Lesson 19 - Hadeeths 17 And 18 - Excellence Of Action And Three Pieces Of Advice

Having taqwaa of Allaah (God-consciousness) in both public and private is obligatory (waajib) because it is a fundamental aspect of being a believer. Taqwaa entails being aware of Allah's presence at all times and striving to avoid anything that displeases Him. It involves following His commandments and abstaining from prohibited actions. This obligation applies in all aspects of life, whether in public or in private, as Allah is always watching and aware of our actions.

The correct answer is "Indeed Allaah has commanded with excellence in everything." This refers to our dealings with people, animals, and everything that we do. This statement acknowledges that Allah has commanded us to strive for excellence in all aspects of our lives, including our interactions with others and our treatment of animals. It emphasizes the importance of performing our actions with sincerity, kindness, and compassion.

Taqwaa refers to the concept of being mindful and conscious of Allah's commands and prohibitions. It involves actively obeying what Allah has ordered and refraining from what He has forbidden. By doing so, one seeks protection from the punishment of Allah and strives to maintain a righteous and pious lifestyle. Calling on the Prophet for help and hoping for Allah's mercy are not the primary components of taqwaa, although they may be part of a person's overall relationship with Allah.

The correct answer is "repentance". Repentance is the act of acknowledging and regretting one's wrongdoing and seeking forgiveness from God. It is considered a powerful and effective way to erase the effects of a bad deed. By sincerely repenting and making amends, one can seek forgiveness and strive to improve their actions, thus wiping away the negative consequences of the bad deed.

كَتَبَ has another meaning which is different to the one used in this hadeeth. It can also mean "he wrote".

The next four questions are only based on Hadeeth 17.

The opposite of "excellence" is "inadequacy". The clue provided, which is an anagram of "AQUA ICY END", can be rearranged to form the word "inadequacy". Inadequacy refers to the state of being insufficient, inadequate, or not meeting the desired standards or expectations.

The correct answer options are focused on minimizing harm and suffering when killing an animal. This includes causing the least amount of harm and alleviating suffering, sharpening the blade before killing to ensure a quick and humane death, being gentle when positioning the animal on its side, and not constraining the animal's limbs to minimize stress and discomfort. These actions reflect a consideration for the welfare of the animal even in the act of killing it.

The remaining questions are on Hadeeth 18 ("have taqwaa of Allaah wherever you are...)

Good manners can vary from person to person, as what one person considers good manners may not be the same for someone else. Additionally, the Prophet sall Allaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam did not restrict the mode and manner of interacting with people in a fine manner, allowing for flexibility in how one displays good manners. Seeking advice from knowledgeable individuals, such as the people of intellect, can help in understanding what constitutes good manners.