Devotion to the Prophet Muhammad

al-Shaykh Yusuf ibn Isma'il al-Nabhani
Paperback, 86 pages
9789819442263

Faith, Obedience, Love, Exaltation, Seeking Help & Visit

This book is a translation of the concluding section of al-Fada’il al-Muhammadiyah by al-Shaykh Yusuf ibn Isma'il al-Nabhani – with foreword by al-Ustadh Nazruddin Minhaj.

The first topic outlines the obligations to have faith in the Prophet ﷺ and to obey him. It highlights that obedience to the Prophet ﷺ is obedience to Allah, and emphasises the importance of adhering to his noble Sunnah.

The second topic elaborates the obligation to love the Prophet ﷺ, the merits of loving him, examples of the Companions’ love for him, and the various signs of loving him that reflect a Muslim’s sincerity to him. It also details the obligation to exalt, dignify and honour the Prophet ﷺ both during his lifetime and after his departure.

The third topic explains the permissibility, favourableness and benefits of seeking help through the Prophet ﷺ based on authentic reports.

The fourth topic outlines that visiting the Prophet ﷺ is among the greatest acts of seeking closeness to Allah and His Messenger.