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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
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REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
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Next Wednesday, the night between the 10th and the 11th March will be:
Isra’ and Miraj (Rajab 27th) The Prophet ﷺ said, “If someone keeps the fast on the 27th day of Rajab, he will be credited with the same reward as that which is earned by fasting for 60 months.” In another hadith, Prophet ﷺ said, “Rajab contains a very special day and a very special night. If someone fasts during that day, and keeps vigil throughout that night, he will be entitled to a reward like the one that would be earned by a person who fasted for 100 years, and who kept vigil throughout all nights of that period (the whole hundred years).”
According to Shaykh Abdul Qadir Jilani rahimahullah, this is the way one of the Companions, Sayyidina Abdullah ibn ‘Abbas radiAllahu anhu, used to worship on that day:
He would do iktikaf in the mosque from subuh and spend all morning in ibadah (adab, awrad, wazifa, Qur’an, Dalailul khairat etc). After zuhur, he would pray a 4 ra’kaat Sunnat prayer. In each raka’at, he would recite Surah Fatihah once, Surah Al Falaq and An-Nas once each, Surah Al-Qadr 3 times, and Surah Ikhlas 50 times. He would then make du’a until Asr. “This,” said the Sahabah, “is exactly what Rasulullah (s.a.w.s.) always did on this particular day.”
The usual practice of the night before 27° Rajab:-between Maghrib e Isha’, pray 20 Rakaat, of 2 o 4 units reciting after the Fatiha 20 Ikhlas.-100 Astaghfirullah and 100 Salawat loud.
The Isra is the part of the journey of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ from Mecca to Jerusalem. It began when Muhammad was in the Masjid al Haram and an archangel, Gabriel alayhi salam, came to him, and brought Buraq, the traditional heavenly steed of the prophets. Buraq carried him to the Masjid al Aqsa, the “Farthest Mosque”, in Jerusalem. The Prophet alighted, tethered Buraq to the Temple Mount and performed prayer, where on God’s command he was tested by Jibril. It was told by Anad Ibd Malikthat Muhammad said: “Jibril brought me a vessel of wine, a vessel of water and a vessel of milk, and I chose the milk. Jibril said: ‘You have chosen the Fitrah (natural instinct).'”
In the second part of the journey, the Mi’raj (an Arabic word that literally means “ladder”), Buraq took him to the heavens, where he toured the seven stages of Heavens, and spoke with the earlier prophets such as Abraham (Ibrahim) alayhi salam, Moses (Musa) alayhi salam, John the Baptist (Yaḥyā ibn Zakarīyā) alayhi salam, and Jesus (Isa) alayhi salam. Muhammad ﷺ was then taken to Sidrat al Muntaha, a holy tree in the seventh heaven that Gabriel was not allowed to pass. According to Islamic tradition, God instructed Muhammad that Muslims must pray fifty times per day; however, Moses told Muhammad that it was very difficult for the people and urged Muhammad to ask for a reduction, until finally it was reduced to five times per day.
The Isra and Miraj ( Arab: الإسراء والمعراج, al-’Isrā’ wal-Mi‘rāj), are the two parts of a Night Journey (Arab: Lailat al-Mi‘rāj, Persian: Shab-e-Me`raj) that, according to Islamic tradition, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ took during a single night around the year 621. It has been described as both a physical and spiritual journey. A brief sketch of the story is in surah al Isra of the Qur’an, and other details come from the hadith, supplemental writings about the life of Muhammad ﷺ . In the journey, Muhammad travels on the steed Buraq to “the farthest mosque” where he leads other prophets in prayer. He then ascends to Heavens where he speaks to God, who gives Muhammad instructions to take back to the faithful regarding the details of prayer.
According to traditions, the journey is associated with the Lailat al Mi’raj, as one of the most significant events in the Islamic calendar.
The whole incident of Isra is mentioned in great detail in the following hadith narrated by Malik Ibd Sa’sa’a:
The Prophet said ﷺ , “While I was at the House in a state midway between sleep and wakefulness, (an angel recognized me) as the man lying between two men. A golden tray full of wisdom and belief was brought to me and my body was cut open from the throat to the lower part of the abdomen and then my abdomen was washed with Zam-zam water and (my heart was) filled with wisdom and belief.
Al Buraq a white animal, smaller than a mule and bigger than a donkey was brought to me and I set out with Jibril. When I reached the nearest heaven. Jibreel said to the heaven gatekeeper, ‘Open the gate.’ The gatekeeper asked, ‘Who is it?’ He said, ‘Jibreel.’ The gatekeeper asked,’ Who is accompanying you?’ Gabriel said, ‘Muhammad.’ The gatekeeper said, ‘Has he been called?’ Jibreel said, ‘Yes.’ Then it was said, ‘He is welcomed. What a wonderful visit his is!’ Then I met Adam and greeted him and he said, ‘You are welcomed O son and Prophet.’
Then we ascended to the second heaven. It was asked, ‘Who is it?’ Jibreel said, ‘Jibreel.’ It was said, ‘Who is with you?’ He said, ‘Muhammad’ It was asked, ‘Has he been sent for?’ He said, ‘Yes.’ It was said, ‘He is welcomed. What a wonderful visit his is!” Then I met Isa (Jesus) and Yahya (John the Baptist) who said, ‘You are welcomed, O brother and a Prophet.’
Then we ascended to the third heaven. It was asked, ‘Who is it?’ Jibreel said, ‘Jibreel.’ It was asked, ‘Who is with you? Jibreel said, ‘Muhammad.’ It was asked, ‘Has he been sent for?’ ‘Yes,’ said Jibreel. ‘He is welcomed. What a wonderful visit his is!’ (The Prophet added:). There I met Joseph and greeted him, and he replied, ‘You are welcomed, O brother and a Prophet!’
Then we ascended to the 4th heaven and again the same questions and answers were exchanged as in the previous heavens. There I met Idris and greeted him. He said, ‘You are welcomed O brother and Prophet.’
Then we ascended to the 5th heaven and again the same questions and answers were exchanged as in previous heavens. There I met and greeted Aaron who said, ‘You are welcomed O brother and a Prophet”.
Then we ascended to the 6th heaven and again the same questions and answers were exchanged as in the previous heavens. There I met and greeted Moses who said, ‘You are welcomed O brother and a Prophet.’ When I proceeded on, he started weeping and on being asked why he was weeping, he said, ‘O Lord! Followers of this youth who was sent after me will enter Paradise in greater number than my followers.’
Then we ascended to the seventh heaven and again the same questions and answers were exchanged as in the previous heavens. There I met and greeted Ibrahim who said, ‘You are welcomed O son and a Prophet.’
Then I was shown Al-Bait-al-Ma’mur (i.e. Allah’s House). I asked Jibreel about it and he said, This is Al Bait-ul-Ma’mur where 70,000 angels perform prayers daily and when they leave they never return to it (but always a fresh batch comes into it daily).’
Then I was shown Sidrat al Muntaha (i.e. a tree in the seventh heaven) and I saw its Nabk fruits which resembled the clay jugs of Hajr (i.e. a town in Arabia), and its leaves were like the ears of elephants, and four rivers originated at its root, two of them were apparent and two were hidden. I asked Jibreel about those rivers and he said, ‘The two hidden rivers are in Paradise, and the apparent ones are the Nile and the Euphrates.’
Then fifty prayers were enjoined on me. I descended till I met Moses who asked me, ‘What have you done?’ I said, ‘Fifty prayers have been enjoined on me.’ He said, ‘I know the people better than you, because I had the hardest experience to bring Bani Israel to obedience. Your followers cannot put up with such obligation. So, return to your Lord and request Him (to reduce the number of prayers).’ I returned and requested Allah (for reduction) and He made it forty. I returned and (met Moses) and had a similar discussion, and then returned again to Allah for reduction and He made it thirty, then twenty, then ten, and then I came to Moses who repeated the same advice. Ultimately Allah reduced it to five. When I came to Moses again, he said, ‘What have you done?’ I said, ‘Allah has made it five only.’ He repeated the same advice but I said that I surrendered (to Allah’s Final Order)'” Allah’s Apostle was addressed by Allah, “I have decreed My Obligation and have reduced the burden on My servants, and I shall reward a single good deed as if it were ten good deeds.
Narrated Ibn ‘Abbas: Regarding the Statement of Allah – “And We granted the vision (Ascension to the heavens) which We made you see (as an actual eye witness) was only made as a trial for the people.” (17.60) – The sights which Allah’s Apostle was shown on the Night Journey when he was taken to Bait-ulMaqdis (i.e. Jerusalem) were actual sights, (not dreams). And the Cursed Tree (mentioned) in the Quran is the tree of Zaqqum (itself).
— Sahih al Bukari, Volume 5, Book 58, Number 228
Narrated Abu Huraira radiAllahu anhu: On the night Allah’s Apostle was taken on a night journey (Mi’raj) two cups, one containing wine and the other milk, were presented to him at Jerusalem. He looked at it and took the cup of milk. Jibreel said, “Praise be to Allah Who guided you to Al-Fitra (the right path); if you had taken (the cup of) wine, your nation would have gone astray.”
Narrated Anas bin Malik radiAllahu anhu: The Prophetﷺ said: “While I was walking in Paradise (on the night of Mi’raj), I saw a river, on the two banks of which there were tents made of hollow pearls. I asked, “What is this, O Jibreel?’ He said, ‘That is the Kauthar which Your Lord has given to you.’ Behold! Its scent or its mud was sharp smelling musk!” (The sub-narrator, Hudba is in doubt as to the correct expression.)
It is narrated on the authority of Abdullah (b. Umar) that when the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) was taken for the Night journey, he was taken to Sidrat-ul-Muntaha, which is situated on the sixth heaven, where terminates everything that ascends from the earth and is held there, and where terminates everything that descends from above it and is held there. (It is with reference to this that) Allah said:” When that which covers covered the lote-tree” (al-Qur’an, Iiii. 16). He (the narrator) said: (It was) gold moths. He (the narrator further) said: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) was given three (things): he was given five prayers, the concluding verses of Sura al-Baqara, and remission of serious Sins for those among his Ummah who associate not anything with Allah.
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VIRTUES BENEFITS OF SURAH ISRA CHAPTER 17 SURAH BANI ISRAEL بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمنِ الرَّحِيمِ
In The Name of Allah, The Beneficent, The Merciful
Sura : Makki by Tilawat : 17 by Reveal : 50 Ruku` : 12 Ayats : 111 Part No. : 15
Surah ‘Isra’ or Surah Bani-’Israel (The Children of Israel), No. 17 (Revealed in Mecca) 111 verses in 12 sections
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#DailyHadithSMS #Quran #Hadith #Islam وَلَقَدۡ أَخَذَ ٱللَّهُ مِیثَـٰقَ بَنِیۤ إِسۡرَ ٰۤءِیلَ وَبَعَثۡنَا مِنۡهُمُ ٱثۡنَیۡ عَشَرَ نَقِیبࣰاۖ وَقَالَ ٱللَّهُ إِنِّی مَعَكُمۡۖ لَىِٕنۡ أَقَمۡتُمُ ٱلصَّلَوٰةَ وَءَاتَیۡتُمُ ٱلزَّكَوٰةَ وَءَامَنتُم بِرُسُلِی وَعَزَّرۡتُمُوهُمۡ وَأَقۡرَضۡتُمُ ٱللَّهَ قَرۡضًا حَسَنࣰا لَّأُكَفِّرَنَّ عَنكُمۡ سَیِّـَٔاتِكُمۡ وَلَأُدۡخِلَنَّكُمۡ جَنَّـٰتࣲ تَجۡرِی مِن تَحۡتِهَا ٱلۡأَنۡهَـٰرُۚ فَمَن كَفَرَ بَعۡدَ ذَ ٰلِكَ مِنكُمۡ فَقَدۡ ضَلَّ سَوَاۤءَ ٱلسَّبِیلِ. سورة المائدة ١٢ And Allah had already taken a covenant from the Children of Israel, and We delegated from among them twelve leaders. And Allah said, "I am with you. If you establish prayer and give zakah and believe in My messengers and support them and loan Allah a goodly loan, I will surely remove from you your misdeeds and admit you to gardens beneath which rivers flow. But whoever of you disbelieves after that has certainly strayed from the soundness of the way." [Surah Al-Ma'idah: 12] اور اللہ تعالیٰ نے بنی اسرائیل سے عہد و پیمان لیا اور انہی میں سے باره سردار ہم نے مقرر فرمائے اور اللہ تعالیٰ نے فرما دیا کہ یقیناً میں تمہارے ساتھ ہوں، اگر تم نماز قائم رکھو گے اور زکوٰة دیتے رہو گے اور میرے رسولوں کو مانتے رہو گے اور ان کی مدد کرتے رہو گے اور اللہ تعالیٰ کو بہتر قرض دیتے رہو گے تو یقیناً میں تمہاری برائیاں تم سے دور رکھوں گا اور تمہیں ان جنتوں میں لے جاؤں گا جن کے نیچے چشمے بہہ رہے ہیں، اب اس عہد وپیمان کے بعد بھی تم میں سے جو انکاری ہو جائے وه یقیناً راه راست سے بھٹک گیا. سورۃ المائدہ 12 Surah Al-Ma'idah: 12 Aur ALLAH Tala ny Bani Israel sy ehd-o-paiman lia aur unhi main sy bara (12) sardar Hum ny muqarrar fermaye. Aur ALLAH Tala ny ferma dia k yaqeenan Main tumhary sath hon, ager tum namaz qayem rakho gy aur zakat detay raho gy aur Mere Rasoolon ko manty raho gy aur unki madad krty raho gy aur ALLAH Tala ko behtar qarz detay raho gy to yaqeenan Main tumhari buraian tum sy door rakhon ga aur tumhain un jannaton main ly jaonga jin k nechay chashmay beh rahy hain, ab es ehd-o-paiman k bad bhi tum main sy jo inkari ho jaye wo yaqeenan raah-e-raast sy bhatak gaya. https://www.instagram.com/p/CRFm7AohYHt/?utm_medium=tumblr
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Shab E Meraj Ki Haqeeqat Quran Aur Hadees Se Saabit:
Allah Rabbul Aalameen Ne Quran-E-Kareem Mein Meraj Ka Zikr In Muqaddas Aayato Ke Zariye Farmaya Hai. Al-Quran: “Paaki Hai Use Jo Raato Raat Apne Bande Ko Le Gaya Masjid-E-Haraam (Khana-E-Kaaba) Se Masjid-E-Aksa (Baitul Mukaddas) Tak Jiske Ird Gird Humne Barkat Rakhi Ki Hum Use Apni Azeem Nishaniya Dikhayain Beshak Wo Sunta Dekhta Hai” (Surah Bani Israel, Para 15, Ayat 01, Ruku 1 Tarzuma Kanzul Imaan)
"Is Pyare Chamakte Tare Muhammad Ki Kasam Jab Ye Meraj Se Utre. Tumhare Sahab Na Behke Na Beraah Chale. Aur Wo Koi Baat Apne Khwahish Se Nahi Karte. Wah To Nahi Magar Wahi Jo Unhe Ki Jati Hai. Unhe Sikhaya Sakht Kuwwatwale Taqatwar Ne. Phir Us Jalwe Se Qasd Farmaya Aur Wah Aasmane Bari Ke Sabse Buland Kinare Par Tha. Fir Wah Jalwa Nazdik Hua. Fir Khoob Utar Aaya. To Us Jalwe Aur Us Mehboob Me Do Hath Ka Fasla Raha Balqi Usse Bhi Kam. Ab "Wahi" Farmayi Apne Bande Ko Jo "Wahi" Farmayi. Dil Ne Jhoot Na Kaha Jo Dekha. To Kya Tum Unse Unke Dekhe Hue Par Jhagadte Ho. Aur Unhone To Wah Jalwa Do Bar Dekha Sidratul Muntaha Ke Pas. Uske Pas Jannatul Mawa Hai. Jab Sidrah Par Cha Raha Tha Jo Cha Raha Tha. Aankh Na Kisi Taraf Phiri Na Had Se Badhi. Beshaq Apne Rab Ki Bohot Badi Nishaniya Dekhi." (Al Qur'an-E-Kareem, Sure Al Najm, Para 27, Aayat 1-18, Ruku 1 Tarzuma Kanzul Imaan)
Read More @ https://www.sherekhudahazratali.com/2018/04/shab-e-meraj-ki-haqeeqat-quran-aur-hadees-se.html
#ShabEMeraj #ShabEIsra #ShabEMiraj #NightOfForgiveness #MasjidEAqsa #MasjidEHaram #UmmeHaani #ProphetMuhammad #Quran #Hadith #Hadees
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🌌 Part 1 🌌 . In a Hadith, the Holy Prophet of Allah صلى الله عليه وآله وسلم told that among the people of Israel (Bani-Israel), there was a person who used to spend his whole night in worship (ibadah's) to Allah سبحانه و تعالى and his daytime to serve (khidmat) Allah سبحانه و تعالى, and thus a thousand (1000) months of his life was spent in this way. When the companions (sahabas) of the holy Prophet صلى الله عليه وآله وسلم listened to that, they felt sad while thinking they would never equal that person, in terms of ibadahs and good deeds. In order to give them hope and to encourage them, Allah سبحانه و تعالى send down the Surah Al-Qadr, emphasising this blessed night and signifying that if the people of Hazrat Muhammad e Mustafah صلى الله عليه وآله وسلم perform ibadah's during this sacred night, his ibadah will be better that one thousand months of ibadah's. What an enormous gift of the kindness of Allah! 📿 . Hazrat Anas bin Maalik ��ضي الله ﺗﻌﺎﻟﯽٰ عنه reports that the holy Prophet of Allah صلى الله عليه وآله وسلم said when Ramadan was approaching: « In fact, a great month is coming, a month in which there is a night better than a thousand months. The one who would have not take profit from that blessed night, would have lost all its benefits » [Ibn Maajah & Mishkaat]📿 . The night of Qadr, the superior and chief of all nights, can be understood, inter alia, in two ways: * Qadr means destiny. As we recite it in the last kalimah, we believe in destiny. * Qadr means also power. As Allah tells us several times in the holy Quran: « wallaahu ‘ala kulli shay-inn Qadiir » « Allah is powerful on every thing ». . By these two meanings, we must understand that Allah سبحانه و تعالى proclaims his power and sends orders for the whole year and changes also the destinies of people, for example sinners who sincerely repents can get their sins forgiven, whilst changing their destiny.📿 Ramadhan1438 #LaylatulQadr (CONTINUED IN THE NEXT POST ➡️)
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
https://islamiccenter.org/unit-eleven-amr-bi-maruf-wa-an-nahy-an-al-munkar-enjoining-the-good-and-forbidding-the-evil/
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
https://islamiccenter.org/unit-eleven-amr-bi-maruf-wa-an-nahy-an-al-munkar-enjoining-the-good-and-forbidding-the-evil/
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
https://islamiccenter.org/unit-eleven-amr-bi-maruf-wa-an-nahy-an-al-munkar-enjoining-the-good-and-forbidding-the-evil/
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
https://islamiccenter.org/unit-eleven-amr-bi-maruf-wa-an-nahy-an-al-munkar-enjoining-the-good-and-forbidding-the-evil/
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
__________________
REFERENCES:
__________
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امر بالمعروف و نہی عن المنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency.
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
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ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
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REFERENCES:
https://www.al-islam.org/inner-voice-sayyid-saeed-akhtar-rizvi/amr-bil-maaroof
ENJOIN WHAT IS RIGHT AND FORBID WHAT IS WRONG
Enjoining good and forbidding wrong
امربالمعروفونہیعنالمنکر
AMR BIL-MA’ROOF WA NAHI ‘AN-IL-MUNKAR, AND DO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENTS.
The Holy Qur’an has explicitly described one of the most important missions of the Muslim Ummah as amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar – enjoining what is good and forbidding what is evil.
His nafs (soul) tells him or her to follow the heart’s desires, irrespective of whether they are forbidden by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) and Shaytan adds fuel to the fire by tempting one to sin.
In order to prevent a person’s heart from being afflicted with such diseases, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded us in the Holy Qur’an to enjoin that which is good (Al-Ma’roof) and forbid that which is evil (Al-Munkar): “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining Al-Ma’roof and forbidding Al-Munkar. And it is they who are the successful.” (Aal-e-‘Imran, Surah 3, Ayah 104)
In a broader aspect, Ma’ruf means monotheism and all the good that Islam has enjoined. In contrast, Munkar means polytheism and all evil that Islam has forbidden. The above-mentioned verse makes it compulsory for Muslim Ummah to promote good, truth, and justice and prevent evil and injustice. In another verse of the Holy Quran, Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has commanded the same to the Muslim Ummah: “You are the best of peoples ever raised up for mankind; you enjoin Al-Ma’ruf and forbid Al-Munkar, and you believe in Allah.” (Aal Imran 3:110)
Consider amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar to be a built-in correcting mechanism in society – just like Microsoft Word uses a built-in Dictionary feature to auto-correct spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. Imagine a society being kind to Allah’s creation, eliminating poverty through Zakat and Sadaqah, being just and fair in their dealings, and forbidding evil such as dishonesty, corruption, and indecency. This will not just benefit individuals spiritually and mentally in a personal capacity but it is also for the greater good of society.
The above mechanism works at two levels. The first level is where it is the responsibility of every member of the Muslim society until the Hour is established. It is obligatory upon everyone – rulers and subjects, men and women – each according to his or her circumstances.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever among you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand (by taking action); and if he cannot, then with his tongue (by speaking out); and if he cannot, then with his heart (by feeling that it is wrong) – and that is the weakest of faith.” (Muslim 49a) It is clear that if a person does not even feel bad about an evil, he or she has no faith whatsoever.
Similarly, we are encouraged to support that which is good. One Hadith assures that a person, who persuades another one to do some good deed will get the same reward as the person he or she persuaded. It is best to practice amr bil ma’roof wa nahi anil munkar in one’s own sphere of influence, starting with family and friends.
At the second level of the aforesaid mechanism, this becomes a specialized task: a full-time job for a qualified and highly knowledgeable group of individuals, who guide towards the right path, such as religious scholars. Enjoining good and forbidding evil is of so much importance that Luqman, the Wise, made it a pertinent part of his advice to his son, as recounted in the Holy Qur’an. If the Ummah fails to do this duty, it will lead to the destruction of society and subsequently, Allah’s wrath may prevail. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) mentions Bani Israel in the following verse who failed to practice this:
“They used not to forbid one another from the Munkar which they committed. Vile indeed was what they used to do.” (Al-Ma’idah Surah 5, Ayah 79)
In today’s antagonistic society, it has indeed become very difficult to ask anyone to do good, or more importantly, stop them from committing a sin. Prevailing Islamophobia is not the only hindrance – this has become a more alien concept in Muslim societies. Western culture is inculcated so deeply in our minds that we actually believe in “to each his own” or “live and let live.” However, this is one of the major differences between Islamic teachings and the Western practices.
In Ayaat 163-164 of Surah Al-A’raf (7), Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) has mentioned a group of people who warned another group of people who were committing sins. People asked them not to do so as the sinners will one day be punished by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). To this, they said that they must, so that there is no excuse against them on the Day of Judgment and maybe the sinners would eventually start fearing Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala). Accordingly, it is a Muslim’s fundamental duty to preach what is good and forbid evil against all odds.
May Allah help us to fulfill our roles and responsibilities and may we practice what we preach, otherwise we are Muaafiqoon (Hypocrites).
Under the order Amr bil-Ma'roof and Nahi 'an-il-Munkar, it is my duty as a Muslim to advise all Muslim Brothers and Sisters to do GOOD and refrain from doing OTHERWISE.
The believing men and believing women are allies of one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and establish prayer and give Zakāh and obey Allah and His Messenger. Those - Allah will have mercy upon them. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah a-Tawbah, 9, Verse (Ayah) 71.
Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala says in the NOBLE QUR’AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34.
And do not approach the property of an orphan, except in the way that is the best, until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned. NOBLE QUR'AN, Surah al-Isra’, 17, Ayah 34
MY SHEIKH, LATE DR. MUHAMMAD MUHSIN KHAN, ADVISED ME NOT TO MAKE A PROMISE, “BUT IF YOU DO, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU FULFILL YOUR PROMISE.” May Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta’ala) bless himAmeen, and grant the best place in Jannat-tul-Firdous, Thumma Ameen.
THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY YOURS, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.
END OF THE STORY!
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