Death Can Come At Any Time: The Importance of Taqwa and Avoiding Sins
Hazrat Qari Ismail Desai Saheb
Duration
21:29
Summary
We must not take life for granted, as death can come at any time; we should always be prepared to meet Allah.
Engaging in sins, especially at the time of death, brings great embarrassment before Allah, the Prophet, and family on the Day of Judgment.
Continuously make dua for a pleasant death.
Be cautious of sins related to the eyes due to the modern environment (public places, travel), as they are easily committed.
The noor (spiritual light) accumulated through good deeds and Quran recitation is quickly diminished by sins, particularly those of the eyes.
Homes must uphold pardah (modesty); allowing free mixing or lack of respect for pardah is a disservice from parents.
The true purpose of religious education is to learn the Deen of Allah, not just recite Quran.
Avoid pride, especially during religious milestones like completing the Quran; maintain ikhlas (sincerity).
Alongside Quranic knowledge, develop good character and important ethical aspects in daily life.
Be conscious that joyous occasions (like completing Hifz) can become sinful if they involve forbidden acts like free mixing or immodesty.
A woman's voice is considered aurah (private/to be concealed); listening to a female reciter by non-mahram men is not permissible and removes barkat.
If your home environment encourages free mixing, the barkat from religious knowledge will be lost.
Even planning future sins (e.g., for the weekend) destroys spiritual light and blessings.
If Allah's commands are being broken in homes, respectfully excuse yourself and move away.
Choosing to isolate oneself to avoid sin (being the "odd one") is an act of worship and appreciated by Allah.
Remembering Allah (dhikr) is not only positive actions (prayer, recitation) but also "negative dhikr," which is actively staying away from disobedience and things that lead to sin.
Allah is fully aware of hidden intentions and desires, even in seemingly harmless glances.
High levels of taqwa (God-consciousness) lead to extreme sensitivity regarding forbidden things, even indirect associations (e.g., a pure drink served by a hand that touched intoxicants).
Develop taqwa and fear of Allah, especially in youth.
Two main motivations for avoiding sin: fear of Allah's punishment, and love and gratitude towards Allah who has bestowed countless blessings (life, body, Iman).
This generates a sense of shame and unwillingness to displease Allah. If we foster this love and shame, Allah will grant the courage and ability to fight off sins and remain obedient.