Indeed, Allah showers His blessings upon the Prophet, and His angels pray for him.
O believers! Invoke Allah’s blessings upon him, and salute him with worthy greetings of peace.
Uhud is a mountain that loves us, and we love it.
Love for our master, Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him,
has permeated everything in existence.
Even the rocks of Mount Uhud trembled with joy when our beloved stood upon it with his blessed feet, peace be upon him.
This love led some of the righteous, upon hearing the mention of Mount Uhud, to say, "May Allah be pleased with it,"
for they regarded it as one of the Companions—having met our master, Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, loved him, and followed him.
The mention of Mount Uhud, may Allah be pleased with it, brings us to reflect on the battle that took place there.
Some describe it as a defeat for the Muslims.
But was it truly a defeat, or was it a lesson—a reminder of the importance of adhering to the commands of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him?
They did not lose at Uhud.
They merely withdrew.
Had there been a true defeat at Uhud,
the enemy's army would have entered Madinah and overrun the Muslims.
But instead, the enemy retreated from the battlefield.
This indicates that the battle ended in a form of balance or stalemate.
The difficulties the Muslims endured were lessons to be learned.
They realized the importance of never opposing the Prophet’s command.
We know that the archers acted hastily and did not follow his instructions.
Disobedience must have consequences in reality.
If they had disobeyed without repercussions, there would have been no clear lesson.
But their defiance could have led to further disobedience in other matters.
O Allah, I ask You to help me remain steadfast upon his Sunnah, and I seek refuge in You from deviating from his guidance.
Dalil Al-Khayrāt (The Guide to Goodness)
Episode 17
Reverence and Etiquette with the Prophet (PBUH)
Obeying the commands of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
is a fundamental aspect of following him.
But it also reflects honoring, respecting, and showing proper etiquette toward him (PBUH).
Allah has commanded us to revere and honor him (PBUH).
And He has instructed us to show him due respect.
At the beginning of Surah Al-Hujurat, Allah says:
"O believers! Do not proceed in any matter before a decree from Allah and His Messenger. And fear Allah. Surely Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing" (Quran 49: 1).
“O believers! Do not raise your voices above the voice of the Prophet, nor speak loudly to him
as you do to one another, or your deeds will become void while you are unaware” (Qur’an 49: 2).
Part of this respect is refraining from raising one's voice in the presence of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him).
I sometimes recall my mother when my father or one of the children made a grave mistake.
In moments of intense anger, when my father was about to beat his child, overwhelmed by his emotions,
my mother would intervene and say, "The Messenger of Allah is behind you watching."
She meant: The Messenger of Allah is watching—what will you do to your son?
At that, my father would freeze and immediately restrain himself.
Had he acted on his anger in that moment,
left unchecked, a terrible mistake—perhaps even a crime—could have occurred.
Such was the profound status of the Prophet (peace be upon him) in their hearts.
Merely invoking his name and noble presence was enough
to prevent disasters in critical moments.
The sanctity of the Prophet (peace be upon him), his immense reverence in their hearts,
made them respect everything associated with him, as if he were standing before them.
Politeness is a reflection of our reverence for the status of our master, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
It serves as the link between knowledge, love, and true adherence to his path.
Through knowledge, we develop love, and once this love takes root in the heart,
it naturally leads us to follow the example of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him).
In doing so, we attain excellence and spiritual refinement.
We strive to embody the character of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) in all aspects of life, at all times.
This is how we cultivate true reverence for Allah, His Messenger, and all of creation.
O Allah, send Your blessings, mercy, and peace upon the leader of the messengers, the Imam of the righteous, and the Seal of the Prophets,
our master Muhammad, Your servant and Messenger, the bringer of goodness, the guide to truth, and the Messenger of mercy.
الأدب هو الاهتمام بالآخر
الأدب هو أن تكون على دراية طبيعة الآخر
وباحتياجاته
وباحترام الآخر
أن تُظهر له الاحترام.
هذا واجب عليك
Al-‘Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, the paternal uncle of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him),
was asked—being the closest in age to our master, the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him)—
“O ‘Abbas, who is older, you or our master, the Messenger of Allah (PBUH)?”
He replied, “He is greater than me, though I was born before him.”
“He is greater than me. Who can claim to be older than the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him), even in age?”
“No, he is greater than me, though I was born before him.” This reflects profound respect, even in speech, for the Prophet (peace be upon him).
Thus, the scholars have said:
A servant attains Paradise through obedience.
And through humility in obedience, he reaches the Lord of Paradise.
الأدب موجود بالفعل في القرآن الكريم
يقول الله سبحانه وتعالى:
“It is not for a believing man or woman—when Allah and His Messenger decree a matter
to have any other choice in that matter” (Qur’an 33: 36).
يجب أن تكون مع النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم بالطريقة التي يريدها، وليس بالطريقة التي تريدها أنت
الأوامر والتوجيهات التي أعطاها
النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم، والتي جاء بها الله سبحانه وتعالى في القرآن،
عليك أن تتبعها كما هي
لا تحاول أن تفهم إذا لم تكن بحاجة إلى الفهم
فقط عليك أن تتبع النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم اتباعًا مجردًا عن الأهواء.
هذا هو الأمر الوحيد الذي يجب علينا فعله. هذه هي البداية
أن تأخذ كل ما يأتي من النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم بحب
There is a well-known proverb in the Arabic culture which says: Politeness takes precedence over seeking knowledge.
And in our relationship with our master, Muhammad (peace be upon him),
we can refine this saying to:
Politeness takes precedence over mere following.
For what benefit is prayer if one then wrongs the very one who taught us how to pray—peace and blessings be upon him and his family?
The wise, discerning, and intelligent person is the one who understands when to show reverence to the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) and when to obey his commands.
Take, for example, our master Ali—the gateway to the city of knowledge—who was in the presence of the Messenger of Allah (PBUH)
at a pivotal moment in the history of this nation during the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah. As he wrote the terms of the treaty,
he inscribed: "This is what Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah, agreed upon."
But the disbelieving negotiator objected, saying, "If we had believed you were the Messenger of Allah, we would not be in dispute with you."
He then turned to Ali and commanded, "Erase it. Remove 'Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah,' and write 'Muhammad ibn Abdullah' instead."
Out of deep reverence, Ali replied, "I will not erase it, O Messenger of Allah."
Here, obedience meant erasing the words,
yet respect for the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) compelled Ali to say, "No, O Messenger of Allah, I cannot do it."
So the Prophet (peace be upon him), in his wisdom and gentleness,
took his blessed hand and erased it himself—honoring Ali’s deep reverence while fulfilling the agreement.
O Allah, I ask You to grant me the best of what You know,
and to keep me away from all that You know to be harmful.
I ask You for provision,
contentment with sufficiency,
clarity to dispel every doubt,
and success in every argument through truth.
To instill proper etiquette with our master Muhammad (peace be upon him)
Allah Almighty has revealed numerous verses in the Qur’an
that instruct us on how to uphold the proper etiquette befitting the noble rank of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him).
The Bedouins and Companions would approach the Prophet (peace be upon him), but the Bedouins, unfamiliar with proper manners,
would call out to him directly, saying, "O Muhammad!
" Allah admonished them, saying:
"Indeed, those who call you from behind the chambers—most of them do not use reason." (Qur’an 49:4)
They would enter and call out, demanding, "O Muhammad, issue a ruling for us!"
Allah further commanded:
"Do not make your calling of the Messenger among yourselves as the calling of one another." (Qur’an 24:63)
Addressing the Prophet (peace be upon him) requires etiquette and respect.
One must say: O Messenger of Allah! O Prophet of Allah!
Both the Companions and the Bedouins were believers—so what distinguished them?
The Bedouins, coming from the desert, lacked refinement in their speech.
Thus, they needed to learn proper manners.
The Bedouins later admitted, "By Allah, this verse was revealed concerning us because of our poor etiquette with the Messenger of Allah."
They were not disbelievers but rather Muslims.
Reflect upon the Book of Allah, the Almighty.
How many times does it repeat the phrase:
"They ask you..."? What were they asking about?
They asked out of deep reverence for him.
Some even said, "I cannot describe him."
This, indeed, is remarkable.
Only a few Companions described the Prophet (peace be upon him).
Among them were Ibn Abi Hala and Anas—about three or four individuals.
Yet, 124,000 people saw him.
Why did so few describe him? Out of awe, reverence, and deep love for him.
Some may not fully grasp the importance of etiquette with the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him.
Yet, in reality, etiquette holds great significance in our daily lives
and in the acceptance of our deeds by Allah, Glorified and Exalted.
Everything has a gateway.
Knowledge has its gates.
Just as Paradise, Hellfire, and the heavens have gates,
so too does etiquette.
Etiquette paves the way effortlessly.
When a person practices proper etiquette,
and approaches knowledge and understanding with sincerity,
then, by Allah’s grace, they ascend in spiritual rank, for this is tied to noble character.
The presence of etiquette in actions is a sign of the acceptance of deeds.
Thus, etiquette is what leads the servant to Allah, Glorified and Exalted.
Yet, this etiquette is only valid
when one maintains mindfulness of Allah, Glorified and Exalted.
It is acquired after adorning oneself with the luminous Muhammadan blessing,
which is attained through the ladder of knowledge, then love, and ultimately emulation.
One who follows this path develops etiquette with all creatures, recognizing in them the imprint of the Creator.
Thus, they practice etiquette with the divine craftsmanship of Allah, Glorified and Exalted.
O Lord, send blessings and peace always and forever upon Your beloved, the best of all creation.
O Lord, send blessings upon Muhammad and upon our masters, his family, and his noble Companions.
Disrespecting the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, has grave consequences.
Such an act unequivocally removes a person from the fold of Islam.
Imam Malik stated that anyone who disrespects the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, should be executed, even if they repent.
For such a crime, there is no worldly repentance.
As for their standing before Allah, He alone knows best and may accept their repentance, Glorified and Exalted is He.
Nonetheless, we are commanded to hold good thoughts.
For instance, if someone claims that the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, neither benefits nor harms,
we interpret it as meaning that he does not do so independently, which is true.
It is Allah, the Benefactor and the Harmer, who grants benefit and harm.
And Allah bestows benefit and harm through the hand of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him.
We follow the principle of Imam Malik, who stated that if a statement
can be interpreted as disbelief in 99 ways,
yet has one possible interpretation as faith, it must be understood as faith.
Yet has one possible interpretation as faith, it must be understood as faith.
O Allah, send blessings upon Your angels and those brought near to You,
and upon Your Messengers and Prophets,
and upon all those who are obedient to You.
And make us among those blessed by sending blessings upon them.
Some may think that these etiquettes applied only during the Prophet’s lifetime,
and that the address was meant solely for those who lived in his time, peace and blessings be upon him.
However, as previously mentioned, the guidance in the Holy Qur’an and the noble Sunnah
is universal, applying to all times and circumstances,
unless there is specific evidence restricting it to a particular era or situation.
Likewise, when considering his continuous connection to his Ummah,
he said: "My life is better for you—
you narrate, and matters unfold for you. And my death is better for you—
your deeds are presented to me." This means that the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, is aware of our actions.
And Allah has made him aware of his Ummah’s deeds.
Did He not say, Glorified and Exalted, “O Prophet! Indeed, We have sent you as a witness, a bearer of glad tidings, and a warner”?
He was described as a “witness” because he witnesses the deeds of his Ummah.
So, when you become aware that the Messenger of Allah is observing you,
and that Allah has granted him unique virtues and characteristics,
you will understand the necessity of maintaining proper etiquette towards him, peace and blessings be upon him.
This realization deepens love for him.
When a person firmly believes that the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, is aware of our deeds,
then he is with us in this very studio.
He is with us on the road.
He is a companion to those who send blessings upon him.
If we cannot see him with our physical eyes, let us perceive him with the eye of insight.
Let us believe with certainty that he is with us.
Thus, we should observe the etiquette of his companionship and maintain reverence for him at all times.
Whoever truly desires the Prophet’s presence in their life will strive to do only what pleases him.
With this awareness, we will be close to the beloved,
and whoever resides in the heart of the beloved will never be lost.
جاء أحد الخلفاء إلى المسجد النبوي الشريف
ورفع صوته في الروضة الشريفة. فقام الإمام مالك بتعليمه وقال له: اخفض صوتك
لأنك في حضرة رسول الله صلي الله عليه وسلم
وقرأ قول الله تعالى: “لَا تَرْفَعُوا أَصْوَاتَكُمْ فَوْقَ صَوْتِ النَّبي"
ثم أردف قائلًا: إن من يفعل ذلك، فقد حبِط عمله. كان يُعلّم الخليفة في ذلك الوقت
كيفية التعامل مع النبي صلي الله عليه وسلم بأدب
ولكن لا ينبغ لأحد أن يرى أن الإمام مالك يُبالغ في محبته، في تأديبه، وفي أدبه مع رسول الله صلي الله عليه وسلم.
O Allah, send Your blessings and peace upon our master and protector, Muhammad, the leader of the first and the last.
O Allah, send Your blessings upon our master and protector, Muhammad, at every moment and in all times.
O Allah, send Your blessings upon our master and protector, Muhammad, in the highest assembly, until the Day of Judgment.
Unfortunately, in our time, many issues have emerged.
Among them is the decline of proper manners and etiquettes.
We witness a widespread lack of etiquette in all aspects of life.
The son towards his father, the daughter towards her mother, the student towards the teacher—respect is diminishing.
This is a serious issue in worldly matters, but in religion, it is among the gravest of trials.
Certain sects have played a role in fostering this mindset.
They have sought to erode respect for righteous figures.the values of reverence, etiquette, and sanctity in religious matters.
They began promoting the idea that greatness lies in the message, not in the Messenger.
That the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, was merely a messenger, like a courier who delivers and departs.
Thus, they claim, reverence for him is unnecessary.
But how can this be, when the noble verses in Surah Al-Hujurat emphasize proper etiquette with the Prophet?
Do they not speak of the finest details of respect in his presence?
Even in something as simple as knocking on the door of his blessed chambers?
How then can one disregard such reverence?
النبي صلي الله عليه وسلم،
في منزلة تعلو عن أولئك الذين يظنون أنه كان مجرد بشر أتى ليبلغ الرسالة، كلا! بل هو الرسالة نفسها.
هو قرآن يمشي على الأرض. نحن بشر، نحتاج أن نرى الرسالة مجسدة.
لا يمكن للمرء أن يفهم الإسلام حقًا، ولا أن يفهم القرآن
بدون النبي صلي الله عليه وسلم
We no longer show respect for the elderly or reverence for scholars.
Nor do we place people in their rightful positions.
The guidance of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, teaches us to honor people according to their due status.
He said: “He is not one of us who does not honor our elders, show mercy to our young, and recognize the rights of our scholars.”
Yet today, manners have faded. Reverence for the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him,
Has diminished. Respect for his noble family is neglected.
All under the pretext that some sects exaggerate in their love for him.
But what does that have to do with us?
We have abandoned reverence for the Companions and lost our sense of sanctity for what Allah, the Almighty, has deemed sacred.
The scholars who loved our Prophet, starting with the Companions,
passed down this love and reverence to those who came after them.
A Tabi‘i once said to Anas ibn Malik: “Is this the hand that shook the hand of the Messenger of Allah?” He replied, “Yes.”
The Tabi‘i then said, “Let me shake it and kiss it.” He would grasp and kiss the very hand that had touched the Messenger of Allah (PBUH)
But when this connection is lost—
this deep reverence, this inherited sanctity of the Prophet in the hearts of believers—
estrangement takes hold.
Disrespect toward the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, spreads, and ignorance of his lofty status prevails.
And when a person belittles the stature of others, he will be held accountable by Allah—
especially when it concerns the status of the Master of Creation.
For upon his honor, our faith and beliefs are built.
And upon this reverence rests the love and obedience of people toward our Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him.
What do we expect from people if we diminish the Prophet Muhammad in their eyes?
This weakens their love for him, lessens their attachment and commitment, and ultimately leads to an increase in immorality and sin.
A father may be lenient with his son, and a mother with her daughter, in matters of etiquette and seating arrangements.
But when it comes to the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, this is a matter that requires firm resolve.
His name must never be spoken in a manner lacking due reverence.
Nor should his status ever be belittled or discussed with disrespect.
The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, is far above such indignities.
If a child is taught to honor his parents, he must also be told: The status of the Prophet is far greater than that of your father and mother.
If reverence is absent and one equates the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, with ordinary people—
this is unacceptable.
O Allah, exalt His proof and glorify His sanctity.
Make His message clear and manifest His virtue.
O Allah, accept His intercession for His nation.
Guide us to follow His Sunnah and walk in His path.
Gather us among His company and under His banner.
Make us among His companions and grant us to drink from His blessed fountain.
Quench our thirst with His cup, and grant us the blessings of His love. O Allah, Ameen.
When we feel the presence of our beloved Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, in our hearts,
we recognize the necessity of honoring him in every moment of our lives.
This reverence is reflected in the way we approach the visitation of his noble grave, peace and blessings be upon him.
In this act, there is a clear distinction between those who approach with heedlessness and those who stand before him with the respect and veneration he deserves, may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him.
لما زرت المدينة، اجتهد لكي أزور قبر النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم
ووقفت، وأعلم أن وجود النبي صلي الله عليه وسلم لا يقتصر على روضته الشريفة فحسب، بل هو حاضر في المدينة كلها
وقفت خارج المسجد، ولم أدخل إلى قبره الشريف صلى الله عليه وسلم
وفي يوم من أيامي هناك، سألني مجموعة من رفيقاتي المصريات في الفندق: هل زرت قبر النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم؟
قلت لهم ليس بعد! قالوا يجب أن نذهب للزيارة، عليك الليلة أن تذهبي لرؤيته صلى الله عليه وسلم،
وتركنا السكن لموعدهم في الروضة، وأخذنا طريقنا إلى قبره الشريف
لكنني لم أقدر على ذلك!
قلت لهم أؤدي العمرة، ثم آت للزيارة في اليوم التالي
توجهت إلى المسجد وشاهدت سيدة مع طفلتها، وكادت هذه السيدة أن تنهار فأخذت خطوة للخلف وساعدتها حتى اطمئنت، ثم اتجهت للزيارة وأكملت طريقي
وكنت أشعر بإعياء شديد سيطر علي، لذلك جلست وبدأت أنشد قصيدة البردة
ثم غلبني النعاس حينها من شدة الإعياء
ثم في اليوم التالي في الصباح الباكر توجهت لزيارة النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم
أخذت وقتا طويلا حتى فعلتها وكان الأمر ليس هينًا.
I have beloved ones in Medina—when they look at me, my worries vanish, and my burdens are lifted.
Someone asked me, "What do you long for?" I said, "I long for Taiba with a yearning that cannot be contained."
O leader of the caravan, please let me descend when the Green Dome and the blessed chambers shine before your eyes.
A stop at the gates of the city leaves no trace of longing hidden, nor does it leave any unfulfilled.
There, I aim for the Prophet’s window to seek forgiveness from Allah, for it is where sins are absolved.
The difference between the one with proper manners and the one without is like the one who goes and stands behind the Imam while praying.
In front of our Prophet, whether in the first or second row, the well-mannered will never step ahead of the Prophet.
That is why the Imam, with great wisdom, placed the qibla 20 meters to the right of the Prophet.
He did not position it directly in front of him—this is incorrect, yet those who misunderstood made this mistake.
You find someone standing in front of the row, saying "Allahu Akbar" while turning his back to the Prophet.
What did the Prophet take from your face that you offer him your back?
Is this permissible? Is this prayer valid or not?
The pillars and conditions of the prayer are fulfilled, but what about the etiquette?
Another person may hesitate, saying, "No, I cannot stand in front of the Prophet."
He may turn and enter from the Gate of Jibril, the Gate of Baqi, or any other entrance.
He may turn and return, but he says, "I will remain behind the presence of the Prophet."
I will never step ahead of the Prophet.
Because Allah says: (O you who have believed, do not put yourselves before Allah and His Messenger.)
Look at this beautiful wisdom—this is the difference, and this is the distinction.
من الجميل أن تكون في المدينة، لكن عندما تكون هناك
فإنك أيضًا في حزن، حزن عميق.
حزن عميق
لأنه صلى الله عليه وسلم
هناك، أنت معه. لكننا مثل الأطفال
عيوننا تتمنى رؤيته، وآذاننا تتمنى سماعه
لذلك أجد وجودي في مكة سهل جدًا علي نفسيا، لأن الكعبة هي
رمز الاستقامة، أليس كذلك؟ تعطيك القوة.
بينما تدخل المدينة، وتصبح مثل الشمعة التي تذوب
هذا ما تفعله بنا المدينة.
This is the difference between showing reverence and lacking it.
Someone might come and casually say, "As-salamu alayka ya Muhammad,” then quickly add, “As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh,
" and walk away, saying, "This is how the visit should be."
But why did you come in the first place?
He replies, "Well, that’s what he said...that’s what we were told to do," as if it were just an ordinary conversation in a coffee shop.
He said, "Whoever comes to Mecca and does not visit me has abandoned me."
Who told you that in Mecca, Allah forgives sins?
Who told you that one prayer there equals a hundred thousand?
Who told you to perform Hajj before you are no longer able?
Who told you to take the rites of Hajj from me?
Yet in the end, you go to Mecca, perform the rituals, but do not visit the Prophet.
And you say, "Isn’t the pilgrimage about visiting our master, the Prophet?"
Is it one of the pillars?
What is this, my brother? What kind of severity is this?
What brought you to Hajj?
Is it not the Prophet who guided you to it?
He said, "Whoever performs Hajj without engaging in obscenity or sin returns like the day his mother gave birth to him."
Is he not the one who directed you to this blessing?
Indeed, he is the one who led you to it. So, you must visit our master, the Prophet, and express your gratitude.
I go to our master to thank him for making me one of his followers.
I thank him for his supplication: "O Allah, guide my people, for they do not know." And Allah answered his prayer in me.
There are people who came after the Prophet, following other beliefs.
Allah did not guide them to Islam.
They turned away from the call, while we should praise Allah for making us among those whom the Prophet prayed for:
"O Allah, guide my people, for they do not know.”
And Allah accepted his supplication, making us among the guided ones.
O Allah, I ask You for the best of what Your servant and Messenger, Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), asked You for.
And I seek refuge in You from the evil of what Your servant and Messenger, Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), sought refuge from.
And in this time, there are those who are not Muslims at all but are disbelievers.
They insult and harm the Chosen Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him.
If those who claim to be his followers do not uphold his sanctity in such matters,
they say it brings no benefit and claim that he lies beneath the ground I stand upon.
Yet he is the one who, when you turn to him, Allah grants you forgiveness.
He is the one whom Allah accepted before you.
And he is the one who, when he takes your hand, brings you into the sacred presence.
He is the one who, if he intercedes for you before your Lord, no sin will remain.
And he is the one whom, if you had greeted in this worldly life,
while he was among his companions, he would never turn his back on you.
This is not what our Messenger hoped for.
We apologize to the Messenger for those
who failed to recognize his worth and his rights.
They did not know that he, peace and blessings be upon him, is alive in his noble station and his magnificent afterlife.
As Imam Al-Bayhaqi mentioned in his book The Life of the Prophets,
they are alive, seeing us, hearing us, and engaging with us.
If we ask them to supplicate to Allah on our behalf, they do so.
They respond to our greetings and observe our deeds.
They respond to our greetings and observe our deeds.
They intercede with Allah and supplicate for us in their elevated status,
in that high station which Allah granted to our master Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him.
Reverence for our Messenger.
When we go to him,
we should face his noble resting place.
For his noble shoulder, now resting in the Barzakh, is positioned
with his right side upon the ground, his face directed toward the Qibla.
When you turn toward him, you are facing his noble face, peace be upon him.
When you turn toward him, you are facing his noble face, peace be upon him.
I do not turn my back on him.
For he sees me, and to turn away while speaking of him is the height of disrespect.
True respect is to face him as he faces me, peace be upon him.
To visit him as Allah the Exalted has commanded.
And not treat him as we treat one another.
But rather, with special regard.
With reverence, veneration, and exaltation for the Muhammadan presence, peace be upon him.
Whenever we witness something contrary to our principles,
we do not waste our time merely criticizing or refuting misconceptions. One of our teachers once told me:
"If you come across a crooked building, do not preoccupy yourself by repeatedly telling people,
‘This building is crooked, this building is crooked.’ Your role is to construct a sound, upright structure.
When people see the difference, they will recognize truth from falsehood."
So let us direct our efforts toward upholding this reverence,
preserving the veneration of the Muhammadan presence.
And whoever Allah, the Almighty, wills goodness for, He will guide them to this path.
O Allah, send Your blessings and peace upon our master and beloved Muhammad, the leader of the first and the last.
O Allah, bless our master and beloved Muhammad in every moment and in all times.
O Allah, bless our master and beloved Muhammad in the highest assembly until the Day of Judgment.
O Allah, grant us proper etiquette with our master, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him).
Speaking about reverence for him, peace be upon him, is an endless discourse.
For he is the true axis of all these discussions.
That we may come to know him, love him, and follow him through the door of reverence.
When reverence guides our lives, it nurtures our love for everything associated with him, peace be upon him and his family.
And the most honored among those connected to him, peace be upon him, are his noble household—may Allah be pleased with them.
And this will be the subject of our next episode, by the will of Allah.
We invoked Salawat on the Prophet (peace be upon him) more than 75 times in this episode.
