Fashion by Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb (rahmatullah ‘alayh) Fashion is a test of the very severe kind. It is a madness and an obsession that has afflicted many. It makes a person blind, except to the chase of keeping up with the latest fashion trends, styles and designs, which are ever-changing. Have we…
The Barrier between us and Allah Ta’ala
The Barrier between us and Allah Ta’ala by Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb (rahmatullah ‘alayh) Unfortunately, one of many weaknesses is that we look at our achievements and successes with an eye of vanity and conceit. Our gaze falls on our efforts —that we are the ones who made an effort. We attribute our…
Ana’niyyah and Fana’iyyah
Ana’niyyah and Fana’iyyah by Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb (rahmatullah ‘alayh) There are two opposing conditions which are found in people. These are: Anaa’niyyah and Fanaa’iyyah. ‘Ananiyyah means everything is about “me” or “I, me and myself”. At all times, life revolves around me —that’s all. The person puts himself first, gives preference, and…
Boasting and Claiming Greatness
Boasting and Claiming Greatness by Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb (rahmatullah ‘alayh) Pride and greatness are the exclusive attributes of Allah Ta’ala. He is the only one worthy of such qualities. Amongst Allah Ta’ala’s Beautiful Names are: “Al-Mutakkabir” (The Supreme), “Al-Kabir” (The Greatest), “Al-Jalil” (The Majestic), “Al-Qawi” (The Most Strong), and “Al-Qadir” (The All-Powerful).…
