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One of the beauties of the Prophet’s biography | Episode (11) | Minor prophylaxis
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From the aesthetic beauties of the Prophetic biography (Seerah).
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The lesser form of guarding oneself [against the Fire].
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A piece of a date, split in two, with its edge crushed—the humble effort of one who has little.
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Though it may seem detached from its essence and place, it satisfies no soul and quenches no thirst.
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Yet, it may be a cause for salvation from the Fire.
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The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said: "Guard yourselves against the Fire, even if with half a date."
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And in the narration of the Musnad:
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"O 'A'ishah, may Allah be pleased with her, shield yourself from the Fire, even if with half a date."
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For it satisfies the hungry just as it would satisfy the full.
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Do not let its insignificance in your eyes prevent you from bestowing it.
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Placing it as a morsel in the mouth of a hungry or needy person.
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For there are those among people who rejoice at it and are gladdened by such kindness and generosity.
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In times of famine, it yields its effect and its reach is blessed.
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Do not belittle any act of kindness.
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In this lies a training in giving, even if it be but a meager amount.
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And that Allah blesses a small deed due to the sincerity of the one who performs it.
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Or due to the necessity of the time and the person in need.
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And the obligation to guard against the Fire and to constantly reflect upon it.
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And to ward it off, even with half a date.
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Even though you may be able to provide crates of dates.
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But Islam is magnificent in its commands and its legislation.
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It cuts off the excuse of every person who makes excuses or procrastinates.
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And Allah is the Grantor of success.
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From the aesthetic beauties of the Prophetic biography (Seerah).