لماذا سكت النبي ﷺ عن عمر ثلاث مرات؟ سر حديث الليل المذهل

Welcome to the realm of knowledge and faith, where we bridge distances and connect the past with the present, in one of the sessions of Imam Malik ibn Anas, explained and revived by the esteemed scholar, Sheikh Saeed bin Muhammad al-Kamali, may God preserve and protect him. This is lesson number 215 from the "Sessions on al-Muwatta" series, an exceptional gathering that combines the warmth of Prophetic traditions, the precision of jurisprudence, the eloquence of literature, and the depth of spiritual purification. It is not merely an explanation of a single hadith, but a comprehensive journey into understanding the Holy Quran, connecting it to the reasons for its revelation, examining the Prophet's ﷺ etiquette with his companions, and then gently transitioning to a treasure trove of pre-Islamic poetry, in a unique educational insight from Sheikh Saeed al-Kamali. We invite you to enjoy this high-definition (HD) audio lesson and reflect with us on the following points, which will fill the heart with certainty and the mind with understanding: 🕌 First: The Hadith of Umar ibn al-Khattab in Surah Al-Fath (from 1:02 to 21:40) Sheikh Al-Kamali begins this engaging segment with a hadith narrated by Umar ibn al-Khattab (may God be pleased with him), describing a deeply moving human moment. Umar recounts that he was walking with the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) one night on an errand, and the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) asked him a question three times, but each time the Messenger of God (peace and blessings be upon him) did not answer. Here, the Sheikh elaborates on the scene: • Why did Umar choose to let the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) remain silent? And how do other narrations explain that it was Umar who asked the question and received no answer? This involves reconciling the different hadith narrations and engaging with the texts of Al-Muwatta'. • The fear that gripped Umar's heart: not fear of punishment, but a particular fear that he might be the reason for a verse of the Quran to be revealed concerning him until the Day of Judgment. • The Blessed Prophetic Moment: How the Beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) hastened to reassure Umar, clarifying that his silence was not due to aversion, but rather because Gabriel (peace be upon him) was revealing to him a complete chapter, Surah Al-Fath (The Victory). • “Tonight, a chapter was revealed to me that is dearer to me than all that the sun has ever shone upon”: Sheikh Al-Kamali dwells at length on this beautiful prophetic description, explaining the glad tidings contained within the chapter, its promise of a clear victory and forgiveness of sins, and how it served to strengthen the heart of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) and the hearts of the Companions. 📖 Second: Methodological Notes on the Science of the Occasions of Revelation (from 21:42 to 25:39) The esteemed Sheikh then moves to a precious scholarly treasure: explaining the reason why Imam Malik included this hadith in his Muwatta: • Emphasizing that Imam Malik's methodology was not merely the collection of hadiths, but rather the establishment of a firm foundation of knowledge for the student. • The science of the reasons for revelation: its crucial importance in the correct understanding of the Holy Quran. Ignorance of the reasons for revelation can lead to erroneous interpretations and explanations far removed from God's intent. • The Sheikh provides practical examples, including the story of the noble companion Ibn Umm Maktum (may God be pleased with him), regarding whom Surah 'Abasa was revealed. He explains how to understand God's admonition to His Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) within its context, and how to approach such verses with proper etiquette. • A message to every student of knowledge: Do not read the Quran in isolation from the Sunnah of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) and the reasons for its revelation, for this is how the foundations of sound understanding are established. ⚔️ Third: The Hadith of the Kharijites – A Precise Description of the Danger of Counterfeit Piety (25:40 to 28:00) In this short but impactful segment, Sheikh Al-Kamali discusses a Prophetic hadith that is almost miraculous in its description of a dangerous group that has appeared throughout history and continues to this day: • The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) described a people who "recite the Quran, but it does not go beyond their throats," meaning that their recitation is merely a movement of the tongue and sounds, not settling in their hearts nor reflected in their character. • "One of you would consider his prayer insignificant compared to their prayer, and his fasting insignificant compared to their fasting." The Sheikh stands in awe of this image, wondering how they could reach the pinnacle of outward worship while their hearts are devoid of understanding and mercy. • Their departure ...