Asma Maryam Ali

My sister, Khalidah, recently returned from Egypt and brought be “Stories of Repentance,” compiled by Muhammad Abduh Mughaawiri. This is one of the most beautiful gifts I ever received. It is filled with hope in Allah ’s mercy. There are many people who sin and do not believe that they may recover from their sins. Instead of offering them a hand up, the community might condemn them or allow them to isolate themselves. Instead, we need to acknowledge that sin is a part of life and we need to give one another a hand up. I invite you to share these stories with your loved ones, your study groups and in your sermons and lectures.

 “When I Die…

 The following story is mentioned in an authentic Hadith (narration) that is narrated by Abu Hurairah:

 A man who had never performed a good deed throughout his life gave these instructions to his family: When I dies, burn me and scatter half of my remains on land and the other half in the sea. For by Allah , if Allah is able to get me, He will punish me as He punishes no one else from the entire creation!

 When he died, his family followed his instructions to the letter. Allah then ordered the land to gather together his remains that were scattered on it, and the sea to gather together his remains that were scattered on it. Then when the man was brought together again, Allah asked him why he did what he did. He said, “From fear of You, O my Lord! And You know best (as to what was in my heart).” Allah then forgave him.”

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