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It's so easy, especially for young
people, to forget about death. This emotional talk reminds Muslims,
both young and old, of the purpose of life and death and to not
take for granted the brief time we've been afforded on Earth.
But is it really possible to live each day like it's your last?
And is it possible to reform your actions after living a life
of sin? In a crowded hall at an annual ISNA convention, Imam
Siraj tells the audience that now is the time to realize the
opportunity that Allah has given us. The greatest gift we have
is the gift of life and we should take advantage of it now, without
excuses. He also inspires us to have hope for the mercy of Allah
in the hereafter, but he warns us to not gamble with death. That
we should prepare ourselves with firm faith, righteous deeds
and repentance. Imam Siraj also relates his own experience of
death and teaches us how to deal with the passing of a loved
one. Other topics discussed: patience and perseverance, sisters
visiting graveyards, and concentration in prayer. (Duration:
34 min) Siraj Wahhaj, imam of Masjid Taqwa in New York, is a
dynamic speaker and tireless supporter of Islamic causes. He
accepted Islam in 1969 and attended Ummul Qura University. He
is the former vice president of ISNA and has served on the Majlis
Ash-Shura since 1987. He received high praises for initiating
anti-drug patrols in Brooklyn in 1988.
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