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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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"The problem that you have as young people is that you feel invincible." "I don't care whatever the level of your practice, the great gift that you have right now is the gift of life, and a chance, and a hope." "You complain that Allah only gave you 20 years! or only gave your child 5 years! or only gave your mother 60 years! You complain!- shut up!! What is 60 years!... what is 150 years!! compared with infinity in Paradise... and all the joys and the pleasures of Paradise!!" |
