A NAS A WEEK - 1 SAFAR 1441H

But those who before them had homes (in Medina) and had adopted the Faith show their affection to such as came to them for refuge and entertain no desire in their hearts for things given to the (latter) but give them preference over themselves even though poverty was their (own lot). And those saved from the covetousness of their own souls they are the ones that achieve prosperity.  ⁵³⁸³ [The English Translation of al-Hasyr, 59:9 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali].

Notes:5383 - This refers to the Ansar (the Helpers), the people of Madinah who accepted Islam when it was persecuted in Makkah, and who invited the holy Prophet to join them and become their Leader in Madinah. The Hijrat was possible because of their goodwill and their generous hospitality. They entertained the Prophet and all the refugees (Muhajirs) who came with him. The most remarkable ties of full brotherhood were established between individual members of the one group and the other. Until the Ummat got its own resources, the Helpers regularly gave and the Refugees regularly received. The Helpers counted it a privilege to entertain the Refugees, and even the poor vied with the rich in their spirit of self-sacrifice. When the confiscated land and property of the Banu Nadhir was divided, and the major portion was assigned to the refugees, there was not the least jealousy on the part of the Helpers. They rejoiced in the good fortune of their brethren. And incidentally they were themselves relieved of anxiety and responsibility on their behalf.

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A NAS A WEEK - 23 MUHARRAM 1441

Ibn Abbas reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “There is no believing servant but that he has a sin he habitually commits from time to time, or a sin abiding over him that he does not abandon until he departs the world. Verily, the believer was created to be tested, repenting and forgetful. If he is reminded, he will remember.” [Source: al-Mu’jam al-Kabīr 11810. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Albani]

عَنِ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ قَالَ مَا مِنْ عَبْدٍ مُؤْمِنٍ إِلَّا وَلَهُ ذَنْبٌ يَعْتادُهُ الْفَيْنَةَ بَعْدَ الْفَيْنَةِ أَوْ ذَنْبٌ هُوَ مُقِيمٌ عَلَيْهِ لَا يُفَارِقُهُ حَتَّى ي يُفَارِقَ الدنيا إِنَّ الْمُؤْمِنَ خُلِقَ مُفْتَنًا تَوَّابًا نَسِيًّا إِذَا ذُكِّرَ ذَكَرَ

[11810 المعجم الكبير للطبراني

2276 المحدث الألباني خلاصة حكم المحدث إسناده صحيح في السلسلة الصحيحة] 

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A NAS A WEEK - 16 MUHARRAM 1441H

If ye help not (your Leader) (it is no matter): for Allah did indeed help him: when the unbelievers drove him out: he had no more than one companion: they two were in the cave and he said to his companion "have no fear for Allah is with us": then Allah sent down his peace upon him and strengthened him with forces which ye saw not and humbled to the depths the word of the unbelievers. But the word of Allah is exalted to the heights: for Allah is Exalted in might Wise.  ^{1302   1303   1304}  [The English translation of at-Tawbah, 9:40 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

 

Notes:

1302 - The Tabuk expedition was not a failure. Though some hesitated, many more joined in. But a more striking example was when the Prophet was hunted out of Makkah and performed his famous Hijrat. His enemies plotted for his life. He had already sent his followers on to Madinah. Ali had volunteered to face his enemies in his house. His single companion was Abu Bakr. They two concealed themselves in the cave of Thaur, three miles from Makkah, for three nights, with the enemy prowling around in great numbers in fruitless search of them. "We are but two," said Abu Bakr. "Nay," said Muhammad, "for Allah is with us." Faith gave their minds peace, and Allah gave them safety. They reached Madinah, and a glorious chapter opened for Islam. The forces that helped them were not seen, but their power was irresistible. 

1303 - "The second of two," which afterwards became Abu Bakr's proud title. 

1304 - The superlatives in the Arabic I have rendered by the periphrasis, "humbled to the depths" and "exalted to the heights," as they accord better with the genius of the English language. The enemies of Islam had boasted that they would root it out: the result showed them up as ridiculous and despicable. 

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A NAS A WEEK - 9 MUHARRAM 1441H

Al-Hakam ibn al-A’raj reported: I want to Ibn Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, and I said, “Tell me about fasting the day of Ashura.” Ibn Abbas said, “When you see the crescent of the month of al-Muharram, count the days and wake up to fast on the ninth day.” I said, “Is this how the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, fasted it?” Ibn Abbas said, “Yes.” [Source: Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 1133. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Muslim]

Al-Nawawi said, “Al-Shafi’i and his companions, Ahmad, Ishaq, and others said it is recommended to fast the ninth and tenth of Al-Muharram together, as the Prophet (ṣ) fasted the tenth and intended to fast the ninth.” [Source: Sharḥ al-Nawawī ‘alá Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 1133]

عَنِ الْحَكَمِ بْنِ الأَعْرَجِ قَالَ انْتَهَيْتُ إِلَى ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ رضى الله عنهما فَقُلْتُ لَهُ أَخْبِرْنِي عَنْ صَوْمِ عَاشُورَاءَ‏ فَقَالَ إِذَا رَأَيْتَ هِلاَلَ الْمُحَرَّمِ فَاعْدُدْ وَأَصْبِحْ يَوْمَ التَّاسِعِ صَائِمًا قُلْتُ هَكَذَا كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم يَصُومُهُ قَالَ نَعَمْ

[1133 صحيح مسلم كتاب الصيام باب أي يوم يصام في عاشوراء]

قال النووي قَالَ الشَّافِعِيُّ وَأَصْحَابُهُ وَأَحْمَدُ وَإِسْحَاقُ وَآخَرُونَ يُسْتَحَبُّ صَوْمُ التَّاسِعِ وَالْعَاشِرِ جَمِيعًا لِأَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ صَامَ الْعَاشِرَ وَنَوَى صِيَامَ التَّاسِعِ

[1133 شرح النووي على مسلم]

A NAS A WEEK - 2 MUHARRAM 1441H

He who forsakes his home in the cause of Allah finds in the earth many a refuge wide and spacious: should he die as a refugee from home for Allah and his Apostle his reward becomes due and sure with Allah: and Allah is Oft-Forgiving Most Merciful [The English translation of an-Nisaa, 4:100 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali].

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1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ISLAMIC SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT -ICISD2019 CALL FOR PAPERS

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We are excited to announce our upcoming event: 1st International Conference on Islamic Sustainable Development, organized by IRCIEF - KUIS in collaboration with Centre For Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV) and Association of Shariah Advisors in Islamic Finance (ASAS) on 12 & 13 November 2019.

Don't miss this opportunity !

Visit our website for more information https://ircief.org.my/icisd/


Final Date for Abstract Submission is on 15th September 2019.

For any inquiries please do contact
Dr. Latifa Bibi Musafar Hameed at 03-89117121
OR
send an email to
info_ircief@kuis.edu.my

Thank you.

A NAS A WEEK - 25 DZULHIJJAH 1440

Abu Sa’id reported: A bedouin came to the Prophet and asked him about emigration. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Woe to you! The matter of emigration is difficult. Have you got some camels?” The man said yes. The Prophet said, “Do you pay its charity?” The man said yes. The Prophet said, “Do you let them be used by others?” The man said yes. The Prophet said, “Do you milk them on the proper day?” The man said yes. The Prophet said, “Then do good deeds beyond the sea. Verily, Allah will never disregard any of your deeds.” [Source: Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 3708, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 1865. Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim]

Ibn Hajar said, “His saying ‘do good deeds beyond the sea‘ is an expression indicating that his good deeds will not be wasted no matter where he is.” [Source: Fatḥ al-Bārī 3708]

عن أبي سعيد قَالَ جَاءَ أَعْرَابِيٌّ إِلَى النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم فَسَأَلَهُ عَنِ الْهِجْرَةِ، فَقَالَ‏ وَيْحَكَ إِنَّ الْهِجْرَةَ شَأْنُهَا شَدِيدٌ فَهَلْ لَكَ مِنْ إِبِلٍ قَالَ نَعَمْ‏.‏ قَالَ فَتُعْطِي صَدَقَتَهَا قَالَ نَعَمْ‏.‏ قَالَ فَهَلْ تَمْنَحُ مِنْهَا شَيْئًا ‏قَالَ نَعَمْ‏.‏ قَالَ فَتَحْلُبُهَا يَوْمَ وِرْدِهَا قَالَ نَعَمْ‏.‏ قَالَ فَاعْمَلْ مِنْ وَرَاءِ الْبِحَارِ فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ لَنْ يَتِرَكَ مِنْ عَمَلِكَ شَيْئًا

3708 صحيح البخاري كتاب مناقب الأنصار باب هجرة النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم وأصحابه إلى المدينة]

1865 صحيح مسلم كتاب الإمارة باب المبايعة بعد فتح مكة على الإسلام والجهاد والخير وبيان معنى لا هجرة بعد الفتح

قال ابن حجر وَقَوْلُهُ اعْمَلْ مِنْ وَرَاءِ الْبِحَارِ مُبَالَغَةٌ فِي إِعْلَامِهِ بِأَنَّ عَمَلَهُ لَا يَضِيعُ فِي أَيْ مَوْضِعٍ كَانَ

[3708 فتح الباري شرح صحيح البخاري

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5 SUCCESSFUL VIVA VOCE

ISDEV lecturers and students were there to provide support for the RISDEV students facing their viva voce.

The Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV) Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), has added five more RISDEV (ISDEV by Postgraduate) students in its annals of ISDEV Alumni members. The five RISDEV students all of whom pursued at the PhD levels are Nurul Suhada Ismail, Mohd 'Adli Zahri, Mohammad Syukri Jalil, Noor Hidayah Samsudin and Ustaz Amir Mohd Nason. 

 An ISDEV tradition - a group photo taken after the solat hajat was carried out in the morning of a RISDEV student's viva.

As usual, prior to the viva voce for all these five RISDEV students, the nawafil solat hajat was conducted congregationally at Anjung ISDEV (a building right behind D04) wherein a special invocation is supplicated to Allah SWT that should the RISDEV student's thesis be of benefit to him/her, to the ummah and to Islam then make ease for his/her to pass the viva. However if the RISDEV student's thesis will bring harm to him/her by making him/her more arrogant and filled with the mazmumah (despicable) characteristics and unable to contribute to the ummah and Islam, then it was beseeched that the results be otherwise. A deep understanding and realisation, that the ultimate results, is with Allah SWT.

Nurul Suhada Ismail during her viva.

The first to face her viva voce was Nurul Suhada Ismail. Her viva was held on 9 May, 2019 and she was called into the Conference Room of C23, School of Social Sciences, for her viva close to 9:30 am that day. 

Nurul Suhada with her panel of examiners.

Nurul Suhada's panel of examiners consisted of the Chairperson, Professor Dr Nor Shakirah Mat Akhir, from the School of Humanities, USM. Her external examiner was Professor Dr. Engku Ahmad Zaki Engku Alwi from the Faculty of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA) while her two internal examiners were Dr Fadzila Azni Ahmad and Dr Azrin Ibrahim. Suhada's PhD on Strategi Sekuriti Makanan dalam Pembangunan Lestari Islam (Food Security Strategy in Islamic Sustainable Development) was fully supervised by ISDEV Deputy Director, Dr Wan Norhaniza Wan Hasan.

Mohd 'Adli with his family members and the panel of examiners.

Next in line was Mohd 'Adli Zahri to defend his PhD thesis on Penentu Pemilihan Pelaburan Dana Unit Amanah Islam (Choice Determinants of Islamic Unit Trust Fund Investment) on the morning of 27 May, 2019. Mohd 'Adli's main supervisor is Associate Professor Dr. Zakaria Bahari while his co-supervisor is Dr Azreen Hamiza Abdul Aziz.

Mohammad Syukri with his panel of examiners.

The same day but during the afternoon session was Mohammad Syukri Jalil's turn to face the grueling viva session at the same venue at C23. Mohammad Syukri was able to convince the panel of examiners, especially the external examiner, Associate Professor Dr Ahmad Azrin Adnan from UniSZA and the two internal examiners. Dr Nailul Murad from the School of Distance Education and Dr Wan Norhaniza Wan Hasan from ISDEV. His PhD thesis was on Penentu Kecenderungan Pembayaran Sewaan Premis Wakaf Majlis Agama Islam Negeri Pulau Pinang (The Determinant of the Tendency of Rental Payment of the Waqf Premises of the Islamic Council of the State of Pulau Pinang). His main supervisor is Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari while Dr Murni Yusoff is his co-supervisor. 

The viva of Noor Hidayah Samsudin in session.

In the morning of 23 July 2019 was Noor Hidayah Samsudin's turn to face her viva voce at the Conference Room of the School of Social Sciences (C23), USM. 

Noor Hidayah/'s panel of examiners and her parents.

The Chairperson for Noor Hidayah's panel of examiners was Professor Dr. Jamilah Ahmad, School of Communication, USM. Dr. Nor'Azzah Kamri from the Academy of Islamic Studies, Universiti Malaya (UM) was her external examiner. Two internal examiners were ISDEV Director, Dr. Shahir Akram Hassan and Dr Azrin Ibrahim. 

A proud moment for Hidayah with her supervisors.

Her PhD thesis carries the title Kaedah Strategi Pengurusan Motivasi Pekerja dalam Islam berdasarkan Kitab Syama'il Muhammadiyyat (The Method of Managing Employee Motivation in Islam based on the Book of Syama'il Muhammadiyyat) was supervised by Dr Fadzila Azni Ahmad and co-supervised by Dr Wan Norhaniza Wan Hasan. 

Ustaz Amir exhibiting his mastery of his PhD thesis during the viva.

The fifth RISDEV candidate to face his viva voce on 24 July, 2019 was Ustaz Amir Mohd. Nason. His PhD research was on Pendekatan Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran Berasaskan Qalbu: Tumpuan Khusus Terhadap Sirah-sirah Empat Imam Mazhab (The Teaching and Learning Approach Based on Qalb: Special Reference to the Selected Historical Accounts of the Four Mazhab). 

Ustaz Amir with is wife and three children (left) and his parents (right).

For Ustaz Amir's viva session, the Chairperson was Professor Dr Nor Shakirah Mat Akhir, from the School of Humanities, USM and Professor Dr. Engku Ahmad Zaki Engku Alwi of UniSZA was the external examiner. The two internal examiners consisted of ISDEV Director, Dr Shahir Akram Hassan and ISDEV lecturer Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari. Ustaz Amir carried out his PhD Research under the supervision of Dr. Shukri Mohd. Hanapi. 

Alhamdulillah and Congratulation to all five RISDEV students!

A NAS A WEEK - 18 DZULHIJJAH 1440

The signs of Allah have they sold for a miserable price and (many) have they hindered from His way: evil indeed are the deeds they have done [The English Translation of al-Taubah, 9:9 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali].

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A NAS A WEEK - 10 DZULHIJJAH 1440

Jabir ibn Abdullah reported: I was present with the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, on Eid al-Adha at the place of prayer. When the Prophet finished his sermon, he came down from his pulpit and a ram was brought to him. The Prophet slaughtered it with his own hand, saying, “In the name of Allah and Allah is the greatest. This is from me and those of my nation who cannot offer a sacrifice.”

Al-Tirmidhi said, “This was acted upon by the people of knowledge among the companions of the Prophet (ṣ) and others, that a man should say at the time of slaughtering: In the name of Allah, and Allah is the greatest. It is the opinion of Ibn al-Mubarak.”
[Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhī 1521. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Albani]

عَنْ جَابِرِ بْنِ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ قَالَ شَهِدْتُ مَعَ النَّبِيِّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ الْأَضْحَى بِالْمُصَلَّى فَلَمَّا قَضَى خُطْبَتَهُ نَزَلَ عَنْ مِنْبَرِهِ فَأُتِيَ بِكَبْشٍ فَذَبَحَهُ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ بِيَدِهِ وَقَالَ بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ هَذَا عَنِّي وَعَمَّنْ لَمْ يُضَحِّ مِنْ أُمَّتِي

قال الترمذي وَالْعَمَلُ عَلَى هَذَا عِنْدَ أَهْلِ الْعِلْمِ مِنْ أَصْحَابِ النَّبِيِّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ وَغَيْرِهِمْ أَنْ يَقُولَ الرَّجُلُ إِذَا ذَبَحَ بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ وَهُوَ قَوْلُ ابْنِ الْمُبَارَكِ

1521 سنن الترمذي كتاب الأضاحي باب العقيقة بشاة]

[1521 المحدث الألباني خلاصة حكم المحدث صحيح في صحيح الترمذي

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https://abuaminaelias.com/dailyhadithonline/2019/08/11/prophet-sacrifices-eid-al-adha/

A NAS A WEEK - 3 DZULHIJJAH 1440

Know therefore that there is no god but Allah and ask forgiveness for the fault and for the men and women who believe: for Allah knows how ye move about and how ye dwell in your homes.  ^{4841   4842} [The English Translation of Muhammad, 47:19 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali].

Notes:
4841 - Every mortal according to his nature and degree of spiritual enlightenment falls short of the perfect standard of Allah (xvi. 61), and should therefore ask Allah for forgiveness. What is merit in an ordinary man may be a human shortcoming in one nearest to Allah: see xxxviii. 24-25, and notes 4175-76 (of the English Translation of the Quran bu Abdullah Yusuf Ali). Prophets have a further responsibility for their People or their Ummat, and they ask in a representative capacity. 
4842 - The time and manner of our conducting ourselves at home and when we move about on our business are all material to the judgment of our conduct, and for every nuance in our moral and spiritual progress, we must seek Allah's help and guidance.


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The backdrop and banner for the 14th IDMAC 2019.

The Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is organising the 14th ISDEV International Development Management Conference 2019 (IDMAC 2019) with the theme on "Hisbah and Integrity in Islamic Development Management". The two-day conference will be held at Dewan Persidangan Universiti (DPU), USM from 30 July until 31 July, 2019.

The first Keynote Address will be delivered by Deputy Chief Minister 1 of the State of Pulau Pinang, Yang Berhormat Dato' Ir. Hj. Ahmad Zakiyuddin bin Abdul Rahman on 30 July 2019. The second Keynote Address will be delivered by Deputy Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, Yang Berbahagia Dato' Shamshun Baharin bin Mohd Jamil on Wednesday, 31 July, 2019.

A total of 62 papers are to be presented throughout the two day conference with 13 parallel sessions with close to seventy participants. Besides from Malaysia, there are presenters from Pakistan, Nigeria, Indonesia and Negara Brunei Darussalam.

A NAS A WEEK - 25 DZUL QI'DAH 1440H

Ibn Abbas reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “No good deeds are better than what is done in these first ten days of Dhul Hijjah.” Some companions of the Prophet said, “Not even jihad in the way of Allah?” The Prophet said, “Not even jihad in the way of Allah, except for a man who goes out with his life and wealth at risk and he returns with nothing.” [Source: Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 926. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Bukhari]

عَنْ ابْنِ عَبَّاسٍ عَنْ النَّبِيِّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ أَنَّهُ قَالَ مَا الْعَمَلُ فِي أَيَّامٍ أَفْضَلَ مِنْهَا فِي هَذِهِ قَالُوا وَلَا الْجِهَادُ قَالَ وَلَا الْجِهَادُ إِلَّا رَجُلٌ  خَرَجَ يُخَاطِرُ بِنَفْسِهِ وَمَالِهِ فَلَمْ يَرْجِعْ بِشَيْءٍ 

[926 صحيح البخاري كتاب العيدين باب فضل العمل في أيام التشريق]

RESEARCH GRANT: ETNO-FALAK IN MARITIME ACTIVITIES

ISDEV Director, Dr Shahir (2nd from tright) presenting a token to the representative from the
fisheries department in Kota Kuala Muda.

One of the research grants awarded to the members of the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is on Etno-Falak in Maritime Activities. 

A view of the Kota Kuala Muda.

The Director of ISDEV, Dr Shahir Akram and ISDEV lecturer, Dr Mohd. Shukri Hanapi are among the group members of the grant. The grant covers data to be collected throughout Malaysia including Sabah and Sarawak. 

Interview in session with Ms Aida, the Research Officer taking down notes of the session.

The team has divided their data collection stage into several zones. The members of this research team went about to collect data in Kedah Darul Aman in May as well as in Terengganu Darul Iman in June this year. 

Attending to filling up the questions for the structured interview.

The empirical stage of this grant for North Zone in this phase started in the district of Kuala Muda, Kedah Darul Aman on a Sunday, 5th May 2019. During this phase data were collected by means of interview as well as a visit to the  Kota Kuala Muda Museum. Here the team also learnt about the heritage of Kota Kualan Kedah.

A group photo for the data collection in the East Zone.

For the East Zone, the research team,  went to Terengganu for three days and two nights. On 11 June, 2019 they first paid a courtesy visit to the Akademi Perikanan Malaysia (Malaysia Fisheries Academy) and the Institut Marin Asia Tenggara (ISMAT) (Southeast Asia Marine Institute). Both these institutions work closely with the fishermen as well as on fisheries activities. 

The interview session in Marang, Terengganu.

The next day, on 12 June 2019 the research team went to the district of Marang, Terengganu to interview the fishermen there before they proceeded to interview the fishermen and officers related to the fisheries department in Tok Bali on Thursday. 

Interviewing one of the fisheries personnel.

A NAS A WEEK - 18 DZUL QI'DAH 1440H

And behold We said to the angels: "Bow down to Adam"; and they bowed down not so Iblis he refused and was haughty he was of those who reject Faith.  ⁴⁹ [English translation of al-Baqarah, 2: 34 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

Notes:

49 The Arabic may also be translated: "They bowed down, except Iblis." In that case Iblis (Satan) would be one of the angels. But the theory of fallen angels is not usually accepted in Muslim theology. In xviii, 50 Iblis is spoken of as a Jinn. We shall discuss later the meaning of this word. 

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A NAS A WEEK - 11 DZUL QI'DAH 1440H

Anas ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Ask your Lord for pardon and wellness in the world and the Hereafter. If you are given pardon and wellness in the world and the Hereafter, you have succeeded.” [Source: Sunan Ibn Mājah 3846. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Suyuti]

عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ سَلْ رَبَّكَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ فَإِذَا أُعْطِيتَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ فَقَدْ أَفْلَحْتَ

3846 سنن ابن ماجه كتاب الدعاء باب الدعاء بالعفو والعافية]

[1246 المحدث السيوطي خلاصة حكم المحدث صحيح في الجامع الصغير

FOREVER AFFECTIONATELY IN OUR HEARTS: YDM PEHIN ABDUL RAHMAN IN REMEMBRANCE

Allahyarham Yang Dimuliakan Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman 

A truly heart wrenching news when the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), received the solemn news on 7 July, 2019 that ISDEV Advisor, Almarhum Yang Dimuliakan Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman bin Haji Abdul Karim had passed away that day. ISDEV founder, Professor Dr. Muhammad Syukri Salleh and former ISDEV Director, Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari, representing USM and ISDEV respectively, were in Negara Brunei Darussalam when the heartbreaking news on his passing away was received.

Prof Syukri at the burial grounds.

Having a magnanimous personality and renowned for his generosity, it was difficult to grasp that ISDEV had to finally bid farewell to its advisor that has served ISDEV splendidly well. A brilliant man known for his love for books, reading as well as a man with a very critical mind combined with the extraordinary gift of writing but deeply rooted within Islamic worldview based on Islamic epistemology, had inspired the hearts of many ISDEV members. A man of exceptional characters. 

His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam.

Apart from Ministers and Brunei dignitaries, even His Majesty the Sultan and the Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddin Sa'adul Khairi Waddein as well as His Royal Highness  the Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah, were there to pay their last respects to the late Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman which also received coverage in the official media of that country.

The write up of the official media in Negara Brunei Darussalam.

The coverage made by Borneo Bulletin on 9 July, 2019.

ISDEV news takes this opportunity to share a brief write up on Allahyarham Yang Dimuliakan Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abdul Karim (1943 - 2019) that was received by ISDEV members from the Rector of Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Negara Brunei Darussalam.

He was born on 9 January 1943 at Kampung Ujung Bukit, Brunei Town (presently known as Bandar Seri Begawan).

He receive his early education at Sultan Muhammad Jamalul Alam Malay School and Sultan Omar 'Ali Saifuddien College (both in Bandar Seri Begawan), he then continued his studies at the London School of Economic and the London University. 

He received his Degree in Economic Studies in 1970. He tthen continued his Post Graduate Studies in Economic Development in Tokyo, Japan in 1972; and also at University of Manchester, United Kingdom in 1977.

With his background traced from a family with business background, the late Pehin was appointed as the Director of Financial Services and Managing Director of the Brunei Investment Agency. He was known tto those who know him and his family as a generous businessman who always contributed or the sake of other people. He was described "seorang hartawan dan ahli perniagaan yang pemurah dan banyak membantu orang-orang yang memerlukan."

On his service to the nation, He was appointed as the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Finance in October 1986, and Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Defence in December 1991.

After his retirement, the late Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman was appointed as the Managing Director of Islamic Bank of Brunei.

He was bestowed the title of Pehin Manteri 32 as Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja in May 1996, and was also awarded the Most Distinguished Order of Paduka Seri Laila Jasa (2nd Class) or Dato Seri Laila Jasa; the Most Distinguished Order of Paduka Seri Laila Jasa (3rd Class); and the Meritorious Service Medal (PJK).

The late Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman  passed away on 7 July 2019 in Bangkok, Thailand at the age of 76. was laid to rest at the Ranggas cemetery near the capital.

It is ardently prayed that Allah SWT places Almarhum Yang Dimuliakan Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman bin Haji Abdul Karim among the victorious and among those whom Allah SWT love. Aamiin.

Al-fatihah. 

A NAS A WEEK - 4 DZUL QI'DAH 1440H

And this was the legacy that Abraham left to his sons and so did Jacob; "O my sons! Allah hath chosen the faith for you; then die not except in the faith of Islam." [English translation of al-Baqarah, 2: 132 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

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A NAS A WEEK - 26 SHAWWAL 1440

Abdullah ibn Amr reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, would seek refuge in Allah from four things: from knowledge that does not benefit, from a heart without reverence, from a supplication that is unanswered, and from an ego that is never satisfied [Source: Sunan al-Nasā’ī 5442. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Ahmad Shakir] 

عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عَمْرٍو أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ كَانَ يَتَعَوَّذُ مِنْ أَرْبَعٍ مِنْ عِلْمٍ لَا يَنْفَعُ وَمِنْ قَلْبٍ لَا يَخْشَعُ وَدُعَاءٍ لَا يُسْمَعُ وَنَفْسٍ لَا تَشْبَعُ

5442 سنن النسائي كتاب الاستعاذة الاستعاذة من قلب لا يخشع]

[10/66 المحدث أحمد شاكر خلاصة حكم المحدث إسناده صحيح في مسند أحمد

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5 RISDEV STUDENTS TO SUBMIT PHD THESES

Ibrahim Musa Gani, a RISDEV student from Nigeria.

For the month of May, 2019, the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) allocated two specific sessions for five RISDEV (ISDEV Postgraduate by Research) students to present their draft  theses. The first session was on 17 May, 2019. It started at 9:30am at ISDEV Resource Room.

Prof Syukri taking the opportunity to ask question about the candidates' theses.

Two RISDEV students presented for the first session. Ibrahim Musa Ghani presented his findings of his PhD research which centred on the impact of the Islamic financial system to Malaysia's development. He hoped that his research findings could be of benefit to his home country in Nigeria. Ibrahim's main supervisor is Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari. His draft thesis was evaluated by Dr Azreen Hamiza.

Puan Kasimah presenting her findings.

The next in line to present her PhD thesis findings was Kasimah Kamaruddin whose research endeavours was on the field of Islamic Research Methodology with focus on the quranic verses of ahkam (legal rulings). Kasimah embarks her PhD under the supervision of Dr Mohd. Shukri Hanapi. Her draft thesis that day was evaluated by Dr Azrin Ibrahim.

Dr Azrin Ibrahim commenting on Kasimah's draft thesis.

The second session was held on 30 May 2019 from 9:30 am which ended close to 1 pm. It was also held at ISDEV Resource Room. For that day another three RISDEV students presented their draft PhD theses. 

A very confident Wan Nornajwa presenting her findings that day.

The first in line was Wan Nornajwa Wan Othman with her PhD research endeavours on Well-being in the context of the book Al-Hikam. Her draft thesis was evaluated by Dr Rehanah Mohd Zain from the School of Health Sciences. Her supervisor is Dr Fadzila Azni Ahmad.

Caturida, a RISDEV student from Indonesia.

The next in line that day was Caturida Meiwanto Doktoralina with his quantitative research areas on zakat on income of academicians in Indonesia. He is a student of Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari. His draft thesis was evaluated by Dr Nor Asmat Ismail from the School of Social Sciences.

Dr Nor Asmat commenting on Caturida's findings.

The final RISDEV student for the month of May to present his findings was Mohd Haidzir Auzir whose research centred on the Islamic worldview vis-a vis the transformation of pagan rituals prior to the coming of Islam during the period of Rasulullah SAW. His draft tPhD thesis was evaluated by ISDEV Director, Dr Shahir Akram Hassan.

An interesting research conducted by Mohd Haidzir Auzir which he shared with ISDEV members.

A NAS A WEEK - 20 SHAWWAL 1440

The believers are but a single Brotherhood: So make peace and reconciliation between your two (contending) brothers: And fear Allah that ye may receive Mercy.  ⁴⁹²⁸ 

Notes:
4928 - The enforcement of the Muslim Brotherhood is the greatest social ideal of Islam. On it was based the Prophet's Sermon at his last pilgrimage, and Islam cannot be completely realised until this ideal is achieved.  

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DISCOURSE ON GOVERNANCE OF HIGHER EDUCATION WAQF

The poster on the Waqf Discourse. 

In conjunction with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) 50 years celebrations, the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), is organising a Discourse on the Governance of Higher Education Waqf  ("Waqf Discourse") . The one day Waqf Discourse will be held on Thursday, 20th June, 2019 at University Conference Hall (DPU), USM from 8:30am until 5:00pm. 

ISDEV cordially invites all who are keen to be part of the Waqf Discourse. There is no fee for attending the Waqf Discourse. However if you intend to attend the Waqf Discourse, please do register using the scan code found on the poster above.

A NAS A WEEK - 13 SHAWWAL 1440

Abu Ayyub reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan and then follows it with six days of fasting in the month of Shawwal, it will be as if he fasted for the entire year.” [Source: Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 1164. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Muslim]

عَنْ أَبِي أَيُّوبَ الْأَنْصَارِيِّ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ قَالَ مَنْ صَامَ رَمَضَانَ ثُمَّ أَتْبَعَهُ سِتًّا مِنْ شَوَّالٍ كَانَ كَصِيَامِ الدَّهْرِ

[1164 صحيح مسلم كتاب الصيام باب استحباب صوم ستة أيام من شوال إتباعا لرمض]

 

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