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Reflection whenever Iblees emboldens the Bid’ee (Haqiqatjou)

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Bid'ah (Innovation), Contemporary Issues, Deviated Callers & Individuals, Featured, Methodology - 'Manhaj', Refutations, Uncategorized.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Reflection whenever Iblees emboldens the Bid’ee Haqiqatjou to utter falsehood against Ahlus Sunnah or mocks them, or praises misguidance and its proponents among the Rafidah and others

Allah, The Most High, says:

لَا تَحْسَبَنَّ ٱلَّذِينَ يَفْرَحُونَ بِمَآ أَتَوا۟ وَّيُحِبُّونَ أَن يُحْمَدُوا۟ بِمَا لَمْ يَفْعَلُوا۟ فَلَا تَحْسَبَنَّهُم بِمَفَازَةٍ مِّنَ ٱلْعَذَابِ وَلَهُمْ عَذَابٌ أَلِيمٌ

Think not that those who rejoice in what they have done (or brought about), and love to be praised for what they have not done,- think not you that they are rescued from the torment, and for them is a painful torment. [Al-Imran. 188]

Imaam Ibn Al-Qayyim, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: They rejoice in what they have brought about of bidah and misguidance, and love to be praised for following the Sunnah and sincerity. [i.e. they want to be praised for what they do not deserve about adherence to the sunnah] [1]

The Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said, “Verily, Allah blocks the repentance of every adherent to bidah until he abandons his bidah”. [2]

Imam Al-Albani, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: “This does not constitute a Shariah ruling (i.e. does not mean that the Shariah prevents the person from repentance as a rule), but the meaning of the hadith is that an individual following the path of Bidah and it is made fair-seeming to him that it is good, this one does not repent from it. This is the barrier that hinders and prevents the adherent of Bidah from seeking repentance. (i.e. to abandon the Bidah) In this subject matter here, the scholars said that Bidah in the religion is more perilous than sin, as I explained to you”. [3]

The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, “Whoever starts a good thing [i.e. something other than bidah and sin] and is followed by others, he will have his own reward and a reward equal to that of those who follow him, without it detracting from their reward in any way. Whoever starts a bad thing [i.e. a bidah, sin or something that opposes Islaam] and is followed by others, will bear the burden of his own sin and a burden equal to that of those who follow him, without it detracting from their burden in any way”. [4]

Imam As-Sadi, may Allah have mercy upon him, said, “This subject matter makes clear to you the lofty station of calling to the path of Allah, guidance to His path through every means and path that leads to it; and the lowly status of the caller to evil and a leader in it, and that he is the most degraded human being”. [5]

The Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him,  said:

إن الله يبغض البليغ من الرجال الذي يتخلل بلسانه تخلل الباقرة بلسانها

Indeed, Allah hates the eloquent one among men who moves his tongue round [within his teeth], as cattle do. [5.1]

Al-Allaamah Abdul Muhsin Al-Abbad, may Allaah preserve him, said: The person intended in this hadith is the one who speaks eloquently, while using obscure or ambiguous language, immerses himself in speech and burdens himself. He burdens himself in speech and utters something blameworthy. However, if this (eloquence) is not done by way of burdening oneself in speech, such as the one whom Allah has granted eloquence and he utilises it in his speech to clarify the truth, then this is not blameworthy. Allah hates the person who speaks eloquently and utters that which is blameworthy due to deliberately utilising obscure, ambiguous and burdensome speech. This person is likened to a cow that moves its tongue round when eating. It is said that a cow is not like other animals because other animals use their teeth but a cow uses its tongue. This hadith forbids the likes of this action [i.e. eloquent, burdensome speech] and the one who does so is hated by Allah. [5.2]

Imam Ibn Asakir, may Allah have mercy upon him, said:

“know, my brother – may Allah ordain for us to be from those who fear Him based on perfect knowledge regarding His perfect Greatness and Sovereignty, and fear Him as He should be feared – that the flesh of the scholars – may Allah the Exalted have mercy on them – is poison, and Allah’s usual way of tearing open the screens of their detractors is well known because speaking ill of them for what they are innocent of is a great matter, and treating their honour with falsehood and slander is a dangerous breeding ground, and it is a reprehensible behaviour to fabricate things about those among them whom Allah choose to revive knowledge”. [6]

Al-Allamah Muqbil Bin Hadi Al-Wadi’i, may Allah have mercy upon him, said, “Among the hallmarks of the proponents of illegal partisanship is that they mock the (upright) scholars and refuse to sit in the gatherings of the scholars. This is what brings joy to the enemies of Islam, rather it is what brings joy to the devils, and Allah’s Aid is sought”. [7]

The Shaikh also said: Those who speak ill of the scholars, their call will cease and the call of the scholars will remain. Look – may Allah protect you – at the figureheads of the Mu’tazila, and they were extremely intelligent. When they spoke of ill Ahlus Sunnah, the call of the Mu’tazila ceased, the mention of Abu Al-Hudhayl ​​ceased, the mention of Ibrahim Al-Nadhaam ceased, the mention of Wasil Bin Ataa ceased, the mention of Ibrahim Bin Ashras ceased, the mention of Amr Bin Ubaid ceased, while the honourable mention of the scholars remained, Saeed Bin Al-Musayyab, Humayd Bin Abdur Rahman Bin Awf, Abu Salamah, and after them Abdullah Bin Al-Mubarak and Imam Malik. Their honourable mention remains until our time. We ask Allah to bestow mercy on Al-Bukhari and Muslim, on Sa’eed Bin Al-Musayyab, Ibn Al-Mubarak, Abu Salamah Bin Abdur-Rahman Bin Awf, Humayd Bin Abdur Rahman Bin Awf, and those similar to them among the Imams of guidance, such as Imam Ahmad, Abu Hatim, and Abu Zur’ah. We ask Allah to have mercy on them, whereas those others passed away and their books died. In this time, these people who attack the (upright) possessors of Shariah knowledge will die and their call will die, but the upright possessors of Shariah knowledge have died while their honourable mention is alive. The honourable mention of the people of knowledge remains and we ask Allah to have mercy on them, and we benefit from their knowledge, all praise be to Allah, and Allah will grant them an honourable mention in later generations. [8]

Imam Abdul Azeez Bin Baaz, may Allah have mercy upon him, was asked: Some individuals consistently violate the honour (of others), particularly (the honour of) scholars, and they are keen to distance themselves from them and refuse to acknowledge or listen to them. Could this behaviour be considered a violation of Allah’s Shariah because when a person hates a scholar and does not learn, they die ignorant or turn away (from guidance). Allah says: [فَاسْأَلُوا أَهْلَ الذِّكْرِ إِنْ كُنْتُمْ لَا تَعْلَمُونَ – So, ask the people of knowledge if you do not know]. May Allah reward you; what is your advice?

Response: This has detailed clarification. The one who abuses the scholars of the Sunnah and cautions others against them is inclined towards being a hypocrite, possessor of a wicked heart and creed. It is imperative to be cautious of such an individual, to restrain them, and to notify people about him until he is halted and appropriately punished. This is because warning against people of knowledge and making others flee from them, thus they are not benefited from and Allah’s Shariah is not acquired from them, this can only stem from hypocrisy, disbelief in Allah, obstinacy towards the truth, and hatred towards Islam. As for the warning against evil scholars and the scholars of Bidah so that a student is not deceived by them, this person is to be thanked for his deed and striving after he acquired insight and certainty (regarding the affair)- based on clarity regarding what he says and the one warned against is well-known for bidah and corruption…[9]

Al-Allaamah Muqbil Bin Haadi Al-Waadi’ee (may Allah have mercy upon him) was asked: “What is the verdict of Shariah regarding one who mocks the scholars of the Sunnah, such as Ibn Baz, Ibn Uthaymeen, Shaikh Al-Albani, and others, claiming that they are callers to Fitna?”

Response: This is a plot of the enemies of Islam to separate the scholars from the common people. This plot has been embraced by the Sufis, the Shiites, and the advocates of illegal partisanship who harbour bias against scholars, along with the Sururis, who defame the scholars and accusing them that their call is that of Fitna. Therefore, it is said to them: O Miskeen! What have you done for Islam?! Where are your books? Where is your pursuit of knowledge? Where is your call to Islam? Perhaps you are in an evil state, the beard shaved as we have seen the Sufis in Hadhramaut. The beard is shaved, the creed is ruined, and you are upon extreme ignorance. However, what is important to know is that they are callers to ignorance and misguidance.

Allah said in His Noble Book:

يَرْفَعِ اللَّهُ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا مِنكُمْ وَالَّذِينَ أُوتُوا الْعِلْمَ دَرَجَاتٍ‏

Allah will exalt in degree those of you who believe, and those who have been granted knowledge. And Allah is Well-Acquainted with what you do. [Al-Mujaadilah. 11]

Allah mentioned them (I.e. the upright scholars) specifically after mentioning the believers in general, saying:

إِنَّمَا يَخْشَى اللَّهَ مِنْ عِبَادِهِ الْعُلَمَاءُ

It is only those who have knowledge among His slaves that fear Allah. (Surah Fatir. Ayah 28)

Allah also said:

هَلْ يَسْتَوِي الَّذِينَ يَعْلَمُونَ وَالَّذِينَ لَا يَعْلَمُونَ إِنَّمَا يَتَذَكَّرُ أُولُو الْأَلْبَابِ

Say: “Are those who know equal to those who know not?” It is only men of understanding who will remember (i.e. get a lesson from Allah’s Signs and Verses). (Surah Az-Zumar. Ayah 9)

This is proof that those who speak ill of the scholars do not possess sound intellect. [10]

Ibn Asakir, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: Al-Abdariy was the Shaikh with the most memorisation I have ever met and he was a jurist. It was reported that he entered Damascus during the lifetime of Abul-Qasim Bin Abee Al-Ala, and I heard him when Imam Malik was mentioned, he said “He is coarse and rough!” He stated when he came across a statement of Abu Ubaid, “He was nothing but an absent-minded donkey who did not know jurisprudence!” I was told about him that he said about Ibrahim Al-Nakha’ee: “He is one-eyed, evil!” So we gathered one day with Ibn As-Samarqandi to read the book Al-Kamil, and it was stated in it “As-Sadi said such and such” , so he said, “Ibn Adi is lying, rather this is a statement of Ibrahim Al-Jawzajani”. So, I said to him, “He is Al-Sadi. How much bad manners can we tolerate from you when you say such-and-such about Ibrahim, and say about Malik “Coarse” and speak about Abu Ubaid?!” He became angry and trembling, and said, “Ibn Al-Khatibah, Al-Bardani and others were afraid of me, so the matter came to you and you say this about me?!” So, Ibn As-Samarqandi said to him: “This is for that (behaviour of yours)”. I (Ibn Asaakir) said to him, “We’ll only honour you as long as you honour the Imams”. [11]

Imam Al-Awzaa’ee, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: “O Muslims! Fear Allah, accept the advice of the sincere advisers and the admonition of the admonishers. know that this knowledge is religion, so beware of what you do, from whom you take your religion, the one you follow, and the one with whom your religion is safe because indeed all the proponents of religious innovation are falsifiers, liars, and sinners. They are not cautious – neither do they pay attention nor do they fear, and together with that they are not to be trusted that they would not distort what you hear. They say what they do not know with regards to what they disapprove of and when proclaiming their lies; but Allah (knows, hears, and sees) what they do. Therefore, be cautious of them, trust them not, reject them, and avoid them because this is what your earlier scholars did and commanded, and likewise the righteous ones who came thereafter. Be careful of opposing Allah and being the means to destroying the religion He has ordained – breaking its commands and prohibitions, nullifying and weakening it by respecting the innovators in religious affairs and those who initiate that which is not from the religion because you know what has been transmitted (i.e. the prohibitions) about respecting or exalting them. What can be greater respect and exaltation than acquiring your religion from them- following and believing them, drawing close to them, and assisting them in enticing the ones they entice and wooing to their views and the religion (i.e. religious innovations) they follow? This is sufficient to be regarded as associates of theirs in what they do”. [12]

Imam Abu Haatim Ar-Raazee, may Allah have mercy upon him] said, “A (clear) sign of Ahlul Bidah (the proponents of innovation in religious matters) is that they speak ill of Ahlul Athar (those who adhere to the authentic narrations of Prophet and his companions in creed, manners, and methodology)”. [13]

Malik Bin Deenaar, may Allah have mercy upon him, said, “It is enough evil for a man that he is not righteous yet he speaks ill of the righteous”. [14]

Imaam Ahmad Ibn Hanbal, may Allah have mercy upon him, said:

All praise is due to Allah, who in every age and interval between the Prophets, raises up a group from the people of knowledge, who call the misguided to guidance, patiently bear ill-treatment and harm. With the Book of Allaah they give life to the dead and with the Light of Allaah they give sight to the blind. How many a person killed by Iblees (the Devil) they have revived, how beautiful their effect has been upon the people, and how vile the people have been towards them! They remove from Allaah’s Book the alterations of those going beyond bounds, the false claims of the liars and the false interpretations of the ignoramus- those who uphold the banner of innovation and let loose the trials and discords, who oppose the Book and agree upon opposing the Book. They speak about Allaah and his Book without knowledge, argue about what is ambiguous in the Book and deceive the ignorant ones with such ambiguities. We seek refuge in Allaah from the trials of the misguided ones. [15]

We say to Haqiqatjou and his ilk when they belittle Imam Muhammad Ibn Abdil Wahhab or any scholar of Ahlus Sunnah:

يُخاطِبُني السَفيهُ بِكُلِّ قُبحٍ
فَأَكرَهُ أَن أَكونَ لَهُ مُجيبا
يَزيدُ سَفاهَةً فَأَزيدُ حِلماً
كَعودٍ زادَهُ الإِحراقُ طيبا

The fool addresses me with every repugnant (expression etc), but I hate to be a respondent, so he increases in foolishness and I increase in forbearance, just as Oud increases in good smell when burnt.

[1] Madaarij as-Saalikeen 1/84

[2] Silsilah As-Saheehah 1620

[3]https://www.alathar.net/home/esound/index.php?op=codevi&coid=156231

[4] Reported by al-Tirmidhi, no. 2675]

[5] An Excerpt from Tafseer As-Sadi. Daar Ibn Hazm. 1st Edition 1424AH (2003). Tafseer Surah Yasin. Ayah 12

[5.1] Sahih Abi Dawud 5005

[5.2] Explanation of Sunan Abu Dawud. Audio number 569.

[6] Tabyeen Ka’dhib Al-Muftari. pages 27-29

[7] Gharah Al-Ash’ritah 1/355

[8] A paraphrased excerpt from this link: https://youtu.be/0aC2EK69G5E?si=7cxsexkUgXk2v3Xn

[9]https://binbaz.org.sa/fatwas/20908/%D8%AD%D9%83%D9%85-%D9%85%D9%86-%D9%8A%D9%82%D8%B9-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%B6-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B3%D9%84%D9%85%D9%8A%D9%86-%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%A1#:~:text=%D9%81%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B0%D9%8A%20%D9%8A%D8%AA%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%B6%20%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%A1%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B3%D9%86%D8%A9%20%D9%88%D9%8A%D9%8F%D8%AD%D8%B0%D9%90%D9%91%D8%B1,%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%86%D9%81%D8%A7%D9%82%20%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%83%D9%81%D8%B1%20%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%84%D9%87%D8%8C%20%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%86%D8%A7%D8%AF%20%D9%84%D9%84%D8%AD%D9%82%D8%8C

[10] من شريط : ( أسئلة شباب القاهرة بعدن ) – From the audio tape: (Questions of the youth of Cairo in Aden)

[11] Taareekh Dimashq 53/60

[12] Taareekh Dimashq 6/361

[13] Aqeedah As-Salaf 105

[14] Shu’ab Al-Iman 9/121]

[15] Ar-Radd Alal Jahmiyyah Waz-Zanaadiqah. p. 2

Response to a beloved brother who mentioned his grief to us

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Featured, Mental Health, Methodology - 'Manhaj', Morals and Manners - 'Akhlaaq', Pearls of Wisdom, Purification of The Soul, Worship - 'Ibaadah'.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

الٓمٓ (١) أَحَسِبَ ٱلنَّاسُ أَن يُتۡرَكُوٓاْ أَن يَقُولُوٓاْ ءَامَنَّا وَهُمۡ لَا يُفۡتَنُونَ (٢)وَلَقَدۡ فَتَنَّا ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبۡلِهِمۡ‌ۖ فَلَيَعۡلَمَنَّ ٱللَّهُ ٱلَّذِينَ صَدَقُواْ وَلَيَعۡلَمَنَّ ٱلۡكَـٰذِبِينَ (٣) أَمۡ حَسِبَ ٱلَّذِينَ يَعۡمَلُونَ ٱلسَّيِّـَٔاتِ أَن يَسۡبِقُونَا‌ۚ سَآءَ مَا يَحۡكُمُونَ (٤) مَن كَانَ يَرۡجُواْ لِقَآءَ ٱللَّهِ فَإِنَّ أَجَلَ ٱللَّهِ لَأَتٍ۬‌ۚ وَهُوَ ٱلسَّمِيعُ ٱلۡعَلِيمُ (٥) وَمَن جَـٰهَدَ فَإِنَّمَا يُجَـٰهِدُ لِنَفۡسِهِۦۤ‌ۚ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ لَغَنِىٌّ عَنِ ٱلۡعَـٰلَمِينَ (٦) وَٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّـٰلِحَـٰتِ لَنُكَفِّرَنَّ عَنۡهُمۡ سَيِّـَٔاتِهِمۡ وَلَنَجۡزِيَنَّهُمۡ أَحۡسَنَ ٱلَّذِى كَانُواْ يَعۡمَلُونَ (٧) وَوَصَّيۡنَا ٱلۡإِنسَـٰنَ بِوَٲلِدَيۡهِ حُسۡنً۬ا‌ۖ وَإِن جَـٰهَدَاكَ لِتُشۡرِكَ بِى مَا لَيۡسَ لَكَ بِهِۦ عِلۡمٌ۬ فَلَا تُطِعۡهُمَآ‌ۚ إِلَىَّ مَرۡجِعُكُمۡ فَأُنَبِّئُكُم بِمَا كُنتُمۡ تَعۡمَلُونَ (٨) وَٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّـٰلِحَـٰتِ لَنُدۡخِلَنَّهُمۡ فِى ٱلصَّـٰلِحِينَ (٩) وَمِنَ ٱلنَّاسِ مَن يَقُولُ ءَامَنَّا بِٱللَّهِ فَإِذَآ أُوذِىَ فِى ٱللَّهِ جَعَلَ فِتۡنَةَ ٱلنَّاسِ كَعَذَابِ ٱللَّهِ وَلَٮِٕن جَآءَ نَصۡرٌ۬ مِّن رَّبِّكَ لَيَقُولُنَّ إِنَّا ڪُنَّا مَعَكُمۡ‌ۚ أَوَلَيۡسَ ٱللَّهُ بِأَعۡلَمَ بِمَا فِى صُدُورِ ٱلۡعَـٰلَمِينَ (١٠) وَلَيَعۡلَمَنَّ ٱللَّهُ ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَلَيَعۡلَمَنَّ ٱلۡمُنَـٰفِقِينَ (١١)

Alif-Lam-Mim. Do people think that they will be left alone because they say: “We believe,” and will not be tested. And We indeed tested those who were before them. And Allah will certainly make (it) known (the truth of) those who are true, and will certainly make (it) known (the falsehood of) those who are liars; Or those who do evil deeds think that they can outstrip Us (i.e. escape Our Punishment)? Evil is that which they judge! Whoever hopes for the Meeting with Allah, then Allah’s Term is surely coming. and He is the All-Hearer, the All-Knower. And whosoever strives, he strives only for himself. Verily, Allah is free of all wants from the ‘Alamin (mankind, jinns, and all that exists). Those who believe [in the Oneness of Allah (Monotheism) and in Messenger Muhammad, and do not apostate because of the harm they receive from the polytheists], and do righteous good deeds, surely, We shall remit from them their evil deeds and shall reward them according to the best of that which they used to do. And We have enjoined on man to be good and dutiful to his parents, but if they strive to make you join with Me (in worship) anything (as a partner) of which you have no knowledge, then obey them not. Unto Me is your return, and I shall tell you what you used to do. And for those who believe (in the Oneness of Allah and other items of Faith) and do righteous good deeds, surely, We shall make them enter in (the entrance of) the righteous (i.e. in Paradise). Of mankind are some who say: “We believe in Allah,” but if they are made to suffer for the sake of Allah, they consider the trial of mankind as Allah’s punishment, and if victory comes from your Lord, (the hypocrites) will say: “Verily! We were with you (helping you).” Is not Allah Best Aware of what is in the breast of the ‘Alamin (mankind and jinns). Verily, Allah knows those who believe, and verily, He knows the hypocrites. [Surah Al-Ankaboot’ Aayaat 1-11]

Our beloved Salafi brother, close friend and confidant said to us today: “May Allah bless you all. Not by way of compliant  – as I leave my affair to Allah, but by way of information. I’m finding it a bit more difficult today- Qadar Allah. May Allah make it an expiation for me, grant me patience, strength and determination needed during Fitna”. [end of quote] [Footnote a]

We remind ourselves and him, first and foremost that the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said: “If one of you is afflicted with a calamity, then let him reflect upon his calamity through me (i.e. my death), for indeed it is the greatest of calamities”. [1]

Imam Al-Qurtubi, may Allah have mercy upon him, reported in his Tafsir that Imam Ibn Abdil Barr, may Allah have mercy upon him, said:

“Indeed, he (the Messenger) spoke the truth because the calamity that results from his death is greater than every calamity that will afflict a Muslim after him until the day of judgement. The revelation stopped and Prophethood ceased (forever)”. [2] There is nothing more severe upon the Muslims than the death of Allah’s Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, because indeed he was the most trustworthy and perfect guide for the Ummah. [3]

Reflect Upon The Harm Received By The Messengers

Al-Allamah Abdur Rahman Bin Yahyah Al-Mu’allimee, may Allah have mercy upon him, said:

Allah tested Prophet Ayyoub, peace be upon him, and Prophet Yaqub, peace be upon him, during the time he lost his two sons, (Yusuf and Binyamin), peace be upon them, along with the profound sorrow that afflicted his heart. Allah says:

وَتَوَلَّىٰ عَنۡہُمۡ وَقَالَ يَـٰٓأَسَفَىٰ عَلَىٰ يُوسُفَ وَٱبۡيَضَّتۡ عَيۡنَاهُ مِنَ ٱلۡحُزۡنِ فَهُوَ كَظِيمٌ۬

And he turned away from them and said: “Alas, my grief for Yusuf (Joseph)!” And he lost his sight because of the sorrow that he was suppressing]. [Yusuf. 84]

Allah tested Muhammad, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, during the initial years of his prophethood, commanding him to call his people to renounce the Shirk and the erroneous beliefs inherited from their ancestors. He communicated this message both privately and publicly, tirelessly day and night. He engaged with them in their social settings, assemblies, and communities, persistently advocating for nearly 13 years, despite enduring significant persecution, a stark contrast to the 40 years of his life before this period during which he faced no harm.

He hailed from a distinguished and esteemed tribe, belonging to a household that was both noble and revered. He grew up with refined manners, earning him the admiration and respect of the people, however, he remained remarkably humble despite his elevated status. The individual possessing these attributes endured significant suffering and encountered profound difficulties. This suffering was exacerbated by ridicule; this one spat in his face, another tried to place his feet on his neck while he was in prostration to his Lord, and yet another placed camel intestines on his back when he prostrated to his Lord. Another seized the collar of his garment in an attempt to strangle him. His uncle, Abu Lahab, relentlessly pursued him, cautioning others by declaring, “He is a liar” and “He is insane.”

The ignorant were stirred up against him, and they hurled stones at him until blood streamed from his feet. Others chose to ostracize him and his close relatives for an extended period, hoping they would perish from starvation. Some individuals subjected his followers to various forms of torment, including forcing them to lie on the scorching sand during the peak heat of the day without access to water. One follower was burned with fire, and the only thing that could extinguish the flames was the fat from his back. A woman among them faced severe torture, but when it became evident that she would not abandon her faith in Islam, she was stabbed in her private area and ultimately killed.

The suffering they endured stemmed solely from the Messenger’s efforts to lead them away from the darkness of Shirk and into the light of Islam. He intended to remove them from corruption and guide them towards righteous behaviour, to steer them away from the wrath of Allah and direct them towards the means of achieving His Pleasure. He sought to divert them from the path of eternal punishment and guide them towards everlasting happiness. Despite the clarity of these truths, they remained oblivious, fixated instead on the fact that he was urging them toward something contrary to their desires.

Furthermore, Allah tested the Prophet peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, through the loss of his parents during his early childhood, followed by the passing of his grandfather, the demise of his uncle who provided him with protection, and the death of his wife who offered him solace. The calamities continued unabated, despite his status as the leader of the children of Adam and his position as the most beloved individual to Allah.

Contemplate these matters to understand, through genuine knowledge, that the competitive strife in which we participate, driven by our desire to attain the pleasures of this world, pales in comparison to the pursuit of Allah’s Pleasure and the everlasting joy of paradise. In contrast, the suffering and challenges of worldly existence that we seek to avoid are insignificant when weighed against Allah’s discontent, His wrath, and the eternal torment of hellfire. Anas Bin Malik, may Allah be pleased with him, reported that Allah’s Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said, “A person amongst the inhabitants of Hell – who lived the most enjoyable life amongst the people of the world – would be dipped in fire only once on the Day of Resurrection and then it would be said to him, ‘O son of Adam! Did you find any comfort, did you happen to get any material blessing?’ He would say, ‘By Allah! No, my Lord’. Then a person amongst the people of the world would be brought – who lived the most miserable life (in the world) – from amongst the inhabitants of Paradise and he would be dipped once in Paradise, and it would be said to him, ‘O son of Adam! Did you face any hardship? Or had any distress fallen to your lot?’ He would say, ‘By Allah! No, O my Lord, never did I face any hardship or experience any distress’”. [Sahih Muslim. 2807] [4]

Shuraih Al-Qaadhiy, may Allah have mercy upon him, said:

Indeed, when afflicted by a calamity, I praise Allah four times: I praise Allah for not making the calamity greater than what it is. I praise Allah for granting me patience. I praise Allah for the reward I hope for in that calamity and I praise Allah for not placing that calamity in the affairs of my religion. [5]

We ask Allah:

اللَّهُمَّ بِعِلْمِكَ الْغَيْبَ وَقُدْرَتِكَ عَلَى الْخَلْقِ أَحْيِنِي مَا عَلِمْتَ الْحَيَاةَ خَيْراً لِي وَتَوَفَّنِي إِذَا عَلِمْتَ الْوَفَاةَ خَيْراً لِي، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَشْيَتَكَ فِي الْغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ كَلِمَةَ الْحَقِّ فِي الرِّضَا وَالْغَضَبِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ الْقَصْدَ فِي الْغِنَى وَالْفَقْرِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ نَعِيماً لَا يَنْفَذُ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قُرَّةَ عَيْنٍ لَا تَنْقَطِعُ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ الرِّضِا بَعْدَ الْقَضَاءِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ بَرْدَ الْعَيْشِ بَعْدَ الْمَوْتِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ لَذَّةَ النَّظَرِ إِلَى وَجْهِكَ وَالشَّوْقَ إِلَى لِقَائِكَ فِي غَيْرِ ضَرَّاءَ مُضِرَّةٍ وَلَا فِتْنَةٍ مُضِلَّةٍ، اللَّهُمَّ زَيِّنَّا بِزِينَةِ الْإِيمَانِ
وَاجْعَلْنَا هُدَاةً مُهْتَدِينَ

O Allah! By Your Knowledge of the unseen and by Your Power over creation, let me live if life is good for me, and let me die if death is good for me; O Allah! I ask You to grant me (the blessing of having) fear of You in private and public, and I ask You (to make me utter) a statement of truth in times of contentment and anger, and I ask You for moderation when in a state of wealth and poverty, and I ask you for blessings that never ceases, and I ask You for the coolness of my eye that never ends, and I ask You (to make me pleased) after (Your) decree; and I ask You for a life of (ease, comfort, tranquillity, etc) after death; I ask You for the delight of looking at Your Face (i.e. in the Hereafter) and yearning to meet You without any harm and misleading trials (coming upon me). O Allah! Adorn us with the adornment of Iman, and make us (from those who are) guided and guiding (others). [6]

اللَّهُمَّ أَصْلِحْ لِي دِينِي الَّذِي هُوَ عِصْمَةُ أَمْرِي

وَأَصْلِحْ لِي دُنْيَايَ الَّتِي فِيهَا مَعَاشِي

وَأَصْلِحْ لِي آخِرَتِي الَّتِي فِيهَا مَعَادِي

وَاجْعَلِ الْحَيَاةَ زِيَادَةً لِي فِي كُلِّ خَيْرٍ

وَاجْعَلِ الْمَوْتَ رَاحَةً لِي مِنْ كُلِّ شَرٍّ

O Allah! Rectify my religion for me, which is the safeguard of my affairs; rectify my worldly [affairs], wherein is my livelihood; and rectify my Afterlife to which is my return; and make life for me [as a means of] increase in every good and make death for me as a rest from every evil. [Saheeh Muslim Number: 2720] [7]

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْبُخْلِ وَالْجُبْنِ ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ، وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ

O Allaah! I seek refuge with You against distress and grief, helplessness and laziness, miserliness and cowardice, being heavily in debt and being overcome by men. [Saheeh Al-Bukhaari. Number 2893] [8]

Footnote a: https://salafidawahmanchester.com/2024/09/30/souls-cannot-be-purified-until-they-are-put-to-the-test-by-imam-ibn-al-qayyim-qayyim/

Also read: It may be that you dislike a thing which is good for you

It may be that you dislike a thing which is good for you- [A number of insightful guidelines in this Ayah]

[1] Sahih Al-Jaami As-Sagheer. Number 347

[2] Al-Jami Li-Ahkam Al-Qur’an. Tafsir Surah Al-Baqarah Aayaat 155-157

[3] Shuruh Sunan Ibn Maajah pages 633- 634

[4]An Excerpt from “Aathaar Ash-Shaikh Al-Allamah Abdur Rahman Bin Yahyah Al-Mu’allimee”. 11/311-313

[5] Shu’ab Al-Eemaan 9507

[6] https://salafidawahmanchester.com/2021/01/01/o-allaah-let-me-live-if-life-is-good-for-me-and-let-me-die-if-death-is-good-for-me/

[7] https://salafidawahmanchester.com/2019/03/12/shuraih-al-qaadhiys-thankfulness-when-afflicted-with-a-calamity/

[8] https://salafidawahmanchester.com/2020/03/24/grief-distress-helplessness-laziness-miserliness-cowardice-being-heavily-in-debt-and-being-overcome-by-men-the-prophet-used-to-seek-allaahs-refuge-from-these-eight-affairs/

Interactions Comparable to Nourishment, Medication, Ailments, and Ingesting Poison

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In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Imam Ibn Al-Qayyim, may Allah have mercy upon him, said:

The first group is those whose companionship is akin to nourishment, essential for both morning and evening. One leaves it once their needs are fulfilled, and returns to it when in need. These people are those who know Allah, His commandments, the plots employed by His enemies, the diseases of the hearts, and the remedies to heal them. They are sincere to Allah, His Messenger, and His creation, and their company brings forth comprehensive benefits.

The second group is those whose companionship can be compared to vital medication needed during periods of illness. Thus, you do not need to intermingle with them as long as you are healthy. These are people one cannot do without when it comes to beneficial aspects of life, such as sustaining a livelihood, fulfilling various dealings, engaging in partnerships, seeking consultation, receiving medical aid, and so forth.

The third group is those whose companionship resembles various diseases, each with its level of severity and mildness. Within this group, there is one whose companionship is akin to a chronic illness. This particular person does not bring any benefit to your religious or worldly matters, and in fact, associating with them may result in a loss in either or both aspects of your life. Therefore, if you engage with this person, it would be like a disease that could ultimately lead to your demise. Among them, there is one whose companionship is comparable to a toothache whose pain intensifies, but abates once the toothache disappears.

The fourth group is those whose companionship is utterly destructive, and associating with them is akin to consuming poison. Common indeed is this among the people! May Allah not increase their numbers, and they are the advocates of misguidance and innovation in religious matters. They obstruct others from following the path of the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, and instead call to that which is in opposition to it. They divert people from the path of Allah and strive to distort it, presenting innovation in religious matters as if they were part of the Sunnah, and misrepresenting virtues as vices and vices as virtues. Whenever you establish pure Islamic monotheism among them, they say, “You have degraded the Awliyaa [friends of Allah]”. [Footnote a] And when you adhere strictly to the path of the Messenger, they say, “You have invalidated the adherence to the path of the Imams”. [Footnote b] Furthermore, when you enjoin what Allah and His Messenger have commanded and forbid what they have forbidden, they say, “You are subjecting people to trials”. [Footnote c] [1]

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Footnote a:

Al-Allamah Muqbil Bin Hadi Al-Wadi’i, may Allah have mercy upon him,stated: Allah, Glorified and Exalted be He, said:

وَعَجِبُوٓاْ أَن جَآءَهُم مُّنذِرٌ۬ مِّنۡہُمۡ‌ۖ وَقَالَ ٱلۡكَـٰفِرُونَ هَـٰذَا سَـٰحِرٌ۬ كَذَّابٌ
أَجَعَلَ ٱلۡأَلِهَةَ إِلَـٰهً۬ا وَٲحِدًا‌ۖ إِنَّ هَـٰذَا لَشَىۡءٌ عُجَابٌ۬
وَٱنطَلَقَ ٱلۡمَلَأُ مِنۡہُمۡ أَنِ ٱمۡشُواْ وَٱصۡبِرُواْ عَلَىٰٓ ءَالِهَتِكُمۡ‌ۖ إِنَّ هَـٰذَا لَشَىۡءٌ۬ يُرَادُ
مَا سَمِعۡنَا بِہَـٰذَا فِى ٱلۡمِلَّةِ ٱلۡأَخِرَةِ إِنۡ هَـٰذَآ إِلَّا ٱخۡتِلَـٰقٌ
أَءُنزِلَ عَلَيۡهِ ٱلذِّكۡرُ مِنۢ بَيۡنِنَا‌ۚ بَلۡ هُمۡ فِى شَكٍّ۬ مِّن ذِكۡرِى‌ۖ بَل لَّمَّا يَذُوقُواْ عَذَابِ

And they wonder that a warner (Prophet Muhammad) has come to them from among themselves! And the disbelievers say, “This (Prophet Muhammad) is a sorcerer, a liar. Has he made the aaliha (gods) (all) into One Ilaah (God – Allah). Verily, this is a curious thing!” And the leaders among them went about (saying), “Go on and remain constant to your aaliha (gods)! Verily, this is a thing designed (against you)! We have not heard (the like) of this among the people of these later days. This is nothing but an invention! Has the Reminder been sent down to him (alone) from among us?” Nay! But they are in doubt about My Reminder (this Qur’an)! Nay, but they have not tasted (My) Torment! [Surah Sa’d. 4-8]

So, you say to the Raafidah, “Indeed, it is shirk to invoke other than Allah with regards to seeking benefit and protection from harm in a matter which none can (fulfil) besides Allah. It is not permissible to invoke Ali Ibn Abee Taalib [may Allah be pleased with him] or other than him amongst the dead [may Allah have mercy upon them] because Allah [The Mighty and Majestic] said:

وَٱلَّذِينَ تَدۡعُونَ مِن دُونِهِۦ مَا يَمۡلِكُونَ مِن قِطۡمِيرٍ
إِن تَدۡعُوهُمۡ لَا يَسۡمَعُواْ دُعَآءَكُمۡ وَلَوۡ سَمِعُواْ مَا ٱسۡتَجَابُواْ لَكُمۡۖ وَيَوۡمَ ٱلۡقِيَـٰمَةِ يَكۡفُرُونَ بِشِرۡڪِكُمۡۚ وَلَا يُنَبِّئُكَ مِثۡلُ خَبِيرٍ۬

And those, whom you invoke or call upon instead of Him, own not even a Qitmeer (the thin membrane over the date stone). If you invoke (or call upon) them, they hear not your call, and if (in case) they were to hear, they could not grant it (your request) to you. And on the Day of Resurrection, they will disown your worshipping them. And none can inform you (O Muhammad) like Him Who is the All-Knower (of each and everything). O mankind! it is you who stand in need of Allah, but Allah is Rich (Free of all wants and needs), Worthy of all praise. [Surah Fatir. 13-14]

And Allah said:
وَمَنۡ أَضَلُّ مِمَّن يَدۡعُواْ مِن دُونِ ٱللَّهِ مَن لَّا يَسۡتَجِيبُ لَهُ ۥۤ إِلَىٰ يَوۡمِ ٱلۡقِيَـٰمَةِ وَهُمۡ عَن دُعَآٮِٕهِمۡ غَـٰفِلُونَ
وَإِذَا حُشِرَ ٱلنَّاسُ كَانُواْ لَهُمۡ أَعۡدَآءً۬ وَكَانُواْ بِعِبَادَتِہِمۡ كَـٰفِرِينَ

And who is more astray than one who calls (invokes) besides Allah, such as will not answer him till the Day of Resurrection, and who are (even) unaware of their calls (invocations) to them? And when mankind are gathered (on the Day of Resurrection), they (false deities) will become enemies for them and will deny their worshipping.’ [Surah Al-Ahqaf. 5-6]

And Allah said:
وَمَن يَدۡعُ مَعَ ٱللَّهِ إِلَـٰهًا ءَاخَرَ لَا بُرۡهَـٰنَ لَهُ ۥ بِهِۦ فَإِنَّمَا حِسَابُهُ ۥ عِندَ رَبِّهِۦۤ‌ۚ إِنَّهُ ۥ لَا يُفۡلِحُ ٱلۡكَـٰفِرُونَ

And whoever invokes (or worships), besides Allah, any other ilaah (god), of whom he has no proof, then his reckoning is only with his Lord. Surely! Al-Kaafiroon (the disbelievers in Allah and in the Oneness of Allah, polytheists, pagans, idolaters, etc.) will not be successful.’ [Surah Al-Muminoon. 117]

And if you say, “Indeed others have joined them (i.e. the Mushrikoon) in this (affair”, so I say, “Whoever joins them in this (affair of shirk) is similar to them”. Read https://www.manhaj.com/manhaj/articles/xyjjc-takfir-and-the-excuse-of-ignorance-shaykh-saalih-al-fawzaan-5—on-those-who-worship-the-righteous.cfm

Allah said:
وَلَا تَدۡعُ مِن دُونِ ٱللَّهِ مَا لَا يَنفَعُكَ وَلَا يَضُرُّكَ‌ۖ فَإِن فَعَلۡتَ فَإِنَّكَ إِذً۬ا مِّنَ ٱلظَّـٰلِمِينَ
وَإِن يَمۡسَسۡكَ ٱللَّهُ بِضُرٍّ۬ فَلَا ڪَاشِفَ لَهُ ۥۤ إِلَّا هُوَ‌ۖ وَإِن يُرِدۡكَ بِخَيۡرٍ۬ فَلَا رَآدَّ لِفَضۡلِهِۦ‌ۚ يُصِيبُ بِهِۦ مَن يَشَآءُ مِنۡ عِبَادِهِۦ‌ۚ وَهُوَ ٱلۡغَفُورُ ٱلرَّحِيمُ

And invoke not besides Allah, any that will neither profit you, nor hurt you, but if (in case) you did so, you shall certainly be one of the Zaalimoon (polytheists and wrongdoers). And if Allah touches you with hurt, there is none who can remove it but He; and if He intends any good for you, there is none who can repel His Favour which He causes it to reach whomsoever of His slaves He will. And He is the Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.’ [Surah Yunus. 106-107]

When you convey these verses and what is similar to them to the (Rawaafid), and then say to them, “Indeed, is it permissible to call upon the dead and seek deliverance and rescue from them?” They (say), “You are a Wahhaabi. You hate the family of the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him]”. This is the same regarding the extreme Soofees when you say, “Indeed, the Awliyaa can neither benefit nor harm”, they say, “You hate the Awliyaa”. Indeed, mighty is the statement that comes out of the mouths of these two sects; they utter nothing but a lie! [2]

Footnote b:

https://abukhadeejah.com/taqleed-blind-following-four-imams-salafis/

https://www.salafisounds.com/cling-to-the-sunnah-and-avoid-taqleed-tele-link-with-abu-khadeejah-abdul-wahid/

Footnote c:
https://abukhadeejah.com/the-great-virtue-and-principles-of-enjoining-the-good-and-forbidding-evil-by-imam-al-barbahari-d-329h-and-al-fawzan/#:~:text=’%20Rather%20you%20should%20enjoin%20the,just%20go%20along%20with%20them.

[1]An Excerpt from “Bada’i at-Tafsir Al-Jami Limaa Fassarahu Al-Imam Ibn Al-Qayyim 3/467-469

[2]An Excerpt from “Ilhaadul Khomeini Fee Ardil Haramayn”. Pages 206-207

[16] The Ascent and Decline of The Ottoman Empire

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Brotherhood, Charity (Sadaqah), Featured, History of Islam, Morals and Manners - 'Akhlaaq'.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

The Ruler of Khwarezm Requests Protection from Sultan Salim II:

The ruler of Khwarazm complained to Sultan Salim II regarding the Shah of Persia, who was seizing pilgrims from Turkistan as they entered his territory. He also pointed out that after Moscow’s conquest of Astrakhan, the flow of pilgrims and trade had been hindered. In light of these challenges, the Khwarazm ruler, along with the leaders of Bukhara and Samarkand, urged Sultan Salim II to reopen Astrakhan to facilitate the pilgrimage route. The Ottoman Empire responded. Grand Vizier Sokullu Muhammad Pasha prepared a significant military campaign during the years 976-977 AH (1568-1569) aimed at capturing Astrakhan and establishing it as an Ottoman stronghold in the region. Plans were made to construct a canal linking the Volga and Don rivers to enable the passage of ships. This was to help the Ottoman fleet enter the Caspian Sea via the Black Sea, enabling them to stop Russian expansion to the south and push the Persians out of the Caucasus and Azerbaijan. It was also facilitate an invasion of Persia from the north, instead of having to navigate the difficult terrain of Azerbaijan and deal with the enemies of the Safavids and the Crimean Tatars, in order to revive the ancient trade routes that connect Central Asia from east to west. The Ottomans began a project to connect the Don River with the Volga. By the month of Jumada al-Awwal in 977 AH (October 1569), one-third of the canal was completed. However, winter halted the work. At that time, the campaign leader suggested using small ships loaded with cannons and ammunition to attack Astrakhan. Unfortunately, the campaign failed due to natural conditions. Despite this, Sokollu Mehmed Pasha managed to strengthen the Sultan’s control over the princes of Moldavia, Wallachia, and Poland, temporarily blocking Russia’s expansion to the north and west of the Black Sea.

Cyprus:

Italy and Spain recognised the importance of Cyprus, and there were rumours in Europe about forming an alliance against the Sultan. However, nothing was done at the time to save Cyprus from the Ottomans, who invaded the island with overwhelming force. They entered the island easily, and the strong city of Famagusta stood against the Ottomans, led by Pasha and Bragadin, who faced an Ottoman army of one hundred thousand soldiers. The Ottomans used all known siege tactics, including attacks and mining, but these had no effect on the garrison. If a Christian force had arrived to help, the Ottomans would have been in danger. Unfortunately, famine took its toll, and the city surrendered in the spring of 979 AH, August 1571. The Ottoman Empire, after conquering Cyprus, brought many people from Anatolia, whose descendants still live on the island. Although the Orthodox Cypriots welcomed Ottoman rule for saving them from Catholic persecution by Venice for centuries, the Ottoman occupation upset the Catholic state. The Ottoman fleet returned after completing its mission in Abanjani, and most of the soldiers left as winter arrived, marking the end of the battle season and preparing for the next year. [An Excerpt from “Ad-Dawla Al-Uthmaniyyah Awamil An-Nuhood Wa Asbaab As-Sukqoot 6/308-309]

What sparked the continuation of this series? Read here: https://salafidawahmanchester.com/2024/11/22/a-century-after-the-end-of-the-ottoman-empire/

Furthermore, it is essential to ensure that the contributions of those who supported the religion are accurately represented. A thorough examination of Ottoman history and their impact on Europe reveals why certain European historians may attempt to misrepresent their legacy, focusing solely on their shortcomings while downplaying their accomplishments. It is evident that the early Ottomans exhibited a higher moral standard compared to their later counterparts. Therefore, we will not passively accept any distortion of the image of any Muslim, and it is equally unacceptable to misrepresent non-Muslims. Al-Allamah Salih Aala Ash-Shaikh, may Allah preserve him, highlighted the significant contributions of many non-Arabs to the service of Islam, including the Ottomans. He stated:

“When Muslims conquered different regions of the earth and Islam spread, it appeared as though it began with non-Arabs, until Persians and other non-Arabs became scholars and Imams of mosques, and people learned from them. Many non-Arabs are mentioned in Islamic history as leading the Muslims in knowledge, pronouncing religious verdicts, and other matters. Consider Abu Haneefah (may Allah have mercy on him), who was not Arab, and Imam Al-Bukhaari (may Allah have mercy on him), whose book became an upright example. There is no Muslim who is not familiar with Imam Abu Abdillah Muhammad Bin Isma’eel Al-Bukhaari. And take into account other Imams of Islam other than Al-Bukhari and Abu Haneefah. So, when Islam was implemented, it erased the differences that the people had created; and why did those non-Arabs become the leaders and Imams of the Arabs? That is because they carried the religion, raised the banner of true Islamic monotheism – there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, and Muhammad is Allah’s Messenger – and because there is no difference in virtue between a non-Arab and an Arab except through fear of Allah. When Muslims disciplined themselves with Islam, there was no dispute between them regarding social class by way of that pre-Islamic dispute and distinction, because they did not accept leadership or give precedence to anyone based on this; rather, they accepted everyone because people are equal in this matter. The Quraish rulership, the Umayyad rulership, and the Abbasid rulership ended; then the Mamluk rulership arose, followed by the rulership of Banee Uthman – meaning in the beginning when it was upright, thus, so the Muslims obeyed them and they became the leaders and rulers because the Muslims saw that there was welfare for the people in doing so. As a result, class distinction and its practise were eradicated from the start, and no one had any reservations about implementing Islam. Islamic history attests to the application of this magnificent principle“.

Please verify posts from this website

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Assalamu Alaykum Warahmatullahi Wabarakayuhu.

It is essential to scrutinize each post from this website, as there have been attempts by certain groups hostile to Muslims to manipulate the content. Should you encounter any post that seems inconsistent with its title or conveys a message that appears favorable towards specific non-Muslim groups notorious for their violence against Muslims, or statements suggesting hostility towards Muslim rulers, please be assured that it does not originate from this website. Such posts have likely been altered. Our  website technician has already had to remove posts that were added by outside sources. I just deleted a post in Russian that was inserted into the site.

[15] The Ascent and Decline of The Ottoman Empire

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In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower if Mercy.

Sultan Salim II

He ascended to the throne on the 9th of Rabi’ al-Awwal in the year 974 AH, yet he was not adequately prepared to safeguard the conquests of his father, Sultan Suleiman. Had it not been for the exceptional minister, the great warrior, and the capable politician, Muhammad Pasha Sokollu, the state would have collapsed. He restored its dignity, instilled fear in the hearts of its enemies, negotiated a peace treaty with Austria, and finalized an agreement in the year 975 AH, corresponding to 1567, which allowed Austria to retain its possessions in Hungary. Additionally, the annual tribute previously established was paid to the state, and the princes of Transylvania, Wallachia, and Moldavia acknowledged his authority.

A renewed truce was established with the King of Poland and Charles IX, King of France, in 1569. This period also saw an increase in French consular privileges. Henry, the brother of the King of France, was appointed as the King of Poland in agreement with France, which had begun to emerge as the dominant trading power in the Mediterranean. In accordance with previous treaties, France dispatched Christian missionary missions throughout the regions inhabited by Christians, particularly in the Levant, fostering a sense of affection for France among the Christians of the region, which notably contributed to the weakening of the state.

As French influence spread among the Christian populations, there was a corresponding increase in rebellion and encouragement for revolutions. One of the significant outcomes of this intervention was the preservation of the nationality and language of the Christian minorities. Consequently, when the Ottoman Empire weakened, these groups rose in revolt, demanding independence with the support and backing of Christian European nations.

The conviction of European nations regarding the foreign privileges system, which they considered a legitimate right, prompted France to dispatch troops to assist Venice during its conflict with Sultan Murad IV (1624). Additionally, France sent an ambassador along with a naval fleet to pressure the Ottoman Empire into defining these privileges. However, the Grand Vizier, who still held political authority, informed the ambassador that these treaties were not a significant threat, as they were merely a royal grant. This response led France to withdraw its threats.

The situation was manipulated in an attempt to persuade the Sultan to agree once again to renew the system of privileges in 1673, which exacerbated the issues at hand. Instead of learning from the events that transpired, the Ottoman Empire, under the orders of Sultan Mehmed IV (1648-1687), granted France the right to protect Jerusalem.

The privileges continued to be renewed, with each instance introducing a new restriction on the Sultanate. In the year 1740, the Sultanate granted new commercial privileges to France. However, these privileges faced a significant threat when Napoleon Bonaparte occupied Egypt, leading the Sultanate to suspend their implementation. Nevertheless, Napoleon retreated at a crucial moment to preserve the Sultanate, proposing France’s withdrawal from Egypt in exchange for the renewal of privileges. This agreement was successfully reached on October 9, 1801, when the Sultanate granted a new privilege allowing France freedom of trade and navigation in the Black Sea

The consequences of these privileges were extremely detrimental to the empire. The Greek historian Dimitri Kitsikis noted that these privileges undermined the empire’s economy by dismantling the Ottoman tax system, which was designed to protect local trade from foreign competition. Furthermore, these privileges prevented the empire from implementing reform projects and generating new financial resources to address administrative and governance expenses. As a result, the foreign privilege treaties became humiliating charters for the Ottomans, as Europeans were not subject to Ottoman authority, effectively positioning them as a government within the Ottoman government.

An Excerpt from Ad-Dawla Al-Uthmaniyyah Awamil An-Nuhood Wa Asbaab As-Suqoot 6/306-308

If you are with me, I’ll gather every good for you, even if small..

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In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Allah, The Exalted, says:

أَلَمْ تَرَ أَنَّ ٱللَّهَ يَعْلَمُ مَا فِى ٱلسَّمَٰوَٰتِ وَمَا فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ مَا يَكُونُ مِن نَّجْوَىٰ ثَلَٰثَةٍ إِلَّا هُوَ رَابِعُهُمْ وَلَا خَمْسَةٍ إِلَّا هُوَ سَادِسُهُمْ وَلَآ أَدْنَىٰ مِن ذَٰلِكَ وَلَآ أَكْثَرَ إِلَّا هُوَ مَعَهُمْ أَيْنَ مَا كَانُوا۟ ثُمَّ يُنَبِّئُهُم بِمَا عَمِلُوا۟ يَوْمَ ٱلْقِيَٰمَةِ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ بِكُلِّ شَىْءٍ عَلِيمٌ

Have you not seen that Allah knows whatsoever is in the heavens and whatsoever is on the earth? There is no Najwa (secret counsel) of three, but He is their fourth (with His Knowledge, while He Himself is over the Throne, over the seventh heaven), nor of five but He is their sixth (with His Knowledge), not of less than that or more, but He is with them (with His Knowledge) wheresoever they may be; and afterwards on the Day of Resurrection, He will inform them of what they did. Verily, Allah is the All-Knower of everything. [Al-Mujadilah 7]

Allah says:
وَلَقَدْ خَلَقْنَا الْإِنسَانَ وَنَعْلَمُ مَا تُوَسْوِسُ بِهِ نَفْسُهُ ۖ وَنَحْنُ أَقْرَبُ إِلَيْهِ مِنْ حَبْلِ الْوَرِيدِ
إِذْ يَتَلَقَّى الْمُتَلَقِّيَانِ عَنِ الْيَمِينِ وَعَنِ الشِّمَالِ قَعِيدٌ
مَّا يَلْفِظُ مِن قَوْلٍ إِلَّا لَدَيْهِ رَقِيبٌ عَتِيدٌ

And indeed We have created man, and We know what his ownself whispers to him. And We are nearer to him than his jugular vein (by Our Knowledge). (Remember!) that the two receivers (recording angels) receive (each human being after he or she has attained the age of puberty), one sitting on the right and one on the left (to note his or her actions). Not a word does he (or she) utter, but there is a watcher by him ready (to record it). [Qaf, 16-18]

Allah, The Most High, informs us that He alone created human beings – males and females and knows all their state of affairs. He knows everything hidden about them and what their souls whisper to them. He, The Most High is nearer to them than their jugular veins by His knowledge, even though the jugular vein is the closest thing to the human. Therefore, this should make the human mindful of Allah, Who knows all the hidden affairs in the soul and heart of the human being in all circumstances. This should also make the human being shy in the presence of Allah not to be seen committing what Allah has forbidden or abandoning what Allah has commanded. [1]

An individual delivering a general address may not necessarily be aware of the direct or indirect implications perceived by those with hidden agendas. Those with hidden agendas may aim to validate—either overtly or subtly, through gestures—the allegiance of others in their collective opposition to a perceived adversary, or to influence those susceptible to their rhetoric. Consequently, they may either state outright, imply, or convey through subtle gestures the most outrageous insinuations. Al-Allaamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Mad’khali, may Allah preserve him, said: “Numerous are liars today against the callers and carriers of the Salafi Dawah. They can disseminate cruel rumours till they reach the world using various means made available to them in this era”. [2]

Observation On a General Statement of Shaikh Muhammad Bin Ghalib Al-Omari

أن تكون معي سأجمع لك كلّ حسنة وإن صغرت، وأكذّب فيك كل صادق،وأغض الطرف عن كل منقصة فيك
وإن لم أوافقك فسأقبل فيك كل كذب، وأصدق فيك كل كذوب،وأطمس منك كل حسنة.
وأصمك بالجهل والغفلة والحمق وكل أمر أنت منه براء.
هكذا حال من يكون ولاؤه وبراؤه لغير ربه،
ولو أنصف لأكرم نفسه وأحسن لغيره

“If you are with me (affiliated or in agreement), I’ll gather every good for you, even if small, and I will belie every truthful speech uttered against you, and turn a blind eye to every shortcoming in you; however, if disagree with you, I’ll accept every lie uttered about you, believe every profuse liar (about) you, wipe out every good in you, characterise you with ignorance, heedlessness, and folly, along with every matter from which you are innocent. This is the situation (or condition) of one whose loyalty and disloyalty is for other than his Lord. If he were just, he would honour himself and treat others with kindness”. [End of paraphrased quote]

No Salafi, even if they have acted poorly due to weakness or worldly temptations, would direct these comments at anyone in particular without tangible proof. Additionally, the individual behind this tweet, Shaikh Muhammad Bin Ghalib Al-Omari, did not mention anyone specifically. However, when this message is shared by individuals with malicious intentions, we feel it’s important to address them briefly.

The tweet illustrates a scenario where individuals find themselves on a treacherous path, engaging in some of the most egregious forms of illegal partisanship and corrupt friendships. We can – without an iota of doubt – conclude from this tweet that these toxic relationships are built on insincere praise and represent some of the most harmful alliances and loyalties. People involved in these dynamics are expected to go to great lengths to rationalise their beliefs and actions, justifying their unacceptable behaviour and blind allegiance. This troubling mindset would be characterised by a lack of critical thinking, accountability, and a tendency to ignore clear evidence. This extremely corrupt behaviour – even though we are not saying that Dr Muhammad is referring specifically to Abul Hasan and his followers in this specific tweet – brings to mind the insights of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Madkhali, may Allah preserve him, regarding the perils of both destructive good suspicion and destructive evil suspicion. He said, “Destructive good suspicion is to have a good suspicion of the people of falsehood whether are they disbelievers, innovators or evil (open) sinners. And that which led the disbelievers to belie the Messengers, (harbouring) a severe disbelief in them and their message was due to their evil suspicion towards the people of truth, and having a good suspicion of their forefathers and their religions of falsehood and disbelief. Ahlul Bidah such as the Rawaafid, the khawaarij, the Sufiyyah, the Murji’ah, the Qadariyyah and the people of Tahazzub Al-Baatil [false partisanship] are destroyed by good suspicion towards their Shuyukh and figureheads, and their corrupt creeds. On the other hand, they are destroyed by their evil suspicions towards the truth and its people. Abul Hasan Al-Maribi and his followers have a share of both this destructive good suspicion and destructive evil suspicion”. [3]

Therefore, anyone who engages with this tweet or has engaged with it, whether overtly or subtly to direct attacks at the opportune moment- along with those who harbour ulterior motives- towards any adherent of Sunnah without substantial proof, he has indeed initiated an evil deed. This is because the conduct described in this tweet epitomises the actions of those possessing a profoundly corrupt and detrimental understanding of Al-Wala Wal Bara.

However, anyone who possesses concrete evidence regarding a particular person or group and wishes to inform others about the potential risks associated with them should consult knowledgeable and trustworthy individuals for prudent guidance. This will enable a thorough assessment of the possible advantages and disadvantages of addressing such individuals, thereby ensuring the safety of others. Otherwise, there is no merit in using social media tools and techniques to speculate about the applicability of a tweet to certain individuals or any group of people without tangible proof.  Imam Ibn Al-Qayyim, may Allah have mercy upon him, said:

قال ابن القيم: وعـلـيك بالتفصيل والتبيين فالإجمال والإطلاق دون بيان
قد أفسدا هذا الوجود وخبـطا الأذهان والآراء كل زمـان

“It is obligated to you to provide detailed explanations and clarifications, as generalisations and unrestricted (speech) without elaboration (clarification) have corrupted the existence and confused minds and opinions throughout all times”.

Matters about the repugnant and perilous characteristics of destructive partisanship, when referenced—whether explicitly or implicitly—in a particular region or among some people, may not be overlooked due to the speculative discussions and unfounded assumptions propagated by certain individuals and groups on social media. A pertinent illustration can be found in the case of Al-Allamah Rabee, as previously cited, concerning the adherents of the innovator, Abul Hasan Al-Misri, whom he knows and was able to challenge in a context and land where he faced no restrictions. Similarly, our Mashayikh in the West emulate this approach as they confront- whenever necessary- these dangerous issues, following the path established by the senior scholars. An example by Shaikh Abu Khadeejah:

https://abukhadeejah.com/the-principle-of-ikhwan-we-excuse-and-overlook-one-another/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CWe%20cooperate%20with%20one%20another,in%20that%20which%20we%20differ.%E2%80%9D

To begin with, for an individual who refrains from taking action due to the expectation of harm or a more significant detriment, or who is restricted by authorities in a particular region from criticising anyone except for the deviated groups they are permitted to address, it can be affirmed that their situation aligns with the perspective clarified by Al-Allamah Zayd Bin Hadi Al-Mad’khali, may Allah have mercy upon him as follows: “The obligation of refuting the Mukhaalif is not lifted from the scholar due to anticipation of harm unless it is harm he is not able to bear. Then (in this case), Allah does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear. The earth is not devoid of people of knowledge who will carry out refutation against the Mubtadi and the Mukhaalif”. [4]

Furthermore, regarding any upright individual who has been hindered by the schemes of ahlul bidah and the impact they can sometimes have on authorities who are genuinely unaware or see the need to curb arguments, we all know that they would seek advice – about the specific situation- from the senior scholars of the Ummah. Notable figures such as Al-Allamah Salih Al-Fawzan, Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi, Al-Allamah Abdul Muhsin Al-Abbad, and Al-Allamah Abdul Aziz Aala Ash-Shaikh should be consulted, as they represent the senior scholars of this Ummah and possess the wisdom necessary to discern what will protect the adherents of truth in every region. However, would it be wise for such person or people- regardless of their status or knowledge – to meddle in the affairs of people of another country simply because they feel more secure and unrestricted? While it is not being suggested in this article that troublemakers cannot seek advice from such individual or individuals, however, what we have witnessed in this land is that quite a few individuals from abroad -who are attributed to knowledge – once rushed into specific disagreements and disputes in the West—either directly or indirectly—without the comprehensive understanding that the reputable and experienced senior Salafi teachers in the West possess regarding those specific matters. As a result, they ended up supporting those who deceive, those with a victim mentality, or those who attempted to evade accountability for their misconduct. Therefore, one should not enter into any affair haphazardly – if he truly desires rectification- until fully acquainted with all the specific details of a dispute or disagreement. Ali, may Allah be pleased with him, said that Allah’s Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said: “When two men bring a case before you, do not decide in favour of the first till you hear what the other has to say, then you will know how to judge”. Ali said, “Since then, I have continued to judge (in accordance with that)”. [5]

May Allah bless our Mashayikh in the UK – Shaikh Abu Khadeejah and others – who are well-known for their unwavering commitment to unity. They constantly encourage us to forgive one another during personal disagreements and embrace everyone warmly, allowing us to share their perspectives before pursuing reconciliation to enhance brotherhood upon the Sunnah. There is no doubt that they have witnessed this careful deliberation and patience from the senior Scholars over nearly thirty years, especially when disputes arose. The recent observation by Shaikh Khalid bears witness to the unity and brotherhood in the UK that is as clear as the mid day sun. Listen here:

https://x.com/MasjdIbnSeereen/status/1831294851410767921?t=BtmLkClADWK10qCjpzkRXg&s=35

As for those who constantly and desperately seek to evade responsibility and utilise social media as a platform for scoring points, engaging in subtle jabs and digs while portraying themselves as victims, often manipulating narratives behind the scenes; aiming to create both direct and indirect connections that serve their agenda, we would like to remind them of the words of Shaikh Al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah: “And Imaan is known about a man, just as all the states of his heart are known by way of his (outward) allegiances, enmities, his rejoicing, anger, hunger, thirst, and other such affairs. For these matters have certain outward binding necessities (lawaazim dhaahirah) and the outward matters necessitate inward matters. And this is a matter known, the people know this concerning the one that they have experienced and tested (jarraboohu wamtahinoohu)…”. [6]

And Allah knows best

[1] An Excerpt from”Tafsir as-Sadi

[2] https://rabee.net/audio/%D8%AE%D8%B7%D9%88%D8%B1%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%83%D8%B0%D8%A8-%D9%88%D8%A2%D8%AB%D8%A7%D8%B1%D9%87-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B3%D9%8A%D8%A6%D8%A9-%D9%88%D9%85%D9%88%D9%82%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A5%D8%B3%D9%84/

[3] Majmoo 13/363-364]

[4] An Excerpt from “Al Ajwibah Al Mukhtasar Alaa As’ila Al-Ashrah” page 43

[5] Sahih at-Tirmidhi 1331

[6]Minhaaj-as-sunnah 8/475. Translated by Salafipublications.com on this link: https://www.salafipublications.com/sps/downloads/pdf/BDH050015.pdf

The Story of the Revelation – Day 6 Ramadhaan Reminder – Shaykh Fawzaan

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Being in seclusion was made beloved to the Prophet prior to his prophet-hood, this was known as laying the foundations as the early signs of prophet-hood. The Prophet would go to his wife Khadeejah (May Allah be pleased with her) and she would give him provisions enough to last for a long time for when he went to Cave Hira at the top of Mount Nur. He would sit there being in devout worship, and he would remember his Lord in this Cave at the top of Mount Nur which faced in the direction of the Ka’ba…

 

Holding the Mushaf in The Prayer – Shaykh Abdul Aziz Bin Baaz

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What is the legislative ruling on a person who reads from the noble mushaf for taraweeh prayer in Ramadhan, or the night prayer outside of Ramadhan or the eclipse prayer, whilst a person is standing for the prayer and he has the mushaf with him and he reads the long chapters, which he was not able to memorise?

And when he prostrates he places the mushaf on the ground or a table which is close to him and when he stands he takes the mushaf with his hand and recites, and he does this until he has finished his prayer?

Is this also allows in the obligatory prayers?

Benefit us, May Allah benefit you.

What is the Meaning of Hizbiyyah and What is The Ruling Upon It? Shaykh Ubaid Al Jaabiree

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A questioner from Germany asks:

“What is the definition of Hizbiyyah and what is its ruling?”

Watch the video for the answer.

Your question O my child from Germany is composed of two parts. The first: concerning the meaning of hizbiyyah and I say you have done well for asking this question. So hizbiyyah is to unite and side with an individual, individuals or a group other than Ahlus-Sunnah wal-Jamā’ah. And it’s possible (the people of hizbiyyah) side themselves with a number of groups. So you find one of them for example, uniting with Jamā’atu-Tablīgh, Jamā’atul-ikhwān, Jamā’atul-jihād or other than them from the present day da’wah affiliated groups that are all deviated and misguide people.

I say this without any reluctance, as this is what I profess as my religion before Allāh.

So you find him (a person of hizbiyyah) making his friendship and allegiance towards those who side with him, a groups of people, a single individual or various individual persons.  He builds his allegiance and enmity based on them.

It was this that Shaykhul-Islām – may Allāh have mercy upon him – signified with his saying, “And whosoever raises for the people a man for whose sake friendship and enmity is formed, then he is  from those who have divided their religion and split into sects” and with this detailed explanation – if Allāh wills – I think you have understood the meaning of hizbiyyah. It is taken from (the word) tahazzub (to form partisanship).

As for the second part and that is your question concerning its ruling – it is an innovation and misguidance. So whoever sides himself with other than the Salafis – and they are the People of Hadīth (prophetic narrations), Ahlul- Athar, (people of narrations), the Victorious Party, the Saved Sect, the People of Sunnah and Jamā’ah (unity).

So this is the reality of despicable hizbiyyah and (one who falls into it) is from those who have divided their religion and split into sects.