Habib Kadhim Al-Saqqaf delivered a deeply moving lecture on the pivotal role of love for the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) in the life of a believer. He began by emphasizing the immense blessings bestowed upon those who attend majlis gatherings filled with dhikr (remembrance of Allah) and salawat (praises upon the Prophet). Such gatherings, he explained, are gates to goodness, awakening hearts from distraction and heedlessness, and aligning them with divine mercy.
Habib Kadhim reminded attendees of the profound honor of being part of the Prophet’s (ﷺ) ummah. He highlighted that this privilege comes with a responsibility: to cultivate and maintain a heartfelt connection to the Prophet. This love, he said, is not merely an emotion but an essential pillar of faith, nurturing the soul and strengthening the heart.
The lecture also warned of the consequences of neglecting this sacred bond. Many Muslims, Habib Kadhim lamented, fail to truly appreciate the Prophet’s role in their lives and, as a result, grow distant from his example. Such negligence often leads to a weakening of the heart and a diminished spiritual state. Habib Kadhim cautioned that abandoning gatherings dedicated to the Prophet, such as majlis dhikr and salawat, deprives the heart of its nourishment, leaving it susceptible to distraction and heedlessness.
Central to his message was the idea that love for the Prophet (ﷺ) is a transformative force. It elevates the believer, drawing them closer to Allah’s Mercy and Blessings. Habib Kadhim urged Muslims to express their gratitude for being part of the Prophet’s (ﷺ) ummah by actively engaging in acts that increase love and reverence for him. He stressed that through such love, the ummah can find unity, purpose, and spiritual strength.
In closing, Habib Kadhim reminded attendees that attending these gatherings is not just an act of devotion but also a powerful means of receiving the Prophet’s blessings. The love cultivated in such gatherings fuels the believer’s journey toward Allah and fortifies their heart against the challenges of this life.
This lecture served as a profound reminder of the transformative power of love for the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and the importance of actively nurturing this love through gratitude, remembrance, and steadfast connection.
