al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S65)When al-Mugheera رضي الله عنه passed away, Jarir Ibn Abdullah رضي الله عنه said to the Kufans: “Ask for Afiyah for your governor [i.e Mugheera رضي الله عنه], because he used to love Afiyah”. The Kufans grieved over Mugheera’s رضي الله عنه passing. Afiyah is a means of protection, security and forgiveness, it…

Surah 26 The Poets v185-191Session 21The Day of The CanopyThe original 10% fee highway robbers.The simmering heat sent to the people of MadianBy Yusuf Circle Sheffield

Surah 26 The Poets 176-184Session 20The Dwellers of Al Aykah - a thicket Madian ibn Prophet Ibrahim (A.S), Madian's mother was Kantura (ra).The Orator states,"My people always give full measure and weight.To give full measure and weight is moreexpressive than not falling short on both of them.The effect of giving full measure and full weight is muc…

Surah 26 The Poets 167-175Session 19The Overthrown Cities Angels in human form arrive at the threshold of Lut (A.S).Prophet Lut (A.S) is delivered from his nation.The eldest daughter departs the world, a spring thereupon gushes forth.The youngest daughter departs the world, a spring thereupon gushes forth.All Prophets thereafter came from an influe…

Surah 26 The Poets 160-166Session 18Prophet Lut (A.S) testifies against his nation.Lut's (A.S) 2 daughters Reetha & Zaghratâ (raa).The City of SodomDue to the affluent and prosperous conditions of the city, people from far and wide used to come andstay there as guests.Shaitan appears in the guise of an old man to advise a group of people.…

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S64)In 50 A.H, during Mugheera’s رضي الله عنه seventh year ruling Kufa, the Angel of Death (a.s) arrived. A once muscular Mugheera رضي الله عنه was now old and pale. There was a plague in Kufa, thus it’s possible Mugheera رضي الله عنه was martyred by the plague. Thus passed away; The handsome, genius and one of …

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S63)Abdullah Ibn Umar رضي الله عنهم: “Those who revile the companions (رضي الله عنهم), are not part of ‘them’”. ‘them’ here refers to Surah Hashr: 10. Verses 8-9 mention the Muhajireen and Ansar (رضي الله عنهم), verse 10 mentions we, the believers who came after and who pray for the forgiveness of those that cam…

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S62)When Muawiya رضي الله عنه faced the pangs of death he said thrice: “My day is for you, O Hujr [رضي الله عنه]”.When Hujr رضي الله عنه was imprisoned his comrades requested him to make a dua for their freedom. Hujr رضي الله عنه made the following, critical dua: “O Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وتَعَالَى, grant us what is …

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S61)Muawiya رضي الله عنه appointed Ziyad Ibn Abee as next governor of Kufa. He also governed Busra - spending 6 months in each city. With Hasan’s رضي الله عنه martyrdom, Hujr رضي الله عنه thought his binding was over, thus began speaking up. He رضي الله عنه was a supporter of Imam Ali (a.s).Mugheera’s رضي الله ع…

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S60)Hujr Ibn Adee رضي الله عنه was a supporter of Imam Ali رضي الله عنه. When Hasan رضي الله عنه gave Baiyah to Muawiya رضي الله عنه, Hujr رضي الله عنه was the first to say to him: “O son of The Messenger! ﷺ. It would’ve been better if I died before this day! Why did you do this?”. Hasan رضي الله عنه replied: “T…

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S59)Ameer Muawiya رضي الله عنه appointed Sa’eed Ibn al-Aas رضي الله عنه as governor of Madinah. In 50 A.H, Sa’eed lead Imam Hasan’s رضي الله عنهم janazah. Aqeel رضي الله عنه was asked by his son, Muhammad (r.h), who is the noblest of the Quraysh. Aqeel رضي الله عنه replied: “Myself and my mother’s son [Ali رضي ا…

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S58)Sa’eed Ibn al-Aas رضي الله عنه once asked for some water, and someone from a dwelling brought it. The person was in debt and was going to sell his house. Sa’eed رضي الله عنه intervened and cleared the man’s debt of 4,000 Dirhams! Such was his generosity! When Umar رضي الله عنه was martyred, Sa’eed رضي الله ع…

Surah 26 The Poets 153-159Session 18The Day of The ShadowA bio of The She-CamelBoth Saleh (A.S) and The Messenger ﷺ spoke to the deceased who were punished; the deceased do hear but cannot respond.The Father of The Prophets He is Ibraheem (A.S)ibn Tarekh (250 years of age)ibn Nahoor (148) ibn Saroogh,(230) ibn Rafihoo (239) ibn Falegh (439) ibn 'Ab…

Surah 26 The Poets 141-152Session 17The Dwellings of ThamudThe houses which they carved in the mountains as a form of extravagant play, with no need for them as dwelling places.They were highly skilled in the arts of masonry and stone carving.Thamūd9 people of the city shaved off gold & silver from coins for profit.Salih (A.S) Son of Obaid Son of A…

Surah 26 The Poets 131-140Session 16The Nation of Hud (A.S) are punished and the Believers move to Makkah.A supplication which protects against a storm...The measure of wind & rain were not applied when the punishment hit the Nation of Aad."We have lived for a long period in this fort in great prosperity. Our canals were always full of water, ,, an…

Surah 26 The Poets 123-130Session 15The Suriani Language The Valley of Al AzraqThe Harsha PassThe Valley of UsfanHadra Mawt - Death has come, Prophet Salih (A.S) departs the world.Al JabbarThe Ever-Compeller and The Ever-Restorer (SWT).By Yusuf Circle Sheffield

Surah 26 The Poets 112-122Session 14The nobility of a person depends on deeds and moral qualities and not on family or status.Prophet Nuh (A.S) is assaulted by some people.A lion on board the Ark contracts fever.By Yusuf Circle Sheffield

Surah 26 The Poets 105-114Session 13The Valley of Asafan... The Prophets Nuh, Ibrahim & Hud (A.S) travelled through this valley to perform the pilgrimage to The Ancient House, they rode on young camels and donned long black & white gowns (Ahmad).10 Qarn / generations between Prophet Adam & Nuh (A.S).…

al-Mugheera ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S57)When Sa’eed Ibn al-Aas رضي الله عنه was previously governor of Kufa, he conquered Tabristan, Jarjaan and settled the uprising in Azerbaijan. He was known for his incredible strength and bravery. Just as one searches for the new moon in Ramadan, people would search for Sa’eed on the battlefield to witness his…

al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه (S56)A now elderly Mugheera asks Ameer Muawiya رضي الله عنهم if he can be removed from his post in Kufa - Muawiya originally didn’t want to remove him but upon seeing the aged physical condition of Mugheera, he decided to relieve him from the post. Muawiya رضي الله عنه wanted the replacement to be Sa’eed Ibn al-A…

Al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه Session 55The shrewdest persons during the time of civil unrest were 5,Hadrat Amr ibn al-Aas (ra) and Hadrat Mu'aawiyah (ra) from the Quraysh.Hadrat Qays ibn Sa'ad (ra) from amongst the Ansaar. Hadrat al-Mugheerah ibn Shu'ruba (ra) from the Thaqeef: And; Hadrat Abdullah ibn Budayl ibn Warqa al-Khuzaa'ee (ra) from…

Al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه Session 54 The brilliance of Mugeerah (ra) whilst Governor of Koofa.Sa'eed ibn Zayd (ra) defends Alee (ra) and states the 10 Promised Paradise.By Yusuf Circle Sheffield

Al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه Session 53 During the reign of Muawiyah (ra) 'Hadrat al-Mugheerah (ra) initially withdrew to Yemen during the 1st civil war - but then pledged allegiance to Hadrat Mu'aawiyah (ra)(ie when the Ummah had united once more).He (ra) did not take part in the Batle of Siffeen but supported Hadrat Mu`aawiyah (ra) thereaf…

Al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه Session 52 The 5 Signs of the dreaded fitnah...The departing of Abbas (ra)Mugeerah advises Uthmaan (raa), but the latter is well aware of the inevitable.By Yusuf Circle Sheffield

Al-Mugheera Ibn Shu’ba رضي الله عنه Session 51 The 5 Signs of the dreaded fitnahThe departing of Umar (ra)The loss of the ring of The Messenger ﷺZayd ibn Khaarijah (ra) speaking after his deathThe extension of Masjid NabiBy Yusuf Circle Sheffield