1. Following the Holy Prophet(pbuh) and its reward in the light of the Holy Quraan.

Two kinds of rewards have been mentioned in the Holy Quraan regarding the matter of following the Holy Prophet(pbuh). (i) Hubbillaah obtaining Allahs love (ii) Maghfiratullah Forgiveness of Allah Allah Almighty says in the Holy Quraan: Please declare (O Beloved Prophet): If you love Allah, you should follow me. (only then) Allah will love you and forgive you your faults. And Allah is Most Forgiving, the Merciful. (Surah Al Imran, V 31) From this we learn that the Holy Prophets(pbuh) obedience should be one of inner love, not of mere show, fear or covetousness. This type of obedience is shown by hypocrites as well. It is for this reason that this discussion is commenced with love and terminated on love. Furthermore, we also learn that our worships and faith are both based on sincerity and show and the Holy Prophets beloved things, personality, is the cornerstone of this faith. Hence whatever degree of obedience one shows to the Holy Prophet(pbuh), the same will be the type of love achieved. The giver is one but the receivers are different. The power of electricity is the same bu the strength will depend on the wattage of the electric lamp in use.

Shan Nuzool (Reason for its revelation)

Once the Holy Prophet(pbuh) enquired from the idolators the reason for their idol worshipping they replied that they worship them to show their love for Allah Almighty. This verse was revealed in response to this reply. (Khazainul Irfaan). Or, the Yahud(Jews) of Madina would say that they need not follow Holy Prophet(pbuh) as they are the sons of Allah Almighty and His Beloved. This verse was revealed on this occasion, this view is correct because Surah Ale-Imraan was revealed in Madina. From this verse one learns that it is compulsory upon everyone to obey the Holy Prophet(pbuh). In Hadith it is mentioned that if Hazrat Moosa(pbuh) were to come to life he would follow the Holy Prophet(pbuh). In addition, we learn that neither should you come to him by assuming the equality of a brother, nor try to surpass him in the garb of a father, but learn to serve him like a slave. Furthermore, we learn that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) is the greatest Beloved of Allah Almighty and his obedient slave, too, enjoys being the beloved of Allah Almighty.

2. Following the Holy Prophet(pbuh) and its reward in the light of Hadith.
According to the Hadiths many rewards have been mentioned for following the Holy Prophet(pbuh), the biggest being obtaining his companionship in Paradise. The Holy Prophet(pbuh) has said : Whoever has revived one of my Sunnahs has indeed loved me and whoever has loved me no doubt shall be with me in Paradise. On behalf of Mufti Muhammad Izhaaq Qadri Razvi Khateeb of Jummah Masjid on the occasion of 1st Majlis Rabi ul Awwal Shareef.

3. Sunnane-Zawaid, habits of the Holy Prophet(pbuh) and his clothing.

The Holy Prophet(pbuh) used to perform 4 types of tasks. (i) Faraaiz (duties) (ii) Waajibaat (obligatories) (iii) Mustahabbaat (Recommended actions) (iv) Aadaat (habits) There are two types of Sunnat. (i) Sunnat Hudaa which is related to worship (Ibaadat) (ii) Sunnat Zawad which are related to the Holy Prophets habits (walking, eating, clothing etc) A persons following [of the Holy Prophet(pbup)] is divided into two categories: (i) Kaamil Complete, perfect (ii) Naaquis Partial, incomplete We should try to follow the Holy Prophet(pbuh) completely (that is Kaamil) in all the above 4 tasks. We should in our way of dress follow the Holy Prophet(pbuh). We should likewise dress ourselves in the way the Holy Prophet(pbuh) used to dress so that we might be rewarded for this.

4. Jubba Mubarak. (The blessed tunic)

The Holy Prophet(pbuh) has on different occasions worn different tunics. One of them was of Byzantine origin. Hazrat Mughirah bin Shoba reports that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) had worn a byzantine tunic that had tight sleeves.

5. Jubba Mubarak. (The blessed tunic)

Hazrat Asma bint Abi Bakr(R.A) took out one tunic and said that it belonged to the Holy Prophet(pbuh). This used to be in the possession of Hazrat Ayesha Siddiqua(R.A). When she died, I took this tunic. The Holy Prophet(pbuh) used to wear this tunic. Now we wash it and have sick people drink the water thereof so that they can be cured. [Sahih Muslim Vol 3, 1641] Dear Readers, we should therefore wear Jubba with intention of Sunnat.

6.Kurta Mubarak (The blessed Shirt)

The Holy Prophet(pbuh) had a white shirt and also ordered people to wear such clothing. Hazrat Samura bin Jundub(R.A) reports that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) said that : Wear white clothes because this is cleaner. [Sunan Tirmizi: Vol 5 p117]

Dear Readers, we should therefore wear Kurta with intention of Sunnat. (note that Kurta is a long shirt reaching near the knees).

7.Kurta Mubarak (The blessed Shirt)

Hazrat Oumme Salma(R.A) reports that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) used to like most the Kurta among clothes. [Sunan Tirmizi vol 4 page 43] Hazrat Abdullah Ibn Abbas(R.A) reports that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) used to wear Kurta which is above the ankles and whose sleeves almost covered the fingers. [Mujam Ibn Arabi Vol 1 page 119]

8. Blessed Cap
The Holy Prophet(pbuh) used to wear cap. In Hadith books, three types of caps are mentioned. Hazrat Abdullah Ibn Abbas(R.A) reports that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) had 3 caps: (i) one egyptian white cap (ii) one made from Yemeni mantle cloth (iii) one that covered the ears which the Holy Prophet(pbuh) mostly used when travelling. [Subulul Huda wal Irshaad Vol 7 p 284] We Muslims should always wear a cap and never be bareheaded.

9. Amama Shareef (The blessed Turban)

Muhaqiq alal Itlaaq Muhaddith Shah Abdul Haq Dehlavi(R.A) says that the Holy Prophet(pbuh)s turban was not excessively big nor too heavy that it would be a burden on his head nor was it so small that it would be tight to wear but rather it was of medium size. [Madarijun Nubuwwa Vol 1 p 787] Hazrat Amar bin Huraith(R.A) reports from his father that it was as if he was seeing the Holy Prophet(pbuh) on the pulpit (Mimbar) and that he has put on a black turban and both of its bands (Shamla) were falling on his blessed shoulders. [Sahih Muslim Vol 2 page 990]. Dear Readers, we should therefore wear a turban to follow the Sunnah of our beloved Prophet(pbuh).

10. Amama Shareef (The blessed Turban)

Hazrat Abu Hurayra(R.A) reports that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) came out and he was wearing a yellow shirt, turban and mantle(Chadar). [As Siratul Halbiya Vol 3 page 482] Hazrat Jaabir bin Abdullah(R.A) reports that the Holy Prophet(pbuh) entered Makkah Mukarramah, on his head was a black turban. (on occasion of conquest of Makkah). [Sunan Ibn Majah Vol 2 page 942] We should therefore wear Amama as well so that we may practice Sunnah of Holy Prophet(pbuh).