Forty Prophetic hadith to bring the heart ❤️ relief Ep 12 Ramadan Series 2025 #islam assim al hakeem

Summary

In this video, the speaker highlights the importance of sincerity and focus when making Dua in Islam. Emphasizing that Allah responds to supplications made with a pure, attentive heart, the speaker warns against distractions, innovations, and despairing of Allah's mercy. The key conditions for an accepted Dua include avoiding Haram actions, fulfilling religious duties, and being certain that Allah will respond. The speaker encourages believers to maintain hope, act with sincerity, and focus on the purity of their hearts, as it is this sincerity and mindfulness that will lead to the acceptance of their supplications.

Takeaways

• 😀 Dua is most effective when made with a sincere and focused heart, free of distractions.
• 😀 Certainty is essential when making Dua—believe that Allah will respond and answer your supplication.
• 😀 Good deeds and staying away from Haram (forbidden acts) are necessary for your Dua to be accepted.
• 😀 The heart must be present and conscious when making Dua, not distracted by surroundings or external thoughts.
• 😀 Making Dua in blessed times and places (like during Ramadan or in prostration) increases the chances of acceptance.
• 😀 Innovations (Bid'ah) in worship, such as extra rituals not practiced by the Prophet (PBUH), distract from the sincerity of supplication.
• 😀 Despairing of Allah's mercy is a major sin; never think that your sins are beyond Allah's ability to forgive.
• 😀 True repentance involves both seeking forgiveness from Allah and ceasing sinful behavior.
• 😀 Focusing on the purity and condition of your heart is crucial—outward appearance or actions alone are not enough for acceptance.
• 😀 Allah loves qualities like hope, trust, love, and reliance—these should fill your heart when making Dua.

Q & A

What is the significance of making Dua with certainty in Islam?

In Islam, making Dua with certainty means having a firm belief that Allah will respond to your supplication. It emphasizes trust in Allah's mercy and power, ensuring that the heart is fully present, focused, and sincere when making the request.

Why does the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) say that Allah does not respond to a distracted heart?

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) teaches that Allah does not respond to a heart that is distracted or heedless because such a heart is not sincere or focused on the supplication. Allah desires a connection with a heart that is fully engaged in the act of worship.

What role do good deeds play in having Dua answered?

Good deeds are essential in making sure your heart is in a state where it deserves to be answered. By performing righteous actions, staying away from Haram, and fulfilling the conditions of Dua, we prepare ourselves for Allah’s response to our supplications.

What are the blessed times and places for making Dua?

The blessed times for making Dua include moments like the last third of the night, Fridays, and during Ramadan. Blessed places include the Masjid, Makkah, and Medina. These moments and locations are more likely to result in Allah’s response.

How does being in a state of sujud (prostration) relate to Dua being accepted?

Being in the state of sujud is considered one of the most beloved postures to Allah. It is a humble position that signifies submission, and making Dua during this time is highly encouraged as it increases the chances of the supplication being accepted.

What is the relationship between the presence of the heart and the effectiveness of Dua?

The effectiveness of Dua is directly related to the presence of the heart. If the heart is distracted or absent, the Dua becomes weak and less likely to be answered. A focused and sincere heart is essential for a powerful and accepted supplication.

What are some common mistakes people make when making Dua?

Common mistakes include making Dua without focusing on the words, being distracted by surroundings, or innovating practices not prescribed by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), such as wiping one’s body after making Dua in an unapproved manner.

Why is despairing of Allah's mercy considered a major sin?

Despairing of Allah's mercy is a major sin because it shows a lack of trust in Allah’s boundless forgiveness and mercy. It contradicts the fundamental belief that Allah can forgive all sins, regardless of their magnitude, if the person sincerely repents.

How does continuing to commit sins while asking for forgiveness affect the acceptance of Dua?

Continuing to commit sins while asking for forgiveness without genuine effort to stop is a form of ignorance. It shows a lack of sincerity and is a misunderstanding of Allah’s mercy. True repentance involves both asking for forgiveness and making a genuine effort to avoid sin.

What is the ultimate key to having our supplications answered?

The ultimate key to having our supplications answered is having a sincere and focused heart, performing good deeds, avoiding distractions, and maintaining a positive belief in Allah's mercy and power to answer our Dua.