Nawhami, Muhammad Saifur Rahman

This is a translation of Surah Naba. It shows the futility of asking regarding the qualities of the hereafter whilst denying the actual event. It shows that to deny the hereafter is to deny one's senses and is utterly outlandish. It confirms that the hereafter is the truth - heaven and hell are in waiting. Allah almighty is just and generousness - he has warned us and regret will be for those who did not take heed.

Indeed for the fearful there is success - gardens and vineyards, buxom maidens, brimming glasses. You will not hear within babble, nor lies. This is a reward from your lord and an ample gift.

All praise is to Allah, the most compassionate and appreciative. Peace be upon his final prophet who is a great favour from Allah to all of creation. Blessings be upon his family and companions who were satisfied with the commandments of Allah and his messenger. May Allah almighty bless your marriage, may he create love amongst you and may he keep both of you steadfast on Islam.

The sermon preceding the marriage is sunnah. The message to all newly weds is 'Fear Allah! Fear Allah! Fear Allah!' This is the common ground which all relationships should be built. This is the solution to happiness even if we do not realise.

Intentions determine the value of actions; correct your intentions. Indeed halal is clear and haram is clear; act accordingly and do not falter. Between these are ambiguous matters; avoid them. The path to perfection is in shunning triviality; value your time and health. Know your obligation to the people and fulfill it for the sake of Allah. Trust in Allah; pray and pray often.

Knowledge without action will become a burden for us in the hereafter. The value of our actions is determined by our intentions. Those who act for Allah and his messenger (peace be upon him) then their reward is with Allah. Those who act to gain the world then there reward is with the world. The gain of this world is temporary and reward of the hereafter is everlasting.

In the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, say Subhanallah, Alhamidulillah, and Allahu Akbar increasingly. Do your necessary Takbir on the allotted days. If possible, fast on the day of Arafah – there is great reward in this. If eligible, give Qurbani on the day of Eid – this is an obligation to Allah for men and women. The rewards of all deeds are with Allah and his reward in better and everlasting.

All praise is to Allah, the most merciful and kind. Peace be upon our prophet who is a mercy for all creation and the kindest person. Blessings be upon his family and companion who where bonded to him through their devotion to Allah and his messenger. May Allah almighty bless your marriage, may he create love amongst you and may he keep both of you steadfast on Islam.