Supporting the Family (an-Nafaqaat)
Narrated Umu Salama:
I said, “O Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ)! Shall I get a reward (in the Hereafter) if I spend on the children of Abu Salama and do not leave them like this and like this (i.e., poor) but treat them like my children?” The Prophet said, “Yes, you will be rewarded for that which you will spend on them.”
حَدَّثَنَا مُوسَى بْنُ إِسْمَاعِيلَ، حَدَّثَنَا وُهَيْبٌ، أَخْبَرَنَا هِشَامٌ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ زَيْنَبَ ابْنَةِ أَبِي سَلَمَةَ، عَنْ أُمِّ سَلَمَةَ، قُلْتُ يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ هَلْ لِي مِنْ أَجْرٍ فِي بَنِي أَبِي سَلَمَةَ أَنْ أُنْفِقَ عَلَيْهِمْ، وَلَسْتُ بِتَارِكَتِهِمْ هَكَذَا وَهَكَذَا، إِنَّمَا هُمْ بَنِيَّ. قَالَ “ نَعَمْ لَكِ أَجْرُ مَا أَنْفَقْتِ عَلَيْهِمْ ”.
Sahih al-Bukhari 5369
NOTE 📝
1. Imam al-Bukhari collected this hadith under the chapter heading “And on the heir is incumbent the like of that …” The Prophet ﷺ encouraged giving charity and explained that the best charity is that which is given to needy relatives. In this way, spending fulfills its role in mutual support and helping those in need, while also strengthening the ties of kinship.
2. al-Hafidh Ibn Hajar stated in his commentary of this hadith that the ayah “وعلى الوارث مثل ذلك” (“And on the heir is incumbent the like of that …”) was interpreted differently by scholars; some saw it as avoiding harm, others as obliging heirs to cover child expenses if the father dies. However, al-Hafidh posits that the stronger view, supported by hadith such as the Prophet’s ﷺ response to Umu Salama that her spending on her children was rewarded but not obligatory and his ruling for Hind bint ʿUtbah to take from her husband’s wealth, shows that financial responsibility lies on the father, not the mother. Thus, a mother’s spending is voluntary and virtuous, not required, and the verse is best understood as addressing fairness and preventing harm rather than imposing full financial duties on heirs. – Fathul Baari, Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani
3. Among the lessons from this hadith is that a mother (parent) is rewarded for spending on her children even if done out of natural compassion, that caring for orphans in one’s care carries great virtue, that the mother’s deep mercy toward her children is highlighted, and that it is recommended for leaders to encourage men and women alike to engage in good deeds.
O Allah! Provide us with lawful (halal), pure, and sufficient sustenance. Enrich us with Your grace, needing nothing from anyone besides You. Make us content with Your provisions, and place blessings in our family and children. Ãmeen
A Mawlid-style duʿa you can use on 12th Rabiʿ al-Awwal or during gatherings. It blends Qur’anic supplications, praise of the Prophet ﷺ, and asking Allah for mercy.
Mawlid Duʿa for 12th Rabiʿ al-Awwal
Arabic (with transliteration & translation):
1. Opening Praise
Arabic:
ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ ٱلْعَٰلَمِينَ، وَٱلصَّلَاةُ وَٱلسَّلَامُ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ، خَيْرِ خَلْقِ ٱللَّهِ أَجْمَعِينَ، وَعَلَى آلِهِ وَأَصْحَابِهِ أَجْمَعِينَ.
Transliteration:
Al-ḥamdu lillāhi rabbil-ʿālamīn, waṣ-ṣalātu was-salāmu ʿalā sayyidinā Muḥammad, khayri khalqillāhi ajmaʿīn, wa ʿalā ālihi wa aṣḥābihi ajmaʿīn.
Translation:
All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. May blessings and peace be upon our master Muhammad, the best of all creation, and upon his family and companions altogether.
2. Qur’anic Supplications
Arabic:
رَبَّنَا ٱغْفِرْ لَنَا وَلِإِخْوَانِنَا ٱلَّذِينَ سَبَقُونَا بِٱلْإِيمَٰنِ، وَلَا تَجْعَلْ فِي قُلُوبِنَا غِلًّا لِّلَّذِينَ آمَنُوا، رَبَّنَآ إِنَّكَ رَءُوفٞ رَّحِيمٞ.
Translation:
Our Lord, forgive us and our brothers who preceded us in faith, and do not place in our hearts any hatred toward those who have believed. Our Lord, indeed You are Most Compassionate, Most Merciful. (Qur’an 59:10)
3. Praise of the Prophet ﷺ
Arabic:
اَللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَشْهَدُ أَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُكَ وَرَسُولُكَ، أَدَّى ٱلرِّسَالَةَ وَبَلَّغَ ٱلْأَمَانَةَ وَنَصَحَ ٱلْأُمَّةَ، وَكَشَفَ ٱلْغُمَّةَ، وَجَاهَدَ فِي ٱللَّهِ حَقَّ جِهَادِهِ، فَجَزَاهُ ٱللَّهُ عَنَّا خَيْرَ مَا جَزَى نَبِيًّا عَنْ أُمَّتِهِ.
Translation:
O Allah, we bear witness that Muhammad is Your servant and Messenger. He fulfilled the message, delivered the trust, advised the Ummah, removed the hardship, and strove in Your cause as it should be striven. So reward him on our behalf with the best reward that You have ever given to a Prophet on behalf of his nation.
4. Duʿa for Following His Sunnah
Arabic:
اَللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنَا مِنْ أَتْبَاعِهِ ٱلصَّادِقِينَ، وَمِنَ ٱلْمُقْتَدِينَ بِسُنَّتِهِ ٱلْمُخْلِصِينَ، وَاحْشُرْنَا تَحْتَ لِوَائِهِ يَوْمَ ٱلْقِيَامَةِ، وَٱرْزُقْنَا شَفَاعَتَهُ ٱلْعُظْمَى.
Translation:
O Allah, make us among his truthful followers, among those who sincerely follow his Sunnah, and gather us under his banner on the Day of Judgment. Grant us his greatest intercession.
5. Closing
Arabic:
رَبَّنَا تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا، إِنَّكَ أَنتَ ٱلسَّمِيعُ ٱلْعَلِيمُ، وَتُبْ عَلَيْنَا إِنَّكَ أَنتَ ٱلتَّوَّابُ ٱلرَّحِيمُ.
وَصَلَّى ٱللَّهُ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ، وَعَلَى آلِهِ وَأَصْحَابِهِ أَجْمَعِينَ، وَٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ ٱلْعَالَمِينَ.
Translation:
Our Lord, accept from us, indeed You are the All-Hearing, All-Knowing. Turn to us in forgiveness, indeed You are the Oft-Returning, Most Merciful. And may Allah send blessings upon our master Muhammad, and upon his family and companions altogether. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds.
How to Use This
This duʿa can be read collectively after Jumuʿah, or privately at home.
If you’re leading a gathering, read it slowly and let people respond with Āmīn.
You can add salawat repetitions between sections to give it a spiritual rhythm.
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Mawlid Duʿa
Arabic:
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ عَلَى نِعْمَةِ الإِسْلَامِ، وَعَلَى بَعْثَةِ سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ ﷺ.
اَللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ وَسَلِّمْ وَبَارِكْ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ، نُورِ الْهُدَى وَسَبِيلِ النَّجَاةِ.
اَللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنَا مِنْ أَتْبَاعِهِ الْمُخْلِصِينَ، وَاجْمَعْنَا مَعَهُ فِي جَنَّاتِ النَّعِيمِ، وَارْزُقْنَا شَفَاعَتَهُ الْعُظْمَى.
Translation:
All praise is due to Allah for the blessing of Islam and for sending our master Muhammad ﷺ.
O Allah, send Your peace, blessings, and mercy upon our master Muhammad, the light of guidance and the path of salvation.
O Allah, make us among his sincere followers, gather us with him in the Gardens of Paradise, and grant us his greatest intercession.
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Short Jummat Prayers
1. Forgiveness:
“Astaghfirullah wa atubu ilayh.”
(I seek Allah’s forgiveness and turn to Him.)
2. Guidance & Mercy:
“Rabbana la tuzigh quloobana ba’da idh hadaytana wa hab lana min ladunka rahmah…”
(Our Lord, don’t let our hearts stray after You have guided us. Grant us mercy.)
3. Peace & Protection:
“Allahumma inni as’aluka al-‘afwa wal-‘aafiyah fid-dunya wal-akhirah.”
(O Allah, I ask You for peace and well-being in this world and the next.)
4. Blessings on the Prophet (SAW):
“Allahumma salli ‘ala Muhammadin wa ‘ala aali Muhammadin…”
5. General Du’a:
“O Allah, bless our day, accept our prayers, forgive our sins, and protect us. Ameen.”
Jummat Mubarak!
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A simple duʿa and salawat collection you can recite after Jumuʿah on 12th Rabiʿ al-Awwal (or any day, really).
Salawat (Sending Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ)
Arabic:
> اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا صَلَّيْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَى آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ
اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا بَارَكْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَى آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ
Translation:
O Allah, send Your blessings upon Muhammad and the family of Muhammad, as You sent blessings upon Ibrahim and the family of Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy, Glorious.
O Allah, bless Muhammad and the family of Muhammad, as You blessed Ibrahim and the family of Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy, Glorious.
This is the most authentic salawat (known as Salat al-Ibrahimiyya), recited in every salah.
Short Duʿa for Guidance and Mercy
Arabic:
> اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنَا مِنْ أَتْبَاعِ نَبِيِّكَ مُحَمَّدٍ ﷺ فِي الدُّنْيَا، وَاحْشُرْنَا فِي زُمْرَتِهِ يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ، وَارْزُقْنَا شَفَاعَتَهُ، وَارْزُقْنَا الْجَنَّةَ مَعَهُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ يَا أَرْحَمَ الرَّاحِمِينَ.
Translation:
O Allah, make us among the followers of Your Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in this world. Gather us in his company on the Day of Judgment. Grant us his intercession, and grant us Paradise with him by Your mercy, O Most Merciful of the merciful.
Extra Short Salawat for Repetition
Arabic:
> صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَسَلَّمَ
Translation:
May Allah’s blessings and peace be upon Muhammad.
You can repeat this many times—especially on Fridays.
After Jumuʿah prayer, sit quietly, recite salawat at least 11, 33, or 100 times.
End with the duʿa above, asking Allah for closeness to the Prophet ﷺ.
If you have family, encourage them to join—it builds love for the Prophet ﷺ in the home.
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On 12th Rabiʿ al-Awwal, which is widely observed as the day of the Prophet Muhammad’s (ﷺ) birth (Mawlid al-Nabi), special Jumuʿah (Friday) prayers or gatherings are often held in many communities.
What usually happens today.
1. Regular Jumuʿah Prayer
The standard Friday khutbah (sermon) and congregational prayer are performed as usual.
Many khatibs (speakers) dedicate their sermon to discussing the life, character, and teachings of the Prophet ﷺ.
Emphasis is placed on Seerah (Prophetic biography), compassion, and following the Sunnah.
2. Additional Gatherings (Depends on Tradition)
In many places, especially South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, mosques may hold special Mawlid gatherings before or after Jumuʿah.
These include recitation of Qur’an, poetry (naʿat/qasidah) in praise of the Prophet ﷺ, and collective duʿa (supplication).
Some communities light up mosques, distribute food, or arrange charity in his honor.
3. Duʿa and Dhikr
Muslims often make extra duʿa on this day, praying for guidance, forgiveness, and to live according to the Prophet’s example.
Many engage in salawat (sending blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ) abundantly, as this is strongly encouraged in Islam.
There is no specific prescribed prayer in Islam for 12th Rabiʿ al-Awwal beyond the regular Jumuʿah. The additional practices are cultural and vary by region. Some scholars encourage them as a form of remembering the Prophet ﷺ, while others caution against innovations. The safe and universally accepted practice is to:
Attend Jumuʿah properly.
Engage in Qur’an recitation, salawat, and charity.
Reflect on the Prophet’s ﷺ teachings.
Dr. G. Fraser. MFR.
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Assalamu alaikum. Daily Nasiha! O Son of Adam Be Righteous For Indeed Allah Is Just And Merciful. Man in himself is weak, he must seek Allah’s Grace because without it he can do nothing, with it he can do much. Surely Allah is Just and when His servants are dutiful to Him they will be blessed with His grace and mercy and if they reject Allah, they must suffer the Penalty. “He will admit To His Mercy Whom He will; For the wrongdoers- For them has He prepared A grievous Penalty.”(Q76:31). Allah knows all things, and His wisdom comprehends the good of all. Wouldn’t you be good for your salvation? May Allah enable us to be righteous and make our ending successful amin. Hasbunallahu wa Ni’imal Wakeel.
I pray that Almighty Allah destined steadfastness in all your affairs, victorious in your daily endeavours and may He beautify you with highest integrity. May Allah make things easier for you and bless you beyond human limitations. May He continue to protect you from all forms of evils and distance you from undesirable company. May the light of Allah surround you, may His love enfold you and His presence watches over you always. Jumma’at Mubarak.
Aslm Alkm!
“Ya Allah! Only YOU knows the trials and tribulations we are facing in our entire life, Only YOU knows our pains and understand our discomfort, Only YOU have the power to heal and grant us hope in our hearts and make us feel comfortable again. Oh Allah erase our sins, have mercy upon us, ease our suffering, Grant us our desire, choose what is best for us in this life and beyond, YA Allah! accept our good deeds and answer our prayers.”
Amin Ya Hayyu Ya Quayyum!
Good morning and Jumu’a Mufeeda 🙏🙏
Eid-el-Maulud Message
MAY THIS EID-EL-MAULUD INSPIRE US TO BUILD A MORE PEACEFUL, UNITED, AND PROSPEROUS NATION.
On this blessed occasion of Eid-el-Maulud, we extend our warmest greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters across Nigeria. May this day of reflection bring peace, joy, and renewed faith to every heart.
As we commemorate the birth of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW), let us reflect deeply on his timeless teachings of compassion, justice, humility, patience, and unity. These values are not only guiding lights for our faith, but also enduring lessons for us as leaders, politicians, and citizens: to serve with humility, uphold justice, and work selflessly for the collective good.
In this sacred season, we pray that Allah (SWT) guides our leaders towards a people-focused government — one that ensures peace, stability, and progress. Let us continue building a nation that reflects the noble values of the Prophet (SAW): by empowering our youth with quality education, strengthening healthcare for all, expanding economic opportunities, fostering interfaith harmony and tolerance, and developing infrastructure for a brighter future.
We must also pray for Nigeria to overcome the forces of instability and division — both within and outside our borders. Let us embrace the spirit of patriotism, unity, and resilience, rejecting violence, hatred, and mistrust. Together, we can nurture sustainable peace, harmony, and collective prosperity for all.
May this Eid-el-Maulud renew our faith, strengthen our unity, and inspire us to build a Nigeria that truly reflects the values of our revered Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Happy Eid-el-Maulud!
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