Siraj Makin: Jalsa Message

 

To all my dear Spiritual Children, I wish you all:

Assalamu Alaykum Warahmatullah Wabarakaatuh & Jalsa Salana Mubarak.

I hope and pray that you have benefitted intellectually, physically and spiritually from the three-day Jalsa Salana in Tamilnadu, India.

 

My message for you today is a timeless message. It is such a reality which we carry since our birth on earth until our departure from the world. Always remember that we are transient (i.e. very temporary) in this world. We live in this world, yes, the Dunya, but our true home is the Hereafter, Aakhirah.

 

Islam teaches us that both are important, and that we must keep a balance between them. The Dunya is where we study, work, care for our families, and build our communities – whether our immediate society and the Community of Islam, Sahih al Islam, while the Aakhirah is where we will stand before Allah and be judged for all that we did here. If we chase only the Dunya, we risk forgetting Allah and losing our purpose. If we think only of the Aakhirah but neglect our duties in this world, we fail the responsibilities Allah has placed upon us. The Holy Quran and Sunnah guide us to live in balance: to worship Allah with sincerity, to fulfil our obligations to others, and to use the Dunya as a bridge to the Aakhirah.

Jalsa 2025: Opening Speech

 

'By the Will of Allah, my message to you all today – for your Jalsa Salana in India, extending to early next year – is to remind you of the essence of Islam, the importance of reform, and the duty of every believer – and especially, all my sincere disciples in this present era of Divine Manifestation – to revive the faith in their own lives, households, and communities.

 

Allah says in the Holy Qur’an: 

“Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves.” (Ar-Ra’d 13: 12)

You should always bear in mind that Revival or Reform is not a matter of slogans or outward claims. It begins with the heart. Reform yourselves first, then your households, then your communities. Only then can Islam shine forth in the world as the true light of guidance.

Provisions for the Afterlife

 

Allah has warned us in several verses of the Qur’an that life on earth is only a temporary passage; it is a stop we make as travellers before heading towards our true destination, the Hereafter (Aakhirat). A person must understand clearly that his stay on earth is limited; and during this stay, he must live according to the principles firmly established by the Creator. Life on earth is a favour, a gift, but also a test. Every action, every word, every thought will be presented before Allah on the Day of Judgement. Allah says in the Qur’an:

 

“Kullu nafsin zaa‑iqatul mawt; wa innamaa tuwaffawna ujuurakum yawmal qiyaamah”

Every soul shall taste death, and it is only on the Day of Judgement that full recompense will be given. (Al‑Imran 3: 186)

A Pious Progeny- 2

In Prayer & with Good Manners 

Alhamdulillah, in continuation of the subject I addressed last Friday, every Muslim must keep in mind that his household is a treasure which Allah has entrusted to him as a sacred deposit (Amaanah). It is a place of happiness, piety, tranquillity and protection. When a couple is united through Nikah (marriage contract approved by Allah), that moment is not merely a social ceremony; it is a sacred covenant before Allah. A home founded upon Nikah, mutual respect, sacrifice and understanding becomes a source of light and blessing. Allah says in the Qur’an: “And among His signs is that He created for you, from yourselves, spouses so that you may find tranquillity with them, and He placed between you affection and mercy.” (Ar‑Rum 30: 22)

A Pious Progeny

In Prayer & with Good Manners (Part 1) 

The importance of Salat (especially the Obligatory Prayers) and the richness of good conduct, and remaining in the state of good conduct, are among the greatest responsibilities that parents must instill and implement in the lives of their children. They must keep in mind that this is a non‑negotiable subject which encompasses the entire life of a Muslim. Prayer (Salat) is not merely a formal obligation; it is a spiritual discipline which shapes character, purifies the heart, and brings man closer to his Creator.

 

Allah says in the Qur’an:

 

“Wa aqimis‑salata li Zikri”

And establish the prayer for My remembrance. (Taha 20: 15)

 

This verse shows that Salat is a constant reminder of Allah, a protection against forgetfulness, and a light for life. In the Qur’an, Allah says:

 

“Innas‑Salata tanha ‘anil fahshaa’i wal munkar”

Surely prayer restrains from shameful and unjust deeds. (Al‑‘Ankabut 29: 46)

 

This proves that Salat (Prayer) is a means of disciplining behaviour and keeping man away from sin.

Qur'an: A Powerhouse of Miracles

 

As Muslims, we believe that the Holy Qur’an is the eternal word of Allah, revealed to the Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) as guidance for all of humanity. It is not merely a book of instruction; it is a living miracle, preserved in its original form, recited daily by millions, and continuing to inspire hearts across centuries and cultures. Its majesty does not only lie in the depth of its meaning but also in the beauty of its language, the power of its sound, and the richness of its symbolism. To approach the Holy Qur’an is to approach divine light; to recite it is to participate in a miracle that transcends time and place.

 

We are conscious of the power of the Holy Qur’an, especially in transforming hearts and overtaking them with faith and submission to the One True Creator – Allah. Many believers, born Muslims or reverts to Islam who are not native speakers of Arabic are accustomed to reading the Holy Qur’an aloud at a fast pace, eager to complete as much of it as possible. Yet, if the recitation were slowed down, even slightly, the listener would begin to notice the extraordinary oral and aural beauty of the words. The Holy Qur’an is not simply a text to be read quickly; it is a divine composition whose rhythm and cadence lift the soul and remind the believer of the majesty of the Creator.

Prayer in Islam

 

The Importance of the Middle Prayer & Of the Obligatory Prayers in General

 

Haafizuu ‘alas-Salawaati was-Salaatil-wustaa; wa quu-muu lillaahi qaanitiin. “Guard your prayers, especially the middle prayer, and stand before Allah with devotion.” (Al-Baqara 2: 239)

 

This sacred verse is a fundamental reminder that a true believer must never neglect his Salat (prayer). He must observe his prayer with care, respect, constancy, and complete submission before Allah. When we look at the origin of the words and the deeper meaning of the term Haafizu, we find extraordinary depth. In Arabic, Haafizu comes from hifz or ha-fa-za, which means to guard, protect, preserve. But it is not limited to outward protection; it implies inner vigilance, a discipline that resists the forces that try to divert a believer from his duty.

 

In its profound sense, especially in this Qur’anic verse, Haafizu is a command from Allah, instructing believers to maintain constancy and faithfulness in observing prayer, and to struggle continuously against neglecting their Salat. Protecting prayer is like placing a spiritual umbrella over the whole life of a believer; it becomes a source of blessings and a defence against evil.