This text is a transcription of a lecture discussing the internal conflict within the Tablighi Jamaat, a large Islamic missionary movement. The speaker details the history of the Jamaat, highlighting key figures and events leading to a schism in 2016. He explores the underlying causes of the division, including succession disputes and differing interpretations of religious practices. The lecture further examines the broader context of sectarianism in Islam, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the Quran and Sunnah while advocating for tolerance and unity among diverse Muslim groups. Finally, the speaker urges a return to core Islamic principles to resolve the conflict and prevent further division within the Muslim community.
What are the two factions that have formed within the Tablighi Jamaat in recent years and what is the primary point of conflict between them?
What are the three main centers of the Tablighi Jamaat’s annual gatherings, and where are they located?
What are the titles of the two books used by the Tablighi Jamaat that have recently become a source of controversy, and why are they controversial?
What is the historical context of the Deobandi and Barelvi conflict, and what is the central issue of contention?
Who was Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi and what is his significance to the Tablighi Jamaat?
According to the speaker, what is the primary issue that caused the split in the Tablighi Jamaat after the death of Maulana Inamul Hasan?
What is the speaker’s view on sectarianism within Islam and what does he argue is the source of division?
According to the speaker, what is the importance of the Quran and Sunnah, and how should Muslims approach the interpretation of these sources?
How does the speaker analyze the hadith of the 73 sects in relation to sectarianism?
What is the speaker’s perspective on the role of the Imams in Islamic jurisprudence, and what is his specific objection to the way they are followed by some Muslims?
Quiz Answer Key
The two factions within the Tablighi Jamaat are the “building group,” which focuses on infrastructure and organization, and the “Shura group,” which adheres to a council-based leadership structure. The primary conflict is over leadership and authority, stemming from a dispute regarding the appointment of an amir (leader).
The three main centers of the Tablighi Jamaat’s annual gatherings are in Tongi (Bangladesh), near Lahore (Pakistan), and the Nizamuddin center in Delhi (India). These gatherings draw huge numbers of participants and are significant events in the Tablighi Jamaat calendar.
The two books are “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity.” They are controversial because they contain accounts of outlandish Sufi events and stories, which some find to be inconsistent with a strict adherence to the Qur’an and Sunnah.
The conflict between the Deobandi and Barelvi sects began after the establishment of the Deoband Madrasah and is rooted in differing views on Sufi practices and the authority of Hadith. Each group holds the other as not being a true Muslim, even though they both come from the Sunni and Hanafi schools of thought.
Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi was the founder of the Tablighi Jamaat, who started the movement in 1926 as an effort to educate Muslims at the basic level of the religion. He focused on teaching Muslims about ablutions and prayers, expanding the movement to various villages.
According to the speaker, the primary cause of the split in the Tablighi Jamaat was the failure to reestablish the Shoori (council) after the death of Maulana Inamul Hasan and a power struggle, resulting in the appointment of Maulana Saad Kandhalvi without the proper consultation.
The speaker views sectarianism as a curse and believes the primary source of division within the Islamic community is the creation of factions and the adherence to traditions and teachings outside of the Qur’an and Sunnah. He advocates for unity based on the teachings of the Qur’an and Sunnah.
The speaker emphasizes that the Qur’an and Sunnah are the supreme and fundamental sources of guidance in Islam. He advises that Muslims approach the interpretation of these sources by referencing Hadith and avoiding opinions or traditions that deviate from their teachings.
The speaker argues that the hadith of the 73 sects does not command Muslims to create sects. Rather, it is a prediction of what will happen. He states that the Qur’an orders Muslims not to create sects and to reject interpretations of Hadith that justify divisiveness.
The speaker believes that the Imams should be respected but that their sayings should not supersede the Qur’an and Sunnah. He objects to how some Muslims follow Imams dogmatically rather than directly studying the Qur’an and Hadith, specifically referencing the act of kissing the thumb.
Essay Questions
Analyze the historical development of the Tablighi Jamaat, including its origins, growth, and the internal conflicts that have led to its current state of division. How has the legacy of Ilyas Kandhalvi shaped the trajectory of the movement?
Discuss the role of religious texts in the Tablighi Jamaat, focusing on the controversial books “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity,” and the impact of these books on the schism within the Jamaat. How do they compare to more canonical texts of the Qur’an and Sunnah?
Examine the issue of sectarianism within Islam as described by the speaker. What are the core issues that contribute to sectarian divisions, and how does he suggest overcoming them? What are the obstacles to creating unity within Islam, as identified by the speaker?
Compare and contrast the speaker’s approach to understanding Islam with the practices of the Tablighi Jamaat and its various factions. In what ways does the speaker attempt to be a neutral observer while also providing an analysis of the movement’s theological underpinnings?
Discuss the speaker’s emphasis on the Qur’an and Sunnah as the primary sources of guidance in Islam. How does this compare with the speaker’s understanding of the role of the Imams and the traditional schools of thought?
Glossary of Key Terms
Tablighi Jamaat: A transnational Islamic missionary movement that encourages Muslims to return to a strict adherence to Sunni Islam.
Deobandi: A Sunni Islamic reform movement that emphasizes a strict interpretation of the Qur’an and Hadith, with a focus on education and missionary work.
Barelvi: A Sunni Islamic movement that emphasizes love and devotion to the Prophet Muhammad and includes practices that some consider Sufi, often in opposition to the Deobandi view.
Ahl al-Hadith: A movement within Sunni Islam that emphasizes the importance of direct study of the Hadith, and often opposes Sufi practices or traditions not directly found in the texts.
Shura: A consultative council used in Islamic decision-making. In this context, it refers to the leadership council within the Tablighi Jamaat.
Amir: A leader or commander, often used to denote the head of a religious group or organization. In this context, it is the disputed leadership position within the Tablighi Jamaat.
Nizamuddin Center: The original headquarters of the Tablighi Jamaat in Delhi, India.
Raiwand Center: A major center of the Tablighi Jamaat located in Pakistan.
Tongi (Bangladesh): A town near Dhaka, Bangladesh, known for hosting one of the largest annual Tablighi Jamaat gatherings.
Virtues of Deeds/Virtues of Charity: Two books written by Shaykh Zakaria Kandhalvi used by the Tablighi Jamaat that have become controversial for containing outlandish Sufi stories and accounts.
Hayat al-Sahaba: A book written by Yusuf Kandhalvi about the lives of the companions of the Prophet, used within the Tablighi Jamaat.
Ijtihad: The process of making a legal decision based on the Islamic legal tradition. The term refers to reasoned interpretation of Islamic law by qualified scholars.
Sunnah: The practice and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, serving as a secondary source of guidance for Muslims after the Qur’an.
Hadith: The recorded sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, which are used to guide Muslims in their religious practice and understanding.
Qur’an: The holy scripture of Islam, considered by Muslims to be the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
Ahl al-Bayt: The family of the Prophet Muhammad, including his descendants, wives, and other close relatives.
Tawheed: The concept of the oneness of God in Islam, which emphasizes that there is no other god but Allah.
Ghadir Khum: A specific location where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have delivered a sermon about the importance of Ahl al-Bayt.
Rifa al-Ideen: The practice of raising hands during prayer, specifically when going into and rising from the bowing position (Ruku’). This is a point of contention for some Sunni Muslims.
Ijma: The consensus of the Muslim scholars on a particular issue of law or practice.
Fard: A religious obligation in Islam that is considered a duty for all Muslims.
Mujaddid: A renewer of the faith, who is seen as coming at the turn of each century in the Islamic calendar to restore Islamic practice back to the traditions of the Prophet and his companions.
Nasbiy: A derogatory term given to individuals who show animosity toward the family of the Prophet Muhammad.
Kharijites: An early sect of Islam who broke away from mainstream Islam over political and religious disputes.
Wahhabi Movement: An Islamic revivalist movement that promotes a strict adherence to Islamic doctrine and often views other Muslims as apostate.
Shia: A sect of Islam that believe Ali ibn Abi Talib was the rightful successor to the Prophet Muhammad.
Qadiani: A group that stems from the Ahmadiyya movement that was founded in 1889. Orthodox Muslims don’t consider them to be proper Muslims.
Tablighi Jamaat Schism and Islamic Unity
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Briefing Document: Analysis of Discourse on the Tablighi Jamaat and Sectarianism within Islam
Date: October 22, 2024 (based on the text’s context)
Source: Excerpts from a transcript of a public session (number 179) held on December 29, 2024
Overview:
This briefing document summarizes a lengthy and complex discourse that primarily centers on the Tablighi Jamaat, a large Islamic organization, and its recent internal divisions. The speaker, who identifies as an engineer and a scholar of the Quran and Sunnah, provides a critical historical overview of the group, its origins, and its current conflict. The speaker also uses this specific conflict as a springboard to discuss broader issues within Islam, such as sectarianism, the importance of adhering directly to the Quran and Sunnah, and the dangers of blind following of tradition. The tone is critical yet somewhat sympathetic, seeking to inform and to advocate for a more unified and Quran-centered approach to Islam.
Key Themes and Ideas:
The Tablighi Jamaat and Its Internal Strife:
Origins and Growth: The Tablighi Jamaat was founded by Ilyas Kandhalvi in 1926 with the aim of teaching basic religious practices to Muslims. The speaker acknowledges their hard work and dedication to going “from village to village to town to town to the mosque” and expresses personal “love for the people of Tablighi Jamaat” for their self-sacrifice.
Current Division: For the past nine years, the Tablighi Jamaat has been split into two factions: one focused on the “building system” and the other on the “Shuri” (consultative council). The text specifies that the schism became public in 2015. This conflict recently resulted in violence at their annual gathering in Bangladesh on December 18, 2024, with “five people were martyred and more than a hundred were injured.”
Accusations and Rhetoric: Each group accuses the other of various offenses, including calling the opposing group “Saadiani” which is intentionally close to “Qadiani” in sound, suggesting they are heretical, and that one side is an “Indian agent” while other “is pro-Pakistan.”
Leadership Dispute: The dispute over leadership can be traced to the death of Inamul Hasan in 1995 and the failure to name a successor, resulting in a power vacuum and ultimately, the schism between Maulana Saad Kandhalvi and the Shura based in Raiwand. The speaker argues that the Tablighi Jamaat, which is generally averse to public sectarianism, is publicly showcasing its division.
Sectarianism Within Islam:
Historical Context: The speaker traces the historical roots of sectarianism in Islam, highlighting the Deobandi-Barelvi divide, which emerged in the early 20th century. They note that before the Deoband madrasa, distinctions between Muslims were not as significant, focusing instead on legal schools of thought.
Critique of Sectarianism: The speaker argues that sectarianism is a “curse” and a deviation from the true teachings of Islam. The speaker emphasizes the need to avoid sectarian labels. They believe that sectarianism and the lack of tolerance prevents Muslim unity.
Critique of Following Elders: The speaker takes issue with the practice of following elders in a tradition, that results in the failure to adhere to and interpret the Qur’an and Sunnah directly.
Call for Unity through Diversity: The speaker advocates for a form of unity that acknowledges diversity and encourages scholarly debate while emphasizing common ground in the Qur’an and Sunnah.
Importance of the Quran and Sunnah:
Primary Sources: The speaker insists that the Quran and the Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad) are the primary sources of guidance in Islam.
Rejection of Sectarian Interpretations: They are critical of sectarian interpretations of the Quran and Sunnah, particularly in the area of worship. They find that traditions based on the sayings of elders result in a loss of adherence to the true practices described in Hadith (collections of the sayings and actions of the Prophet).
Emphasis on Understanding: The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the meaning of the Quran, rather than simply reciting it without comprehension. The speaker strongly criticizes the Tablighi Jamaat for relying more on books of virtue than on the text of the Qur’an itself. They cite the example of the practice of Rafa ul-Yadayn (raising hands during prayer), which they see as a clear example of adherence to Sunnah over sectarian custom. The speaker states that “The entire religion of the whole stands on it.” in regards to following the recorded traditions of how the Prophet practiced Islam.
Critique of Traditional Islamic Practices:
Sufi Influences: The speaker is critical of certain Sufi practices and beliefs, particularly those found in books such as “Virtues of Deeds”, used by the Tablighi Jamaat before being removed by Maulana Saad Kandalvi. They reject stories in these books that conflict with the Quran and Sunnah.
Rejection of Imitation of Religious Leaders: The speaker states “we don’t believe any sage, we don’t believe traitors, yes, we believe those who are loyal to the Messenger of Allah”. They reject the practice of following particular religious leaders and state that the “Imams are not at fault” and “we are not saying anything to Imam Hanifa, Imam Shafi’i, Ahmad Ibn Hanbal, Imam Malik, to his followers”, but reject religious leaders’ ideas that do not follow Quran and Sunnah.
The Concept of “The Straight Path” (Sirat al-Mustaqim):
Emphasis on following the straight path. The speaker quotes a hadith about the Prophet drawing a straight line, representing the true path, and many crooked lines, representing the paths of deviation, and urges adherence to the Quran and Sunnah in an effort to avoid “paths of the devil”.
Call to adhere to the way of the blessed The speaker concludes by stating that “They have not made their own paths and whoever has deviated from their path is the wrongdoer.” The speaker makes this statement in the context of the Prophet’s path and those who have followed the same path.
Quotes of Significance:
“It is a very big international news for Muslims. Therefore, it is not only a cause of pain and suffering, but also a cause of shame.” – On the Tablighi Jamaat conflict.
“No Muslim in the world called himself a Deobandi before the Hanafis There was a difference between the Shafi’is and the Sunnis, but the difference was not that these Deobandis were Muslims…” – On the historical context of sectarianism.
“I think sectarianism is a curse and we should avoid it.” – On the speaker’s stance on sectarianism.
“The whole issue of sectarianism is going on and then we started the work of a separate invitation, not to form a congregation…” – On the speaker’s organization.
“…the Quran and the Sunnah of His Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). The Qur’an Who wants to believe that the Qur’an and the Sunnah are one and the same, these are not optional things in this regard, there are two sources in parallel, the one who denies the Sunnah is not misguided, brother, he is a disbeliever…” – On the importance of following the Sunnah.
“This book is meant to end the differences between Jews and Christians. The book made the Companions and now Rizwan out of misguidance and made them the imam of the whole humanity and you are saying that differences will arise…” – On the unifying effect of the Qur’an.
“…after the departure of the Messenger of Allah, the Qur’an is the supreme caliph on this planet earth…” – On the final authority of the Quran after the Prophet.
“These are crooked lines, isn’t there a devil sitting on top of each line, who is calling you to him, and in the center of which I have drawn a straight line.” He placed his finger on it and said, “I recited the verse of the Qur’an, ‘The straight path,’ and this is my path, which is the straight path, so follow it…” – On the importance of following the straight path.
Analysis:
The speaker’s analysis is comprehensive, historically informed, and critical of the status quo within many Islamic communities. They advocate for a return to the primary sources of Islam (Quran and Sunnah) while rejecting sectarianism, blind following of tradition, and innovations that go against the Prophet’s teachings. The speaker uses the current conflict within the Tablighi Jamaat as a case study to illustrate the harmful effects of sectarianism and the importance of following the straight path. They highlight the significance of adherence to the way of the blessed in following the straight path.
Potential Implications:
This discourse has the potential to provoke discussion and debate within Muslim communities. It is a call for a critical engagement with religious traditions, pushing for a more Quran and Sunnah focused practice of Islam, and it might encourage Muslims to look beyond traditional sectarian divisions. However, the speaker’s criticism of established practices and leadership may be met with resistance from those within those traditional systems. The speaker intends to encourage followers of these paths to reevaluate some of their beliefs and practices, but also to treat other Muslims with respect regardless of their sect.
Conclusion:
This public session provides a detailed and nuanced commentary on a specific conflict within the Tablighi Jamaat while touching on wider issues of sectarianism and correct Islamic practice. The speaker advocates for reform, tolerance, and a return to the primary sources of Islam in the interest of creating a unified and more tolerant Muslim community. The message is powerful, but is likely to be controversial.
The Tablighi Jamaat: Division and Disunity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tablighi Jamaat and what are its main activities?
The Tablighi Jamaat is a large, international Islamic organization that originated in India around 1926. It focuses on encouraging Muslims to adhere to basic Islamic practices like prayer, ablution, and reading the Quran. They are known for their door-to-door preaching efforts, often traveling from village to village, mosque to mosque, promoting these fundamentals. The organization emphasizes personal sacrifice and religious devotion among its members, who often fund their missionary activities from their own pockets. It is also noteworthy for its large gatherings, particularly in Tongi, Bangladesh, near Lahore, Pakistan, and at Nizamuddin, in Delhi, India. They have centers established in roughly 170 countries and are considered to be the largest organization in the Muslim world.
Why has the Tablighi Jamaat recently been in the news?
The Tablighi Jamaat has experienced significant internal conflict and division in recent years, stemming from disagreements over leadership and the methodology of preaching. This has led to the formation of two main factions: one aligned with the “building system” (construction and management of centers), and the other focused on the “Shura” (consultative council). These divisions have manifested in clashes, most notably at their annual gathering in Bangladesh on December 18, 2024, resulting in deaths and injuries. The accusations flying between the factions are also a factor in the media coverage, with each side accusing the other of various wrongdoings.
What are the main points of contention between the two factions within the Tablighi Jamaat?
The core of the conflict involves disputes over leadership succession following the death of previous leaders. This culminated in Maulana Saad Kandhalvi unilaterally declaring himself Amir (leader) in 2016, leading to a split from the Shura council, the original group. The original Shura group felt that the 10 member Shura should have selected a new amir as decided in 1993. This resulted in each faction declaring the other’s mosques to be illegitimate, while accusations of betrayal and even foreign influence (Indian Agent), are common in the videos uploaded by the different factions. The factions differ also on the usage of specific books, for instance, Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s faction no longer endorses “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity,” which have been sources of controversy.
What is the significance of the books “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity” and why are they now controversial?
These books, authored by Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi, have historically been a part of the Tablighi Jamaat’s curriculum. However, they have come under criticism for containing narratives and stories perceived as fantastical, and for promoting ideas associated with Sufi practices and beliefs. Some critics, including Maulana Tariq Jameel, have argued that these narratives are not grounded in the Qur’an or the Sunnah. It’s also important to note that the authorship of these texts has been a factor, as the books are from the father of Maulana Saad Kanlavi, who was in the party of Sufism and Peri Muridi. This is why Saad Kandhalvi banned the books.
How does the Tablighi Jamaat relate to the broader historical conflict between the Deobandi and Barelvi schools of thought?
The Tablighi Jamaat is rooted in the Deobandi school of thought, which emerged as a reaction against certain Sufi practices and beliefs. The Deobandi school originated with the establishment of the Deoband Madrasa. This madrasa was formed because its scholars began to differ from Sufi thought, specifically taking aspects from the Ahl al-Hadith school. The Barelvi school of thought, in response, arose in 1904 in opposition to the Deobandi school and their deviations from Sufi thought. This led to a long-standing theological and cultural conflict between these two schools, with each side accusing the other of being outside the fold of Islam. This history of sectarianism affects how each faction within the Tablighi Jamaat views the other.
How does the speaker view the role of sectarianism in Islam?
The speaker views sectarianism as a detrimental force in Islam, believing it to be a curse. He argues that divisions and sects are a violation of the Qur’anic injunction to “hold fast to the rope of Allah and do not be divided into sects”. He believes the constant infighting and accusations of disbelief that each sect throws at each other creates disunity. He stresses that Muslims should primarily adhere to the Qur’an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad and avoid creating sects. He further asserts that each group thinks that their way is right, and because of that, it is easy for that group to deem all other groups are on the path to hell. He supports a more tolerant approach to differences in practice, where groups should focus on constructive scholarly criticism rather than outright denouncement.
What is the speaker’s position on following the Qur’an and the Sunnah?
The speaker strongly emphasizes that the Qur’an and the Sunnah are the primary sources of guidance for Muslims. He maintains that the method for the prayer was not described in the Quran, and therefore must come from the Sunnah and its related Hadiths. He argues that adherence to these sources will prevent Muslims from going astray, as the Prophet’s final instructions centered around these two things. He also stresses the importance of understanding the Qur’an rather than simply reciting it without comprehension. He highlights a hadith in which the Prophet (PBUH) states the best book of Allah is the Book of Allah, and the best path is that of Muhammad, and that any new actions in religion are considered heresies and will lead to hell.
What is the significance of the Hadith of Ghadeer Khum, and what does it tell us about the two things the Prophet left behind?
The speaker considers the Hadith of Ghadeer Khum to be of the highest importance. It details the Prophet, peace be upon him, declaring that he was leaving behind two weighty things for his followers: the Qur’an and his Ahl al-Bayt (his family). This is considered an important hadith because the Quran is not just a book, but rather “The Rope of Allah”, that if followed closely, will keep one from going astray. The Hadith goes on to say that the Prophet (PBUH) implores his followers to treat the Ahl al-Bayt well. The speaker believes that this hadith shows the significance of the Qur’an and also the importance of respecting the Prophet’s family. He argues that the Muslim Ummah has failed to uphold either of these.
The Tablighi Jamaat Schism
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Timeline of Events
1904: Madrasah Manzarul Islam Barelwi is built, marking the formal establishment of the Barelvi sect.
1905:Five Fatwas of infidelity (Hussam al-Haramayin) are issued against Deobandi scholars by Barelvi scholars.
Einstein publishes his Special Theory of Relativity, while the Deobandi-Barelvi conflict escalates.
Deobandi scholars write Al-Muhand Ali Al-Mufand in response to accusations of infidelity, but these are not accepted by the Barelvis.
1926: Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi starts the work of Tablighi Jamaat in Mewat, initially focused on educating Muslims.
1944: Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi dies.
1965: Maulana Yusuf Kandhalvi, Ilyas’s son, dies at the age of 48 after serving as Amir for 21 years; he wrote Hayat al-Sahaba.
1965: Instead of Yusuf’s son, Haroon, Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi appoints his son-in-law, Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi, as the Amir of Tablighi Jamaat.
1981: Dawat-e-Islami is formed by Barelvi scholars, with access to existing Barelvi mosques.
1993: Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi forms a ten-member council to choose a successor as Amir.
1995: Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi dies; the ten-member council fails to choose a new Amir, and the leadership falls to the council.
2007: The speaker of the text attends the Tablighi Jamaat gathering at Raiwind on 2nd November.
2008: The speaker moves towards Ahl al-Hadith beliefs.
2009: The speaker starts to understand issues of sectarianism
2010: The speaker starts regular video recordings of Quran classes in October.
March 2014: Maulana Zubair Al Hasan, a member of the Shura council, dies.
November 2015:Meeting of the Tablighi Jamaat in Raiwand.
Haji Abdul Wahab adds 11 new members to the shura, making a total of 13, and Maulana Saad Kandhalvi is named as one of the two most senior.
Maulana Saad Kandhalvi refuses to sign the document with the 13 members.
June 2016: Maulana Saad Kandhalvi declares himself the Amir of the Tablighi Jamaat, sparking a split within the organization. He expelled members of the other side from the Nizamuddin mosque in Delhi.
December 1, 2018: A clash occurs between the two factions of the Tablighi Jamaat in Bangladesh.
November 18, 2018: Haji Abdul Wahab dies.
December 18, 2024: Violent clashes in Bangladesh between the two Tablighi Jamaat groups result in 5 deaths and over 100 injuries. This event causes the speaker of the text to discuss the history of Tablighi Jamaat in public.
December 29, 2024: The speaker gives public session number 179, discussing these events.
Cast of Characters
Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi: Founder of the Tablighi Jamaat in 1926. He focused on educating Muslims and his work spread quickly. He died in 1944.
Maulana Yusuf Kandhalvi: Son of Ilyas Kandhalvi; the second Amir of Tablighi Jamaat. Served for 21 years, wrote Hayat al-Sahaba. Died at the age of 48 in 1965.
Maulana Haroon Kandhalvi: Son of Yusuf Kandhalvi, not chosen as the next Amir of Tablighi Jamaat after his father’s death.
Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi: Nephew of Ilyas Kandhalvi and cousin of Yusuf Kandhalvi. Chose his son-in-law as Amir instead of Yusuf’s son. Wrote Virtues of Actions, Virtues of Hajj, Virtues of Durood and Virtues of Charity.
Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi: Son-in-law of Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi; the third Amir of Tablighi Jamaat, serving for 30 years (1965-1995). Established the ten-member council.
Maulana Saad Kandhalvi: A descendant of Ilyas Kandhalvi who declared himself the Amir in 2016, leading to the current split within the Tablighi Jamaat. He leads the faction based at the Nizamuddin center in India and has banned some Tablighi books.
Haji Abdul Wahab: A senior member of the Tablighi Jamaat Shura (council) and teacher. He was with Ilyas Kandhalvi in 1926. Attempted to make peace between the groups in 2016 before passing away in 2018.
Maulana Zubair Al Hasan: Member of the ten-member Shura, who died in March 2014.
Rashid Ahmed Gangui, Ashraf Ali Thanvi, and Ismail Ambeti: Deobandi scholars who were targets of the Fatwas of infidelity from the Barelvis in 1905.
Khalil Ahmad Saharanpuri: Deobandi scholar who wrote Al-Muhand Ali Al-Mufand in response to accusations of infidelity from the Barelvis in 1905.
Imam Nabawi: Author of Riyad al-Saliheen, a widely read hadith book.
Maulana Tariq Jameel: A contemporary religious scholar who has criticized some of the traditional stories found in Tablighi books.
Imam Ahmed Barelvi: Founder of the Barelvi sect.
Ibn Abidin al-Shami: A scholar from 1252 A.H. who gave a blasphemous fatwa about Surah Al-Fatiha. Deobandi scholars cite him with respect.
Imam Abu Hanifa: Founder of the Hanafi school of law, whose opinions are followed by both Deobandis and Barelvis.
Sheikh Ahmad Sarandi (Mujaddid al-Thani): Declared himself a Mujaddid and claimed that if a prophet was to come to the Ummah, he would follow Hanafi law.
Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani: A respected Sufi figure. Author of Ghaniya Talibeen.
Imam al-Ghazali: A respected Sufi figure who lived from 505 – 506 Hijri.
Maulana Ilyas Qadri: Leader of the Dawat-e-Islami movement.
Maulana Ilyas: Leader of a small Tablighi Jamaat of Ahl al-Hadith.
Engineer (Speaker of the text): The speaker of the text who describes the history of the Tablighi Jamaat and Islamic sectarianism. He considers all the sects to be Muslim.
Qazi Shur: A judge of Kufa who wrote a letter to Hazrat Umar about issues of Ijtihad.
Imam Ibn Al-Mazar: Author of Kitab al-Ijma, a book on the consensus of Islamic scholars.
Zayd Ibn Arqam: Narrator of the hadith of Ghadeer Khum.
Hazrat Umar: Companion of the Prophet, second Caliph.
Hazrat Abu Bakr: Companion of the Prophet, first Caliph.
Mufti Amjad Ali: Author of Bhar Shariat.
Syed Farman Ali Shah: Whose translation is used for the Deobandis.
Gulam Ahmad Qadiani: The person who formed the Qadiani movement.
This detailed breakdown should provide a solid understanding of the key events and figures discussed in the text. Let me know if you have any other questions!
The Tablighi Jamaat Schism
The Tablighi Jamaat, a Deobandi sect, has experienced a significant split in recent years, leading to internal conflict and division [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the key aspects of this schism based on the provided sources:
Origins and Early Growth:
The Tablighi Jamaat was started by Ilyas Kandhalvi, with the goal of teaching basic Islamic practices [1, 3].
It became a large organization with centers established in 170 countries [3].
The Jamaat is known for its commitment to preaching and personal sacrifice, with members often using their own money to travel and spread their message [3].
They focus on teaching basic practices like ablution and prayer, and their work is considered effective [3].
The Split:
Internal Division: Over the last nine years, the Tablighi Jamaat has been divided into two groups: one focused on the building system and the other on the Shura (council) [1].
Public Disagreement: This division became very public in December 2024 during the annual gathering in Tongi, Bangladesh, when clashes between the two factions resulted in casualties [1, 4].
Accusations: The two groups have engaged in mutual accusations. The Shura group, based in Raiwind (Pakistan), has accused Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s group of being Indian agents [4]. Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s group is referred to as “Saadiani” by the other group, which is a derogatory term that sounds similar to “Qadiani,” a group considered heretical by many Muslims [2].
Centers of Division: The split is evident in different centers globally. The main centers are in Tongi (Bangladesh), Raiwind (Pakistan), and Nizamuddin (India), with the Nizamuddin center being associated with Maulana Saad Kandhalvi [1, 4].
Leadership Dispute: The conflict is rooted in a disagreement over leadership succession following the death of Maulana Inamul Hasan in 1995. A ten-member council was supposed to choose a new leader, but this did not happen [5, 6]. In 2016, Maulana Saad Kandhalvi declared himself the Amir (leader), which was not accepted by the Shura [6].
Key Figures and Their Roles:
Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi: Founder of Tablighi Jamaat [1, 7]. He passed away in 1944 [7].
Yusuf Kandhalvi: Son of Ilyas Kandhalvi, who served as Amir for 21 years and died in 1965 [8].
Maulana Haroon Kandhalvi: Son of Yusuf Kandhalvi, who was not chosen as the next Amir [5, 8].
Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi: A nephew of Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi and cousin of Yusuf Kandhalvi. He chose his son-in-law, Maulana Inamul Hasan, as Amir instead of Maulana Haroon Kandhalvi [5]. He wrote the book Virtues of Deeds, which is now not read by the group led by Maulana Saad Kandhalvi [3, 9].
Maulana Inamul Hasan: Son-in-law of Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi, who served as Amir for 30 years (1965-1995) [5].
Maulana Saad Kandhalvi: A descendant of Ilyas Kandhalvi and the leader of one of the two factions. He is in charge of the Nizamuddin center in India [10].
Haji Abdul Wahab: A senior member of the Shura who opposed Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s claim to leadership [6, 10]. He died in 2018 [10].
Impact of the Split:
Clashes and Casualties: The dispute has resulted in physical clashes and casualties [4, 11].
Division of Followers: The majority of the Tablighi Jamaat is with the Shura group centered in Raiwind [10]. The common members of the Tablighi Jamaat are not fully aware of the split [12].
Accusations of Sectarianism: The conflict is seen as part of a broader issue of sectarianism within Islam [11].
Underlying Issues:
Sectarian Tensions: The split is partly due to long-standing tensions between Deobandi and Barelvi sects. The speaker mentions that he hated the Tablighi Jamaat when he was younger because they belonged to the Deobandi sect [2].
Controversial Books: The group led by Maulana Saad Kandhalvi no longer uses books like Virtues of Deeds, which is considered controversial [3, 9].
Leadership Disputes: A major issue is the lack of clear succession process within the Tablighi Jamaat [5].
In conclusion, the Tablighi Jamaat’s split is a complex issue involving leadership disputes, sectarian tensions, and disagreements over practices. The division has led to physical conflict and has caused concern among Muslims [3, 4].
Sectarianism in Islam
Sectarianism within Islam is a significant issue, characterized by divisions and conflicts among different groups [1, 2]. The sources highlight several aspects of this problem, including its historical roots, its impact on Muslim communities, and the different perspectives on it [3-5].
Historical Roots of Sectarianism
Early Divisions: The sources suggest that the seeds of sectarianism were sown early in Islamic history [6].
After the death of the Prophet Muhammad, political disagreements led to the emergence of the Sunni and Shia sects [6].
The rise of different schools of thought (madhhabs) also contributed to the divisions, although they initially did not cause as much conflict [3].
Deobandi and Barelvi: A major split occurred with the emergence of the Deobandi and Barelvi sects in the Indian subcontinent. These two groups, both Sunni and Hanafi, developed from differing views on Sufi thought and Ahl al-Hadith teachings [3, 4].
The establishment of the Deoband Madrasa and the Barelvi Madrasa further solidified this division [3].
These groups have a long history of disagreement and conflict, with each not accepting the other as true Muslims [3].
Manifestations of Sectarianism
Mutual Condemnation: The different sects often accuse each other of being misguided or even outside the fold of Islam [3, 7].
The Barelvi’s issued fatwas of infidelity against Deobandi scholars [4].
The Deobandis and Barelvis are not ready to accept the other as Muslim [3].
Accusations and derogatory terms are used against each other, such as “Saadiani” to describe followers of Maulana Saad Kandhalvi, which is a word that is meant to sound like “Qadiani,” a group considered heretical [3, 8].
Physical Conflict: Sectarian tensions have sometimes resulted in physical violence, as seen in the clashes within the Tablighi Jamaat [2, 8].
Members of one group of Tablighi Jamaat attacked members of another group, resulting in deaths and injuries [8].
Mosques are sometimes declared as “Masjid Darar,” (a mosque of the hypocrites) by opposing groups [9].
Intolerance: The sources suggest that sectarianism leads to intolerance and a lack of respect for different views within the Muslim community [7, 10].
Sectarian groups are more focused on defending their own positions and attacking others [7].
This is demonstrated by the practice of some groups of throwing away prayer rugs of other groups in mosques [2, 9].
Different Perspectives on Sectarianism
Sectarian Identity: Each sect often views itself as the sole possessor of truth, with the other groups being misguided [7].
Ahl al-Hadith consider themselves to be on the path of tawheed (oneness of God) [7].
Barelvis see themselves as the “contractors of Ishq Rasool” (love of the Prophet) [7].
Deobandis claim to defend the Companions of the Prophet, although they will not discuss aspects of their history that do not support their point of view [7].
The Quran’s View: The sources emphasize that the Quran condemns sectarianism and division [5].
The Quran urges Muslims to hold fast to the “rope of Allah” and not to divide into sects [5].
The Quran states that those who create sects have nothing to do with the Messenger of Allah [5].
Critique of Sectarianism: The speaker in the sources critiques sectarianism, arguing that it is a curse and that all sects should be considered as Muslims [2].
He suggests that unity should be based on scholarly discussion, rather than on forming exclusive groups [10].
He also believes that groups often focus on their own particularities, while ignoring the foundational values of Islam. [7]
The speaker says that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; it is the fault of the followers of the Imams [6].
The Role of the Quran and Sunnah
The Straight Path: The sources highlight the importance of following the Quran and the Sunnah (Prophet’s practices) as the “straight path” [11, 12].
This path is contrasted with the “crooked lines” of sectarianism and division [11].
The sources argue that the Quran and the Sunnah are the core sources of guidance [13, 14].
Interpretation: Differences often arise from the interpretation of the Quran and Sunnah, which are used to justify sectarian differences. [15]
Each sect has its own translation of the Quran, leading to varying understandings [16].
Some groups emphasize adherence to specific interpretations of religious texts and actions, often based on the teachings of their own scholars, rather than focusing on the core teachings of Islam [15].
Conclusion Sectarianism in Islam is a complex and multifaceted issue with historical, theological, and social dimensions [5]. The sources highlight that sectarianism leads to division, conflict, and intolerance within the Muslim community [1, 2, 7]. They call for a return to the core principles of Islam, as found in the Quran and Sunnah, and for mutual respect and tolerance among all Muslims [5, 10, 11]. The sources emphasize that the Quran condemns sectarianism and that the true path is one of unity based on shared faith and not sectarian identity [5, 11, 12].
Islamic Jurisprudence: Sources, Schools, and Sectarianism
Islamic jurisprudence, or fiqh, is a complex system of legal and ethical principles derived from the Quran and the Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad). The sources discuss several key aspects of Islamic jurisprudence, particularly how it relates to different interpretations and practices within Islam.
Core Sources of Islamic Jurisprudence:
The Quran is considered the primary source of guidance and law [1, 2].
It is regarded as the direct word of God and is the ultimate authority in Islam.
Muslims are urged to hold fast to the Quran as a source of unity and guidance [3].
The Sunnah, which encompasses the sayings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, is the second most important source [2, 4, 5].
The Sunnah provides practical examples of how to implement the teachings of the Quran [2].
It is transmitted through hadiths, which are reports of the Prophet’s words and actions [2, 4].
Ijma (consensus of the Muslim scholars) is another source of Islamic jurisprudence [6].
It represents the collective understanding of Islamic law by qualified scholars.
The sources mention that the ummah will never agree on misguidance [6].
Ijtihad (independent legal reasoning) is the process by which qualified scholars derive new laws based on the Quran and the Sunnah when there is no clear guidance in the primary sources [6].
Ijtihad allows for the application of Islamic principles to new situations and circumstances [6].
The sources point out that the door of ijtihad is open until the Day of Resurrection [1].
Schools of Thought (Madhhabs):
The sources mention different schools of thought, or madhhabs, within Sunni Islam, including the Hanafi, Shafi’i, Maliki and Hanbali schools [7, 8].
These schools developed as scholars interpreted and applied the Quran and Sunnah differently.
The speaker indicates that these different Imams did not spread sectarianism, but their followers did [8, 9].
The Hanafi school is particularly mentioned, as it is the school of jurisprudence followed by Deobandis, Barelvis, and even Qadianis [7, 10].
The sources note that there is no mention in the Quran or Sunnah that Muslims must follow one of these particular schools of thought [8, 11].
It is said that the four imams had their own expert opinions [8].
The Imams themselves said that if they say anything that is against the Quran and Sunnah, then their words should be left [9].
Points of Jurisprudential Disagreement:
The sources discuss disagreements over specific practices, like Rafa al-Yadain (raising the hands during prayer), which is practiced by those who follow the hadiths from Bukhari and Muslim, but not by Hanafis [12].
The speaker in the source says that he follows the method of prayer from Bukhari and Muslim [10].
Hanafis, in contrast, do not perform Rafa al-Yadain [10, 12].
The sources indicate that different groups within Islam have varying interpretations of what constitutes proper Islamic practice [12].
For instance, some groups emphasize the importance of specific rituals, while others focus on different aspects of faith [13].
The source suggests that sectarianism arises because each sect has its own interpretation of the Quran and Sunnah [5].
Differences in jurisprudence are often related to different understandings of what is considered Sunnah [12].
The speaker points out that there are different types of Sunnah [12].
The practice of kissing the thumbs is also a point of difference. The Barelvis kiss their thumbs, while the Deobandis do not. The source explains that this is a point of disagreement even within Hanafi jurisprudence [14].
The speaker also says that both are incorrect in light of the Quran and Sunnah [14].
Ijtihad and Modern Issues
The source states that the door of Ijtihad remains open until the Day of Judgment and that it is a beauty of Islam that allows people in different locations to address issues that are not directly covered in the Quran and Sunnah [1].
Ijtihad is considered necessary to address contemporary issues that did not exist at the time of the Prophet, such as those related to technology or modern life [1, 6].
Examples include issues of blood donation, praying in airplanes, and other contemporary matters [6].
The need for ijtihad allows the religion to remain relevant across time and cultures.
The sources mention that the scope of Ijtihad is limited to issues on which there is no consensus, and it does not contradict the Quran or Sunnah [1, 6].
The source says that Ijtihad should be performed by a wise person who is familiar with the proper process [6].
Emphasis on the Quran and Sunnah
The sources consistently emphasize the importance of the Quran and Sunnah as the primary sources for guidance [1, 2, 5].
It states that all actions must be in accordance with the Quran and Sunnah [1].
The Prophet emphasized the importance of holding fast to the Quran and Sunnah [2].
The source indicates that the Quran and Sunnah should be considered the main source of information about religion [11].
The speaker indicates that the Sunnah is essential for understanding and practicing Islam. The method of prayer is not described in the Quran, but comes from the Sunnah [2].
The Problem of Sectarianism and Jurisprudence
The source also suggests that sectarianism is a result of differences in jurisprudential interpretations and an over-emphasis on the opinions of specific scholars and imams [9, 13].
The speaker emphasizes that sectarianism is a curse and that Muslims should avoid it [3, 7].
He stresses the importance of focusing on the core values of the Quran and Sunnah.
He also suggests that each group should engage in intellectual discussion and not condemn others [3, 13].
He states that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; the fault is with their followers [8, 9].
In summary, Islamic jurisprudence is a rich and complex system based on the Quran and the Sunnah, which is interpreted and applied through Ijma and Ijtihad. The sources show how this process has led to different schools of thought and varying interpretations of Islamic law and practice. While there is space for scholarly disagreement and the need to address contemporary issues, the sources also emphasize the need to avoid sectarianism and adhere to the core principles of the Quran and Sunnah.
Quranic Interpretation and Sectarianism
Quranic interpretation, or tafsir, is a crucial aspect of Islamic scholarship, involving the explanation and understanding of the Quran’s verses [1]. The sources discuss how different approaches to Quranic interpretation have contributed to sectarianism and varying understandings of Islam.
Importance of the Quran:
The Quran is considered the direct word of God and the primary source of guidance in Islam [2, 3].
The sources emphasize the Quran as a source of unity, urging Muslims to hold fast to it [4].
It is considered a complete guide for humanity [5].
The Quran is the ultimate authority, and the Sunnah explains how to implement the Quranic teachings [3].
Challenges in Quranic Interpretation:
The sources point out that differences in interpretation of the Quran are a major source of sectarianism [1, 5].
Each sect often has its own translation of the Quran, leading to varying understandings and disputes [1].
Some groups emphasize the literal reading of the Quran and Sunnah, while others focus on more metaphorical or contextual interpretations [1, 6, 7].
The Quran was meant to end differences between people, not create them. [1].
The Role of the Sunnah:
The Sunnah, which encompasses the sayings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, is essential for understanding and practicing Islam [3].
The method of prayer, for example, is not fully described in the Quran, but comes from the Sunnah [3].
The sources emphasize that the Sunnah is a necessary complement to the Quran, clarifying and elaborating on its teachings [3].
Both the Quran and the Sunnah should be followed as sources of guidance [3].
The Problem of Sectarian Interpretations
The sources criticize the tendency of some groups to prioritize their own interpretations and traditions over the core message of the Quran [8].
Sectarian groups often consider their own interpretations as the only correct ones.
The speaker in the source notes that many Muslims read the Quran in Arabic without understanding its meaning, leading to misinterpretations and manipulations by religious leaders [1, 5].
Some groups emphasize the teachings of their own scholars and imams, while ignoring the core teachings of Islam from the Quran and Sunnah [8-10].
The source suggests that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; it is the fault of their followers [2, 11].
Sectarian interpretations of the Quran are seen as a deviation from the intended purpose of the scripture. [9]
Some groups reject valid hadith and only accept the teachings of their own imams, even when the imams’ teachings are not based on the Quran and Sunnah [12].
The Correct Approach to Interpretation
The speaker emphasizes the importance of directly engaging with the Quran and Sunnah rather than relying on interpretations of religious clerics or scholars [10].
The sources suggest that the Quran is meant to be understood, not just recited without comprehension [1, 5].
There is a call for a return to the core principles of the Quran and Sunnah, without sectarian biases [3].
The sources suggest that scholarly discussion and intellectual engagement, rather than dogmatic adherence to specific interpretations, are necessary for proper understanding [9].
The sources refer to a hadith that calls for the community to refer to the Quran and Sunnah when there is a dispute [3, 13].
The speaker believes that the Quran is meant to unite people, not divide them [1].
Historical Context and the Quran
The sources also suggest that the Quran must be understood in its historical context.
The speaker explains that the Quran was meant to be a guide for all people and that Muslims should not be like those who recite it without understanding [1].
Ijtihad and Interpretation
The sources also touch on the role of ijtihad, or independent reasoning, in interpreting the Quran.
Ijtihad is used to interpret Islamic law when there is no direct guidance in the Quran or Sunnah [14].
The door of ijtihad is open until the Day of Judgment to address contemporary issues that did not exist at the time of the Prophet [15].
Ijtihad should be performed by a qualified scholar and should not contradict the Quran or Sunnah [14].
In summary, Quranic interpretation is a critical aspect of Islamic practice, but it is also a source of sectarianism due to differences in how the text is understood. The sources call for a return to the Quran and Sunnah, and for direct engagement with the scripture, as well as an understanding of its original historical context. The sources emphasize the importance of using both the Quran and the Sunnah as guides and stress that the Quran is meant to be understood and not simply recited, while discouraging reliance on specific interpretations of religious clerics and scholars, in order to avoid sectarianism.
Islamic Unity: Challenges and Pathways
Religious unity is a significant theme in the sources, particularly in the context of Islam, where sectarianism and division are identified as major challenges. The sources emphasize the importance of the Quran and Sunnah as unifying forces, while also discussing the obstacles to achieving true unity among Muslims.
Core Principles for Unity
The Quran is presented as the primary source of unity [1]. It is considered the direct word of God and the ultimate authority in Islam [2, 3].
Muslims are urged to hold fast to the Quran as a source of guidance and unity [1].
The Quran is meant to end differences between people, not create them [4].
The Sunnah, the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, is also crucial for unity [3].
The Sunnah is a necessary complement to the Quran, clarifying and elaborating on its teachings [3].
Both the Quran and the Sunnah should be followed as sources of guidance [3].
The concept of Ijma (consensus of Muslim scholars) is also mentioned as a source of unity, representing the collective understanding of Islamic law [5].
The sources state that the ummah will never agree on misguidance [5].
The sources emphasize that all Muslims are brothers and sisters and that they should respect each other [1, 6].
Obstacles to Unity
Sectarianism is identified as a major obstacle to religious unity [1].
The sources note that sectarianism arises from differences in interpretations of the Quran and Sunnah, as well as from the overemphasis on the opinions of specific scholars [1, 7].
Each sect often has its own translation of the Quran, leading to varying understandings and disputes [4].
The sources criticize the tendency of some groups to prioritize their own interpretations and traditions over the core message of the Quran [8].
The speaker emphasizes that sectarianism is a curse and that Muslims should avoid it [1, 6].
The sources suggest that many Muslims read the Quran in Arabic without understanding its meaning, leading to misinterpretations and manipulations by religious leaders [4, 9].
Blind adherence to the opinions of religious clerics and scholars is also seen as a cause of disunity [4, 10].
The source suggests that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; it is the fault of their followers [1, 7, 11-13].
Internal conflicts and disputes within religious groups further exacerbate the problem [14].
The sources describe how disagreements within the Tablighi Jamaat led to its division into two factions, resulting in violence and animosity [2, 6, 12, 14, 15].
The sources also mention historical events, such as the conflict between the Deobandis and Barelvis and the Sunni and Shia split, as examples of how political and theological disagreements can lead to division [11, 16, 17].
Pathways to Unity
The sources stress the importance of focusing on the core values of the Quran and Sunnah, rather than getting caught up in sectarian differences [1, 3, 5, 18].
Muslims should engage directly with the Quran and Sunnah, rather than relying on interpretations of religious clerics or scholars [4, 10].
Intellectual discussion and engagement, rather than condemnation of others, are necessary for proper understanding [8, 12].
The source suggests that each group should engage in intellectual discussion and not condemn others [12].
The sources emphasize the importance of tolerance and mutual respect among different groups [8, 11, 14].
Muslims should avoid labeling others as “hell-bound” [8].
The sources suggest that a recognition of the diversity of interpretations is necessary [8, 12].
The source states that the ummah cannot come together on one platform and that it should give space to everyone [12].
The sources point to the need for Ijtihad to address contemporary issues, which may contribute to a sense of shared understanding and engagement with faith in modern contexts [5, 19].
The source notes that the door of ijtihad is open until the Day of Judgment and that it is a beauty of Islam that allows people in different locations to address issues that are not directly covered in the Quran and Sunnah [5, 19].
Emphasis on Shared Humanity
The sources highlight the importance of recognizing the shared humanity of all people and avoiding sectarianism and prejudice.
The source states that there is no prophet after the Prophet Muhammad and that Muslims should focus on the Quran and Sunnah [12].
The speaker emphasizes that despite differences in interpretation, all sects of Islam are considered Muslim [8].
The goal should be to foster unity based on the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah, while respecting the diversity of perspectives [12].
In conclusion, the sources present a complex view of religious unity, acknowledging both the unifying potential of the Quran and Sunnah, and the divisive forces of sectarianism and misinterpretations. The path to unity, according to the sources, lies in a return to the core principles of Islam, fostering intellectual engagement, and promoting tolerance and mutual respect, while avoiding sectarianism and prejudice.
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This interview discusses interpretations of Islamic texts, particularly the Quran and Hadith, focusing on disagreements among contemporary scholars regarding their application to modern issues. Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza critiques the views of Muhammad Ghamdi, another scholar, highlighting discrepancies in their understanding of fundamental Islamic beliefs and practices. The conversation also addresses the role of religious scholars in society, examining their influence on political events and social issues within Pakistan. Specific controversies concerning religious interpretations of haram and halal, women’s rights, and the treatment of minority groups are debated, emphasizing the tension between traditional interpretations and modern societal challenges. The interview concludes by examining the role of religious leaders in political discourse and the responsibility of the state to uphold the rule of law and protect all citizens.
The two major sources of Islamic teachings are the Qur’an and the Hadith, which are the recorded sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad.
New translations and commentaries continue to be written because people believe previous ones were either misunderstood, incorrect, or that new insights and interpretations are needed due to new problems arising.
The things that are “frozen” in Islamic belief include the nature of Allah, the attributes of the Prophet Muhammad, the end of prophethood, the position of angels, and the concept of previous prophets.
Ijtihad is the process of independent legal reasoning, and disagreements are acceptable in matters of ijtihad. There is an open-ended aspect of Islam that allows for interpretations based on the Qur’an and Sunnah to resolve new issues.
The Arabic language, due to the Qur’an, has remained largely fixed since the time of revelation, with only new words being added to the dictionary, allowing for consistent interpretations across time.
The initial form of revelation received by Prophet Muhammad was through good dreams and then visions. These dreams were described as the fortieth part of prophethood and hinted at his future mission.
In the context of Pakistan, the term “non-state actors” refers to groups that operate outside the control of the government and may engage in violence or disruptive activities. The author specifically rejects the idea that the Ahl al-Hadith sect are non-state actors.
The three modes of supplication are: what is asked for will be granted, some other suffering will be removed in its place, or it will be saved for the Day of Resurrection.
Allah’s knowledge of the future is a complete understanding of what will happen, but this knowledge does not mean a person is forced to act in a predetermined way. Fate is like a teacher’s foreknowledge of a failing student; the teacher’s knowledge doesn’t cause the failure.
The author suggests the biggest Taghut within the Muslim community is the acceptance of teachings of elders that contradict the Qur’an and Sunnah, as well as the worship of deceased saints.
Instructions: Answer each question using the source material provided. Develop well-structured and detailed arguments with evidence drawn directly from the text.
Analyze the speaker’s critique of religious traditionalism and innovation, especially regarding interpretation of sacred texts. How does the speaker balance the need for adherence to core beliefs with the need for engagement with contemporary issues?
Discuss the role of ijtihad (independent reasoning) as presented in the text, and its significance in the interpretation of Islamic teachings. How does the speaker believe that ijtihad should be used to approach modern issues within the Muslim community?
Explore the relationship between science and faith as it is discussed in the text. How does the speaker differentiate between areas of knowledge that are “frozen” and those that can be influenced by scientific findings?
How does the speaker portray the causes of extremism within Pakistan, and what role do state actors play? Include specific examples from the text in your response.
Consider the speaker’s stance on free will and destiny. How does the speaker interpret the concept of predestination within Islamic beliefs, and how does it influence individual accountability?
Glossary of Key Terms
Ahl al-Hadith: A movement within Sunni Islam that emphasizes strict adherence to the Qur’an and the Hadith (prophetic traditions).
Banu Umayyad: A historical Islamic caliphate that has been criticized for its actions and policies by some Muslims.
Deoband: A Sunni Islamic school of thought that originated in India.
Hadith: The recorded sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, forming a major source of Islamic law and practice.
Ijtihad: Independent legal reasoning or the process of making a legal decision based on Islamic texts, used when no explicit ruling is found in the Qur’an or Hadith.
Imam Mahdi: A future Islamic leader who, according to some Islamic traditions, will restore justice and peace to the world.
Jihad: The struggle, both internal (spiritual) and external (military, social) to adhere to Islamic teachings.
Loh Mahfooz: The preserved tablet, believed in Islam to be where Allah has recorded everything that has happened and will happen in the universe.
Makruh: Something that is disliked in Islam, but not forbidden (haram).
Maulvi: A Muslim religious scholar or cleric.
Miraj: The Prophet Muhammad’s miraculous night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascension to heaven.
Mukhawa Banu Umayyah: The people who are loyal to the Banu Umayyah.
Qadiani/Ahmadi: A religious movement founded in India in the 19th century, considered non-Muslim by many mainstream Muslims.
Qur’an: The central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
Rifa-ul-Ideen: The act of raising the hands during prayer.
Sahih Asnaad Ahadith: A hadith that has been reliably transmitted, with a clear and unbroken chain of narrators.
Salaf: The earliest generations of Muslims, considered by some Muslims as exemplary models of Islamic conduct.
Shirk: The act of associating partners with God, which is considered the greatest sin in Islam.
Sunnah: The traditions and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, providing a model for Muslim behavior.
Tafsir: The exegesis or interpretation of the Qur’an.
Taghut: Literally meaning “tyrant” or “false god,” referring to anything that is worshipped instead of or alongside Allah.
TLP (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan): A political party in Pakistan known for its religious conservatism and focus on the issue of blasphemy.
Ummah: The worldwide community of Muslims.
Islamic Discourse in Pakistan
Briefing Document: Analysis of “Pasted Text”
Introduction:
This document analyzes a transcribed discussion, presumably from a video or podcast, featuring an individual named Nooral and a guest, Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza. The discussion revolves around various socio-political, economic, and religious issues, primarily within the context of Islam in Pakistan. The text presents a critical examination of religious interpretations, contemporary issues facing the Muslim community, and the role of religious and political figures in Pakistan. It offers strong opinions and criticisms, as well as some possible solutions.
Key Themes & Ideas:
Critique of Religious Interpretation and Innovation (Bid’ah):
New Interpretations are Questioned: Mirza critiques the continuous creation of new translations and commentaries of the Quran and Hadith. He questions whether earlier interpretations were wrong, suggesting that new versions are often attempts to insert personal biases.
“What belongs to Allah, he told that he has made it easy to understand, then that book has been there for 1400 years and it has been more than 100 years that its translations are available in our local languages, but every new arrival Why is there a need to write a new translation and a new commentary?”
Core Beliefs vs. Modern Issues: He differentiates between fundamental religious beliefs and interpretations of modern issues. He argues that while core beliefs are frozen and unchanging, modern issues require Ijtihad (independent reasoning) in light of the Quran and Sunnah.
“That is why commentaries are written when new misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced in the Ummah…In the new era, people try to put an optimal solution in front of the public in the light of the Qur’an and Sunnah.”
Issue of Disagreement: Disagreements, he argues, often stem from interpretations, not translation of text. He notes that the Arabic language, due to the Quran, has been preserved, aiding in a universal meaning despite diverse translators and audiences.
“The problem of disagreement, that there is a disagreement despite the translations, is basically a disagreement due to interpretations. There is no real disagreement due to the translations”
Rejection of ‘Nothing is Haram’: The speaker criticizes the approach of making permissible things haram, such as the initial restriction of images, which some scholars eventually softened their stance on over time. He points to this as a tendency of those who hold to an overly strict interpretation of the religion.
The Nature of Revelation and Prophethood:
Ghamdi’s Views Challenged: Mirza strongly disagrees with the views of a person named Ghamdi, specifically regarding the beginning of revelation to the Prophet Muhammad. Ghamdi’s interpretations are labeled as contradictory to the Quran, Bukhari, and Muslim sources.
“So this Mr. Ghamdi who is saying these things is not supportive of the Qur’an or Bukhari or Muslim.”
Emphasis on the Sunnah: He stresses the importance of following the Sunnah of the Prophet, calling it a parallel source to the Quran. He clarifies that the Hadith are the record of the Sunnah, and their authenticity is important.
“The Sunnah is not denied by Ghamdi Sahib…it is good to look carefully at the source, what is the source of Sunnah, then Hadith is only Hadith, in the date of Aj, this is it”
Science, Religion, and Modernity:
Limits of Science: Mirza asserts that science should not be used to question or undermine fixed religious beliefs related to divine beings (Angels, Jinn, etc.). Science focuses on physical knowledge, not the metaphysical.
“The things that are told through the sources are completely fixed, there is no need to do any destructive tests in them.”
Evolution and Creation: He challenges the idea that humans evolved directly from animals, suggesting that God’s intervention is integral to human existence. He sees scientific discoveries as part of man’s evolution of thought and capacity, not a contradiction of religion.
“No, if God’s intervention is believed to be behind it, evolution is not that man has become from animals, it is not like that, man has evolved. Our ancestors did not know that they used buoyancy in this physical world.”
Acceptance of Scientific Progress: The speaker acknowledges progress in various fields and says credit should be given where credit is due. He references blood groups, discoveries of scientists, and modern technological developments.
Halal and Haram, and Ethical Conduct:
Critique of Liberal Interpretations: He criticizes scholars who attempt to make significant changes to the concept of halal and haram, especially the idea of fewer things being prohibited, arguing that they are diminishing respect for religious law and increasing disrespect towards religion.
Exceptions in Catastrophic Circumstances: The speaker notes that Islam allows for the violation of some rules (such as eating haram) under extreme circumstances (like life-threatening situations). He differentiates such allowances from the rule.
Bribery as a Necessity vs. Sin: He differentiates the one who receives a bribe and the one who is forced to pay. According to his view, the giver is not a sinner while the receiver is, if there is no other choice and it is to meet a basic need.
Sectarianism, Extremism, and the State’s Role:
Subcontinental Extremism: The speaker highlights that a more rigid form of Islam is seen in the sub-continent compared to other areas of the world like Saudi Arabia and Europe.
“No Mumtaz Qadiris are born there, although all the prominent Qadiris have gone there, that is, people of the same sect have gone there. They lose their faith when they go there because the rule of law is there”
Military-Religious Alliance: He criticizes the historical alliance between religious figures and the military establishment in Pakistan, which he believes has been a cause of extremism and social problems.
The Creation of Extremist Groups: He claims that the government created militant groups in the past for political reasons, which eventually turned against the state. He names groups like the Taliban as examples of how the government’s policies have backfired.
The TLP (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan) Movement: He presents the TLP not just as a movement about the finality of Prophethood, but as an anti-Qadiani movement. He criticizes their selective application of religious edicts, focusing only on the Qadiani sect, while ignoring other sects.
Critique of Clerics: He criticizes the hypocrisy of some religious leaders who speak against certain activities, while continuing to take money from the same source. He points to the books they are promoting which contain things that are not appropriate to the religion.
Failure of State Institutions: He criticizes the government for not being able to get statements from religious hardliners in regards to extreme acts of violence and the need for the state to establish a counter-narrative.
The Palestine Conflict and Global Muslim Solidarity:
Moral Responsibility: He emphasizes that Muslims should show moral support for the Palestinian cause, recognizing their suffering.
“The biggest thing we can do is to morally support them, raise their voices on social media platforms, even non-Muslims are protesting and protesting”
Inaction of Leaders: The inaction of Muslim rulers in regards to the genocide of Palestinians was critiqued. He speaks to how the movement in their support began through non-muslims and not the rulers.
Limited Impact of Boycotts: He argues that selective boycotts of Western products (like KFC and McDonald’s) are ineffective and often harm local Muslim workers. He asks how these businesses will pay their employees and if they will provide the same salaries.
Fate, Free Will, and Divine Will:
Destiny and Accountability: He says that there is a difference between knowledge of Allah and compulsion. While Allah has knowledge of what we will do, he has not forced us to act in that way. People are held accountable for actions, not what was predestined for them.
The Purpose of Creation: The speaker notes that we were created to reach a relationship with God. He believes that we were brought into creation to be able to live in Paradise with God.
Credit Where Credit Is Due:
Acknowledging Contributions: The speaker emphasizes the need to give credit where it’s due, irrespective of religious or political affiliation. This applies to scientific discoveries, societal progress, and the contributions of individuals.
“Credit should be given to whomever is due”
Pakistan Army: He believes that the Pakistani army has kept the country together and should be given credit for it.
Democracy: He says that the modern form of the caliphate is Islamic democracy and it should decide what is halal and haram.
Women’s Rights and Societal Roles:Challenging Misconceptions: He challenges misconceptions about women being weak minded, as they hold important positions in education, science, and other sectors.
“Their confidence is lost. It is mentioned in the Qur’an that she cannot express herself properly during a dispute. This is a reality.”
Islam and Justice: He notes that while there is justice in Islam, there is no equality between men and women. He mentions that men and women are different physically.
Notable Quotes:
“It is the favor of the books on the Ummah that they make you travel 1200 years in one jump, what Sunnah was done 1200 years ago, which was brought in the form of hadith in the written record, this is a great blessing”
“You people should eat the donations of books from which you are leaving Lahore with a sit-in. These books should be printed here.”
“Allah already knew by His expert knowledge that it would happen, not that Allah said it would do it. It is not like that.”
“If you enter Paradise, those deeds will become easy for you.”
Conclusion:
The provided text reveals a complex and critical perspective on religion and society in Pakistan. It is a call for more nuanced interpretation of Islamic texts, critical engagement with modern issues, a rejection of religious extremism, a demand for fairness and justice, and an acknowledgement of the progress made by humanity, while retaining a strong sense of faith and religious values. It is a critique of current leadership and a call for new ways of thinking. The speaker uses the interview to express his opinions on the state of affairs in his country and the world, as well as those who have made negative impacts on the religious path.
Islamic Interpretation, Reform, and Societal Issues in Pakistan
FAQ: Understanding Religious Interpretation, Societal Issues, and Reform
Why are new translations and interpretations of the Quran and Hadith continuously emerging, even though these texts have existed for centuries? New interpretations arise because while the core beliefs and ideas of Islam remain constant, new challenges and misleading beliefs emerge within the Ummah. These require contextualization and solutions based on the Quran and Sunnah. The Arabic language of the Quran remains fixed, ensuring that its core message is consistent, but interpretations evolve as scholars address new issues and attempt to provide relevant guidance in the light of changing times.
What are some examples of how interpretations of religious texts can lead to differing views and even conflict within the Muslim community? Differing interpretations frequently lead to disagreements, particularly when it comes to modern jurisprudence and issues like the permissibility of images, music, or specific practices. For example, the issue of pictures has seen differing opinions, from complete prohibition to permissibility depending on the intent. The problem is not with the Quran itself, but in the way the texts are interpreted by different scholars, sometimes inserting their own biases or agendas. There is also disagreement on the definition of “Sunnah” and its sources.
How does the speaker differentiate between “frozen” beliefs and ideas, and those that are open to interpretation within Islam? The speaker explains that the core beliefs and ideas about God, the Prophet (PBUH), the end of prophethood, angels, and previous prophets are considered fixed. However, issues related to modern jurisprudence and new challenges are open to interpretation through Ijtihad (independent reasoning), while always being guided by the Quran and Sunnah. These new issues have to be addressed with fresh eyes.
What role do “Sunnah” and “Hadith” play in Islamic understanding, and how is their interpretation debated? The Sunnah, which is the practice of the Prophet (PBUH), is a critical source of guidance alongside the Quran. Hadith are the recorded sayings and actions of the Prophet. However, the understanding of what constitutes Sunnah and how Hadith are interpreted leads to disputes. Some argue that Sunnah is derived solely from the Hadith, while others emphasize the importance of consensus among the community on established practices, or that some traditions are not well sourced historically.
What are some examples of how the speaker believes religious extremism and violence are fueled in Pakistan, and how does it relate to the state? The speaker argues that the establishment (military and intelligence agencies) has exploited religious groups for political gains, fostering an alliance with some religious leaders to defame political opponents. This has created a system where hardline groups such as TLP are able to take the law into their hands, using issues like the protection of the end of Prophethood, and a state-sanctioned intolerance of groups like the Qadianis. The state has failed to establish a counter narrative or reign in this violence, and also continues to support or give a platform to conservative clerics while ignoring or suppressing more progressive ones. The influence of foreign powers via funding of proxy wars in the region and the state’s use of groups for its own agendas have contributed significantly to the problem.
How does the speaker address the concept of “fate” or “destiny” (Qadar) in Islam, and how does it relate to free will? The speaker clarifies that fate in Islam refers to God’s perfect knowledge of the future, not predetermination. Humans have free will and are accountable for their actions. The fact that God knows what someone will choose does not negate their ability to make that choice. God created man with free will. One chooses to do good or bad, and it is only after such choices that destiny comes into being. God doesn’t bind people to either direction. This idea reconciles the concept of a fully knowledgeable God with human free will and agency.
What does the speaker say is the role of Muslims in addressing global crises like the situation in Palestine? The speaker emphasizes the importance of moral support, raising voices on social media, and supporting established organizations that are active on the ground. He believes that boycotting specific products isn’t an effective way of achieving goals, and that prayer and supplication (dua) for oppressed Muslims is obligatory, as per Hadith. However, even prayer is not intended to mean that everything asked for will happen; God might grant something different that is more beneficial. Instead of focusing on consumer boycotts, Muslims should focus on the systemic problems that allow such crises to occur.
What is the speaker’s perspective on the contributions of different groups (religious, scientific, political) to society, and how does he view the concept of credit? The speaker believes that credit should be given where it is due, regardless of any differences or disagreements one may have with the source. He acknowledges the contributions of scientists like Einstein and Newton as well as religious scholars, even while being critical of some of their views. The speaker believes that credit must be extended to any entity, be they Pakistani military, politicians, scientists etc, when credit is due, even if they have previously engaged in wrongdoing, as long as they are trying to reform. He recognizes the contributions of others to human progress.
Interpretations of Islam: A Dialogue
Timeline of Main Events & Topics Discussed
This timeline is not a chronological narrative, but rather a sequence of topics and events as they were discussed in the text.
The Nature of Religious Interpretation: The discussion begins by addressing the core sources of Islam, the Quran and Hadith, and questions why new interpretations and commentaries are constantly being produced, even though existing translations are widely available. The discussion focuses on the difference between fixed, core beliefs, and issues of modern application and jurisprudence.
The Issue of Images: The topic of image creation is used as an example of how differing interpretations arise, noting that even respected scholars have differing opinions on their permissibility outside of idolatrous contexts. This highlights how interpretations evolve with the times, but core beliefs remain fixed.
The Role of Ijtihad: Ijtihad, or independent legal reasoning, is introduced as a necessary practice to address new issues in light of the Quran and Sunnah. However, disagreements due to differing interpretations are acknowledged.
The Fixed Nature of Arabic: The discussion highlights the unique status of the Arabic language due to its use in the Quran. It is argued to have remained unchanged, ensuring accurate translation. It is noted that people may misinterpret and insert their own ideas in translations.
Divergent Views on Revelation: The text notes differing opinions surrounding the beginning of the revelation to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and questions interpretations of events like Miraj, highlighting how some scholars are presenting different views based on new interpretations of events.
The Start of Prophethood: The text talks about the start of Prophethood for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) including the use of his dreams as a guide and the role of his wife Khadija as his support and a source of nourishment for him during his revelations.
The Importance of Sunnah: The importance of the Sunnah (the practices of the Prophet) as a parallel source of religious guidance alongside the Quran is affirmed. It criticizes those who try to differentiate between Sunnah and Hadith.
Rifa-ul-Ideen: This is mentioned as an example of something people may or may not do.
The Role of Scholars: The discussion examines how scholars can often go into “denial mode” when new concepts arise.
The Issue of Breastfeeding: The text discusses differing views on how many times someone must breastfeed in order to establish a mother/child relationship. The text suggests it may have been exaggerated.
Scientific Advancements and Islam: The discussion covers a range of scientific advancements and how they are reconciled with Islam, acknowledging the contributions of people like Newton, Gale, Einstein, and Stephen Hawking and also stating that a person such as Khadim Rizvi is of the same importance. It also talks about the discovery of blood groups as an advancement that was extremely helpful to humanity, noting that it was known by God and provided to man.
The Permissibility of certain actions in Islam: The text discusses some of the things that some people may consider haram but also discusses that in some cases actions deemed haram may be permissible in certain situations.
Misinterpretations and Extremism: The text touches on how some groups, like the TLP, are misusing religious concepts. They also discuss how some scholars create problems when they try to use modern science to disprove core religious tenets.
Sectarianism and Violence: The conversation moves to the issue of sectarianism and violence within Pakistan, exploring the Sunni-Shia conflict, the rise of groups like the Taliban, and incidents of religiously motivated killings. The text notes that such issues are less prevalent outside of Pakistan.
The Mumtaz Qadri Case: The case of Mumtaz Qadri is referenced as a major event where the state asserted its authority by executing the man.
The Qadiani Issue: The legal status of Qadianis as non-Muslims in Pakistan is discussed, as well as the discrimination and violence they face. The role of the TLP in perpetuating violence against Qadianis is highlighted.
The Issue of Sacrifice: The text discusses differing views on the topic of sacrifice and which groups are not permitted to perform it.
The Role of the Military: The military establishment and its alliance with certain religious groups are criticized, stating this alliance was used to achieve their own means.
The Situation in Palestine: The discussion shifts to the conflict in Palestine, with a call to action for Muslims to support the cause morally and through social media. The use of boycotts is mentioned, and the limits of boycotting products and services are addressed.
The Role of Prayer and Supplication: The importance of prayer is affirmed, and it is clarified that the purpose of prayer is not always for needs to be granted, but rather that Muslims pray for other Muslims.
The Issue of Predestination (Qadar): The complex topic of predestination and freewill is discussed and the text states that while some things may be predetermined, it is not fixed for everything.
The Importance of Giving Credit: A discussion occurs regarding the necessity to give credit to people who deserve it including people who have developed things such as traffic laws, science, and medicine. The need to give credit to the Pakistani army and politicians is also mentioned as well as the fact that they should be appreciated as assets.
The Modern Application of Caliphate: The text addresses the issue of the Caliphate, stating that some people are using it as a way to get political power.
The Role of Women in Society: The discussion addresses the status of women in society, including references to education and social capabilities and stating that the Islamic view of a woman is that she is the queen of the house and should be supported by a man.
The Concept of Taghut: The text talks about Taghut and how they exist today, stating that they are the people who have left Tawheed, left the teachings of the Messenger of Allah, and followed the teachings of elders instead.
The Speakers Views: The speaker states that he has been the subject of murder attempts because he has exposed certain clerics that have betrayed the Messenger of Allah.
Cast of Characters
Here are the principal people mentioned in the text, with brief bios based on the information provided:
Nooral: The host/speaker of the discussion. He frames the conversation and asks questions of the other speaker.
Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza: A scholar whom the discussion host has come to interview and discuss opinions with.
Maulana Maududi: A learned scholar, whose open-mindedness is cited in relation to image permissibility.
Dr. Asrar Sahib: A scholar, mentioned alongside Maulana Maududi regarding their views on the image issue.
Dr. Tahir-ul-Qadri Sahib: A scholar with whom the speakers have “a million differences,” but whose thinking is described as open on the matter of images.
Ghamdi Sahib: A scholar whose views are debated and criticized throughout the discussion, particularly concerning the start of revelation, the Sunnah, Halal and Haram, and the permissibility of many actions.
Hubble: The astronomer who discovered the expanding universe.
Einstein: A renowned physicist whose theories are used as an example of scientific progress, and who is also used as an example of a man who apologized for his incorrect theories and the host hopes that Ghamdi will do the same.
Stephen Hawking: Another modern scientist who is held in high esteem and used as an example of a modern scientific advancement.
Khadim Rizvi Sahib: A religious leader. He is presented as sincere to his cause, though the speaker strongly disagrees with his beliefs and ideas. He is also presented as being comparable to Stephen Hawking.
Saad Rizvi Sahib: Another religious leader who is described as soft natured compared to Khadim Rizvi.
Yusuf Al-Qardawi: A scholar known for having liberal views.
Mr. Eidi: A person who was taking care of abandoned children, but was met with objection due to new ideas he was presenting.
Newton: A renowned physicist.
Gale: A modern scientist who is mentioned alongside Newton as a modern scientific advancement.
Azrael: The angel of death.
Hazrat Khidr: A mysterious figure mentioned in Islamic scripture as having great knowledge.
Hazrat Ali: A companion of the Prophet Muhammad who narrated one of the hadiths mentioned.
Al-Khwarizmi: Mentioned as someone who has contributed the word Algebra to the world.
Karl Marx: A philosopher and economist, mentioned as someone whose contribution should be acknowledged where it is due.
Dr. Iqbal: A poet that is mentioned as being the ideal type of Muslim.
Abraham Lincoln: Former US president who is given credit for the end of slavery.
Mumtaz Qadri: A man who killed someone and was later executed by the state.
Baba Jani Ilyas Qadri: The disciple of Mumtaz Qadri who says that the law should not be taken into ones own hands.
Aamir Barelvi: Someone who is also not convinced that the law should be taken into one’s own hands.
Sahil Nadeem Sahib: Someone who has made accusations against others for not being able to help liberate Palestine. He also apparently bought a car on the speaker’s request.
Nawaz Sharif: The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is given credit for killing Mumtaz Qadri.
Mullah Ali: Used as an example of someone who read Qur’at Nazla but whose wishes did not come true.
Chishti Rasoolullah Thanvi Rasoolullah: These are terms or figures mentioned in the context of sectarian disputes and are to be condemned.
Imam Kaaba: Described as cowardly because they have not mentioned the name of Israel in their prayers.
Taqi Usmani, Maulana Tariq Jameel, and Mufti Muneebur Rahman: These scholars are mentioned as agreeing that the law should not be taken into ones own hands.
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Quranic Interpretation: A Spectrum of Understanding
The sources emphasize that while the Quran itself is considered fixed, its interpretations are diverse and can lead to disagreements [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of key points regarding Quranic interpretations:
The Quran as a Fixed Text: The Quran is believed to be unchanged in its original Arabic form, and its translations are generally considered consistent in meaning [2, 3]. The Arabic language, due to the Quran, has remained largely fixed in terms of the words and prepositions used 1400 years ago when the Quran was revealed [2]. Even modern translation tools like Google Translate can provide consistent translations of Quranic verses [3].
Tafsir and the Need for Interpretation: Despite the fixed nature of the Quranic text, interpretations (Tafsir) are necessary to apply its teachings to new situations and address emerging issues [1, 2]. Commentaries are written to explain the Quran in the context of new misleading beliefs and ideas [2]. The need for ongoing interpretation is due to the fact that new problems arise over time that must be evaluated in light of the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2].
Sources of Disagreement: Disagreements often stem from varying interpretations of the Quran rather than from inconsistencies in the translations themselves [2]. People may insert their own ideas into the Tafsir, leading to differing conclusions [3].
Ijtihad as a Tool:Ijtihad, or independent reasoning, is used to derive solutions based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. This process acknowledges that there can be differences of opinion in matters of interpretation [2].
Basic Beliefs are Fixed: While interpretations of specific verses or issues may change, the core beliefs and ideas, such as the nature of God, the Prophet Muhammad, and the existence of angels, are considered fixed [2, 3].
Misleading Interpretations: The sources note that some interpretations can be misleading, leading people astray [3]. There is a concern that some individuals and groups are using their own interpretations to promote division and violence [1, 3].
The Danger of Ignoring Context: The sources imply that interpretations should not be made without a full understanding of the Quran and Sunnah and the context of the verses [4, 5]. The importance of established, reliable sources of knowledge and interpretation is emphasized [4].
The Role of Scholars: The role of scholars is to provide guidance in understanding and interpreting the Quran [1, 2]. However, some scholars are criticized for being too cautious while others are considered too liberal [6, 7]. There is an emphasis on following the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah rather than blindly following elders [1, 2, 8]. It is also noted that scholars may go into a denial mode when new things come out [7, 9].
Examples of Differing Interpretations: The sources present several examples of differing interpretations:
The permissibility of images [2]
The beginning of revelation [3]
The concept of breastfeeding relationships [7, 10]
Halal and haram issues [6]
The concept of Taghut [8]
In summary, the sources emphasize that while the Quran is a fixed text, its interpretations are diverse and can be a source of both guidance and disagreement [1-3]. Understanding the context, relying on established sources, and engaging in independent reasoning (Ijtihad) are important aspects of Quranic interpretation [2]. The sources also caution against misleading interpretations and the dangers of using the Quran to promote extremism or sectarianism [3, 6, 11].
Religious Extremism in Pakistan
The sources discuss religious extremism in the context of specific actions and beliefs, primarily within the Muslim community in Pakistan, but also with some references to global events. Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
Root Causes of Extremism:
Misinterpretations of Religious Texts: Extremism often stems from misinterpretations of the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2]. Some individuals and groups insert their own ideas into Tafsir, leading to distorted understandings of religious teachings [3].
Blind Following of Elders: Some religious groups follow the teachings of elders instead of the Quran and the Sunnah [4].
Sectarianism and Division: Sectarianism contributes to extremism, with different Islamic sects (such as Deobandis, Ahl al-Hadith, Shias, and Barelvis) issuing fatwas against each other and promoting conflict [5-7].
Political Manipulation: Extremist groups are sometimes used by political and military establishments for their own purposes [8]. These groups are often manipulated to defame political leaders or pursue other agendas [8].
Lack of Understanding of Islamic Teachings: Extremist actions often stem from a lack of understanding of Islamic teachings and are sometimes caused by political motivations and establishment actions [9, 10].
Socioeconomic Factors: Extremist groups sometimes recruit from marginalized populations who are easily manipulated with promises of an “Islamic system” [9].
Manifestations of Extremism:
Violence and Intolerance: Extremism manifests in acts of violence, including the killing of individuals accused of blasphemy, attacks on religious minorities (like Christians, Qadianis), and sectarian violence [5, 11]. These acts are frequently based on misinterpretations of religious texts.
The Misuse of the Concept of Jihad: Some groups use the concept of Jihad to justify violence, often with ulterior motives [8].
Targeting of Minorities: There is a specific concern that some groups are using the concept of the “end of Prophethood” to target other Muslims and non-Muslims, particularly Qadianis [5].
Taking the Law into One’s Own Hands: Extremists take the law into their own hands, ignoring the need for due process within a legal framework [9, 10]. The sources emphasize that all major scholars agree that there will be a state, there will be courts, and the law should not be taken into one’s hands [9].
The Role of Emotion: Extremists exploit emotion, often in the name of religion, to incite violence [10].
Specific Groups and Incidents:
Mumtaz Qadri: The case of Mumtaz Qadri, who killed a governor for alleged blasphemy, is mentioned as a significant event that highlighted the problem of religious extremism in Pakistan [10].
Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP): TLP is identified as a group that uses the issue of the “end of Prophethood” to target Qadianis and other groups [6, 12]. The sources also state that TLP is an anti-Qadiani movement and not a movement for the end of Prophethood [6].
The Taliban: The Taliban is referenced as an example of an extremist group that turned against the state after being initially supported by it [12].
ISIS: ISIS is mentioned as a big hardliner group that is almost finished [9].
Lal Masjid Incident: The incident at Lal Masjid is mentioned as another event that fueled religious extremism [12].
Critique of the Status Quo:
Failure of State Institutions: The sources criticize the failure of state institutions to address religious extremism effectively, specifically their inability to create counter-narratives and to bring religious leaders on board [10].
Use of Mummy-Daddy Scholars: The sources note that the state often uses statements from “mummy-daddy” type scholars who are not credible and do not address the root issues of religious extremism [5, 10].
Role of the Establishment: The sources critique the role of the military and political establishment in fostering extremism for their own gain [8, 9].
Countering Extremism:
Promoting True Understanding: The sources emphasize the importance of promoting a true understanding of the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2].
Counter-Narratives: There is a call for a counter-narrative against extremism to be created and propagated through the media and through courageous scholars who are willing to speak out [10].
The Rule of Law: The importance of adhering to the rule of law is highlighted [10].
Education: There is a need to educate people and expose the misinterpretations and manipulations used by extremist groups [10].
Holding Extremists Accountable: The sources suggest that stricter punishments and legal actions should be used to deter extremist violence and create a sense of terror against religious extremism [10].
Global Context:
Extremism is a Sub-Continent Phenomenon: The sources suggest that the kind of extreme religious violence seen in Pakistan and the sub-continent is not common in other parts of the world, especially in places with a rule of law [8].
In summary, the sources portray religious extremism as a complex issue with deep roots in misinterpretations of religious texts, sectarianism, political manipulation, and the failure of state institutions. The sources suggest that countering extremism requires promoting a true understanding of Islam, enforcing the rule of law, creating counter-narratives, and addressing the underlying social and political issues that contribute to extremism.
Islam, Modernity, and Pakistan
The sources address a variety of modern issues, often within the context of religious and societal debates in Pakistan, but also touching on global concerns. Here’s a breakdown of these issues:
Interpretation of Religious Texts:
The Need for Modern Interpretations: The sources discuss the ongoing need for Tafsir (interpretation) of the Quran to address new issues and beliefs [1, 2]. This is because, while the Quran and Sunnah are considered fixed, new problems arise over time requiring solutions in the light of these sources [2].
Disagreements in Interpretation: Disagreements often arise from differing interpretations of the Quran, rather than from the translations themselves. Some people insert their own ideas into Tafsir, leading to conflict and division [2, 3].
The Role of Ijtihad:Ijtihad, independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah, is presented as a tool for finding solutions to modern problems [2].
Science and Religion:
Science and Fixed Religious Beliefs: The sources discuss the relationship between science and religion, emphasizing that while science progresses, certain core beliefs in Islam are considered fixed [3]. Scientific knowledge should not be used to question or undermine established religious beliefs [3].
Evolution: The idea of evolution is discussed in the context of both physical and mental development. The sources note that while scientific understanding evolves, this does not contradict the religious view of human creation [4].
Scientific Progress: The sources acknowledge scientific advancements, such as the discovery of blood groups, and credit them to Allah. The sources also acknowledge the contributions of scientists like Newton, Einstein, and Stephen Hawking [5-7].
Social Issues:
Women’s Rights: The sources address the rights of women in Islam. It is mentioned that Islam gives women the status of “queen of the house” and that men have the responsibility to provide for them [8]. However, it is also noted that in some societies, women are treated as commodities and their rights are not respected [8]. The idea of equality versus justice in the context of gender is also raised [9].
Extremism and Violence: The sources detail how religious extremism leads to violence and intolerance, such as the killing of individuals accused of blasphemy, attacks on religious minorities, and sectarian violence [10].
Sectarianism: The sources highlight sectarian divisions within Islam and the resulting conflicts [11-13]. These divisions can lead to violence, with different sects issuing fatwas against each other [12].
Modern Technology: There is an implicit discussion about modern technology, such as social media and digital platforms. These technologies are used for both good and bad; to spread religious teachings and to organize protests [14, 15].
The Family System: The sources note that in some societies the family system is breaking down due to lack of justice, leading to a decline in birth rates and other societal problems [8].
Political and Economic Issues:
The Role of the Establishment: The sources critique the role of the military and political establishment in fostering extremism and using religious groups for political gain [11]. There is also a criticism of the state for not creating counter-narratives against extremism [16].
Corruption: Corruption is mentioned as a significant problem, especially in the context of bribery [17].
Economic Boycotts: The effectiveness of boycotts against certain products is questioned. The sources note that while people may want to take a stand, boycotting does not necessarily create real change, and it can even harm local businesses and people [15].
The Caliphate: Some people are calling for a caliphate, as opposed to democracy, as a solution to modern problems [9]. The sources suggest Islamic democracy may be a modern form of caliphate [9].
Religious Practices:
Halal and Haram: The sources discuss the concepts of halal (permissible) and haram (forbidden) in Islam and how these are often interpreted differently [6, 17]. For example, the sources discuss the prohibition of alcohol [6].
Prayer and Supplication: The importance of prayer and supplication is emphasized, especially in times of crisis. The sources also discuss the different ways in which supplications are accepted by God [18, 19].
The Concept of Fate (Destiny): The sources delve into the concept of fate (Qadar) in Islam and discuss the relationship between divine will and human agency [19-21]. It is emphasized that Allah’s knowledge of the future does not mean that He forces actions on people.
Global Events
Conflicts in Palestine: The sources reference the conflict in Palestine, calling the events a “genocide” [14]. The sources also discuss the need for Muslims to support those suffering around the world through moral support, raising voices, and donating to credible NGOs [14, 19].
In summary, the sources discuss modern issues within the context of religious interpretation, science, societal problems, and global events. The sources emphasize that many of these issues are complex, requiring a combination of religious understanding, critical thinking, and a commitment to justice and human rights to address them effectively. The sources also suggest that many of the problems in Pakistani society are caused by misinterpretations of religion and the exploitation of religious beliefs by political and military establishments.
Pakistan’s Military-Religious Nexus
The sources discuss political influence in several ways, primarily focusing on how political and military establishments in Pakistan manipulate religious groups and ideas for their own purposes [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the key points regarding political influence:
Manipulation of Religious Groups:
Using Religious Extremists: Political and military establishments have been known to use religious extremist groups to defame political leaders [1]. These groups are often supported and then abandoned, creating further instability [2].
Exploiting Sectarianism: The sources indicate that sectarian divisions are exploited by political actors to further their own agendas [1]. This manipulation can lead to violence and conflict within society.
Creating and Supporting Extremist Organizations: The sources describe how some organizations were given prominence and how the spirit of Jihad was instilled in them by the establishment, which led to violence and terrorism. The Taliban was created by the establishment and then turned against the state [2].
The Maulvi-Military Alliance: There is a critique of the “Maulvi-military alliance,” where religious leaders are used by the military for political gain. This alliance has been responsible for much of the religious extremism in Pakistan.
Funding and Support: The sources suggest that some extremist groups receive funding and support from outside actors, which further exacerbates instability [3].
State Failure and Control:
Lack of Counter-Narratives: The sources criticize the failure of state institutions to create effective counter-narratives against extremism and to engage with religious leaders who are not considered “mummy-daddy” types [4, 5].
Inability to Enforce Law: The state has failed to enforce laws and hold extremists accountable, which has allowed extremist groups to flourish.
Failure to Protect Citizens: The state has failed to protect the rights and lives of all citizens, including religious minorities [5].
Focusing on the Wrong People: The government engages with “Mummy-Daddy type” scholars, who are not the right people to address the root issues of religious extremism [4].
Political Agendas:
Undermining Democracy: Some political actors are calling for a caliphate as opposed to democracy [6]. This is seen as a way of undermining the democratic system.
Using Religion for Political Power: The sources suggest that religious groups and political actors exploit religious sentiments to increase their political power [2].
FATF and Corruption: The sources mention that Pakistan did not understand the seriousness of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) requirements, suggesting a lack of seriousness in addressing corruption, which implies political mismanagement [1].
Historical Context:
Zia-ul-Haq Era: The sources mention that the seeds of religious extremism were sown during the Zia-ul-Haq era, with the state promoting certain religious ideologies and using religious groups for political purposes [1, 5].
Proxy Wars: The proxy wars between Saudi Arabia and Iran are mentioned as contributing to sectarian divisions and extremism in Pakistan [1].
Specific Examples:
Mumtaz Qadri: The case of Mumtaz Qadri is presented as an example of how religious extremism has been exploited for political reasons.
The TLP: The Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) is mentioned as a group that has been used for political purposes and has engaged in violence and hate speech [5, 7].
Khadim Rizvi: Khadim Rizvi is described as a sincere, but misguided leader, who was nevertheless used for political purposes by the establishment [2].
Consequences of Political Influence:
Breakdown of Law and Order: The sources indicate that political manipulation of religious groups has led to a breakdown of law and order [4, 5].
Religious Extremism: Political influence has fueled religious extremism and intolerance within society.
Unresolved Issues: The sources suggest that unless the issues of political influence and manipulation are addressed, violence and conflict will continue to occur in Pakistan [4].
In summary, the sources depict a situation where political and military establishments in Pakistan have significantly influenced the religious landscape, often using religious groups and ideas for political gain [1, 2]. This has resulted in the exploitation of religious sentiments, sectarian divisions, and the rise of extremist groups. The sources suggest that addressing these issues requires holding the establishment accountable, creating counter-narratives, and promoting a better understanding of Islamic teachings [5].
Interpreting the Quran: A Source of Unity and Division
The sources highlight a significant debate surrounding Quranic interpretations, emphasizing that differing understandings of the Quran are a major source of conflict and discussion [1, 2]. Here’s an analysis of this debate:
The Need for Interpretation (Tafsir): The sources indicate that while the Quran and Hadith are considered the fundamental and unchanging sources of Islam, the need for their interpretation is ongoing because new issues and challenges arise over time [1]. This need for interpretation, known as Tafsir, is driven by the desire to apply the timeless teachings of the Quran to contemporary situations [1, 2].
Sources of Disagreement:
Interpretations vs. Translations: The sources clarify that disagreements are mainly due to differing interpretations of the Quran, not the translations themselves [2]. The Arabic language of the Quran has remained relatively fixed, and translations are generally consistent [2]. However, individuals and groups may read the same verses and arrive at different understandings [2].
Personal Bias in Interpretation: The sources point out that some people insert their own biases and agendas into their interpretations of the Quran, leading to distorted understandings [3]. This can lead to people being misled and can create divisions within the community [3].
The Role of Ijtihad:
Independent Reasoning: The sources discuss Ijtihad, which is the process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. It is presented as a necessary tool for finding solutions to modern problems [2].
Potential for Disagreement: The sources note that Ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion, which is acceptable, but the fundamental beliefs should remain consistent [2]. The beauty of Islam is that it allows for open ended interpretations in areas that are not fixed [2].
Fixed vs. Flexible Aspects of Religion:
Core Beliefs: The sources stress that certain core beliefs and ideas in Islam are considered fixed and should not be subject to reinterpretation [2]. These fixed beliefs include the oneness of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels [2].
Modern Issues: The interpretation of modern issues is considered to be flexible [2]. This means that the core beliefs are not subject to debate, but issues such as modern jurisprudence are subject to interpretation [2].
Examples of Interpretative Debates:
The Issue of Pictures: The sources mention that the issue of images used for worship was a matter of debate, with some scholars taking a more lenient view [2].
The Beginning of Revelation: There are different opinions about the beginning of revelation to the Prophet Muhammad [3].
Scientific Issues: Scientific knowledge should not be used to undermine the fixed beliefs in the Quran [3].
The Danger of Misinterpretation:
Misleading Beliefs: New and misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced into the Ummah (Muslim community) through faulty interpretations, necessitating the writing of new commentaries [2].
Extremism: Misinterpretations of religious texts can lead to extremist views and actions [1]. The sources also suggest that some groups use interpretations of the Quran to justify their own political goals and agendas [4].
The Importance of Understanding:
The Need for Clear Understanding: The sources argue that the Quran is clear and easy to understand [1]. However, some people insert their own ideas into the Tafsir (interpretation), which can lead to people going astray [3].
The Quran as a Guide: The Quran is presented as a guide, not something that is meant to mislead [3]. It is those who seek to go astray who use the Quran in a misleading way [3].
The Role of Scholars:
Guidance: Scholars are needed to provide guidance in interpreting the Quran, but some scholars create problems and divisions [1].
Denial Mode: Some scholars initially deny new ideas or practices, only to later accept them [5, 6].
Liberal vs. Conservative Scholars: There is a tension between conservative and liberal scholars who interpret the texts differently [6, 7].
In summary, the debate surrounding Quranic interpretations is central to the discussions in the sources. It highlights the tension between the fixed nature of core religious beliefs and the need for flexible interpretations to address new challenges and issues. The debate also underscores the importance of approaching the Quran with sincerity, avoiding personal bias, and relying on sound scholarly reasoning. The sources suggest that misinterpretations can lead to division, extremism, and violence, making it critical to engage with the Quran in a careful and thoughtful manner.
The Ongoing Need for New Quranic Commentaries
The speaker explains the ongoing need for new Quranic commentaries (Tafsir) by highlighting that while the Quran and Hadith are the fundamental and unchanging sources of Islam, new issues and misleading beliefs continually arise, necessitating fresh interpretations to provide relevant guidance [1, 2]. Here’s a more detailed explanation:
Emergence of New Issues: The speaker emphasizes that as time passes, new challenges and problems emerge within the Ummah (Muslim community) [2]. These new issues require interpretation of the Quran and Sunnah to find appropriate solutions. The Quran was revealed 1400 years ago and since then, many new problems have arisen.
Addressing Misleading Beliefs: The speaker indicates that new commentaries become necessary when misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced into the community [2]. These misleading interpretations can distort the true meaning of the Quran, causing confusion and division among people.
Application to Modern Context: The speaker stresses that new interpretations are needed to apply the timeless teachings of the Quran to the modern context [2]. This involves adapting the principles of Islam to contemporary issues, which requires new commentaries and interpretations that make sense in the current era.
The Nature of Interpretation: The speaker explains that the Arabic language of the Quran is relatively fixed, and translations are generally consistent [2]. Disagreements arise due to differing interpretations of the text, where individuals may insert their biases, agendas, and personal opinions [3]. This necessitates new commentaries to provide a range of views and perspectives based on sound methodology and scholarship.
Ijtihad and Its Role: The speaker references Ijtihad, which is the process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah, as a means to find solutions to new problems [2]. Because Ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion, new commentaries are needed to present a variety of perspectives that arise from this process, even though the core beliefs of Islam are not subject to change [2].
The Quran as a Guide: The speaker also notes that the Quran is a guide and is not meant to mislead anyone, but some people use it in a misleading way to justify their own agendas [3]. Therefore, commentaries are needed to clarify the true intent of the Quran and prevent it from being distorted for personal gain.
Fixed vs. Flexible Elements: The speaker distinguishes between the fixed and flexible aspects of religion, noting that the core beliefs and ideas related to God, prophets and angels are frozen, while modern issues require Ijtihad [2, 3]. New commentaries are required to address these modern issues while remaining within the framework of core Islamic principles.
Not Due to Translation Issues: The speaker clarifies that the need for new commentaries is not due to issues with translations of the Quran, but because the core meaning of the verses is often distorted [2, 3]. The Arabic language of the Quran has been preserved, and translations are generally consistent. It is the interpretation that often causes disagreement.
Scholarly Responsibility: The speaker also highlights the role of scholars, noting that while they are needed to provide guidance in interpreting the Quran, some have created problems and divisions by promoting misleading interpretations [1, 4, 5]. Therefore, the speaker believes that new commentaries are needed to correct these misleading ideas and to offer alternative viewpoints based on sound understanding of the Quran and Sunnah.
In summary, the speaker emphasizes that new Quranic commentaries are not a reflection of the inadequacy of the original text, but are rather a necessity due to the ever-changing nature of human experience, the constant emergence of new issues, and the ongoing need to combat misinterpretations and provide relevant guidance to the Muslim community [1, 2]. The speaker implies that these new commentaries should be based on sound scholarly reasoning, while maintaining a firm grounding in the Quran and Sunnah.
Ijtihad in Islamic Jurisprudence
The speaker views ijtihad as a necessary and beneficial practice in Islamic jurisprudence, while also acknowledging its potential for disagreement and the need to apply it carefully [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the speaker’s views on the role of ijtihad:
Necessity for Modern Issues: The speaker indicates that ijtihad is essential for addressing new problems and challenges that arise over time [1, 2]. Because the Quran and Sunnah are fixed, ijtihad is a tool that allows for the application of these religious principles to modern situations that were not explicitly addressed in the original texts [2].
Independent Reasoning: The speaker defines ijtihad as the process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. This means that qualified scholars can engage in a process of interpretation and deduction to derive legal rulings on new issues. This process is not arbitrary but must be rooted in the primary sources of Islamic law.
Acceptable Disagreement: The speaker notes that ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion [2]. The speaker believes that such differences are acceptable, so long as they are within the framework of core Islamic beliefs and are not based on personal bias. The speaker also states that the beauty of Islam is that it allows for open-ended interpretations in areas that are not fixed [2].
Complementary to Fixed Beliefs: The speaker makes it clear that ijtihad applies to modern issues and not to the core beliefs and ideas of Islam, which are considered fixed and not subject to reinterpretation [2, 3]. These core beliefs include the oneness of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels [2].
Guidance within Boundaries: The speaker indicates that ijtihad is a mechanism for providing guidance, but it must always be rooted in the Quran and Sunnah and is not meant to change the fundamental principles of Islam [1, 2]. The speaker emphasizes that the purpose of ijtihad is to find solutions that are in harmony with the teachings of Islam, rather than to contradict or undermine them.
Addressing Misleading Interpretations: The speaker also implies that ijtihad plays a role in countering misleading interpretations of the Quran. By providing new perspectives rooted in sound reasoning, scholars can address issues that have been misrepresented or misunderstood by other individuals or groups [1, 2].
Open-endedness: The speaker views the open-ended nature of ijtihad as a positive aspect of Islam, allowing for a dynamic and evolving understanding of religious law while remaining true to its foundational principles [2].
In summary, the speaker sees ijtihad as an important tool for adapting Islamic law to modern issues. The speaker believes that while core beliefs are fixed, ijtihad enables the application of religious teachings to new and changing circumstances and that while differences of opinion may arise, it is essential that they remain grounded in the Quran and Sunnah and not in personal bias.
Immutable Foundations, Flexible Applications: Islam and
The speaker characterizes the relationship between religious texts and contemporary issues as one where the religious texts provide a fixed foundation, and contemporary issues require interpretation and application of those foundational principles [1, 2]. Here’s a detailed look at how the speaker describes this relationship:
Fixed Core Beliefs: The speaker emphasizes that core religious beliefs and ideas, such as the nature of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels, are considered fixed and are not subject to change or reinterpretation [2]. These are seen as immutable truths that provide a stable basis for all religious understanding [2, 3].
Quran and Sunnah as Foundational Sources: The Quran and Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad) are presented as the primary and unchanging sources of guidance for Muslims [1, 2]. The speaker notes that the Arabic language of the Quran is relatively fixed, and translations are generally consistent, highlighting the stability of these texts [2].
Contemporary Issues Require Interpretation: The speaker explains that while the religious texts are fixed, new problems and challenges continually arise in contemporary life that require interpretation and application of the foundational principles in the texts [1, 2]. This is where the role of ijtihad becomes crucial [2].
Ijtihad as a Tool for Application:Ijtihad, the process of independent legal reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah, is presented as a tool for applying these texts to modern issues [2]. It is a way to derive rulings on new matters that were not explicitly addressed in the original texts, while remaining within the framework of the core beliefs [2].
Flexibility within Fixed Boundaries: The speaker stresses that the core beliefs of Islam are not open to reinterpretation, yet there is flexibility in how those beliefs are applied to contemporary issues [2]. This implies that while the fundamental teachings remain constant, their application to specific circumstances is flexible and requires ongoing scholarly effort.
Addressing Misleading Beliefs: The speaker notes that the need for new interpretations arises not only from new problems but also from the emergence of misleading beliefs and ideas within the Muslim community [1, 2]. New commentaries (Tafsir) are written to clarify misunderstandings and counter the distortions of the religious texts [1, 2].
Interpretations and Disagreements: The speaker clarifies that differences of opinion do not usually arise due to different translations of the Quran, but due to differing interpretations of the texts [2]. This is because individuals insert their own biases and personal opinions into the interpretation, requiring more work by scholars to offer sound interpretations [1, 2].
The Quran as a Guide: The speaker describes the Quran as a guide that is not meant to mislead anyone [3]. Misinterpretations that lead people astray happen when people insert their own meanings into the tafsir (commentary) of the Quran [3].
In summary, the speaker views the relationship between religious texts and contemporary issues as a dynamic one where unchanging religious texts provide the foundation and ijtihad provides the necessary flexibility to address the changing nature of human experience [2]. This relationship requires ongoing scholarly effort to apply the foundational principles of Islam to new contexts while safeguarding against misinterpretations [1, 2].
Quranic Commentary: Necessity and Risk
The speaker has nuanced views on the proliferation of new Quranic translations and commentaries, acknowledging their necessity while also expressing concern about potential misinterpretations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the speaker’s perspective:
Need for New Commentaries Due to New Issues and Misinterpretations: The speaker explains that new commentaries (Tafsir) are needed when new misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced into the Ummah (Muslim community) [1, 2]. The speaker notes that although the Quran has been available for 1400 years and translations exist in local languages for over 100 years, new commentaries are still necessary [1]. This is because new issues and challenges continually arise, requiring fresh interpretations of the Quran and Sunnah to provide relevant guidance [1, 2].
Translations are Generally Consistent: The speaker points out that the Arabic language of the Quran is relatively fixed and that translations are generally consistent [2]. The speaker notes that while the Arabic language of the Quran is fixed, new words will be added to the dictionary [2]. The speaker also mentions that Google Translate can accurately translate Quranic verses, indicating that the core meanings of the text are generally consistent across different languages [2, 3].
Disagreements Arise from Interpretations, Not Translations: The speaker emphasizes that disagreements do not usually stem from different translations but from differing interpretations of the text [2]. People insert their own biases, agendas, and personal opinions into the tafsir, which can lead to conflicting views and misrepresentations of the Quran’s meaning [2, 3]. The speaker notes that people may be dishonest by inserting their own matters into the tafsir [3].
Purpose of Commentaries: The speaker views commentaries as a way to provide an optimal solution to new issues in light of the Quran and Sunnah [2]. Commentaries are also needed to counter misleading beliefs that have been introduced into the Muslim community [2]. The speaker highlights that the Quran is a guide, not meant to mislead, but people do use it to go astray [3].
The Risk of Misinterpretation: The speaker is concerned that some people use new translations and commentaries to insert their own ideas and mislead others [3]. The speaker believes that some individuals and groups promote new interpretations that suit their agendas, rather than providing accurate and unbiased understandings of the text [2]. Some people try to make permissible things impermissible through their interpretations [2].
Core Beliefs are Fixed: The speaker distinguishes between the fixed and flexible aspects of religion [1]. Core beliefs and ideas related to God, prophets, and angels are considered fixed and not subject to reinterpretation [2]. However, modern issues require ijtihad (independent legal reasoning), which can lead to differing interpretations that are meant to be applied within the framework of these core beliefs [1, 2].
Ijtihad and Open-Endedness: The speaker notes that Islam allows for open-ended interpretations in areas that are not fixed [2]. Ijtihad can lead to different opinions, and new commentaries will reflect these differences [2].
Scholarly Responsibility: The speaker implies that those creating new commentaries have a responsibility to provide sound interpretations of the Quran that are based on solid scholarship and rooted in the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2]. The speaker acknowledges that many scholars have provided guidance, but that some have created problems and divisions through misleading interpretations [1].
In summary, the speaker sees the proliferation of new Quranic translations and commentaries as a necessary but potentially problematic phenomenon. The speaker believes that new commentaries are needed to address new issues and to correct misleading interpretations, but is also concerned about the potential for misinterpretation and distortion of the Quranic text. The speaker’s emphasis is on ensuring that new translations and commentaries are rooted in sound scholarship, adhere to the core beliefs of Islam, and avoid the insertion of personal biases and agendas.
Ijtihad: Adapting Islamic Law to Modern Issues
The speaker views ijtihad as a crucial and beneficial practice in Islamic jurisprudence, essential for addressing contemporary issues while staying true to the core tenets of Islam [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the speaker’s perspective:
Necessity for Modern Issues: The speaker indicates that ijtihad is vital for addressing new problems and challenges that arise over time [1, 2]. Since the Quran and Sunnah are considered fixed, ijtihad allows for the application of these religious principles to modern situations not explicitly covered in the original texts [1, 2].
Independent Reasoning: The speaker describes ijtihad as a process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. This signifies that qualified scholars can interpret and deduce legal rulings on new issues, a process that should be rooted in the primary sources of Islamic law, and not be arbitrary [1, 2].
Acceptable Disagreement: The speaker recognizes that ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion [2]. These differences are considered acceptable as long as they are within the framework of core Islamic beliefs and not based on personal bias [2]. The speaker sees this open-endedness as a positive aspect of Islam [2]. The speaker states that disagreements arise from interpretations, not translations of the Quran [2].
Complementary to Fixed Beliefs:Ijtihad is applied to modern issues and not to the core beliefs of Islam which are considered fixed and not subject to reinterpretation [2]. These core beliefs include the nature of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels [2, 3].
Guidance within Boundaries: The speaker clarifies that ijtihad is a tool for guidance, but it must always be rooted in the Quran and Sunnah [2]. It is not meant to change the fundamental principles of Islam [2]. The purpose of ijtihad is to find solutions that align with Islamic teachings, rather than contradict them [2].
Addressing Misleading Interpretations: The speaker suggests that ijtihad helps counter misleading interpretations of the Quran [2]. By providing new perspectives rooted in sound reasoning, scholars can address issues that have been misrepresented or misunderstood [2]. The speaker notes that people may be dishonest by inserting their own matters into the tafsir, and that some people try to make permissible things impermissible through their interpretations [3, 4].
Dynamic Understanding: The speaker sees ijtihad as facilitating a dynamic and evolving understanding of religious law [2]. This approach enables Islam to remain relevant and adaptable to the changing circumstances of the world, while adhering to its foundational principles [2].
In summary, the speaker considers ijtihad a critical mechanism for adapting Islamic law to contemporary issues, within the boundaries set by core Islamic beliefs [1, 2]. The speaker believes that while core beliefs are fixed, ijtihad enables the application of religious teachings to new and changing circumstances [2]. The speaker also emphasizes the need to ground interpretations in the Quran and Sunnah and not in personal bias. [2].
Religious Extremism in Pakistan
According to the speaker, several factors contribute to religious extremism in Pakistan [1]. These include:
The Maulvi-Military Alliance: The speaker asserts that a key factor is the alliance between religious leaders (Maulvis) and the military establishment [1]. This alliance is seen as using religious sentiments for political gain, often to defame political opponents [1]. The military establishment has used religious figures for their own purposes, fostering an environment where religious extremism can flourish [1].
Exploitation of Religious Sentiments: The speaker notes that religious sentiments are often exploited by various groups for their own purposes [1, 2]. Political and military actors manipulate religious feelings to rally support for their agendas, exacerbating societal divisions [1]. This manipulation can create an environment where extremist views are normalized and violence becomes more likely.
Sectarianism: The speaker discusses how the military establishment promoted certain sects, like Deoband, which led to violence and the killing of Shias [1, 2]. This sectarian division has been a long-standing issue, with different groups clashing and contributing to religious extremism.
Lack of Rule of Law: According to the speaker, the absence of a strong rule of law in Pakistan allows extremist elements to operate with impunity [1]. When individuals and groups know that they will not be held accountable for their actions, they are more likely to engage in violence and other forms of extremism.
Influence of Extremist Groups: The speaker points out the influence of groups like the Taliban and TLP (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan) [2, 3]. These groups, despite their differing views, often exploit religious sentiments to achieve their objectives. Some of these groups have been used by the establishment while others have sincere followers who believe they are working for an Islamic system [2, 3]. However, they are also seen as being funded by foreign entities [3].
Failure of State Institutions: The speaker criticizes state institutions for failing to address religious extremism effectively [3, 4]. The speaker notes that the state has not launched a counter-narrative to extremist ideologies, and instead seeks statements from “mummy-daddy” scholars who do not address the root of the problem [4]. The state has also not been able to control extremist elements, leading to a cycle of violence and impunity [3, 4].
Misinterpretation of Religious Texts: The speaker suggests that some interpretations of religious texts contribute to extremism [5, 6]. The speaker explains that the Quran and Sunnah provide a fixed foundation, but when individuals and groups insert their own biased interpretations into these texts, it can lead to the proliferation of extremism [5, 6].
Use of Religious Slogans for Political Gain: The speaker mentions how groups use religious slogans and causes, such as the “end of Prophethood,” as a pretext for violence and to achieve their own political goals [2]. This manipulation of religious sentiments is viewed as a key factor that exacerbates religious extremism [2].
In summary, the speaker attributes religious extremism in Pakistan to a complex interplay of factors, including the manipulation of religion by political and military actors, the absence of a strong rule of law, the influence of extremist groups, state institutional failures, and the misinterpretation of religious texts.
Islamic Viewpoints and Societal Impacts in Pakistan
Differing Islamic viewpoints in Pakistan have significant societal impacts, contributing to division, conflict, and challenges to the rule of law [1, 2]. Here are some of the key effects, according to the speaker:
Sectarian Violence: The speaker notes that differing interpretations and viewpoints lead to sectarian violence [3, 4]. The speaker highlights that the promotion of certain sects by the military establishment has led to violence and the killing of Shias [3, 4]. This demonstrates how differing viewpoints are not just academic debates but have real, violent consequences in Pakistani society.
Extremism: The speaker explains that varying interpretations of religious texts and beliefs contribute to religious extremism [1, 2]. Misinterpretations of the Quran and Sunnah, combined with personal biases, can lead to the proliferation of extremist views [1, 2]. The speaker also notes that some people try to make permissible things impermissible through their interpretations [2]. This extremism is not confined to a single group, and is seen across a range of groups with differing views and practices [5].
Erosion of the Rule of Law: The speaker argues that a lack of adherence to the rule of law allows extremist elements to act with impunity [3]. When people believe they can take the law into their own hands, it leads to a breakdown in social order [6]. This is further exacerbated by groups that exploit religious sentiments to achieve their own goals [4]. The speaker notes that even though there is consensus among scholars that the law should not be taken into one’s own hands, this message does not reach the common people [6].
Social Division: The speaker indicates that differing viewpoints lead to social division and a lack of unity [3]. When groups focus on their differences, it leads to conflict and animosity and makes it difficult to address larger issues like corruption and injustice [3, 5, 6]. The speaker also notes that some groups use religious slogans and causes, such as the “end of Prophethood”, as a pretext for violence [4].
Exploitation of Religious Sentiments: The speaker points out that political and military actors often manipulate religious sentiments for their own purposes, leading to further societal division [3]. This exploitation can foster an environment where extremist views are normalized and violence is more likely [3]. This manipulation has been used to defame political leaders, using religious figures to achieve political goals, thereby deepening the divisions within the society [3].
Challenges to Modernization: The speaker notes how some interpretations of Islam hinder progress and modernization [2, 7]. There is a tension between traditional interpretations and modern approaches to jurisprudence, and the speaker highlights that many scholars initially resist new concepts only to later accept them [7, 8]. The speaker also notes that there is also a resistance to science, and that some people will reject scientific fact because they conflict with religious beliefs [9, 10].
Disrespect for Other Religions: The speaker discusses the issue of disrespect and violence towards other religious communities, such as Christians and Qadianis [5, 11]. This demonstrates that some groups use their interpretations of Islamic texts to justify discrimination and violence against those with different religious viewpoints [5, 12]. The speaker also notes that despite the fact that the state is responsible for protecting all citizens, regardless of their religion, this does not always happen [5].
In summary, differing Islamic viewpoints in Pakistan have a wide range of negative societal impacts, including sectarian violence, extremism, erosion of the rule of law, social division, exploitation of religious sentiments, challenges to modernization, and disrespect for other religions. These issues are complex and are intertwined with political, historical, and social factors, creating significant challenges for Pakistani society [3, 5, 12].
History in Contemporary Islamic Discourse
Historical events and figures play a significant role in contemporary Islamic debates, often serving as points of reference, contention, and justification for various viewpoints. Here’s how the sources illustrate this:
Use of Historical Precedent: The speaker notes that when new misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced, people look to the past for guidance, trying to provide solutions in light of the Quran and Sunnah [1]. However, this often involves interpreting historical events and figures in different ways [1, 2]. The speaker mentions that there are differing opinions about the beginning of the revelation to the Prophet, and that some scholars present completely different pictures of it, which can lead to differing beliefs [2].
Figures as Points of Reference: The speaker references numerous historical figures, such as Maulana Maududi, Dr. Asrar, and Dr. Tahir-ul-Qadri to demonstrate different viewpoints on specific topics like the issue of images [1]. These figures are used to exemplify diverse interpretations within Islamic thought. The speaker also mentions Einstein and Stephen Hawking as examples of individuals who contributed greatly to scientific knowledge, and uses them to discuss how knowledge evolves over time [3, 4]. The speaker mentions Khadim Rizvi as a figure who was sincere but who also contributed to extremism [4, 5].
The Prophet Muhammad’s Example: The life and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly as recorded in the Hadith, are central to many Islamic debates [6-8]. The speaker discusses the beginning of the revelation to the Prophet, noting that it is reported in Bukhari and Muslim that it began with good dreams [6]. The speaker also discusses the concept of Sunnah, which is defined as the practices of the Prophet which have been transferred by consensus in a practical way [3]. The speaker also uses the example of the Prophet and his family to explain the concept of breast feeding and the status of foster relations [7].
The Early Caliphate and Interpretations of History: The actions and policies of the early Caliphate are also points of debate. The speaker uses the example of the Banu Umayyad to show how historical narratives can be manipulated to defend certain political positions [3]. They also note that some groups bring false and undocumented traditions of history to defend the Banu Umayyad, which shows how history can be manipulated to make certain points [3]. The speaker notes that the caliphate was broken even though some had recited Qur’at Nazla over it [9].
The Role of Scholars: The speaker indicates that scholars play a critical role in interpreting and transmitting historical religious knowledge [1, 10]. The speaker also references the work of scholars in the past and how they arrived at specific conclusions. The speaker argues that even though there have been interpretations of the Quran for 1400 years, new interpretations are written when new misleading beliefs arise [1, 10]. The speaker criticizes some scholars for introducing their own interpretations, and for not being able to explain basic concepts of Islam to the people [10-12]. The speaker also notes that scholars go into a “denial mode” when new concepts come out, and that they often forbid things before making them permissible later on [13].
Historical Events as Justification: The speaker explains how historical events are used to justify certain actions, such as violence or discrimination. The speaker refers to the period of Zia-ul-Haq, noting that this period was responsible for the creation of much religious extremism in Pakistan [14, 15]. The speaker also refers to the Shia-Sunni conflict and how certain sects were supported which led to the killing of Shias [14]. The speaker uses the example of Mumtaz Qadri, who killed someone in the name of religion [5, 11]. The speaker uses these examples to show how historical events and figures influence contemporary attitudes and beliefs.
Evolution of Understanding: The speaker indicates that there is an evolution of understanding, such as the acceptance of the concept of blood groups, which was not known for a long time, and they suggest that some things are understood by people at certain times in history, and that knowledge evolves over time [16, 17]. The speaker notes that things like traffic laws, which did not exist in the past, are also part of an evolution of societal development [18].
Distortions of History: The speaker explains how some groups use distorted historical narratives to promote division and conflict. The speaker discusses how groups manipulate historical narratives to defend their positions, showing how interpretations of historical events can be used to justify certain actions and beliefs [3, 19].
In summary, the speaker demonstrates that historical events and figures are not simply relics of the past, but are actively used and reinterpreted in contemporary Islamic debates, influencing everything from legal rulings to social attitudes and political action. These historical references can either foster understanding or fuel division, depending on how they are used and understood.
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The text comprises a lengthy, rambling discourse centered on Islamic theology, specifically addressing controversies surrounding the intercession of the Prophet Muhammad and the accusations of shirk (polytheism) against certain religious figures. A speaker refutes claims of promoting shirk, citing Quranic verses and Hadith to support their arguments. The speaker also criticizes certain interpretations of Islamic beliefs and practices, highlighting what they consider misinterpretations and distortions of the faith. The speaker repeatedly emphasizes the importance of strict monotheism (Tawheed) and criticizes those they believe stray from this principle. The overall tone is passionate and defensive.
Study Guide: Analysis of Religious Discourse
Quiz
Instructions: Answer each question in 2-3 complete sentences.
What is the central criticism leveled against the Barelvi Mufti, Jamaluddin Qadri Baghdadi, in the text?
The text references Bayazid Bastami and a claim about his flag. What is this claim, and what does the speaker imply about it?
According to the text, how do some people distort the concept of intercession, and what are the implications?
How does the speaker use the Hadith of Shafa’at (intercession) to challenge the beliefs of the Barelvis?
What is the significance of the story about the Prophet’s saliva and healing, as recounted in the text?
What is the main concern raised regarding the beliefs and practices of some elders or religious figures in the text?
What is the significance of the story involving water miraculously appearing from the Prophet’s fingers or the blessing of food?
The speaker mentions the incident of Umar’s approach to the grave of the Prophet. How is this used to challenge practices of some Muslims?
How does the speaker interpret the concept of “help” as it is discussed in the Quran?
What is the speaker’s ultimate goal in critiquing these religious practices and beliefs?
Answer Key
The speaker criticizes Jamaluddin Qadri Baghdadi for making a speech that was titled “Wahabi Exposed” with a thumbnail featuring pictures of those he deemed to be Wahabi, including the speaker. He was also criticized for his distorted view of intercession, that the speaker believed amounted to shirk.
Bayazid Bastami is said to have claimed that his flag was larger than Muhammad’s, and that all prophets would be under his flag. The speaker uses this claim to imply that such beliefs are arrogant and blasphemous, and demonstrate a dangerous departure from true Islamic teachings.
Some people, according to the speaker, distort the concept of intercession by directly seeking help from prophets and saints rather than seeking Allah directly. This implies a form of shirk, by believing others possess divine power.
The speaker uses the Hadith of Shafa’at to show how some distort the purpose of intercession, stating it is meant to show the glory and special status of the Prophet, not as a means for bypassing direct prayer to God. The hadith is used to refute the idea that others can intercede as equals with Allah.
The story of the Prophet’s saliva and healing is used to illustrate the blessings and power bestowed upon him by Allah. The speaker emphasizes that these blessings came from Allah, not as an example of how someone else could possess a similar power.
The speaker is concerned that some elders or religious figures promote beliefs and practices that lead to shirk, or polytheism. The speaker implies that some leaders are distorting the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah to increase their power.
The stories of water and food miraculously appearing are used to illustrate the Prophet’s blessings and relationship to Allah’s power. The speaker argues that these are examples of God’s blessings on His Prophet, not an example of how the world works.
The incident of Umar approaching the Prophet’s grave is used to demonstrate the belief that after death, one cannot ask the deceased for help. The speaker emphasizes that Umar did not directly ask the Prophet for blessings, but rather asked Allah through the Prophet.
The speaker interprets the concept of “help” (madad) in the Quran as exclusively coming from Allah. The speaker argues that asking anyone other than Allah for help or assistance is a form of shirk and should be avoided.
The speaker’s ultimate goal is to promote a correct understanding of Tawhid, or the oneness of God, and to combat what he views as practices of shirk. He wishes to lead people back to a purer form of Islam, based directly on the Quran and Sunnah.
Essay Questions
Analyze the speaker’s use of specific anecdotes and stories from the Islamic tradition to support his arguments. How effective are these in establishing his position?
Explore the speaker’s concept of Tawhid. How does the text distinguish between true worship of Allah and what he identifies as forms of shirk?
Discuss the speaker’s view on the role of prophets and other religious figures in Islam, focusing on his arguments against seeking intercession or help from them.
Critically examine the speaker’s critique of Barelvi beliefs and practices. What specific points are most emphasized, and how does he support his claims?
Consider the relationship between tradition and innovation in the context of the speaker’s arguments. How does he use traditional texts to critique modern practices, and what implications does this have for religious authority?
Glossary
Shirk: The act of associating partners with Allah, considered the gravest sin in Islam.
Tawhid: The Islamic doctrine of the oneness of Allah. It is the most important concept in Islam.
Barelvi: A South Asian Sunni movement that is known for devotion to the Prophet Muhammad and the Sufi saints. They are frequently criticized by more literalist Sunni groups for alleged excessive veneration.
Wahabi: A puritanical Sunni Muslim reform movement that originated in Arabia in the 18th century, emphasizing a strict interpretation of Islam.
Sunnah: The practices, customs, and traditions of the Prophet Muhammad, which Muslims are encouraged to follow.
Quran: The central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the word of God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
Hadith: A collection of sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, which serve as a guide for Muslims.
Shafaat (Intercession): The act of mediating or pleading on behalf of another, particularly the belief that the Prophet Muhammad can intercede with Allah on behalf of believers.
Ahl-e-Bait: The family of the Prophet Muhammad, which is highly respected in Islam.
Sahaba Karam: The companions of the Prophet Muhammad, considered highly influential and trustworthy figures in Islam.
Ghaus/Qutub/Abdal: Hierarchical titles or ranks within Sufi orders, often associated with figures believed to have special spiritual status.
Khawarij: An early Islamic group that broke away from the main Muslim community and are noted for their extreme views and harsh actions.
Tawassul: Seeking to draw near to God through an intermediary, such as a saintly person.
Wasila: A means or intermediary through which one seeks to achieve something, often associated with seeking divine favor.
Isti’ana: Seeking help directly from God.
Istighatha: Seeking help from God in times of extreme need.
Rizq: Sustenance or provision from Allah.
Iya ka na’budu wa iya ka nasta’in: The phrase, “You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help,” from Surah Al-Fatiha, emphasized as a call to only worship Allah and seek help only from Allah.
Al Madad: “The help,” an expression used to seek assistance.
Critique of Islamic Doctrinal Deviations
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Briefing Document: Analysis of “Pasted Text”
Introduction:
This document analyzes a lengthy text that appears to be a transcription of a religious lecture or discourse, delivered in a passionate and somewhat rambling style. The speaker is addressing various theological and doctrinal issues, primarily criticizing what he perceives as deviations from core Islamic teachings, particularly within Barelvi and Shia traditions. The central themes revolve around Tawhid (Oneness of God), the proper understanding of the Prophet Muhammad’s role, and the dangers of Shirk (associating partners with God). The speaker often uses strong language, sarcasm, and anecdotal stories to make his points. He positions himself as a defender of “true” Islamic principles, which he grounds in the Quran and Sunnah, often contrasting this with what he perceives as corrupted beliefs and practices of others.
Main Themes and Key Ideas:
Critique of Shirk: The most dominant theme is the speaker’s relentless condemnation of what he considers shirk. This is at the core of nearly every point he raises, focusing on practices that, in his view, wrongly attribute divine powers or characteristics to beings other than Allah.
He criticizes practices like seeking intercession from the Prophet (peace be upon him) or saints (like Abdul Qadir Jilani), stating that only Allah can provide help and intercession. He asks rhetorically, “To whom will you go again in the end?” highlighting the belief that all should ultimately turn to Allah.
He directly confronts the concept of intercession, specifically targeting statements like “We will intercede for the Prophet” as shirk. He argues, “How lovely is the shirk that all of us have together… All of them will not turn their face towards Allah,” highlighting what he sees as a widespread problem.
He is incensed by ideas like “my flag is bigger than Mohammed’s flag” saying “Now this will be bigger than Mohammed’s flag” and sees this as an elevation of beings above their proper place. This is framed as a major example of deviating into shirk.
The Centrality of Tawhid: In contrast to what he considers shirk, the speaker emphasizes the absolute Tawhid and that no one shares in Allah’s attributes or powers:
He declares, “There is no one except Allah, No one but Allah does everything, and He himself is not there.” He repeats this idea to stress the uniqueness and power of Allah.
He often emphasizes the sole authority and power of Allah, stressing “Only Allah” can solve difficulties, stating, “There is no one except Allah. No one can solve difficulties except Allah.”
He promotes a direct relationship with Allah. “There is no need to take it, there are ways to take it.”
The Role and Status of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): The speaker is extremely respectful of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) but firmly rejects any notion of him having divine powers or acting as an intermediary with Allah.
He criticizes those who seek help directly from the Prophet, stating, “These people refuse to recommend and there it is from Ambiya Karam Ali Salam will reach Rasulallah via Sallallahu a ji, we have reached there have you gone to Bayazid Basta and Wherever he has to go, he has taken you too.”
He emphasizes the Prophet’s role as a messenger and guide but emphasizes he is a human like other prophets, “I am a servant of Allah and His messenger” . He critiques any attempt to elevate him to a divine level which has “been deposited in the account” that is now bigger than Mohammed, and rejects that as an attack on Tawhid.
He views the love of the Prophet, and the respect of his tradition as essential, using language like “the blessings of the end of Prophethood of Wasallam” and “the correct Aqeedah.”
Criticism of Barelvi and Shia Practices: The speaker repeatedly targets Barelvi and Shia traditions, accusing them of corrupting core Islamic teachings.
He attacks Barelvi scholars like Jamaluddin Qadri Baghdadi and criticizes the naat (devotional poetry) of Aala Hazrat Amaj Barelvi Sahab. He accuses them of “false accusation in contact with” and a “gustak aqad.”
He criticizes “story telling” from books such as “Taskar ul Aulia” as a source of misguidance, “This book is full of stories You get to hear the stories, right?”
He refutes ideas of divine intercession, particularly citing “the belief of Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Wasallam and Shafaat robbery on top of” the Barelvi beliefs. He rejects that “Abdul Qadir Jilani will save us from the fire.”
He also critiques Shia beliefs, often referring to Maula Ali and the Ahl-e-Bayt to refute ideas he sees as incorrect. He refers to a letter by Maula Ali stating, “O my son Hasan, remember Allah, There is a court and a dargah that he has made for his court No guard was posted outside so that by whose permission, by whose charity, by whose means You have to come inside directly from Allah.”
Emphasis on Quran and Sunnah: The speaker consistently appeals to the Quran and Sunnah as the ultimate sources of authority.
He refers to the “believers of Quran and Sunnah” and criticizes those who “haven’t read it openly.”
He frequently cites Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet) from sources like Bukhari and Muslim, especially when refuting claims and promoting the importance of following correct religious practices that go “above the thumbnail”.
He often criticizes those he claims are “selling in the name of Quran and Sunnah” but in fact are “eating donations”.
Use of Anecdotes and Sarcasm: The speaker uses a conversational and sometimes sarcastic style, often telling stories to illustrate his points and using humor or irony to highlight what he sees as flaws in opposing viewpoints.
He refers to an incident where “a boy from that jail told me that it will happen like this” to support claims about future problems.
He uses sarcasm to dismiss opposing viewpoints, saying things like “How lovely is shirk, How lovely is the shirk which is all together” to challenge those who engage in practices he sees as shirk.
He often references humorous and strange stories to expose the strange things he perceives are being taught, such as “Then Baba went to the grave and Mirza to the jail will you tell me where did you go from.”
The Battle Against Innovation and Misguidance
The speaker presents himself as a defender of the true faith by attacking religious innovation, as well as a critic of those who distort it for profit or power. He says, “The platform’s attempt to defame Daawat-e-Haq Effort I will directly tell his elders.”
He views himself as one who is clearing away the filth of incorrect thinking, “Engineer sahab, dirty corn is not dirt Our elders had spread the blame Engineer sahab is not at fault, it is not ours of the elderly”
Important Facts and Claims:
The speaker mentions a video by a Barelvi Mufti named Jamaluddin Qadri Baghdadi which he critiques, stating, “it was his video he I made a speech somewhere and when that video was uploaded He wrote its title as Wahabi Exposed.”
He frequently cites historical figures and scholars, such as Bayazid Bastani, Fariduddin Attar, Junaid Baghdadi, and Imam Bukhari, often interpreting their views through his own lens.
He cites specific verses from the Quran and Hadith, using them to support his arguments and refute the claims of others.
He criticizes the concept of “Huzoor Gaus Azam that he is a martyr” saying, “In this era in which Huzoor Gaus It is being said about Azam that he is a martyr.”
He critiques those who he says have claimed, “my flag is bigger than Mohammed’s flag” and “that it was Baba-e-Sahaaba Karam’s father is worse than animals worse than animals though I am.”
He cites the story of the grave and “Baba went out and he said brother My devotee was Ghaus Pak, so I worshipped my Lord I said to him, O God, it is my relation, please give me relief Then Allah said that this lane is very long” and uses this to highlight what he believes are false tales.
He claims “those whose elders are in this condition… These people were not telling false defense themselves Allah was speaking through their mouths, you oppressors.”
Conclusion:
The text represents a highly critical and passionate discourse aimed at challenging what the speaker views as deviations from core Islamic teachings. Through his analysis, he attempts to reinforce the fundamental principles of Tawhid, the unique role of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and the importance of adhering to the Quran and Sunnah. He positions his work as a necessary intervention against false beliefs that are being peddled. He is very clear that he believes only his interpretation is the true one and critiques others for spreading “shirk” in the Muslim world.
Critiquing Shirk in Islamic Traditions
FAQ: Understanding Key Concepts from the Provided Text
1. What is the central concern being addressed in the text regarding religious beliefs and practices?
The text primarily focuses on critiquing what the speaker perceives as “shirk” (idolatry or polytheism) within certain Islamic traditions, particularly those associated with Barelvi beliefs and practices. The speaker argues that many actions, beliefs and practices that some Muslims engage in can be seen as taking focus away from the singular worship of Allah and instead attributing powers to prophets, saints, and other figures, essentially equating them with God, which is considered shirk in Islam.
2. What specific practices or beliefs are criticized as examples of “shirk”?
The speaker criticizes several practices and beliefs as examples of shirk, including:
Seeking intercession (Shafaat) from the Prophet Muhammad or other figures on the Day of Judgment instead of directly appealing to Allah.
Believing that figures like Abdul Qadir Jilani or other saints can help people in times of difficulty or save them from hellfire.
Attributing divine qualities or powers to figures other than Allah, such as the ability to be present everywhere or control natural phenomena.
Reciting certain names or phrases, such as calling out “Ya Ghaus” or “Ya Ali” for assistance, which is seen as attributing power to these figures.
Believing that prophets or saints have power over life, death, sustenance, or any other aspect of reality, which, in Islam, is seen as belonging solely to Allah.
3. How does the speaker view the role of prophets and saints in relation to Allah?
The speaker emphasizes that prophets and saints are servants of Allah, and not divine entities, nor worthy of worship. He insists that all power and authority belong solely to Allah, and no intermediary can intercede between God and human beings. The speaker believes that prophets and saints can be good role models, guides in Islam, but they should not be venerated or attributed with divine qualities. The speaker considers excessive veneration, and requests for help, to be a deviation from the pure monotheism in Islam.
4. What is the speaker’s understanding of “Tawhid” (the oneness of God)?
Tawhid, in the speaker’s view, is the foundational principle of Islam, asserting the absolute oneness and uniqueness of Allah. It means believing that Allah is the sole creator, sustainer, and ruler of the universe, and that He alone deserves worship. The speaker sees any act that ascribes divine attributes or powers to anyone or anything besides Allah as a violation of Tawhid, and thus a major sin. It involves acknowledging that no one can compete with Allah, there is nothing that can compare to Allah and that one must always remain with this concept in mind in all one’s dealings with one’s faith.
5. What is the speaker’s position on the intercession (Shafaat) of the Prophet Muhammad?
The speaker believes that the Prophet Muhammad does have a special status in the sight of Allah, and will be a key figure on the Day of Judgment. However, the speaker strongly opposes the belief that Prophet Muhammad, or other figures, can directly intercede for believers with Allah. The speaker believes that asking the Prophet or any other figure for help is not allowed, as it assumes those figures have a level of power that belongs only to Allah. He states that believers must beseech Allah directly for salvation, and not rely on intermediaries.
6. How does the speaker interpret and use hadith (prophetic traditions) in their arguments?
The speaker frequently uses hadith to support their arguments, often citing hadith from reputable sources like Bukhari and Muslim. However, the speaker sometimes criticizes the interpretation and application of these hadith by other groups, often emphasizing the context and broader Islamic principles. They point out that traditions are sometimes misconstrued by those using them to validate problematic beliefs and practices. The speaker aims to correct interpretations, asserting that they should always align with the core belief of Tawhid.
7. What is the speaker’s critique of those who he refers to as “Babas” or elders?
The speaker is critical of religious leaders, figures or “Babas” who they believe have introduced beliefs and practices that deviate from the pure monotheism of Islam. The speaker accuses these figures of twisting texts to mislead people into shirk and using them to garner support and financial resources. They often refer to historical figures as examples of people whose words, when scrutinized in light of the Quran and hadith, are problematic and contradictory. They argue that many of the teachings and practices promoted by these elders contradict the fundamental principles of Islam.
8. How does the speaker portray the actions and beliefs of those he disagrees with?
The speaker often portrays those with differing beliefs as ignorant, misguided, and potentially deceitful. The speaker believes these groups are perpetuating un-Islamic practices by introducing new ideas into the faith that stray from traditional Islamic teaching. The speaker often states they are using the cloak of the Quran and Sunnah to justify practices that have no basis in Islam and that lead to shirk. They are often referred to as those who have strayed from the true path and are leading others astray.
Shirk in Islam: Definition, Manifestations, and Misinterpretations
Shirk, which is associating partners with Allah, is discussed in the sources as a grave sin with various forms and implications [1-5].
Key points about shirk include:
Definition: Shirk is described as associating anyone or anything with Allah in worship, or believing that anyone other than Allah has ultimate power or can fulfill one’s needs [1-3, 5, 6].
Severity: The sources emphasize that shirk is the most serious sin, and Allah does not forgive it [5]. It is described as a sensitive issue, and those who commit shirk will not be saved or receive intercession [5, 7].
Manifestations of shirk:Intercession: Seeking intercession from anyone other than Allah, including prophets, is described as shirk [2-4, 8]. Some people are said to commit shirk by going to prophets for intercession and not turning towards Allah [1, 8].
Seeking help from others than Allah: The sources mention that seeking help from anyone other than Allah, such as saints or deceased figures, is a form of shirk [3, 5, 9-13].
Elevating prophets or saints: Exalting prophets or saints to a status that is due only to Allah is considered shirk [14, 15].
Attributing divine qualities to others: Believing that anyone other than Allah has the power to create, provide, or control destiny is shirk [3, 9, 11, 15-17]. For example, it is stated that only Allah gives and distributes sustenance [11, 16].
Shirk and the Prophet Muhammad: The sources highlight the importance of not elevating Prophet Muhammad in a way that resembles the Christian elevation of Jesus [14, 15]. The Prophet is described as a servant and messenger of Allah [7, 14, 15]. It is also mentioned that those who worship Muhammad are wrong because Muhammad is dead, and Allah is the only one who is alive and will never die [18].
Misinterpretations and accusations of shirk:The sources note that some people accuse others of shirk incorrectly, often based on misinterpretations of Islamic texts [4, 19, 20].
The sources contain accounts of people who accuse others of shirk, particularly regarding practices related to intercession or seeking help from figures other than Allah [2-4, 8, 19].
The sources emphasize the need to understand the nuances of Tawhid (Oneness of God) and avoid falsely accusing others of shirk [20].
Some people use the Quran to accuse others of shirk and misinterpret verses about idols, applying them to prophets and saints [21, 22].
Tawhid vs. Shirk: The sources contrast shirk with the concept of Tawhid, which is the belief in the absolute oneness of Allah [5-7, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 23-25]. True believers should only seek help and guidance from Allah, and not associate any partners with Him [4, 10, 19, 20].
The Barelvi perspective: The sources discuss a Barelvi Mufti’s video, which resulted in many accusations of shirk against them [2]. The response to this is that many of their practices and beliefs are misinterpreted [2].
These points emphasize the importance of understanding shirk and avoiding any practices or beliefs that could lead to it [5, 25].
The Prophet’s Intercession: A Corrected Understanding
The sources discuss the concept of the Prophet’s intercession (Shafa’at) in detail, often in the context of refuting what is considered to be incorrect beliefs and practices related to it [1, 2]. The sources emphasize that intercession is solely Allah’s right [3-5], but that the Prophet Muhammad has been granted permission to intercede for his followers under specific conditions [2].
Key points about the Prophet’s intercession include:
Intercession is a right of Allah: The sources state that ultimately, only Allah has the power to grant intercession [3-5]. Any act of seeking intercession must be directed towards Allah, and not any other being.
Prophet’s intercession with Allah’s permission: The Prophet Muhammad is granted the right to intercede for his followers on the Day of Judgment, but only with Allah’s permission [2, 6]. The Prophet’s intercession is not automatic but is a special favor from Allah to the Prophet and his Ummah [2].
Conditions for intercession:
Intercession will be granted to those who have not committed shirk [7, 8]. Shirk is considered the gravest sin and will not be forgiven, thus barring one from receiving intercession [2, 7, 8].
Those who have created difficulties for the Prophet in this world will not receive his intercession on the Day of Judgment [2].
The sources state that the Prophet’s intercession is part of the blessings of the end of Prophethood [5].
Misconceptions about intercession:
Some people are said to commit shirk by believing that they can go to the Prophet for intercession directly, instead of turning to Allah [3, 4]. They do this by making the Prophet a means of reaching Allah, which is considered as associating partners with Allah [4].
Some believe that they can seek help from the Prophet in this world and on the Day of Judgment [2]. However, the sources argue that help should only be sought from Allah and the Prophet is not the ultimate source of help [9-11].
The sources criticize those who believe that the Prophet has the ability to save them from the fire, stating that only Allah can do so [9, 12].
Some have misinterpreted the concept of intercession, using hadiths about intercession to justify their own beliefs and practices [1, 2].
The Day of Judgment: The Prophet will be a special guest on the Day of Judgment and will be a door to intercession, his hands blessed [6].
Reaching the Prophet: The sources describe the process of people reaching the Prophet via the Ambiya Karam [13]. However, some use this to argue that people will not face Allah on the day of judgment [13]. This idea is refuted by saying that on the Day of Judgment everyone will be with the Prophet [12].
Examples and Analogies:
The sources use the example of a Barelvi Mufti’s video which was titled “Wahabi Exposed” to illustrate differing beliefs about intercession [1]. The video was criticized for accusing people of denying the Prophet’s intercession.
The sources mention stories in Tajaktul Aulia which mention that the Prophet and other prophets are under the flag of a certain person, which is used to refute the idea that prophets have intercession [12, 14].
The sources mention the story of Sheikh Ahmed Rafai kissing Abdul Qadir Jilani’s hand as a narrative that has been twisted to indicate that others besides the prophet also have powers of intercession [15].
Tawassul
The sources state that the act of tawassul (seeking a means to approach Allah) and intercession are two different things, but that people often mix them [16].
The sources emphasize the importance of maintaining a correct understanding of the Prophet’s intercession, as misinterpretations can lead to shirk. True believers should always seek help and guidance from Allah alone, understanding that the Prophet’s intercession is a favor from Allah and not an independent right.
Tawhid: The Oneness of Allah in Islam
Tawhid, the concept of the oneness of Allah, is a central theme in the sources, frequently discussed in contrast to shirk. The sources emphasize the absolute singularity of Allah and the importance of directing all worship, devotion, and reliance towards Him alone [1-3].
Key aspects of Tawhid, as discussed in the sources, include:
Absolute Oneness of Allah: Tawhid is the belief that Allah is one and has no partners, equals, or rivals [1-3]. This means that all power, authority, and divinity belong solely to Allah.
Rejection of Shirk: Tawhid is inseparable from the rejection of shirk [4, 5]. Shirk, which is associating partners with Allah, is considered the greatest sin and a direct contradiction of Tawhid. Therefore, recognizing Allah’s oneness requires avoiding any form of shirk.
Worship of Allah Alone: Tawhid dictates that all forms of worship should be directed exclusively to Allah [6, 7]. This includes prayer, supplication, seeking help, and any other act of devotion. The sources reject the idea that any created being, including prophets, saints, or angels, should be the object of worship or devotion.
Allah as the Sole Provider and Controller: Tawhid asserts that Allah is the sole provider, sustainer, and controller of all things [7]. This means that all blessings, sustenance, and events are from Allah, and no other being has any independent power or authority.
Misconceptions about Tawhid:
The sources discuss how some people have a flawed understanding of Tawhid and use it to accuse others of shirk. [4, 5, 8]
Some people misinterpret the concept of seeking help through patience and prayer as shirk, when in fact these are acts of worship that are in line with Tawhid. [8]
The sources criticize those who claim that deceased figures like Abdul Qadir Jilani can help people in times of trouble, arguing that only Allah can provide help. [9, 10]
The sources refute the idea that those who call out “Labbaik Ya Rasool Allah” are committing shirk, because this phrase is an expression of love and not a request for help. [9]
Some individuals incorrectly use verses about idols to apply them to prophets and saints. [11]
Tawhid and the Prophets: The sources clarify the role of prophets in relation to Tawhid. Prophets are seen as messengers of Allah, who call people to Tawhid. The sources emphasize the need to follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad as a way to worship Allah properly and to act in accordance with the dictates of Tawhid. However, the prophets are not to be elevated to a divine status.
Practical implications of Tawhid: The sources suggest that a correct understanding of Tawhid should guide all aspects of life, from daily actions to major decisions. This includes relying on Allah in times of difficulty, seeking His guidance in all matters, and remaining grateful to Him for all blessings.
Tawhid and Intercession: The sources establish that the concept of intercession is connected to Tawhid. Intercession is a right of Allah alone, but He has granted Prophet Muhammad the right to intercede with certain conditions. Therefore, it is not appropriate to ask anyone other than Allah for intercession.
Tawhid and the Quran and Sunnah: The sources emphasize that Tawhid should be understood through the Quran and Sunnah. The sources argue that by adhering to these principles, Muslims can avoid shirk.
The sources also highlight that the concept of Tawhid has been distorted by some people, and many innovations and practices have crept into religious life that contradict Tawhid. Therefore, the sources stress the importance of returning to the Quran and Sunnah as the only source of guidance.
Ultimately, the sources present Tawhid as the foundation of Islam and the most important concept for a Muslim to understand and practice. It requires a complete devotion to Allah and rejection of all forms of shirk.
Quran and Sunnah: Foundations of Islamic Faith
The Quran and Sunnah are presented in the sources as the foundational sources of guidance for Muslims, emphasizing their importance in understanding and practicing Islam, particularly in relation to Tawhid, shirk, and intercession [1-11].
Key points about the Quran and Sunnah include:
Authority: The Quran and Sunnah are considered the ultimate authorities in matters of faith and practice [11]. The sources emphasize that Muslims should refer to them for guidance on all aspects of life [3, 10, 12, 13].
Understanding Tawhid: The sources stress the importance of using the Quran and Sunnah to understand Tawhid, the oneness of Allah, correctly [3-6, 8, 10, 11]. A proper understanding of Tawhid is achieved through the Quran and Sunnah and is necessary to avoid shirk [6].
Avoiding Shirk: The Quran and Sunnah are presented as the tools to identify and avoid shirk [1, 3, 4, 9-11]. The sources argue that many people fall into shirk due to misinterpretations of the Quran and Sunnah, or by relying on other sources of guidance [6].
Guidance on Intercession: The sources state that the Quran and Sunnah provide the correct understanding of intercession, clarifying that it is only granted by Allah through the Prophet Muhammad with specific conditions [4, 5]. These sources are used to refute what are regarded as incorrect beliefs about intercession [1, 2, 4, 5].
Following the Prophet: The sources highlight the importance of following the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad (Sunnah) as a way to worship Allah properly [2, 4, 6, 9-11]. This includes following his example in prayer, supplication, and other acts of devotion [9, 12].
Refutation of Incorrect Beliefs: The Quran and Sunnah are used to refute what are considered to be incorrect beliefs and practices that contradict Tawhid, such as seeking help from deceased figures, over-exalting the prophets, and innovation in religion [1-3, 5, 6, 10-13].
Examples from the Prophet’s life: The sources cite specific hadith and incidents from the life of the Prophet Muhammad to demonstrate correct understanding of Tawhid, intercession, and prayer [10, 14-17]. For example, the Prophet’s actions regarding rain, healing, and his companions are mentioned to illustrate proper devotion [15, 16].
The Importance of Context: The sources mention that some individuals misinterpret the Quran and Sunnah by taking verses and hadith out of context. Proper understanding of the Quran and Sunnah requires a comprehensive and contextual approach [3, 7, 18, 19].
Criticism of those who misinterpret:
The sources criticize those who use the Quran and Sunnah to support their own flawed beliefs or to accuse others of shirk [3, 6, 8, 9, 20].
Some people are accused of using the Quran to accuse others of shirk by misinterpreting verses about idols and applying them to prophets and saints [1, 19, 21-23].
The sources point out that many people use the Quran and Sunnah as a front to collect donations and build property while deviating from the correct teachings [24].
The sources argue that some individuals prioritize their own interpretations or those of their elders over the clear guidance of the Quran and Sunnah [2, 3, 6, 13, 20].
The Quran and Sunnah as a Complete System: The sources emphasize the Quran and Sunnah as a complete system for guiding Muslims, and there is no need to add or subtract anything from it [3, 6, 11, 25].
In summary, the Quran and Sunnah are presented as the ultimate sources of guidance for Muslims, providing the correct understanding of Tawhid, and warning against shirk. The sources emphasize the importance of turning to these sources for all matters of faith and practice, and avoiding any practices that contradict their teachings [3, 6, 9-11].
Bayazid Bastami: A Case Study in Misguided Beliefs
Bayazid Bastami is mentioned in the sources as an example of a figure whose statements and beliefs are used to highlight and refute what are considered to be incorrect understandings of Islamic concepts, particularly regarding the status of prophets and intercession [1-4].
Key points about Bayazid Bastami, based on the sources, include:
Claims about his status: Bayazid Bastami is quoted as having made extravagant claims about his spiritual status, including the assertion that “Mohammed and all the prophets are under my flag” [2]. This statement is presented in the sources as an example of extreme and unacceptable claims. It is also said that Bayazid claimed his flag would be bigger than Prophet Mohammed’s [2-5].
Refutation of his claims: These claims are used to demonstrate a flawed understanding of the hierarchy of prophets and the limits of spiritual authority [2, 3]. The sources explicitly reject the idea that any individual could be superior to or have authority over the prophets of Allah [2].
Use as an example of misguidance: Bayazid Bastami’s statements are used as an example of beliefs that are contrary to the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2, 4, 5]. The sources suggest that those who follow such beliefs are misguided and that they are following their own desires rather than the guidance of Allah.
Connection to Shirk: The sources imply that such claims and beliefs could lead to shirk, as they involve elevating a human being to a status that belongs only to Allah [4]. By implying that an individual’s flag could be superior to the Prophet’s, these statements are seen as undermining the unique position of the prophets.
Bayazid’s followers: The sources indicate that there are those who accept such claims, and that these people are misguided. In one instance, a person who is said to be a follower of Bayazid Bastami is criticized for saying that “Isa Salam is in jail” [4].
Historical context: The sources cite that these claims by Bayazid Bastami were included in the book Tajaktul Aulia by Sheikh Fariduddin Attar who died almost 800 years ago [2]. This provides historical context but does not validate the claims, as the sources are critical of them.
Comparison to other figures: In the sources, Bayazid Bastami is mentioned alongside other controversial figures such as Junayd Baghdadi and Huzoor Gaus Azam. These examples are used to show how people may later say bad things about these figures, implying that their current reverence may not be justified [6].
Rejection of Extremism: The sources express an overall rejection of extremist views that elevate individuals over prophets [1-4].
In summary, Bayazid Bastami is presented in the sources not as a respected figure, but as an example of someone whose statements have been used to argue against beliefs and practices that are seen as extreme and potentially shirk. The sources stress the importance of the Quran and Sunnah as the only source of guidance and reject the idea that anyone can be superior to or have authority over the prophets of Allah.
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This lecture discusses the devastating California wildfires, using the event as a springboard to explore Islamic theological concepts. The speaker connects the disaster to climate change, highlighting the global impact of environmental issues. He then examines Islamic perspectives on death, suffering, and free will, referencing the Quran and Hadith to address questions about fate and divine justice. The lecture also touches upon the importance of striving for good in both this world and the hereafter, emphasizing a balanced life of faith and action. Finally, the speaker addresses the proper Islamic response to the suffering of both Muslims and non-Muslims, offering guidance on prayer and interactions with people of different faiths.
Understanding Calamity and Destiny: A Study Guide
Quiz
Instructions: Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences each.
What natural disaster is discussed as a primary example of suffering and what are its primary causes?
What is the speaker’s perspective on the role of climate change in relation to the disaster?
What does the speaker believe is the correct Islamic perspective on responding to calamities, especially when they affect non-Muslims?
According to the speaker, how does the concept of “tasting death” connect to the discussion of suffering and the afterlife?
The speaker argues that suffering can stem from both divine will and human actions. Briefly explain this concept using examples from the text.
How does the speaker use the example of the Los Angeles fire to illustrate the concept of turning to God in times of hardship?
Explain the speaker’s view on the relationship between fate and human action, especially regarding the concept of earning one’s place in heaven or hell.
How does the speaker reconcile the seemingly contradictory concepts of free will and pre-determined destiny?
The speaker emphasizes the importance of dua (supplication). Explain the various benefits of dua as discussed in the text.
What is the speaker’s advice on balancing worldly pursuits with preparation for the afterlife?
Answer Key
The speaker discusses the devastating fire in Los Angeles, attributing it primarily to climate change, specifically global warming and strong, dry winds.
The speaker believes climate change, resulting from human actions like excessive fuel burning, is a major factor in the increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters.
The speaker argues Muslims should view calamities, regardless of who they affect, as tests from Allah and reminders to turn towards Him. He emphasizes showing empathy and avoiding statements that celebrate suffering or misrepresent Islam.
“Tasting death” refers to the inevitable experience of death and transition to the afterlife. The speaker uses this concept to emphasize that earthly suffering is temporary and ultimately leads to judgment by Allah.
The speaker highlights that human actions, like environmental damage causing climate change, contribute to suffering, while also acknowledging Allah’s ultimate control. For example, the Los Angeles fire is linked to human-induced climate change, but it is ultimately a trial from Allah.
The speaker describes videos showing people in Los Angeles remembering God amidst the fire, suggesting that even those who may not have been devout turn to a higher power in times of crisis.
The speaker emphasizes that individuals are responsible for their actions and will be judged accordingly in the afterlife. While Allah has knowledge of our destiny, we have the free will to choose our actions and strive for a place in heaven.
The speaker suggests that while Allah has knowledge of our eventual fate, our free will and choices ultimately shape our destiny. This knowledge does not negate human agency or the need for righteous action.
The speaker highlights that dua can bring about desired outcomes, avert harm, lead to greater blessings, or result in rewards in the afterlife. It is a powerful tool for seeking guidance, solace, and closeness to Allah.
The speaker advises against focusing solely on worldly pursuits or completely abandoning them for spiritual seclusion. He advocates for a balanced approach, striving for both worldly success and a good place in the afterlife through righteous actions and sincere devotion.
Essay Questions
Analyze the speaker’s use of the Los Angeles fire as a symbol of both human responsibility and divine judgment. How does this example contribute to his broader argument about suffering and the role of faith?
The speaker critiques various responses to calamity, particularly those that he deems inappropriate for Muslims. Discuss the ethical and theological implications of these different responses, considering the speaker’s emphasis on empathy, humility, and avoiding triumphalism.
The speaker presents a complex understanding of fate and free will, suggesting that both are at play in shaping human destiny. Evaluate this perspective, considering its implications for human accountability and the pursuit of righteousness.
The speaker frequently criticizes what he perceives as misinterpretations of Islamic teachings, particularly those related to suffering, destiny, and interactions with non-Muslims. Analyze his critique, considering its implications for navigating contemporary challenges within a religious framework.
The speaker advocates for a balanced approach to life, emphasizing both worldly engagement and spiritual striving. Discuss the challenges and benefits of achieving this balance, considering the speaker’s perspective on the purpose of life, the importance of family and community, and the pursuit of both worldly success and a favorable afterlife.
Glossary of Key Terms
Assalamu Alaikum: Arabic phrase meaning “peace be upon you,” a common Islamic greeting.
Allah: The Arabic word for God, the one and only God in Islam.
Hasbna Allah: Arabic phrase meaning “Allah is sufficient for us,” expressing trust and reliance on God.
Alhamdulillah: Arabic phrase meaning “praise be to Allah,” expressing gratitude and acknowledging God’s blessings.
Amin: Arabic word meaning “amen,” used to express agreement or affirmation.
Slips: In this context, likely refers to brief notes or points the speaker intends to address during the session.
Mini-apocalypse: Figurative language describing the scale and severity of the destruction caused by the fire.
Hollywood: The world-famous center of the American film industry, located in Los Angeles, California.
Climate change: Long-term shifts in global temperatures and weather patterns, primarily caused by human activities.
Global warming: The ongoing increase in Earth’s average temperature due to the buildup of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Green energy: Sources of energy that are environmentally friendly and renewable, such as solar and wind power.
IMF: The International Monetary Fund, an international organization that provides financial assistance and advice to member countries.
Polio vaccine: A vaccine that protects against poliomyelitis, a debilitating viral disease.
Mujahideen: Individuals engaged in jihad, often in the context of armed struggle against perceived enemies of Islam.
Zia-ul-Haq: Former President of Pakistan (1978-1988), known for his Islamization policies.
Atheists: Individuals who do not believe in the existence of God or any deities.
God-oriented: Characterized by a belief in and devotion to God.
Fatwa: A non-binding legal opinion or ruling issued by an Islamic scholar.
Pentagon: The headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, representing American military power.
Jews: Followers of Judaism, an Abrahamic religion with roots in ancient Israel.
Wailing Wall: A sacred site in Jerusalem, a remnant of the ancient Jewish Temple.
Torah: The central religious text of Judaism.
Vatican City: The independent city-state and headquarters of the Catholic Church, headed by the Pope.
Pope: The head of the Catholic Church and Bishop of Rome.
Sentimentality: Excessive emotionality or nostalgia, potentially clouding judgment.
Act of God: An event caused by natural forces beyond human control.
Qur’an and Sunnah: The two primary sources of Islamic guidance, the Qur’an being the holy book of Islam and the Sunnah being the Prophet Muhammad’s teachings and practices.
Darood Sharif: A prayer of blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad.
Surah: A chapter of the Qur’an.
Verse: A passage or line within a Surah.
Jannah Al-Firdusun: The highest level of paradise in Islam.
Righteous: Characterized by moral uprightness and adherence to religious principles.
Martyrs: Individuals who die in the way of Allah, often in battle or while defending Islam.
Temptation: Allurements or challenges that test one’s faith and character.
Reckoning: The judgment of one’s actions by Allah on the Day of Judgment.
Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim: Two of the most authoritative collections of Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad).
Day of Resurrection: The day when all humanity will be resurrected and judged by Allah.
Halal and Haram: Islamic terms denoting what is permissible and forbidden, respectively.
Hitler: Dictator of Nazi Germany (1933-1945), responsible for the Holocaust.
World War II: A global conflict (1939-1945) involving the Axis powers (led by Germany, Italy, and Japan) and the Allied powers (led by Great Britain, the United States, and the Soviet Union).
Atheists: Individuals who do not believe in the existence of God.
Olympics: A major international multi-sport event held every four years.
Monasticism: A way of life characterized by seclusion from the world and dedication to spiritual practices, often involving celibacy and poverty.
Sufism: A mystical branch of Islam that emphasizes a direct personal experience of God.
Mysticism: A spiritual approach focusing on direct experience of the divine or ultimate reality.
Dynamic life: A life characterized by activity, engagement, and interaction with the world.
Shariat: Islamic law, derived from the Qur’an and Sunnah.
Sex discipline: Adherence to Islamic teachings regarding sexual conduct, including prohibitions on premarital and extramarital sex.
Abdul Qadir Jilani: An influential Sufi saint and scholar (1077-1166).
Cave of Hara: A cave near Mecca where the Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation.
Sayyida Khadijah: The first wife of the Prophet Muhammad.
Tiffin: A container for carrying food, often used in South Asia.
Safe tablet: A tablet kept with Allah where everything is recorded, including predestined events.
Surah Al-An’am: The sixth chapter of the Qur’an.
Destiny: The preordained course of events, often attributed to divine will.
Hypocrites: Individuals who outwardly profess Islam but inwardly harbor disbelief or insincerity.
Dominance of destiny: The belief that fate controls all events, potentially diminishing human agency.
Ank la khalif al-mai’at: Arabic phrase from the Qur’an meaning “Allah does not break His promise.”
SIMULTANEOUS CONTRAST BAKHLAH: Likely a reference to a specific concept or story not fully elaborated on in the provided text.
Mu’tazila: A theological school of thought in early Islam known for emphasizing reason and free will.
Junaid Jamshed: A popular Pakistani singer who later became a religious scholar and preacher.
Tariq Jameel: A prominent Pakistani Islamic preacher.
Deobandis: Followers of the Deobandi school of Islamic thought, originating in India.
Barelwis: Followers of the Barelwi school of Islamic thought, originating in India.
Ahl al-Hadith: A movement within Islam that emphasizes adherence to the Hadith.
Polytheists: Believers in multiple gods.
Khadim Rizvi: A Pakistani religious leader and founder of the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan political party.
Abuzar Ghaffari: A companion of the Prophet Muhammad known for his piety and simplicity.
Ahmed bin Hanbal: A prominent Islamic scholar and founder of the Hanbali school of jurisprudence (780-855).
Scientific approach: An approach to knowledge based on observation, experimentation, and logical reasoning.
Global warming: The ongoing increase in Earth’s average temperature due to the buildup of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Glaciers: Large masses of ice that move slowly over land.
Aramco: The Saudi Arabian oil and gas company.
Tarzan: A fictional character known for living in the jungle, often used metaphorically to denote someone who is unaware of or uninformed about certain things.
Ultrasound: A medical imaging technique that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of the body.
Al-Dhi Khalqum: Likely a misspelling of Al-Khaliq, the Arabic word for “The Creator,” a name of Allah.
Alak: Arabic word for “leech” or “blood clot,” referring to the early stages of embryonic development as described in the Qur’an.
Al-Biruni: A renowned Persian scholar and polymath (973-1048).
Banu Abbas: The Abbasid Caliphate, an Islamic empire that ruled from 750 to 1258.
Harun Rashid: The fifth Abbasid Caliph (786-809), known for his patronage of arts and sciences.
Mutawakkil: The tenth Abbasid Caliph (847-861).
Fitnah of the Tatars: The Mongol invasion of the Islamic world in the 13th century.
Talut and Goliath: A story from the Islamic tradition, similar to the biblical account of David and Goliath.
Battle of Badr: A pivotal battle in early Islamic history (624 CE) in which the Muslims, led by the Prophet Muhammad, defeated a larger Meccan army.
Romans and Prussians: Likely a reference to historical conflicts between Muslims and various European powers.
Hitler: Dictator of Nazi Germany (1933-1945).
Great Britain: A European power that colonized many parts of the world, including India.
Alexander the Great: A Macedonian king and conqueror (356-323 BCE).
Surah Al-Hajj: The 22nd chapter of the Qur’an.
Tawheed: The Islamic concept of the oneness of God.
Jihad: An Islamic term often translated as “struggle,” encompassing both spiritual and physical efforts in the way of Allah.
Abu Bakr Siddique: The first Caliph of Islam (632-634 CE), a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
Surah Al-Baqarah: The second and longest chapter of the Qur’an.
SubhanAllah: Arabic phrase meaning “glory be to Allah,” expressing awe and praise.
Sadaqah: Voluntary charity or good deeds in Islam.
Tashahhud: A specific part of the Islamic prayer where one sits and recites certain phrases, including a declaration of faith.
Prostration: The act of bowing down with one’s forehead touching the ground during Islamic prayer.
Anas Ibn Malik: A companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
Maulana Ishaq Sahib: Likely a specific Islamic scholar or teacher known to the speaker’s audience.
Javed Ahmad Ghamdi Sahib: A Pakistani Islamic scholar and reformer.
Qibla: The direction Muslims face during prayer, towards the Kaaba in Mecca.
Arabic language: The language of the Qur’an, considered sacred in Islam.
Imam Muslim: A prominent Islamic scholar and compiler of the Sahih Muslim collection of Hadith (817-875 CE).
Imam Bukhari: A renowned Islamic scholar and compiler of the Sahih Bukhari collection of Hadith (810-870 CE).
Kitab al-Qadr: A chapter in Sahih Muslim dealing with the topic of destiny.
Abu Hurairah: A companion of the Prophet Muhammad known for narrating a large number of Hadith.
Bismillah Al-Dhi La Yader: An Islamic phrase seeking protection from harm, often recited before engaging in potentially dangerous activities.
Surat al-Baqarah: The second chapter of the Qur’an.
Surat Bani Israel: The 17th chapter of the Qur’an.
Medina: The city in Saudi Arabia where the Prophet Muhammad migrated in 622 CE.
Mecca: The holiest city in Islam, located in Saudi Arabia.
Anna Lilla Wana Ilya Rajiyun: Arabic phrase meaning “Indeed we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we will return,” expressing acceptance and submission to God’s will.
Calamity: A disastrous event causing great suffering and loss.
Companions of Al-Kaf: Likely a reference to the companions of the Prophet Muhammad in a specific context not fully elaborated in the provided text.
Surat al-Baqarah: The second chapter of the Qur’an.
Adwariz 22: Unclear reference, potentially related to a specific verse or concept not fully explained in the provided text.
This study guide provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and themes discussed in the provided text, covering topics like calamity, suffering, destiny, human responsibility, the importance of faith, and the Islamic perspective on navigating life’s challenges. Through a combination of quiz questions, essay prompts, and a glossary of key terms, this guide aims to deepen your understanding of the material and stimulate further reflection on its implications for both individual belief and collective action.
Briefing Document: Analysis of Public Session 181
Speaker: Unidentified Religious Leader (Presumed Islamic)
Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
Topic: Reflection on the Los Angeles wildfire through the lens of Islamic teachings.
Main Themes:
Devastation of the Los Angeles Wildfire: The speaker describes the immense destruction caused by the wildfire, comparing it to the aftermath of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He highlights the scale of the disaster, including the loss of life, homes, and billions of dollars in property.
Climate Change as a Root Cause: The speaker emphasizes climate change as a primary factor behind the intensity and rapid spread of the fire. He draws parallels to recent floods in Pakistan, the Middle East, and the increased frequency of extreme weather events globally, citing them as evidence of humanity’s disruption of the environment.
Humanity’s Need for God in Times of Suffering: The speaker observes that even those who may not be devoutly religious turn to God in times of hardship. He uses the example of people affected by the wildfire seeking solace in prayer and highlights the universal human instinct to turn to a higher power when facing adversity.
Islamic Teachings on Death, Suffering, and Fate: The speaker delves into Islamic teachings, emphasizing the inevitability of death and the importance of viewing suffering as a test from Allah. He quotes verses from the Quran and Hadiths, highlighting the concepts of accountability in the afterlife and the need for patience and gratitude in the face of trials. He warns against interpreting specific events as divine punishment, emphasizing the limitations of human understanding in deciphering God’s will.
The Role of Jihad and War in Islam: The speaker discusses the concept of Jihad in Islam, differentiating between righteous struggle for a just cause and the misuse of the term to justify violence and sectarian conflict. He argues that while war and conflict are unfortunate necessities at times, they should ultimately aim to establish peace and justice.
The Importance of a Balanced Approach to Life: The speaker advocates for a balanced approach to life, encouraging Muslims to strive for both worldly success and spiritual fulfillment. He emphasizes the importance of earning halal sustenance, caring for one’s family, and seeking good in both this world and the hereafter. He criticizes extreme asceticism and monasticism, advocating for a dynamic and engaged life guided by Islamic principles.
Important Ideas/Facts:
The speaker cites the estimated financial loss from the fire as $150 billion, emphasizing its unprecedented scale in US history.
He emphasizes that American society is, contrary to popular belief, quite religious. He notes that church attendance on Sundays is high and that American currency even bears the inscription “In God We Trust.”
The speaker criticizes the practice of declaring someone an infidel or questioning their faith based on the size of their funeral. He uses the example of Junaid Jamshed’s large funeral to illustrate this point.
He delves into the theological debate on fate and predestination, arguing against the notion that individuals are bound to a predetermined fate and are powerless to change their destiny. He emphasizes free will and personal responsibility for actions while acknowledging the existence of a divine plan.
He critiques interpretations of certain Quranic verses that were previously understood to support a flat and stationary Earth. He argues that scientific advancements have led to a better understanding of these verses and that the Quran should be interpreted in light of modern knowledge.
Quotes:
“It seems that a mini-apocalypse has taken place there, just like when the atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945.”
“Due to warming, as we have been suffering for many years, there are so many floods in Balochistan and in Sindh because excessive rains are happening, even in Arab countries.”
“American society is God-oriented. Back on one. The technical reason is because there was a cold war going on and they are atheists. Instead, they popularized the concept of God.”
“Every soul has to taste the taste of death. A new life is about to begin. Meditate on these words, it is not death itself, but the taste of death is to pass through this phase and then go to the life of the hereafter.”
“The sufferings that are inflicted on your souls and the combined sufferings that are inflicted on humanity on the planet earth will not reach anyone but we have already written with us in the safe tablet that this suffering will come.”
“Indeed, it is very easy for Allah. Sometimes a person may wonder how such a large data can be kept. Don’t brag about what you get and don’t brag about what you get. What is your perfection? You try. Do not grieve over the plucking, nor Allah. Don’t brag about the blessing of God. Allah loves the proud and Allah does not like braggarts, the proud, you should be humble.”
“If Allah Almighty did not repel some people through people and impose some people on others, then surely the places of worship, monasteries, mosques, churches, and churches would have been destroyed.”
“Verily, we also came from Allah and we have to go to Him. This is the pain that has caused us. Yes, even this pain will die, it means that we too have to reach Allah.”
“Anna Lilla Wana Ilya Rajiyun Allah Jurini Fi Affilah wa Khilafli Khaira Minha. Dua to change the news of grief into happiness.”
“Allah Almighty does not make anyone miserable on purpose.”
“The real difference is whether they believe in God or not.”
“A strong believer is dearer to Allah than a weak believer… O Abu Huraira, strive hard for whatever benefits you, and then seek help from Allah.”
Overall Impression:
The speaker delivers a passionate and thought-provoking message that blends current events with Islamic theological teachings. He uses the Los Angeles wildfire as a springboard to discuss broader issues such as climate change, human suffering, and the importance of faith. He encourages a balanced approach to life, emphasizing both worldly and spiritual pursuits guided by Islamic principles. His interpretations of Islamic teachings appear to challenge certain traditional views, advocating for a more reasoned and adaptable understanding of faith in light of modern realities.
Los Angeles Wildfire FAQ
1. What caused the devastating wildfire in Los Angeles?
The primary cause of the wildfire is attributed to climate change, specifically global warming. This has resulted in prolonged dry spells, extremely high temperatures, and strong winds, creating ideal conditions for wildfires to ignite and spread rapidly. The dry vegetation acts as fuel, and the hot, fast-moving winds fan the flames, making it extremely difficult to control the fire.
2. What is the extent of the damage caused by the fire?
The fire has consumed a vast area of land, spreading over 33,000 acres. It has destroyed approximately 30,000 homes, leaving nearly 200,000 people homeless. The estimated financial loss due to the fire is a staggering $150 billion, making it the largest natural disaster in U.S. history.
3. How have authorities responded to the wildfire?
The government has deployed over 12,000 firefighters, along with 1,100 vehicles and 60 helicopters, to combat the fire. President Joe Biden has announced a six-month plan to address the disaster and allocated funds for relief efforts. Residents in surrounding areas have been evacuated to prevent further casualties and contain the fire’s spread.
4. What is the Islamic perspective on such disasters?
From an Islamic viewpoint, natural disasters like wildfires are seen as trials or tests from Allah. It is important to remember that such events can affect both believers and non-believers and should be viewed as reminders of Allah’s power and a call to reflect on our actions. Muslims are encouraged to respond with patience, seek Allah’s help, and offer support to those affected.
5. Is it appropriate for Muslims to pray for non-Muslims affected by the disaster?
According to Islamic teachings, Muslims should not pray for forgiveness for those who have died as non-Muslims. However, it is permissible to pray for their guidance and for Allah to show them the right path before death. It is essential to approach such matters with sensitivity and understanding.
6. What lessons can we learn from this tragedy?
The Los Angeles wildfire serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address climate change and its devastating consequences. It highlights the importance of individual and collective responsibility in protecting the environment and mitigating the risks of such disasters. The event also emphasizes the significance of unity and compassion in the face of adversity.
7. How can individuals contribute to relief efforts?
Several organizations are actively involved in providing aid to those affected by the fire. Individuals can contribute by donating money, essential supplies, or volunteering their time and skills to support relief operations.
8. What is the importance of a balanced approach to life in the face of such events?
In Islam, a balanced approach is encouraged, where individuals strive for both worldly and spiritual success. It is essential to work hard, seek Allah’s help, and not become overwhelmed by despair or pessimism. It is important to remember that Allah tests us with both good and bad, and we should respond with patience and gratitude.
Los Angeles Inferno: A Catastrophic Fire
The Los Angeles fire, which started on Tuesday in the American state of California, spread rapidly within a few hours, consuming over 33,000 acres of land [1]. Satellite images reveal the extent of the destruction, resembling a “mini-apocalypse” similar to the aftermath of the atomic bombs in Hiroshima and Nagasaki [1].
Here are some key details about the fire:
The fire’s rapid spread is attributed to strong, dry winds blowing at speeds of up to 160 km per hour, coupled with dry conditions caused by climate change [2].
The fire has resulted in significant losses, with an estimated 150 billion dollars worth of property destroyed, making it the largest natural disaster in US history [3].
Approximately 30,000 homes have been burned, leaving nearly 200,000 people homeless [1]. Many displaced residents, including billionaires, are seeking refuge in government-designated shelters [3].
The reported death toll stands at 11, and many more people have been advised to evacuate their homes due to the risk of the fire spreading [1].
Efforts to combat the fire involve over 12,000 firefighters, 1,100 vehicles and machines, and 60 helicopters working tirelessly to extinguish the flames [4]. However, the fire’s immense scale, fueled by dry winds and abundant fuel sources, makes the firefighting efforts seem insignificant [4, 5].
Climate Change and Extreme Weather
The sources describe the Los Angeles fire as a representative example of the effects of climate change [1]. Climate change is causing extreme weather events worldwide, including excessive rains and floods in Balochistan and Sindh, Pakistan [2], and heavy rains in Arab countries, such as the recent floods in Makkah [2]. These areas are not designed to handle such extreme rainfall, leading to flooding [1, 2].
Conversely, climate change is also contributing to droughts and heatwaves, like the conditions that fueled the Los Angeles fire [1]. The fire’s rapid spread is attributed to dry winds, fueled by global warming, and an abundance of dry wood, creating a perfect storm for a massive fire [1].
The sources highlight the urgent need to address climate change by transitioning to green energy sources, such as solar and wind power, to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels that contribute to global warming [1]. The speaker emphasizes that the world is urging a shift towards green energy to mitigate the environmental damage caused by burning fossil fuels [1].
Death, the Afterlife, and Accountability in Islam
The sources discuss the concept of death and the afterlife within the context of Islam, emphasizing that death is a universal truth and a test from Allah. Here are some key points:
Every soul will taste death: This is presented as a fundamental truth, supported by verse 35 of Surah Al-Anbiya, which states, “Every soul will taste death.” The sources highlight that this verse is often remembered but the reality of death is not always contemplated. Death is not an end but a transition to the afterlife. [1, 2]
Death is a means to wake up humanity: The sources suggest that while millions of people and animals die every day, large-scale disasters like the Los Angeles fire, which have a significant death toll, serve as a reminder of mortality and a way to awaken humanity to the reality of death. [2]
Life is a test, and death leads to accountability: The purpose of life is to be tested, and after death, each soul will be held accountable for their actions. The sources compare life to being thrown into the sea, with the Prophet standing on the shore offering guidance. Arguing about the purpose of life without heeding this guidance leads to drowning, a metaphor for failing the test of life and facing consequences in the afterlife. [3, 4]
Allah determines the time and place of death: The sources emphasize that Allah has perfect knowledge and has already written the time, place, and manner of each person’s death on the “safe tablet.” This is not meant to suggest a lack of free will but rather highlights the vastness of Allah’s knowledge. [5, 6]
Suffering can be a trial or a consequence of actions: Suffering in this world, including natural disasters and personal hardships, can be a test from Allah or a result of human actions. The sources advise against declaring any specific event as a punishment from Allah and encourage introspection to determine whether suffering is a consequence of one’s own actions or a trial to strengthen faith. [7-9]
The importance of repentance and turning to Allah: Regardless of the cause of suffering, the sources emphasize the importance of turning to Allah in times of hardship. Repentance is encouraged, and it is believed that Allah can replace sins with good deeds. [10]
The reward for the righteous and punishment for the wicked: The sources describe Paradise as a place of eternal youth, happiness, and freedom from misery, while Hell is depicted as a place of eternal regret and punishment. [11]
Praying for non-Muslims: The sources discuss the permissibility of praying for non-Muslims, stating that while it is permissible to pray for their guidance while they are alive, it is not permissible to pray for their forgiveness after death, especially if they died in a state of disbelief. [12, 13]
The sources emphasize that the correct approach to life is to strive for goodness in both this world and the hereafter. They advocate for a balanced approach, acknowledging the importance of worldly matters while remaining focused on the ultimate goal of attaining Paradise. [14, 15]
Divine Justice and Trials in Islam
The sources, framed within an Islamic perspective, emphasize that Allah is just and tests humanity through various means, including suffering and blessings. These tests serve as opportunities for growth, reflection, and a return to Allah.
Here are key points about divine justice and tests:
Life is a test: Allah created life and death as a test for humanity. Verse 35 of Surah Al-Anbiya, stating that “Every soul will taste death,” reinforces this concept. [1] The sources explain that Allah tests individuals by giving and taking away, with both prosperity and adversity serving as trials. [1, 2]
Suffering can be a consequence of actions: The sources highlight that suffering can arise from one’s own actions. Verse 30 of Surah Ashura says, “Whatever misfortune strikes you is because of what your hands have earned.” [3] This resonates with the idea that negative consequences often stem from individual choices and actions, highlighting the principle of accountability for one’s deeds.
Suffering can also be a trial: Suffering may not always be a direct result of wrongdoing but rather a test from Allah. The sources advise against attributing specific instances of suffering as divine punishment, emphasizing the limited human understanding of Allah’s plan. [3, 4] Instead, individuals should view hardship as an opportunity for introspection and a chance to strengthen their faith and reliance on Allah. [4]
Trials awaken humanity: Major calamities, like the Los Angeles fire, serve as stark reminders of human vulnerability and the ultimate reality of death. [5] They can shake individuals out of complacency and prompt them to turn towards Allah. [6] The sources suggest that even the most rebellious people may turn to God in the face of profound suffering. [6]
Allah’s mercy and forgiveness: Despite the hardships faced, the sources emphasize Allah’s abundant mercy and forgiveness. It is believed that sincere repentance can lead to the replacement of sins with good deeds. [7] This highlights the compassionate nature of Allah, who offers a path to redemption even for those who have erred.
The importance of patience and gratitude: The sources urge believers to maintain patience and gratitude in the face of trials, recognizing that these hardships are temporary and will ultimately lead to a greater reward in the afterlife. [8] The phrase “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un” (“Verily we belong to Allah, and verily to Him we shall return”) is recommended as a reminder of this truth. [8, 9]
Strive for good, seek Allah’s help: The sources advocate for a balanced approach to life, urging believers to actively strive for what benefits them in this world and the hereafter while acknowledging the importance of seeking help from Allah. [10] This highlights the importance of both human effort and divine support in navigating life’s challenges and achieving success.
In essence, the sources present a view of divine justice that encompasses both accountability for one’s actions and recognition of suffering as a potential test and opportunity for spiritual growth. They emphasize the importance of turning to Allah in times of hardship, maintaining patience and gratitude, and ultimately striving for goodness in both this life and the afterlife.
A Believer’s Attitude: Patience, Gratitude, and Reliance on Allah
The sources emphasize that a believer’s attitude should be characterized by patience, gratitude, a balanced approach to life, and reliance on Allah, especially when facing trials and tribulations.
Here’s a breakdown of a believer’s recommended attitude based on the sources:
Patience and Acceptance: When confronted with suffering, a believer’s initial response should be to accept it as a reality from Allah and to remain patient. The sources advise reciting the phrase “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un” (“Verily we belong to Allah, and verily to Him we shall return”) as a reminder that all things come from Allah and to Him we shall return [1, 2]. This phrase helps shift the focus from despair to acceptance and trust in Allah’s plan.
Gratitude, Even in Hardship: While acknowledging the pain and difficulty of trials, the sources stress the importance of gratitude. Even in the face of adversity, believers should appreciate the blessings they have and recognize that their situation could be worse [1]. This attitude fosters contentment and prevents resentment towards Allah.
Introspection and Repentance: Suffering should be viewed as an opportunity for self-reflection. Believers are encouraged to examine their actions and determine if their trials might be a consequence of their own wrongdoings. If so, they should sincerely repent and seek Allah’s forgiveness, trusting in His mercy to replace sins with good deeds [3, 4].
Seeking Allah’s Help and Guidance: Reliance on Allah is paramount in a believer’s attitude. The sources emphasize the importance of seeking Allah’s help through supplication (dua), particularly in times of difficulty [5, 6]. Dua is seen as a powerful tool for seeking guidance, strength, and relief from hardship. The sources also highlight the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding Islamic teachings to guide one’s actions and responses to life’s challenges.
Striving for Good in Both Worlds: A believer’s attitude is not one of passive resignation but active engagement in both worldly and spiritual matters. The sources advocate for a balanced approach, urging believers to strive for what benefits them in this world—like earning halal sustenance, taking care of family, and contributing to society—while also prioritizing their relationship with Allah and striving for the ultimate reward of Paradise [5, 7, 8].
Optimism and Trust in Allah’s Plan: Despite life’s uncertainties and challenges, believers are encouraged to maintain an optimistic outlook, trusting in Allah’s wisdom and justice. They should believe that Allah will not burden them beyond what they can bear and that He will ultimately reward them for their patience and perseverance [6, 9]. This attitude cultivates hope and prevents falling into despair.
The sources present a holistic view of a believer’s attitude, encompassing both inner disposition and outward actions. It emphasizes that faith is not merely a set of beliefs but a way of life, shaping one’s responses to all circumstances. By cultivating patience, gratitude, introspection, reliance on Allah, and a commitment to striving for good in both worlds, believers can navigate life’s challenges with resilience and hope, ultimately seeking the pleasure of Allah.
🔥 Los Angeles California Wildfire USA ? 🔥 Azmaish Vs Azab ? 🔥 Taqdeer Vs Duaa ? 😭 Engr. Muhammad Ali
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Assalamu Alaikum and may Allah’s mercy and blessings be upon you, there is no power or power except with Allah, Hasbna Allah, and He is the Most High, the Most High, the Most Merciful, the Most High , the Most Merciful , the Most Merciful, the Most High. Muhammad and Ali al-Muhammad and the companions of Muhammad and the wives of Muhammad and the ummah of Muhammad Ajameen to Yumuddin Amin Alhamdulillah, Lord of the worlds and peace and blessings be upon him. Ali Sayyed Al-Anbiya Wal-Marsaleen and Ali Allah and Companions of the Ajjamin Ali Yumuddin Alhamdulillah Today our public session number 181 is going to be held on Sunday, January 12, 2025. These real-time lessons of yours have come to me in the form of slips . I will discuss firstly a current affair of this week but also an international current affair and a very big news for the entire humanity though it is bad news. It is painful, it is a city in the American state of California, Los Angeles, which is famous for Hollywood, there was a fire on Tuesday and within a few hours, the fire spread so much that so far the fire has spread over 33 thousand acres. It has been controlled in some areas but overall till now till night I was watching the news, the fire could not be completely controlled, there is a technical reason, I will tell you later. About 30,000 houses have been burned and if you look at their satellite images, it seems that a mini-apocalypse has taken place there, just like when the atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, in World War II, the United States caused such destruction. It is more visible here, see the images of a day ago and the images of a day later, it seems that some unseen incident has happened that they have been erased from the page. But thanks to Allah, the accidents have not become so much. It is obvious that scientific methods are adopted there , and Allah has made man develop that he has to put effort to keep himself away from suffering. The casualties that have been reported so far are 11. In the beginning, five were reported, now they are reporting 11 . Peace be upon them, peace be upon them. Nearly two lakh people have become homeless. Billionaires have gone to the streets and they have taken refuge in the places designated by the government to give you two meals a day. There will be more accommodation left, which is the American President, Joe Biden. At that time, he has made an announcement that within six months we will remedy this whole issue and he has also allocated funds for it. of lakhs There are people nearby who have already been told to leave their homes because there is a danger of the disease spreading there too, so this is a very painful thing and a person learns a lot from seeing those scenes. Of course, Hollywood is a film industry that every person in the world is familiar with in some degree or another, and many celebrities live there in Los Angeles . The house of one who is millions of The estimate that is being told right now is 150 billion dollars. 150 billion dollars have been lost in this fire and in the history of the United States there has never been a natural disaster as big as it is in the form of this fire. Is there a case of forest fires in Los Angeles before, but this time it has happened on a much larger scale and the reason behind it is climate change, which is the global climate change. Due to warming, as we have been suffering for many years, there are so many floods in Balochistan and in Sindh, because excessive rains are happening, even in Arab countries, look at how much rain is happening. It didn’t happen just three or four days ago, the way the water is flowing in Makkah Sharif, it seems that someone has opened the door of a dam there, there were not so many rains. This is climate change. Warming and Due to climate change, we are having to suffer that excessive rains are happening and it is obvious that these rains have not happened for centuries, so the natural ways to remove the water of these rains are not available in our city of Islamabad. As much as it rains, it dries up after a few hours because it is on such a slope and there are natural channels, natural channels through which the overflowing water passes and there is no harm, but in Balochistan. There has never been so much rain in Sindh or now in Makkah Sharif or inside Dubai, their sewage system is not designed for it nor have they built such big drains, so in these places. When it rains, there is a flood. People say that if there is a flood in Balochistan or Sindh, why don’t they build a dam here? Those places are not designed for that. But all these things can be done, the disturbance we have done in the world by burning fuels, now the world is saying go to green energy and get rid of oil, go to solar panels or go to wind energy. It is because we have changed the environment of the world that we have produced so much heat here, it has caused global warming and the glaciers that have not melted for centuries are melting and because of this there are floods somewhere. And vice versa is also happening in many places, there are dry spells now, the heat is increasing there, and this is a representative example of the fire that has started in Los Angeles, the winds that are blowing, listen to their speed. You will be surprised by 160 km per hour. Yes, if you drive a motorbike at 70-80 km/h, then you will know and also take the car at 140 km/h. Isn’t that the maximum speed limit and you are driving at 160 km/h in Pakistan’s trains ? One of these rail cars which runs on the route of Pindi and Lahore, it goes up to 160 kilometers, that too in a particular center or the green line which runs 160 kilometers, it is made at a hundred miles and so fast. Dry winds are blowing with speed. It has already been raining. Because of this, so much of the granary available is almost available in the dry wood farm. There is a fuel, but it is too late to show a spark and in some places. But even the spark is not shown, the hot air rubs so fast that the wood can catch fire automatically and in this way the sparks start to spread and when It spreads and then it is not controlled. You see that those people who may have never remembered God in their whole life are now remembering God. Well, we have a very strange myth spread here that Americans are God. Do not believe, my brothers, just like in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, there is a rush inside mosques on Fridays, in America, there is a similar rush inside churches on Sundays. People gather for prayers. American society is God-oriented. Back one The technical reason is because there was a cold war going on and they are atheists. Instead, they popularized the concept of God . But it was his off-shoot when the Mujahideen fought against the Russians, at that time the Minister of America will be seen here teaching you about the monotheism of Allah. His videos are kept by Zia-ul-Haq. They stood with the Quran and distributed it for free. America said that these Russians do not believe in God. We are believers in God. Well, you are Muslims. We are Christians. The name of Allah is not written on our currency on these God We Trust dollars, but on the American currency, they have mentioned God, so we believe in God, the economic system is also very strong, I am talking about the United States. The talk of Europe I am not doing it , just like here, grandmothers, grandfathers, grandmothers and grandfathers are also afraid of children. This gene has gone out a little bit. Now, the alpha gene and now the son also started from 2025. It is not known. What will happen, the family system is very strong there as well, that’s why some videos that came out that people are remembering God, then they are God’s believers and God willing, time will come, those people accepted Islam. have to do InshAllah, their generations have Christianity is a great East for humanity that the At-Least is a concept of God in some degree or the other in a tempered form, but we have to utilize it and introduce them to the True God, InshaAllah. Even most of the Christians practice Islam, however, look at the videos, how they are missing God and watching their entire life savings burn before their eyes and some more. Not being able to do it and I was looking at the fire fighters, so I was longing for them to see the volume of the fire and compared to that, the fire fighters who are throwing water on it, understand that it is not even equal to a drop. The fire is big, but they are trying. Almost 12,000 five fighters are currently assigned to extinguish the fire by the government and around eleven hundred they have parked various vehicles and machines there . There are about 60 helicopters, the big ones , through which they are trying to put out the water by dumping it on their own. are doing but the volume is too big, watch the videos in which you can hear the natural sounds. One is that you should listen to the commentary . You will find the real-time videos in which there is the sound of the fire burning, the video that scares you, just imagine who is supposed to put it out and how fast the wind is blowing. They start from one side to extinguish the fire, where does it reach because of the wind and the air is dry, so they add fuel to the fire, just like when you go to the shop for a barbecue. So you see, they put a fan on it, it causes the coal to burn more because it’s getting more oxygen. is an oxide It will be extinguished, but the fresh air is providing more oxygen, that ‘s why the coals ignite more. It is spreading more and more rapidly. However, there is no need for Muslims to be happy. They have to recover. The bigger the economy they have, the more technology they have, they will recover it in some time. It is like salt in flour. No According to us, it is a very big thing . Pakistan has 150 billion dollars. If it goes, we will go after the IMF for the installment of 150 billion dollars. Who will give so much money in charity, they are giving you polio vaccine for free, which if you have to buy it from the market, it would cost nine to ten thousand rupees once to administer the drops that were forcefully dripped into your mouth for free. Go and you They also collect the tips and pay the salaries of the drippers and those polio workers are not in the thousands but in the millions in Pakistan . And we do this by attacking the polio teams and we have understood it as a service to Islam . Free vaccines to America They were giving, they were serving humanity. Why do the prophets come to the world to introduce God ? There are the rights of Allah and the rights of the people. These are the two things that the Prophet came to teach. In this, you have to serve humanity. These are all these things. Well, this is a separate topic. Go back to the side of Los Angeles, where it is located . There are so many celebrities Ghar Jale There , one of their actors, James Wood, who made a tweet about Palestine some time ago and passed comments in favor of Israel that there should be no cess fire in the diet, he completely Destroy it and destroy it, and by the grace of God, his house was also burnt in it and he has also made a video of himself crying. If you want to impose a fatwa, then of course Of course, our hearts are also hurt because of this attitude, but the rest of the people are ordinary people, they are oppressed like us. They have no influence over state policies. that we protest and their organization, the Pentagon, is so strong that it has the whole world in its grip, people protest there and there have been protests bigger than Pakistan, those who protested in favor of food in Pakistan. K There have been crackdowns by the government, by the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and there you see, millions of people have come out in favor of food, and these Jews have also come out. Otherwise, those who are practicing Jews misunderstand the state of Israel, which you see with long beards inside black color caps, if you are not told, they look like Ahl al-Hadith. They are reading the Torah in front of the Wailing Wall, so they regularly put up the flags of Palestine, put the flags of Israel and put a cross on it, and these days they visit Muslim countries, so Iran arranges for them every year. Regular program there They speak in favor of Muslims in the same way, in the Vatican City, who is the Christian Pope, he has always made a statement in favor of Muslims and has condemned the cruelty that is happening in food, but it is obvious that he does not force it. Therefore, the Muslim people should also get away from sentimentality and stand with humanity regarding the suffering that humanity causes . Criticize We also do it, but it is obvious that there is a trial. The trial is not only in Los Angeles. The trial has also taken place in Makkah Sharif. There is a lot of nonsense about punching, it is obviously human’s own mistakes plus Act of God, obviously natural disasters have always fired in the form of Earthquakes in the form of floods. They live in the form, I will cover a few things from the Qur’an and Sunnah, God willing, so no such comments should be passed because of which Islam is defamed, then Muslims are defamed first. It is too much. At least, taking care of the defamation of Islam, Muslims should refrain from making such comments and do not present a wrong picture of religion in front of people by calling anything as a punishment of Allah. It is a revelation It can be said through the support of Allah that it is a punishment from Allah or a trial. Whatever sufferings the Adwariz inflicts, the cautious attitude is that whether they befall the infidels or the Muslims, it should be considered as a test and a signal from Allah. Reminder : In this context, God willing, I will cover the academic points of various verses of the Holy Quran in the form of sub-topics in this context, because now we have got an opportunity to utilize this opportunity. What is related to the true picture of this should be put before the people and what is the correct belief in the light of the Qur’an and Sunnah should be told, what is the trial by Allah, what is the punishment, what is the law of temptation that Allah Almighty In the same way, the biggest thing is the death, that is, the death is so great, that is , although the people of the area have died less , but the animals have died a lot and sometimes humans also die a lot. At Flood’s Farm What are the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah regarding so that you will know the correct belief which is written in the Holy Qur’an, which has reached us through the Sahih Asnaad hadiths of our Beloved, may God bless him and grant him peace, but before going into the details, read Darood Sharif once. And Ali-ul-Muhammad and the companions of Muhammad and the wives of Muhammad and the ummah of Muhammad Ajmain Ala Yum-ud-Din Amin Islamic point number one and that is death and death which is the greatest reality in this universe . Standing at intersections, standing on the roofs of buildings, standing in public areas, on buses, trains, airplanes, people need to die, you know, six thousand people an hour, every day. In 24 hours, 150,000 people die, they become 150,000, and out of these 150,000, almost 30,000 are Muslims. It is obvious that every fifth person in the world is Muslim, so 30,000 Muslims are dying in 24 hours and over 150,000 people die. People die every day. Natural death that has to happen, be it in the form of an accident, heart attack or cancer, can be any form. So many people have to die and animals are born in millions and die in millions . If one and a half million people die in a place, then that thing becomes highlighted and they are the kind of disasters that Allah Almighty has made a means to wake up humanity, otherwise so many people die every day, this is what many people are asking. What about the poor children? What is the fault of animals? God has given death. It is His will to kill someone through an air crash. Someone through an accident . Every soul is from this world And this universal truth has been explained by Allah Ta’ala in many places in the Holy Qur’an, one of which I am placing in front of you is verse number 35 of Surah Al- Anbiyyah . It is a famous verse that every Muslim remembers only this verse, but death is not remembered. Every soul has to taste the taste of death . A new life is about to begin. Meditate on these words, it is not death itself, but the taste of death is to pass through this phase and then go to the life of the hereafter. Failures may Allah reward us from Allah, Anna Nasal, Jannah Al -Firdusun, the righteous, the martyrs, and the righteous, Amin. Every soul has to taste the taste of death, with evil and good, temptation , and We will surely test you with evil and good. Through this temptation, you will be tested, and you will be put in this beginning, sometimes by giving good, sometimes by giving evil . He has not done any enmity and with whom he has given more than this, Allah, the Exalted and Exalted , has not dealt with anything other than justice . Demanding that why so many millions of people die of hunger because it is your responsibility, yet 50 percent of the world’s wealth is with 50 servants and the remaining 80 Arab people have the rest of the wealth, so this is Allah Almighty. God has kept it so that it is tested by giving it to someone, it is tested by taking it from someone and those who have given it should spend it on them. There is a test from Allah that what is your attitude, Walina Tarjeon and then ultimately you return to Us and you are ego, that is, in this world, a person will be tested in different ways on this day and of this day . It will be reached through Allah Hasabna Hasabna Yasira. May Allah Almighty make our reckoning easy . good Without it, the test could not have been done . If man did not die, then God would not need man anymore. God needs us because we die and there is a hidden desire in us not to die. Oh, the greatest desire is this, then there is something else along with it, not to grow old, so that one does not have to go through any pain , or poverty, it is obvious that living with poverty becomes difficult, and these are the things that Allah Almighty has made human beings. He has to be given in heaven It is not found in the world. There is a hadith in both Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim that death will be brought in the form of a ram and slaughtered on the Day of Resurrection . There will be such an increase in regret for the people of hell that the regret will not end and you will not die in the same way . by the There will be an announcement for the people of Paradise that you are blessed, after this day you will never die, after this day you will never be miserable, you will always be happy, after this day, you will never be old, you will always be young. He is 30 years old. And after this, your Lord will never be angry with you, He will always be pleased with you. These are the things that we need, because death takes us, old age, misery, so God is our need, and this is also a rational requirement. By being honest in the world Why should I live if there is no last day then I should behave like animals Why is man civilized and cares for others In his beauty there is this thing in his nature Instinct to tell the truth Do not deceive anyone Don’t give pain and if you see someone in pain, feel sorry for him and try to remove his pain. This is what Allah has put in our nature, isn’t it enough to recognize God and this is the logical conclusion in this world. to be There should be a day when the person who lived a good life in this world will be rewarded and the person who wasted his life and ruined the lives of others will be punished. No pass except for those who believe in religion because it is practically happening Hitler left the world directly or indirectly by sending millions of people to death, one bullet he only shot himself, committed suicide in his bunker, but the cruelty with which he killed the Jews in World War II is now Only Allah can take revenge from the oppressed Jews. Some people say 60 million. Muslims say no. Yes, 60. No. Yes, six million. It is a big concern. If you can’t take revenge, then this is the logical conclusion. Death and life were created by Allah to test you. The rest of the people who suffer from this often wonder why Allah created us without our will . This question has been made clear by Allah. No one can ask Allah why Allah did this act. He can ask everyone. It is His will. It is His will . Regarding but it is his kindness that he After creating, He sent the Prophets for our guidance and even before that He placed in our instinct the good to be good and the evil to be bad, and then introduced Himself to mankind through the books of Noor Ali Noor Prophets . You have to die and appear before your Lord and He will ask you what you used to do in this world, now you have to be accountable, so our example is like that of a person who was pushed into the sea and the sea. There is a person standing on the edge who sympathizing with him and saying that by beating him in this way you will be on the edge but instead of beating him, let us start arguing with the person that first tell me that I am being killed without my will. Who pushed him into the sea, he will say that he gave it to whomever he wanted, then save your life, don’t beat your hands and feet on the shore. But you say that I am stubborn when Until I know why I was created without my will, I did not touch my hands and feet, what will be the ultimate result, I will die and drown. that you will be seen again, save your life now, listen to him and he is the prophet of the time who is standing on the shore of the sea and humanity is drowning in this sea and he is saying that Get on the edge once, it’s okay, then go to heaven Ask, why did Allah create me without my will, I will not take heaven, it will never happen. The human being said, “O Allah, is it all right? It is Your grace that You created me alone out of Your own will and asked me for this short life and instead gave me an infant life in which I will do my will. Creator.” And the difference between creatures is in its place, but that heaven will be such that I will do my will, and above all, I will not die, there will be no misery , and I will not have to go through the tension of distinguishing between halal and haram in this world. That you will miss the relief even from the toilet . Toilet is a weakness and there is no weakness in heaven, its dynamics are different, just try to reach heaven in some way, that’s why I always explain to my students about atheists that our difference with atheists. It is not related to the marriages of the Prophet (peace be upon him) or the wars of the Prophet (peace be upon him). The real difference is whether they believe in God or not . It is God’s will that a woman has to go through the pain of pregnancy and a man has to go through the pain of the economy. He has to feed his wife and children . Get a man pregnant once and get a woman pregnant once . Until the Olympics, you are separated. The women’s hockey team has never competed with the men because you know it can’t happen like that . In the Olympics It happened with a female boxer, she started crying, so this is what will happen, that is a small glimpse that Allah has shown you from your mouth. According to the clause above that men and women cannot be equal, they are equal in human dignity, in this, sometimes Allah Almighty has given women more priority than men in the form of mothers, but in human dignity, men and women are equal, but when an institution There will be a male lead in it, this is a separate topic because I have to discuss the things related to it all the time, many things are coming in my mind, so I want to clear them at the same time so that the concept is clear. So anyone can question God, but once they believe in God, now they will believe in God . Sometimes they try to prove it in a scientific way and sometimes in a non-scientific way , and most of the time they are humiliated by the atheists because they have disobeyed God. No one can ask Allah why he did this. No one can ask why there are five prayers . No one can ask why we have to perform the prayer facing the Qibla. It is the will of God. No one can ask, O Allah, you could have introduced us directly . No, he answered It is the Will of God, no one can ask why we are so dependent on our parents in our childhood, He would bring down every individual from the sky to the earth in the state of youth and test it. This is the Will of God . This is the relationship between wife and children . You have to go through all these pains, the boat of our life has to sail on this water, but don’t let this water ride in this boat, otherwise the boat will sink, but you can’t even pull the boat out of the water, otherwise you will fail because the journey is the same. Settle on water This is the difference between monasticism and Islam. There is no monasticism in Islam. There is no Sufism. There is no mysticism. There is a dynamic life . If he goes out, he fails or if he passes, then those who want to leave the world and go to the forests to worship. Yes , Abdul Qadir Jilani spent forty years eating leaves. If they have done this, they will be arrested. There is a hadith in Bukhari Muslim that the Prophet (peace be upon him) used to go to the Cave of Hara for a few days, then your wife, our mother, Sayyida Khadijah, peace be upon him. Allah (swt) used to tie food in tiffin and give them food. Prophet (s) did not survive by eating leaves and he did not live for so long without eating or drinking. All stories are all lies. Religion gives a practical life. gives Shariat is not a curse but it is a mercy of Allah that we live an up-scheduled life. Sex discipline is not a restriction. If the relationship and through it the family is not to exist, then the life of monasticism is to be lived, then since when humanity would have ended. The humanity that is established in the world is not because of the Sufis but because of the monks. If everyone became monks. We would not have been born in this world, but look at how great the loss was to the Prophets. If all our ancestors followed the path of the Prophets in this way and went to sit in the forests and did not marry or have children, then we would not have existed. In the world, yes, our ego in the world is the death of our fathers. In this matter, our elders did not follow the chapters and obeyed the words of the Prophet and adapted to nature . It can be said But I think we move on to the next knowledge point, knowledge point number two, what should be our belief in what is painful or happy moments from Allah , why does Allah send it and may Allah bless him. And what is Allah’s demand from mankind? Those famous verses that I have covered in many of my videos. Verses 22 and 23 of Surah Al -Hadid are some of my favorite verses. Take the Qur’an’s Zarwa Sanam, Apex is the peak, no trouble can reach us, no trouble on this earth or on your lives, even if it is a big level of trouble, the form of an earthquake in the form of an Earthquake. In the form of floods, in the form of floods, in the form of epidemics, or the way this fire spreads, all these are all the sufferings that are inflicted on humanity on this earth and that are inflicted on your life, in the form of cancer, in the form of heart attacks. In the form of kidney failure, in the form of a disease, they can also be spiritual diseases. With some people, it becomes a case of giants. They say, where did this pain come from ? Isn’t it? Allah Ta’ala is saying that the sufferings that are inflicted on your souls and the combined sufferings that are inflicted on humanity on the planet earth will not reach anyone but we have already written with us in the safe tablet that this suffering will come. This is the perfect knowledge of Allah Almighty, He already knows in what year, in which age, and on which place this pain will come, and He is such a perfect knowledge that in Surah Al-An’am, there is no knowing whether it will fall on dry ground or not. If a seed sprouts in the depths of the sea or in the depths of the earth, then it is with the knowledge of Allah Almighty, and Allah’s knowledge is so perfect that He has already written it on the safe tablet, but it is Allah’s knowledge, not ours. This knowledge has been restricted, people also walk in this direction, don’t they? Yes, Allah has already written for us what is heavenly and what is hellish, so we are walking according to it . By will, he is already in the knowledge of Allah It is not that Allah has bound us to His knowledge, the reason is that we do not know what Allah Almighty has written about us. This issue is an issue of destiny. There is a hadith in Bukhari Muslim. Sayyiduna Ali is the narrator of this hadith. On the occasion of a funeral, there was still some time to bury the dead . And you, peace be upon him, spoke to the Companions And he said that those of you who are in Paradise are written by Allah, and those who are in Hell are written to be in Hell . He said, ” O Messenger of Allah, let us not be satisfied with what we have written.” The Prophet (peace be upon him) replied to him in a very intellectual way . be easy will go and the deeds of hell will be easy for the people of hell. What a great answer. That’s why I say that if you have to check whether you are from heaven or not, then you will know that the people of heaven are doing deeds. Of course, there is a journey to heaven. The rest of the hadiths mentioned in Bukhari Muslim are not a single pillow. It is completely different. It is about the dominance of destiny. It is about the hypocrites. Bad luck cannot happen in the Hereafter. Bad luck is related to the life of this world Since you work hard Make the result zero and there will be no bad luck in the Hereafter, that is why Allah Almighty has said in the Holy Qur’an in many places, “Ank la khalif al-mai’at. Allah does not violate His promise. Have you ever considered why Allah had to do this for the Hereafter?” It has been because a person could have imagined that even in this world, the business of hard work is still ruined. If not, continue to pray in this world. If I go away, then bad luck will happen. Allah said: No bad luck is for the hereafter. Then how did the Prophet (peace be upon him) recite the verse on this occasion, who adopted the path of obedience, adopted the path of piety, adopted the path of feeding the people and confirmed every true thing, then soon We will make it easy for him and Then SIMULTANEOUS CONTRAST BAKHLAH He who has done wrong and denied a good thing will have a difficult end for him. This is what the Holy Prophet recited where he said that the deeds of Paradise will be easy for the people of Paradise and the deeds of Hell will be easy for the people of Hell. It will happen , so the problem of fate is completely resolved in this regard. Do not let anyone have any illusions in the mind that Allah Almighty wants to forcefully throw humanity into hell. It is not like this at all. Man also earns himself, however, the things that are connected with destiny are sufferings and circumstances and you will not be asked about them. If this question is in the Qur’an and Hadith, then surely Take tension, why were you so tall, why were your eyes the color of this, these are things related to fate, whether you prayed or not, this was not a matter related to fate, it was up to us, go to the mosque on the sound of the call to prayer. Or go to the ground to play cricket, it is your own choice. Neither will you be pressured to go to the mosque, nor are you going to indulge in frivolous activities during prayer times, so may Allah bless you. Feet on the ground It will not happen at all, and it will not happen that you want to go to the mosque and Satan, who is he, stands at the door saying that I am not a Christian, nor does he only give invitations, there is no authority for him otherwise. So Allah’s attribute of justice will be challenged. However, the sufferings are kept by Allah. In this regard, Allah Almighty is saying that whatever suffering he wants to bring on this planet earth or on your life, from creating it. We have already written it on the safe The next thing is amazing . Indeed , it is very easy for Allah. Sometimes a person may wonder how such a large data can be kept . Don’t brag about what you get and don’t brag about what you get. What is your perfection? You try . Do not grieve over the plucking, nor Allah Don’t brag about the blessing of God. Allah loves the proud and Allah does not like braggarts, the proud, you should be humble . What is happening to me was written by Allah Almighty in my destiny. You cannot say that it is written in my destiny that I should not offer the Fajr prayer. When I missed the Fajr prayer, then you can say that It was written in my destiny because it was confirmed, and I was not bound by it, but I was lax by my own will, so Allah already knew that he would be lax. I have already discussed that no one can ask Allah why he did this. Allah can ask everyone and when Allah is asking, he is asking because of our deeds . I have put a very simple example if Aj The Government of Pakistan should make an announcement that whoever performs the Fajr prayer in the first row of the mosque will get 1000 dollars per Fajr . If you can, because the world is cash, not the Hereafter, it is a loan, so these are all excuses. Make sure you put in your efforts. Yes, if there is ever a matter due to human weakness, turn to Allah. Repentance is accepted first before Ghargah. There is a hadith in Jamia Tirmidhi and what is the matter in Surah al-Furqan. Allah Almighty has forgiven the three greatest sins of this universe. In the context of the greatest sin of this universe and the number three wickedness, then Allah mentioned these three sins and said that if someone repents from them in the life of this world, we will not only forgive him but also K We will replace sins with good deeds Allahu Akbar Kabira Walhamdulillah Kathira Was Subhaan Allah Bakra SubhanAllah Wahamda Tjab Khalqa Kalam Amin This is the mercy of Allah, it is in its place . That he should live the life of a rebel and then say what Allah wills, God willing, Allah will forgive me, whoever they are, they are from the Ummah of your beloved, our teacher Dr. Saath used to say that they are thieves, they are frauds Whatever is from your beloved’s Ummah, after that you should say that you are blackmailing the name of your beloved (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) . He said, Rif al-Din, even then, I would not have started. If you had done it, I would have been born. Those people who are not following the Qur'an and the Sunnah and are not doing it in this era, where would it have been done? It might have been Abu Jahl . Had he been Ali, he would have been part of the lucky ones And I have no reason to say that just as the Prophets are the chosen servants of Allah Ta'ala, the Ahl al-Bayt of the Prophets and their companions are also the chosen servants. He was born during the time of the Prophets. It is easy to say that if I had been born, I would have hugged your feet sometimes and sometimes I would have done this and sometimes that . It is discussed in the world that the sufferings that are caused in the world, how to know whether it is a test or a punishment of Allah and then a saying is attributed to Maula Ali (peace be upon him), I do not know the validity of it that he did not Said such a thing You have said that if you turn back to Allah after suffering, consider it as a trial, and if after suffering you become more rebellious, consider it as punishment from Allah. And then they start doing the same thing, then there is no such definition. If the prophet of this time is present in the world, only then can it be said through the support of revelation that this is a test for a person or a punishment from Allah . To visit the world After that, we can point out that we cannot say to anyone that Allah 's punishment is upon you. That this is the punishment of Allah has come upon him. Look, Junaid Jamshed was martyred in an air crash. The Deobandis said that Tariq Jameel was martyred. Saw that yes Junaid Jamshed has reached us , tell me. The Bareliwis have accepted that Junaid Jamshed, who has reached the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, no, they said, he died a forbidden death. The Deobandis said yes, he died the death of martyrdom. If Khadim Rizvi's funeral is big, then there is a reason to be right. If Junaid Jamshed's funeral is big, then there is no reason to be right. It was bigger than when there was no technology, there was no social media, Qadhafi Stadium was full and there were people outside, so this is not a criterion. How many people were there at the funeral of Abuzar Ghaffari? Connect with the sect, otherwise there will be no one to recite the funeral . There are emotional sentences and these sentences were also spoken by our elders in great emotion and they are still going on in the same way till today . Ahmed bin Hanbal was a human being or an emotional sentence he spoke. It is not a Quran and Hadith that the Mu'tazila and our decision will do our funerals. Which is the original How has it been openly revealed that those who consider each other to be infidels have big funerals, then you know how much weight was in this statement, it is not an argument, it is emotional phrases, it is emotionalism and such a state. Whatever you think about is wrong, there should be a scientific approach, so now the guidelines that Allah has given us in the Holy Qur'an regarding the test are verse 30 of Surah Ashura and whatever trouble befalls you. So, it is the earnings of your own hands and we forgive many things as it is, that is, what hurts a person in this world is also the earnings of his own hands, and if you combine it with the Hereafter, then surely 100 percent is the same. It is said that the reward for your actions in the hereafter is what you sowed in this world, because this world is the cultivation of the hereafter. This is not a hadith . And In the teachings of the Sunnah, there are verses to support him that those who work hard in this world will reap in the Hereafter and in this world too there are many times to be reaped, but now specifically for myself I can say that I have done what Allah Almighty has done. Because of my disobedience, I had to suffer this. This is what I should say, but I can't say it for anyone, and what to do after that is to turn to Allah. The state of If I am, then they pray the funeral prayer and stand in front of their Lord in both cases. There is another verse in Surah al-Rum that supports this . What is the gain? Due to the actions of people, the way this verse has come to light in this modern era, these are the actions of people, which we are suffering in the form of global warming, climate change, it has happened that rains have started in Saudi Arabia. In Balochistan and Sindh, where there was no rain, rains have started and where it was very cold, the intensity of the cold has now reduced. Now, the winter is not like this, we are enjoying this season, but for billions of people in the world, the climate change is a problem . It is in its place, in the same way that individuals do the actions, just as there is a consensus of the Almost ummah that the fitnah of the Tatars came as a test to the Muslims, which was reported in Bukhari Muslim earlier. Because of this, some people said that it was Allah's punishment to wake up the Muslims, because the Muslims had to suffer a great collective pain. We cannot talk like this, we will say this is a test. Yes, humans can say for themselves that we are getting the punishment for our actions, so the punishment for what humanity has done is visible to us in different forms. Glaciers. Melting The sea level is rising and on the other hand, global warming is also happening, due to which the areas near the sea are getting flooded . Within a year , half of what is in Pakistan and half of India will have gone into the ocean if the glaciers continue to melt in the same way . What is happening now is that we have got an idea of things in this era with the blessing of science and we look at these verses from this angle, so I have discussed this many times in my Quran classes. What we fit into the translations of the Holy Qur'an in the modern era is that our elders were not guided towards these things, because man had limited knowledge, so it is not the fault of these elders. That Tarzan We will see the whole universe in the palm of our hands, then we will say that you did not know, we went for Hajj Umrah, the oil was extracted by Aramco company in 194 from Saudi Arabia, since they become Tarzan, then Advisers listen to me if they believe that we did not know, so we did not say those things due to limited knowledge and we distorted the translation of the Holy Qur'an. What is in the stomach, a boy or a girl used to spit, but it was not written in the Qur'an. Now when the ultrasound came, they thought, what happened? There was Al-Dhi Khalqum, you are the unbeliever, the unbeliever is the believer. It is Allah who creates you. Adopt or his They disbelieve, the Creator is one, the creatures are divided into two types, so it should be that the creatures also believe in God, but since they have been given authority, they take the path of error . Adopt an attitude of gratitude, even if you are ungrateful, now they say that no one knows what is in the mother's womb, so it means that it does not know whether it will be miserable or happy. This is not an ultrasound. Can tell yes this fit in It sits, you have come to know with the blessing of science, we have changed the translations in many places, the translation of Alak is blood clot, blood clot, now they are saying no. It sticks to the uterus like a leech leech in English it sticks to the wall of the uterus in a suspended form and gets food from it, so first up translation and If you keep doing it, you will remember the Qur'an because of limited knowledge. If there is a wrong translation somewhere, it is not the fault of the Qur'an, that's why we say the Holy Qur'an is never without Arabic. The text should not be printed, the Arabic text and the translation below so that if a commentator has done his touch-frying, it can be caught that there is no mistake in the Qur'an, it has been mishandled, and sometimes there is no mishandling either. things They are also correct, for example, it is mentioned in the Qur'an that we have made the earth flat. Our elders have drawn the conclusion from it that the earth is stationary . The earth is stationary, if someone says that the earth is moving, then it is against the Qur'an and the Sunnah, although the first person who measured the circumference of the earth exactly, almost 38 thousand kilometers, was a Muslim, Al-Biruni king during the reign of Banu Abbas. He did not say, "You have proved something against the Qur'an. During this period, Banu Abbas obviously developed science, which was built by Harun Rashid, and the books of philosophy. The books of science were philosophy during this period." Science came out of this, Greek books were translated into Arabic from all over the world and Muslims made progress and guess what progress was made by these Muslims that the Muslims who were considered misguided by the elders of that time are enjoying themselves. We are science Although the people who laid the foundations did not have to suffer, all these people from the religion were against these things because the government above was of the Mu'tazila and it is a credit to the Mu'tazila. The rest, which is the error of their beliefs, is in its place, that's why when later Mutawakkil became king among the Abbasids, he imprisoned all those people who had made all this progress . It is not written that the earth is stationary, that is, we made the earth a bed and made it habitable so that it does not move . It is that the earth as it is is not moving, it means that despite the movement, Allah has made it able to stay and then science has further told that there are two earthquakes every second and every second if the amplitude of an earthquake increases. So one earthquake is one second It is enough to destroy the entire humanity, yet Allah Almighty has made this earth stable, so this scorpion does not mean that it is not moving, then the verse will also be discovered . Later, I used to read that everything in the universe is floating in its own orbit, rotating around its own axis and also revving. In one place now this verse It has also been discovered. You see the difference. This is a learning process . Many verses of the Qur'an have become chapters. Now, with the blessing of science, I do not know how many more are to be created. I have given you a few examples in the same way. It is said in the Holy Qur'an that Hazrat Zul-Qarnain the king found the sun sinking in a muddy water, he picked up the disbelievers and said, "Look at this. It is written in the Qur'an that the sun is setting in a pond. It is common." It was a matter of observation. Now, how did their soil turn? We say, pick up an American newspaper, even if it has sunrise and sunset written on it, does the sunrise occur? The sunset occurs. The sun neither sets nor rises. They say no, it is talking with respect to the earth. Well, the sun does not set, but in the literature it also sets and rises. Common observation, so the Quran is talking about common observation, not this. That he is really drowning in this pond, otherwise it is mentioned in the Quran that when he drowns in the pond, all the fishes in it die due to its heat. But look at what our people are doing, Baba Jani is sitting and teaching the children that the earth is stationary because the Holy Prophet has given 125 arguments and they say yes, scientists are worried till today . said the people who beat the deaf Allah Almighty is saying that this corruption has spread due to the actions of human beings, whatever is happening in the earth in the form of climate change, in the form of wars, or in the form of epidemics. May Allah cause some suffering so that We may make them taste the reward of some of their actions . God is oriented. If there is no real pain, everything becomes so normal that God no longer needs a person. As soon as there is pain, even the most rebellious people turn to God. See me in Los Angeles. The video shows a woman driving a car and she goes through a tunnel and up Then it has grown, so how have they become God-oriented when they suffer in front of a person, then only God remembers him and supports him. There is another verse in Surah Al-Sajda and we will definitely hurt them in the life of this world. Before the punishment of this great day of the Hereafter, the same words were uttered so that they would turn back to us, so the sufferings in this world are done so that people turn back to Allah and the truth. Yes, we have seen the life story of many people, then the majority of them will be like this. Among your acquaintances, a young man died in someone's house, so he started praying. Someone's mother died and he grew a beard. He started walking on the path of religion, a woman started wearing hijab, someone 's young sister died, then the other sister, who was afraid, went on the path of religion. And this is also the mercy of Allah It is that if someone turns back, otherwise many are so unfortunate that even after seeing everything, they do not turn back. Knowledge point number four and that is some things related to fate and the problem of destiny. I have discussed the problem of destiny in the context of the previous verses Yes, there is no need to repeat them again, but there are specifically two verses in the Holy Qur'an that deal with the issue of destiny and the fate of the people, which is known to the public that the punishment for the sins of the parents is to be punished by the children. It is absolutely useless. Support They don't do it. These are the verses from the Holy Qur'an. The first place is Surah Al-Zamr. Takfaruf Allah. Doubt, Allah Almighty does not care about you. He does not care about you. It does not matter if the whole humanity starts disobeying Him or if the whole humanity submits to Him. Al-Kufr But Allah is not pleased with His servants in the matter of ingratitude in the matter of disbelief. Well, if you want, then adopt the attitude of gratitude, even if it is ingratitude. Adopt the way of living by Khwan Shukri, but it does not mean that it is right. Allah said, do whatever you want, and it is not going to be the same. The place of people who obey Allah is Paradise. Those who are disobedient to Allah, He has created Hell for them. has gone Allah is not pleased that you disobey, but He will not catch you. There is an open holiday in this world. He will catch you in the Hereafter. And if you adopt the attitude of gratitude, then it is pleasing to Allah that you adopt the attitude of gratitude. May all His servants succeed in reaching heaven . This is the universal truth that no burden-carrying soul will bear another's burden on the Day of Judgment. On the day of We will also bear the burden of our followers and the burden of the followers will not decrease . Go away, no, their burden will not be reduced and the combined burden will be placed on the elders. It is obvious that they had a higher status, so the punishment should be greater for them. They are an exception. The general rule of wisdom is that someone The father will not bear the burden of another person . It is that a person is often punished for his actions in the world so that he turns back to Allah, which we have covered in the previous verses . Arha hai, the first one is folded up It happens, then it happens to someone else. At that time, he becomes a pharaoh. Later, other pharaohs become pharaohs. He is seeing the reward for his deeds, not the deeds of others . Return to your Lord then He will inform you of what you used to do in this world . It is said in Al-Mu'min Allah knows the treachery of the eyes, that is, if a person has been treacherous even with his eyes, Allah knows it too, even if in the observation of an ordinary person, he In the same context, there is verse 123 of Surah Ta'ah, the issue of fate will be further revealed here. It is also revealed here that Allah has given you the option, whether you adopt the attitude of gratitude or ungratefulness, but this is what Allah wants. Be thankful, be ungrateful, the end of hell is going to be hell and these are the verses of Surah Taha . In It is obvious that the children born from them were to be continued from them. Some of you will be enemies of each other. It is obvious that Allah has placed this testing chain in the world. There will be decrees and some will be disobedient to Allah, but remember one thing. Now, whenever a book of guidance comes to you from me through the Prophet, then whoever follows the guidance given in the form of the Prophet and this In the form of the Sharia revealed on Such a person will neither go astray nor be miserable. It is also a misfortune that man earns his own misery. Yashqa means that we earn our own misery. Allah Almighty does not make anyone miserable on purpose. Knowledge point number five. This was not related to the topic of Aaj, but it was necessary to discuss it as a corollary here because humanity The thing that has suffered the most is the misery of wars . Most people have lost their lives in a bad way. So the death toll is so high because the weapons are so dangerous. Ninety million people died directly and indirectly in World War II . It is obvious that man had developed weapons like the atomic bomb that was dropped in the month of August in 1945 by the United States . Then the suffering of radiation for many decades is a separate thing for the people living here, so the suffering of wars is there in its place, but these wars are sometimes necessary even though this suffering is It's a painful thing to like No, but the Prophets also fought wars because the compulsion sometimes becomes such that divorce is disliked by Allah. There is a hadith in Abu Dawud Tirmidhi that the most disliked of the halal things is divorce, but there is Surah Al-Talaq in the Qur'an. Divorce is in Surah Al-Baqarah. The rules are that sometimes it is necessary, so there is a reason for it, sometimes wars are also necessary to remove the bad guys . It is not necessary, nor will any preaching and advice like Tariq Jameel's sahib have an effect, there only the sword will have to be taken out, that's why prophets also have to fight wars, fighting and Jihad is the summum bonum of Islam, it is the highest good, provided that tomorrow is for Allah. Jihad is fighting, it is being done for the promotion of our own cults in order to elevate the sect, it is not the jihad and fighting that is truly for Allah as the Companions did and It was jihad that destroyed the tyranny of the Romans and the Prussians and freed humanity from slavery, and this is the characteristic of the Prophet (peace be upon him) . There is a fight that in the case of the Prophet, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, Allah imposed punishment on the unbelievers through the swords of the Prophet's companions who died . Allah Almighty said that the battle of Talut and Goliath, which was the Battle of Badr, the true believers of the Bani Israel there were only 313, as they were in the Battle of Badr . After that, if Allah Ta'ala did not repel others through some people, i.e. through wars, which some people are wronged against others, if this were not the case, there would be chaos in the earth. For the time being A spear has to be used, the body has to be cut and the abscess has to be removed and the pus has to be removed and later stitches are applied so that the disease does not spread to the rest of the body . falls So that the rest of the world can live in peace, if it were not for this series of jihad and fighting, if Allah had not imposed some on others, then chaos would have spread on the earth, so I say that the biggest contribution to our freedom is Hitler's. But he weakened Great Britain so much that she could no longer carry the burden of her empire. She had to give us freedom, otherwise she would be here forever. Forty percent of P used to be produced from here, so look, they had clubbed Kaya within 90 years, during that time, railway tracks were laid in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, till today we only change the tracks. The canal system is so big in the world that it passes through the Upper Jhelum Pass. Look at it. It was built during the time of the whites. It is a masterpiece. Hitler imposed it on them and in a few weeks he took over the whole of Europe. He made a mistake, he entered Russia and then it started snowing. Alexander the Great's victories are nothing. The speed at which Hitler was going, well, he was killed, but he himself died. He was also killed. Weakened due to the wars , they ultimately had to be given freedom, that's why you see that the 20th century is the century of the collapse of empires and the century of the creation of countries . It goes directly to Hitler and in fact Allah Ta'ala collides some with each other. Hitler was at the height, then Allah Ta'ala collided with Great Britain and then later with America and all these things were normalized. There is another verse in the same context, this is the famous verse of Surah Al-Hajj, number 40. I quoted it in many lectures. It is with the same words, if Allah Almighty did not repel some people through people and impose some people on others, then surely the places of worship, monasteries, mosques, churches, and churches would have been destroyed. There are many places of worship, mosques and mosques in which Allah is often mentioned . It was established for Tawheed, it would be destroyed. Sometimes Jihad becomes a necessity and Allah Almighty will surely help him who helps Allah. Meaning help of Allah's religion. is and is mighty, that is, if Allah is saying help me, it does not mean that He is weak, it means that by helping the religion of Allah, you will achieve the success of the Hereafter, otherwise, if Allah wills it, He will make all of them Abu Bakr. May Umar Usman be a guardian Anhum Ajameen Wa Alaikum Assalam Al-Ajameen and destroy all his enemies in one single act. There is no difficult task for him. Knott et al. Scientific point number six. What should be the attitude of the believers? We made it by giving it to someone , tested it by taking it from someone, so now suffering will come. What should the believers do? These are the famous verses of Surah Al-Baqarah . Through this hunger, it will be tested on every individual and on humanity and through loss of property and loss in wealth, loss in your lives and in your fruits, your trade can also come to fruition. Yes, loss of life can come in the form of illness. There are many forms of suffering. Everyone has to go through it . gave How many fools are there? They can't eat chana chaat, yes, they can't eat gulagpe. The stomach doesn't allow it. When a person sees their food, he says that if we live a good life, then Allah has tested everyone. Good news for those who are patient through lack of wealth , and in all this matter there is good news for those who will be patient and how to be patient . They say the same sentence: Ana Lilla Wana Ilya Rajiyun. Verily, we also came from Allah and we have to go to Him. This is the pain that has caused us. Yes, even this pain will die, it means that we too have to reach Allah, so this pain has become attached to me forever, this pain will also die one day. It is not known on this day, the day on which I have to die, that is, if a person has blood cancer in the fourth stage, his blood cancer must end on the day on which he himself must end, but he will end from this world. It has to happen in the life of the hereafter, it has to be born, it has to go away, it is suffering from Allah, it will go away, we ourselves have to go to Allah, and there is a hadith in the same context in Sahih Muslim, Umm Salama, peace be upon him. Alia says when my Abu Salama's husband died. At that time, I don't remember anything else. She was a good woman, so pious that she also migrated to Abyssinia with her husband. People often mention the migration of Medina with Abu Salama . Another great migration was the migration to Abyssinia, which happened before that, and the people who were in the migration to Abyssinia were not jealous of those who migrated to Medina, just as the people who brought Islam after the conquest of Mecca were jealous of those who migrated to Medina. They used to be jealous of those who migrated to Abyssinia because they had suffered more than us, so Umm Salma had also migrated and said, "My husband died, then I remembered a prayer of the Holy Prophet which he had taught me." When someone is in trouble, if he recites this dua , then Allah will give him a better reward than this . there is someone No, how can I find a better husband than him in the world, hey hey hey . In Hijri, the dead have died. The last wife of the Prophet (peace be upon him) who died was this, three years after the Karbala incident. There are hadiths Salma narrated in the honor of Hazrat Ali, in the honor of Hasan and Hussain , that is a separate topic. I have included those hadiths in the research paper on Karbala. At the beginning of that prayer is with the same words: Ana Lilla Wana Ilya Rajioon, after that comes Allah in trouble, O Allah, reward me in this trouble . Hamzah is Mujrni per calamity, give me reward in this calamity , and make me a better Naam al-Badl, and Naam al-Badl, then Allah made me remember this dua verbally whenever If you suffer any small or big pain, you must read this dua: Anna Lilla Wana Ilya Rajiyun Allah Jurini Fi Affilah wa Khilafli Khaira Minha. Dua to change the news of grief into happiness. My clip was also recorded on it in Sahih Muslim Sharif. This supplication was required that I would mention it with him. Knowledge point number seven second last and that is regarding the non-Muslims which causes them suffering and the biggest test in the form of death . How to behave with them? By the way, I recorded a detailed video when one of their ministers from our neighboring country India went to see the affairs of the Haram Hajis. At that time, there was a lot of controversy. I have explained in detail the orders regarding non-Muslims. What is the problem of greeting non-Muslims ? Things have been covered but here is one thing that usually whenever a non-Muslim dies, a footballer dies, a film actor dies, a cricketer dies, obviously those who are fans feel sad and this is a natural thing but In this suffering, some Muslims forget themselves They even pray for forgiveness for infidels and some people write R.I.P. Rest in peace, so it is obvious that this is also a prayer for forgiveness. You can pray for him that Allah guides him to the path of Islam and pray for him . You can give all the prayers Hafiza Allah You can also say, I say no. I also pray to Dhruv Rathi as a reminder to Allah . He is alive. Our prayer is that Allah Almighty will show him the right opinion before he dies . I am talking about the Muslims who were declared non-Muslims It is obvious that the Barelwis consider the Deobandis to be infidels, the Ahl al-Hadith consider the Barelwis to be polytheists , I am not talking about non-Muslims. Their case is different, I will pray for all of them . So you have to pray when you die, then you should not pray. In this context, this is the verse in Surah At-Tawbah, specifically the Prophet ( peace and blessings of Allah be upon him ) and the people of faith. No, nor for the believers to ask for forgiveness for the polytheists, and the context is that they are dead, or that they are told through revelation by Allah that they will no longer accept Islam, and that later. i The father of Hazrat Ibrahim (peace be upon him) was mentioned, not father, we say father, because there is a difference in this too, and Allah mentioned that the supplication he had made was because of a promise. He did not pray for his father again, even if he was a close relative, even if he was not a close relative of the Prophet or the people of faith, after it was revealed to them that they are among the people of Hell. It is obvious that the disbelief in the world If he went out of state, the obvious fatwa is that he will go to hell. The rest is the will of Allah as to how the circumstances and events of a person met him . In the end, what will matter in this world, this is what we will tell the people and this is the Shariah. The rest is not a threat to Allah . There is no stopping anyone but the role of the world Yes, that's it. This is a critical discussion. Please watch my video regarding this. Will non-Muslims also go to heaven? So I have addressed this critical topic. From this verse, it was found that prayers for forgiveness for non-Muslims should be given. I can't do it after I am a non-Muslim, obviously I am a Christian, I am a Jew, I am a Sikh, I am a Hindu, I am an atheist, there are people of all the religions of the world who do not believe in the end of Prophethood , you should not pray for forgiveness for them. At Last and that is the optimal approach. What should be the approach of a human being? When a person hears this kind of concern about the hereafter, sometimes he takes a pessimistic approach that the matter of the hereafter is going to be very difficult. What will happen to me in the world? I said first that the one who left the world and left the exam room will get zero marks and the one who is sitting inside still has a chance to pass except the one who is a monk. If he went, then what should be your approach from the point of view of religion and the world ? The boat of life has to walk on the water of this world, just don't bring this water into the boat. It is on this water that the boat cannot move without it. It is obvious that you have conquered this world and if you took care of all these rights and protected the rights of Allah, then you used this world to the extent that you have to do what the prophets have also done, all the prophets who There were extroverts, none were introverts, the Prophets were all extroverts, dynamic life, none of the Prophets was a Sufi, so Khadim Rizvi Sahib says that all are the dust of the shoes of Abu Bakr Siddique Abu Bakr Siddique. No, you people are not equal to him. This is what I am saying to those who are slaves of Abu Bakr. They are better than the dust of Abu Bakr's shoes. They have the slavery of Hazrat Abu Bakr. I am speaking for them. A person's life consists of wars from the beginning to the end except for two years of the government after the death of the Prophet (peace be upon him). They say that he is a Sufi. Glan Suno Diyan, then what should be your approach? Allah rejected both the extremes who say that you have to become a Sufi or a monk and others who are so extremist that they abandon religion . Put and put all the efforts for the world, they are also ruined In Surah Al-Baqarah, Allah Almighty said: "There are people among the people who say,My Lord, so much in this world, O Allah, grant us in this world what we have been and what we have in the hereafter.” The Fatwa of the Creative Allah is here. The thick fatwa is that there is no share in the Hereafter for such people who say, Give us everything in this world. Now what is the approach of the people of faith? The common man must be thinking that the people of faith are those who say: will O Allah, give us everything in the Hereafter. This is not the approach of the people of faith, and there are those among the people who pray to Allah, O Allah, grant us good things in this world, and give us good things in this world and in the Hereafter. Grant us the best of the punishment of Hellfire and the Hereafter, and save us from the punishment of the Hereafter. Ameen. Then what is Allah saying about these people? Those who said, “Goodness in this world and in the Hereafter, and from the punishment of hell, O Allah, save us, and Allah is swift in reckoning, and Allah is quick to take reckoning, O Allah, our reckoning.” It is easy to say, Amen, this prayer is telling how much dynamic approach Islam gives to a person that one has to work hard for this world and also for the hereafter . to see Allah Ta’ala has allowed it or not, then that is also religion for you. Earning halal sustenance is religion. Taking care of your wife and children is religion. There is even a hadith in Muslim Sharif that if a person says SubhanAllah, this is also a religion. Sadaqah is good in the presence of Allah. Alhamdulillah is also sadaqah. There is no god but Allah. It is also sadaqah. Removing something painful from the path is also sadaqah. Putting morsel in the mouth of your wife and children is also sadaqah. It means that even your relationship with your wives is good. Establishing this is also charity. The Companions said, “The rest of the things have been digested. O Messenger of Allah, how did this become charity?” He said, “If you fulfill this need in a way that is not lawful in the sight of Allah, will you not commit a sin?” The Companions said, “It will happen,” or the Messenger of God said, “Then there will be a reward for it, which is a purely animal passion, an animal instinct. Islam has disciplined it, but in any case, one instinct is common in humans and in animals for their own reproduction.” But there is a reward for this too, so leave the rest. There is a reward for everything if you are God-oriented. It is in the best world. In the same context, there is a hadith in Muslim Sharif that the world is a place to spend and the best capital. We have a good wife . Make your wife Indeed, there is no problem. The commandments of Allah’s Messenger should not be broken. The main thing is that it should not dominate you, that you should distinguish between halal and haram. This should not be the case. The best dua is in every prayer, ask for this dua in your tashahhud, ask it in prostrations. There is a hadith in Muslim Sharif that a person is closest to his Lord in prostration . When you have recited Durood Sharif in Tashahhud , ask your Lord for whatever you want, in it, ask this dua. The rest of the dua are there . They used to ask Allah, Lord, to give us good things in this world, good things, good things, and good things. The punishment of Hell has come with God in the Qur’an, in Bukhari Muslim, it has come with God. Collect them both. God, God, so much in this world. There is a dua in the Qur’an in which Allah has combined the two forms, Allahu Rabbna Anzal Alina min al-Samaa, which is the supplication of Jesus, peace be upon him . Dua Hai Allah Ani Ali Dhikr, thanksgiving, and good worship Abu Dawud Tirmidhi, Aya Rabi Dhikr, thanksgiving, and good worship, Lord God, these two words are interchangeable in supplications, so combine them both. Make this supplication and ask for it, and it is such a perfect supplication, so pitiful, I remember a hadith in Muslim Sharif, Anas Ibn Malik says: There was a companion of the Prophet, peace be upon him, who became so sick that he became a cage of bones, like a A bird has a new-born baby, isn’t it? The bones are visible, the flesh is not there, this was the condition of this companion in his illness, so the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) went to visit him. This is in Sahih Muslim Sharif. In the second volume, you will find this Hadith in the second volume. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) asked him, “What do you ask from Allah? ” They have done so He said, “O Messenger of Allah, I ask Allah for only one supplication, ‘O Allah, whatever you want to punish me for in the Hereafter, give it in this world.’ ” He said, Subhan Allah, does he have the strength and courage to bear the punishment of Allah in this world or in the life of the hereafter, who is making such supplications ? Also give goodness hereafter I am also asking Allah to give me good things, so what kind of miserliness should I do, do not keep the word of punishment. There is a hadith in Bukhari Muslim . To be positive , to be optimistic, yes, never to be pessimistic, to have good faith in Allah . According to him This is what is meant by a little quick calculation, after that it will be left, so that is the calculation which is called paper work, they are going to heaven without accounting . But he is quick, ok, ok, let him know, that’s all. Allah hasabna hasabna, Yasira Amin. The Prophet, peace be upon him, said, “You ask for good things in this world and in the Hereafter, so why is he saying this to his Lord? Now, look at this companion too.” One of a kind The Sufi approach was adapted to say, O Allah, what punishment is to be given in the Hereafter, give it in this world. Oh no, these are not the teachings of the Prophets. The Prophets say, Ask Allah for goodness, ask for punishment, do not ask for justice, do not ask for His mercy. Oh God , I know that there is punishment in the Hereafter, so give it in this world, do not give it in the Hereafter, why repent, neither in this world nor in this world In the afterlife, O Allah, we will not be Tarzan, we are your weak servants, we should only ask Allah for your well-being . After a few days, just like a dead person comes back to life, he prayed and was cured. He found it himself. Yes, it is not a natural disease. Yes, it is not an act of God. It is not a disease. If you ask , make this dua Harad where people say yes, we can pray in Urdu language in our worldly affairs. Our teacher Maulana Ishaq Sahib, may Allah have mercy on him, had the position of another teacher Javed Ahmad Ghamdi Sahib. We are with him. Agris do not welcome Qibla and Arabic language. This is a symbol of the unity of Muslims. No one can change it. Prayers will be read in Arabic. You will realize this by going to non-Muslim countries. I went to China in 2004. There was no Chinese, but when the imam stood up for the prayer, Alhamdulillah, Rabb al-Alamin, Rahman al-Rahim, there was no gap. You can guess that the Arabic language is a symbol of the unity of the Muslims, so you should not change the Arabic language and the other thing is the Qibla. Yes, otherwise the people of Deoband should have prayed facing Deoband and the people of Bareilly should have prayed facing Bareilly. Thank God that this is a symbol of Muslim unity, then it is a symbol of Arab unity. They say, how should we pray again? I say one prayer Lord for the world, tell me what is the worldly prayer that is outside of it, good wife, good children, good job, good sustenance, good health . All this is good in this world and good pride is to avoid the punishment of the grave . Avoidance and pride is good and indeed the punishment of Hellfire is also there, so keep the dua you have to make in your heart and read these words, keep the translation in mind and there is no need to make any dua. In Arabic, only one dua is sufficient . Remember this dua. Finally, I have a hadith above I conclude the topic, it is connected with this one. In Al-Duniya Hasna Sahih Muslim, Imam Muslim has taken almost 60 hadiths in the chapter of destiny. In Bukhari, there is also a chapter related to destiny, but in Muslim Sharif, it is detailed in Kitab al-Qadr, chapter da chapter. The last Hadith of Destiny is that Imam Muslim was the most intelligent person. The reason is that Imam Muslim is a disciple of Imam Bukhari . They don’t see flaws, not weaknesses, they don’t see in Muslim Sharif, because there was a pattern of Bukhari Sharif in front of them. They have the biggest weakness in it, for example, value addition. In Bukhari Sharif, there are different hadiths that are scattered. are in the whole of Bukhari, but Imam Muslim collects all the Turks of a single hadith. If he has taken the first hadith from Maula Ali (peace be upon him) that whoever falsely attributed to me should see his place in Hell, then Imam Bukhari also took it But much later, Imam Muslim went and took this hadith from Hazrat Ali, Mughirah Ibn Shuba, Abu Hurairah, Anas Ibn Malik, Jabir Ibn Abdullah, Abdullah Ibn Abbas, six or seven Companions, and wrote all the hadiths together in one place. Collected so that you can understand the whole thing. In Bukhari Sharif, you see many Turks of a hadith in different places in a skated form. And where else is it now? In the Bukhari printed by Dar al-Salaam, they have put numbers in the box before each hadith, that this hadith has been recorded in another way on such and such a number, and there is a difference of 2, 3, 3 thousand between the numbers. It happens that Imam Muslim did not do this work, he collected all the Turks in one place. This is from the value edition of Kitab al-Qadr chapter. It is the narrator that you, peace be upon him, said that Allah loves a strong believer more than a weak believer, that is, a healthy believer is more beloved to Allah than a weak believer . He will be able to follow the religion, it will be easy for him if his health and religion permit, then what should he do next? A strong believer is dearer to Allah than a weak believer . He said, O Abu Hurairah Strive hard for whatever benefits you, and then seek help from Allah. Look, don’t be lazy, don’t be lazy, and then if the result is against you, say what Allah wills. Yes, this is the whole hadith . Now look at what the Prophet (peace be upon him) said that whatever gives you profit in this world and in the hereafter, you should strive for it. And he is not free from the causes To do but start with effort. Those who will try in our way, we will open our ways for them . Yes, then Allah will open the way for you, O Abu Huraira, to strive for what will benefit you, to seek help from Allah, and then he said: Do not be lazy, do not be lazy. After reciting Durood Sharif, yes, you will fail, inshallah, because the teachings of our Prophet are not there, try, seek help from Allah, do not be lazy, do not be lazy . So I had done it, it means that Allah’s will was not in it, but if not, you can revisit the strategy, that now I will do it like this, then it will improve, that is a different thing, but what is called Beat the line It is ungrateful Mola Ali says that I have recognized my Lord through the breaking of my intentions, that is, a person tries, the circumstances are favorable, but the result is not as desired. It means that Allah Ta’ala approves something else. Allah Ta’ala approves of someone’s trial. He makes supplications in his place only so that the part of destiny that is averted is written in the destiny that the blessing of prayer is avoided. As there is a hadith in Bukhari Muslim, whoever wants his life to be extended and his sustenance to be expanded should treat his relatives well, i.e. spend on them , and good treatment can also be moral. But the real thing is to loosen the pockets If it is a difficult task, it must have been written in destiny that his age is so much and his sustenance is so much, but when he spends so much on his relatives, I will increase his life by so many years or bless his life so much. That he will do more work in less time is also written in the destiny, so no one can change destiny, keep it in mind that destiny only changes what it is written to change and that you have performed the act. It is obvious that Allah has rules If you walk barefoot in winter, God willing, you will fall ill. After reciting Bismillah Al-Dhi La Yader, put two fingers in the socket. God willing, you will reach the Hereafter . If you put your hand in it, you will land in the Hereafter, God willing, because you have overcome destiny on your own . The words are a sudden disaster. Nevertheless, if someone falls despite the prayer, then this is your test. We have discussed so many verses that Allah must test them. You have to turn towards Allah by reciting the praises of Allah and Durood Sharif. Allah Almighty will not return the dua that is deprived . If he goes, he should remember his Lord even when he is happy. In the same way, there is another hadith in Jamia Tirmidhi. In Musnad Ahmad, it is detailed that dua is never rejected, either he gets what he asks for or Allah Ta’ala bestows a boon better than that, averts any pain, or that supplication is reserved for the Hereafter. On the Day of Resurrection, Allah Ta’ala will reward it with good deeds. When the Companions heard this, what was their attitude? He was amazing He said, “O Messenger of Allah, if supplications are being accepted in every situation, then we will ask for many supplications.” The Prophet, peace be upon him, said, “Allah, the Most High, hears many supplications.” Yes, the Companions did not say, “O Messenger of Allah.” If we want to get a reward in the hereafter and we don’t get anything in this world, then there is no benefit in asking for dua. Is it supposed to happen? So whatever you ask for or someone will give you something in return, it is up to Allah to decide what is better for you or whether you will get good things in the Hereafter . Prayers are never wasted. Yes, I will keep this in mind and this is also a worm that enters the mind of some people. Yes, my prayers are not being accepted and what I want is what I get. May Allah protect you from Ask for the rest of what is the will of Allah, who thinks it best for me . My religion is better than the economy of the world, so do it for me Adwariz 22 Take me away from him, take him away from me and make me content with your pleasure. In Surat al-Baqarah, it is said Sometimes you love and like something and there is evil hidden in it for you and sometimes you consider something evil for you and there is good hidden in it. Specifically, this is about jihad and fighting. I have come but this is an extrapolated fact of the world, there are moments in the life of every human being in the world that he says that what happened to me has ruined my life and after many years he says. That which It happened to me, thankfully it happened to me, otherwise I would not have reached this position, so if there is ever such a thing, please be content with the pleasure of Allah . This supplication was taught to the Prophet (peace be upon him) in Surah Bani Israel. You were leaving Makkah Sharif in a state of great sadness, saying that the people who have spent 52 years of my life here are doing Medina . The second aspect is that there are only eleven years of the Holy Prophet’s life in Madinah Sharif, they are also only ten years, Almost and 52 years in Makkah . That you are the most beloved to me in this world, but your people let me stay here They did not give and left. Allah Almighty taught the supplication. O Allah, now you are going to enter me wherever you want. Is it true that you want to enter me there in Medina Sharif and here from Makkah Sharif that I have to leave ? You have to take me out and provide support for me from your side and then provided such support that during the 13-year Tablighi period that was Mecca there were only 125 slaves of Muslims and in the next 13 years the Romans and also Muslims. They had piled up at the feet, so big revolution happened, so read this dua too . When they forced me to retire with the benefits of Afar, it is obvious that I didn’t want to retire in nine years. has done dawat and tabligh work in parallel, so who is my director? He is showing me the facts while trembling with fear that engineer sir, see this . That the doors of success were open for the Prophet (peace be upon him) after that and the second dua is the same inna lilla wana illiya rajiyun calam and the third dua of the Companions of Al-Kaf, Lord, so merciful, see, in 2017, this paper came to my hand when our subscriber one There were less than 100,000 and from 2017 it is 2025 and now look at this time in the world, I don’t say that an engineer is becoming an engineer, but I say that I am a prophet, there is no one . No, peace be upon Ali Muhammad and Muhammad, may Allah bless him and grant him peace.
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The text presents a transcription of a public session addressing a range of current affairs and religious discussions. It starts with condolences for the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and commentary on Iran’s role in supporting Palestine. A significant portion is dedicated to Shia-Sunni relations, historical conflicts, and the dangers of sectarianism in Pakistan. The speaker then critiques motivational speakers and journalists who spread conspiracies, particularly concerning Raisi’s death and their views on Palestine. Furthermore, the speaker analyzes interpretations of the Quran, emphasizing the importance of context and warning against selective use to create discord. The session concludes with diverse questions from the audience on religious matters, offering detailed answers and opinions.
Raisi’s Martyrdom and Contemporary Muslim Issues: A Study Guide
Quiz
Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences each.
According to the speaker, why is the martyrdom of Iranian President Raisi a painful event for Muslims worldwide?
What was Dr. Ibrahim Raisi’s approach to the Sunni-Shia conflict, as discussed by the speaker?
How did General Zia-ul-Haq’s policies impact Shia Muslims in Pakistan?
What was Dr. Ibrahim Raisi’s projected future role in Iran?
What does the speaker criticize about the media’s coverage of President Raisi’s death?
How does the speaker use Surah Al-Ma’idah to illustrate the importance of understanding context in the Quran?
According to the speaker, what is the correct understanding of Surah Ashura: “Aya Inka La Thadda”?
What does the speaker identify as a major evil within the Pakistani nation?
What are the names of the five great powers of world politics, according to the speaker?
What does the speaker suggest is the safest way to dispose of old pages of the Quran?
Quiz Answer Key
The speaker suggests Raisi’s martyrdom is painful because he was actively supporting the Palestinian cause and was the president of a major Islamic country. His death represents a loss for Muslims who support this cause.
The speaker characterizes Dr. Raisi as moderate and suggests that he opposed the Shia-Sunni conflict, which has led to killing and destruction. He was attempting to reconcile with Saudi Arabia, a major Sunni power, to address the conflict.
The speaker notes Zia-ul-Haq’s policies led to a campaign against Shias, resulting in massacres and the formation of jihadist organizations that used anti-Shia slogans. This period marked a significant escalation in sectarian violence in Pakistan.
According to the speaker, it was anticipated that Dr. Ibrahim Raisi would eventually become the Supreme Leader of Iran, succeeding Khamenei Sahib. This was based on his previous roles and Khamenei Sahib’s intention to nominate him.
The speaker criticizes the media for spreading conspiracy theories about Raisi’s death (e.g., being shot down by America or Israel) and for downplaying the significance of his martyrdom. They accuse some journalists and clerics of fabricating stories for monetary gain.
The speaker notes that the Quran praises Christians in Surah Al-Ma’idah but also advises against taking Jews and Christians as friends. Using these examples, they suggests the importance of understanding the specific context and intent behind each verse.
The speaker uses this verse from Surah Ashura to highlight a seemingly contradictory message in the Quran. On the one hand, the Prophet cannot guide whom he loves (like Abu Lahab), while on the other, he is guiding people to the straight path, meaning the Prophet can only call for guidance, but cannot change someone’s destiny unless they want to accept guidance.
The speaker identifies a major problem in Pakistan as citizens taking the law into their own hands and accusing others of blasphemy, often unjustly. This behavior is contributing to violence and instability within the nation.
The speaker names America, Great Britain, France, Russia, and China as the five great powers that influence global politics and determine which governments they deem beneficial.
The speaker suggests that the safest way to dispose of old pages of the Quran is to burn them respectfully until they are ashes and then pour the ashes into water. He suggests that they should not be left out in the open or thrown in rivers, which can lead to desecration.
Essay Questions
Consider these questions as starting points for in-depth essay assignments.
Analyze the speaker’s perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. How does the speaker balance criticism of Israel with acknowledgement of its technological superiority?
Discuss the speaker’s views on the relationship between religion and science/technology. How does the speaker connect a lack of technological advancement to specific religious issues within the Muslim world?
How does the speaker’s analysis of the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi reflect broader geopolitical tensions in the Middle East?
Evaluate the speaker’s criticisms of Pakistani society. What specific issues does the speaker identify, and what solutions (if any) does the speaker propose?
Analyze the speaker’s use of Quranic verses and hadith. How does the speaker interpret these religious texts to support his or her arguments, and what potential biases might be present in the speaker’s interpretation?
Glossary of Key Terms
Amen: (Arabic) A term of affirmation, similar to “so be it.”
Alhamdulillah: (Arabic) “Praise be to Allah.” An expression of gratitude and acknowledgment of God.
InshaAllah: (Arabic) “God willing.” An expression of hope and dependence on God’s will.
Youmuddin: (Arabic) “The Day of Judgment.” Refers to the day when God will judge all of humanity.
Mushaf: (Arabic) A written copy of the Quran.
Shia: One of the two major branches of Islam, adherents of which are considered to be followers of Muhammad and his successors.
Sunni: One of the two major branches of Islam, adherents of which are considered to be followers of Muhammad and his companions.
Proxy War: A conflict where opposing sides use third parties as substitutes instead of fighting each other directly.
Mujahideen: (Arabic) Individuals or groups engaged in jihad, often translated as “holy warriors.”
Takfiri: A term for someone who accuses another Muslim of apostasy (abandoning their faith).
Deobandi: A Sunni Islamic movement originating in Deoband, India, known for its emphasis on traditional Islamic education and reform.
Barelvi: A Sunni Islamic movement popular in South Asia, known for its reverence of saints and Sufi practices.
Hadith: A collection of sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), used as a source of guidance in Islam.
Fatwa: A formal ruling or interpretation on a point of Islamic law given by a qualified jurist.
Ahlul Bayt: (Arabic) The “People of the House,” referring to the family of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Ghaus Pak: A title used to refer to Sheikh Abdul-Qadir Jilani (may God be pleased with him), a highly revered Sufi saint.
FATF: The Financial Action Task Force, an international organization that combats money laundering and terrorist financing.
Qira’ah: A method of reciting the Quran. There are several recognized qira’at, each with slight variations.
Surah: A chapter of the Quran.
Qadiani: A term, often derogatory, used to refer to members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, which is considered heretical by many mainstream Muslims.
Minar-e-Pakistan: A national monument located in Lahore, Pakistan, symbolizing the Lahore Resolution of 1940, which eventually led to the creation of Pakistan.
UNO: United Nations Organization
Takfiri thought: Denoting as apostate
Muslim World: Challenges, Critiques, and the Path Forward
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The text appears to be a transcript or excerpt from a public session or lecture given by an individual addressing a variety of current affairs and religious topics. The speaker, who identifies as an engineer, expresses strong opinions and criticisms regarding political events, sectarianism, interpretations of Islam, and the role of religious figures and media in shaping public opinion. A central theme revolves around the need for Muslims to advance in science and technology to effectively address contemporary challenges. The speaker also criticizes those who exploit religious sentiments for personal or political gain.
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Condolences for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Geopolitical Commentary:
The speaker begins by mourning the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, emphasizing Iran’s support for the Palestinian cause.
Quote: “It is obvious that some people have political differences with them, even those who are in government. There are many weaknesses associated with them. No human being is perfect. But at the moment, it is clear that the president of a major Islamic country And the Islamic country that has been most active in supporting the Palestinian cause Raise your voice.”
He acknowledges Raisi’s controversial aspects but highlights his support for Palestine.
He criticizes the Sunni-Shia conflict and its proxy wars, particularly highlighting the historical persecution of Shias in Pakistan.
He views Iran as a key practical supporter of the Palestinian cause, contrasting it with more verbal support from other Muslim countries.
Critique of Sectarianism and Misinterpretation of Islam:
The speaker condemns sectarian violence and the use of religious slogans for hate speech, referencing historical events in Pakistan.
Quote: “The way in which Shia were massacred and jihadist organizations were formed that They also wrote slogans of Shia infidels on the toilets, even though Shia was a word in the Quran.”
He expresses concern over the exploitation of religious sentiments for political purposes.
He criticizes the tendency to label others as infidels (“Takfiri thought”) and the misuse of religious texts by motivational speakers and clerics.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding religious texts in context, warning against selectively quoting verses to support biased views.
Quote: “If you take someone’s words out of context in this way, then the Holy Quran There are also many such examples through which you can practice the Holy Quran.”
Emphasis on Science, Technology, and Self-Reliance for Muslims:
A recurring theme is the need for Muslims to prioritize advancements in science and technology to effectively address their challenges.
Quote: “Technology Europe, America, Israel are so far ahead of Muslims that no Muslim country can compete with them.”
He criticizes reliance on external powers and highlights the consequences of technological backwardness, citing the Iranian helicopter crash as an example.
Quote: “Our helicopter crashed because America didn’t give us parts.”
He advocates for self-reliance and criticizes those who dismiss scientific explanations as being “agents of the Jews and Christians.”
Criticism of Media, Motivational Speakers, and Clerics:
The speaker is highly critical of certain media personalities, motivational speakers, and clerics, accusing them of spreading misinformation, exploiting religious sentiments, and promoting sectarianism for personal gain (e.g., “dollars”).
Quote: “All the YouTubers, all the clerics’ fronts. Me and the cleric himself, and the journalists from his sect, who made dollars By spreading various conspiracies regarding the death of Dr. Ibrahim Raisi (may Allah have mercy on him).”
He accuses them of cutting clips from his lectures to distort his views and incite hatred against him.
He takes issue with their silence or inadequate response to the martyrdom of President Raisi.
Analysis of the Israel-Palestine Conflict and the Iron Dome:
The speaker acknowledges the effectiveness of Israel’s Iron Dome defense system, even suggesting that it has inadvertently protected Muslims as well.
Quote: “This means that the Iron Dome system did not only protect Jews, you Muslims. They are also protected there, the rest of the Iron Dome is not the only Iron Dome they have.”
This statement draws criticism and accusations of being pro-Israel. He defends his statement by explaining that Iron Dome protected Muslims and Jews alike in the area it was deployed.
He criticizes those who rely on religious rhetoric (“sticks”) instead of practical solutions.
Critique of Blasphemy Laws and Extrajudicial Killings:
The speaker expresses deep concern about the misuse of blasphemy laws in Pakistan and the resulting extrajudicial killings.
Quote: “It’s time to take the law into your own hands and accuse anyone you want of blasphemy.”
He criticizes the Pakistani nation’s tendency to punish people accused of blasphemy, even though many of the accused are innocent.
He suggests exposing those involved in such acts by testing their knowledge of the Quran.
Praise for Actions Supporting Palestine:
The speaker praises South Africa and three European countries (Spain, Ireland, and Norway) for their support of Palestine, contrasting their actions with the perceived inaction of many Muslim countries.
Quote: “Spain, Ireland, Norway, and South Africa. Who is the one who salutes with both hands? No Muslim country can do that.”
He highlights Nelson Mandela’s legacy of supporting Palestine.
Interpretation of Quranic Verses and Hadith:
The speaker offers interpretations of various Quranic verses and hadith to support his arguments, often challenging conventional understandings.
He emphasizes the importance of proper understanding and contextualization of the Quran.
He uses hadith to discuss topics ranging from Witr prayers to intercession.
Key Quotes:
“There is no power or strength except through Allah.”
“Indeed, I am one of the wrongdoers.”
“The person who fought the Palestinian cause the most in the world was Dr. Ibrahim Raisi.”
“All these people are dollars So they kept making up their martyrdom, but no one ever said the word martyr for them.”
“You are the closest to Christians. You will find them near you because among them are monks and monks, these very kind-hearted people.”
“You cannot guide him, but Allah guides whom He wills.”
“Today Iran has also accepted the whole world’s Why are the Iranians crying in front of me? I didn’t shoot the Iranians at gunpoint. He said that these people are crying rightly. He said that for the last 40 years The US has imposed sanctions on Iran, so we are not getting spare parts.”
“The best word is the Book of Allah, the most guided path is Muhammad (peace be upon him).”
“And indeed, now you also guide people to the path of guidance, O Messenger of Allah.”
“A person who kills a soul uses the word ‘nafs’ to kill a soul. No, the soul, whether Muslim or infidel, except for two exceptions: murder for murder.”
“It has been said repeatedly in the Quran, “O you who believe, is it only the teacher who is the believer?”
“We have been given to the Quran so that I may teach you through it the Hereafter. I will warn, and whoever this book reaches.”
Overall Assessment:
The text reveals a speaker deeply concerned with the state of the Muslim world, particularly in the context of political instability, sectarian conflict, and technological backwardness. The speaker challenges conventional interpretations of Islam and criticizes those who exploit religious sentiments for personal or political gain. The speaker is passionate about the need for self-reliance and progress in science and technology. His views are often controversial and provoke strong reactions from various groups, as evidenced by his discussion of clipped videos and accusations. The speaker’s analysis is complex and requires careful consideration.
Islamic Discourse: Raisi, Conflicts, and Modernity
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1. What was the speaker’s view on the death of Iranian President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi?
The speaker mourned the martyrdom of Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, emphasizing that despite any political differences or weaknesses Raisi might have had, he was the president of a major Islamic country and a strong supporter of the Palestinian cause. The speaker also decried conspiracy theories about his death, asserting it was due to a technical malfunction, not an attack by America or Israel.
2. What was Dr. Raisi’s significance regarding Sunni-Shia relations and international relations?
The speaker highlighted Dr. Raisi’s efforts to mend relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran, which he described as a crucial step in addressing the Sunni-Shia conflict. He believed that improved relations between these two countries could help resolve conflicts within the Muslim world. Dr. Raisi also raised the issue of the desecration of the Holy Quran at the UNO, confronting world leaders about their faith.
3. What are the speaker’s views on the Sunni-Shia conflict in Pakistan, particularly during Zia-ul-Haq’s regime?
The speaker described the rise of Shia-Sunni riots in Pakistan during Zia-ul-Haq’s era, attributing it to the export of the Iranian revolution of 1979. He mentioned the formation of jihadist organizations that promoted anti-Shia slogans, and the subsequent shift during Musharraf’s time when these groups were labeled as terrorists, leading to attacks on the Pakistani army and civilians.
4. What is the speaker’s perspective on the silence of Pakistani scholars and media figures regarding Dr. Raisi’s death?
The speaker expressed disappointment that many Pakistani scholars, motivational speakers, and journalists didn’t explicitly acknowledge Dr. Raisi as a martyr or discuss his death with the respect he deserved. He felt this silence revealed a sectarian bias, suggesting that their support for the Palestinian cause might be conditional.
5. What is the speaker’s critique of those who selectively quote the Quran to support their views?
The speaker criticizes the practice of taking Quranic verses out of context to prove a point. He provides examples of how verses praising Christians or seemingly contradicting other verses can be manipulated to create false narratives or support biased arguments. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the context and broader meaning of Quranic verses to avoid misinterpretations. He warns against cutting clips from his own lectures for similar means.
6. What is the speaker’s argument about Muslims’ need to advance in science and technology?
The speaker lamented the lack of technological advancement in the Muslim world compared to Europe, America, and Israel. He criticized those who dismiss educated individuals as “agents of Jews and Christians” when they advocate for scientific progress. He argues that Muslims must prioritize science and technology to effectively defend themselves and compete on the global stage, rather than relying on outdated strategies.
7. What is the speaker’s view on taking the law into one’s own hands, especially in cases of alleged blasphemy?
The speaker vehemently opposed taking the law into one’s own hands, particularly in cases of alleged blasphemy. He cited an incident in Sargodha where a Christian man was attacked based on accusations of blasphemy and emphasized that such actions are unacceptable and undermine the rule of law. He argued that the proper course of action is to report such matters to the authorities and allow the legal system to handle them.
8. What examples does the speaker use to illustrate the importance of context and avoiding extremism in religious interpretations?
The speaker uses examples from the Quran and Hadith to highlight the dangers of selective interpretation and extremism. He cites the necessity of understanding the full context, similar to how verses praising Christians or those appearing to contradict others within the Quran must be viewed within a broader understanding of Islamic teachings. He argues for moderation, critical thinking, and reliance on Islamic principles and laws, in approaching faith and religious practices.
Ebrahim Raisi: Martyrdom, Legacy, and Muslim Unity
The martyrdom of Iranian President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi is regarded as sad news for the entire Muslim nation. Despite political differences and weaknesses associated with him, Raisi was the president of a major Islamic country and an active supporter of the Palestinian cause.
Key points regarding Raisi’s efforts and impact:
Support for Palestine Raisi was a strong advocate for the Palestinian cause, and his efforts in this area were globally recognized.
Speeches at the UNO During a UNO ceremony, Raisi publicly raised the issue of desecration of the Holy Quran in some European countries.
Promoting Muslim unity He played a role in improving relations with Saudi Arabia, which was a significant development in addressing Sunni-Shia conflicts.
Future leadership potential Raisi was expected to become the Supreme Leader of Iran, succeeding Khamenei Sahib.
The text also highlights reactions and conspiracy theories surrounding Raisi’s death:
Conspiracy theories Following Raisi’s death, various conspiracy theories emerged, alleging involvement of America or Israel, but these were dismissed as fake news.
Lack of acknowledgment Some individuals and scholars did not openly acknowledge Raisi as a martyr, which exposed sectarian biases.
Role of Iran Iran is recognized as a key supporter of the Mujahideen against Israel, offering practical help beyond verbal statements.
Islamic Countries: Conflicts, Palestine, and Global Relations
The sources discuss several aspects of Islamic countries, including their roles in supporting Palestine, internal conflicts, and relationships with other nations.
Key points about Islamic countries:
Support for Palestine: Iran is noted as a country that actively supports the Palestinian cause. The late Iranian President, Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, was a strong advocate for Palestine.
Internal Conflicts: The text mentions Sunni-Shia conflicts and proxy wars involving Saudi Arabia and Iran. These conflicts have led to killing and destruction, and addressing these issues is seen as important for resolving broader Muslim disputes.
** Sectarianism in Pakistan:** Pakistan has experienced sectarian violence, particularly against Shia Muslims, which was exacerbated during the era of dictator Zia-ul-Haq. Slogans against Shias were even found in public restrooms.
Relationships with Other Nations:Iran and Saudi Arabia: There have been efforts to improve relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran to address Sunni-Shia conflicts.
Iran and the US: Tensions exist between Iran and the United States, particularly due to sanctions imposed by the US.
Muslim countries and the West: The text notes that technology in Europe, America, and Israel is far ahead of Muslim countries, impacting their ability to compete.
Recognition of Palestine: Three European countries (Spain, Ireland, and Norway) have recognized the state of Palestine, which is seen as a courageous move that many Muslim countries have not taken.
Role of South Africa: South Africa, under Nelson Mandela, has also been a strong supporter of Palestine, with Mandela stating that their freedom is incomplete until Palestine is free. South Africa has filed a case against Israel in the International Court of Justice.
Internal Issues in Pakistan:Blasphemy accusations: Pakistan faces issues with accusations of blasphemy, often stemming from personal disputes, and resulting in mob violence.
Sectarian violence: Violence against Christians and misuse of blasphemy laws are also significant concerns.
Influence of religious organizations: Religious organizations have been used to undermine political governments, contributing to societal damage and mental model changes.
Dependence on Western Technology: The crash of Iranian President Raisi’s helicopter is attributed to a lack of spare parts due to US sanctions, highlighting the dependence of some Islamic countries on Western technology and parts.
The Quran and Guidance: The Quran contains verses that can be interpreted in different ways, sometimes leading to 180-degree opposite conclusions if taken out of context. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the context of religious texts to avoid misinterpretations.
The sources suggest a complex picture of Islamic countries, marked by internal strife, varying degrees of support for the Palestinian cause, and intricate relationships with both Western and other Muslim nations. They also highlight the challenges of sectarianism, extremism, and the need for internal reforms within some of these countries.
The Shia-Sunni Conflict: History, Impact, and Resolution
The sources address the Shia-Sunni conflict in several contexts, including its historical roots, impact on specific countries, and potential solutions.
Key aspects of the Shia-Sunni conflict as discussed in the sources:
Global Conflict: The Shia-Sunni conflict has reached a point of “killing and destruction,” with Saudi Arabia and Iran often backing opposing sides in proxy wars.
Impact on Pakistan:During the dictatorship of Zia-ul-Haq, a campaign was launched against Shias in Pakistan, leading to massacres and the formation of jihadist organizations that used sectarian slogans.
Even now, there are instances of anti-Shia slogans in public places like restrooms, indicating persistent sectarian prejudice.
Historical Context:The conflict was fueled by the 1979 revolution in Iran, which was perceived as a threat by Saudi Arabia and America, leading to the exploitation of Shia-Sunni tensions.
Historically, there have been different interpretations and applications of religious texts, contributing to the divide.
Role of External Factors:Foreign powers, such as America, have been accused of exacerbating these tensions for their own interests.
Sanctions and geopolitical strategies also play a role in the dynamics between Sunni and Shia majority countries.
Efforts to Bridge the Divide:There have been attempts to promote friendship and cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Iran to address the conflict.
Some leaders, like the late Dr. Ibrahim Raisi, were seen as moderate figures who could potentially bridge sectarian divides.
Misinterpretation of Religious Texts:Sectarian biases often involve misinterpreting the Quran and Hadith, leading to divisions and animosity.
The text emphasizes the importance of understanding the context of religious texts to avoid misinterpretations.
** Blasphemy accusations: ** Accusations of blasphemy can also exacerbate sectarian tensions, leading to violence and injustice.
Understanding and Respecting the Holy Quran
The sources discuss the Holy Quran in the contexts of its desecration, interpretation, and significance in guiding Muslims.
Key aspects regarding the Holy Quran:
Desecration: The desecration of the Holy Quran in some European countries was publicly addressed by the late Iranian President, Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, at the UNO.
Misinterpretation:
The sources emphasize the dangers of misinterpreting verses from the Holy Quran, which can lead to drastically different, even opposite, conclusions if verses are taken out of context.
Examples include verses praising Christians (Surah Al-Ma’idah) and verses about the Prophet Muhammad’s guidance.
The text stresses the importance of understanding the specific context to prevent the establishment of false cases of favoritism or misguidance.
Guidance and Understanding:
The Holy Quran is considered a book of guidance and light, and Muslims are urged to strengthen their relationship with it.
The Quran should be read with translation.
Understanding the Quran requires knowledge, and Allah grants this knowledge to those whom He intends goodness.
The Quran contains clear proofs of guidance and acts as a criterion distinguishing between right and wrong.
Respect and Handling:
Old or damaged pages of the Quran should be handled with respect, with burning being mentioned as an appropriate method of disposal.
The safest way to keep Qurans or pages of the Quran is to burn them, and when their ashes become ashes, pour them into water.
This method is based on the Sunnah of Sayyiduna Uthman, who collected and burned copies of the Quran to avoid disagreements among Muslims about its recitation.
Accusations of Blasphemy:
Accusations of blasphemy related to the Quran are a sensitive issue, often stemming from personal disputes and leading to violence.
Taking the law into one’s own hands is condemned, and the importance of due process and justice is stressed.
The Quran and the Prophet MuhammadThe Quran states that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did not write the Quran himself.
The Prophet Muhammad’s mission was to teach through the Quran and warn people of the Hereafter.
Obedience to the Messenger of Allah is equivalent to obedience to Allah.
The Quran and Sectarianism:
Misinterpretations of the Quran contribute to sectarian biases and divisions, such as those between Sunnis and Shias.
The Quran is printed with different covers from Iran (red binding) and Saudi Arabia (blue and green binding).
Science and Technology in Muslim Countries: Advancement and Dependence
The sources touch on scientific and technological advancement, particularly in the context of Muslim countries and their relationship with the West. The sources suggest that Muslim countries lag in science and technology compared to Europe, America, and Israel.
Points regarding scientific advancement:
Dependence on Western Technology The crash of Iranian President Raisi’s helicopter was attributed to a lack of spare parts due to US sanctions, highlighting the dependence of some Islamic countries on Western technology and parts.
Need for Improvement There are repeated calls for Muslims to improve in technology so they can compete with non-Muslims and avoid continuous complaints about lacking resources.
Historical Context: In the past, Europe’s children studied in Baghdad and Spain universities, which highlights a reversal from the present situation.
Vulnerability Due to Lack of Development Without advancements in science and technology, countries remain vulnerable, with sensitive information easily leaked to foreign powers.
The Quran and Science: There’s a call to avoid reciting the Quran in front of a naked foot, which is equated to talking about science and technology without understanding its meaning. This emphasizes the importance of knowledge and understanding in both religious and scientific contexts.
The importance of ground reality: There is an emphasis on practical action and ground reality rather than mere verbal statements.
Rejection of Science: Some people are portrayed as almost allergic to science, preferring to rely on unverified claims rather than scientific solutions.
The Iron Dome system is more effective than spiritual figures: The Iron Dome system’s ability to protect people is highlighted, contrasting it with reliance on spiritual figures like Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani.
Acknowledging Weakness is the First Step to Progress: Recognizing and admitting weakness in science and technology is the first step towards progress.
148_Public Q & A Session & Meeting of SUNDAY with Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza Bhai (26-May-2024)
The Original Text
السلام علیکم ورحمۃ اللہ وعلیکم السلام لا حول ولا قوۃ الا باللہ حسبنا اللہ ونعم الوکیل یا حی یا قیوم برحمتک استغفیر لا الہ الا انت سبحانک انی من الظالمین ربناک اللہم صلی علی محمد وعلی ال محمد واصحاب محمد وازواج محمد و امت محمد اجمعین الی یوم الدین امین الحمدللہ رب العالمین والصلاۃ والسلام علی سید الانبیاء والمرسلین وعلی الہ واصحابہ اجمعین الی یوم الدین الحمدللہ اج 26 مئی 2024 کو سنڈے کے دن ہمارا یہ پبلک سیشن نمبر 148 ہوگا انشاءاللہ اپ کے ریئل ٹائم کوسچنز یہ پرچیوں کی شکل میں میرے پاس ا چکے ہیں انشاءاللہ ہم انہیں بعد میں ڈسکس کریں گے پہلے چند ایک کرنٹ افیئرز ہیں اس ویک میں تو کافی سارے ہیں میں چاہ رہا ہوں ایک ایک کر کے سب کو ڈسکس کروں ان میں سب سے کریٹیکل چیز جو ہے وہ پوری امت کے لیے ایک غم کی خبر پچھلے ویک میں وہ ایران کے پریزیڈنٹ ڈاکٹر ابراہیم رئیسی رحمہ اللہ تعالی کی شہادت ہے ان سے بعض لوگوں کو پولیٹیکل اختلاف بھی ہے ظاہر ہے جو لوگ بھی حکومت میں ہوتے ہیں تو کئی ایک کمزوریاں ان کے ساتھ جڑی ہوتی ہیں کوئی انسان بھی پرفیکٹ نہیں ہوتا لیکن فی الوقت ظاہر ہے ایک بڑے اسلامک کنٹری کے وہ پریزیڈنٹ تھے اور وہ اسلامک کنٹری جس نے سب سے زیادہ بڑھ چڑھ کر فلسطین کی کاز کے لیے اواز اٹھائی اس وقت جتنا بھی پوری دنیا کے اندر اسلام دشمنوں کے خلاف جہاد کا سلسلہ جاری ہے ان ساری ایکٹیویٹیز کے پیچھے صرف ایک ملک ہے اور وہ ایران ہے رہے جو سنی تنظیمیں جہاد کر رہی ہیں وہ شیعہ کے خلاف کر رہی ہیں اپس میں دوسرے فرقوں کے خلاف کر رہی ہیں سوائے ایک ایکسیپشن کے جو افغانستان میں طالبان کو ایک جہاد کرنا پڑا امریکہ کی بدمعاشی کے خلاف شکر ہے اللہ تعالی نے اس تکلیف سے مسلمانوں کو نجات دی الحمدللہ یہ جو ڈاکٹر ابراہیم رئیسی ہیں رحمہ اللہ تعالی ان کی شہادت نہ صرف ایران کے لیے بلکہ پوری دنیا کے مسلمانوں کے لیے ایک تکلیف دہ چیز ہے کیونکہ اس پریزنٹ ورلڈ میں اس وقت سب سے زیادہ فلسطین کا مقدمہ جس شخصیت نے پوری دنیا میں لڑا وہ ڈاکٹر ابراہیم رئیسی صاحب ہی تھے پچھلے دنوں اپ کو پتہ ہے یہ پاکستان کے دورے پہ بھی ائے ہوئے تھے اور چند ایک ایگری یہاں پہ بھی ہوئے اب اللہ کرے کہ وہ معاملات اگے چلیں کیونکہ پیچھے امریکہ کی جو پابندیاں ہیں وہ ہمیشہ ہمیں ایک بلا کی طرح پیچھا کر رہی ہوتی ہیں اچھا اسی طرح سے جب قران حکیم کی بے حرمتی والا ایشو ہوا چند یورپین ممالک کے اندر اس وقت بھی جو ڈاکٹر ابراہیم رئیسی صاحب تھے رحمہ اللہ تعالی انہوں نے یو این او میں تقریر کے دوران مصف کو ہاتھ میں اٹھایا سب کے سامنے پبلکلی انہوں نے اسے [ ] اور اپنے عقیدے کا اظہار کیا اور وہ جو مصحف انہوں نے اٹھایا ہوا تھا وہ سیم یہی مصحف تھا جو سعودیہ سے پرنٹ ہوتا ہے دو کلرز میں بائنڈنگ میں بلو بائنڈنگ کے اندر اور گرین میں جو گرین والا ہے وہ عربی سٹائل میں لکھا ہوا ہوتا ہے اور جو بلو والا ہے وہ اس خط میں لکھا ہوتا ہے جو سب کانٹیننٹ کے لوگ ہم لوگ پڑھ سکتے ہیں خط نص کہہ لیں یا سلس کے اندر تو گرین والا انہوں نے اٹھایا ہوا تھا اور قران پاک سے اپنی محبت کا اظہار کیا پھر اسرائیل کی جو جاہریت ہے اس کے خلاف پوری دنیا میں اچھے طریقے سے انہوں نے مسلمان ملکوں کا بھی دورہ کیا سب سے بڑی برف پگھلی جو سعودی عرب کے ساتھ دوستی کا ہاتھ بڑھایا گیا یہ بہت بڑی بات تھی یہ بھی ان کا کریڈٹ ہے اور اللہ کرے کہ یہ معاملات اگے چلیں کیونکہ پوری دنیا کے اندر جو یہ سنی شیعہ کنفلکٹ قتل و غارت کی نوبت تک پہنچا ہوا ہے اس کے پیچھے سعودیہ اور ایران کی پروکسی وار ہے اگر یہ ایشو ایڈریس ہو جاتا ہے تو مسلمانوں کے یہ لڑائی جھگڑے والے معاملات تو ایڈریس ہو جائیں گے پاکستان میں بھی اپ دیکھ لیں ضیاء الحق ڈکٹیٹر کے دور میں جس طریقے سے شیعہ کا قتل عام ہوا اور ایسی جہادی تنظیمیں بنائی گئی جنہوں نے ٹوائلٹس میں بھی شیعہ کافر کے نعرے لکھے حالانکہ شیعہ قران کا لفظ تھا وانی ابراہیم اور بے شک نوح کے شیعہ میں سے حضرت ابراہیم بھی تھے یعنی ان کے گروہ کے لوگ لیکن لوگوں نے خیال نہیں کیا اج بھی پاکستان میں سینکڑوں نہیں ہزاروں ٹوائلٹس ایسے موجود ہیں جن میں وہ ہینڈ رائٹنگ موجود ہے شیعہ کافر کے نعرے یہ سارے کے سارے معاملات اس وقت ہوئے جب جب ضیاء الحق کی سرکردگی میں شیعہ کے خلاف یہاں پہ ایک مہم چلائی گئی اس وقت خطرہ یہ تھا کہ 1979 میں تازہ تازہ انقلاب ایا تھا ایران کے اندر اور یہ خطرہ تھا سعودیہ کو بھی امریکہ کو بھی کہ یہ انقلاب ایکسپورٹ ہوگا دوسرے مسلمان ملکوں میں اور اس میں اگر کوئی جذباتی ملک پہلے نمبر پر اتا ہے تو وہ پاکستان ہی تھا اس لیے یہاں انہوں نے شیعہ سنی فسادات شروع کروائے ورنہ پہلے یہ والے فسادات نہیں ہوا کرتے تھے پھر مشرف کا دور جب ایا تو بالکل ہماری پالیسی ڈفرنٹ ہو گئی جن لوگوں کو ہم نے شیعہ کے قتل کے لیے استعمال کیا مجاہدین کو ان کو ہم نے ٹیررسٹ ڈیکلیئر کر دیا وہ پھر پاکستانی فوج کے اوپر حملہ اور ہوئے اور پاکستان کی عوام بھی برے طریقے سے خودکش حملوں سے سے گزری پھر مجبورا ضرب عزب اور رد الفساد اور یہ سارے فوجی اپریشن چلائے گئے بہرحال کسی حد تک معاملات کو مینج کیا گیا لیکن مکمل طور پر تو یہ ایشو ایڈریس نہیں ہوا یہ کینسر تو لگ چکا ہے اس نیشن کو فرقہ وارانہ فسادات کا تو ڈاکٹر ابراہیم رئیسی رحمہ اللہ تعالی اس حوالے سے بھی بڑے ماڈریٹ تھے حیران کن بات اپ کو بتاؤں وہ مستقبل میں سپریم لیڈر بھی بننے والے تھے ایران کے جس طرح سعودی عرب میں مفتی اعظم کا درجہ ہے نا وہ تو صرف کاغذی کاروائی تک ہے اس کے پاس پاور کوئی نہیں ہے لیکن ایران کے اندر جو مفتی اعظم پلس حکومت کی طاقت بھی جس ایک بندے کے ہاتھ میں ہے وہ سپریم لیڈر ہوتا ہے ان کے پہلے سپریم لیڈر جو تھے وہ امام خمینی تھے رحمہ اللہ اور ان کی زندگی میں ہی چند سال کے لیے خامنائی صاحب ایران کے صدر رہے اس کے بعد امام خمینی نے جو اس وقت جو خامنائی صاحب ہیں ان کے سپریم لیڈر انہیں اپنے بعد نامزد کر دیا سپریم لیڈر کے طور پر پھر ان کی وفات کے بعد وہ سپریم لیڈر بن گئے بالکل اسی پیٹرن کے اوپر خامنائی صاحب کی اب اس وقت ایج الموسٹ 85 ایئرز ہو چکی ہے چکی ہے انہوں نے اپنے بعد کے لیے سپریم لیڈر انہی کو نومینیٹ کیا ہوا تھا ان کی ایج الموسٹ 64 تھی اور یہ پہلے چیف جسٹس بھی رہ چکے ہیں ایران کے مختلف اہم عہدوں کے اوپر رہ چکے ہیں اب پریزیڈنٹ کا عہدہ بھی ان کے پاس تھا تو خامنائی صاحب کا یہی ارادہ تھا کہ میں اپنے بعد انہیں نامزد کروں گا لیکن ایک انسان کی پلاننگ ہوتی ہے ایک اللہ تعالی کی پلاننگ ہوتی ہے مسلمان کا ایٹیٹیوڈ یہ ہے کہ ہر حال میں اللہ تعالی کی رضا کے اوپر راضی رہے انا للہ وانا الیہ راجعون اللہم جرنی فی مصیبتی واخلف لی خیرا منہا امین ہم دعا کرتے ہیں کہ بحیثیت انسان جو ان سے غلطیاں کوتاہیاں ہوئیں اللہ تعالی معاف فرمائے انہیں ان کے نیک کاموں کا اجر دے اور مستقبل میں بھی مسلمانوں کو اتفاق کے ساتھ اتحاد کے ساتھ رہنے کی توفیق عطا فرمائے امین اس پورے ایپیسوڈ کے اندر ایک اور حیران کن چیز جو اپ لوگوں نے شاید ابزرو نہ کی ہو ہمارے سٹوڈنٹس نے تو کی ہوگی ظاہر ہے ان کی تو تربیت ہوئی ہوئی ہے کہ وہ سارے کے سارے ترم خان وہ سارے کے سارے موٹیویشنل سپیکرز سارے کے سارے یوٹیوبرز سارے کے سارے مولویوں کے فرنٹ مین اور خود مولوی بھی اور ان کے جو فرقے کے صحافی بھی ہیں جنہوں نے ڈالرز تو بنائے ڈاکٹر ابراہیم رئیسی رحمہ اللہ کی وفات سے متعلق مختلف کوانسپریسیز پھیلا کے کہ جی امریکہ نے ڈرون کے ذریعے گرا دیا اسرائیل نے کر دیا سب کچھ جعلی خبریں ہیں وہ ٹوٹلی ایک ٹیکنیکل پرابلم کی وجہ سے گرا ہے یہ تو اب اسٹیبلش ہو چکا ہے ہمیں تو پہلے دن ہی اندازہ ہو گیا تھا لیکن اپ کو پتہ ہے کہ یہ سیدھی بات کوئی کرے یہ تو سودا کوئی نہیں لے گا جس میں کوئی اس قسم کی کہانی ہو نا وہ زیادہ چٹخارے دار سودا ہوتا ہے اور وہ بکتا ہے اس میں چند [ ] قسم کے جو مبثرین پاکستان سے بھی ہیں اپنے اپ کو ایوی ایشن کا ایکسپرٹ کہتے ہیں انہوں نے بھی اس قسم کی بکواسیات کیں اور پھر پاکستان میں ایک خاص سیاسی جماعت تو اپ کو پتہ ہے اسی کام کے لیے بیٹھی ہوئی ہے کہ اس نے اس طرح کی چیزوں کو لینا ہے اور پھر الٹیمیٹلی انہوں نے اپنا پروپیگنڈا کرنا شروع کر دینا ہے اور یہ سارے کا سارا سلسلہ شروع ہو گیا لیکن یہ سارے لوگ ڈالرز تو بناتے رہے ان کی شہادت کے اوپر کسی نے بھی ان کے لیے شہید کا لفظ نہیں بولا ایران کے مرحوم صدر میں بڑے غور سے دیکھ رہا تھا کہ یار دیکھو ان کی ہمت نہیں ہے کہ شہید کا لفظ بول دیں اور علماء تو اپ کو بالکل خاموش نظر ارہے ہیں مجھے بتائیں وہ بڑے بڑے دیوبندی اہل حدیث اور سب سے بڑھ کے جو چیمپیئن ہیں بریلوی علماء کسی ایک بڑے عالم نے بھی بائی نیم مینشن کر کے انہیں شہید لکھا اگر اپ کے علم میں ہے تو مجھے بتائیں میرے علم میں اضافہ ہوگا ایون ان کے فرنٹ مین جو ہیں ان لوگوں نے اگر کہیں اشارتا بات بھی کی تو مرحوم کہہ کے ویسے تو زیادہ تر نے تو اس کو ڈسکشن کا ٹاپک ہی نہیں بنایا وہ لوگ جنہوں نے اوڑھنا بچھونا یوٹیوب کے اوپر فلسطین کی کاز کو بنایا ہوا تھا اس معاملے میں ا کے بالکل خاموشی اختیار کر لی یا بولے بھی تو مجرمانہ طریقے سے بولے چلیں اچھا ہوا ایک جو فرقہ وارانہ ان کا گند تھا وہ لوگوں کے سامنے ا گیا جو ہم لانا چاہتے تو شاید نہ اتا لیکن اس ایپیسوڈ نے ان لوگوں کو بھی پبلک کے سامنے تو ننگا کر دیا کہ انہیں فلسطین کا کتنا زرد ہے فلسطین کی کاز کے لیے اگر کوئی ایک اسلامک کنٹری ہے نا جو دلیری کے ساتھ کھڑا ہوا ہے تو وہ ایران ہے رہا بیان بازی تو وہ ترکیے بھی کر رہا ہے پاکستان نے بھی کچھ بیان دے دیے لیکن پریکٹیکلی اگر کوئی اسرائیل کے خلاف مجاہدین کی واقعی مدد کر کرتا ہے تو وہ ایران ہے باقی صرف زبانی کلامی باتیں ہی کرتے ہیں لیکن یہ بھی ایک حقیقت ہے کہ ٹیکنالوجی میں یورپ امریکہ اسرائیل مسلمانوں سے اتنے اگے ہیں کہ کوئی بھی مسلمان ملک ان کے ساتھ پرماننٹلی جنگ چھیڑنے والا رسک نہیں لے سکتا حقیقت بات ہے یہی وجہ ہے کہ ایران نے بھی سامنے ا کے اس طریقے سے جنگ نہیں چھیڑی وہ ایک بیچ میں اٹیک جو انہوں نے کیا تھا وہ بھی ان کو ایک جواز مل گیا تھا چونکہ ان کی ایمبیسی کے اوپر حملہ ہوا تھا اگرچہ وہ ایران کے اندر ایمبیسی نہیں تھی ایک دوسرے ملک میں تھی لیکن ایمبیسی پر حملہ اس ملک پہ حملہ تصور کیا جاتا ہے اسی لیے انہوں نے اس کا بدلہ لیا اور قانونا انہوں نے جو ایکٹیوٹی پرفارم کی وہ بالکل درست تھی لیکن اپ دیکھ لیں اسرائیل کا جو ائرن ڈوم سسٹم ہے وہ کتنا سٹرانگ ہے کہ اس نے وہ سارے کے سارے حملے روکے اور اس میں ان کا یقینا ایک ڈیڑھ ارب ڈالر کا نقصان ہوا لیکن ان کے لیے نقصان کچھ بھی نہیں وہ امریکہ ان کو صرف اس ایک جنگ کے لیے کوئی چالیس 50 ارب ڈالر دے چکا ہے اور سالانہ بھی کئی ارب ڈالر کی ان کی مدد کرتا ہے انہیں کوئی فرق نہیں پڑتا لیکن انہوں نے ایک دفعہ پوری دنیا کو اپنی طاقت دکھا دی ہے کہ ہمارا ڈیفنس کا سسٹم کتنا سٹرانگ ہے اور وہ بھولے بھالے مسلمان سپیکرز جو یہ سمجھتے ہیں کہ ہم ڈنڈوں کے ذریعے جا کے یوروشلم کو فتح کر سکتے ہیں ہیں انہیں بھی پتہ چل گیا کہ ہم زیادہ سے زیادہ کیا کر سکتے ہیں یہی کر سکتے تھے اس سے زیادہ کچھ نہیں کر سکتے اور جب کوئی ہمارے جیسا سمجھدار کوئی سائنس کا سٹوڈنٹ کوئی پڑھا لکھا بندہ سمجھانے کی کوشش کرتا ہے تو وہ کہتے ہیں یہ یہود و نصاری کا ایجنٹ ہے یہ ان کی تعریفیں کرتا ہے یار اگر اس طریقے سے اپ کسی کی بات کو اؤٹ اف کنٹیکسٹ کاٹیں گے تو قران حکیم میں بھی اس اس طرح کی کئی ایگزیمپلز موجود ہیں جن کے ذریعے اپ قران پاک کو بھی تختہ مشق بنا سکتے ہیں مثلا قران حکیم میں اللہ تعالی نے سورۃ المائدہ میں کرسچنز کی تعریف کی ہے کہ تم قربت کے اعتبار سے سب سے زیادہ کرسچنز کو اپنے قریب پاؤ گے کیونکہ ان میں قسین اور رہبان ہیں یہ بڑے نرم دل لوگ ہیں ایز کمپیر ٹو جیوز کے اور بت پرستوں کے اب قران حکیم سے کوئی اللہ تعالی کا یہ کلپ کاٹے اور کہے کہ دیکھیں اللہ تعالی تو کرسچنز کی تعریفیں کر رہا ہے اور قران نعوذ باللہ یہود و نصاری کا ایجنٹ ہو گیا ہے نہیں وہی قران اپ کو یہ بھی بتا رہا ہے کہ اسلام کے دفاع کے پوائنٹ اف ویو سے یہود و نصاری کو اپ نے اپنا دوست نہیں بنانا وہ بھی سورۃ المائدہ میں ذکر ہوا اب بالکل 180 ڈگری سٹیٹمنٹس ہیں کلپ کٹ سکتا ہے قران حکیم کو یہود و نصاری کا دوست بھی بتایا جا سکتا ہے سپیسیفکلی کرسچنز کا اور اس اعتبار سے بھی کہ وہ کہتا ہے کہ ان سے اپ نے دوستی کی پینگیں بھی نہیں بڑھانی اور ظاہر ہے وہ بھی ایک خاص کنٹیکسٹ میں ہے اوور ال تو دنیاوی معاملات تو اپ کر سکتے ہیں یعنی جس میں مسلمانوں کا راز لیک ہو کو ادروائز اگر یہ خاص کنٹیکسٹ نہ ہو تو جیوز اور کرسچنز کی عورتوں کے ساتھ سورۃ المائدہ ہی میں اللہ تعالی نے اجازت دی ہے کہ اپ نکاح بھی کر سکتے ہیں اب بیوی سے زیادہ تو انسان کے کوئی قریب نہیں ہوتا تو ہر چیز کو اس کے کانٹیکسٹ میں سمجھنا ہوتا ہے اگر اس طریقے سے اپ قران سے کلپ کاٹنے شروع کر دیں تو اپ انجینئر صاحب کو تو چھوڑ دیں قران حکیم کے اوپر بھی کرسچنز کی طرفداری کا جو جھوٹا مقدمہ قائم کر سکتے ہیں نعوذ باللہ اسی طریقے سے قران حکیم میں اللہ تعالی نے رسول اللہ صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم کے حوالے سے فرمایا اللہ بے شک اے نبی جس سے تم محبت کرتے ہو اسے ہدایت نہیں دے سکتے اللہ تعالی جسے چاہتا ہے ہدایت دیتا ہے اور اسے بہتر معلوم ہے کہ کسے ہدایت دینی ہے اب یہ واضح الفاظ ہیں انک لا تحدی اے نبی بے شک اپ ہدایت نہیں دے سکتے لا تحدی اب یہ کلپ کوئی کاٹے اور کہے کہ اللہ تعالی تو کہہ رہا ہے کہ نبی ہدایت نہیں دیتے اور پھر اگے ایک موٹیویشنل سپیکر اس کو لے اس میں مزید چیز ایڈ کرے کہ نبی جو ہے وہ چونکہ ہدایت نہیں دیتے اس لیے نبی کی پیروی کرنے میں کوئی ہدایت نہیں ہے اور نعوذ باللہ کوئی زیادہ اگے گیا تو وہ گمراہی کا فتوی بھی لگا دے تو ہم اسے کہیں گے اپنی عقل کا علاج کرواؤ بات اس طرح ہی رپورٹ ہوئی ہے جیسے تم کہہ رہے ہو لیکن جو تم رزلٹ نکال رہے ہو یہ اس کنٹیکسٹ میں بات نہیں ہے کیوں سورہ عاشورہ میں اللہ تعالی نے فرمایا سورۃ القصص میں ایا انک لا تحدی سورہ عشورہ میں ایا انکدی صراط مستقیم بے شک اے محبوب تم ضرور بالضرور ہدایت دیتے ہو لوگوں کو لوگوں کی رہنمائی کرتے ہو صراط مستقیم کی طرف وہاں تھا لا تحدی بے شک تم ہدایت نہیں دے سکتے اور یہاں تو اپ دیکھیں انک لا تحدی بے شک لا تحدید ضرور بالضرور تم ہدایت دیتے ہو تھا نہیں ہدایت دیتے یہاں ایا ہدایت دیتے ہو اب بالکل 180 ڈگری سٹیٹمنٹس ہیں لیکن دونوں سٹیٹمنٹس درست ہیں نبی علیہ السلام کسی ایسے شخص کو ہدایت نہیں دے سکتے جو گمراہی پر تلا ہوا ہے ہدایت قبول نہیں کرنا چاہتا رسول اللہ کسی کی قسمت نہیں بدل سکتے صرف بلا سکتے ہیں ہدایت کی طرف اس لیے کہا گیا نبی جس سے تم محبت کرتے ہو اسے ہدایت نہیں دے سکتے یعنی ابو لہب اپ کا چچا تھا چچا باپ کی جگہ ہوتا ہے صحیح مسلم کی حدیث ہے حضور حضور کی کبھی خواہش نہیں تھی کہ وہ جہنم میں جاتا اپ نے پوری کوشش کی لیکن چلا گیا جہنم میں اس کے خلاف پوری سورت نازل ہوگئی تبتیب نبی علیہ السلام کی خواہش نہیں تھی کہ وہ جہنم میں جاتا اچھا اب یہ جو ایا کہ اپ ہدایت کی طرف بلاتے ہیں انکدی صراط مستقیم بے شک ضرور بالضرور اپ لوگوں کو ہدایت دیتے ہیں یہاں ہدایت سے مراد ہے ہدایت کی دعوت دیتے ہیں تقدیر نہیں کسی کی بدل سکتے جب تک کہ کوئی شخص خود ہدایت قبول نہ کرنا چاہے لہذا 180 ڈگری سٹیٹمنٹس قران میں بھی بیک بک درست ہو سکتی ہیں جب اپ ان کو سمجھیں گے انک لا تحدی بے شک تم ہدایت نہیں دیتے انکل تحدی بے شک تم ضرور بالضرور ہدایت دیتے ہو اب مجھے بتائیں اگر اللہ تعالی کا کوئی کلپ کاٹے تو اس میں سے کیا رزلٹ نکالے گا یہ کچھ کرتے ہیں میرے ساتھ اور پھر ہمارے بھولے بھالے سٹوڈنٹس بھی ہیں جی علی بھائی سے ہم اس معاملے میں اختلاف کرتے ہیں اور نہ تو اختلاف کر [موسیقی] دیو بات سن تو لو میرے بھائی کیا بات ہو رہی ہے ہم محاورتا کوئی بات کر رہے ہوتے ہیں کچھ باتیں ٹونٹ کے طور پہ ہو رہی ہوتی ہیں بعض باتیں الزامی جواب کے طور پہ ہو رہی ہوتی ہیں ان کو ان کے کنٹیکسٹ میں سمجھنا ہوتا ہے کلپ نہیں کاٹنا ہوتا ورنہ تو اپ قران سے بھی اللہ کے کلپ کے ہاتھ سے سٹتے ہیں تو یہ روش نہیں بالکل ہونی چاہیے اللہ سے ڈرنا چاہیے ایک مسلمان کے اوپر اس طریقے سے فتوے لگانا یہ بے شرمی ہے اور یہ فتوے لوٹ جاتے ہیں ہم عموما اپنی گفتگو میں بھی کہتے ہیں کہ اللہ کے فضل سے پاکستانی قوم کا تو یہ حال ہے یعنی پاکستانی قوم کی کسی برائی کا ذکر کرتے ہیں جس طرح ایک بڑی برائی جو کے اندر ا چکی ہے قانون کو ہاتھ میں لینا اور جس پہ چاہے توہین مذہب کا الزام لگا کے چڑھ دوڑنا تو یہ جو ہم مثال دے رہے ہوتے ہیں نا کہ اللہ کے فضل سے پاکستانی قوم کا یہ حال ہے تو بیسیکلی تو یہ ہم غلط جملہ بول رہے ہوتے ہیں کہنا چاہیے اللہ کے غضب سے فضل سے تو نہیں لیکن کیا کبھی کسی کا کلپ اس طریقے سے کاٹا گیا ہے کہ دیکھو یہ کہہ رہا ہے کہ یہ اللہ کا فضل ہے جو پاکستانی قوم توہین مذہب کا الزام لگا کے لوگوں کو خود سے قتل کر دیتی ہے اور ناحق الزام لگاتی ہے اور اس میں سے اکثر لوگ جو ہیں وہ بیچارے اس جرم کا شکار بھی نہیں ہوتے اس حوالے سے انہوں نے وہ جرم بھی نہیں کیا ہوتا ہم کیا بولتے ہیں اللہ کے فضل سے حالانکہ وہ بولنا چاہیے اللہ کے غضب سے تو یہ محاورتا ایک بات ہو رہی ہوتی ہے اس کے اوپر کوئی کلپ نہیں کٹتا کسی کا اسی طریقے سے پولیٹیکل جماعتوں کے لیے کئی اینکرز یوز کرتے ہیں جی یہ تو نواز شریف صاحب کے خاص حواری ہیں یہ عمران خان صاحب کے خاص حواری ہیں اب حواری کی ٹرم جو قران میں ائی ہے وہ عیسی ابن مریم کے صحابہ کے لیے ائی ہے قال الحواری نحن انصار اللہ لیکن کبھی کسی نے کسی اینکر کا کوئی کلپ کاٹا ہے کہ تم نے حضرت عیسی کہہ دیا ہے نواز شریف کو یا عمران خان کو اور جو اس کے ساتھی ہیں ان کو تم نے حواری کہہ دیا ہے کوئی کہتا ہے اس طرح اسی طریقے سے کسی کی جگری دوستی کو پریزنٹ کرنے کے لیے اردو میں محاورتا کیا بولا جاتا ہے فلاں فلاں کا یار غار ہے تو کیا نعوذ باللہ ہمیں کبھی یہ وہاں بھی اتا ہے کہ یہ جو پہلا فلاں ہے اس سے مراد رسول اللہ کی ذات لی جا رہی ہے اور دوسرے فلاں سے مراد حضرت ابوبکر ہے نہیں اوریجنلی تو یہی مثال ہے لیکن جب ہم دنیا میں کسی کے لیے یہ مثال دیتے ہیں تو ہم نہ اس کو رسول اللہ کے درجے پہ بٹھا رہے ہوتے ہیں اور نہ دوسرے شخص کو حضرت ابوبکر کے درجے پہ مثالیں اسی طرح دی جاتی ہیں اب ہم کوئی ٹرم کے طور پر کوئی بات کرتے ہیں اسے پکڑ کے اس طرح مثال بنانا میں نے ایک بات کی کہ یار اس وقت ورلڈ پولیٹکس کے جو پنجتن پاک ہیں نا وہ پانچ بڑی طاقتیں ہیں جنہوں نے ورلڈ وار ٹو جیتی ہوئی ہے وہی ڈیسائیڈ کرتے ہیں کہ دنیا میں کون سی حکومت ان کے لیے فائدہ مند ہے اور کون سی نہیں ہے نمبر ون امریکہ دوسرے نمبر پہ گریٹ برٹن تیسرے پہ پھر فرانس یہ تین جو ہیں ایک امریکن پاور اور دو یورپین اور باقی کی دو جو ہیں وہ ہماری ایشین پاورز ہیں رشیا اور چائنہ ایک شیعہ عالم نے میرے خلاف کلپ ریکارڈ کرایا کہ دیکھیں جی انہوں نے پنجتن پاک ان کو کہہ دیا ہے پھر اس نے اس پہ اکتفا نہیں کیا اس نے کہا اپ نے پنجتن پاک تو بتایا اپ بتائیں کہ سیاست کے رسول کون سے ہیں اور سیاست کا اللہ کونسا ہے یہ لوگوں کی سمجھداری ہے انہوں نے دنیا میں ترقی کرنی ہے اسی طریقے سے پیٹیں گے یہ لوگ جن لوگوں کی سمجھداری ٹوٹل اتنی ہے ایک اور موٹیویشنل سپیکر اٹھا ایک دفعہ بات کی اسے اپروچ کیا کہ بھائی یہ اس طرح بات نہیں ہوئی تھی اس نے کہا یار میں نے کلپ نہیں دیکھا تھا مجھے کسی نے علی بھائی کا چھوٹا سا کلپ کاٹ کے بھیجا تھا چلیں ٹھیک ہے اب میں یہ نہیں کہوں گا پھر ایک جگہ بیٹھا یہی بات کی پھر ایک ایک جگہ بیٹھا وہی بات کی بے شرمی کے ساتھ صرف ویوز لینے کے لیے اور صرف بات نہیں کی بلکہ کہا کہ انجینئر صاحب کی توبہ بھی قبول نہیں ہوگی پیغمبر سے بھی اگلی اس نے کوئی اپنی نا ایک مسند بنا لی یعنی شرم نہیں اتی توبہ بھی قبول نہیں ہوگی اور کہا کہ یہ کافر ہو چکا ہے اسلام سے خارج ہو چکا ہے یہ دو باتیں کیں اور جب اپروچ کی تو کہتا ہے نہیں مجھے کسی نے کلپ دکھایا تھا میں نے کہا ٹھیک ہے میں اگنور کرتا ہوں پھر اگلی ایک پاڈکاسٹ میں بیٹھا پھر وہی [ __ ] کر دی یعنی ان بے شرموں کو یہ شرم نہیں اتی کہ تم چند جملے بول کے سائیڈ پہ ہو جاتے ہو کسی کی لائف کو ورنیبل کر دیتے ہو سب سے زیادہ میری ویڈیوز دیکھی گئی ہیں اسرائیل کے خلاف پورا نیریٹو میں نے دیا ہے تم لوگ تو اے سی والے کمروں میں بیٹھ کے تو کوئی دو چار جملے یاد کر کے تو وہی بار بار ریپیٹ کرتے ہو ہر جگہ وہی باتیں ریپیٹ کرتے ہو میں نے پورا 12 پوائنٹس کا نیریٹو دیا پھر دجال کے اوپر پوری تفصیلی ویڈیو کہانیاں نہیں قران و حدیث سے تم لوگ تو اٹکل پچو چلاتے ہو نا جو نہ قران میں لکھا ہوا ہے نہ حدیث میں اپنی طرف سے ہی بونگیاں بنا کے تو لوگوں کو بتاتے رہتے ہو اور دین بنا کے پیش کرتے ہو چار کنزیکٹو ویڈیوز میری ائیں سات اکتوبر کو جب یہ سارا معاملہ شروع ہوا 2023 ملینز اف پیپل نے وہ ویڈیوز دیکھیں میرا پورا ایک ٹریک ریکارڈ تھا مجھے کہنا ہے کہ میں یہود و نصاری کا ایجنٹ ہوں پھر یہ ابھی جو تازہ پاڈکاسٹ ریکارڈ ہوئی نا وہ جس اینکر نے کی میں نے اس کو فون کیا اب ظاہر ہے اس کے ساتھ میرا بھی ایک تعلق ہے میں نام نہیں لیتا احترام میں نے کہا یار تم نے یہ کیا حرکت کی ہے کم از کم پونا گھنٹہ میری اس سے بات ہوئی فون پہ میں نے کہا مجھے ایمانداری سے بتاؤ تم نے وہ کلپ دیکھا ہے میرا ائرن ڈوم والا کہتا ہے جی کلپ نہیں دیکھا میں نے تو سنا تھا میں نے کہا تمہیں پھر یہ زیب ہی نہیں دیتا تھا تم جتنے کانفیڈنس سے ماشاءاللہ بیٹھ کے وہاں سوال کر رہے ہو کہ ہمارا ایمان بھی شرمندہ ہو رہا ہے تمہارے سامنے کہ یہ کوئی ہم سے بڑا مومن ہے جب تم نے چیز دیکھی نہیں ہے اور دوسرا اگر دیکھ لی تو پہلے مجھ سے پوچھتے نا میرے بارے میں رائے قائم کی ہے تو مجھے فون کرو میں تو ایک فون کال پہ اویلیبل ہوں تمہارے سامنے اور تم نے بیٹھ کے یہ سوال کیا نہیں جی میں وہ کٹنگ کروا دیتا ہوں اپنی پاڈکاسٹ میں میں نے کہا میں نے اس کے لیے تو اپ کو کہا ہی نہیں ہے وہ میرے خلاف جو گالیاں بھی اپ لوڈ کیے ہیں میں نے کبھی وہ نہیں کہا کہ وہ اپ ڈیلیٹ کریں صرف تمہیں بتا رہا ہوں کہ تم نے اپنی اخرت برباد کی ہے جھوٹا الزام لگا کے اور قیامت والے دن تم دونوں کا گریبان میں پکڑوں گا معافی نہیں ہوگی تمہارے لیے یہ تکفیری سوچ ہے تمہارے اندر خیر اس نے کہا جی اپ کے میں نے کہا میں نے کیوں کہنا ہے میں نے یہ کہنا ہے کہ ڈیلیٹ نہ کرو تاکہ تم لوگوں کی اصلیت لوگوں کو پتہ چلے خیر اس نے ڈر کے معنی اس میں سے نا کٹنگ کر دیا ان لائن چلیں اپ کو پتہ بھی چل جائے لگا کہ وہ کٹنگ کیوں ہوئی تھی وہ اس نے خود کی میں نے اس کو اخری وقت تک منع کیا میں نے کہا کٹنگ نہیں کرنی ورنہ تم لوگوں کی اصلیت کیسے لوگوں کو پتہ چلے گی اور میں نے اسے فون پہ کہا کہ میں اس کی کلیریفیکیشن بھی نہیں دوں گا ہمارے سٹوڈنٹس کو پتہ ہے ارے دو چار سر پھیرے لوگ ان کو تو پیغمبر بھی ہدایت نہیں دے سکتا ہم نے کہاں سے دینی ہے ہم تو صرف دعوت دیتے ہیں لیکن وہ ڈیلیٹ ہوئی پھر ایک خبر بنی پھر وہ پہلے سے ہی کسی نے ڈاؤن لوڈ کر کے رکھی ہوئی تھی اس نے اور چینل سے چڑھائی پھر خبر بنی وہ تماشہ ہی بن گیا پھر مجھے اج بائی چانس خیال ایا میں نے کہا اج موقع ہے میں ریبٹل کر دوں پھر کچھ شیعہ علماء کچھ سنیوں میں گھسے ہوئے شیعہ علماء مفتی حضرات انہوں نے بھی ایک ایک کر کے کلپ میرے خلاف بنانا شروع کر دیا حالانکہ یہ علماء وہ ہیں جو خود تکفیر کے ڈسے ہوئے ہیں اور مجھے کہتے ہیں کہ یہ کافر ہو گیا اسلام سے نکل گیا بے شرمی کی انتہا ہے بات کیا تھی انہوں نے کیا بنا دی یہ تو اللہ تعالی کا بھی کلپ کاٹنا شروع کر دیں گے وہ مجھ سے لائیو سیشن میں ایک بندہ یوروشلم سے بیت المقدس سے کال کر کے لائیو سیشن میں لائیو پوچھ رہا ہے کوئسچن انسر سیشن ہو رہا ہے اور اس نے ذکر کیا کہ جی میں یو این او کی طرف سے یہاں پہ ڈیوٹی پہ ایا ہوا ہوں میں نے کہا بڑی اچھی بات کس لئے تو انہوں نے کہا یہاں پہ جو پناہ گزین ہیں ہیں ان کے کھانے پینے کا بندوبست کرنے کے لیے میں نے کہا یہاں تو لوگ کہتے ہیں کہ جی یہ تو مسلمانوں کو قتل کر رہے ہیں چلیں اچھے لوگ بھی موجود ہیں جو مسلمانوں کو ہیلپ اؤٹ کر رہے ہیں اس نے کہا ہاں ہم یو این او کی طرف سے ائے ہوئے ہیں کسی مسلمان ملک کی طرف سے تو نہیں ائے میں یو این او کا ملازم ہوں پھر اس نے کئی اور باتیں کیں جو پھر فلسطینیوں کے لیے اسرائیل اپنے حق میں استعمال کر سکتا ہے وہ میں نے پھر اس میں سے ڈیلیٹ کروا دیں وہ بڑی حیران کن باتیں تھیں مسلمانوں کی فیور میں میں نے کہا یہ اگر انہوں نے سن لی نا تو پھر ہو سکتا ہے یو این او کے اوپر بھی پابندی لگا دیں وہ میں نے اسی وقت ڈیلیٹ کروا دی اتنا پورشن تو میں نے کہا یار وہ ایران کے ڈرون ائے تھے کیا بنا وہ کہتا ہے جی پانچ منٹ کے لیے سائرن بجے تھے یہاں پہ پھر سب چیز نارمل ہو گئی میں نے کہا کیوں اس نے کہا جی ائرن ڈرون سسٹم اس نے وہ سارے ڈرون گرا دیے تو میں میں نے کہا اگر وہ نیچے ا کے گرتے ہیں کہتا ہے ہم پہ بھی گر سکتے تھے اچھا یہ بعض جو ٹیکنیکل لوگ ہیں نا وہ کہتے ہیں کہ جی وہ اگر ٹارگٹ کے اوپر ڈرون نہ نہ جائے تو وہ خود بخود فضا میں پھٹ جاتا ہے یار یہ باتیں ہمیں بتاؤ گے پاکستان کی جو ڈرون ٹیکنالوجی ہے میں وہاں پندرہ سال جاب کرتا رہا ہوں مجھے پتہ ہے کہ کیا صورتحال ہوتی ہے دنیا میں ٹاپ پہ اس وقت امریکہ ہے اس کے ڈرون بھی ا کے بلوچستان میں گرے ہیں ایرر کسی وقت بھی ا سکتا ہے یہ ضروری نہیں ہوتا کہ اس نے پھٹ جانا ہے اگر امریکہ کے ڈرون جو ہیں نا ان کے ساتھ یہ مسئلہ ہو سکتا ہے نا تو باقیوں کے تو ڈرون شاہ ہی کوئی نہیں ظاہر ہے ایک الیکٹرانک ڈیوائس اس کے اندر لگی ہوئی ہے ایرر تو ا سکتا ہے عین ممکن ہے گر سکتے تھے تو میں نے اس سے کہا ازرائے تفن نے یہ بات کی میں نے کہا اس کا مطلب ہے کہ ائرن ڈوم سسٹم نے صرف یہودیوں کی حفاظت نہیں کی ہے تم جو مسلمان وہاں پہ ہو ان کی بھی حفاظت کی ہے باقی ائرن ڈوم صرف ائرن ڈوم نہیں ہے ان کے پاس ملٹی لیئرڈ ڈیفنسو سسٹم ہے جی جی صرف ائرن ڈوم ہی جو ہے وہ اس کا مطلب ہے کہ میں دلیری سے یہ کہہ سکتا ہوں کہ اپ کی حفاظت شیخ عبدالقادر جیلانی نے نہیں کی ہے بلکہ ائرن ڈوم سسٹم نے کی ہے ایسی بات ہے بالکل ایسی بات ہے ماشاءاللہ اپ کو نئی زندگی مبارک ہو ائرن حضرت ائرن ڈوم سسٹم حافظہ اللہ تعالی کی برکت سے اپ کو نئی زندگی مبارک ہو جی جی ائرن ڈوم کے کارنامہ یہ بھی ہوا ہے کہ جو کچھ میں فزائل ایران کے جو ہیں وہ مغربی کنارے میں بھی گرے ہیں اور ادھر ہمارے فلسطینی بھائی بھی ہیں تو ان کی بھی بچت ہو گئی ہے الحمدللہ ان کو بھی نقصان ہمارے فلسطینی بھائیوں کی بچت کسی شیخ عبدالقادر جیلانی نے یا کسی مسلمانوں کی فوج نے نہیں کی ہے بلکہ ائرن ڈوم سسٹم نے کی ہے اور یہ جو ڈرون ائے تھے یہ اس پہ ڈوم اف دی راک پہ بھی گر سکتے تھے کیونکہ انہوں نے تو جب انا ہے یہاں پہ تو وہ تو چھوڑ دیے انہوں نے تو اس کا مطلب ہے کی حفاظت جو ہے وہ ائرن ڈوم سسٹم نے کی ہے بالکل ایسے ہی اگر اپ دیکھیں تو جو اہ مسجد اقصی جہاں وہ موجود ہے ڈوم اف دراق اس کے بیک گراؤنڈ میں ہم دیکھ دیکھ دیکھ سکتے ہیں انٹرسیپشن کی گئی ہیں ادھر اوپر بھی گر سکتے ہیں ویڈیوز میں نے دیکھی ہیں وہ جو ہمارے شیخ عبدالقادر جیلانی اور ان کے ماننے والوں نے جو وہ مزائل چلا کے اس کی حفاظت کی ہے وہ میں نے دیکھی ہے لائیو دیکھی ہے جی ہاں جی ایسے ہی ہے بالکل اب اس کا اس سے تعلق تھا کہ میں کہہ رہا ہوں کہ اسرائیل جو ہے فلسطین کے اوپر جو ظلم کر رہا ہے وہ صحیح کر رہا ہے ان ظالم کے بچوں نے ان ظالموں نے میرے کلپ کو اس طرح پریزنٹ کیا اور میں ان کو معاف نہیں کروں گا اور اپنے سٹوڈنٹس کو بھی معاف نہیں کروں گا جو ان کے ہتھے چڑھے ہیں انہوں نے میری بات نہیں سنی ان کا کلپ کٹا ہوا سنا اور پھر اس میں میں نے ٹونٹ کے طور پہ کہا یہ بزرگ بابے کدھر چلے گئے ہیں وہ کیوں نہیں مسلمانوں کی حفاظت کرتے ا کے کدھر گئے وقت کے غوث اربدال میں نے کہا وہ تو نظر نہیں ا رہے ائرن ڈوم حافظہ اللہ جو ہے اس نے حفاظت کی ہے یہ میں نے ایک بزرگ بابوں کے اگینسٹ کہ ایک غوث پاک اور یہ یہ اسی طریقے سے حافظہ اللہ بولا ہے جس طرح ہم کہتے ہیں اللہ کے فضل سے یہ ہو گیا انہوں نے کہا انہوں نے کہا ہے کہ اللہ تعالی قائم و دائم رکھے ائرن ڈوم کو اور یہ تعریفیں کی ہیں اور کہا ہے جی کمال ہے یہ اور یہ اس نے مجھ سے بات کی کہ اگر یہ سسٹم نہ ہوتا تو کچھ مسلمانوں کے اوپر بھی یہ ڈرون گر سکتے تھے اور اس موٹیویشنل سپیکر نے کہا کہ انجینئر صاحب یہ کہہ رہے ہیں کہ ائرن ڈوم سسٹم مسلمانوں کی حفاظت کر رہا ہے وہاں ہمارے بچے قتل ہو رہے ہیں اور یہ اس کو حافظہ اللہ کہہ رہا ہے جھوٹوں پہ اللہ کی لعنت تم لوگوں کا حشر جھوٹوں کے ساتھ ہو جو ایک مسلمان کے اوپر جھوٹا الزام لگاتے ہو صرف اپنے چند ڈالرز کی خاطر فہم حاصل کرنے کے لیے بے شرمو اور کلپ کارٹ کاٹ کے جس کا بھی دل کر رہا ہے نا وہ اسے اپلوڈ کر کے تو اس طریقے سے وہ پوری بات سنو کیا ہوئی ہے اس طرح تو قران سے بھی ہم کلپ میں نے اپ کو مثالیں دیں کہ کاٹے جا سکتا ہے یہ بات ہی کچھ اور ہو رہی تھی اور اس میں شیعہ علماء کو بھی موقع ملا اور مجھے وہابیوں کے کھاتے میں ڈالنا شروع کر دیا کہ جی وہابی بھی ایران کے خلاف ہیں انجینئر صاحب بھی ایران کے خلاف ہیں میں تو بات ہی کچھ اور کر رہا تھا میں نے یہ بات کی ایران اتنا ہی کر سکتا تھا ایران جنگ نہیں کر سکتا نہ پاکستان کر سکتا ہے ہمارے پاس اتنی ٹیکنالوجی نہیں سیدھی سی بات ہے اور یہ اپ کو موٹیویشنل سپیکر یہ اینکرز پاڈکاسٹ میں بیٹھ کے بتاتے ہیں کہ جی وہ ابراہیم علیہ السلام کے لیے جو ہے نا وہ اگ کو ٹھنڈا کرنے کے لیے ایک کبوتر جو ہے وہ چونچ میں پانی لے کے ا رہا تھا تو کبوتروں جاؤ یوروشلم مثالیں وہ دے رہے ہو اے سی والے کمروں میں بیٹھ کے میرے اوپر کفر کے فتوے لگا رہے ہو ڈالرز کما رہے ہو ادھر کیا کر رہے ہو جاؤ یورپ چلو بنو کبوتر تمہارا غائبانہ نماز جنازہ ہم یہاں سے پڑھیں جاتے ہیں کوئی نہیں ہو اور میرے اوپر الزام لگا رہے ہیں یہود و نصاری کا ایجنٹ ہونے کا یہ اپ نے دوغلی پالیسی دیکھی ہے یہاں تو ہو نا وہاں چلے جائیں وہاں جا کے وی لاگ بنائیں یہ پاڈکاسٹ یوروشلم میں ریکارڈ کر رہے ہوں کہ جینی صاحب ہم یہاں بیٹھے ہیں دیکھیں شہادت کے لیے ا گئے ہیں کہانیاں سنیں جی ہم شہید ہونے کے لیے تیار ہیں او بھائی یہاں تو اپ نے کبھی بھی نہیں شہید ہونا شہید ہونے کے لیے وہاں جاؤ وہ جی انجینئر صاحب نے روکا ہوا ہے میں نے نہیں روکا ہوا نہ اپ کا ویزہ لگنے سے میں نے گورنمنٹ کو کوئی منع کیا ہوا ہے میں تو اپ کو گراؤنڈ ریلیٹی بتا رہا ہوں اج دیکھ لیں ایران نے بھی مان لیا ہے پوری دنیا کے سامنے ایران والے کیا رونا رو رہے ہیں میں نے تو گن پوائنٹ پہ ایران والوں کو نہیں کہا نا کہ یہ رونا رو بالکل ٹھیک رو رہے ہیں انہوں نے کہا کہ پچھلے 40 سال سے امریکہ نے ایران کے اوپر پابندیاں لگائی ہوئی ہیں ہمیں سپیئر پارٹس نہیں ملتے ظاہر ہے غوث پاک نے تو نہیں ہیلی کاپٹر بنایا ہوا جی اجمیر شریف والوں نے تو نہیں ڈرون شریف بنایا ہوا انہوں نے بنایا ہوا ہے نا وہ پارٹس دیں گے اور تمہاری اوقات یہ ہے کہ وہ پارٹس نہ دیں تو تمہارے ہیلی کاپٹر گر جاتے ہیں تم لوگوں نے جنگ لڑنی ہے ان کے ساتھ جب تک کہ اپنے اپ کو مضبوط نہیں کرتے ہو تو وہ رونا رو رہے ہیں ہر فورم کے اوپر کہ انہوں نے 40 سال سے ہمارے پارٹس روکے ہوئے ہیں اور اپ کو پتہ ہے ان 40 سالوں میں ایوی ایشن کی ہسٹری کے سب سے زیادہ لوگ اگر مرے ہیں نا تو ایران میں مرے ہیں دو ہزار سے زیادہ لوگ حالانکہ دنیا کا محفوظ ترین سفر ہے ایوی ایشن کا دو ہزار لوگ شہید ہو چکے ہیں پچھلے 40 سالوں میں کتنے حادثے ہوئے ہیں ہوائی جہاز کے صرف اس وجہ سے کہ ان کے پاس سپیئر پارٹس نہیں ہیں وہ بیچارے خود ہی جس کو کہتے ہیں نا تھوکیچ پکوڑے تلنا وہ کر لیتے ہیں یہ ہیلی کاپٹر بھی اسی وجہ سے گرا یہ 40 سال پرانا ہیلی کاپٹر تھا یہ اج کی ٹیکنالوجی نہیں تھی اس میں فنی خراب ا گئی شروع میں تو بڑا پروپیگنڈا ہوتا رہا اب شکر الحمدللہ ٹیکنیکلی بھی ہمیں اسی وقت بھی اندازہ ہو گیا تھا اس کے جو باقیات دیکھ کے کہ بھئی یہ گرایا نہیں ہے یہ گھرا ہے اور اب تو ایران نے بھی افیشلی ورنہ وہ کوئی موقع نہ جانے دیتے فورا اسرائیل کو وہ لے لیتے اپنے نیزے کی نوک پہ لیکن وہ ٹیکنیکل خرابی کی وجہ سے گرا ہے نہیں ہے ہمارے پاس سپیئر پارٹس کیا کریں اندھا بھی گریں گے جہاز اسی طریقے سے باقی یہ ضرور ہے کہ ہیلی کاپٹر میں اس طرح کا سفر ایک اہم شخصیت کو کروانا خطرے سے خالی نہیں ہوتا اس سے بہتر تھا کوئی بوئنگ یا ایئر بس کی فلائٹ یوز کی جاتی ہے ایک بڑی پرسنیلٹی سفر کر رہی ہے بہرحال وہ تین ہیلی کاپٹر تھے سینٹر میں یہ تھا ایک اگے تھا ایک پیچھے تھا راستے میں موسم خراب ہوا ایک ایک چیز کی ریکارڈنگ ا گئی ہے تو اس کے پائلٹ نے کہا کہ بھئی تھوڑی سی ہم اپنی پرواز کو بلند کر لیتے ہیں تاکہ بادلوں سے اوپر چلے جائیں اور اس کے بعد سلسلہ منقطع ہو گیا اور کچھ یوٹیوبرز بتا رہے ہوتے ہیں اپ کو کہ جی وہ باقی دو جہاز کیسے سلامت ا گئے ان کو چاہیے تھا وہاں رکتے ہو بھئی رکے ہیں اپ کو پتہ ہی کوئی نہیں ہے اپنی طرف سے تھیوریاں بناتے ہو ایک ہیلی کاپٹر وہاں تانبے کی جو ایک تھی پہاڑی اس کے اوپر اترا ہے انہوں نے ان سے کانٹیکٹ کیا ہے ایک بندے سے کانٹیکٹ بھی ہو گیا جو چند گھنٹے تک زندہ بھی رہا اور بعد میں وہ بھی شہید ہو گیا ساتھ ان کے فارن منسٹر تھے وہ بھی وہ تو خیر پہلے شہید ہو چکے تھے ان کی لاشیں بھی الموسٹ صحیح حالت میں ملی ہیں اتنی ڈیمج نہیں تھیں کہ ڈی این اے کی نوبت اتی تو یہ سارا کچھ ہماری سائنس اور ٹیکنالوجی میں پیچھے رہنے کی وجہ سے اس قسم کے حادثے ہمارے ساتھ ہوتے ہیں ہم یہاں بیٹھ کے ہماری فوج اسٹیبلشمنٹ ایجنسیز پارلیمنٹ میں بیٹھ کے بریفنگ دے رہے ہوتے ہیں اگلے دن امریکہ کی اخبار میں ساری وہ کہانی چھپ جاتی ہے یہ پریشان ہو جاتے ہیں خبر کہیں لیک کر دی بعد میں پتہ چلتا ہے یہ ساؤنڈ سسٹم جو لگا ہوا ہے پارلیمنٹ میں امریکہ شریف نے دیا ہوا ہے انہوں نے جا کے امریکہ پہ جھنڈے لہرانے ہیں یہ ہماری یعنی لیکیج کا اپ اندازہ کر لیں غداری کو تو چھوڑ دیں داری ہو نہ ہو وہ ایک الگ چیز ہے اس کے بغیر بھی ہم کتنے ولنریبل ہیں ہم نے کچھ نہیں ڈویلپ کیا ہم نے ڈویلپ یہ کیا ہے کہ توہین مذہب کا الزام لگانا ہے ایک دوسرے کے اوپر ایک دوسرے کو کاٹنا ہے سنی شیعہ فسادات کروانے ہیں ایک دوسرے کے اوپر کفر کے فتوے لگانے ہیں ہم نے یہ کہنا ہے امام کعبہ کے پیچھے نماز نہیں ہوتی ہے یہ ہم نے کیا ہے تو پھر یہی کچھ نکلنا تھا اور جب کوئی سمجھاتا ہے کہ بھائی اپنے اپ کو سائنس میں ٹیکنالوجی میں اگے لے کے جاؤ تاکہ کافروں کی انکھوں میں انکھیں ڈال اسے کہتے ہیں یہ ادھر نثار کا ایجنٹ ہے مجھے بتائیں جب یہ حالت ہوگی اپ کبھی بھی ترقی نہیں کر سکتے یہ میری بات لکھ لیں میں نے کہا تھا نا پانچ سو سال تک بھی یہ قوم اس گرداب سے باہر نکل نہیں سکتی کیوں نکلے گا تو وہ جو اپنے اپ کو مانے گا کہ پہلے وہ کسی کمزوری کا شکار ہے جو ماننے کے لیے تیار نہیں ہے اس نے اپنے سفر کا اغاز کہاں سے کرنا ہے یورپ نے مانا ہے نا تو ترقی کی ہے پہلے ان کے بچے ہماری یونیورسٹیز میں ا کے بغداد میں یا سپین میں پڑھتے تھے ان کے بادشاہ باقاعدہ لیٹرز لکھتے تھے کہ ہمارے بچوں کو داخلہ دیں جس طرح اج ہمارے بچے جو ہیں وہ وہاں جانے کے لیے بے چین ہوتے ہیں پہلی صف میں کھڑے ہوئے بابے جو ہیں قنوت نازلہ پڑھ رہے ہوتے ہیں امریکہ کے اوپر یورپ کے اوپر اور اخری صف میں کھڑے ہوئے بچے جو ہیں وہ گرین کارڈ کے لیے دعائیں مانگ رہے ہوتے ہیں میں اکثر لوگوں کو نا دماغ کھولنے کے لیے جو لوگ سائنس سے خوامخواہ الرجی کرتے ہیں یہ مثال دیتا ہوں کہتا ہوں کہ اپ امیجن کریں کہ اپ کا کوئی قریبی رشتہ دار اپ کی بیوی ماں یا اولاد میں سے زندگی موت کی کشمکش میں ہو ہاسپٹل میں اور ڈاکٹر اپ کو ایک ٹیکہ لکھ کے دے اور کہے کہ اپ کے اس قریبی رشتہ دار کی زندگی اب اس ٹیکے کے اوپر ڈیپینڈنٹ ہے ظاہری اس باب کے اعتبار سے ظاہر ہے اللہ تعالی نے شفا رکھی ہے بیماریوں کی اپ مارکیٹ میں جائیں اور اور اپ کو بتایا جائے کہ یہ اسرائیل کا بنا ہوا ٹیکہ ہے اور یہ پاکستان کے مفتی اعظم کا بنایا ہوا ٹیکہ ہے یا اجمیر شریف والوں کا ہے یا بغداد شریف والوں کا ایمانداری سے بتائیں کس کا ٹیکہ لیں گے اپ لوگ اسرائیل کا اس سے اپ اندازہ لگائیں کہ ہمارا لیول کیا ہے لہذا ہم جب بار بار کہتے ہیں نا کہ اپنے اپ کو ٹیکنالوجی میں اپ امپروو کریں تاکہ اپ ان کو مات دے سکیں یہ نہ ہو کہ ہمیشہ اپ یہ گلا شکوے ہی جاری رکھیں گے چونکہ امریکہ نے ہمیں پارٹس نہیں دیے تھے ہمارا ہیلی کاپٹر گر گیا یہ گلا تو بنتا ہی نہیں ان کی شرافت ہے کہ وہ یہ گلا بھی سن رہے ہیں ویسے تو علیحدہ بیٹھ کے ہنستے ہی ہوں گے اپ کے اس قسم کے گلوں کے اوپر اپ خود شرم کریں کہ اپ کیا بات کر رہے ہیں یہ اپ کی کمزوری کا اظہار ہے ریلیٹی میرے بھائی یہی ہے باقی اے سی والے کمروں میں بیٹھ کے کوئی وی لاگ بنا کے اپ کا خون گرمانے کی کوشش کرے کرے اور ویڈیوز کے اوپر ویوز لے کے ڈالرز کمائے تو ٹھیک ہے اپ خوش رہیں ان خوابوں کی دنیا میں جہاں اتنے خوابوں کے شہزادے موجود ہیں دو چار اور ایڈ کر لیں اپنی زندگی میں بہرحال ریلیٹی اس سے بالکل مختلف ہے ریلیٹی بہت زیادہ تلخ ہے ہم تو صرف اپ کو سمجھا ہی سکتے ہیں اج کل ایک کلپ کافی وائرل ہوا ہوا ہے یوٹیوب پہ تو ملینز اف لوگ وہ کلپ دیکھ چکے ہیں چھوٹا سا کلپ ہے ایک سوا منٹ کا صلاح الدین ایوبی کے اوپر ایک فلم بنائی گئی تھی وہ اردو ڈبنگ کے ساتھ بھی ا چکی ہے اس میں صلاح الدین ایوبی کا کریکٹر اسی شخص نے ادا کیا ہے جس نے عمر سیریز کے اندر حضرت ابوبکر والا کریکٹر نبھایا ہے بڑی زبردست اس کی ایکٹنگ ہے تو اس سے بھی ا کے ایک اس وقت کا اپ سمجھ لیں موٹیویشنل سپیکر لڑتا ہے ا کے کہ حضرت صاحب یہ کیا اپ تو موت سے گھبرا گئے ہیں دشمن سے گھبرا گئے ہیں اور وقتی طور پہ اپ نے جنگ روک لی ہے پوسٹ پون کر دی ہے تو وہ پھر اسے سمجھاتے ہیں کہ بھائی میں نے فوج کو پیاسا مارنا ہے میں نے اپنے پورے ریسورسز کو مینج کرنا ہے اس کے بعد میں اپنی فوج کو اتاروں گا اور یہ جو پہلے شکستیں مسلمانوں کو ہوتی رہی ہیں اور بیت المقدس تمہارے ہاتھوں سے نکل گیا یہ اسی وجہ سے نکلا تھا صرف اللہ کے اوپر توکل کرنا کافی نہیں ہے اپ نے اپنے ریسورسز کو مینج کرنا ہے لیکن چونکہ صلاح الدین یو بی کے ساتھ انجینئر نہیں لکھا ہوا اس کے خلاف کوئی کلپ نہیں اتا ورنہ یہ باتیں جو عقل پہ مبنی میں کرتا ہوں کہ جب تک اپ سائنس اور ٹیکنالوجی میں اگے نہیں جاتے اپ نان مسلمز کا مقابلہ نہیں کر سکتے یہ شروع سے ہر وہ سمجھدار بندہ کرتا ہے جو واقعی میدان عمل میں اترا ہوا ہے جس نے صرف ویڈیوز بنانی ہیں وی لاگز بنانے ہیں ڈالر چھاپنے ہیں اور اپ کو میٹھی نیند سلانا ہے اس قسم کی باتیں سنا کے پریکٹیکلی کچھ بھی نہیں کرنا یہ حالت ہے کہ ان سے بھرے مجمعے میں پوچھا جائے پاڈکاسٹ کے اندر پوچھا جائے کہ اپ ٹی ایل پی کو جانتے ہیں کہتے ہیں میں تو اللہ کی قسم جانتے ہی نہیں ہوں بس نکل گئی ہوا انہوں نے جا کے جیوز اور کرسچنز کے ساتھ لڑنا ہے جو مسلمانوں سے اتنا ڈرتے ہیں کہ ان کے بارے میں اعلان برات کر دیتے ہیں ایک ہمارے مفتی صاحب انہوں نے ایک جرات کر کے کلپ بنایا اچھرا والے واقعے کے اوپر جس میں انہوں نے کہا ان کو کوئی دماغی چوٹ لگ گئی تھی بچپن میں تو اس قسم کے مولوی مسلط ہوئے ہوئے ہیں بعد میں جب ان کو قتل کی دھمکیاں ملی انہوں نے اس ویڈیو میں سے وہ حصہ کاٹا پھر بھی تسلی نہیں ہوئی پھر کمنٹس کیے پھر بھی تسلی نہیں ہوئی ویڈیو ہی ان لسٹ کر دی اور کہتے ہیں جی انجینئر صاحب جو ہیں نا وہ اگر اتنے دلیر ہیں تو سامنے نکل کے تو ا کے مسجدوں میں کیوں نہیں جمعہ پڑھاتے اوئے تم تو ایک ویڈیو نہ ریکارڈ کروا سکو تسیں جو کام کر رہے ہو نا اس طرح دا کام کر کے تو میں مینار پاکستان بھی چڑھ کے تقریر کر سکنا جو میں کام کر رہا ہوں نا اس کا ہزارواں حصہ بھی تم کر کے گھر سے باہر نکل کے بتاؤ مجھے یہ ہماری دلیری ہے اللہ کے فضل سے یہ اللہ کا کرم ہے کہ اس نے ہمیں تم پر اور تمہارے بڑوں کے اوپر مسلط کیا ہے ورنہ تم لوگوں کا حال جو ہے نا وہ اسی قسم کا ہے صرف باتیں کر سکتے ہو وائی فائر پریکٹیکلی کوئی کام نہیں کر سکتا بڑا مشکل کام ہے میرے بھائی وی لاگز اے سی والے کمروں میں بنانا ٹھیک ہے پیسے لے کے کورسز کروانا تقریریں کرنا بڑا اسان ہے اب اپنی جیب سے کھلانا ایک روپے کا روادار نہ ہونا کسی کا یہ ہے مشکل کام الحمدللہ کر رہے ہیں اللہ کے فضل سے اللہ کا شکر ہے الحمدللہ اور میں اپنے سٹوڈنٹس کو چونکہ زیادہ تر نوجوان نسل ہے جس طرح پولیٹکس کے پوائنٹ اف ویو سے میں انہیں بار بار ایجوکیٹ کرتا ہوں کہ یہ پولیٹیکل لیڈرز جو ہیں یہ صرف اپنے مفاد کی خاطر ہیں ان کا دین سے کوئی تعلق نہیں ہے کسی بھی پارٹی کے ہوں ان کے شر سے بچ جائیں انہیں مذہبی پیشوا نہ بنائیں یہ بیڑا غرق کر رہے ہیں اپ کا چاہے اسٹیبلشمنٹ ہو چاہے پولیٹیکل لیڈرز ہوں چاہے جوڈیشری ہوں سب اپنے مفادات کی جنگ لڑ رہے ہیں ساتھ ساتھ میں ان موٹیویشنل سپیکرز ان مولویوں کے حوالے سے ان فرنٹ مین کے حوالے سے میں یہ اپ کو بتا رہا ہوں کہ بچ جائیں نہیں بچنا تو میرا تو کوئی اس میں کوئی چیز سٹیک کے اوپر نہیں لگی ہوئی ہے نہ میری کوئی چندہ بھک کہ مجھے خطرہ ہے کہ چندہ کم ہو جائے گا نہ کوئی مسجد نہ کوئی مدرسہ اپنی جیب سے اپ کو کھلا رہے ہیں نمازیں اپ کی مسجدوں میں پڑھ رہے ہیں مجھے تو لوز کرنے کے لیے کچھ بھی نہیں ہے یہ تو اپ کے ساتھ مفت میں ایک نیکی والا معاملہ کر رہے ہیں کہ بچ جائیں باقی پروٹیسٹ وہ ضرور کریں ڈنکے کی چوٹ پہ کریں جہاں جہاں پہ پروٹیسٹ ہوں اپ اس کا حصہ بنیں ابھی پچھلے ڈیڑھ دو ماہ سے اپ کو پتہ ہے غذا کیمپ لگا ہوا ہے ڈی چوک کے اندر اسلام اباد میں پچھلے دنوں ایک اشرافیہ میں سے ایک کوئی لڑکا رات کے وقت اس نے غالبا شراب پی ہوئی تھی یہ تو اسٹیبلش ہو گیا ہے میری ان سے بات بھی ہوئی ہے جو وہ سارا کچھ مینج کر رہے ہیں وہاں پہ وہ بھی کہہ رہے ہیں کہ یہ مطلب کوئی ایجنسیوں نے نہیں کروایا کہ انہوں نے ہمیں کچل دیا ہے کہ بھئی اٹھ جائیں یہاں سے اتنے مہینوں سے نہیں اٹھایا تھا اب کیوں اٹھانا تھا وہ کہہ رہے ہیں جینونلی ایک کوئی لڑکا تھا اس نے پی ہوئی تھی تو وہ کبھی گاڑی ادھر لے کے جا رہا تھا وہ چڑھا دی دو بچے شہید ہو گئے وہاں پہ ایف ائی ار کٹ گئی ہے وہ ڈرائیور بھی پکڑا گیا ہے یہاں پہ پھر وہی ہنگامہ کھڑا کر دیا جی ایجنسیوں نے بندے مار دیے یہ ظاہر ہے یہ یہ اگر اس طرح کی بدگمانی کر رہے ہیں نا لوگ تو اس میں مجرم ہماری ایجنسیز ہیں جی ہاں وہ یہ کچھ کرتے رہے ہیں اب اپ نے جو نہیں بھی کیا ہوگا وہ بھی اپ کے کھاتے میں ڈلے گا ہاں یہ ففتھ جنریشن وار کے نام کے اوپر جو اپ نے ہمارے اوپر کی بورڈ واریئرز مسلط کیے تھے نا یہ اج اپ کو کاٹ رہے ہیں نا تو یہ اپ کی کی ہوئی اگے ائی ہیں یہ بھگتنی ہوں گی اپ کو جھوٹ یا سچ جو بھی ہے ظاہر ہے یہ پنجابی میں محاورہ ہے کہ ہتھاں نال لائیاں ہوئیاں دندھاں نال کھولنی پیندیاں نے ہاتھوں سے لگائی ہوئی گرہ پھر دانتوں سے اپ کو کھولنی پڑتی ہے تو وہ دیکھ لیں کھولنی پڑ رہی ہیں چیخیں نکل رہی ہیں اسٹیبلشمنٹ کی بھی جوڈیشری کی بھی سیاست دانوں کی بھی ایک دوسرے کو کتے کی طرح پڑے ہوئے ہیں سارے پورے خبرنامے کے اندر کوئی پاکستانی عوام کے بارے میں ایک خبر بھی نہیں ہوتی فلانے نوں بیل مل گئی فلانے نوں جناب اے سی لگ گیا فلانے نوں ککڑ لب گیا فلانے جج نے جو ہے وہ فلاں ایجنسی کے بندے کو بلا لیا فلاں نے یہ فلاں ریمارکس دے دیے فلاں صحافی نے یہ کر دیا وہ عوام کدھر گئی جب اپ کی خبریں یہ ہیں نا تو بھائی پھر پاکستان کی ترقی تو مر گیا جب اپ نے ڈسکس ہی نہیں کرنا پھر یہ سائنس ٹیکنالوجی یہ اسی طریقے سے ہے کہ ایک نانگے پیر کے سامنے اپ قران صحیح بخاری صحیح مسلم کی بات کریں اس بیچارے کو تو ستنجے کا بھی نہیں پتا اس کو قران حدیث کا کیا لینا دینا ٹھیک ہے اسی طریقے سے ان لوگوں کے سامنے سائنس ٹیکنالوجی ملک کی اکانومی ان چیزوں کی باتیں کرنا جن کی ٹوٹل گیم یہ ہے کہ کس پولیٹیکل لیڈر کو اندر کرنا ہے کس کو باہر نکالنا ہے کس کو بیل دینی ہے کس کو نہیں دینی کس سے پریس کانفرنس کروانی ہے کس سے نہیں کروانی کس جج کو اوپر لے کے انا ہے کس جج کو نیچے کرنا ہے کس کے کمرے میں جو ہے وہ کیمرے فٹ کرنے ہیں کس کے باتھ روم میں جا کے کیمرے لگانے ہیں یہ ہو رہا ہے نا تو یہ جو اس وقت ہم کھڑے ہیں نا یہاں پہ بالکل ہم ڈیزرو کرتے ہیں کہ ہماری پٹائی ہو یا اگر ہمارے جیسے چند ایک پڑھے لکھے لوگ سمجھدار لوگ انہیں کوئی بات بتاتے ہیں سمجھنے کے لیے تیار نہیں ہیں ٹھیک ہے جس طرح پہلے مارے کھا کے ان کو سمجھ ا گئی کہ نان سٹیٹ ایکٹرس کا الٹیمیٹلی نقصان فوج کو ہی ہوتا ہے اج ان کو ایف اے ٹی ایف کے بعد جو ہے وہ یہ سارے دہشت گرد نظر انا شروع ہو گئے ہمیں تو پہلے ہی نظر ا رہا تھا کہ یہ دہشت گرد ہیں یہ اپنے اپنے ایجنڈوں کے اوپر لوزام فیرون ہاں اور اگلی چیز بھی سامنے رہو گے جی اگر اج بھی اپ عقل کے ناخن نہیں لیں گے یہ سارے کے سارے معاملات اس طریقے سے چلتے رہیں گے تو وہ جو غذا کیمپ کی میں بات کر رہا تھا اللہ کا شکر ہے کہ وہ پکڑا گیا ہے اور ابھی بھی وہ چل رہا ہے سلسلہ اللہ تعالی جو ہمارے بھائی اس میں شہید ہوئے ان کی شہادت کو قبول کرے امین اور ان کے گناہوں سے درگزر فرمائے نیک کاموں کا اجر عطا فرمائے امین اسی طریقے سے اس ویک میں ایک اور خبر اسی حوالے سے اسی کنٹیکسٹ میں جو ائی ہے بڑی خوش ائند ہے تین یورپین ملکوں نے فلسطین کی ریاست کو تسلیم کر لیا ہے یہ بہت بڑی بات ہے جناب یہ گورے میں ہی اتنا حوصلہ ہے سپین نے ائرلینڈ نے ناروے نے اور ساؤتھ افریقہ کو تو سلوٹ ہے جی دونوں ہاتھوں سے کوئی مسلمان ملک نہیں وہ کام کر سکا ظاہر ہے یہ مقرر اس ملک انہوں نے کیا کرنا تھا جو کر سکتے تھے وہ غلام ہیں ان کے وہابی سعودی ملینز اف ڈالرز لگا کے انہوں نے وہ مقدمہ ون کیا ہے اور اپ کو پتہ ہے اب انٹرنیشنل جو کورٹ ہے جسٹس کی انہوں نے فیصلہ دے دیا ہے کہ رفع کے اوپر جنگ بندی کر دی جائے اسرائیل کرے نہ کرے وہ ایک الگ بات لیکن علامتی طور پہ دنیا نے فلسطین کے مقدمے کو مان لیا ہے کہ فلسطین کے ساتھ ظلم ہو رہا ہے ان کی جینوسائیڈ ہو رہی ہے ان کی نسل کشی ہو رہی ہے ایک بہت بڑی اچیومنٹ ہے اور سلام ہے جی ساؤتھ افریقہ کو ہاں ہم ساؤتھ افریقہ جیسے بھی نہیں ہو سکے دیکھیں یہ کہتے ہیں انجینئر صاحب گوروں کی تعریف کرتا ہے میں نیسل منڈیلا کی تعریف کیوں نہ کروں تمہارا تو کوئی مرا زندہ بزرگ فلسطین کی کاسٹ کے لیے وہ کام نہیں کر سکا فیض تو پھر منڈیلا کا جاری ہے کہ منڈیلا تو قبر میں ہے اور اس کی لیگیسی اگے جاری ہے کہ وہ فلسطین کے حق کے لیے کھڑے ہوئے ہیں کیونکہ اس وقت فلسطین کے لوگوں نے ساؤتھ افریقہ کا ساتھ دیا تھا اور جب ساؤتھ افریقہ ازاد ہوا نیسن منڈیلا نے پہلی تقریر میں کہا تھا جب تک فلسطین ازاد نہیں ہوتا ہماری ازادی نامکمل ہے سلام ہے یار اور ثابت کیا ہے انہوں نے یہ کہتے ہیں ہمارے بزرگوں کا فیض جاری ہے تمہارے بزرگوں کا کوئی فیض جاری نہیں ہے نہ پولیٹیکل لیڈرز کا نہ باقی بزرگوں کا فیض وہ دیکھو منڈیلا قبر کے اندر ہے اور اور پیچھے جو حکومت ائی ہے اس نے جا کے انٹرنیشنل کورٹ اف جسٹس کے اندر جا کے اسرائیل کے خلاف مقدمہ کیا ہے نہ صرف مقدمہ کیا ہے ون کیا ہے اور کیا دلائل دیے ہیں وہ کبھی اپ پروسیڈنگ سنیں وہ ہمارے جو بھائی ہیں دیکھو سنو جانو والے فیصل وڑائج صاحب انہوں نے اس کو اردو میں بڑے اچھے طریقے سے ڈاکومنٹری بنائی ہے وہ اپ دیکھیں کس طریقے سے انہوں نے مقدمہ لڑا ہے اب وہ جو بینجمن جو یہ ہے ان کا نیتن یاہو اس کے وارنٹ بھی نکلنے والے ہیں تو یہ بہت بڑی بات ہے تبدیلی اس حوالے سے ائی ہے اور جو یہ یورپین تین ملک ہیں ہم انہیں بھی سلام پیش کرتے ہیں کہ انہوں نے مسلمانوں کے مقدمے کو مانا ہے اور ان ملکوں کے اندر جو احتجاج ہو رہا ہے مسلمانوں کے حق میں اس کو جس طریقے سے وہ الاؤ کر رہے ہیں چند ایک واقعات ورسٹ بھی تھوڑے رپورٹ ہوئے ہیں لیکن اوور ال جس طریقے سے الاؤ کر رہے ہیں اتنی ازادی اپ کو مسلمان ملکوں میں نظر نہیں ارہی سیدھی سی بات ہے تو یہ اس حوالے سے انہیں سلام ہے جی ہم تو بالکل اس چیز کو ایپریشیٹ کرتے ہیں اور ہم فلسطینیوں کے حق میں دعا گو ہیں کہ اللہ تعالی ان کی مشکلات اسان کرے امین ہم مسلمانوں کو اتنی طاقت دیں کہ ہم طاقت کے زور کے اوپر اسرائیل کی بدمعاشی کا زور توڑ سکیں امین امین صلو علی محمد وال محمد اللہم صلی علی محمد وعلی ال محمد واصحاب محمد و ازواج محمد و امت محمد اجمعین الا یوم الدین امین اچھا میرے بھائیوں ایک اور کرنٹ ایشو جو کل ہی سامنے ایا 25 مئی 2024 کو سرگودھا سٹی کے اندر چند سو کالڈ عاشقان قران عاشقان رسول نے قانون کو ہاتھ میں لیتے ہوئے ایک مبینہ گستاخی کے اوپر یعنی جو بیان کی گئی ہے ریلیٹی نہیں پتا ابھی تک تو 99 پرسنٹ کیسز جو رپورٹ ہوتے ہیں وہ ذاتی کوئی دنیاوی کسی کے ساتھ کوئی خار ہوتی ہے تو وہ کوئی نکال رہا ہوتا ہے سرگودھا سٹی کے اندر ایک مجاہد کالونی ہے جہاں پہ کافی سارے کرسچنز اباد ہیں سرگودھا میں ویسے بھی کرسچنز الموسٹ 10 پرسنٹ ہیں اچھی خاصی ابادی ہے ان کی اور زیادہ تر بیچارہ یہ غریب طبقہ ہے اپ کو پتہ ہے پاکستان میں تو جو کرسچنز ہیں وہ چند ایک لوگ ہی ہیں جو پڑھے لکھے ہونے کی وجہ سے کوئی پاورٹی سرکل سے نکل گئے ہیں ورنہ یہ بیچارے وہی کام کرتے ہیں جو ہم مسلمان جا کے یورپ اور امریکہ میں کر رہے ہوتے ہیں اور یہاں پہ ہم بڑی بڑی گاڑیوں میں گھوم کے تو فخریہ بتا رہے ہوتے ہیں کہ ہم اتنے امیر ہو چکے ہیں اور یہاں وہ کام کرنے کو اپنے لئے ایک ار تصور کرتے ہیں حالانکہ رزق حلال کمانا کسی بھی ذریعے سے ہو یہ کوئی ار والی بات نہیں ہے انبیاء کرام علیہم السلام نے بھی بظاہر ایسے کام کیے ہیں کہ جن کو عام نظر میں دیکھا جائے تو ایک نیچ درجے کا کام لوگ سمجھتے ہیں لیکن اللہ کے حضور رزق حلال کے لیے اپنے ہاتھوں سے محنت کرنا یہ کوئی نیچ کام نہیں ہے یہ ہم نے خود سے بنا لیا ہوا ہے بہرحال وہاں پہ کرسچنز کے چند گھر تھے ان میں سے ایک گھر ایسا تھا کہ انہوں نے اپنے گھر کے اندر چھوٹی سی فیکٹری جوتیوں کی بنائی ہوئی تھی اور جوتیاں بنا کے وہ سپلائی کرتے تھے ان کی بدقسمتی کہہ لیں یا تقدیر کا غالب انہاں کہہ لیں ان کے گھر کے باہر ایک کھمبے کے ساتھ ایک باسکٹ لٹکی ہوئی تھی جو اکثر اپ کو مختلف جگہوں پہ نظر اتی ہے کہ قران کے پرانے اوراق یا ایات اور احادیث والے صفحے اگر کسی کو گرے پڑے ملیں تو وہ اس میں ڈال دیں پھر وہاں سے ریٹریو کر کے مختلف تنظیمیں انہیں ادب اور احترام کے ساتھ تلف کرتے ہیں جس کو وہ صحیح سمجھتے ہیں جس طریقے سے تو اس طرح کا ایک ڈبہ ان کے گھر کے باہر بھی لگا ہوا تھا اب واللہ عالم وہ فل ہو گیا اس میں سے چند ایک کاغذ باہر گر گئے اور صبح صفائی کرتے ہوئے بعض اوقات اپ کو پتہ ہے کہ جتنے کاغذ وہاں پہ جمع ہوتے ہیں نا ان کو ایک کارنر پہ کر کے اگے لگا دی جاتی ہے یہ ایک نارمل پریکٹس ہے اس میں کوئی اس قسم کا کاغذ چلا گیا یا کسی نے ڈال دیا اپنی دشمنی نبھانے کے لیے اب یہ نہیں پتا ہمیں بہرحال وہاں پہ ایک مولانا صاحب تھے وہ ایک خاص تنظیم ہے جو ہمارے اوپر 2017 کے دھرنوں سے مسلط ہوئی ہوئی ہے اس وقت کی اسٹیبلشمنٹ نے اس مذہبی تنظیم کو اس وقت کی پولیٹیکل گورنمنٹ کو کمزور کرنے کے لیے استعمال کیا وہ اج تک ہمارے گلے پڑی ہوئی ہے چاہے وہ جڑاں والا والا واقعہ ہو جائے خواب وہ سیالکوٹ کا سری لنکن کے قتل والا واقعہ ہو جائے ان ساری ایکٹیویٹیز کے پیچھے وہ لوگ اپ کو نظر ائیں گے ایون یہ اچھرا بازار لاہور میں وہ جو ہماری ایک سسٹر کے ساتھ جو کچھ کرنے لگے تھے یہ لوگ وہ ایک خطاتی والا سوٹ دیکھ کے یہ سارے لوگ اپ کو ایک ہی خاص تنظیم کے ساتھ جڑے ہوئے یا ان کے موٹیویٹڈ نظر ائیں گے ضروری نہیں کہ سارے کے سارے اس تنظیم کا حصہ ہوں لیکن ظاہر ہے اس تنظیم نے جو ڈیمج کرنا تھا نا ہماری نیشن کا وہ کر دیا ہے جو مینٹل ماڈل بدلنے تھے وہ بدل دیے میرے اوپر خود پانچ دفعہ جو مرڈر اٹیمپٹ ہوئی ہے پانچوں کے پانچوں لڑکے اسی تنظیم سے موٹیویٹڈ تھے اس سے اپ اندازہ لگا لیں تو وہ جو ڈیمج پہنچانا تھا وہ پہنچا دیا اور اس میں ظاہر ہے پہلے نمبر پہ ہماری اسٹیبلشمنٹ مجرم ہیں جنہوں نے ان لوگوں کو ہم پہ مسلط کیا اب اگر ان کو اس کی ہیٹ فیل ہو رہی ہے نا تو یہ اپ لوگوں کی کی ہوئی اپ کے اگے ا رہی ہے ہم تو بھگت رہے ہیں اپ کو بھی بھگتنی چاہیے یہ اپ نے بویا تھا کاٹنا تو اپ کو چاہیے تھا لیکن یہ عوام کو بھی کاٹنا پڑ رہا ہے اپ کے ساتھ بہرحال وہاں پہ انہوں نے مسجدوں سے اعلان کرنے شروع کر دیے موب اکٹھا کر لیا وہ ویڈیوز اپ دیکھ رہے ہیں جس میں انہوں نے پھر باقاعدہ وہاں پہ اگ لگی ہوئی ہے اور اس فیکٹری سے جو جوتیاں ہیں وہ جوتیاں وہ اسلام کے نام کے اوپر چوری کر کے ڈاکا مار کے لے کے جا رہے ہیں اور ان کے ڈبوں کو وہاں پہ اگ لگا رہے ہیں یہ نہ سمجھیے گا کہ جوتیوں کو اگ لگائی ہے انہوں نے جوتیاں مسلمان بالغ غنیمت سمجھ کے لوٹ کے لے گئے وہ ڈبوں کو اگ لگا رہے ہیں اور باقاعدہ اوازیں ا رہی ہیں کہ یہ اگ جلنے دو ابھی ہم نے کچھ بندے بھی اس میں جلانے ہیں یہ بھی الفاظ اس میں ویڈیو میں موجود ہیں یعنی یہ لوگ پاکستان کو سٹون ایج میں لے گئے ہیں اس وقت بھی یہ کچھ نہیں ہوتا ہوتا تھا کوئی نہ کوئی نارمز تھیں قبائلی سسٹم تھا اج تو وہ بھی نظر نہیں ا رہا قانون نظر نہیں ا رہا خیر شکر ہے کہ اس وقت جب ڈبل ون ڈبل ٹو کے اوپر اطلاع دی گئی ان کی ایمبولینس پہنچ گئی پولیس بھی بروقت ائی اور پولیس نے بڑا اچھے طریقے سے معاملے کو ٹیکل کیا لیکن اس وقت تک وہ جو ایک کرسچن بوڑھا تھا اسے انہوں نے اتنا زیادہ مارا وہ زندگی موت کی کشمکش میں چلا گیا ابھی وہ اس وقت وینٹیلیٹر پہ ہے اللہ ہی کرے کہ وہ بچ جائے ہم اس کی صحت یابی کے لیے دعا کرتے ہیں اللہ تعالی اسے صحت دے امین اور ایک تکلیف سے ظاہر ہے پوری فیملی گزر رہی ہے باقی جتنی کرسچن فیملیز تھیں ان کو وہاں سے انہوں نے شفٹ کر دیا ہے اور وہ جو ایمبولینس اس زخمی بوڑھے کو لے کے جا رہی ہے اس کے اوپر بھی دیکھیں ویڈیو بنا رہے ہیں ایک اس کو روک رہا ہے کہ نہیں یہ نہیں ہے اس کے بیٹے نے گستاخی کی ہے دوسرا کہہ رہا ہے نہیں یہ قران کا گستاخ ہے اور یہ وہ لوگ کہہ رہے ہیں کہ اس مجمعے میں سے اگر کسی کو کہا جائے ہے نا قران کا پہلا صفحہ ترجمے کے ساتھ سنا دیں تو ان لوگوں کا پول کھل جائے گا یہ کتنے بڑے عاشقان رسول ہیں اور کتنے بڑے یہ عاشقان قران ہیں ٹوٹل ان کی اوقات یہ ہے قران سے شغف ان کا یہ ہے کہ بندے مروا لو ان سے خیر پولیس پہنچی انہوں نے حالات کو قابو میں کیا امن کمیٹی کے لوگ بھی بلوائے گئے جس میں کرسچنز بھی تھے مسلمان فرقوں کے لوگ بھی تھے وہاں پہ انہوں نے اناؤنسمنٹ کی اور خود جو ہمارے پنجاب کے ائی جی ہیں ڈاکٹر عثمان صاحب حافظہ اللہ تعالی چند ایک ڈیسیژن میں مجھے ان سے اختلاف ہے جو ایک خاص پولیٹیکل جماعت کے حوالے سے جو ان کو اپنی مینجمنٹ دکھانی چاہیے تھی ظاہر ہے اسٹیبلشمنٹ کا زور تھا وہ نہیں دکھا سکے لیکن پرسنلی میں ان کو جانتا ہوں انتہائی شریف النفس خوف خدا رکھنے والے انسان ہیں پڑھا لکھا بندہ ہے کنگ ایڈورڈ سے پڑھا ہوا ڈاکٹر ہے جہلم میں کانونٹ میں بھی بچپن میں پڑھتے رہے ان کے والد صاحب صاحب کی یہاں پوسٹنگ تھی اور کافی ریفارمز انہوں نے پولیس میں کیے ہیں وہ خود پہنچے اور باقاعدہ انہوں نے مختلف ٹی وی چینلز کو انٹرویو بھی دیا مین ٹی وی چینلز کے اوپر بھی میں نے اے ار وائی کے اوپر بھی دیکھا ہے کہ ان کا انٹرویو ایا ہے بولڈ ٹی وی کے اوپر بھی ہم نیوز کے اوپر بھی ایا ہے یعنی بڑے ٹی وی چینلز نے بھی اس خبر کو لیا ہے شروع میں تو یہ دبا رہے تھے لیکن شکر الحمدللہ سوشل میڈیا کی پاور کی وجہ سے اب یہ چیزیں دبتی نہیں ہیں پہلے یہ لوگ سمجھتے تھے ہم دبا کے اس مسئلے کو حل کریں گے بھئی یہ مسئلہ کا حل نہیں ہے جی انتشار پھیل جائے گا او انتشار تو پھیل چکا اور کتنا پھیلنا ہے ان کا جب بڑا گرو زندہ تھا اس کے زمانے میں تین چار دن کے لیے جب پورا ملک بند ہو گیا تھا اسی دن تم نے پاکستان کا جنازہ نکال دیا تھا یہ تو باقیات ہیں یہ ہم بھگتیں گے اب ڈیکیز تک بھگتیں گے تو لہذا یہ چھپانے کا کوئی فائدہ نہیں ہے ایجوکیٹ کریں عوام کو کہ ان کے شر سے اپنے بچوں کو اپنی فیملیز کو دور رکھے یعنی اب ہر مسلمان دوسرے مسلمان سے ڈرتا ہے یہ نہ مسلمان کی تمیز کرتے ہیں نہ کافر کی تمیز کرتے ہیں جس کو دل چاہے گا یہ گستاخ ڈیکلیئر کر دیں گے اگر یہ اتنے کانفیڈنٹ ہیں تو مقدمات کو کیوں نہیں فیس کرتے کہتے ہیں جی وہ جج ان کے ساتھ مل جاتے ہیں یہ کچھ ہو جاتا ہے بھئی جب یہ سب کچھ ہو جائے تو اپ کو کس شریعت نے اجازت دی ہے کہ اپ قانون کو ہاتھ میں لیں گے اس طریقے سے تو میرے بھائی میں تمہیں اور تمہارے بزرگوں کو اپنے اباؤ اجداد کے عقیدہ توحید کی خرابی کا سب سے بڑا سبب سمجھتا ہوں تو کیا میں موب اکٹھے کر کے تمہارے مزارات سے بزرگوں کو نکال کے ان کو ٹانگنا شروع کر دوں غصہ اتارنے کے لیے قانون کو ہاتھ میں لوں نہیں میں علمی اختلاف کرتا ہوں تم بھی کر لو دنیا میں اگر انصاف نہ بھی ملا اخرت میں مل جائے گا جوڈیشری اگر انصاف نہیں بھی کرتی تب بھی اپ قانون ہاتھ میں نہیں لے سکتے ورنہ ہر شخص کہے گا کہ یہ میرے بھائی کا قاتل ہے چونکہ انصاف نہیں ملا میں اسے خود گولی مار دوں گا یہ علیحدہ بات ہے اس سے بعد میں جو کچھ بھگتنا پڑے یہ ذلیل ہو رہے ہیں سارے لوگ میں نے تو باقاعدہ اپنے بڑوں کو یہ کہا تھا ان لوگوں کی ذلت کی خبریں نا جیل خانوں سے عوام کو دکھایا کریں یہ ویسے میڈیا سے اؤٹ ہو جاتا ہے اپ کیا سمجھتے ہیں کہ وہ دندناتے پھر رہے ہیں لوگ جنہوں نے سری لنکرن کو قتل کیا تھا یا جڑو والا میں دو درجن سے زیادہ انہوں نے گرجے جلا دیے تھے وہ سینکڑوں کی تعداد میں لوگ ذلیل ہو رہے ہیں جیلوں کے اندر فیملیاں رل گئی ہیں ان کی اور یہاں جنہوں نے کچھ نہیں کیا تھا نو مئی کے چکر میں وہ ایک ایک سال سے اندر ہیں مجرم تو چند ایک تھے بیچارے تو جیو فینسنگ میں زیادہ تر لوگ ا گئے تو یہ سارے لوگ ذلیل ہو رہے ہیں لیکن ان کی ذلت کی خبر چونکہ باہر اتی نہیں ہے لوگ سمجھتے ہیں کہ وہ سارے چھوٹ گئے ہوں گے اس وجہ سے اگے ہمت ہو جاتی ہے ورنہ ان کی سزائیں پبلکلی بتائی جائیں نا یہ انسان کے بچے بن جائیں ایک شخص کو ایکسٹرا جوڈیشل ایکٹیوٹی کے اوپر ٹانگا تھا نا اس وقت ارمی چیف پرائم منسٹر جوڈیشری تینوں ایک پیج پہ ائے تھے سلمان تاثیر کے قتل کے کیس میں اگر اس کو اس وقت نہ ٹانگا جاتا تو اپ کو ہر مہینے ہر ہفتے اس قسم کے کئی غازی نظر انے تھے پورے ملک کے اندر لیکن پھر لوگ کو یقین ہو گیا نہیں نہیں اے ہمیشہ اس طرح نہیں ہوندا ٹانگ بھی دیندے نے اور پھر انہوں نے چن کے ڈیٹ بھی رکھی 29 فروری کی کہ برسی بھی چار سال بعد ائے ہاں فروری جو ہے وہ 28 کا مہینہ ہوتا ہے لیپ کے سال میں 29 کا ہوتا ہے وہ جان بوجھ کے انہوں نے 29 فروری کی ڈیٹ رکھی تھی تاکہ یہ ہر سال برسی نہ منا سکیں تو وہ ایک ایسا ڈیسیژن تھا جس کی وجہ سے مستقبل کے واقعات رک گئے اب بھی اس قسم کے جو واقعات ہیں ان مجرمین کی خبریں پھر چلنی چاہیے ابھی انہوں نے بندے پکڑ لیے ہیں کچھ لوگ جو ہے جیو فینسنگ میں ائے ہیں ان کو بھی وہ پکڑ رہے ہیں اور انشاءاللہ اس معاملے کو بھی منطقی انجام تک پہنچائیں گے باقی یہ جو لوگ گلا کرتے ہیں نا کہ یہ ائے دن پاکستان میں اس طرح کے واقعات کیوں ہوتے ہیں او بھائی 25 کروڑ کی ابادی کا ایٹم بم ہے ہم اس میں اس طرح کے ایک دو واقعات مہینے میں ہو جانا یہ کوئی بڑی بات نہیں ہے جو ہم نے جنریشنز پروڈیوس کی ہوئی ہیں میں تو اللہ کا شکر ادا کرتا ہوں کہ کبھی کبھار کوئی ایک ادھ واقعہ اتا ہے ورنہ اتنی بڑی ابادی ابادی کا ایٹم بم اور اس میں بھی پھر برین واش لوگوں کا بھی ایک پورے کا پورا ایٹم بم بنا ہوا ہے اس میں یہ چند ایک واقعات ہیں نا یہ بہت تھوڑے واقعات ہیں اللہ کا شکر ہے یہ بھی وقت کے ساتھ انشاءاللہ ایڈریس ہو جائیں گے لیکن یہ ڈیمج ہوا ہوا ہے نا کچھ عرصہ تو ہمیں بھگتنا پڑے گا سیدھی سی بات ہے انہوں نے اپنا فخر سمجھ لیا ہے کہ ہم نے یہ حرکتیں کرنی ہیں اس کے بعد جو مرضی ہوتا رہے اس وقت لوگوں کے بچوں کو ورغلا کے اپنے ساتھ استعمال کرتے ہیں بعد میں پھر جب ضمانتیں کروانے کی باری اتی ہے کوئی بندہ ضمانت دینے کے لیے تیار نہیں ہوتا پوری پوری فیملیز رل جاتی ہیں اس وقت وہ نعرے مار رہے ہوتے ہیں انہیں پتہ ہی نہیں بعد میں کیا ہونا ہے ان کے ساتھ ان نعروں کا مزہ پھر بعد میں نکلتا ہے خیر ابھی یہ جو معاملہ ہوا ہے پولیس نے بروقت کیا لیکن وہ ایک جو کرسچن بوڑھا ہے وہ اس وقت وینٹیلیٹر پہ ہے اللہ تعالی اسے شفا دے اور باقی جو لوگ ہیں ان کی حفاظت والا معاملہ کرے اور یہ معاملات اس طریقے سے اہستہ اہستہ انشاءاللہ صحیح طریقے سے جوڈیشری کے تھرو ایڈریس ہوتے رہے تو یہ واقعات اہستہ اہستہ کم ہو جائیں گے ابھی بھی کافی حد تک ایڈریس ہو چکے ہیں ادروائز جس طریقے سے یہ جن بوتل سے باہر نکلا ہوا تھا نا اپ چار پانچ سال پہلے چلے جائیں تو یقین کریں سانس لینے میں بھی دشواری ہوتی تھی جس طرح یہ چھائے ہوئے تھے کوئی اینکر ان کا نام نہیں لیتا تھا اب تو یہ کافی حد تک ان کا ڈنگ نکل چکا ہوا ہے یہ چند ایک واقعات چونکہ یہ ہم نے بویا ہوا ہے تو کبھی کبھار کوئی اس طرح کا واقعہ کاٹنا پڑ جاتا ہے ادروائز اللہ کا شکر ہے کہ ضرب عزب اور رد الفساد حافظہ اللہ تعالی ایف اے ٹی ایف حافظہ اللہ تعالی ہاں کٹو کٹو کلپ میرے ظاہر ہے ہمیں گوروں نے بتایا ہے کہ یہ سینڈ پونجو ہے اپنا ہاں اسیں سینڈ بھی نہیں سی پونج سکدے اپنا یہ گوروں نے ہمیں بتایا ہے ا کے یہ گورے ابھی بھی نہ بتاتے نا ابھی بھی ہماری اسٹیبلشمنٹ کو روشنی انی تھی کہ یہ ہم کیا دہشت گرد پال رہے ہیں اپنی انے والی نسلوں کو برباد کرنا شروع کر دیا ہم نے یہ کوئی ضرب عزم رد الفساد کا کریڈٹ اگر جاتا ہے پہلے نمبر پہ تو وہ گوروں کو جاتا ہے اس کے بعد ہماری پولیٹیکل اس وقت کی گورنمنٹ کو یا فوج کو جاتا ہے انہوں نے تو خود نہیں تھا کرنا انہوں نے تو ایک پرائم منسٹر فارغ کر دیا اس چکر میں وہ ڈون لیگ کے چکر میں یہی چکر تھا نا وہ کہتا تھا یار ان کو سنبھالو یہ کیا تم لوگوں نے پالے ہوئے ہیں اس کی ڈون لیگ بنا کے تو اس کو انہوں نے طریقے سے فارغ کر دیا بعد میں ان کو سمجھ ائی تو پھر خود ہی انہوں نے رد الفساد شروع کیا اور ڈون لیگ کو اپنی پالیسی بنا لیا ایف اے ٹی ایف کی وجہ سے یعنی ہم پوری خاری کاٹنے کے بعد وہی کچھ کرتے ہیں جو ہمیں کوئی پہلے مت دے دے لیکن بعد میں سمجھ اتی ہے ہمیں پہلے نہیں سمجھ اتی جب تک ہم وہ تھوک کے چاٹ نہ لیں اپنا یہ سارے کے سارے معاملات اب اپ کے سامنے ہیں ہم نے تو اس کے لیے اواز بلند کرنی ہے لوگوں کو ایجوکیٹ کرنا ہے کہ بچ جاؤ ان مولویوں کے شر سے اپنے بچوں کو بچاؤ یہ برین واش نہ کریں اس قسم کی ایکٹیویٹیز سے اپنے بچوں کو بالکل دور رکھیں یہ کوئی دین کی خدمت نہیں ہو رہی ہے اسلام تو اتنا سخت ہے اس معاملے میں کہ سورۃ المائدہ کی ایت نمبر 32 میں اللہ تعالی نے یونیورسل ٹرتھ کے طور پر بنی اسرائیل کے لیے بھی اور امت محمدیہ صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم کے لیے بھی قانونا یہ بات بیان فرما دی ہے کہ جس شخص نے ایک جان کو قتل کیا ایک جان کو جان نفس کا لفظ استعمال کیا مسلمان نہیں نفس خواہ مسلمان ہو کافر ہو سوائے دو استثنی کے قتل کے بدلے قتل اور وہ بھی جوڈیشری کے تھرو یا کوئی فساد عرض کر رہا ہے وہ بھی جوڈیشری کے تھرو یہ دو وجوہات کی بنا پر کسی انسان کی جان لی جا سکتی ہے وہ بھی لے گی عدالت ان دو کے سوا اگر کسی نے کسی ایک انسان ایک جان کو بھی قتل کیا گویا اس نے پوری انسانیت کا قتل کر دیا اور جس نے ایک جان کو بچایا اس نے پوری انسانیت کو بچا لیا یہ تھی اسلام کی تعلیمات صحیح بخاری میں حدیث ہے جو نان مسلم کسی مسلم کنٹری میں ٹیکس پے کر کے رہ رہا ہے اسے بھی ناحق کسی نے قتل کر دیا ایسا شخص جنت کی خوشبو بھی نہیں پائے گا حالانکہ جنت کی خوشبو 40 سال کی مسافت سے ا رہی ہوگی یہ بخاری کے الفاظ ہیں یہ کہانی شریف نہیں ہے بخاری شریف ہے خوشبو بھی نہیں مسلمان بھی نہیں پا سکتا اگر اس نے کسی نان مسلم کو بھی ناحق قتل کر دیا تو یہاں تو یہ سارا ہو رہا ہے اور اس کے بعد نعرے لگا رہے ہیں جنتی ہونے کے اور تم لوگوں کا تو علمی لیول یہ ہے کہ تمہیں یہ بھی نہیں پتا کہ قران کو اگر تلف کرنا پڑے نا پرانے اوراق کو تو اس کا سب سے بہترین طریقہ ہی اسے اگ لگانا ہے گستاخی کی نیت سے نہیں اگر اپ کو پرانے اوراق کو بچانا ہو بے حرمتی سے پانی میں بہانا زمین میں دفن کرنا ان سب سے بہتر طریقہ جو ہے وہ اگ لگانا ہے اور یہ سنت ہے سیدنا عثمان کی صحیح بخاری میں موجود ہے اذربائیجان کی فتح کے دوران سیدنا عثمان کے پاس حضرت حذیفہ ابن یمان اتے ہیں اور وہ کہتے ہیں اے امیرالمومنین مسلمانوں کو اختلاف سے بچائیں چونکہ نیو مسلمز دوسرے کنٹریز سے بھی ہو رہے تھے عربی سب کو نہیں اتی تھی تو مختلف لہجوں میں قران کو وہ پڑھتے تھے سات قرات میں تو پہلے ہی وہ نازل ہوا ہوا ہے یہ سات ڈائلیکٹ ہیں جس طرح پنجابی کے بھی کئی ایک ڈائلیگ ہیں تو وہ اپس میں پھر اختلاف والا معاملہ بھی جس کو نیو مسلم کو تو نہیں پتا وہ ا سکتا تھا تو سیدنا عثمان کو جب انہوں نے ریکویسٹ کی تو حضرت عثمان نے وہ سارے نسخے قران کے ریٹریو کیے اور صرف قریش کی قرات کو ریٹن میں باقی رکھا زبانی تو ابھی تک چل رہی ہیں باقی قرات اسٹیبلش ہیں بخاری مسلم میں ایا ہے کہ وہ اللہ تعالی نے سات قرات میں قران کو نازل کیا امت کی اسانی کے لیے لیکن حضرت عثمان نے جو مسلم عثمانی ہمارے پاس اس وقت بھی موجود ہے یہی شیعہ کا قران بھی ہے یہی سنیوں کا قران بھی ہے ایران سے یہ ریڈ بائنڈنگ میں چھپتا ہے سعودیہ سے یہ بلو اور گرین بائنڈنگ میں چھپتا ہے دمشق کے ایک رائٹر ہیں انہوں نے لکھا ہے عثمان طاہ اس کا نام ہے اس کا نام بھی عثمان ہے زندہ ہے ابھی اور ایسا پیارا قران لکھا ہے ہر صفحے پہ ایت مکمل ہو رہی ہے تو یہ مصحف عثمانی یہ پھر حضرت عثمان نے ایک نسخہ قریش کی قرات میں جو نبی علیہ السلام کی قرات تھی اس میں باقی رکھا اور باقی قراتیں جو اسٹیبلش تھیں وہ سارے نسخے ریٹریو کر کے انہیں اگ لگا دی کہ فتنہ نہ کھڑا ہو ان کو کسی نے نہیں مشورہ دیا حنفی نے کہ جی جناب زمین میں قبر کھود کے امیرالمومنین اس میں دفنا دیں اگ لاؤ گے تو گستاخی ہو جائے گی بھائی جاہلو تہاڈے بزرگوں نے غلط دین نہیں دسیا نہ حضرت عثمان کو کسی نے مشورہ دیا کہ دریائے دجلہ میں سے بہا دیں یا دریائے نیل میں بہا دیں دونوں جگہ پہ مسلمانوں کی حکومت تھی سب سے سیف طریقہ یہ ہے گھروں میں بھی اپ کے پاس جو قرانیں قران کے اوراق ہوں یا دینیات کی کتابیں یا کوئی ایسی ایات اذکار لکھے ہوئے تو انہیں ردی میں نہ دیں اپ اور نہ یہ ہونا چاہیے کہ اس طرح کی چیزیں ردی میں پہنچ کے لفافے بن جائیں ویسے تو اب سپریم کورٹ کی اس پابندی کے بعد اب عرصہ دراز سے اپ کو کبھی بھی مارکیٹ کے اندر اس طرح کے کاغذ جن پہ انک کے ساتھ کچھ لکھا ہو خواہ وہ اخبار ہوں یا کتابیں ہوں وہ نظر نہیں ائیں گے کیونکہ وہ مضر صحت ہے اس کے ساتھ اگر کوئی چیز ٹچ کر جائے ایون نان ٹچ کرتا ہے تو سیاہی کا اثر جو اس پہ جاتا ہے وہ بھی مضر صحت ہے اس لیے یہ پابندی لگا دی تھی اور بڑا اچھا کام کیا انہوں نے بے حرمتی والا ایلیمنٹ تو الگ سے تھا تو اب وہ ردی اپ نے ظاہر ہے ردی والے کو دینی ہے تو پھر بے حرمتی کا چکر ہو جائے گا تو بہتر یہ ہے کہ گھروں میں اپ ایک ادھ لوہے کی بالٹی رکھیں اپنی چھت کے اوپر پرانے کاغذ جب بھی جمع ہوں اس میں ڈالیں اور ان کو اگ لگا دیں جب ان کی راکھ بن جائے مکمل طور پر راکھ تو اسے پانی میں بہا دیں ظاہر ہے وہ قران تو اب رہا ہی نہیں وہ راکھ بن چکی ہے یہ سب سے سیف طریقہ ہے یا جو تنظیمیں ریٹریو کرتی ہیں ان کے حوالے کریں وہ بھی کیا کرتے ہیں جا کے دریاؤں میں یا ڈیمز میں پھینکتے ہیں اپ دریائے جہلم ہم سے یہاں پہ واکنگ ڈسٹنس پہ ہے بمشکل یہاں سے ایک کلومیٹر ہو گا یہ سڑک پار کر کے پیچھے جیسے ہی گرمیوں میں تھوڑا پانی کم ہوتا ہے ڈیم کا پانی روک لیا جاتا ہے تو وہی سارے قران جو ہیں وہ اپ کو کنارے پہ ریت کے اوپر پڑے ہوئے نظر اتے ہیں صحیح طریقے سے ڈمپ نہیں کیے جاتے یا کریں بھی تو پانی خشک ہو گیا تو باہر ہی نکلنے ہیں نا تو بہتر طریقہ اگ لگانا ہی ہے اور اگر دریا میں بھی پھینکنا ہے اپ نے یا ڈیم کے اندر بھی تو کسی مضبوط بوری میں اسے ڈال کے اس میں پتھر ڈالیں اوپر سے اس کا منہ بند کریں ایک کشتی کرائے پہ لیں اور جہاں پانی خشک نہیں ہوتا یا ڈیپ واٹر ہے وہاں پہ جا کے اپ اس کو ڈالیں تاکہ وہ پیندے میں جا کے بیٹھ جائے کل کو اگر پانی خشک بھی ہو تو وہ باہر نہ نکلے یہ پھر طریقہ ہے اور یہ مشکل طریقہ ہے سب سے سیف طریقہ اگ لگانا ہے لیکن خدا کسی سامنے نہ لانا نہیں تو اگلا نمبر تہاڈا لگ گیا جائے ویسے تو ہر گلی محلے میں تندور بھی موجود ہے ان کے ساتھ بھی نیکی ہے اگر ان کو چند ایک صفحات اس طرح کے دے دیے جائیں چلیں وہ اس میں جلا لیں گے وہ تھوڑی اگ اس سے حاصل کر لیں گے لیکن خطرہ یہ والا رہے گا کیونکہ ہم جاہلوں کے ملک میں رہ رہے ہیں انہیں قران و سنت بھی نہیں صحیح بتایا گیا اور اگر انہیں کوئی سمجھاتا ہے طریقے سے تو یہ لوگ اس کی جان کے دشمن ہو جاتے ہیں اپ دیکھ لیں ہمارے جو بھائی ہیں اقرار اقرار الحسن ان پہ بھی دیکھیں حملہ کر دیا ہے وہ شف سرکار نے اس کا وہ رائٹ ہینڈ ہے بندہ جو سامنے ایا ہوا ہے اس کی گاڑی روک لی ہے اس کے اوپر انہوں نے ڈنڈوں سے اور پتہ نہیں کیا شیشہ سامنے ونڈ سکرین بھی توڑ دی اس کے بعد تیزاب پھینکا میری اس سے دو دن پہلے بات ہوئی میں نے کہا شکر کرو کوئی گن لے کے نہیں ایا ہوا تھا ادھر یار تمہیں کس نے کہا ہے تم ٹارزن بنو اس طرح بھئی میں نے کہا یار جب تم تم ڈیکلیئرڈ کسی جگہ پہ جا رہے ہو تو اس طرح پبلکلی تمہیں نہیں جانا چاہیے تمہیں چاہیے چپ کر کے ایک موٹر بائیک کے پیچھے بیٹھو کہیں پچھلے دروازے سے اندر انٹر ہو جاؤ اب اس طرح اعلانیہ انٹر ہو گئے تو وہ تو تیار بیٹھے ہوئے ہیں جدھر جدھر جاؤ گے وہ بندے پیچھے بھیجے گا ان کا تو طریقہ واردات ہی ہے ابھی تو صرف تضاب پھینکا ہے نا مجھے بتائیں اگر وہ گولی چلا دیتا خدانخواستہ اقرار کو لگ جاتی اقرار کو نہ لگتی ساتھ والے کو لگ جاتی تو کیا ضرورت ہے جناب ٹارزن بننے کی اگر اپ اپ نے کام اس طرح کا کرنا ہے پھر اپ کو ٹارزن بننے کی ضرورت نہیں ہے نہ اپ سیکیورٹی کے ساتھ جتنے مرضی باڈی گارڈ اپ رکھ لیں کسی باڈی گارڈ نے جب گولی چلی تو اس نے نہیں سامنے ا کے کھڑے ہونا اس ٹائم ہوش ہی نہیں ہوتی انسان کو اپنا اپ بچانے کی لوگ کوشش کرتے ہیں تو ضرورت ہی نہیں ہے کہ اپ اس طریقے سے ڈیکلیئرڈ کسی جگہ پہ جا رہے ہیں تو وہاں پہ بھی اپ پبلک میں سے گزر کے جائیں کہ ٹھیک ہے کوئی اپ کو ا کے اس طریقے سے نقصان پہنچائے یہ کوئی اسلام نے اپ کو اس قسم کی تعلیمات نہیں دی ہوئی ہیں اپنی سیفٹی کے ساتھ چلیں اور پھر جرات یہ ہے کہ جب اس طریقے سے حملہ کرتے ہیں بعد میں جب وہی میں نے اپ کو بتایا میرے اوپر جن لوگوں نے اٹیک کیا انہوں نے بھی صحت جرم سے انکار کیا ہوا ہے ادھر انے سے پہلے کہتے ہیں پھندہ چوم لوں گا بعد میں کہتے ہیں ہم تو گئے ہی نہیں تھے وہاں بڑوں سے لے کے چھوٹوں تک سارے معافیاں مانگتے ائے ہیں میں نے اپنی ویڈیوز میں کئی دفعہ دکھایا ہے ساری کہانیاں بنا بنا کے اپ کو بتائی ہوئی ہیں یہ پہلے دن ہی جوش ہوتا ہے اہستہ اہستہ جوش سارا نکل جاتا ہے جیل کا اپ کو اندازہ ہی نہیں ہے 24 گھنٹے وہاں جو ہیں وہ ایک سال کے برابر ہوتے ہیں اتنی مشکل زندگی ہے جیل کی تو سارا عشق نکل جاتا ہے یہاں یہ حالت ہے لوگوں کو اس طریقے سے مروا دیتے ہیں یہ اگر کوئی اصلاح کی کوشش بھی کرے تو تو ہم گورنمنٹ سے یہی کہیں گے کہ اس طرح کے جتنے واقعات ہیں ان کو فورا سے پہلے منطقی انجام تک پہنچایا کریں اور بالکل کوئی لحاظ نہ کیا کریں راہ ان کا معاملہ ان کو ایکسپوز کریں ایکسپوز کرنے کا طریقہ یہ ہے کہ یہ جتنے بھی قران کی حرمت کے لیے نکلے ہیں نا جب ان کو گرفتار کریں نا ان ساروں کو بٹھائیں ان کے سامنے رکھیں قران اور ویڈیو بنائیں ان کی انہوں نے کہیں پڑھو ذرا قران پہلے تو یہ دیکھ کے پڑھ کے بتاؤ نا پورا قران اور پھر ساتھ ترجمہ بھی کرو ایک منٹ یہ نکلنے لگا سمیت مولوی دے پھر عوام کو بتائیں کہ یہ ہیں عاشقان قران ان کا قران سے یہ عشق ہے کہ انہیں پتہ ہی نہیں قران میں کیا لکھا ہوا ہے ٹوٹل قران کے ساتھ ان کی یہ عقیدت ہے جس کو یہی پتہ نہیں قران میں کیا لکھا ہوا ہے وہ یہ کہہ رہا ہے میں قران سے عقیدت رکھتا ہوں تو نے تو اس کتاب کو اس قابل نہیں سمجھا تو نے تو ایک اخباری خبر جتنی اہمیت بھی نہیں دی اللہ کی کتاب کو یہ تیری ٹوٹل عقیدت ہے دو نمبری کے اوپر مبنی ہے قران تو کہہ رہا ہے اے نبی تم فرماؤ قران مجھے اللہ نے اس لیے وحی کیا کہ میں اس کے ذریعے تمہیں اخرت کا ڈر سناؤں اور جس تک یہ کتاب پہنچ جائے اس کتاب کے ذریعے اخرت کا ڈر رسول اللہ کا وسیع قران اپ کا خلیفہ قران اپ صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم کی اخری وصیت قران انسٹرومنٹ اف دعوت قران ہدناس وبینات من الہدی والفرقان پوری انسانیت کے لیے ہدایت اور اس میں روشن دلائل ہیں ہدایت کے اور حق اور باطل میں تمیز کرنے والی کتاب کتاب بھی الفرقان اور صاحب قران بھی الفرقان جو بخاری میں حدیث ہے محمد فرق بین الناس محمد لوگوں میں حق اور باطل میں فرق ہے صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم تو قران کو تو ہم نے پیٹھ کے پیچھے ڈالا ہوا ہے سورۃ الفرقان میں اللہ تعالی نے فرمایا کہ قیامت کے دن رسول اللہ شکایت کریں گے ہمیں تو صرف ادھی بات بتائی گئی کہ نبی علیہ السلام شفاعت کریں گے انشاءاللہ ضرور کریں گے شفاعت ان کی ہوگی جو شفاعت کے حقدار ہوں گے محمود مقام محمود بالکل برحق ہے لیکن یہ ایت ہمیں کیوں نہیں بتائیور رسول اللہ شکایت کریں گے کہ میری امت نے قران کو پیٹھ کے پیچھے ڈال دیا تھا جس کی شکایت ہو رہی ہوگی شفاعت والا معاملہ تو پھر رہ ہی گیا نا اور جنہوں نے شکایت لگانی ہے وہ رو رہے ہیں امت کہہ رہی ہے جو کچھ بھی ہے تیرے محبوب کی امت سے ہے اور محبوب رو رہے ہیں کہ مجھے امت کے خلاف گواہی دینی پڑنی ہے میرا خیال ہے اس میں ایک ایلیمنٹ یہ بھی ہے کہ حضور اس لیے بھی روتے تھے کہ امت نے تو مجھ سے امیدیں لگائی ہوئی ہیں ان کو نہیں میں نے تو ان کی شکایت لگانی ہے یہ بھی ایک ریزن تھی حضور کے رونے کی بخاری مسلم دونوں میں حدیث ہے نبی علیہ السلام ایک ایک دن ممبر پہ چڑھے عبداللہ ابن مسعود کہتے ہیں مجھے حضور نے دیکھا مجھے کہا عبداللہ ہمارے قریب اؤ کہتے ہیں میں قریب گیا کہا عبداللہ قران سناؤ تو میں نے عرض کی اللہ کے رسول قران تو اپ پہ نازل ہوا ہے اپ تلاوت کریں ہم سنتے ہیں اپ نے فرمایا نہیں مجھے اور لوگوں سے سن کے لطف محسوس ہوتا ہے تو عبداللہ ابن مسعود کہتے ہیں میں نے سورۃ النساء کی تلاوت شروع کر دی چالیس ایات پڑھ دیں یعنی اپ اندازہ کریں کم از کم ادھا گھنٹہ حضور تلاوت سنتے رہے ظاہر ہے وہ اپ والی یعلمون تعلمون تو نہیں سورہ نساء کی جب 41 نمبر ایت پہ پہنچے نا جس میں اللہ تعالی نے فرمایا کہ وہ وقت کیسا ہوگا کہ جب ہم ہر امت میں سے ایک گواہ کو اٹھائیں گے وقت کے پیغمبر کو تاکہ وہ گواہی دے اہل ایمان کے حق میں اور اپنے مخالف کے خلاف اور اے نبی ہم تمہیں گواہ بنا کر لائیں گے ان مشرکین عرب کے اوپر تو بس یہ ایت سننی تھی حضور نے کہا عبداللہ بس کرو عبداللہ بس کرو کہتے ہیں میں نے نگاہ اٹھا کے دیکھا حضور کی انکھوں سے انسو رواں تھے اپ کی داڑھی مبارک پہ ا چکے تھے کہ مجھے اپنی امت کے خلاف گواہی دینی پڑے گی قران کے انکار کرنے کی وجہ سے جو امت نے کیا یعنی جنہوں نے ہماری شفاعت کرنی ہے وہ تو یہ رو رہے ہیں کہ شفاعت کیا میں نے تو کی شکایت لگانی ہے کہ انہوں نے قران پہ عمل نہیں کیا اور امت کیا کہہ رہی ہے جو کچھ بھی ہے تیرے محبوب کی امت سے ہے تو محبوب تو پہلے ہی بتا گیا ہے بخاری مسلم میں حدیث ہے نبی علیہ السلام نے فرمایا دیکھنا کوئی شخص مال غنیمت میں زکوۃ کے معاملات میں خرد برد نہ کرے ایسا نہ ہو قیامت کے دن اس کا اونٹ اس کی گردن پر سوار ہو اور وہ مجھے پکار رہا ہوسنی یا رسول اللہ اے اللہ کے رسول میری مدد کریں میں نے تمہارے کچھ کام نہیں انا میں نے تمہیں دنیا میں بتا دیا تھا کہ اللہ کا حق ادا کرنا ہے اپنے مال مویشی میں کہیں ایسا نہ ہو کسی کی گردن پہ اس کی گائے سوار ہو اور وہ کہے اگفنی یا رسول اللہ اے اللہ کے رسول میری مدد کریں میں تمہارے کچھ کام نہیں اؤں گا میں نے تمہیں دنیا میں بتا دیا تھا اچھا حیران کن بات بتاؤں یہ ایک یعنی تفنن والی بات بھی ہے اور لمحہ فکریہ بھی ہے جب ہم میٹرک میں تھے نا تو اس وقت انجمن طلبہ اسلام ایک بریلویوں کی تنظیم ہوتی تھی دعوت اسلامی تو بعد میں منظر عام پہ ائی بڑے لیول کے اوپر تو انہوں نے باقاعدہ نا اتنے اتنے بیچ بنوائے ہوئے تھے ان پہ لکھا ہوتا تھا اغفنی یا رسول اللہ اج بھی جو اسلامیہ یونیورسٹی بہاولپور ہے نا وہاں پہ اے ٹی ائی کا ہی ہولڈ ہے تو اپ وہ دیکھیں گے وہ گرین کلر کا بیج ہوتا ہے اس میں گولڈن کلر کا لکھا ہوتا ہے اغینی یا رسول اللہ صرف ان ظالموں سے پوچھو یہ جو تم نے اغتنی یا رسول اللہ لکھا ہے اے اللہ کے رسول ہماری مدد کریں یہ تو تم نے بنایا ہوا ہے یہ جو الفاظ ہیں یہ اٹھائے کہاں سے ہیں جہاں لکھے ہوئے ہیں وہاں تو لکھا ہے میں نے مدد کرنی ہی کوئی نہیں کتنی حیران کن بات ہے ہر چیز ہی الٹ نکل رہی ہے نماز قادیانی والی نکل ائی کتنی کن بات ہے قادیانی رفع الیدین نہیں کرتے بعد میں پتہ چلا بخاری مسلم میں تو رفع الیدین لکھا ہوا ہے نہ قادیانی نہیں کرتے ہیں نہ بریلوی دیوبندی کرتے ہیں نماز بھی قادیانی والی نکل ائی غوث پاک دی گیارہوں کھاندے رہے غوث پاک کی نماز رفع الیدین والی نکلی گیارہویں کھاڑ والے دی جڑی نماز ہے وہ قادیانی والی نکل ائی یہ میں ٹونٹ کے طور پر بات کر رہا ہوں چونکہ یہ انہوں نے خود بات کی ہوئی تھی پبلک میں یہی مشہور کیا ہوا تھا جو سنت کے مطابق نماز شروع کرے اسے کہتے تھے یہ قادیانی ہو جائے گا وہ تو ہم نے بتایا کہ بھئی جو سنت کے مطابق نماز شروع کرے وہ کہاں سے قادیانی ہوگا قادیانی والی نماز تو تمہاری ہے دیکھا کیسا دھبکے جے گئے جے بیک فٹ تے چڑھے ہوئے سن اتے پوری امت نوں انہاں نے گستاخی دی نیزے دی نوک تے رکھیا سی چک کے پرے ماریا انہاں نوں میرے نبی سا ہائے ہی کوئی نہیں تیرے بابے تے شے ہی کوئی نہیں چک کے پرے سٹیا پرے کے سٹیا جناب 112 کلومیٹر پر سیکنڈ دی ویلاسٹی نال اسکیپ ویلاسٹی نال باہر سٹ دیتا ہے انہاں نوں ہاں اے ہن کیمل دی نہیں ملاقات ہوئے گی اس پلینٹ ار تے واپس نہیں اندے اگئے اللہ کے فضل کے ساتھ تو یہ تماشہ لگایا ہوا تھا ان لوگوں نے اپ لوگوں کے ساتھ یہ ان لوگوں کی حالت تھی پھر نبی علیہ السلام نے فرمایا ہو سکتا ہے کسی کی گردن پہ بکری سوار ہو اور وہ کہیں اگیس نہیں یا رسول اللہ میں نے تمہارے کوئی کام نہیں انا میں نے دنیا میں تمہیں بتا دیا تھا تمہیں کیا بتایا بخاری مسلم کی حدیث ہے اے میری بیٹی فاطمہ میرے مال سے جو لینا ہے لے لے اگر اللہ کے حضور پکڑی گئی تو میں تیرے کچھ کام نہیں اؤں گا فاطمہ کے جیسا ہے ہی کوئی نہیں تیرے سارے بزرگ بابے تھے شے ہی کوئی نہیں یہ اصل میں بابوں کو ٹارگٹ کیا گیا تھا کہ کہیں یہ نہ تمہیں لعا لگائیں کہ ہم نے جنت میں لے کے جانا ہے ہاں صحیح مسلم میں حدیث ہے جس کے عمل نے اسے پیچھے چھوڑ دیا اس کا نصب اسے اگے نہیں لے کے جا سکتا ہاں دیکھیں کوئی یہ نہیں کہہ سکتا میں سید ہوں اگر عمل نے پیچھے چھوڑ دیا اب سید ہوں نا اسے فائدہ نہیں دے سکتا ہاں اگر عمل درست ہوئے تو پھر نسبت بھی فائدہ دے گی پھر بخاری مسلم میں ہے پھر فاطمہ ہی جنتی عورتوں کی سردار ہے ہاں پھر جامعہ ترمذی میں ایا ہے کہ حسن و حسین ہی جنتی نوجوانوں کے سردار ہیں وہ بات الگ اپنی جگہ موجود لیکن اعمال بھی ہوں پھر یہ چیز ساتھ ایڈ ہوگی تو یہاں تو ہمیں ہر چیز ہی غلط بتائی گئی قران کے نام کے اوپر ان لوگوں نے اپ لوگوں کو بس اسی چکر میں ڈال کے رکھا ہے جی قران کی بے حرمتی ہوگی فلاں جگہ قران کو اگ لگا دی یورپ اور امریکہ میں قران کے ساتھ یہ ہو رہا ہے سب سے بڑے ظالم تم لوگ ہو جب تمہارا مولوی جمعہ کے ممبر پہ یہ ا کے کہتا ہے قران و حدیث ڈائریکٹ نہ پڑھنا گمراہ ہو جاؤ گے مجھے بتائیں کہ اس سے بڑی قران کے ساتھ دشمنی کیا ہو سکتی ہے کلپ نہیں اپ لوگوں نے دیکھے میں نے انہیں گل پوائنٹ پہ کہا ہے کہ تم یہ بولو تاکہ میں تمہارے خلاف کلپ بناواں پھر خود بولا ہے نا انہوں نے کہ قران حدیث اپ نے ڈائریکٹ نہیں پڑھنا گمراہ ہو جاؤ گے یہ ڈائریکٹ پڑھنا پتہ نہیں کیا کہتے ہیں کس کو ڈائریکٹ پڑھنا ہے یہ کہتے ہیں ڈائریکٹ تو کوئی بھی نہیں پڑھ رہا ہوتا ترجمے تم لوگوں نے کیے ہوئے ہیں ڈائریکٹ بیچارہ کون سا پڑھ رہا ہوتا ہے اگر کوئی اج اعلی حضرت احمد بریلوی کا ترجمہ پڑھتا ہے یا اشرف علی تھانوی کا پڑھتا ہے تو ڈائریکٹ تو قران پڑھ ہی نہیں رہا تھانوی صاحب نے ہی ہماری لینگویج میں ٹرانسلیٹ کیا احمد بریلوی نے ہماری لینگویج میں ٹرانسلیٹ کیا تاکہ عوام کو پتہ چلے انہیں تو عربی اتی تھی انہیں ترجمہ انہوں نے اس لیے تو نہیں کیا کہ اس کو بیچ کے تو کمائیاں کھانی تھیں انہوں نے ہو سکتا ہے اسی لیے کیا ہو لیکن ہم حسن زن رکھ لیتے ہیں انہوں نے تو عوام کی بہتری کے لیے سب کچھ کیا تھا اب عوام کو ترجمہ بھی نہیں پڑھنے دیتے کیوں انہیں پتہ ہے ہمارے عقیدے اس کے خلاف ہیں یہ اتنے بڑے دشمن ہیں قران کے اور نبی علیہ السلام صحیح مسلم اٹھا کے دیکھیں حجت الوداع کے موقع پر نبی علیہ السلام نے فرمایا میں اپنے بعد تم میں وہ چیز چھوڑ کر جا رہا ہوں کہ اسے مضبوطی سے پکڑ لو گے کبھی گمراہ نہیں ہو گے وہ اللہ کی کتاب ہے مسلم شریف میں حجۃ الوداع کے خطبے میں صرف قران کا ذکر ہے ہاں المستدرک للحاکم میں ساتھ سنت کا بھی ذکر ایا مسلم شریف میں صرف قران کا ذکر ہے ظاہر ہے قران کو ماننا سنت کو ماننا ایک ہی چیز ہے قران نے ہی ہمیں بتایا ناسولہ جس نے رسول اللہ کی اطاعت کی اس نے اللہ کی اطاعت کی پھر غدیر خم کی جو اوپر تلے چار احادیث ہیں صحیح مسلم کی وفات سے ڈیڑھ دو مہینے پہلے حضور کہہ رہے ہیں صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم حجۃ الوداع سے واپس ا رہے ہیں مکے اور مدینے کے درمیان خم نامی گاؤں میں خطبہ دیا اے لوگوں اگ ہو جاؤ میں بھی ایک انسان ہوں قریب ہے کہ اللہ کا قاصد یعنی موت کا فرشتہ میرے پاس ائے اور میں اس کی دعوت قبول کر لوں میں اپنے بعد تم میں دو بھاری چیزیں چھوڑ کے جا رہا ہوں ان میں سے پہلی چیز اللہ کی کتاب ہے اس میں ہدایت ہے اس میں نور ہے تم اللہ کی کتاب کو پکڑو اپنا تعلق اس کتاب کے ساتھ مضبوط کرو اللہ کی کتاب اللہ کی رسی ہے یہ کہتے تھے جی رسی میں جی کئی ایک ریشے ہوتے ہیں ایک بابوں کا ہوتا ہے ایک بزرگوں کا ہوتا ہے اور مار چھڑے تہاڈے بابے نبی علیہ السلام فرما رہے ہیں اللہ کی رسی قران ہے جو قران کو پکڑے گا وہ ہدایت پر ہوگا جو چھوڑ دے گا گمراہ ہو جائے گا اتنے زیادہ جملے قران کی تعریف میں کسی صحیح حدیث میں نہیں ائے جو غدیر خم کی حدیث میں ائے اور دوسری بھاری چیز میرے اہل البیت ہے میں اپنے اہل البیت کے معاملے میں تمہیں اللہ کا خوف دلاتا ہوں میں اپنے اہل البیت کے معاملے میں تمہیں اللہ کا خوف دلاتا ہوں میں اپنے اہل البیت کے معاملے میں تمہیں اللہ کا خوف دلاتا ہوں میرے بعد ان کے ساتھ حسن سلوک کرنا امت نے ایک نہیں مانی قران کو پکڑا نہیں ہے اور اہل بیت کو زندہ چھوڑا نہیں ہے الٹ چلی امت تو پھر یہی کچھ ہونا تھا جو ہمارے ساتھ ہو رہا ہے بھائی ہاں نبی علیہ السلام نے تو بالکل کلیئر کٹ اپ کا کوئی خطبہ نہیں ہوتا تھا صحیح مسلم میں 2005 نمبر حدیث ہے بخاری میں بھی موقوفا موجود ہے ابن مسعود سے کہ نبی علیہ السلام جب بھی خطبہ دیتے نا تو اپ کی اواز بلند ہو جاتی غصے میں اضافہ ہو جاتا انکھیں سرخ ہو جاتی جیسے کوئی جرنیل اپنی فوج کو تیار کر رہا ہے یہ غامدی سٹائل یا طارق جمیل سٹائل نہیں ہوتا تھا ڈاکٹر اسرار سٹائل یا انجینئر والا سٹائل انکھیں سرخ غصے میں اضافہ اواز بلند اسی سے تبدیلی ائی ہے مڑ مڑ کر کے دنیا کوئی تبدیلی انی ہے اتنا سا میرا کلپ کہیں پہنچ جائے نا بندہ جڑا پہلی وار ہوندا وہ ہل جاندا ہے ٹک ٹاک تے اینے انے کلپ نے وہ کہندے بندہ کیڑا ہو یار توبہ توبہ توبہ توبہ ہمارے ایک سٹوڈنٹ ائے وہ ڈاکٹر احمد صاحب وہ کینیڈا میں ہوتے ہیں وہ کہتے ہیں میں نے اپنی والدہ کو بھیجا تو مجھے وہ کہتی ہیں اوئے تے اگ ہے اوئے اگ واقعی اگ ہے کوئی ایک چھوٹا جا کلپ بندے ہل جاندے نے یار اتنے کانفیڈنس سے بات کر رہا ہے حالانکہ یہ کوئی تکبر نہیں ہے یہ میرا ایمان ہے میں اتنا سا کانفیڈنس لوز کر جاؤں تو میرا تو پھر قران پہ ایمان ہی نہ رہا میں سمجھتا ہوں کہ نبی علیہ السلام نے جو فرمایا وہ حق ہے تو فرمایا انکھیں سرخ ہو جاتی اواز بلند ہو جاتی غصے میں اضافہ ہو جاتا جیسا کہ کوئی جرنیل اپنی فوج کو تیار کر رہا ہو اور اپ فرماتے کہ میں اور قیامت اس طرح ساتھ بھیجے گئے ہیں جس طرح یہ دو انگلیاں پھر اپ فرماتے ہیں اما بعد الحدیث کتاب اللہ صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم اگاہ ہو جاؤ سب سے بہترین کلام اللہ کی کتاب ہے سب سے ہدایت یافتہ راستہ محمد صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم کا ہے بدترین کام وہ ہیں جو دین میں نئے جاری کیے جائیں یہ تمام نئے کام بدعتیں ہیں تمام بدعتیں گمراہیاں ہیں تمام گمراہیاں جہنم میں لے جانے والی یار اس سے زیادہ اپ کو کیسے سمجھایا جائے تسیں اہم بھی بابیاں دے سلسلے چلاندے رہو جتھے بابا جانا ہے اتھے بھی جاؤ تو سہی ہاں تو نبی علیہ السلام نے ایک ایک چیز کھول کے بیان کی ہے اس ٹاپک پہ تو میں فی البدی کافی بول سکتا ہوں سویڈن میں جب یہ اگ لگائی گئی قران کو اس کے بعد بھی مختلف جگہوں پہ تو میں نے کئی ایک اس حوالے سے ویڈیوز ریکارڈ کروائی ہیں وہ اپ دیکھ سکتے ہیں ایک اخری حدیث بخاری کی میری فیورٹ حدیث ہے اس اعتبار سے بھی کہ اس کو پہلے کسی نے ہائی لائٹ نہیں کیا یہ اس پلیٹ فارم کی قسمت میں ہے کہ اس حدیث کو بخاری سے دریافت کر کے پبلک کے سامنے رکھا جائے حالانکہ یہ دریافت کرنا بھی کوئی مشکل نہیں تھا یہ بخاری کے اس چیپٹر میں ہے کہ اس چیپٹر کا نام ہی ہے کتاب الاحتسام بالکتاب والسن قران و سنت کو مضبوطی سے پکڑنا اس میں یہ حدیث موجود ہے نبی علیہ السلام کی وفات کے بعد جب حضرت ابوبکر کو خلیفہ چنا گیا تو اگلے دن مسجد نبوی میں میں ایک سرمنی رکھی گئی ظاہر ہے نبی علیہ السلام کی وفات کا غم تازہ تھا تو صحیح بخاری کے الفاظ ہیں کہ حضرت ابوبکر کے خطبہ دینے سے پہلے حضرت عمر ممبر پہ چڑھے ایک سمجھ لیں پروٹوکول کے طور پہ اپ کو دعوت دینے کے لیے تو ایک چھوٹا سا خطبہ انہوں نے بھی دیا وہ بخاری میں ہے الفاظ بڑے یونیک ہیں حضرت عمر کہتے ہیں دیکھو اللہ تعالی نے اپنے نبی کے لیے وہ وہ پسند کیا جو ان کے حق میں بہتر ہے یعنی اللہ کے حضور وہ چلے گئے خیر من الاولی رسول اللہ کا ہر انے والا لمحہ گزرے ہوئے سے بہتر ہے پھر امت کے غم سے بھی جان چھوٹ گئی یہاں تو ائے دن غم اللہ کی جنتوں میں چلے گئے رسول اللہ کے لیے اللہ نے وہ پسند کیا جو اللہ کے پاس ہے اور تمہارے لیے نبی علیہ السلام نے اپنے بعد وہ کتاب چھوڑی ہے اللہ کی کتاب یہ وہ کتاب ہے جس کے ذریعے اللہ نے اپنے نبی کو ہدایت دی اور تم بھی اس کتاب کو مضبوطی سے پکڑ لو کہ جس کے ذریعے اللہ نے اپنے نبی کو ہدایت دی دو بار یہ جملہ بولا یہاں تو کوئی کہہ دے نا کہ نبی کو ہدایت دی تو کہتے ہیں یہ جی نبی پہلے گمراہ تھے نعوذ باللہ اوئے ڈنگرو نہ تہانوں قران دا پتہ نہ حدیث دا پتا یہ حضرت عمر نے خطبہ دیا ہے تو یہ عمر کا کوئی غلام ہی تمہیں سمجھائے گا اس بات کا مطلب کیا تھا نبی اپنی ہدایت سے لے کے وا تک ہدایت پہ ہوتا ہے لیکن اعلی درجے کی ہدایت اسے اس وقت ملتی ہے جب اللہ تعالی اس کے اوپر وحی کا نزول فرماتا ہے جو سورہ شوری میں ایا ہے مادری الکتاب الایمان اے اللہ کے نبی قران کے نزول سے پہلے نہ تو اپ کتاب کے بارے میں جانتے تھے نہ ایمان کی تفصیلات کے بارے میں اللہ نے اس قران کے ذریعے اپ کے لیے ہدایت کو واضح کیا ہے اور بے شک اب اپ بھی لوگوں کو ہدایت کے راستے کی طرف رہنمائی کرتے ہیں رسول اللہ کی ہدایت کاملہ قران کی بنیاد پہ ہوئی وجدہ اے نبی تمہیں ہم نے اپنی محبت میں خود رفتہ پایا تو ہدایت کے اعلی ترین درجے پر پہنچا دیا انیشل ہدایت ہوتی ہے لیکن اعلی درجے کی ہدایت وہ قران کے ذریعے ہے صاحبکم وماوا تمہارے نبی نہ کبھی بہکے ہیں نہ کبھی بے راہ چلے ہیں لہذا یہ جو اعلی حضرت نے ترجمہ کیا ہے وجدال فہدا یہ بالکل صحیح ہے یہاں بال کا مطلب گمراہی نہیں ہے محبت میں خود رفتہ پایا بعض لوگ کہتے ہیں یہ اتنا عجیب سا ترجمہ قران میں فٹ ان بیٹھتا ہے بھئی سورہ یوسف میں ہے مبین بے شک ہمارے ابا یوسف کی محبت میں ڈوب چکے ہیں وہاں کوئی یہ ترجمہ نہیں کر سکتا ہمارے ابا گمراہ ہو چکے ہیں اگر حضرت یعقوب کے بیٹے بیٹوں نے اپنے باپ کو یہ کہا ہوتا کہ ہمارے ابا گمراہ ہو چکے ہیں یوسف کی محبت میں تو ابا تو گمراہ نہیں ہوا وہ خود کافر ہو جاتے اور وہ کافر تو نہیں تھے صحابہ تھے ڈبل صحابی ہوئے حضرت یوسف کے بھی حضرت یعقوب کے بھی تو ترجمہ یہی بنتا ہے سورہ یوسف میں کہ یوسف علیہ السلام کے بھائیوں نے کہا ہمارے ابا جان یوسف کی محبت میں ڈوب چکے ہیں لفظ وہی ایا ضال غیر المغضوب علیہم الضالین یہ دو کا لفظ جب پیغمبروں کے لیے اتا ہے تو ان معنوں میں نہیں ہوتا کیونکہ قران واضح کہہ رہا ہے تمہارے نبی کبھی گمراہ ہوئے ہی نہیں ہیں توجہ اے نبی تمہیں اپنی محبت میں خود رفتہ پایا منزل مقصود تک پہنچا دیا یعنی محبت کی گہرائی میں ڈوبنا کسی کے لیے تڑپ رکھنا اسے بھی دوال کہا جاتا ہے مبین ابا جان تو یوسف کی محبت میں ڈوب چکے ہیں گمراہ نہیں ہو چکے بیٹے کی محبت میں اگر کوئی ڈوب چکا ہے گمراہ تو نہیں ہوا کیا مطلب شرک شروع کر دیا ہے کوئی کوئی چھوٹی پرسنیلٹی ہے یعقوب بن اسحاق بن ابراہیم بنی اسرائیل کے باپ بارہ بیٹے انہی کے تھے تو اس لیے قران کی یہ میں نے ساتھ کلیریفیکیشن کر دی یہ وہ چند ایک باتیں ہوتی ہیں جس کی وجہ سے نا یہ اس طرح کی حدیثوں کو چھپا لیتے ہیں کہ جی حضرت عمر نے کہہ دیا کہ اللہ نے قران کے ذریعے اپنے نبی کو ہدایت دی اور رسول اللہ نے بھی اپنے بعد قران کو کو چھوڑا ہے تم بھی اسے پکڑو ہدایت پاؤ گے کہ جس کے ذریعے نبی کو ہدایت دی گئی وہ کہتے ہیں اوہو ہاتھ پاؤں پھول جاتے ہیں یہ ہے وہ چیز جو اپ کہتے ہیں قران حدیث ڈائٹ نہیں پڑھنی اچھا او منحوسوں قران حدیث ڈائٹ پڑھ کے اگر گمراہ ہو رہے ہیں تو تم سمجھا دو نا انجینئر صاحب تو سب کچھ پڑھ رہے ہیں سمجھا بھی رہے ہیں میں نے پچھلے ربیع الاول میں 12 قران کی گستاخانہ ایات جنہیں یہ بیان کرنے کو گستاخی سمجھتے ہیں بار شریعت میں لکھا ہے مفتی امجد علی نے کہ اس قسم کے واقعات قران سے بیان کرنا جس میں اللہ تعالی نے اپنے نبیوں کو سرزنش کی ہے کوئی اجتہادی غلطی پہ ان کا درس دینا حرام ہے یعنی قران پڑھنا ہی حرام ہو گیا تو میں نے بتایا تھا کہ اج میں وہ ساری ایات ڈھونڈ ڈھونڈ کے نا ان کا درس دینے لگا ہوں اور میری زندگی کے چند کریٹیکل لیکچرز میں سے ہیں وہ ٹوٹل بارہ ایات میں نے قران سے ڈھونڈیں اور ان کے اوپر میں نے درس دیا ان کے کنٹیکسٹ میں اور بھی ایات میں نے ڈسکس کیں 30 چالیس کے قریب ایات میرا دعوی ہے کہ اس سے ہٹ کے کوئی ایت قران میں ایسی نہیں ہے جس کے بارے میں کسی کو کوئی کنفیوژن ا سکے ہے ایک ایک چیز کو اپنی جگہ پہ رکھ کے بیان کیا ہے تم جسے رسول اللہ کی شان میں گستاخی سمجھ رہے ہو نا یہ ایات وہ ہیں جو ہمارے پاس ثبوت ہے کہ یہ قران رسول اللہ نے خود نہیں لکھا ورنہ اگر رسول اللہ نے یہ قران خود لکھا ہوتا تو اس میں یہ والی ایات نہ ہوتیں اے نبی تم فرماؤ کہ اگر میں بھی اپنے رب کی نافرمانی کروں تو میں بھی ڈرتا ہوں کہ بڑے دن کا عذاب مجھے بھی اپ پکڑے گا جو شخص خود کتاب لکھتا ہے وہ اپنے بارے میں یہ کچھ تو نہیں لکھتا پھر قران میں یہ ایت نہ ہوتی کہ یہ نبی اگر کوئی چیز ایسی ہماری طرف منسوب کر دیں جو ہم نے وحی نہیں کی ہم ان کا دائیں ہاتھ پکڑ کے ان کی رگ جاں کاٹ دیں اور تم میں سے کوئی ایک بھی ایسا نہ ہو جو رسول اللہ کو ہم سے بچا سکے تو جو شخص خود کتاب لکھے وہ اپنے بارے میں یہ کچھ تو نہیں لکھے گا نبی کا اختیار ہی نہیں تھا اس کتاب کے اوپر یہ اللہ کے کلام کی خوبصورتی ہے کہ وہ بالکل کانفیڈنس کے ساتھ دھڑلے کے ساتھ گفتگو کرتا ہے خالق اور مخلوق کا فرق اپنی جگہ موجود ہے وہ کوئی ختم نہیں کر سکتا سیدھی سی بات ہے تو اس طرح کی ایات کو پکڑتے ہیں وہ جی بڑی گستاخی ہوگی اور گستاخی کہاں سے ہوگی اللہ کے بندوں کائنات کا مالک اپنے ایک بندے کے ساتھ جس کی پیدائش ایک قطرے سے ہوئی ہوئی ہے خواہ وہ کوئی پیغمبر ہو بڑے سے بڑی کوئی شخصیت ہو جب خدا سے بات کرے گا تو پھر تو کمپیریزن ہی کوئی نہیں ہے خدا نے کوئی احترام کے ساتھ بات کرنی ہے جس طرح اپ اپس میں ایک دوسرے کے ساتھ کرتے ہیں بھئی خالق و مخلوق کا فرق ہے وہ تو پھر اس شخصیت کو جسے اللہ نے کہا وجیہ فی الدنیابین دنیا اور اخرت میں ہمارے حضور ان کی وجاہت ہے یہ وجاہت کا مطلب کہ ہمارے دربار میں ان کا وہ مقام ہے جو اور کسی کا نہیں ومن المقربین اور اخرت میں ہمارے قریب بھی لوگوں میں ہوں گے کون عیسی ابن مریم لیکن جب توحید کی باری ائی ہے پھر بالکل ننگی تلوار ہے جی قران ہاں کفر الذین اللہ مریم بے شک وہ لوگ کھلا کفر کر رہے ہیں جو کہہ رہے ہیں کہ اللہ ہی عیسی ابن مریم ہے عیسی ابن مریم ہی اللہ ہے کوئی نہیں اے نبی فرماؤ بھلا اللہ کا کوئی کیا بگاڑ لے گا اگر اللہ ہلاک کر دے مسیح ابن مریم کو ان کی ماں کو جتنے زمین میں ہیں سب کو ہلاک کر دے اللہ کا کوئی کیا بگاڑ لے گا اب اللہ کو کون مشورہ دے کہ یا اللہ تو تو سورہ ال عمران میں کہہ کے ایا ہے یہ اب اچانک تجھے کیا ہو گیا ہے کچھ بھی نہیں ہوا بھئی جب توحید بیان ہوگی اسی طریقے سے ہوگی پھر یہی بیان ہوگا کہ عیسی ان کی ماں روٹی کھانے کے محتاج تھے ہاں عیسی کے جیسا ہے ہی کوئی نہیں عبدالقادر جیلانی تھے شے ہی کوئی نہیں ہاں مریم کے جیسا ہے ہی کوئی نہیں رابعہ بصریہ تھے شے ہی کوئی نہیں ہاں پھر کہا من دون اللہ یہ من دون اللہ ہیں کیونکہ تم نے ان کو اللہ کے مقابلے پہ کھڑا کیا ہے حالانکہ حزب اللہ ہیں لیکن اللہ کے مقابلے پہ لاؤ گے من دون اللہ نہ تمہارے نقصان کے مالک نہ نفع کے ہاں ہم جب کبھی بریلویوں کو پیش کرتے ہیں نا شیعہ کو وہ کہتے ہیں نہیں اس میں ہے کہ عبادت نہ کرو بالکل عبادت کا بھی ہے ذکر لیکن ساتھ یہ بھی ہے نقصان اور نفع کے مالک بھی نہیں ہیں کیونکہ وہ نکل جاتے ہیں وہ کہتے ہیں ہم تو بزرگوں کی عبادت نہیں کرتے ہم اللہ کا بندہ کہتے ہیں ہم کہتے ہیں اگے پڑھ ہاں اگے لکھا ہے نہ تمہارے نقصان کے مالک ہیں نہ نفع کے تو عبادت کرو یا نہ کرو جب تم کسی کو اس طریقے سے مشکل کشا مانو گے تو گویا تم نے اس کو خدائی میں ساتھ شریک کر دیا اس کے لیے اپ ہماری تفصیلی ویڈیو دیکھیں شیطانی توحید شیطانی بابوں کا فتنہ یہ جو اپ کو توحید بتا رہے ہیں نا یہ شیطانی توحید ہے جس میں انہوں نے بزرگوں کو انبیاء سے بڑھا دیا ہوا ہے اور انبیاء کو اللہ سے بڑھا دیا ہوا ہے ہم نے اپ کو رحمانی توحید سکھائی ہے ان کی توحید شیطانی توحید ہے کیونکہ بابوں نے سکھائی ہے ہم نے بابوں کی توحید نہیں ماننی پیغمبروں کی کتابوں کی ماننی ہے بابوں کی نہیں کتابوں کی اور صرف ان بابوں کو جو کتابوں کو مانتے ہیں مرنے سے پہلے اے مسلماں کر لے اس پہ غور کتابوں کا خدا اور ہے بابوں کا خدا اور کتابوں کا پیغمبر اور ہے بابوں کا پیغمبر اور کتابوں کا دیں اور ہے بابوں کا دیں اور اگرچہ وہ اسی اللہ رسول اور دین کے ماننے والے تھے لیکن انہوں نے اس کی تشریحات غلط کیں گویا کہ پھر وہ کسی اور ہی خدا کے ماننے والے تھے یہ لٹریچر کی زبان میں بات ہو رہی ہے اللہ کے فضل سے ہماری باتوں سے اس لیے لوگوں کا دماغ کھلا تو وہ قران کی توہین کا چونکہ ذکر ہوا تھا تو میں نے بتا دیا پریکٹیکلی تو الریڈی یہ سارے گستاخ قران ہیں ہی ہیں اللہ کرے اس ویڈیو کی برکت سے اپ قران ترجمے سے پڑھ کے اپنی اصلاح کر لیں انشاءاللہ صلو علی محمد وال محمد اللہم صلی علی محمد وعلی ال محمد واصحاب محمد وازواج محمد و امت محمد اجمعین الی یوم الدین امین اچھا جی جناب اب اپ کی جو ریئل ٹائم پرچیاں ائی ہیں اللہ کا نام لے کے میں ایک ایک کر کے شروع کرتا ہوں سٹارٹ کرو کرو کرو کرو دیکھ دیکھ دیکھ تو انوں غصہ چڑھایا ہویا اتنا غصہ چڑھیا ہویا انوں توبہ توبہ توبہ توبہ او او ساڈے کیمرے نوں ٹھڈا مارن لگا سی غصے دیکھیں پیر پہ لاندا سی جدا گھوڑے ریس جان کردے نے نہیں اپ کہ پاؤں چیر کے دماغ دماغ جو نظر ا رہا ہے اس کو چیر کے دیکھا ہے کہہ رہا ہے جی کرو کرو کرو کرو حیان ہو گیا اچھا جناب اب اپ کی جو ریئل ٹائم پرچیاں ائی ہیں اس کا سلسلہ شروع کرتے ہیں میں انشاءاللہ ساری پرچیاں کور کروں گا اور کوشش کروں گا کہ تسلی بخش جواب دوں لیکن جہاں پہ تفصیل ریکوائرڈ ہوگی وہاں میں اپ کو اپنی ویڈیو ہی ریفر کروں گا ہر دفعہ ہر ٹاپک پہ تفصیل کے ساتھ بولنا یہ مشکل کام ہے اور نہ یہ تقاضا ہے کہ ہم ایسا کریں ورنہ تو ہماری ہر مجلس جو ہے وہ دس 15 گھنٹے کے اوپر محیط ہو جائے کیا یہ کہنا ٹھیک ہے جاؤ اللہ اور اس کے رسول کے حوالے یعنی یہ جو عموما ہم لوگوں کو رخصت کرتے وقت ایسے کلمات سنتے ہیں میرا خیال ہے وہی کہہ رہے ہوں گے تو اس طرح کے الفاظ یا اللہ نبی وارث اس اعتبار سے بات کرنا اس کی تو اسلام میں اجازت نہیں جہاں پہ اجازت ہے وہاں ہم قائل ہیں مثال کے طور پر بخاری اور مسلم میں کئی احادیث ہیں نبی علیہ السلام سے جب صحابہ کرام کوئی ڈسکشن کر رہے ہوتے اور نبی علیہ السلام سوالیہ انداز میں ان سے پوچھتے تو اس کے جواب میں صحابہ کرام کہتے اللہ اور اس کا رسول بہتر جانتے ہیں واللہ ورسولہ اعلم یہ درست ہے ظاہر ہے دین اللہ اور اس کا رسول ہی بہتر جانتے ہیں یہاں کوئی مستقبل کی خبر مراد نہیں ہے دین رہا معاملہ مستقبل کی خبر کا کسی کی تقدیر کا کوئی معاملہ جسے ہم تکوینی امور کہتے ہیں وہ صرف اللہ کے ساتھ خاص ہے اس میں اگر اپ رسول اللہ کو ساتھ شریک کریں گے تو یہ رسول اللہ کی شان میں گستاخی ہے اللہ کی شان میں تو ہے ہی ہے نبی علیہ السلام بھی اس سے ناراض ہیں مثال کے طور پر بڑی مشہور حدیث ہے مسند احمد میں اور امام بخاری کی کتاب الادب المفرد کے اندر نبی علیہ السلام کے ایک صحابی نے کہا ماشاء اللہ یا رسول اللہ اے اللہ کے رسول جو اللہ چاہے اور جو اپ چاہیں اب یہ کوئی ایسا جملہ نہیں تھا کہ اس کے اوپر بظاہر کوئی گرفت ہمیں نظر ائے لیکن نبی علیہ السلام نے اس پہ گرفت فرمائی اور فرمایا اجعلت للہ ندا کیا تو نے نے مجھے اللہ کے مقابلے میں کھڑا کر دیا ہے قل بل ماشاءاللہ وحدہ کہہ بلکہ جو اکیلا اللہ چاہے اب وہ صحابی اگے سے یہ نہیں کہہ رہے حضور کو کہ یا رسول اللہ میں اپ کو اللہ کا بندہ ہی مانتا ہوں یقینا بندہ ہی مانتے تھے کیا صحابی اللہ کے مقابلے پہ سمجھتے تھے نبی علیہ السلام کو نہیں کیا صحابہ کا یہ عقیدہ تھا کہ اللہ تعالی کا علم بھی ذاتی ہے اور رسول اللہ کا علم بھی ذاتی ہے نہیں وہ مانتے تھے کہ وہ اللہ کے بندے ہیں ان کا علم جو ہے وہ محدود ہے اور اللہ تعالی کا غیر محدود ہے یہ سب کچھ تھا مستقل بذات والا عقیدہ بھی نہیں تھا پھر بھی نبی علیہ السلام نے انہیں کہا کہ چونکہ یہ اب تکوینی امور سے متعلق ہے تو کہو جو اکیلا اللہ چاہے تو یہ کہنا اللہ اور اس کے رسول کے حوالے نہیں یہ تکوینی امور ہے جب اپ کسی کو رخصت کریں گے السلام علیکم یا اللہ حافظ کہیں گے دعا دیتے وقت کہ اللہ کی حفاظت میں اس میں نبی علیہ السلام کا ذکر اپ نے نہیں کرنا یہ گستاخی ہے نبی علیہ السلام اپنے اپ کو اللہ کے مقابلے پر یا اللہ کے ساتھ ٹھہرانے کو اپنے حق میں گستاخی شمار کرتے ہیں صحیح مسلم میں حدیث ہے 2010 نمبر حدیث ہے یہ نبی علیہ السلام کے سامنے ایک خطیب نے خطبہ دیا اس نے بولا منت اللہ ورسولہ فقد راشدا جو اللہ اور اس کے رسول کی اطاعت کرے وہ کامیاب ہو گیا اور جس نے ان دونوں کی نافرمانی کی فقد غوا تو وہ بہک گیا یہ جملہ لٹریچر کی زبان میں ہنڈرڈ پرسنٹ پرفیکٹ ہے اؤٹ اف کنٹیکسٹ بھی نہیں ہے کیونکہ جب ایک شخص کہہ رہا ہے جو اللہ اور اس کے رسول کی اطاعت کرے وہ کامیاب ہو گیا تو اس نے اللہ اور رسول کو الگ الگ کر دیا ہے عموما جملے کا عیب ہوتا ہے کسی بات کو ریپیٹ کرنا اگلی دفعہ یہی بنتا تھا کہ جو ان دونوں کی نافرمانی کرے وہ ناکام ہو گیا لیکن نبی علیہ السلام چونکہ امام المواحدین ہیں اپ نے کہا کہ ایک پرسنٹ بھی کوئی شک نہیں چھوڑنا شرک داخل نہ ہو جائے اپ نے کہا بحث الخطیب انتہا کتنا برا خطیب ہے تو تجھے تو چاہیے تھا تو کہتا جو اللہ اور اس کے رسول کی نافرمانی کرے وہ گمراہ ہوا تو نے یہ کیوں کہا جو ان دونوں کی کرے اس صحابی کے تو دماغ میں بھی نہیں ہوگا کہ میں اللہ رسول کو برابر کر رہا ہوں کیونکہ وہ پہلے کہہ چکا تھا لیکن نبی علیہ السلام نے کہا دوبارہ کہہ اللہ جو اللہ اور اس کے رسول کی نافرمانی کرے بے شک وہ گمراہ ہوا یعنی اللہ رسول کو اس طریقے سے الگ مینشن کرنا ہے ان دونوں یہ نہیں کہنا یہاں ڈاکٹر طاہر القادری صاحب کہتے ہیں حک ہے حک ہے حک ہے جیڑا حکی ڈو اکھے وہ کافر و مشرک ہے وہ کہتے ہیں اللہ اس کا رسول ایک ہے وہ بھی ایک صوفی کا شعر پڑھ رہے ہیں وہ قران حدیث نہیں پڑھ رہے بھئی اللہ رسول ایک ہے تعلیمات میں ورسولہ جس نے رسول اللہ کی اطاعت کی اس نے اللہ کی اطاعت کی وہ تو واقعی ایک ہیں پھر تعلیمات میں لیکن جب یہ اپ فرق کریں گے وہاں پھر اپ کو یہ فرق رکھنا پڑے گا ہاں اپ نے پھر ان معاملات میں یہ نہیں کہنا اللہ رسول کے حوالے اللہ نبی وارث نہ یہ پھر گستاخی ہے اور یہ نبی علیہ السلام کی تعلیمات ہیں یہ ہماری کوئی ذاتی نہیں ہے ان کو عام بریلوی صاحب نے وہ ایک شعر تھما دیا رب ہے معتی یہ ہیں قاسم رزق اس کا ہے کھلاتے یہ ہیں حدیث کچھ اور تھی ادھی حدیث بیان کی ادھی کہانی شریف داخل کر دی بیچ میں حدیث بخاری مسلم میں یہ ہے اللہ تعالی جس کے ساتھ بھلائی کا ارادہ فرماتا ہے اسے دین کی فقہ عطا فرما دیتا ہے ٹرو انڈرسٹینڈنگ اور دیتا اللہ ہے میں تو صرف تقسیم کرتا ہوں اس پہ امام بخاری نے باب باندھا ہے کہ اللہ تعالی جس کے ساتھ بھلائی کا ارادہ کرتا ہے اسے دین کی فقہ عطا فرماتا ہے یعنی یہ دین کے لیے ہے کہ دین اللہ دیتا ہے اور تقسیم کون کرتا ہے نبی علیہ السلام ظاہر ہے قران و سنت ہمیں رسول اللہ کے ذریعے ملے ہیں اس میں رزق کا ذکر کہاں سے اگیا اعلی حضرت نے پکڑ کے شعر بنا دیا رب ہے معدی یہ ہے قاسم رزق اس کا ہے کھلاتے یہ ہیں لو نبی علیہ السلام کہہ رہے ہیں میں دین سکھا رہا ہوں کہتے ہیں نہیں پانی ہے تیرا پانی دانا ہے تیرا دانا کھاتے ہیں اسی در کا پیتے ہیں اسی در کا یہ اعلی حضرت کے بیٹے کی نعت ہے نا تو شم رسالت ہے عالم تیرا پروانہ مصطفی رضا خان نوری پانی ہے تیرا پانی دانا ہے تیرا دانہ اللہ کے نبی بات کچھ اور کر رہے ہیں انہوں نے پکڑ کے کچھ اور بنا دیا ہے یہ اسی طریقے سے ہے میرے بھائی جس طرح کرسچنز نے روح من سورہ النساء سے اٹھایا اور جیسس کرائسٹ کو اللہ کا بیٹا کہہ دیا وہ کہتے ہیں قران میں لکھا ہے کہ عیسی ابن مریم جو ہیں وہ اللہ کی روح ہیں او بھئی جیسس کرائسٹ کو صرف اللہ کی روح نہیں کہا گیا حضرت ادم علیہ السلام میں بھی اللہ نے اپنی روح پھونکی ہے ہر انسان میں اللہ کی روح ہے لیکن یہ اللہ کی روح سے مراد اللہ کی مخلوق اللہ کی تو اپنی کوئی روح نہیں ہے جسم روح یہ ساری چیزیں ہماری کمزوریاں ہیں اللہ کی مثل تو کوئی شے ہی نہیں ہے جب میں اپنی روح پھونک دوں یعنی اپنی مخلوق اپنی پیدا کردہ مخلوق روح ادم کے مٹی کے پتلے میں ڈال دوں تو تم سجدے میں گر پڑنا اپنی روح سے مراد یہ نہیں کہ میری روح روح مخلوق ہے روح کوئی اللہ کا حصہ نہیں ہے اس کی صفت نہیں ہے یہ پکڑ کے جناب پھر اس طریقے سے بناتے ہیں اور پھر لوگ اس کے اوپر اشش کر اٹھتے ہیں کیونکہ نہ قران کا نالج نہ سنت کا نالج ہاں جہاں پہ ہے وہاں تو ہم مانتے ہیں اللہ اور اس کا رسول بہتر جانتے ہیں جہاں دین کی بات ائے گی ہم یہی کہیں گے جہاں ان کو کہنا چاہیے تھا نا کہ اللہ رسول بہتر جانتے ہیں وہاں یہ کہتے ہیں کہ بزرگ جانتے رہیں اوئے بدبختوں جدھر کہنا تھا وہاں بھی اللہ نے توفیق چھین لی وہاں تم شعر ہی سناتے رہ گئے بابوں کے وہاں کہنا چاہیے تھا دین کے ہر معاملے میں کہنا چاہیے تھا اللہ اور اس کا رسول بہتر جانتے ہیں وہاں یہ کہتے ہیں کہ بابے بہتر جانتے ہیں پھر اللہ نے تم سے بدلہ لے کے ہماری جیسی بلا نہیں تھی چھوڑنی میرے نبی سا ہے ہی کوئی نہیں تیرے بابے تے شے ہی کوئی نہیں کہتے ہیں کتھوں ا گیا بابے تے شائے ہی کوئی نہیں جدھوں بابے ائے سن بیماری بھی اللہ کی طرف سے اتی ہے نا تو اس کی دوا بھی اللہ کی طرف سے اتی ہے ایڑی بیماریاں ساڈے تے مسلط ہوئیاں سن تو ان کی دوائی نہیں سی نازل کرنی اللہ نے ہاں صحیح مسلم میں حدیث ہے اللہ نے کوئی ایسی بیماری نہیں بنائی جس کی دوائی نہ ہو جب وہ دوا بیماری کے موافق ہوتی ہے تو اللہ کے اذن سے شفا ہو جاتی ہے دیکھو پھر کیسی اللہ نے شفا کیتی ہے تہاڈی جڑی بابیاں دی بیماری سی نا اس کی دوائی نازل ہوئی اور جب وہ موافق ہوئی ہے نا تو دیکھیں بابوں کے ماننے والے بابوں کو چھوڑ کے اپ میں سے مجھے بتائیں ریئل ٹائم کتنے لوگ ہیں جو اس دعوت حق کو قبول کرنے سے پہلے بریلوی دیوبندی اہل حدیث یا شیعہ فرقے سے تعلق رکھتے تھے سارے ہی ہیں کتنے جن کو نیگیٹیو تعارف ہوا تھا کہ بڑی پیڑی شے ائی جائے اوئے ہوئے ہوئے توبہ توبہ توبہ 14 صدیاں جتنا وڈا فتنہ نہیں جے ایا اپ مجھے بتائیں اگر مجھے اپ لوگوں کے گھروں پہ دستک دے کے یہ بتانا پڑتا کہ نبی کے جیسا ہے ہی کوئی نہیں بابے تھے شاہ ہی کوئی نہیں کتنا مشکل کام تھا اللہ نے ہمارے مخالفین کو ذریعہ بنایا کہ انہوں نے اپ کو تعارف کروایا ہے ایسے کوئی بچنا جائے ادھے کولوں بچنا جے ادے کولوں بچنا جے جس طرح مشرکین عرب جو ہے نا وہ حج کے موقع پر منی کے خیموں میں جا کے کہتے تھے کہ وہ محمد سے بچنا ہے تم نے ہاں صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم خود تعارف کروایا انہوں نے پھر تجسس ہوا نا فاربیڈن فروٹس ار الویز سویٹ منع کیے گئے پھل ہمیشہ میٹھے ہوتے ہیں انہوں نے بھی تعارف کروایا تاکہ لوگ رسول اللہ کے قدموں کے ساتھ جڑ جائیں صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم دیکھیں یہ اپ کو جب اپنے ساتھ جوڑتے ہیں چندا بک بھی اپ کو پکڑاتے ہیں اور کہتے ہیں فلانے سلسلے فلانے بابے دے مرید ہو جاؤ ہم نے تو اپنی میں ختم ہی کر دی نا ہم تو بیچ میں سے نکل گئے ہم تو کہتے ہیں میرے نبی سا ہے ہی کوئی نہیں تیرے بابے تھے شے ہے ہی کوئی نہیں خاص اذکار سے مستقبل کا پتہ چلایا جا سکتا ہے جیسا کہ سلسلہ اقباء میں کہا جاتا ہے کوئی نہیں کہ کیڑا اکبا ہے پڑھے میں انہیں لکھ کے دینا فارمولا لکھ کے پڑھ کے تک کے سنا دے مینوں کہ لکھیا ہے ویسے تو مجھے یہ بھی یقین ہے ان کے ماننے والے میں اگر ان کو کہوں نا صرف تشہد سنا دیں التحیات للہ والصلوۃ والطیبات تجوید کے ساتھ اور ترجمے نال اللہ معافی دے ترجمہ تو بہت اوکھا جائے گا مستقبل سامنے لکھا نہیں پڑھ سکدے مستقبل صبح اور شام کے اذکار کن اوقات میں کرنے چاہیے شام والے مغرب کے بعد یا عصر کے بعد مغرب سے جسٹ پہلے شام ہوتی ہے اس وقت کریں اور فجر کا وقت داخل ہوتے ہی اپ صبح کے اذکار کر سکتے ہیں یا فجر کے فورا بعد پھر کر لیں اگر لیٹ ہو گئے ہیں اور شام کے اذکار مغرب سے الموسٹ اپ پندرہ بیس منٹ ادھا گھنٹہ پہلے کر لیں عصر کے بعد نہ کریں عصر کے بعد تو کافی ٹائم بچا ہوتا ہے اور اگر مغرب سے پہلے نہیں کر سکے تو مغرب کے فورا بعد کر لیں کیونکہ وہ شام کے اذکار ہوتے ہیں رات کے نہیں ہوتے اور مغرب کے فورا بعد رات شروع ہو جاتی ہے اس لیے بہتر یہ ہے کہ اپ مغرب سے جسٹ پہلے کریں زبان ہلائے بغیر اللہ کا ذکر کرنا کیا اس سے نیکی ملتی ہے جی نیکی ملتی ہے لیکن افضل عمل یہی ہے کہ اپ نے زبان سے ذکر کرنا ہے کیونکہ صحیح بخاری میں تعلیقا یہ روایت ہے حدیث قدسی ہے سنن ابن ماجہ میں بھی ہے ہم نے اپنے اذکار کارڈ کے اوپر یہ حدیث لکھی ہوئی ہے کہ اللہ تعالی فرماتا ہے کہ میں اپنے بندے کے ساتھ ہوتا ہوں جب وہ میرا ذکر کرتا ہے اور اس کے ہونٹ میرے ذکر میں ہل رہے ہوتے ہیں تو زبان کا ذکر دل کے ذکر سے بہتر ہے کیونکہ اس میں زبان بھی ہل رہی ہے ہونٹ بھی ہل رہے ہیں اور دل بھی متوجہ ہے کیا اماں ہوا جنت میں پیدا ہوئیں یا زمین میں اس میں سے کیا نکالنا ہے میرے بھائی اپ نے جہاں بھی ہوئی تھی یہ تو ہمارے ابا جی کا مسئلہ تھا حضرت ادم کا تہاڈا کیا لینا دینا ہے اس طرح جب فرشتوں کو حکم ہوا کہ حضرت ادم کو سجدہ کرنے کا تب ایسی ہستیاں بھی تھیں کہ جن کے لیے یہ حکم نہیں تھا مثلا اہل بیت اوئے سب جھوٹ جے ڈرامہ بازی جے یار توبہ توبہ توبہ اہل بیت کو تو پتہ ہی نہیں ان کی طرف کیا کچھ منسوب کر دیا الخدمت والے جب قرض دیتے ہیں تو دس لاکھ پر 11 لاکھ واپس لیتے ہیں یعنی ایک لاکھ سروس چارجز کے نام پہ واللہ عالم مجھے تو میرے علم میں تو نہیں ہے کہ یہ اس طرح کا کوئی سلسلہ کرتے ہیں پیسے کے بدلے پیسہ لیتے ہیں یا وہ اپ کو مداربہ کرتے ہیں اپ کے ساتھ پیسے کے بدلے پیسہ تو سود ہو گا اگر اپ کی بات یہ درست ہے تو بالکل وہ تو غلط ہی ہوگا ہمارے امام مسجد اور مسجد کی مینجمنٹ عورتوں کو مسجد میں انے سے روکتے ہیں جمعہ اور عیدین کے علاوہ ظاہر ہے تو ٹھیک ہی کرتے ہیں نا کیا کریں اور نہیں مینج کر سکتے ہیں نا بھائی سیکیورٹی ایشوز کا بہانہ کرتے ہیں بالکل ٹھیک کرتے ہیں کیوں اپ نے سیکیورٹی ایشوز کو بالائے طاق رکھنا ہے بھئی یہ تو ایک بڑا مشکل کام ہے اپ اسان سمجھتے ہیں بھئی بہت مشکل کام ہے کوئی اینکی پھینکی ہو گئی تو اپ ذمہ داری اٹھائیں گے ٹھیک ہے تنخواہیں اپ لوگ دیتے ہیں پانچ ہزار دس ہزار حد بیس ہزار امام مسجدوں کو اور اپ یہ ایکسپیکٹ کرتے ہیں کہ مسجد کی صفائی بھی کریں عورتوں والا جو پورا سارا معاملہ ہے اس کو بھی پیرلل میں دیکھیں نہ میرے بھائی بھائی اس طرح کیسے ہوتا ہے اتنی بڑی ایکٹیویٹی ہے شکر کریں جمعہ میں بھی یہ مینج کر سکتے ہیں اس طرح نہیں ہو سکتا ایک پروگرام مینج کرنا یہاں صرف مرد ا رہے ہوتے ہیں ہمیں ہاتھ پاؤں ہمارے پھولے ہوتے ہیں کہ کس طرح معاملات کو لے کے چلنا ہے عورتوں کا ذمہ داری والا معاملہ ہے کوئی اینکی پھینکی ہو گئی تو کون ذمہ دار ہو گا تو اگر اپ سمجھتے ہیں تو ٹھیک ہے لاکھوں روپے خرچ کریں پوری ٹیم بنائیں ان پیمنٹ رکھیں پھر ائیں گی عورتیں مسجد میں بالکل ائیں گی تو جب ریسورسز ہی نہیں ہیں ایک غریب اس تو پھر اتنے نخرے بھی پیسے کے بغیر کچھ نہیں ہوتا پیسہ مومن کا ہتھیار ہے یہ ذہن میں رکھیے گا وگ پہن کر نماز پڑھی جا سکتی ہے وگ کے اوپر وضو ہو جائے اگر پرمنٹلی اپ کے جسم کا حصہ ہے نا پھر تو ٹھیک ہے وگ جو ہے وہ عموما کافی عرصے بعد وہ ایک بار چپکا لیتے ہیں کافی عرصے بعد اس کو اتارا جاتا ہے پھر تو کوئی مسئلہ نہیں ہے وگ کے اوپر سے ظاہر ہے وہ اب اپ کے جسم کا حصہ ہے بالکل وضو ہو جائے گا ویسے بھی سر کے بالوں کا مسح نہیں ہے وہ سر کا مسح ہے ابوجہل کا اپ علیہ السلام سے کیا رشتہ تھا وہ اپ کے چچا تھے نہیں چچا تو ابو لہب تھے یہ تو ان کا قبیلہ تو پیرلل میں تھا لیکن بنو قریش سے تھے رشتہ دار تو تھے روزانہ ایک وتر پڑھا جا سکتا ہے جی جائز ہے ایک بھی نہ پڑھے تب بھی ہم اپ کے اوپر کوئی فتوی نہیں لگائیں گے فرض تو نہیں ہے ظاہر ہے سنت نماز ہے ایک وتر روزانہ پڑھنا حضرت سعد ابن ابی وقاص سے ثابت ہے اگرچہ یہ پسندیدہ نہیں ہے لیکن جائز ہے پسندیدہ تین وتر ہی صحیح بخاری میں موجود ہے حضرت ابوبکر کے پوتے قاسم بن محمد بن ابی بکر کہتے ہیں کہ میں نے تو رسول اللہ کے صحابہ کو تین وتر پہ ہی پایا ہے البتہ ایک میں حرج نہیں وہ بھی ساتھ یہ کہہ رہے ہیں تین ہی سنت ہے کم از کم تین زیادہ جتنے مرضی پڑھیں اپ ظہر اور عصر کی نمازیں سرا کیوں ہیں حکم ہے جی اس کا جواب یہ ہے کہ جس طرح فجر مغرب اور عشاء کی جاہرا کیوں ہے جو اس کا جواب ہے نا وہی اس کا جواب ہے باقی اس میں اور فلاسفیانہ گفتگو کرنا میں بہت اچھی کر لیتا ہوں لیکن میں خواہ مخواہ لوچ نہیں فرائی کرتا مجھے اللہ کا خوف اتا ہے ادھر میں کوئی پورٹل کٹ سکدا سا لیکن نہیں کٹنا اونی گل کراں گا جتنی ائی ہے انیشلی تو یہ تھا کہ دن کے وقت مسلمانوں کو ایک سیکیورٹی کے پوائنٹ اف ویو سے یہ رکھا گیا تھا پھر پرماننٹلی ہو گیا پرانی سندھ تہذیب کے بارے میں اپ کا کیا خیال ہے کیا وہاں کوئی نبی ایا ہوگا واللہ والوں مجھے تو نہیں پتا عین ممکن ہے کوئی امت نہیں ایسی گزری کہ اس میں کوئی نہ کوئی ڈر سنانے والا ضرور ایا ہے تو یقینا ایا ہوگا جنرل تو یہی ذکر ملتا ہے اور اگر کہیں نہیں ایا تو اس کے بارے میں بھی قران نے کہہ دیا [موسیقی] ہم کسی کو بھی اخرت کا عذاب اس وقت تک نہیں دیں گے جب تک کہ ان میں کسی نبی کو پیغمبر بنا کے مبعوث نہ کریں پھر وہ اہل فطرت شمار ہوں گے ان کے اوپر کوئی گرفت نہیں ہوگی پانی نہ ہونے کی صورت میں اگر احتلام ہو جائے تو ان کپڑوں کو کیسے پاک کریں ظاہر ہے کپڑے تو اپ پھر وہ اہ ان کو تو فی الوقت تو نہیں کر سکتے اپ کپڑے چینج کر لیں اور رہا غسل والا معاملہ تو اپ تیمم کر سکتے ہیں اور اگر کوئی اور کپڑے نہیں تو انہی کپڑوں میں نماز پڑھ لیں اپ کی نماز درست ہوگی سجدے میں جاتے ہوئے ہاتھ پہلے زمین پر لگانے چاہیے گھٹنے ہاتھ ہی لگانے چاہیے صحیح بخاری میں موجود ہے 803 نمبر حدیث کی ہیڈنگ میں عبداللہ ابن عمر پہلے ہاتھ لگاتے تھے پھر گھٹنے گھٹنے پہلے لگانے والی روایت بھی ہے ابو داؤد کے اندر لیکن وہ کمزور ہے جو صحیح روایت ہے وہ بھی ابو داؤد میں ہے کہ نبی علیہ السلام نے فرمایا اونٹ کی طرح مت بیٹھو پہلے ہاتھ لگاؤ پھر گھٹنے بعض لوگ کہتے ہیں جی اونٹ اس طرح نہیں اس طرح بیٹھتا ہے تو میں ان کو یہ کہتا ہوں کہ نبی علیہ السلام نے اونٹ کو خود بٹھایا ہوا ہے اپ زبردستی نہ اسے غلط طریقے سے بٹھائیں ہاں اس میں الفاظ ہیں کہ اونٹ کی طرح مت بیٹھو پہلے ہاتھ لگاؤ اور پھر گھٹنے یہ موجود ہے علی بھائی اپ کے جانے کے بعد قیامت تک کے لیے امت کو ایک لاکھ انجینئر چاہیے کوئی ایک لاکھ نہیں ایک نہیں بس سامنا ہوتا امت کو ایک لاکھ دی کیا ضرورت ہے خدا دا نہ اجائے اگر اپ اس اعتبار سے بات کر رہے ہیں تو کروڑوں موجود ہیں انجینئر ہمارا ہر سٹوڈنٹ جو ہے اس نے ایک ایک بندے نے پوری پوری مسیطی پورا پورا گراں اگے لایا ہوا ہے ہاں تو وہ تو ہے اتنے بندوں کی ضرورت نہیں ہوتی ہے ایک بندہ چاہیے ہوتا ہے جو اپ کو ڈائریکشن دے دے باقی لوگوں نے تو پھر اس معاملے کو اگے لے کے چلنا ہوتا ہے ایک لاکھ دی ضرورت ہی کوئی نہیں جی ایک نسام پہ ہوندا تے لکھ دی ضرورت جے اگر سب سے بڑا بچہ والد کی وفات کے بعد بہن بھائیوں کی مدد وراثت کی قیمت سے زیادہ کر دیا ہے تو کیا پھر بھی اس پر وراثت کی تقسیم کرنا فرض ہے جی ظاہر ہے وراثت تو الگ سے ہے نا یہ جو اپ نے کیا ہے اللہ تعالی اپ کے لیے نیکی لکھے تو یہ اس قسم کے جو معاملات کرتے ہیں جن کے ساتھ اپ کی ڈیلنگ ہے انہیں اعتماد میں لیں نا یہ تو نہیں ہے کہ ایک بچی کو جہیز میں باپ نے کچھ دیا اور اٹھ دس سال کے بعد اس بچی کو بتایا کہ او جیڑا میں تینوں زیور پایا سی نا ہن تیرا وراثت وچ کوئی حصہ نہیں شاباشی یہ کیڑا تماشہ لگایا ہے وراثت تو مرنے کے بعد تقسیم ہونی ہے جہیز کا اس سے کوئی تعلق نہیں ہے وہ جو اپ نے دیا اپ نے خوشی سے تحفہ دیا اپنے بچے کو اگر تم نے چار لاکھ کا موٹر بائیک نیا لے کے دیا ہے تو بچی کو چار لاکھ کا اگر فرنیچر لے دیا شادی کے بعد تو برابر ہو گیا اس میں کون سا مسئلہ ہے گفٹ تو زندگی میں برابر دینا ہوتا ہے یہ حسن سلوک ہے وراثت الگ سے ہے وہ تو تقسیم ہو گئی اپ کو ہر مکتبہ فکر کے لوگ فالو کرتے ہیں لیکن تقریبا ہر مکتبہ فکر کے علماء اپ کی نفی کرتے ہیں وجہ بتائیں وجہ تو انہی سے پوچھیں جی یہی وجہ ہے کہ ساڈے بندے چھوڑ کے اتھے ٹر گئے نے حالانکہ دیکھیں میرے پاس کوئی بھی نہیں ایا ہم نے کوئی مسجد نہیں بنائی ہم کہتے ہیں نمازیں انہی کے پیچھے پڑھیں چندے بھی ان کو دیں یہی وجہ ہے یہ اسی وجہ سے ناراض ہیں چندے تھوڑے زیادہ کر دو پھر ٹھیک ہو جائیں [موسیقی] گے اس وقت جو فلسطین کی صورتحال اور کشمیر وغیرہ تو اپ کا کیا موقف ہے کہ ان کے ساتھ کیسا تعاون کیا جائے جس طرح ہم کر رہے ہیں پیپسی کوک کا بائیکاٹ جی واٹس ایپ کا بائیکاٹ شروع کرتے ہیں پیپسی کا نمبر بعد میں ائے گا پہلے واٹس ایپ یوٹیوب ان چیزوں کا بائیکاٹ کریں جو بائیکاٹ کا کہہ رہے ہیں وہ بھی نہیں کر رہے کہانیاں نے ابھی تو لایا نے مگر ٹھیک ہے لگے رہو مدینہ یونیورسٹی قائرہ یونیورسٹی کی طرح اپ بھی کوئی بنا دیں بھئی یونیورسٹیز تو صرف ٹیچرز نکالتی ہے امت کو ٹرانسفارم نہیں کرتی ہماری ویڈیوز نے تو امت ہی ٹرانسفارم کر دی ہے اللہ کے فضل سے دیکھیں ٹیچرز بنائے جاتے ہیں سکول بنائے جاتے ہیں کہ اپ بندوں کو تیار کریں بندے تیار ہو کے مولویوں نوں نتھ پا لین یہ اخری ورژن ہے نا اس کے بعد کیا ہونا ہوتا ہے وہ جی جب زیادہ بندے ہوں گے پھر پوری امت حق قبول کرے گی جی کر رہی ہے قبول این انے بچے مولویوں نوں اگے لایا ہوا ہے اور کیا کرنا جائے تو اینڈ رزلٹ ہو چکا ہے اللہ کے فضل سے اپ نے فرقہ پرستی کو بہت حد تک ختم کر دیا ہے عوام کو شعور دیا ہے شعور دیا ہے فرقہ پرستی تو ابھی باقی ہے بھئی بہت کام باقی ہے ابھی شعور دے دیا ہے پاکستان میں اسلامی نظام کو نافذ کر کے اپ دوڑ دھوپ کیوں نہیں کر رہے یعنی یہ دوڑ دھوپ کیونکہ لاکھوں لوگ اپ کو سنتے ہیں جی میں ہی تو کر رہا ہوں دوڑ دھوپ ہمارے علاوہ تو کوئی بھی نہیں کر رہا باقی تو صرف وی لاگ بنا رہے ہیں یہی تو اسلامی نظام ہی تو قائم کر رہے ہیں ہم اسلامی نظام کیا ہوتا ہے کہ جا کے جی ایچ کیو پہ حملہ کر دیں ہم یہ اسلامی نظام ہے پارلیمنٹ کو توڑ دیں اور جا کے وہاں پہ میں پرائم منسٹر بن کے بیٹھ جاؤں یہ اسلامی نظام ہے یہی کہنا ایک کام ہے کوئی نہیں کرنا نہ ضرورت ہے اس کی ہاں اسلامی نظام یہ ہے کہ اپ نے مسلمان کو پہلے مسلمان کرنا ہے جو ہم کر رہے ہیں اللہ کے فضل سے ہاں تو انشاءاللہ ان کے اوپر اسلامی نظام ا جائے گا اور اگر اسلامی نظام سے مراد اپ یہ کہہ رہے ہیں مولویوں کے ہاتھ حکومت اللہ معافی دے توبہ کرو پہلے تہاڈا گھاٹا لانا ہے انہوں نے کیا قیامت والے دن ایک قبر سے 70 مردے نکلیں گے اس سے بھی زیادہ نکل سکتے ہیں اللہ کی مرضی ہے جہاں پہ اگر زیادہ اس طریقے سے اجتماعی قبریں بنی ہوئی ہیں تو می بھی پوسیبلیٹی ہے ایک مولوی نے قضا نمازوں کے لیے جو بندہ فوت ہو جاتا ہے اس کی طرف سے ایک نماز کے بدلے فطرانہ کی رقم وہ فقہ حنفی والوں نے تماشہ لکھا ہوا ہے قران و حدیث میں کہیں نہیں ہے اپ کہتے ہیں امام کے سکتا میں سورہ فاتحہ پڑھنی چاہیے میں نہیں کہتا ہوں یہ موقف قران و سنت میں ایا ہوا ہے حضرت ابو ہریرہ کا قول ہے امام کے سکتوں کو فاتحہ کے لیے غنیمت سمجھو اگر امام سکتا نہ کرے تو امام سے جا کے ملیں مجھ سے کیوں پوچھ رہے ہیں میرے بھائی امام اپ کا سکتے نہیں کر رہا میرے سے کیا گلا کرنا اس کو جا کے بتائیں سکتا کرے تھوڑا دین دا کام تسیں بھی کر لو میں نے تو ریکارڈ کروا دیا لیکن احادیث کی روشنی میں امام چاہے بلند اواز سے قرات کرے اہستہ سے سورہ فاتحہ پڑھنی بالکل پڑھنی ہوتی ہے بالکل ہمارا یہی موقف ہے فاتحہ اپ نے پڑھنی ہے لیکن سکتوں میں پڑھنی ہے اس کی وجہ ہے کہ قران میں یہ نہیں ہے کہ جب قران پڑھا جائے تو پیچھے فاتحہ دب کے رکھو قران میں ہے جب قران پڑھا جائے تو خاموشی سے اپ نے اس کو سننا ہے تو یہ جو حدیث ہے کہ فاتحہ کے بغیر نماز نہیں ہوتی یہ حضرت ابو ہریرہ نے خود بتا دیا ہے کہ یہ فاتحہ اپ نے کب پڑھنی ہے اور جو مسلم میں بھی ایا ہے اقراء بیہا فی نفسک تو وہ حضرت ابو ہریرہ بتا رہے ہیں ابو ہریرہ نے جز القراء امام بخاری کی کتاب میں روایت موجود ہے انہوں نے کہا ہے سکتوں میں پڑھنا ہے اب امام جب سکتے نہیں کر رہا تو قصور امام کا ہے نا دین تو نہیں بدل دینا نا تو میرا موقف ریکارڈ ہے اس پہ نیو امام کے پیچھے فاتحہ کا مسئلہ وہ اپ دیکھ لیں اس دفعہ جی تعلق میں غسل کب فرض ہوتا ہے جی تعلق جیسے ہی قائم ہو جائے خواہ ڈسچارج ہو یا نہ ہو غسل فرض ہو جاتا ہے وہ حدیثیں جو بخاری مسلم کی ہیں وہ منسوخ ہیں جن میں ڈسچارج شرط تھا انہی کے اگے حدیثیں پھر امام بخاری بھی لے کے ائے امام مسلم بھی کہ صرف صحبت کرنے سے بھی غسل فرض ہو جاتا ہے کوئی شخص کسی کے معاملے میں گواہی دے اور پھر جس کے لیے گواہی دی تھی وہ انسان فوت ہو جائے اور گواہی دینے والا بھی اپنی گواہی سے مکر جائے تو ایسے انسان کے لیے شرعی حکم کیا ہوگا لعنت کا مستحق ہے جی جہنم میں جائے گا گواہی چھپائی ہے تو جہنمیوں والا کام کیا ہے نوحہ سننا جائز ہے یا نہیں یہ جو نوحے چل رہے ہیں یہ تو سب ڈرامہ بازی ہے جھوٹ کے اوپر مبنی ہے نوحے بھی نہیں ہے وہ بزرگوں سے مدد مانگی ہوئی ہے نوحے کی اگر کوئی جائز صورت ہے وہ تو صرف یہ ہو سکتی ہے کہ کسی نیک شخص کی وفات کے بعد اس کے لیے کوئی تعریفی کلمات کہنا جیسے نبی علیہ السلام کے لیے ہم نعت پڑھتے ہیں صحابہ کرام کے لیے منقبت پڑھتے ہیں بخاری مسلم میں ہے حضرت عمر کی میت پہ حضرت علی نے نوحہ پڑھا نوحہ میں سمجھانے کے لیے بات کر رہا ہوں نوحے کا مطلب کیا ہوتا ہے کہ میت کے اوپر اس کی تعریف کرنا تو حضرت علی نے کی تھی اے عمر اللہ تجھ پر رحم فرمائے میں نے بارہا رسول اللہ سے سنا میں ابوبکر اور عمر تو وہ شخص تھا کہ جس کے اعمال پہ مجھے رشک تھا مجھے امید تھی کہ تو بھی اپنے دو ساتھیوں کے ساتھ جا ملے گا تو یہ سارے تعریفی کلمات اس قسم کا نوح ہو تو درست ہے باقی جو مارکیٹ والے نوع ہیں تو یہ سب ڈرامہ ہی ہیں نعتیں ڈرامہ ہو چکی ہوئی ہیں تو نوع کو تو چھوڑ دیں نعتیں ہیں وہ شرکیہ الفاظ اور عجیب و غریب قسم کی کہانیاں اس کی کے اندر گھر والے سنت پہ عمل نہ کرنے دیں تو کیا کریں جس طرح اپ اپنے باقی معاملات میں کرتے ہیں ویسے ہی ادھر بھی کر لیں باقی کام سارا سیدھا رکھیا ہے سنت پہ گھر والے عمل نہیں کرنے دے رہے جس طرح وہ کام جو اپ نے کرنا ہوتا ہے نا کر گزرتے ہیں چاہے گھر والے جو بھی کریں بس اس کے لیے بھی اپ یہی کر گزریں میں نے پانچ بچوں کو سات لاکھ فی کس اپنی زندگی میں دے دیا برابر تقسیم کر دیا سنگل یا ڈبل نہیں رکھتا کیا بیٹیوں کو بھی بطور حبہ کرنا درست ہے جی اب تو بیٹیوں کو بھی کرنا پڑے گا برابر ہی کرنا ہوگا اور دوسرا وراثت نہیں زندگی میں تقسیم ہوتی وراثت تو مرنے کے بعد تقسیم ہوتی ہے زندگی میں اپ تحفہ اتنا ہی دیں جتنا ساروں کو برابر دے سکتے ہیں وہ بخاری مسلم میں ہے برابر دینا ہے وراثت کے تفصیلی احکامات میری ویڈیو ریکارڈنگ موجود ہے وراثت کیلکولیٹ کرنے کا طریقہ عام غسل کرنے سے وضو ہو جاتا ہے دوبارہ وضو کرنا چاہیے یا نہیں جی اگر ساری شرائط پوری ہو رہی ہیں یعنی اعضائے وضو پہ پانی بہہ گیا اس دوران ہوا خارج نہ ہوئی پیشاب کے قطرے نہ نکلے شرم گاہ کو ہاتھ نہ لگا یہ سارا کچھ اگر ہو گیا ہوا ہے تو ہو گیا وضو نہیں تو پھر بہتر یہی ہے کہ دوبارہ ہی کر لو اکیلے فرض نماز ادا کرنے کے لیے اقامت کہنا ضروری ہے فرض جماعت ادا ہو گئی مجبورا ہے تو پھر ظاہر ہے کہ اپ اکیلے جماعت بھی کر سکتے ہیں باقی اکیلے جماعت یا اقامت یہ کوئی نماز کا حصہ نہیں ہے لیکن پریفریبل ہے سن نسائی میں حدیث ہے تیرے رب کو اس گڈریے پہ بڑا پیار اتا ہے جو اکیلا پہاڑ کی چوٹی پر عذاب اور اقامت کہہ کے جماعت قائم کرتا ہے اکیلا بھی جماعت قائم ہو جاتی ہے لیکن اس کا نماز سے کوئی تعلق نہیں ہے ایک افضلیت غیر افضلیت کا معاملہ ہے اگر کوئی اس کے بغیر بھی کرے گا نماز اس کی ہو جائے گی لیکن کیوں افضلیت ضائع کریں کریں بالکل قیامت کہیں ہم عذاب نہیں دیتے جب تک کہ کسی قوم میں رسول نہ دیں اج کے وقت میں کوئی رسول نہیں ہے جی رسول تو ہے اج کے وقت میں قیامت تک کے لیے نبی علیہ السلام وما ارسلناک الافتناس بشیرا پوری انسانیت کے لیے اللہ تعالی نے پیغمبر بنا کے بھیجا ہے تو پیغمبر تو اج بھی ہیں نبی علیہ السلام کوئی ریٹائر تو نہیں ہوئے اپنے عہدے سے اپ علیہ السلام ایز اے شخصیت دنیا سے چلے گئے ہیں اپ کی نبوت تو قیامت تک کے لیے ہے کیا مکمل طور پر کوئی اسلامک بینک موجود ہے نہیں جی اس طرح کا کوئی اسلامک بینک نہیں ہے اپ نے بنانا ہے تو ہمیں بھی بتائیے گا باقی گیون سرکمسٹانسز میں جو ہیں کندھوں میں کانیں تو تو گزارے کی حد تک تو ہے نعرے لگانا جائز ہے دیکھیں نعرے سلوگن کے طور پر جس طرح رجس جنگوں میں پڑھے جاتے تھے انا نبی لا قذب ابن عبدالمطلب میں نبی ہوں اس میں کوئی شک نہیں میں عبدالمطلب کا بیٹا ہوں تو نبی علیہ السلام نے بھی اس طرح کے رجس پڑھے ہیں میدان جنگ میں یعنی ساتھیوں کا برائیل بلند کرنے کے لیے ایسے جملے بولنا یہ جائز ہے باقی یہ نعرہ کہ اج تو ہو گئی وہابی وہابی اس قسم کے نعروں کی کوئی اجازت نہیں ہے ہاں ٹھیک ہے ٹنا ٹن سنی ہاں جی یہ والے جو نعرے ہیں نا یہ جعلی نعرے ہیں جن نعروں میں اللہ رسول کی تعریف ہو اور ان کا دین لوگوں کے سامنے پیش ہو وہ سمجھنے والا نعرہ ہے نا میرے نبی سا ہے ہی کوئی نہیں تیرے بابے تے شاہ ہی کوئی نہیں اس طرح کے نعرے لاؤ بالکل ٹھیک ہے کیا سنوکر کا کاروبار جائز ہے کیا کھیلنا بھی جائز ہے جی سود والا معاملہ نہ ہو جوئے والا نہ ہو تو بے شک کھیلیں کوئی مسئلہ نہیں ہے سنوکر سے کوئی اسلام کو چڑھ نہیں ہے کھیلیں لیکن اگر وہاں پہ یہ جوا لگا ہوا ہے کہ جو ہارے گا اور رقم دے گا پھر تو غلط ہے کیا بندہ پیروں فقیروں کے بغیر اللہ تک پہنچ سکتا ہے جی پیر پیروں وقیروں کے بغیر ہی اللہ تک پہنچ سکتا ہے پیروں فقیروں کے ساتھ تو شیطان تک ہی پہنچے گا پہلے پیروں کی صفائی کرنی پڑے گی علماء کرام کہتے ہیں کہ قران پاک ڈائریکٹ نہیں پڑھنا استادوں سے پڑھنا ہے قران میں بار بار ایا ہے اے ایمان والوں ایا ہے تو کیا صرف استاد ہی ایمان والے ہیں او یار یہ تو ان کو تو میں جواب دے چکا ہوں میرے بھائی ان کے پاس اخری حال یہ ہے کہ یہ کہتے ہیں دیکھیں نبی علیہ السلام نے صحابہ کو سکھایا تھا نا صحابہ نے ڈائریکٹ قران نہیں سمجھا اللہ کے بندوں نبی علیہ السلام تمہارے استاد ہیں ہمیں تو اختلاف یہ ہے کہ تم نے اپنا ابا بدل لیا ہے ابا تو تمہارا وہ تھا کہ جس کی قبر مدینے میں ہے کیا رسول اللہ کی وفات کے بعد صحابہ کرام نے حضرت ابوبکر کو اپنا ابا بنا لیا تھا دین کے معاملے میں نہیں وہ صرف پولیٹیکل خلیفہ تھے خلافت کے پوائنٹ اف ویو سے دین وہی تھا کے بعد کیا حضرت عمر سے صحابہ نے مخالفت نہیں کی دین کے مسائل میں اور وہ پیچھے ہٹے حضرت عثمان سے مخالفت نہیں کی تو اگر وہ ان کے ابے بنے ہوئے ہوتے جس طرح اپ نے اپنے بزرگوں کو ابا بنایا ہوا تھا ان سے اختلاف نہ کرتے تو نبی علیہ السلام اج بھی امت کے روحانی باپ اور رہنما ہیں جس طرح صحابہ کرام کے لیے تھے ان کے بعد جو کوئی نبی علیہ السلام کی بات بتا رہا ہے وہ اپ کا استاد ہے اور جو یہ کہہ رہا ہے کہ نبی کی بات کو چھوڑو یہ ہمارے بابے کی بات مانو تو وہ تو غدار ہے میرا نکاح میرے والدین ایسی فیملی میں کر رہے ہیں جو درباروں پہ جانے پہ یقین رکھتے ہیں مجھے ان کی طرف سے فورس کیا جا رہا ہے مسجد میں بیٹھ کر یہ سب کھاؤ میرے بھائی شکر کریں اپ کو پہلے پتہ چل گیا ہے فورا سے پہلے پیچھے ہٹ جائیں بالکل پوری زندگی بیٹھ کے روئیں گے اس کی وجہ یہ ہے کہ جو اس لیول کے سٹرانج ہیں تو وہ تو اپ کی زندگی کو برباد کریں گے ہم جو یہ کہتے ہیں نا کہ اپس میں اپ نے نکاح کرنے ہیں تو وہ ماڈریٹ فیملیز جو جانور بنے ہوئے ہیں نا جانوروں کا کوئی علاج نہیں ہے ہاں اس قسم کے فورس کرنے والے لوگ ہاں ایک پڑھا لکھی فیملی ہے سنی ہے شیعہ ہے اپس میں نکاح ضرور کریں لیکن اگر وہ اس لیول کے اوپر ہے کہ وہ اپ کو شرک کے اوپر مادہ کر رہے ہیں تو وہ تو شاہ ہی کوئی نہیں قران میں تو ہے اگر تیرے ماں باپ بھی تجھے کہیں کہ تو میرے حکم کے خلاف چل تو تو نے ان کا کہنا بھی نہیں ماننا تو ہونے والی زنانی تے شاہی کوئی نہیں وہ تے ہوئی ہی نہیں ادھر ماں باپ بھی شاہی کوئی نہیں اللہ رسول دے مقابلے تو یہ پہلے پیچھے ہٹ جائیں اس طرح کے لوگوں سے جو اس قسم کے معاملات کر رہے ہیں ہاں جو ماڈریٹ ہیں پڑھے لکھے سیکولر ٹائپ کے لوگ ہیں جن کے لیے فرقے کوئی اتنی اہمیت نہیں رکھتے بس وہ اپنا نماز روزہ کرتے ہیں ان کو فرقوں سے کوئی انٹرسٹ نہیں ہے وہ اصلاح قبول کر لیں گے لیکن جو چھرے ہیں توبہ توبہ توبہ چھروں کو تو پیغمبر بھی ا کے بتائیں نا کہ یہ ہے وہ اس پہ بھی عمل نہیں کریں گے حضرت عیسی علیہ السلام کی بات مان لی تھی یہودی جو چھرے تھے اس وقت کے یوروشلم والے الٹا انہوں نے حضرت عیسی ابن مریم کے قتل کا فتوی جاری کر دیا تھا یہ چھرے اور مولوی اتنی پیڑی شے ہے کہ یہ تو پیغمبر کو بھی دعوت حق نہیں دینے دیتے ہیں اپ تو شے ہی کوئی نہیں ہیں نہیں جی اپ کا پورا سدہ اللہ کے فضل سے میں نے مکمل کر دیا ہے کوئی ایک پرچی بھی ایسی نہیں ہے جو میرے پاس ائی ہو اور میں نے اس کا جواب نہ دیا ہو ویڈیو میں کچھ لوگوں نے دعاؤں کے لیے کہا ہے اس لیے ہم وسیلہ اور توسل کے طور پر اینڈ پہ دعا کر لیتے ہیں اللہ انی اسلک بیان انت اللہ لا الہ الا انت الاحد الصمد الذی لم یلد ولم یولد ولم یکن کفوا احد ولاکم باللہ واحد لا الہ الا ھو الرحمن الرحیم الف لام میم اللہ لا الہ الا ھو الحی القیوم اللہم صلی علی محمد وعلی ال محمد اللہم ربنا اتنا فی الدنیا حسنہ وف الاخرۃ عذاب النار ربنا اتینا ملد رحمہ وحی لنا من امرینا راشدا لا الہ الا انت سبحانک انی کنت من الظالمین رب ارحمہما کما ربیانی صغیرا اللہمغفر لی حینا ومیتنا وشاہدنا وغائبنا وصغیرنا و کبیرنا وزکرنا وانسانا اللہم من رحیتہ مننا فاحہ علی الاسلام ومن توفیتہ مننا فتوفہ علی الایمان اے اللہ جن جن بھلائیوں کا سوال تیرے محبوب صلی اللہ علیہ والہ وسلم نے تجھ سے کیا ہمارے حق میں ہمارے ماں باپ کے حق میں ہمارے بیوی بچوں کے حق میں پوری امت کے حق میں قبول و منظور فرما امین جن جن چیزوں کے شر سے تیرے محبوب علیہ السلام نے تیری پناہ طلب کی ہمیں تمام مسلمانوں کو خصوص بالخصوص فلسطین کشمیر انڈیا چائنہ یمن عراق شام افغانستان پاکستان کے مسلمانوں کو ان تمام چیزوں کے شر سے اپنی پناہ عطا فرما اے اللہ حاضرین کے دلوں میں جو جو نیک اور جائز دعائیں ہیں قبول و منظور فرما امین حاضرین کے جو چھوٹے بڑے رشتے دار فوت ہو چکے ہیں ان کی مغفرت فرما جو بیمار ہیں انہیں شفاء عطا فرما یہ تمام دعائیں تمام مسلمانوں کے حق میں قبل و منظور فرما امین ہمارے ملک پاکستان کی خیر فرما امین اندرونی اور بیرونی خطرات سے محفوظ فرما امین اے اللہ ہمیں کتاب و سنت کی تعلیمات پر عمل کر کے دوسرے بھائیوں تک پہنچانے کی توفیق عطا فرما امین 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This text presents a lecture delivered on February 9, 2025, addressing the relationship between Sunni and Shia Muslims, particularly concerning the veneration of the Ahl al-Bayt and the views on the first three Caliphs. The speaker uses excerpts from Nahj al-Balagha to support arguments about monotheism and the actions of early Islamic leaders. A central theme is refuting accusations of blasphemy against the first three Caliphs while simultaneously advocating for respect towards the Ahl al-Bayt. The lecture also touches upon the historical context of early Islamic conflicts and clarifies misunderstandings concerning the actions and beliefs of key figures. Finally, the speaker promotes his research papers and resources exploring these complex issues.
Review and Study Guide: Examining Sunni-Shia Relations and Historical Islamic Figures
Quiz
Instructions: Answer each question in 2-3 sentences.
What is meant by the phrase “playing the one to three card” according to the speaker?
What are the two extremes within Shia Islam described by the speaker?
What does the speaker identify as the common ground between Sunnis and Shias?
What two things did the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) say he was leaving behind, according to a hadith in Sahih Muslim?
What does the speaker say about the monotheism of the Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt in the context of this discussion?
What is the main point the speaker makes regarding intercession, based on a will of Sayyiduna Ali to his son?
What did Sayyida Umm Ayman say after the death of Prophet Muhammad that caused Abu Bakr and Umar to cry?
According to the speaker, what position did Maula Ali take regarding the time of prayers?
What does the speaker mention about the Khawarij and their views of sin?
Why does the speaker say that it is not appropriate to curse or abuse those with differing views?
Quiz Answer Key
“Playing the one to three card” means that individuals who love the Ahl al-Bayt should consider Abu Bakr, Umar, and Usman as infidels and curse them. This concept is presented as a requirement to demonstrate love for the Ahl al-Bayt by some.
The two extremes within Shia Islam are the Ghali Rafidis, who the speaker claims follow the three caliphs, and those who curse the three caliphs and declare them takfir, who the speaker states are enemies of the Ahl al-Bayt.
The speaker identifies the Holy Quran as the common ground between Sunnis and Shias. He states that both groups agree that the Quran is the book of Allah and a source of guidance.
According to a hadith in Sahih Muslim, the Prophet (PBUH) said he was leaving behind the Book of Allah. Another hadith mentioned later in the text says that the Prophet left the Book of Allah and the Sunnah of the Prophet.
The speaker stresses that there is zero tolerance when it comes to the monotheism of the Holy Quran and defending the Prophet Muhammad. However, he emphasizes that defending the Ahl al-Bayt does not mean cursing the companions.
The speaker argues, based on the will of Sayyiduna Ali to his son, that God does not require intermediaries for supplication. God allows believers to ask and accepts their prayers directly and therefore there should not be an intercessor.
Sayyida Umm Ayman said she was not crying because the Messenger of Allah had left this world. Rather, she was crying because the connection between heaven and earth had ended. This means no more divine guidance and revelations.
The speaker claims that Maula Ali believed the five daily prayers should be offered at their prescribed times, similar to the Sunni practice. He cites a letter from Maula Ali that emphasizes specific timings for each prayer, which the speaker says contradicts the Shia emphasis on combining prayers.
The speaker mentions that the Khawarij considered those who committed major sins to be infidels. They attacked those who committed sins and their followers, which Sayyiduna Ali rejected because it harmed the Muslim community.
The speaker says it is not appropriate to curse or abuse those with differing views, even in times of conflict. Instead, he urges Muslims to present their views clearly, use knowledge and guidance rather than abusive language, and pray for the guidance of all.
Essay Questions
Instructions: Write a well-organized essay for each of the following prompts. Do not answer the prompts using outside sources. Use information only from the “Pasted Text.”
Analyze the speaker’s views on the historical caliphs, including Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali, and how their actions are portrayed. Discuss any conflicting perspectives presented in the text.
Discuss the significance of the Quran and Sunnah as they relate to the speaker’s arguments. Provide examples from the text that highlight how both scriptures are used to support various beliefs and actions.
Explain the speaker’s approach to addressing differences in beliefs within Islam, particularly regarding the Ahl al-Bayt and the historical caliphs. What methods does he advocate for resolving disputes?
Explore the speaker’s critique of practices among both Sunnis and Shias that he considers to be extreme or incorrect. Provide specific examples from the text and analyze the potential consequences of these actions.
Evaluate the speaker’s analysis of specific historical events, such as the Battle of Qadisiyah, and his references to figures like Sayyiduna Umar. How does the speaker relate such historical events and figures to contemporary issues?
Glossary of Key Terms
Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.): The “People of the House,” referring to the family of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), often including his daughter Fatima, her husband Ali, and their descendants.
Rafidi: A term used pejoratively by some to describe Shia Muslims, often implying they reject or betray Islamic teachings.
Ghali: An Arabic word meaning “extremist,” often used to describe those who go to excess in their beliefs, particularly about the Ahl al-Bayt.
Takfir: The act of declaring a Muslim to be an apostate or infidel.
Nasibi: A pejorative term for those who are considered to harbor animosity towards the Ahl al-Bayt.
Rightly Guided Caliphs (Rashidun): The first four caliphs who succeeded the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali.
Sunnah: The traditions, practices, and examples set by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), considered a source of guidance in Islam.
Hadith: A report or narration of the sayings, actions, or approvals of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Banu Umayyad: A clan of the Quraysh tribe that gained political power during the early Islamic period, often associated with conflict and division.
Muhajirin: The early Muslim converts who emigrated from Mecca to Medina with the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Ansar: The residents of Medina who supported the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Muhajirin after their arrival.
Khawarij: An early Islamic sect known for their extreme views, particularly their belief that those who commit major sins are no longer Muslims.
Ghadir Khumm: A location where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is said to have delivered a sermon, often referenced in Shia accounts to highlight Ali’s importance.
Apostate: One who abandons or renounces their religious faith.
Bridging Sunni-Shia Divides Through Religious Discourse
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Briefing Document: Analysis of “Pasted Text”
Date: October 26, 2023 (Based on the provided date in the text: February 9, 2025) Subject: Analysis of a Religious Discourse Addressing Sunni-Shia Relations
Overview:
This document analyzes a transcribed religious discourse delivered by an unnamed speaker. The primary focus of the talk is to address the rising sectarian tensions between Sunnis and Shia Muslims, particularly concerning the historical figures of the early Islamic period. The speaker aims to bridge divides by examining core beliefs through the lens of Shia scripture (primarily Nahj al-Balagha) and by correcting what the speaker sees as misinterpretations and extreme positions on both sides. The discourse was delivered in a public session (number 185) and addresses concerns raised in questions submitted by the audience. The speaker aims to counter blasphemous statements against key figures in Sunni Islam while also challenging certain Shia practices he believes are un-Islamic.
Key Themes & Ideas:
Condemnation of Blasphemy & Extremism:
The speaker begins by expressing concern over a viral video of Barelvis (a sub-sect of Sunnis) insulting the first three caliphs, Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman. He states, “A gathering of Barelvis took place in which a The Rafidi Barelvi sect has been following the three caliphs, Sayyiduna Abu Bakr and Sayyiduna Umar and Sayyiduna Uthman (may Allah be pleased with them all) uttered extremely insulting words from the stage.”
He argues that love for the Ahl al-Bayt (Prophet’s family) should not require cursing the first three caliphs. The speaker strongly rejects this idea. The speaker states that “the love of the Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.) The requirement is that a curse be placed on the three caliphs”. He says, “One to three means Abubakar Umar Farooq and Usman, Abu Bakr, Umar Farooq and Usman must be called infidels.”
The speaker identifies two extremes in Islam: “Ghali Rafidis” (Shia extremists) who curse the first three caliphs, and “Nasibis” (Sunni extremists) who show enmity to the Ahl al-Bayt. He stresses that Ahl al-Sunnah is free from both these extremes.
Emphasis on the Quran and Sunnah as Common Ground:
The speaker emphasizes that both Sunnis and Shias should unite on the Quran and the Sunnah (practices of the Prophet). He says that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “I will leave behind one among you after me.” I am leaving behind something that, if you hold on tightly, you will never go astray. The Book of Allah is the only book mentioned in Muslim Sharif.
He quotes a Hadith from Sahih Muslim about the Prophet leaving two “heavy things” – the Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt.
He argues that the Quran should be used for beliefs, not the opposite, and cites the Prophet’s instructions.
Defense of the Rightly Guided Caliphs (Rashidun):
The speaker strongly defends the first three caliphs (Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman), calling them “Rightly Guided” and denouncing those who curse them. He says, “if someone thinks that they are eligible The defense of the House, we seek refuge in Allah from the curse of the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them). And among them, especially the three caliphs, the caliphs The Rightly Guided Ones, Sayyiduna Abu Bakr, Sayyiduna Umar, Sayyiduna Uthman (may Allah be pleased with them all) If he curses the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him), he should get his mind treated.”
He states that cursing them is not the teachings of the Prophet, or of Mawla Ali.
He highlights their contributions to the spread of Islam and says “Even non-Muslims believe that this great The dominance of the level happened after the death of the Messenger of Allah, and until your blessed life, it was only Muslims ruled until Arabia. But the Rightly Guided Caliphs carried forward your legacy and this was an extraordinary act of God.”
Critique of Extreme Shia Practices:
The speaker criticizes the idea of seeking intercession through the Imams rather than directly asking Allah.
He emphasizes that even Maula Ali taught pure monotheism and did not teach intercession through himself or others. He cites a will of Mullah Ali to Hassan Ibn Ali where pure monotheism is taught. “He has given you permission to ask and the responsibility to accept. … We have not placed between us and you any gatekeepers to prevent you, nor to prevent you from He has forced you to bring someone to his court for intercession.”
He challenges Shia prayers for help by noting that only Allah has the ability to respond to those in distress based on verse from the Quran (Surah An-Naml, verse 62). He states “About whom you have this belief: Isn’t it true that He hears your prayers in times of trouble and distress and removes your suffering? It’s as if you accepted him as your god.”
He also criticizes Shia practices of lamentation and innovations in Muharram, claiming that Mullah Ali himself rejected them.
He uses a quotation from a Shia scholar who stated that they are instructed to only ask for help from Allah.
Use of Nahj al-Balagha to Support Sunni Beliefs:
The speaker uses 12 specific references from Nahj al-Balagha (a key Shia text) to support core Sunni beliefs.
He emphasizes that Nahj al-Balagha is a commonly available Shia text read in homes with Urdu translation.
His references include: the greatness of the Quran; the need to turn directly to Allah (monotheism); the cessation of prophecy and divine command after the death of the Prophet; the importance of offering five daily prayers (at separate times); the rejection of extremism (especially Kharijites); the validity of the Rashidun caliphate; the need to seek Allah’s help; and the need to avoid cursing the companions of the Prophet.
Recognizing Hypocrites and Apostates:
The speaker references verses from the Quran that describe three categories of companions of the Prophet. First, those who embraced Islam initially, and this includes the first three caliphs. Second, hypocrites who are known to God but not to the community. Third, those who were followers of the first companions, but had mixed good and bad deeds.
The speaker also references hadiths about those who apostatized after the death of the Prophet and notes they were fought by Abu Bakr.
The Caliphate & Umayyad Dynasty:
The speaker emphasizes that the caliphate after the Prophet lasted for 30 years and then became a “biting kingdom”.
The speaker clarifies that while he respects Muawiyah as a companion, he does not defend the Banu Marwan. The speaker states, “We will not defend the Banu Marwan. Yes, the good people among the Umayyads are Sayyiduna Uthman (may Allah be pleased with him) or Sayyiduna Umar bin Abdul Aziz (may Allah be pleased with him) said: “His evil deeds cannot be hidden behind him.”
The speaker uses a hadith that the Prophet saw the Banu Marwan jumping on his member like monkeys, and states that they will be punished.
The Importance of the Companions:
The speaker describes the companions of the Prophet as having reached a level of perfection and that they are role models for the entire Muslim nation. The speaker states that “Imam Rizwan (a.s.) is considered the most perfect of the believers. Rather, He has created a role model for this nation, including the top of the The individuals listed are the first to take the lead and believe.”
He uses multiple verses of the Quran to show the merit of the companions and their place in Islam.
Methodology:
Scriptural Basis: The speaker bases his arguments on Quranic verses and Hadith, emphasizing the need for interpretations that are consistent with these sources.
Historical Context: He refers to historical events and figures to contextualize his arguments and counter common sectarian grievances.
Internal Critique: He uses Shia scripture (Nahj al-Balagha) to challenge extreme positions within Shia Islam.
Dialogue-Oriented: The speaker invites Muslims to engage with his arguments and examine their beliefs in light of the Quran and Sunnah.
Significance:
This discourse is significant because it represents an attempt to address sectarian tensions by emphasizing shared religious principles and using Shia texts to challenge divisive narratives. The speaker seeks to build bridges between Sunnis and Shias by offering a moderate and inclusive perspective.
Quotes:
“If someone who loves the Ahl al-Bayt is their enemy, they will have to play the card of one to three. One to three means Abubakar Umar Farooq and Usman, Abu Bakr, Umar Farooq and Usman must be called infidels…”
“The path of the Ahl al-Sunnah is pure from both. Alhamdulillah, the fact remains that the Rafidis have been sheltered by the Shiites. And the Sunnis have given shelter to the Nasibis…”
“O my beloved Prophet (peace be upon him) when my If the servants ask you about me, say, “I am very close to you.” I hear the call of every supplicant when he calls upon Me.”
“Surely, there is no other means of turning to Allah for His servants like this.”
“We have been told that the Messenger of Allah has forbidden us from all these things, so we will not bury your body. If Mullah Ali is teaching this, then the later ones are not doing this work.”
“Keep in mind that two types of people will be destroyed by me: those who love me too much, Those whom love will lead astray and reduce my status. Those who are hostile to me, and whose hatred will lead them astray from the truth, take a middle path towards me. Those who adopt it will be in the best condition. Stay on this path.”
“Do not abuse them, but rather remind them of their evil. Reveal their mistakes, highlight them, do not abuse them, that is the way of the Sunnis. This is because we, the followers of Mawla Ali, consider it forbidden to curse the Companions.”
Conclusion:
This detailed discourse attempts to counter extremism and promote unity between Sunnis and Shias. The speaker seeks to engage with both sides on their own terms, using the Quran, Sunnah, and the Nahj al-Balagha to foster a sense of common ground. It is a sophisticated attempt at interfaith bridge-building using a specific set of resources.
Ahl al-Sunnah and the First Three Caliphs
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the central conflict discussed in the text, and how does it manifest?
The central conflict revolves around differing views within Islam regarding the status of the first three Caliphs (Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman) and their relationship to the family of the Prophet Muhammad (Ahl al-Bayt). This conflict manifests in extreme forms, with some Shia groups (Ghali Rafidis) cursing and declaring these Caliphs as infidels, while some Sunnis (Nasibis) show enmity towards the Ahl al-Bayt. The text argues that both extremes are wrong and the true path, according to the Ahl al-Sunnah, is to respect the companions and the Ahl al-Bayt.
2. What does the speaker identify as a major issue within the Barelvi sect?
The speaker highlights an issue within a segment of the Barelvi sect, where some members are seen to be insulting and cursing the first three Caliphs. They suggest that this goes against the core principles of Islam and has created a dangerous environment. The speaker also argues that while some scholars within the Barelvi sect condemn such behavior, they haven’t been effective enough to stop it. This is seen as an example of how extreme views can be popularized and accepted, even when they contradict the teachings of Islam.
3. According to the text, what is the proper role of the Quran and Sunnah in resolving theological disputes?
The text emphasizes the Quran and Sunnah as the core sources for resolving theological disputes. The speaker highlights a hadith that states that the Prophet left behind two things: the Quran and his Sunnah and that adhering to these will keep people from straying from the right path. This establishes these sources as the foundations for proper belief and guidance. The speaker also adds that the common ground between Sunni and Shia should be the Holy Quran.
4. What is the significance of Ghadir Khumm in the text, and what does it tell us about the relationship between the Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt?
Ghadir Khumm is presented as a pivotal event where the Prophet Muhammad delivered a sermon, emphasizing the importance of the Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt. The Prophet mentions the “two weighty things” which are the Quran and his family (Ahl al-Bayt). He urged people to treat the Ahl al-Bayt with kindness and caution, which highlights their important status within Islam. The text suggests that the two are not in conflict but are supposed to be given equal reverence.
5. How does the speaker use the Nahj al-Balagha to support his arguments, and what key themes are highlighted from this book?
The speaker uses Nahj al-Balagha, a collection of sermons and letters attributed to Ali ibn Abi Talib, to present a nuanced view of Islamic theology. This includes highlighting the importance of monotheism, the correct interpretation of the Quran, and the proper behavior of Muslims, even in times of conflict. The key themes extracted from Nahj al-Balagha include: the Quran as guidance and a source of truth, the belief in pure monotheism (avoiding shirk/associating partners with God), the finality of prophethood, the importance of prayer and following the Sunnah, and that the companions of the Prophet should not be cursed.
6. How does the text address the topic of seeking help or intercession, and what is the argument presented?
The speaker rejects the idea of seeking intercession from anyone other than Allah. Drawing from the Nahj al-Balagha, the text argues that Ali ibn Abi Talib himself taught pure monotheism. It’s stated that God accepts prayers directly without the need for intercessors and that seeking help from anyone besides God, including deceased saints or imams, can lead to shirk (idolatry). The text challenges common practices of asking for help from entities such as Ghaus Pak by noting they are creations of God as well.
7. What are the three categories of companions of the Prophet (PBUH) described in the text, and how does it relate to the first three caliphs?
The text divides the Prophet’s companions into three groups based on verses from the Quran: First, those who embraced Islam first and followed it wholeheartedly (this group includes the first three Caliphs: Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman, as well as Ali ibn Abi Talib), then the hypocrites who pretended to be Muslim, and lastly, a group of companions whose deeds were mixed (good and bad), for whom Allah’s mercy is hoped. This division highlights that not all companions were of the same level and that there were hypocrites and those who committed sins. However, the first three Caliphs were in the category of those with the most virtue.
8. What is the speaker’s stance on the Umayyad dynasty, and how does he reconcile differing views about Muawiyah?
The speaker distinguishes between different figures within the Umayyad dynasty. While recognizing the companionship of Muawiyah ibn Abi Sufyan and calling him a “harsh king,” the speaker criticizes the actions of the Banu Umayya who caused trouble for the Ahl al-Bayt, particularly during and after the events of Karbala. The text makes it clear that while the speaker and Ahl al-Sunnah respect all companions, they do not hold Banu Umayya or anyone who wronged the Ahl al-Bayt in high regard. The speaker states he does not defend the Banu Marwan, highlighting the need to distinguish between those who did good among the Umayyads such as Uthman and Umar bin Abdul Aziz and the rest of the dynasty.
Ahl al-Bayt in Islamic History
The sources discuss the Ahl al-Bayt (the family of the Prophet Muhammad) in various contexts, often in relation to other important figures and groups in Islamic history, such as the Rashidun caliphs (the first four caliphs), the Umayyads, and different sects within Islam.
Here’s a breakdown of the key points about the Ahl al-Bayt from the sources:
Love for the Ahl al-Bayt: The sources indicate that love for the Ahl al-Bayt is a significant aspect of Islamic faith. However, there are differing views on how this love should be expressed. Some believe that love for the Ahl al-Bayt requires cursing the first three caliphs (Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman), while others strongly condemn such behavior.
The Ahl al-Bayt and the Quran: The Quran is considered a source of guidance and light, and it is believed that the Ahl al-Bayt should be followed in accordance with the teachings of the Quran. The Quran is also considered a common ground between Sunnis and Shiites.
The Ahl al-Bayt in Shia Islam: The sources discuss differing views within Shia Islam regarding the Ahl al-Bayt. Some Shia Muslims, referred to as Ghali Rafidis, are said to have animosity towards the first three caliphs. Others are accused of going to extremes in their love for the Ahl al-Bayt, which can lead to cursing the companions of the Prophet.
The Ahl al-Bayt and the Rightly Guided Caliphs: The sources discuss the relationship between the Ahl al-Bayt and the first four caliphs. It is mentioned that the love of the Ahl al-Bayt should not require animosity towards the first three caliphs. Some Shia Muslims, however, are described as cursing the first three caliphs. The Ahl al-Sunnah (Sunni Muslims) are described as distancing themselves from both the Rafidis and those who harbor enmity towards the Ahl al-Bayt.
The Ahl al-Bayt and the Umayyads: The Umayyads are generally portrayed negatively in the sources, with some being blamed for the suffering of the Ahl al-Bayt. Some individuals within the Umayyad dynasty, like Umar bin Abdul Aziz, are considered to be exceptions and are seen as righteous.
The Ahl al-Bayt and the Concept of Monotheism: According to the sources, the concept of monotheism is central to Islam, and it is emphasized that Muslims should not seek help from anyone other than Allah, including the Ahl al-Bayt.
Sayyiduna Ali’s Views: The sources present views attributed to Sayyiduna Ali (a key figure in the Ahl al-Bayt), who emphasized the importance of the Quran and monotheism. He also advised against extremism in love for him, and against cursing the companions of the Prophet. Sayyiduna Ali considered the caliphate of the first three caliphs to be correct. He also praised Sayyiduna Umar upon his death and defended Sayyiduna Uthman.
In summary, the sources highlight the significance of the Ahl al-Bayt in Islamic faith, but also emphasize the need for balance and moderation in expressing love for them. The sources also stress the importance of adhering to the teachings of the Quran and the concept of monotheism, as well as respecting the companions of the Prophet.
The First Three Caliphs of Islam
The sources discuss the first three caliphs of Islam—Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman—in detail, often in the context of their relationship with the Ahl al-Bayt (the family of the Prophet Muhammad) and their role in early Islamic history. Here’s a summary of the key points from the sources:
Status and Respect: The first three caliphs are often referred to as “Sayyiduna” (meaning “our master”) and are generally considered among the “Rightly Guided Caliphs” by the speaker. They are viewed as important figures in Islamic history.
Rejection by Some: Some Shia Muslims, specifically the Ghali Rafidis, are described as having animosity towards the first three caliphs. These groups may curse them and declare them infidels, which is viewed negatively by the speaker.
Relationship to Ahl al-Bayt: The sources address the complex relationship between the first three caliphs and the Ahl al-Bayt. While some believe love for the Ahl al-Bayt requires cursing the three caliphs, the speaker argues against this. The speaker also suggests that the Ahl al-Sunnah (Sunni Muslims) distance themselves from both those who curse the caliphs and those who are enemies of the Ahl al-Bayt.
Legitimacy of Caliphate: The sources present the view that the caliphate of the first three caliphs was legitimate and in accordance with the will of Allah. It is stated that the companions of the Prophet who elected Abu Bakr, Umar and Uthman as caliphs also chose Hazrat Ali, implying a consistent process.
Successors to the Prophet: The Rightly Guided Caliphs are credited with carrying forward the mission of the Prophet after his death. They are seen as instrumental in expanding Islam, with the conquests of the Roman and Persian empires occurring during their reigns.
Sayyiduna Ali’s Views: The sources emphasize the views of Sayyiduna Ali regarding the three caliphs. Despite some differences, Sayyiduna Ali is depicted as having respected the three caliphs. He praised Sayyiduna Umar upon his death, defended Sayyiduna Uthman, and acknowledged that the companions who chose the first three caliphs also chose him.
Accusations and Defenses: The sources also touch upon the accusations that were made against Sayyiduna Uthman and his governors. However, Sayyiduna Ali is shown defending Sayyiduna Uthman and stating that those who came after the Prophet were no better than him..
Virtues of the Companions: The speaker refers to hadiths and historical accounts to emphasize the virtues of the companions of the Prophet, including the first three caliphs. These are seen as role models for the Muslim community.
Extremism: The sources criticize extremism and hatred towards the three caliphs, as well as those who are extreme in their love for the Ahl al-Bayt. The speaker emphasizes the need for moderation and adherence to the teachings of the Quran.
In summary, the sources present a complex picture of the first three caliphs, highlighting their importance in Islamic history, the controversies surrounding their caliphates, and the need for moderation and respect within the Muslim community. The sources argue that despite the differences in opinion regarding their role, and the actions of their governors, the first three Caliphs were considered righteous leaders.
Sunni-Shia Relations: Contention and Common Ground
The sources discuss Sunni-Shia relations with a focus on points of contention and common ground, often highlighting areas of conflict and the need for moderation and unity. Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
Points of Contention:
The Caliphate: A major point of contention is the legitimacy of the first three caliphs (Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman). Some Shia Muslims, particularly the Ghali Rafidis, are described as cursing these caliphs and declaring them infidels. This is a major point of conflict, as Sunnis hold these figures in high esteem as the “Rightly Guided Caliphs”.
Love for the Ahl al-Bayt: While both Sunnis and Shias generally express love for the Ahl al-Bayt, there are differing views on how this love should be expressed. Some Shia groups believe that loving the Ahl al-Bayt requires cursing the first three caliphs, while Sunnis believe that such behavior is extreme and unacceptable. The sources also note that there are those within the Shia community who defend those who killed the Ahl al-Bayt.
Extremism: The sources identify two extremes: the Ghali Rafidis who are enemies of the three caliphs, and those among the Sunnis who harbor enmity for the Ahl al-Bayt. Both extremes are criticized, and the path of moderation is emphasized.
Practices and Interpretations: The sources also touch on differences in practices, such as the combining of prayers. While Sunnis generally pray five times a day separately, some Shiites combine prayers. The sources indicate that both practices are valid, but extreme views are criticized.
Accusations and Misconceptions: The sources mention that some Sunnis have been accused of loving the Umayyads and not mentioning the Ahl al-Bayt, while some Shiites have been accused of cursing the companions of the Prophet. The speaker in the sources aims to clarify these misunderstandings and promote a balanced approach.
Points of Common Ground:
The Quran: Both Sunnis and Shias recognize the Quran as a divine book and a source of guidance. The sources state that the Quran is a common ground for both groups, and both should adhere to its teachings.
The Prophet Muhammad: The sources indicate that both groups revere the Prophet Muhammad.
Monotheism: The sources emphasize that both groups believe in the oneness of God, and that they should only seek help from Allah.
The Importance of the Ahl al-Bayt: The Ahl al-Bayt are revered by both Sunnis and Shias, although the expression of this reverence differs.
Shared History: Both groups share a significant portion of early Islamic history, and many of the key figures from this time, like the Prophet and the first caliphs, are important to both groups.
Sayyiduna Ali’s Teachings: The teachings and actions of Sayyiduna Ali, a revered figure for both Sunnis and Shias, are used in the sources to promote unity and moderation. For example, Sayyiduna Ali’s emphasis on monotheism, the Quran, and avoiding extremism are highlighted as values shared by both groups.
Efforts Towards Reconciliation:
The speaker in the sources makes an effort to present arguments that he believes will be accepted by both Sunnis and Shias. This is done using references from the Quran, hadith, and even Shia texts like Nahj al-Balagha.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of knowledge and understanding as a way to bridge differences between the two groups.
The speaker’s approach focuses on a middle path, condemning extremism from both sides, and focusing on shared principles, such as belief in one God.
The sources note that some scholars from both sides have worked to promote unity and understanding, such as Pir Mehr Ali Shah, who wrote a book in response to Shia rejection of the Sunni view.
In summary, the sources portray a complex relationship between Sunnis and Shias, with significant points of conflict, especially regarding the caliphate and the expression of love for the Ahl al-Bayt. However, the sources also highlight the shared foundation of faith in the Quran, the Prophet, and monotheism, and the potential for reconciliation through knowledge, moderation, and a focus on shared principles.
Quranic Exegesis and Theological Interpretations
The sources discuss several Quranic verses, using them to support various arguments and theological points. Here’s a breakdown of the key verses and their interpretations, as presented in the sources:
Quran as Guidance:
The Quran is described as a source of guidance, light, and truth. It’s considered a reminder that does not deceive and a guide that does not lead astray.
The sources state that the Quran is the word of God and that Muslims should adhere to its teachings.
It’s also mentioned that there is no need to practice anything else after learning the Quran and that no one can be free from the Quran without learning something from it.
The Quran is presented as a common ground between Sunnis and Shias, a book upon which both agree.
Monotheism and Prayer:
The sources emphasize the concept of monotheism (Tawhid) and the importance of directing worship and supplication to God alone.
A verse from the Quran is cited to support the idea that God is close to those who call upon Him. This verse is interpreted to mean that there is no need for intermediaries when praying to God.
The sources critique the idea of intercession, stating that God has not set up gatekeepers or required intermediaries for people to reach Him.
A verse from Surah An-Naml is used to emphasize that God alone is the one who hears the cry of the distressed and removes their suffering.
The sources use the Quran to discourage extremism in religion, cautioning against exaggerating beliefs about God.
The idea that those who have passed away cannot return to this world is supported by Quranic verses from Surah Yasin and Surah Al-Waqi’ah.
Companions of the Prophet:
Surah At-Tawbah is cited to demonstrate Allah’s pleasure with the first Emigrants and Helpers (Muhajirin and Ansar) and those who followed them with good deeds.
It’s also noted that Allah has prepared for them gardens of paradise, which is seen as a testament to their righteousness.
The sources discuss how Allah has mentioned three categories of companions in the Quran, including the first Muslims, hypocrites, and those with mixed deeds.
The Promise of Victory and Caliphate:
Several verses are used to show Allah’s promise that Islam will prevail over all other religions.
Specifically, Surah As-Saff, Surah Fateh, and Surah At-Tawbah, which all mention the promise of the dominance of the true religion, are cited.
Verse 55 of Surah An-Nur (the verse of Istikhlaf) is cited to emphasize the promise that God will grant the believers caliphate on earth.
Other Verses:
A verse from Surah Al-Hujurat is cited in the context of conflict, as it describes the need to fight those who rebel against the Muslim community.
A verse from Surah An-Nisa is used to argue that those who deviate from the path of the believers will be led astray by Allah.
Surah Al-Hujurat: Allah promised to put faith into the hearts of the Arabs who had said they believed.
Interpretations and Applications:
The sources emphasize that Quranic verses should be interpreted correctly, and that those who contradict the Quran should be rejected.
The sources suggest that interpretations of the Quran should not promote division among Muslims, but rather promote unity and understanding.
The sources emphasize that the Quran is a practical guide for Muslims, outlining proper behavior and beliefs.
In summary, the sources frequently use Quranic verses to support their arguments, emphasizing the importance of monotheism, adherence to the Quran, respect for the companions of the Prophet, and the promise of victory for Islam. The verses are interpreted to promote unity, moderation, and understanding within the Muslim community.
Blasphemy Accusations in Islam
The sources discuss accusations of blasphemy in the context of statements made against the first three caliphs of Islam (Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman), and also in the context of making false claims about God. Here’s a breakdown of how the sources address these accusations:
Blasphemy Against the Three Caliphs:
The sources describe an incident where a gathering of Barelvis, a group seen as a Rafidi sect, used “extremely insulting words” against the three caliphs. These words are not repeated in the text, but are described as blasphemous.
It is asserted that the love for the Ahl al-Bayt is being used as a justification to curse the three caliphs, and that some believe that one must “play the role of their enemy” and call the first three caliphs “infidels”.
The speaker in the sources emphasizes that such language and actions are unacceptable. This is seen as a form of extremism.
The speaker mentions that a First Information Report (FIR) was filed regarding the incident, and that they requested the original FIR. The speaker intends to include the “blasphemous words” in their video, to highlight the sensitivity of the issue and aid in pursuing the case.
The speaker emphasizes that those who use such language have “done their duty,” suggesting that some Barelvis believe they are fulfilling a religious obligation by cursing the caliphs.
The speaker makes it clear that they will defend the Ahl al-Bayt, but not through insulting the three caliphs.
The speaker notes that this type of behavior is occurring among the Ghali Shia Zakirin who use it to “warm the blood of his public” and that this type of talk is forbidden by learned scholars but not adequately condemned.
Blasphemy Related to God:
The sources also discuss blasphemy in the context of making false claims about Allah. Specifically, the speaker critiques the idea that those who have passed away can return to the world, using verses from the Quran to prove it is not true.
The speaker argues that making such claims is lying about Allah and that such lies cannot be from Allah.
The sources also state that any teaching about the Imams that contradicts the Quran should be rejected because it is a violation of the Quran.
The sources suggest that saying “If Allah wills” in relation to things that contradict the Quran, such as the possibility of a prophet coming after Muhammad, is not acceptable. The speaker states, the issue is not Allah’s power but the unchangeable nature of his words.
General Context of Blasphemy:
The speaker is clear that there is zero tolerance in matters of monotheism, and defending the Prophet Muhammad. However, the speaker also emphasizes the importance of not cursing the companions of the prophet and especially the three Caliphs.
The sources indicate that extreme views on either side (cursing the caliphs or being an enemy of the Ahl al-Bayt) are unacceptable.
The sources also discuss how some Shia might say “Labaik Ya Rasool Allah” or “Labaik Ya Hussain” as an expression of love, but that one should not give the rights of God to the creation.
In summary, the sources present accusations of blasphemy primarily in the context of language and actions against the first three caliphs of Islam, and making false claims about God. The speaker condemns these actions and seeks to address them through education and legal means, advocating for a more moderate and respectful approach to religious discourse. The key aspect of the blasphemy accusation is related to extreme views and statements that go against the teachings of the Quran and the core beliefs of Islam.
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This text comprises a rambling, multi-faceted discussion between individuals debating Islamic theology and practice. Key disagreements center on the authority of various scholars (Imam Bukhari, Aala Hazrat, Abdul Qadir Jilani), the proper interpretation of Arabic grammar and Hadith, and the legitimacy of certain Sufi practices. Controversial figures like Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani and Bayazid Bastami are also discussed, sparking debates about their theological contributions and whether or not their beliefs constitute kufr (disbelief). The conversation frequently shifts between specific theological points, personal attacks, and appeals to authority, lacking a clear, linear structure. The participants’ strong emotions and differing interpretations of religious texts are central to the debate.
Study Guide: Understanding Religious Discourse
Quiz
Instructions: Answer each question in 2-3 sentences.
Why is Arabic grammar considered essential in the text?
What is the main critique regarding the translation of religious texts?
What is the speaker’s view on the status and importance of Imam Bukhari?
What is the central point of contention regarding Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani?
How does the speaker justify his rejection of the concept of “Wali” (saint)?
What are the arguments against the flag of Bayazid Bastami being bigger than Muhammad’s flag?
How does the speaker explain his stance on Chishti Rasulallah?
What is the significance of the term “Mushrik” as used in the text?
What is the speaker’s view on the practice of Taqleed?
What does the speaker say about help and prayers from other than Allah?
Answer Key
Arabic grammar is deemed essential because, without it, one cannot be sure if the translations of religious texts are accurate. It’s necessary for verifying if interpretations of important religious figures are correct.
The main critique is that translations are often accepted without verifying them against the original Arabic grammar. The speaker expresses that when one does not know the rules of Arabic grammar, it’s impossible to know if a translation is completely correct.
The speaker considers Imam Bukhari to be an important figure, and his compilation of hadith, Bukhari Sharif, as an important text. However, the speaker also mentions that the status of Imam Bukhari is a Sunni belief and is not universally accepted.
The speaker questions Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani’s contribution to religion, comparing him unfavorably to Imam Bukhari, and suggesting that he is not a figure who is fundamental to Islam. They emphasize that there is no such contribution of Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani’s that is well-recognized in Islamic knowledge.
The speaker does not believe that “Wali” is a part of religion and has no need to believe in saints since, they say, the first Muslims in the first 500 years did not have this belief. He says if believing in them was essential, it would be part of the basic tenets of Islam.
The arguments are based on the belief that the flag of Shafaat (intercession) is with the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), not Bayazid Bastami. It’s said that only Muhammad has the right to intercede on Judgment Day, not another religious figure.
The speaker says that he has heard the dialogues, and it is not written anywhere that a Chishti is a messenger of Allah. The books that refer to Chishti Rasulallah in this manner are changed, and that it is a Kufr statement.
The term “Mushrik” is used to refer to those who associate partners with Allah, but it’s differentiated between those who are explicitly not Muslims and those who identify as Muslims but who have heretical beliefs. The speaker makes the argument to treat those who identify as Muslims as Muslims but to correct their beliefs.
The speaker is critical of taqleed, or blindly following an Imam, and believes one should make decisions based on the Quran and Sunnah. He says issues in contemporary life are not included in the writings of early imams.
The speaker believes that only Allah should be asked for help and that seeking help or prayers from others is a form of shirk. He says when asking for help it is always only from Allah.
Essay Questions
Instructions: Answer the following questions in essay format. Be sure to include relevant examples from the source material in your response.
Analyze the speaker’s arguments against the practices and beliefs of the Barelvi school of thought.
Discuss the speaker’s methodology in approaching religious texts and debates. What makes his approach unique or controversial?
Explore the significance of the speaker’s frequent references to Ahle Sunnah, and explain his understanding of this term. How is his use of this term different from others?
Compare and contrast the speaker’s views on tradition versus contemporary interpretation of Islamic teachings.
Examine the speaker’s perspective on how one should properly engage in the pursuit of religious knowledge, especially in regard to the use of translations.
Glossary of Key Terms
Ahle Sunnat: Refers to the followers of Sunni Islam, claiming to adhere strictly to the practices and beliefs of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his companions.
Barelvi: A school of thought within Sunni Islam, known for its reverence of saints and emphasis on the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) intercessory powers.
Deobandi: A Sunni Islamic reform movement that emphasizes the importance of strict adherence to the Quran and Sunnah, often opposing practices they consider innovative.
Hadith: A collection of sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that are used as a source of guidance for Muslims.
Imam Bukhari: A highly respected Islamic scholar and hadith collector whose work, Sahih al-Bukhari, is considered one of the most authentic hadith collections in Sunni Islam.
Kufr: Disbelief or denial of God or any of the fundamental beliefs in Islam.
Mushrik: A term used in Islam to describe a person who commits shirk, which is the act of associating partners with God.
Qadiani: A religious group considered heretical by most Muslims for their belief in a prophet after Muhammad (PBUH).
Shia: A branch of Islam that believes that leadership of the Muslim community should have passed through the family of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), specifically to his cousin Ali.
Shirk: The act of associating partners with Allah, considered the gravest sin in Islam.
Sunnah: The practices, customs, and way of life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), which serves as a model for Muslims.
Taqleed: The act of following a particular religious scholar or legal school of thought without questioning.
Wali: A term in Islam for a close friend of God, often referred to as a saint in other traditions.
Wilayat: The state or condition of being a wali, or a saint.
Mirza’s Critique of Islamic Theology
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Briefing Document: Analysis of “Pasted Text”
Date: October 26, 2023
Subject: Analysis of a transcribed discussion, likely a podcast or interview, featuring Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza and others, focused on theological debates and critiques within Islamic traditions.
Sources: “Pasted Text” transcript.
Executive Summary:
This document analyzes a transcribed conversation centered on religious discourse, primarily between Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza (referred to as “Ali Bhai” or “Mirza Sahab”) and an interviewer. The conversation delves into a wide range of complex theological disputes, primarily within Sunni Islam, but touching upon Shia Islam and Qadianism as well. Key themes include criticisms of Barelvi, Deobandi, and Ahle Hadith interpretations of Islam, the importance of understanding Arabic grammar in religious interpretation, and debates regarding the role and status of saints (Auliya) and historical figures like Imam Bukhari and Abdul Qadir Jilani. The discussion is characterized by a confrontational style, with Mirza explicitly challenging established religious figures and interpretations.
Key Themes and Ideas:
Critique of Traditional Islamic Schools of Thought:
Barelvi: Mirza is highly critical of the Barelvi school, particularly their reverence for Aala Hazrat and their interpretation of Sufism. He repeatedly challenges their claims about the status of Chishti Rasulallah (a controversial figure or concept), highlighting it as a form of shirk (idolatry). He criticizes their blind adherence to Aala Hazrat’s translations of the Quran, stating “If we don’t know grammar then how will we know that the translation of Aala Hazrat is absolutely correct?”. He accuses them of changing books and distorting Islamic teachings.
Deobandi and Ahle Hadith: While the focus is primarily on the Barelvis, Mirza also criticizes Deobandis and Ahle Hadith, seeing all three as equally flawed. He groups them together as “contractors of Ahle Sunnat” and sees them as hypocrites. He challenges the practice of taqlid (blind following) of imams of fiqh and says that the religious scholars should address the current issues instead of relying on the rulings of imams of fiqh who lived centuries ago.
Emphasis on Direct Quranic Understanding: Mirza consistently advocates for a direct understanding of the Quran based on sound Arabic grammar. He critiques reliance on translations without knowledge of the original language: “I closed my eyes without understanding Arabic grammar. Did you accept his translation there?”. He suggests that if he translates the Quran himself, it will be an end of any arguments and conflicts related to the various interpretations of the Quran.
Debate on Saints and “Wilayat”:
Mirza challenges the concept of wilayat (sainthood), questioning the contributions of figures like Abdul Qadir Jilani. “What has the knowledge of Hadith to do with the people? The Sunnah is completed during the period of his Wilayat… if so then why don’t you believe it, I have never believed it.” He believes that the Sunnah was completed during the life of the prophet Muhammad, therefore there is no role of saints in completion of the Sunnah.
He argues that believing in saints is not a fundamental tenet of Islam. “If believing in a Wali is a part of religion then I I am not interested in that guy… Muslims of 500 years before Jilani… were Muslims, they did not know that Abdul Qadir has to be born in this world.”
He insists on distinguishing between respecting historical figures and venerating them as intercessors with God, implying that Barelvis overstep this line. He says, “This is called Aulia Karam and Aulia Kiram I believe in him, not Auliyaullah”
The Question of Imam Bukhari and Hadith:
Mirza discusses Imam Bukhari and the collection of Hadiths as one of the most important religious work, stating, “The Ahle Sunnat of the world believe that the Quran After this the most affal kitab is Bukhari”. He emphasizes that Muslims are to believe that the hadith mentioned in Bukhari Sharif is a true narration. He says the Muslims will accept it and there is no question about it that whether it is a true book or not.
He raises the question, “How will we know that there is also a person named Imam Bukhari? Has any Muhas passed away or in the name of Bukhari Sharif there is also a book and that book is the one which Imam Bukhari wrote?”
Controversies surrounding Bayazid Bastami and Chishti Rasulallah:
Mirza strongly criticizes claims attributed to Bayazid Bastami, particularly the statement “my flag on doomsday mohammed will be bigger than the flag of Mohammed”. He says, “They say that under the flag of the eagle Basta There will be all the prophets and Mohammed Rasulallah”. Mirza views this as a form of shirk and a challenge to the Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) status. He says Muslims believe that on the day of Judgement, the flag of the Prophet Muhammed (pbuh) will be at the highest.
He argues that the concept of “Chishti Rasulallah” is a fabricated and dangerous innovation within Sufism, calling it ‘Kufr’.
Rejection of Qadianism and Sufi Extremism:
Mirza is vehemently opposed to Qadianism, labeling Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani as “Dajjal” (antichrist). He equates Qadiani’s claims with the extreme claims of some Sufis: “Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani Dajjal has committed a robbery… I was a follower of Bajad, this religion These are the lines of Sufism.” He sees both as a deviation from true Islam.
He points out similarities in how Qadianis and some Sufis make claims of prophethood: “Qadiani will also take the religion of Sufism forward was going on but since he was a Barelvi himself He was declared a Kafir and thrown out.”
Rejection of the concept of ‘Mubahela’ as a test of truth:
Mirza condemns that a person should commit suicide or drink poison to prove their claim as true. He says the concept of mubahela is to go to the open and pray to God that the one who lies should be cursed by God.
Call for Unity Based on Quran and Sunnah:
Despite his criticisms, Mirza expresses a desire for unity among Muslims based on the Quran and Sunnah. He also emphasizes the importance of respecting the family of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh): “The Quran and Ahl-e-Bait which was a bloody riot The common bond is faith in the elderly right now a female anchor cannot do that.”
He advocates for Muslims to study their own translations of the Quran with the understanding of basic Arabic.
He urges people to reject the traditional school of thoughts blindly and instead they should make sure that their beliefs conform to Quran and Sunnah.
Key Quotes:
“If we don’t know grammar then how will we know that the translation of Aala Hazrat is absolutely correct”
“This sentence is not said anywhere that the Chiti Rasulallah, it is being said that it is right”
“The Sunnah is completed during the period of his Wilayat”
“You have given me Meher Ali Shah Sahab in right of Kalam If he mentioned it then it comes from his quote”
“The Ahle Sunnat of the world believe that the Quran After this the most affal kitab is Bukhari”
“I am a bigger Barelvi than them”
“If believing in a Wali is a part of religion then I I am not interested in that guy.”
“There is a conflict between books and the scholars”
“You are present in this world and you should go and pray to them”
“I am not Sunnat but Ahle Sunnat”
“Our students have become Allah’s Thank you, Alhamdulillah, I will not tell you No Barelvi should come and tell me in front of you”
Analysis and Observations:
Provocative and Polemical Style: Mirza’s tone is consistently provocative and challenging. He uses strong language (e.g., calling practices “fraud,” “lies”) and directly confronts established figures.
Emphasis on Reason and Critical Thinking: He encourages critical thinking and a direct engagement with religious texts over blind adherence to traditional interpretations.
Focus on Internal Critique: Much of Mirza’s criticism is directed towards internal disputes and practices within Sunni Islam, suggesting an attempt to reform rather than reject the tradition outright.
Complex and Nuanced Debate: The discussions are not simplistic. They touch upon complex issues of theology, history, and interpretation, indicating a level of depth in the issues being discussed.
Potential Implications:
Controversy and Polarization: Mirza’s views are likely to be highly controversial, potentially further polarizing existing divisions within Muslim communities.
Challenge to Authority: His criticisms pose a direct challenge to established religious authorities, potentially inspiring some to question traditional teachings.
Renewed Emphasis on Textual Analysis: The emphasis on direct Quranic interpretation and understanding of Arabic grammar could influence some Muslims to focus on those aspects of their faith.
Engagement with Difficult Topics: The conversation’s willingness to tackle sensitive and complex topics could encourage more open and honest discussions within Muslim communities.
Conclusion:
The transcribed discussion is a revealing glimpse into a complex and often contentious landscape of Islamic thought. Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza emerges as a critical voice, challenging established orthodoxies and promoting a more reasoned and textually based approach to faith. While his style may be polarizing, his arguments raise important questions that warrant further engagement and debate within the Muslim community.
This briefing document provides a comprehensive overview of the key themes and ideas presented in the provided text. It should provide a solid foundation for understanding the complex religious dynamics at play.
Critical Examination of Islamic Theology and Practice
FAQ on Key Themes and Ideas
Here is an 8-question FAQ based on the provided text, focusing on the main themes and ideas discussed:
Why is Arabic grammar considered so important in understanding the Quran and Hadith?
Arabic grammar is crucial because it helps ensure the accuracy of translations and interpretations. The speaker emphasizes that without a strong grasp of grammar, one cannot definitively say whether a translation, like that of Aala Hazrat, is entirely correct or not. Incorrect understanding of grammar can lead to misunderstandings of religious texts. This can result in misinterpretations of fundamental religious concepts and even, according to some, to heretical beliefs.
What are the different views about Imam Bukhari’s “Sahih Bukhari” among Muslims?
The text suggests that the Ahle Sunnat (Sunni Muslims) generally regard “Sahih Bukhari” as the most authentic hadith collection after the Quran. They believe it to be the work of Imam Bukhari himself. However, the speaker raises that even within Sunni Muslims, there might be disagreements, and some may question the accuracy or authority of hadith collections. The speaker also points out that Shia Muslims may have different perspectives on hadith collections and their importance.
What is the controversy surrounding the figure of “Chishti Rasulallah” mentioned in the text?
The term “Chishti Rasulallah” appears to be a controversial phrase found in some Barelvi literature. The speaker states that they investigated this claim and concluded that it is not a valid representation of the Chishti order and that it implies the existence of a messenger of Allah within the Chishti Sufi order. This claim is seen as heretical and a corruption of core Islamic beliefs concerning prophethood. It appears that the speaker challenges the validity of books that contain this term and calls for its removal, criticizing those who propagate it.
Why does the speaker criticize the concept of “Wilayat” (sainthood) and figures like Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani?
The speaker questions the role and contributions of figures like Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani, particularly in relation to the Sunnah and hadith. They ask what specific contributions such figures have made to Islamic teachings, especially when compared to figures like Imam Bukhari. This indicates a critical stance on the veneration of saints and the acceptance of their supposed spiritual authority. They suggest that focusing on personal contributions instead of devotion to saints is more in line with true Islamic practice. The speaker says they believe in Aulia Ikram (respected people) but not Auliya Ullah (friends of God) and that only the Prophet of the time can decide who is a friend of God.
How does the speaker approach the issue of “Monetization” (earning income from YouTube videos) of Islamic content?
The speaker acknowledges that there are different views on the permissibility of monetization within Islamic parameters. While they initially avoided it, they explain that they had to start due to platform requirements. They state they try to limit it by turning off mid-video ads. They seem to have a cautious approach, seeking to balance the need to fund their efforts while avoiding practices that might be considered un-Islamic.
What is the speaker’s view on sectarian divisions within Islam, particularly between Barelvi, Deobandi, and Ahle Hadith schools of thought?
The speaker critiques these sectarian divisions. While they acknowledge that all these groups consider themselves to be part of Ahle Sunnat, they criticize them for labeling each other as “kafir” (disbelievers) or “mushrik” (polytheists), even calling each other Dajjal (Antichrist). They say they are trying to get the sects to argue and resolve their differences. They criticize the sectarian practices and ideologies, urging people to directly engage with the Quran and Sunnah and not be blindly led by their respective schools of thought. The speaker suggests that many of these groups, while following the letter of the law, may not be following the true spirit of Islam.
What is the speaker’s opinion on the concept of “Intercession” by saints and Imams, and what is his specific point regarding Hazrat Ali?
The speaker rejects the concept of intercession by anyone other than Allah, even by saints, including Hazrat Ali. He points out that while many consider Hazrat Ali a ‘Maula’ (master/helper), it’s a title of respect, not divinity. He emphasizes that seeking help from anyone who is not present in the world is not acceptable in Islam. The speaker asserts that during the lifetime of Prophet Muhammad, the army chiefs were not drawn from the dead, which would imply that deceased saints and Imams should not be invoked for guidance in life. He argues that communication between the living and the dead is not possible, and prayers should be addressed directly to Allah. He also uses the incident of Maula Ali during the Battle of Siffin to counter the beliefs of those who believe in the intercession of saints and Imams
What are the speaker’s key messages to the youth?
The speaker’s key message is for the youth to critically examine religious texts and interpretations themselves, rather than blindly following the dictates of their respective sects or schools of thought. They encourage direct engagement with the Quran and Sunnah in their language, without relying solely on translations or interpretations of specific figures. They advocate for Muslims to become knowledgeable, use reason and logic, and avoid labeling each other as kafirs or mushriks. He says that people have become too emotionally invested in following figures instead of Islam. He encourages everyone to read the Quran to understand their faith.
Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza: A Critical Study of Islam
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Timeline of Main Events & Topics
Pre-2008: Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza (EMAM) begins his study of Islam, learning from various scholars, attending their services, reading their books, and listening to their speeches, with a focus on comparative study.
2008: EMAM starts conducting home meetings via webcam.
October 2010: EMAM publishes his first video online, beginning Quran classes with a laptop.
December 10, 2011: EMAM’s video on the Yazidi investigation goes viral, increasing his reach and notoriety.
2014: One of EMAM’s students, Faisal Abbas, creates a YouTube channel for him, starting the upload of clips.
Pre-2015: EMAM is working in Taleemabad, possibly with support from relative Azizo Akba; at this point the work is smaller in scale, and he faces no major organizational issues.
2015-2016: EMAM’s work grows significantly, leading to increased sensitivity within the organization where he works.
2017: EMAM is falsely accused of terrorism and is offered retirement. He fights this accusation in the Islamabad High Court for a year.
2018: EMAM officially retires and dedicates himself full-time to his work.
Ongoing: EMAM continues his work online, producing videos and podcasts. He faces numerous challenges from other Islamic scholars and groups. He engages in debates and discussions on religious topics. His videos generate high viewership, causing consternation amongst some more traditional groups.
Before November 2023: EMAM is monetizing his content, but has disabled video ads, noting they will become compulsory after November 2023.
Throughout the Timeline:Recurring themes involve EMAM’s critiques of various Islamic schools of thought, especially Barelvi, Deobandi and Shia beliefs.
A significant focus is on the importance of understanding Arabic grammar in interpreting religious texts.
EMAM stresses direct study of Quran and Sunnah, over blind acceptance of interpretations.
Numerous discussions about whether prominent historical figures were saints (“Waliullah”) and their contribution to Islam are debated, with EMAM consistently asserting their lack of divine power or contribution to authentic Islam.
Recurring disputes focus on the concept of Shafa’a (intercession) and whether its flag will be held by the Prophet or other figures, like Bayazid Bastami.
Discussions surrounding the claims of Chishti Rasool and other Sufi figures who are claimed by some to have claimed a prophetic status, with EMAM declaring that these are blasphemous and against Islamic teachings.
The Qadiani sect is repeatedly referenced, and contrasted with other Islamic schools. EMAM asserts that many of the same ideas are being repeated, despite the condemnation of Qadiani as being outside of Islam.
Numerous challenges are issued and accepted for public debates.
Cast of Characters & Bios
Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza (EMAM): The central figure of the narrative, a self-taught Islamic scholar known for his critical and analytical approach. He is a former engineer who now dedicates himself to religious study and commentary.
Aala Hazrat (Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi): A prominent 20th-century Barelvi scholar and founder of the Barelvi movement. EMAM often critiques his interpretations of religious texts, in particular his alleged use of the term “Chishti Rasulallah.”
Peer Meher Ali Shah: A Barelvi scholar, sometimes invoked in the context of EMAM’s discussions about “Chishti Rasool”.
Imam Bukhari: A 9th-century Islamic scholar and compiler of the Hadith collection Sahih al-Bukhari. EMAM references this work often, both to give weight to his own pronouncements, and to make points about others not following its precepts.
Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani: A highly revered Sufi saint. EMAM critiques the notion of sainthood and questions Jilani’s contribution to authentic Islamic teaching.
Imam Abu Hanifa and Imam Shafi: Two of the four great Imams of Sunni Islam, often invoked in the context of legal reasoning and taqlid. EMAM asserts that these figures are worthy of respect, but do not hold divine power or authority.
Imam Ghazali: A famous Islamic philosopher and theologian. EMAM compares him to Abdul Qadir Jilani, questioning their contributions in comparison to religious authorities such as Imam Bukhari.
Bayazid Bastami: A Sufi figure whose alleged controversial statements about surpassing the Prophet Muhammad are a point of contention in discussions.
Hanif Qureshi: A Barelvi Mufti who has debated EMAM and whose views are often contrasted with EMAM’s. Qureshi is criticized for believing Bayazid Bastami will hold the banner of Shafa’a.
Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani: The founder of the Qadiani sect, whom EMAM considers a Dajjal (deceiver).
Mufti Muneeb Rehman: A respected Barelvi scholar, whose pronouncements are often discussed by EMAM. The text implies that he is either dead or has very recently died.
Mufti Taqi Usmani: An Islamic scholar from Deoband, whose knowledge of Arabic and Quranic recitation is invoked by EMAM. EMAM challenges him to come forward and debate with him.
Saad Hussain Rizvi: The Amir (leader) of TLB (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan) group. EMAM challenges him to a public debate.
Inayat Haq Shah: The head of TLPL (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Punjab) who is described as a fugitive, and is challenged by EMAM to come and debate.
Faisal Abbas: A student of EMAM who created and maintains his early YouTube channel.
Azizo Akba: A relative of EMAM who was possibly part of the Daawat Islamic group, but is not currently an opponent.
Mufti Samar Abbas Attari A Barelvi scholar, who EMAM points out he taught as a child, and has since grown up to abuse him on social media.
Mufti Rashid Rizvi: Another Barelvi scholar whom EMAM has previously debated with.
Dr. Ashraf Jalali: A Barelvi scholar mentioned in context of challenges to public debate.
Maulana Fazal Rehman: A religious figure associated with Deobandi beliefs. EMAM says his followers consider him a heretic.
Tarak Zameer: A scholar from the Debandi sect who is mentioned in the context of being influenced by Shia beliefs.
Gula: Mentioned as a follower of the Qadiani sect.
Khalil: A scholar from Pindi who exposed a lie that was being spread by Dr. Ashraf Jalali
Peer Ghode Shah: A religious figure who challenged EMAM to meet at Minar e Pakistan.
Maulvi Alam Dan: A religious leader who challenged EMAM to a debate, and proposed to jump from the top of Minar e Pakistan.
Umar: Mentioned frequently as the name given to religious scholars (Ulama) when they are mentioned collectively.
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Arabic Grammar and Islamic Texts
Arabic grammar is essential for understanding the Quran and Hadith [1, 2].
Key points about Arabic grammar:
Importance: Knowledge of Arabic grammar is crucial to accurately understand the Quran and Hadith [1, 2]. Without it, one cannot be certain of the correctness of translations [1].
Understanding Translations: To verify the accuracy of a translation of religious texts, knowledge of Arabic grammar is necessary [3].
Misinterpretation: Without understanding Arabic grammar, people may be misled when reading translations of the Quran [4, 5].
Quran and Sunnah: Arabic grammar is important for understanding both the Quran and the Sunnah [6]. The Quran and Sunnah are considered a blessed invitation to follow [6].
Hadith: Understanding Arabic is also important for understanding the Hadith [2, 7].
Language of Scholars: Some scholars emphasize the importance of knowing Arabic so as not to be misled by translations and interpretations [4].
Learning Arabic: Learning Arabic is beneficial, even if one relies on translations [8]. It is possible to learn Arabic in parallel with studying translations, and this can refresh one’s faith [8].
It is important to note that some people may have translated the Quran without having formal education or a degree in Arabic. However, they may have been experts in Arabic linguistics and also spoke in Urdu [2].
Ultimately, the goal of studying Arabic grammar is to ensure an accurate understanding of the Quran and Sunnah [2].
Hadith: Knowledge, Authenticity, and Interpretation
Based on the provided sources, here’s a discussion of Hadith knowledge:
Importance of Hadith: The Hadith, alongside the Quran, is a crucial source of religious knowledge [1]. The sources emphasize that the Quran and Sunnah are a blessed invitation to follow [1, 2].
Understanding Hadith: Knowledge of Arabic grammar is essential to properly understand the Hadith [3, 4].
Transmission of Hadith: The sources discuss how knowledge of the Quran and Hadith was transferred through the Prophet Muhammad and his companions [5]. The Prophet instructed his followers to deliver his message, even if it was only a single verse [1]. This indicates the importance of disseminating hadith knowledge.
Authenticity of Hadith: The sources discuss the importance of verifying the authenticity of hadith. Some people question whether the book known as “Bukhari Sharif” is the same as what was written by Imam Bukhari [3].
Imam Bukhari: Imam Bukhari is a highly regarded figure in hadith literature [3, 6, 7]. His collection, Sahih Bukhari, is considered by some to be the most reliable book after the Quran [3, 5]. The sources mention that Imam Bukhari’s work was a service to the public, and that it was not based on his personal notes [7]. There is a belief that the Ahle Sunnat of the world considers Bukhari to be the most important book after the Quran [5].
Different Interpretations: It is mentioned that different scholars and schools of thought may have varying interpretations of Hadith [6, 8]. Some people may refer to different scholars or hadith collections in order to come to their conclusions [7, 9, 10].
Relevance of Hadith in Modern Times: The sources suggest that the teachings of the Hadith remain relevant to present-day issues [11]. People consult hadith to understand issues of their time [12].
Hadith and Sectarianism: The sources touch upon how different interpretations of hadith contribute to sectarianism [10, 13-15]. There are discussions about whether or not different groups are following the correct path based on their hadith interpretations [16, 17].
Key Points:
The Quran and Sunnah are the foundation of religious knowledge [1].
Understanding hadith requires knowledge of Arabic grammar [3, 4].
There are different interpretations of hadith, which can lead to sectarianism [10, 13-15].
Imam Bukhari is an important figure in hadith scholarship, but he is not without critics [5].
Hadith remains relevant in modern times [11].
Imam Bukhari: Life, Work, and Legacy
Based on the provided sources and our conversation history, here’s a discussion of Imam Bukhari:
Significance: Imam Bukhari is a highly respected figure in Islam, particularly known for his work in hadith literature [1-3]. His collection, Sahih Bukhari, is considered by some to be the most reliable book after the Quran [1, 2, 4]. It is a central text for many Muslims [2, 4]. The Ahle Sunnat of the world consider Bukhari to be the most important book after the Quran [1, 4].
Compilation of Hadith: Imam Bukhari’s work was a service to the public [5]. It is believed that Sahih Bukhari was not written based on personal notes [5]. Instead, it was a carefully compiled collection of hadith that he gathered and verified. The sources suggest that Imam Bukhari dedicated his life to collecting and organizing hadith [6-8].
Authenticity: The sources emphasize the importance of verifying the authenticity of hadith [3]. There is a question of whether the book known as “Bukhari Sharif” is the same as what was written by Imam Bukhari [1, 3]. This highlights the importance of ensuring the accuracy and reliability of religious texts [1, 3].
Acceptance: There is a general acceptance of Imam Bukhari and his work. Many believe in Imam Bukhari [4]. It is a widely held belief that the Ahle Sunnat considers Bukhari the most important book after the Quran [1, 4]. However, not everyone accepts Imam Bukhari’s work without question. Some people may question if Imam Bukhari was a Muslim, though it is acknowledged that this is not a question for Muslims [4].
Criticism: Despite his importance, Imam Bukhari is not without criticism. Some people raise questions about the content and interpretation of hadith found in his collection [2, 9, 10]. Some may believe that some of the hadith are not true and even accuse Imam Bukhari of being insolent [10]. Some argue that the hadith were written with pictures [11].
Imam Bukhari and other Imams: The sources mention that Muslims also believe in other Imams such as Imam Abu Hanifa and Imam Shafi, and consider all Imams worthy of respect [9]. There is a discussion of whether or not one must follow a single Imam and leave the others [9]. There are different views on this [9].
Relevance in Modern Times: The sources indicate that Imam Bukhari’s work remains relevant to modern-day issues. The work of Imam Bukhari is still referred to and studied by scholars [2, 12]. However, people also use hadith to interpret contemporary issues [2, 13, 14].
Sectarianism: The sources discuss how different interpretations of Imam Bukhari’s work and other hadith can contribute to sectarianism [4, 15]. Different groups may claim to be following the correct path based on their understanding of his work [2, 4, 9]. Some groups consider themselves Ahle Sunnat and believe that they are the true followers of Imam Bukhari [4, 9].
Key Takeaways:
Imam Bukhari is a highly influential figure in hadith scholarship.
His collection, Sahih Bukhari, is a central text for many Muslims, considered second only to the Quran by some.
While widely respected, his work is not without criticism and different interpretations.
The sources highlight how different interpretations of his work can lead to sectarianism.
The study of Imam Bukhari’s work is relevant to present-day issues.
Quran Translation: Access, Challenges, and Interpretations
Based on the sources and our conversation history, here’s a discussion of Quran translation:
Importance of Translation: The sources emphasize the importance of translating the Quran into languages that people can understand. It is believed that the Quran was translated for the public so that they could understand it, not so that it would remain the personal knowledge of a select few [1]. The Quran, in its original Arabic, was revealed to guide people, and translations help make its message accessible [2].
Accessibility for the Public: The Quran was translated into Urdu for the public because the public did not know Arabic [1]. The sources suggest that people should be able to read the Quran in their own language [3]. This makes it clear that the goal of translation is to make the Quran’s teachings understandable to a wider audience.
Arabic Language and Translation: Although translation is necessary, the sources also emphasize that Arabic grammar is important for understanding the Quran [4]. Some believe that if people do not learn Arabic and instead rely on translations, they may be misled [3]. This highlights a tension: while translation is crucial for access, a deep understanding of the original Arabic can be essential for accurate interpretation [4].
Challenges of Translation: The sources note that there can be differences in the choice of words in translation [4]. Even if the core meaning of a verse is the same, different translators may use different words [3, 4]. Some believe that even the choice of alphabet can make a difference in the world [3]. This suggests that translation is not simply a mechanical process, and the translator’s choices can influence how the text is understood.
Accuracy of Translations: There is a discussion about whether or not all translations are accurate. Some believe that one must know Arabic grammar to verify the accuracy of a translation [2, 5]. It is said that if one reads a translation of the Quran without the guidance of a religious master, one may be misguided [1]. Some people suggest that they cannot translate the Quran better than the scholars of the past [1].
Multiple Translations: There are numerous translations of the Quran, and the sources discuss various scholars who have translated it into different languages. Some of these scholars include Aala Hazrat and Thanvi [1, 6]. It is mentioned that different sects may have their preferred translations [3].
Comparison of Translations: The sources suggest that it is important to compare different translations of the Quran [4, 6]. Some argue that the underlying meaning of the Quran is the same across translations [4]. By comparing translations, one can gain a better understanding of the different ways the text can be interpreted.
Translations and Sectarianism: The sources indicate that translations of the Quran can also contribute to sectarianism. Different groups may favor their own translations or interpretations of the Quran. There is a discussion about whether or not Barelvi, Ashri, or Thanvi translations are acceptable [5]. Some use translations to promote their own viewpoints [3].
Key Points:
Translation is essential for making the Quran accessible to a wider audience, but it also presents challenges.
While translations aim to convey the core meaning, differences in word choice can lead to variations in understanding.
It is important to compare different translations and to consider the translator’s perspective.
Understanding Arabic grammar is also crucial for accurate interpretation, so learning Arabic can be very helpful, even if one relies on translations.
Different translations are associated with different sects and can sometimes be a source of conflict.
Ultimately, the sources suggest that while translations are necessary and valuable, they should be used with a critical understanding of the challenges involved and the importance of consulting scholars, understanding the original Arabic and also comparing different interpretations.
Sufi Saints: Belief, Practice, and Controversy
Based on the provided sources and our conversation history, here’s a discussion of Sufi saints:
Belief in Saints (Aulia Ikram): The sources discuss the concept of “Aulia Ikram” which refers to Sufi saints [1]. There is a debate about whether or not to believe in them. Some individuals claim they do not believe in the saints whom others call Aulia Ikram [1]. Instead, they say they believe in Aulia Karam and Aulia Kiram [2]. There is a discussion about what term is correct, and there is a debate about whether or not one can call a person Waliullah [2]. It is argued that only a prophet of time can designate a person as Waliullah [2].
Differing Views: Some people criticize the belief in Sufi saints. There is a debate about the role and importance of these saints. One individual mentions that he does not believe in the saints and does not call them Aulia Ullah [1]. Some do not believe that these saints have made significant contributions to the religion, and question what unique work they have done for the Ummah [3, 4]. Some question the contributions of Abdul Qadir Jilani [4].
Reverence for Saints: The sources suggest that many people revere Sufi saints. They are called “Baba,” which is a term of respect [5]. Some people believe that saints have special status, and that they are close to Allah. This reverence leads to practices such as visiting their shrines and seeking their blessings [2, 6].
Sufi Orders: The sources mention different Sufi orders, including the Naqshband order [7]. This indicates that Sufism is not monolithic, and there are different traditions and lineages within it. Mufti Alimuddin belonged to the Naqshband order [7].
Practices: The sources mention that some Sufi saints are believed to have performed miracles. One example is the story of a saint’s hand coming out of his grave, which is dismissed as not possible [8]. Some people believe that saints can intercede with God on their behalf [6]. The sources criticize practices that they consider superstitious or that are against the Quran and Sunnah [2].
Contradictions and Criticisms: The sources highlight contradictory beliefs and criticisms of some Sufi saints. For example, some people believe that Sufi saints are “mushriks” (those who associate partners with God) [9]. Some criticize the belief that Sufi saints have special powers or knowledge [2, 6]. One source recounts a claim that a Sufi saint said his flag would be bigger than that of Prophet Muhammad and that all prophets would be under his flag [10, 11]. This is presented as an extreme and unacceptable claim [10, 11].
Sufism and Sectarianism: The sources show how Sufi beliefs and practices can be a source of division between different groups of Muslims. There are discussions about the Barelvi school of thought and how it relates to Sufism [7, 11]. The sources indicate that differing views on Sufi saints can lead to accusations of heresy or disbelief [11-13]. Some believe that the Barelvi school of thought is a sect of Ahle Sunnat [14]. There are also references to Qadianis and their connection to Sufism [12, 15].
Sufism and the Quran: The sources highlight some people’s belief that Sufi practices contradict the Quran and Sunnah. The sources describe a need to evaluate the actions of Sufi saints through the lens of the Quran [3, 13]. It is argued that if believing in a Wali is part of the religion, it would have been a part of the religion in the first 500 years of Islam [16]. The sources mention that some claim that some Sufi saints have introduced innovation into the religion [13].
Specific Sufi Saints: The sources specifically mention several Sufi saints, including:
Abdul Qadir Jilani: There is extensive discussion about his contributions and whether or not he is a true saint. Some question his knowledge of Hadith, and the value of any contributions he might have made to the religion [1, 3, 4].
Moinuddin Chishti: He is mentioned as another Sufi saint [17]. It is mentioned that some groups also believe in Chishti Rasoolallah [1, 12, 18, 19].
Data Ali Avery: He is mentioned along with other Sufi saints and “babas” [5, 17].
Bayazid Bastami: There is a discussion of his extreme statements that all prophets will be under his flag, which is seen as problematic [10, 11].
Key Takeaways:
Sufi saints are revered by many Muslims as figures close to God, but their role is debated.
There are diverse Sufi orders and traditions, with varying practices and beliefs.
The belief in and practices associated with Sufi saints are a significant source of contention and division, and can sometimes lead to sectarianism.
There is a tension between devotion to Sufi saints and adherence to the Quran and Sunnah.
Some believe that Sufism has deviated from the true path of Islam.
The sources present a complex and often contradictory picture of Sufi saints, highlighting both the reverence they inspire and the criticisms leveled against them and their role in Islam.
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This text is a transcription of a lecture discussing the internal conflict within the Tablighi Jamaat, a large Islamic missionary movement. The speaker details the history of the Jamaat, highlighting key figures and events leading to a schism in 2016. He explores the underlying causes of the division, including succession disputes and differing interpretations of religious practices. The lecture further examines the broader context of sectarianism in Islam, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the Quran and Sunnah while advocating for tolerance and unity among diverse Muslim groups. Finally, the speaker urges a return to core Islamic principles to resolve the conflict and prevent further division within the Muslim community.
Tablighi Jamaat and Sectarianism: A Study Guide
Quiz
Answer each question in 2-3 sentences.
What are the two factions that have formed within the Tablighi Jamaat in recent years and what is the primary point of conflict between them?
What are the three main centers of the Tablighi Jamaat’s annual gatherings, and where are they located?
What are the titles of the two books used by the Tablighi Jamaat that have recently become a source of controversy, and why are they controversial?
What is the historical context of the Deobandi and Barelvi conflict, and what is the central issue of contention?
Who was Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi and what is his significance to the Tablighi Jamaat?
According to the speaker, what is the primary issue that caused the split in the Tablighi Jamaat after the death of Maulana Inamul Hasan?
What is the speaker’s view on sectarianism within Islam and what does he argue is the source of division?
According to the speaker, what is the importance of the Quran and Sunnah, and how should Muslims approach the interpretation of these sources?
How does the speaker analyze the hadith of the 73 sects in relation to sectarianism?
What is the speaker’s perspective on the role of the Imams in Islamic jurisprudence, and what is his specific objection to the way they are followed by some Muslims?
Quiz Answer Key
The two factions within the Tablighi Jamaat are the “building group,” which focuses on infrastructure and organization, and the “Shura group,” which adheres to a council-based leadership structure. The primary conflict is over leadership and authority, stemming from a dispute regarding the appointment of an amir (leader).
The three main centers of the Tablighi Jamaat’s annual gatherings are in Tongi (Bangladesh), near Lahore (Pakistan), and the Nizamuddin center in Delhi (India). These gatherings draw huge numbers of participants and are significant events in the Tablighi Jamaat calendar.
The two books are “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity.” They are controversial because they contain accounts of outlandish Sufi events and stories, which some find to be inconsistent with a strict adherence to the Qur’an and Sunnah.
The conflict between the Deobandi and Barelvi sects began after the establishment of the Deoband Madrasah and is rooted in differing views on Sufi practices and the authority of Hadith. Each group holds the other as not being a true Muslim, even though they both come from the Sunni and Hanafi schools of thought.
Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi was the founder of the Tablighi Jamaat, who started the movement in 1926 as an effort to educate Muslims at the basic level of the religion. He focused on teaching Muslims about ablutions and prayers, expanding the movement to various villages.
According to the speaker, the primary cause of the split in the Tablighi Jamaat was the failure to reestablish the Shoori (council) after the death of Maulana Inamul Hasan and a power struggle, resulting in the appointment of Maulana Saad Kandhalvi without the proper consultation.
The speaker views sectarianism as a curse and believes the primary source of division within the Islamic community is the creation of factions and the adherence to traditions and teachings outside of the Qur’an and Sunnah. He advocates for unity based on the teachings of the Qur’an and Sunnah.
The speaker emphasizes that the Qur’an and Sunnah are the supreme and fundamental sources of guidance in Islam. He advises that Muslims approach the interpretation of these sources by referencing Hadith and avoiding opinions or traditions that deviate from their teachings.
The speaker argues that the hadith of the 73 sects does not command Muslims to create sects. Rather, it is a prediction of what will happen. He states that the Qur’an orders Muslims not to create sects and to reject interpretations of Hadith that justify divisiveness.
The speaker believes that the Imams should be respected but that their sayings should not supersede the Qur’an and Sunnah. He objects to how some Muslims follow Imams dogmatically rather than directly studying the Qur’an and Hadith, specifically referencing the act of kissing the thumb.
Essay Questions
Analyze the historical development of the Tablighi Jamaat, including its origins, growth, and the internal conflicts that have led to its current state of division. How has the legacy of Ilyas Kandhalvi shaped the trajectory of the movement?
Discuss the role of religious texts in the Tablighi Jamaat, focusing on the controversial books “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity,” and the impact of these books on the schism within the Jamaat. How do they compare to more canonical texts of the Qur’an and Sunnah?
Examine the issue of sectarianism within Islam as described by the speaker. What are the core issues that contribute to sectarian divisions, and how does he suggest overcoming them? What are the obstacles to creating unity within Islam, as identified by the speaker?
Compare and contrast the speaker’s approach to understanding Islam with the practices of the Tablighi Jamaat and its various factions. In what ways does the speaker attempt to be a neutral observer while also providing an analysis of the movement’s theological underpinnings?
Discuss the speaker’s emphasis on the Qur’an and Sunnah as the primary sources of guidance in Islam. How does this compare with the speaker’s understanding of the role of the Imams and the traditional schools of thought?
Glossary of Key Terms
Tablighi Jamaat: A transnational Islamic missionary movement that encourages Muslims to return to a strict adherence to Sunni Islam.
Deobandi: A Sunni Islamic reform movement that emphasizes a strict interpretation of the Qur’an and Hadith, with a focus on education and missionary work.
Barelvi: A Sunni Islamic movement that emphasizes love and devotion to the Prophet Muhammad and includes practices that some consider Sufi, often in opposition to the Deobandi view.
Ahl al-Hadith: A movement within Sunni Islam that emphasizes the importance of direct study of the Hadith, and often opposes Sufi practices or traditions not directly found in the texts.
Shura: A consultative council used in Islamic decision-making. In this context, it refers to the leadership council within the Tablighi Jamaat.
Amir: A leader or commander, often used to denote the head of a religious group or organization. In this context, it is the disputed leadership position within the Tablighi Jamaat.
Nizamuddin Center: The original headquarters of the Tablighi Jamaat in Delhi, India.
Raiwand Center: A major center of the Tablighi Jamaat located in Pakistan.
Tongi (Bangladesh): A town near Dhaka, Bangladesh, known for hosting one of the largest annual Tablighi Jamaat gatherings.
Virtues of Deeds/Virtues of Charity: Two books written by Shaykh Zakaria Kandhalvi used by the Tablighi Jamaat that have become controversial for containing outlandish Sufi stories and accounts.
Hayat al-Sahaba: A book written by Yusuf Kandhalvi about the lives of the companions of the Prophet, used within the Tablighi Jamaat.
Ijtihad: The process of making a legal decision based on the Islamic legal tradition. The term refers to reasoned interpretation of Islamic law by qualified scholars.
Sunnah: The practice and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, serving as a secondary source of guidance for Muslims after the Qur’an.
Hadith: The recorded sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, which are used to guide Muslims in their religious practice and understanding.
Qur’an: The holy scripture of Islam, considered by Muslims to be the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
Ahl al-Bayt: The family of the Prophet Muhammad, including his descendants, wives, and other close relatives.
Tawheed: The concept of the oneness of God in Islam, which emphasizes that there is no other god but Allah.
Ghadir Khum: A specific location where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have delivered a sermon about the importance of Ahl al-Bayt.
Rifa al-Ideen: The practice of raising hands during prayer, specifically when going into and rising from the bowing position (Ruku’). This is a point of contention for some Sunni Muslims.
Ijma: The consensus of the Muslim scholars on a particular issue of law or practice.
Fard: A religious obligation in Islam that is considered a duty for all Muslims.
Mujaddid: A renewer of the faith, who is seen as coming at the turn of each century in the Islamic calendar to restore Islamic practice back to the traditions of the Prophet and his companions.
Nasbiy: A derogatory term given to individuals who show animosity toward the family of the Prophet Muhammad.
Kharijites: An early sect of Islam who broke away from mainstream Islam over political and religious disputes.
Wahhabi Movement: An Islamic revivalist movement that promotes a strict adherence to Islamic doctrine and often views other Muslims as apostate.
Shia: A sect of Islam that believe Ali ibn Abi Talib was the rightful successor to the Prophet Muhammad.
Qadiani: A group that stems from the Ahmadiyya movement that was founded in 1889. Orthodox Muslims don’t consider them to be proper Muslims.
Tablighi Jamaat Schism and Islamic Unity
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Briefing Document: Analysis of Discourse on the Tablighi Jamaat and Sectarianism within Islam
Date: October 22, 2024 (based on the text’s context)
Source: Excerpts from a transcript of a public session (number 179) held on December 29, 2024
Overview:
This briefing document summarizes a lengthy and complex discourse that primarily centers on the Tablighi Jamaat, a large Islamic organization, and its recent internal divisions. The speaker, who identifies as an engineer and a scholar of the Quran and Sunnah, provides a critical historical overview of the group, its origins, and its current conflict. The speaker also uses this specific conflict as a springboard to discuss broader issues within Islam, such as sectarianism, the importance of adhering directly to the Quran and Sunnah, and the dangers of blind following of tradition. The tone is critical yet somewhat sympathetic, seeking to inform and to advocate for a more unified and Quran-centered approach to Islam.
Key Themes and Ideas:
The Tablighi Jamaat and Its Internal Strife:
Origins and Growth: The Tablighi Jamaat was founded by Ilyas Kandhalvi in 1926 with the aim of teaching basic religious practices to Muslims. The speaker acknowledges their hard work and dedication to going “from village to village to town to town to the mosque” and expresses personal “love for the people of Tablighi Jamaat” for their self-sacrifice.
Current Division: For the past nine years, the Tablighi Jamaat has been split into two factions: one focused on the “building system” and the other on the “Shuri” (consultative council). The text specifies that the schism became public in 2015. This conflict recently resulted in violence at their annual gathering in Bangladesh on December 18, 2024, with “five people were martyred and more than a hundred were injured.”
Accusations and Rhetoric: Each group accuses the other of various offenses, including calling the opposing group “Saadiani” which is intentionally close to “Qadiani” in sound, suggesting they are heretical, and that one side is an “Indian agent” while other “is pro-Pakistan.”
Leadership Dispute: The dispute over leadership can be traced to the death of Inamul Hasan in 1995 and the failure to name a successor, resulting in a power vacuum and ultimately, the schism between Maulana Saad Kandhalvi and the Shura based in Raiwand. The speaker argues that the Tablighi Jamaat, which is generally averse to public sectarianism, is publicly showcasing its division.
Sectarianism Within Islam:
Historical Context: The speaker traces the historical roots of sectarianism in Islam, highlighting the Deobandi-Barelvi divide, which emerged in the early 20th century. They note that before the Deoband madrasa, distinctions between Muslims were not as significant, focusing instead on legal schools of thought.
Critique of Sectarianism: The speaker argues that sectarianism is a “curse” and a deviation from the true teachings of Islam. The speaker emphasizes the need to avoid sectarian labels. They believe that sectarianism and the lack of tolerance prevents Muslim unity.
Critique of Following Elders: The speaker takes issue with the practice of following elders in a tradition, that results in the failure to adhere to and interpret the Qur’an and Sunnah directly.
Call for Unity through Diversity: The speaker advocates for a form of unity that acknowledges diversity and encourages scholarly debate while emphasizing common ground in the Qur’an and Sunnah.
Importance of the Quran and Sunnah:
Primary Sources: The speaker insists that the Quran and the Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad) are the primary sources of guidance in Islam.
Rejection of Sectarian Interpretations: They are critical of sectarian interpretations of the Quran and Sunnah, particularly in the area of worship. They find that traditions based on the sayings of elders result in a loss of adherence to the true practices described in Hadith (collections of the sayings and actions of the Prophet).
Emphasis on Understanding: The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the meaning of the Quran, rather than simply reciting it without comprehension. The speaker strongly criticizes the Tablighi Jamaat for relying more on books of virtue than on the text of the Qur’an itself. They cite the example of the practice of Rafa ul-Yadayn (raising hands during prayer), which they see as a clear example of adherence to Sunnah over sectarian custom. The speaker states that “The entire religion of the whole stands on it.” in regards to following the recorded traditions of how the Prophet practiced Islam.
Critique of Traditional Islamic Practices:
Sufi Influences: The speaker is critical of certain Sufi practices and beliefs, particularly those found in books such as “Virtues of Deeds”, used by the Tablighi Jamaat before being removed by Maulana Saad Kandalvi. They reject stories in these books that conflict with the Quran and Sunnah.
Rejection of Imitation of Religious Leaders: The speaker states “we don’t believe any sage, we don’t believe traitors, yes, we believe those who are loyal to the Messenger of Allah”. They reject the practice of following particular religious leaders and state that the “Imams are not at fault” and “we are not saying anything to Imam Hanifa, Imam Shafi’i, Ahmad Ibn Hanbal, Imam Malik, to his followers”, but reject religious leaders’ ideas that do not follow Quran and Sunnah.
The Concept of “The Straight Path” (Sirat al-Mustaqim):
Emphasis on following the straight path. The speaker quotes a hadith about the Prophet drawing a straight line, representing the true path, and many crooked lines, representing the paths of deviation, and urges adherence to the Quran and Sunnah in an effort to avoid “paths of the devil”.
Call to adhere to the way of the blessed The speaker concludes by stating that “They have not made their own paths and whoever has deviated from their path is the wrongdoer.” The speaker makes this statement in the context of the Prophet’s path and those who have followed the same path.
Quotes of Significance:
“It is a very big international news for Muslims. Therefore, it is not only a cause of pain and suffering, but also a cause of shame.” – On the Tablighi Jamaat conflict.
“No Muslim in the world called himself a Deobandi before the Hanafis There was a difference between the Shafi’is and the Sunnis, but the difference was not that these Deobandis were Muslims…” – On the historical context of sectarianism.
“I think sectarianism is a curse and we should avoid it.” – On the speaker’s stance on sectarianism.
“The whole issue of sectarianism is going on and then we started the work of a separate invitation, not to form a congregation…” – On the speaker’s organization.
“…the Quran and the Sunnah of His Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). The Qur’an Who wants to believe that the Qur’an and the Sunnah are one and the same, these are not optional things in this regard, there are two sources in parallel, the one who denies the Sunnah is not misguided, brother, he is a disbeliever…” – On the importance of following the Sunnah.
“This book is meant to end the differences between Jews and Christians. The book made the Companions and now Rizwan out of misguidance and made them the imam of the whole humanity and you are saying that differences will arise…” – On the unifying effect of the Qur’an.
“…after the departure of the Messenger of Allah, the Qur’an is the supreme caliph on this planet earth…” – On the final authority of the Quran after the Prophet.
“These are crooked lines, isn’t there a devil sitting on top of each line, who is calling you to him, and in the center of which I have drawn a straight line.” He placed his finger on it and said, “I recited the verse of the Qur’an, ‘The straight path,’ and this is my path, which is the straight path, so follow it…” – On the importance of following the straight path.
Analysis:
The speaker’s analysis is comprehensive, historically informed, and critical of the status quo within many Islamic communities. They advocate for a return to the primary sources of Islam (Quran and Sunnah) while rejecting sectarianism, blind following of tradition, and innovations that go against the Prophet’s teachings. The speaker uses the current conflict within the Tablighi Jamaat as a case study to illustrate the harmful effects of sectarianism and the importance of following the straight path. They highlight the significance of adherence to the way of the blessed in following the straight path.
Potential Implications:
This discourse has the potential to provoke discussion and debate within Muslim communities. It is a call for a critical engagement with religious traditions, pushing for a more Quran and Sunnah focused practice of Islam, and it might encourage Muslims to look beyond traditional sectarian divisions. However, the speaker’s criticism of established practices and leadership may be met with resistance from those within those traditional systems. The speaker intends to encourage followers of these paths to reevaluate some of their beliefs and practices, but also to treat other Muslims with respect regardless of their sect.
Conclusion:
This public session provides a detailed and nuanced commentary on a specific conflict within the Tablighi Jamaat while touching on wider issues of sectarianism and correct Islamic practice. The speaker advocates for reform, tolerance, and a return to the primary sources of Islam in the interest of creating a unified and more tolerant Muslim community. The message is powerful, but is likely to be controversial.
The Tablighi Jamaat: Division and Disunity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tablighi Jamaat and what are its main activities?
The Tablighi Jamaat is a large, international Islamic organization that originated in India around 1926. It focuses on encouraging Muslims to adhere to basic Islamic practices like prayer, ablution, and reading the Quran. They are known for their door-to-door preaching efforts, often traveling from village to village, mosque to mosque, promoting these fundamentals. The organization emphasizes personal sacrifice and religious devotion among its members, who often fund their missionary activities from their own pockets. It is also noteworthy for its large gatherings, particularly in Tongi, Bangladesh, near Lahore, Pakistan, and at Nizamuddin, in Delhi, India. They have centers established in roughly 170 countries and are considered to be the largest organization in the Muslim world.
Why has the Tablighi Jamaat recently been in the news?
The Tablighi Jamaat has experienced significant internal conflict and division in recent years, stemming from disagreements over leadership and the methodology of preaching. This has led to the formation of two main factions: one aligned with the “building system” (construction and management of centers), and the other focused on the “Shura” (consultative council). These divisions have manifested in clashes, most notably at their annual gathering in Bangladesh on December 18, 2024, resulting in deaths and injuries. The accusations flying between the factions are also a factor in the media coverage, with each side accusing the other of various wrongdoings.
What are the main points of contention between the two factions within the Tablighi Jamaat?
The core of the conflict involves disputes over leadership succession following the death of previous leaders. This culminated in Maulana Saad Kandhalvi unilaterally declaring himself Amir (leader) in 2016, leading to a split from the Shura council, the original group. The original Shura group felt that the 10 member Shura should have selected a new amir as decided in 1993. This resulted in each faction declaring the other’s mosques to be illegitimate, while accusations of betrayal and even foreign influence (Indian Agent), are common in the videos uploaded by the different factions. The factions differ also on the usage of specific books, for instance, Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s faction no longer endorses “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity,” which have been sources of controversy.
What is the significance of the books “Virtues of Deeds” and “Virtues of Charity” and why are they now controversial?
These books, authored by Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi, have historically been a part of the Tablighi Jamaat’s curriculum. However, they have come under criticism for containing narratives and stories perceived as fantastical, and for promoting ideas associated with Sufi practices and beliefs. Some critics, including Maulana Tariq Jameel, have argued that these narratives are not grounded in the Qur’an or the Sunnah. It’s also important to note that the authorship of these texts has been a factor, as the books are from the father of Maulana Saad Kanlavi, who was in the party of Sufism and Peri Muridi. This is why Saad Kandhalvi banned the books.
How does the Tablighi Jamaat relate to the broader historical conflict between the Deobandi and Barelvi schools of thought?
The Tablighi Jamaat is rooted in the Deobandi school of thought, which emerged as a reaction against certain Sufi practices and beliefs. The Deobandi school originated with the establishment of the Deoband Madrasa. This madrasa was formed because its scholars began to differ from Sufi thought, specifically taking aspects from the Ahl al-Hadith school. The Barelvi school of thought, in response, arose in 1904 in opposition to the Deobandi school and their deviations from Sufi thought. This led to a long-standing theological and cultural conflict between these two schools, with each side accusing the other of being outside the fold of Islam. This history of sectarianism affects how each faction within the Tablighi Jamaat views the other.
How does the speaker view the role of sectarianism in Islam?
The speaker views sectarianism as a detrimental force in Islam, believing it to be a curse. He argues that divisions and sects are a violation of the Qur’anic injunction to “hold fast to the rope of Allah and do not be divided into sects”. He believes the constant infighting and accusations of disbelief that each sect throws at each other creates disunity. He stresses that Muslims should primarily adhere to the Qur’an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad and avoid creating sects. He further asserts that each group thinks that their way is right, and because of that, it is easy for that group to deem all other groups are on the path to hell. He supports a more tolerant approach to differences in practice, where groups should focus on constructive scholarly criticism rather than outright denouncement.
What is the speaker’s position on following the Qur’an and the Sunnah?
The speaker strongly emphasizes that the Qur’an and the Sunnah are the primary sources of guidance for Muslims. He maintains that the method for the prayer was not described in the Quran, and therefore must come from the Sunnah and its related Hadiths. He argues that adherence to these sources will prevent Muslims from going astray, as the Prophet’s final instructions centered around these two things. He also stresses the importance of understanding the Qur’an rather than simply reciting it without comprehension. He highlights a hadith in which the Prophet (PBUH) states the best book of Allah is the Book of Allah, and the best path is that of Muhammad, and that any new actions in religion are considered heresies and will lead to hell.
What is the significance of the Hadith of Ghadeer Khum, and what does it tell us about the two things the Prophet left behind?
The speaker considers the Hadith of Ghadeer Khum to be of the highest importance. It details the Prophet, peace be upon him, declaring that he was leaving behind two weighty things for his followers: the Qur’an and his Ahl al-Bayt (his family). This is considered an important hadith because the Quran is not just a book, but rather “The Rope of Allah”, that if followed closely, will keep one from going astray. The Hadith goes on to say that the Prophet (PBUH) implores his followers to treat the Ahl al-Bayt well. The speaker believes that this hadith shows the significance of the Qur’an and also the importance of respecting the Prophet’s family. He argues that the Muslim Ummah has failed to uphold either of these.
The Tablighi Jamaat Schism
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Timeline of Events
1904: Madrasah Manzarul Islam Barelwi is built, marking the formal establishment of the Barelvi sect.
1905:Five Fatwas of infidelity (Hussam al-Haramayin) are issued against Deobandi scholars by Barelvi scholars.
Einstein publishes his Special Theory of Relativity, while the Deobandi-Barelvi conflict escalates.
Deobandi scholars write Al-Muhand Ali Al-Mufand in response to accusations of infidelity, but these are not accepted by the Barelvis.
1926: Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi starts the work of Tablighi Jamaat in Mewat, initially focused on educating Muslims.
1944: Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi dies.
1965: Maulana Yusuf Kandhalvi, Ilyas’s son, dies at the age of 48 after serving as Amir for 21 years; he wrote Hayat al-Sahaba.
1965: Instead of Yusuf’s son, Haroon, Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi appoints his son-in-law, Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi, as the Amir of Tablighi Jamaat.
1981: Dawat-e-Islami is formed by Barelvi scholars, with access to existing Barelvi mosques.
1993: Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi forms a ten-member council to choose a successor as Amir.
1995: Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi dies; the ten-member council fails to choose a new Amir, and the leadership falls to the council.
2007: The speaker of the text attends the Tablighi Jamaat gathering at Raiwind on 2nd November.
2008: The speaker moves towards Ahl al-Hadith beliefs.
2009: The speaker starts to understand issues of sectarianism
2010: The speaker starts regular video recordings of Quran classes in October.
March 2014: Maulana Zubair Al Hasan, a member of the Shura council, dies.
November 2015:Meeting of the Tablighi Jamaat in Raiwand.
Haji Abdul Wahab adds 11 new members to the shura, making a total of 13, and Maulana Saad Kandhalvi is named as one of the two most senior.
Maulana Saad Kandhalvi refuses to sign the document with the 13 members.
June 2016: Maulana Saad Kandhalvi declares himself the Amir of the Tablighi Jamaat, sparking a split within the organization. He expelled members of the other side from the Nizamuddin mosque in Delhi.
December 1, 2018: A clash occurs between the two factions of the Tablighi Jamaat in Bangladesh.
November 18, 2018: Haji Abdul Wahab dies.
December 18, 2024: Violent clashes in Bangladesh between the two Tablighi Jamaat groups result in 5 deaths and over 100 injuries. This event causes the speaker of the text to discuss the history of Tablighi Jamaat in public.
December 29, 2024: The speaker gives public session number 179, discussing these events.
Cast of Characters
Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi: Founder of the Tablighi Jamaat in 1926. He focused on educating Muslims and his work spread quickly. He died in 1944.
Maulana Yusuf Kandhalvi: Son of Ilyas Kandhalvi; the second Amir of Tablighi Jamaat. Served for 21 years, wrote Hayat al-Sahaba. Died at the age of 48 in 1965.
Maulana Haroon Kandhalvi: Son of Yusuf Kandhalvi, not chosen as the next Amir of Tablighi Jamaat after his father’s death.
Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi: Nephew of Ilyas Kandhalvi and cousin of Yusuf Kandhalvi. Chose his son-in-law as Amir instead of Yusuf’s son. Wrote Virtues of Actions, Virtues of Hajj, Virtues of Durood and Virtues of Charity.
Maulana Inamul Hasan Kandhalvi: Son-in-law of Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi; the third Amir of Tablighi Jamaat, serving for 30 years (1965-1995). Established the ten-member council.
Maulana Saad Kandhalvi: A descendant of Ilyas Kandhalvi who declared himself the Amir in 2016, leading to the current split within the Tablighi Jamaat. He leads the faction based at the Nizamuddin center in India and has banned some Tablighi books.
Haji Abdul Wahab: A senior member of the Tablighi Jamaat Shura (council) and teacher. He was with Ilyas Kandhalvi in 1926. Attempted to make peace between the groups in 2016 before passing away in 2018.
Maulana Zubair Al Hasan: Member of the ten-member Shura, who died in March 2014.
Rashid Ahmed Gangui, Ashraf Ali Thanvi, and Ismail Ambeti: Deobandi scholars who were targets of the Fatwas of infidelity from the Barelvis in 1905.
Khalil Ahmad Saharanpuri: Deobandi scholar who wrote Al-Muhand Ali Al-Mufand in response to accusations of infidelity from the Barelvis in 1905.
Imam Nabawi: Author of Riyad al-Saliheen, a widely read hadith book.
Maulana Tariq Jameel: A contemporary religious scholar who has criticized some of the traditional stories found in Tablighi books.
Imam Ahmed Barelvi: Founder of the Barelvi sect.
Ibn Abidin al-Shami: A scholar from 1252 A.H. who gave a blasphemous fatwa about Surah Al-Fatiha. Deobandi scholars cite him with respect.
Imam Abu Hanifa: Founder of the Hanafi school of law, whose opinions are followed by both Deobandis and Barelvis.
Sheikh Ahmad Sarandi (Mujaddid al-Thani): Declared himself a Mujaddid and claimed that if a prophet was to come to the Ummah, he would follow Hanafi law.
Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani: A respected Sufi figure. Author of Ghaniya Talibeen.
Imam al-Ghazali: A respected Sufi figure who lived from 505 – 506 Hijri.
Maulana Ilyas Qadri: Leader of the Dawat-e-Islami movement.
Maulana Ilyas: Leader of a small Tablighi Jamaat of Ahl al-Hadith.
Engineer (Speaker of the text): The speaker of the text who describes the history of the Tablighi Jamaat and Islamic sectarianism. He considers all the sects to be Muslim.
Qazi Shur: A judge of Kufa who wrote a letter to Hazrat Umar about issues of Ijtihad.
Imam Ibn Al-Mazar: Author of Kitab al-Ijma, a book on the consensus of Islamic scholars.
Zayd Ibn Arqam: Narrator of the hadith of Ghadeer Khum.
Hazrat Umar: Companion of the Prophet, second Caliph.
Hazrat Abu Bakr: Companion of the Prophet, first Caliph.
Mufti Amjad Ali: Author of Bhar Shariat.
Syed Farman Ali Shah: Whose translation is used for the Deobandis.
Gulam Ahmad Qadiani: The person who formed the Qadiani movement.
This detailed breakdown should provide a solid understanding of the key events and figures discussed in the text. Let me know if you have any other questions!
The Tablighi Jamaat Schism
The Tablighi Jamaat, a Deobandi sect, has experienced a significant split in recent years, leading to internal conflict and division [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the key aspects of this schism based on the provided sources:
Origins and Early Growth:
The Tablighi Jamaat was started by Ilyas Kandhalvi, with the goal of teaching basic Islamic practices [1, 3].
It became a large organization with centers established in 170 countries [3].
The Jamaat is known for its commitment to preaching and personal sacrifice, with members often using their own money to travel and spread their message [3].
They focus on teaching basic practices like ablution and prayer, and their work is considered effective [3].
The Split:
Internal Division: Over the last nine years, the Tablighi Jamaat has been divided into two groups: one focused on the building system and the other on the Shura (council) [1].
Public Disagreement: This division became very public in December 2024 during the annual gathering in Tongi, Bangladesh, when clashes between the two factions resulted in casualties [1, 4].
Accusations: The two groups have engaged in mutual accusations. The Shura group, based in Raiwind (Pakistan), has accused Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s group of being Indian agents [4]. Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s group is referred to as “Saadiani” by the other group, which is a derogatory term that sounds similar to “Qadiani,” a group considered heretical by many Muslims [2].
Centers of Division: The split is evident in different centers globally. The main centers are in Tongi (Bangladesh), Raiwind (Pakistan), and Nizamuddin (India), with the Nizamuddin center being associated with Maulana Saad Kandhalvi [1, 4].
Leadership Dispute: The conflict is rooted in a disagreement over leadership succession following the death of Maulana Inamul Hasan in 1995. A ten-member council was supposed to choose a new leader, but this did not happen [5, 6]. In 2016, Maulana Saad Kandhalvi declared himself the Amir (leader), which was not accepted by the Shura [6].
Key Figures and Their Roles:
Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi: Founder of Tablighi Jamaat [1, 7]. He passed away in 1944 [7].
Yusuf Kandhalvi: Son of Ilyas Kandhalvi, who served as Amir for 21 years and died in 1965 [8].
Maulana Haroon Kandhalvi: Son of Yusuf Kandhalvi, who was not chosen as the next Amir [5, 8].
Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi: A nephew of Maulana Ilyas Kandhalvi and cousin of Yusuf Kandhalvi. He chose his son-in-law, Maulana Inamul Hasan, as Amir instead of Maulana Haroon Kandhalvi [5]. He wrote the book Virtues of Deeds, which is now not read by the group led by Maulana Saad Kandhalvi [3, 9].
Maulana Inamul Hasan: Son-in-law of Sheikh Zakaria Kandhalvi, who served as Amir for 30 years (1965-1995) [5].
Maulana Saad Kandhalvi: A descendant of Ilyas Kandhalvi and the leader of one of the two factions. He is in charge of the Nizamuddin center in India [10].
Haji Abdul Wahab: A senior member of the Shura who opposed Maulana Saad Kandhalvi’s claim to leadership [6, 10]. He died in 2018 [10].
Impact of the Split:
Clashes and Casualties: The dispute has resulted in physical clashes and casualties [4, 11].
Division of Followers: The majority of the Tablighi Jamaat is with the Shura group centered in Raiwind [10]. The common members of the Tablighi Jamaat are not fully aware of the split [12].
Accusations of Sectarianism: The conflict is seen as part of a broader issue of sectarianism within Islam [11].
Underlying Issues:
Sectarian Tensions: The split is partly due to long-standing tensions between Deobandi and Barelvi sects. The speaker mentions that he hated the Tablighi Jamaat when he was younger because they belonged to the Deobandi sect [2].
Controversial Books: The group led by Maulana Saad Kandhalvi no longer uses books like Virtues of Deeds, which is considered controversial [3, 9].
Leadership Disputes: A major issue is the lack of clear succession process within the Tablighi Jamaat [5].
In conclusion, the Tablighi Jamaat’s split is a complex issue involving leadership disputes, sectarian tensions, and disagreements over practices. The division has led to physical conflict and has caused concern among Muslims [3, 4].
Sectarianism in Islam
Sectarianism within Islam is a significant issue, characterized by divisions and conflicts among different groups [1, 2]. The sources highlight several aspects of this problem, including its historical roots, its impact on Muslim communities, and the different perspectives on it [3-5].
Historical Roots of Sectarianism
Early Divisions: The sources suggest that the seeds of sectarianism were sown early in Islamic history [6].
After the death of the Prophet Muhammad, political disagreements led to the emergence of the Sunni and Shia sects [6].
The rise of different schools of thought (madhhabs) also contributed to the divisions, although they initially did not cause as much conflict [3].
Deobandi and Barelvi: A major split occurred with the emergence of the Deobandi and Barelvi sects in the Indian subcontinent. These two groups, both Sunni and Hanafi, developed from differing views on Sufi thought and Ahl al-Hadith teachings [3, 4].
The establishment of the Deoband Madrasa and the Barelvi Madrasa further solidified this division [3].
These groups have a long history of disagreement and conflict, with each not accepting the other as true Muslims [3].
Manifestations of Sectarianism
Mutual Condemnation: The different sects often accuse each other of being misguided or even outside the fold of Islam [3, 7].
The Barelvi’s issued fatwas of infidelity against Deobandi scholars [4].
The Deobandis and Barelvis are not ready to accept the other as Muslim [3].
Accusations and derogatory terms are used against each other, such as “Saadiani” to describe followers of Maulana Saad Kandhalvi, which is a word that is meant to sound like “Qadiani,” a group considered heretical [3, 8].
Physical Conflict: Sectarian tensions have sometimes resulted in physical violence, as seen in the clashes within the Tablighi Jamaat [2, 8].
Members of one group of Tablighi Jamaat attacked members of another group, resulting in deaths and injuries [8].
Mosques are sometimes declared as “Masjid Darar,” (a mosque of the hypocrites) by opposing groups [9].
Intolerance: The sources suggest that sectarianism leads to intolerance and a lack of respect for different views within the Muslim community [7, 10].
Sectarian groups are more focused on defending their own positions and attacking others [7].
This is demonstrated by the practice of some groups of throwing away prayer rugs of other groups in mosques [2, 9].
Different Perspectives on Sectarianism
Sectarian Identity: Each sect often views itself as the sole possessor of truth, with the other groups being misguided [7].
Ahl al-Hadith consider themselves to be on the path of tawheed (oneness of God) [7].
Barelvis see themselves as the “contractors of Ishq Rasool” (love of the Prophet) [7].
Deobandis claim to defend the Companions of the Prophet, although they will not discuss aspects of their history that do not support their point of view [7].
The Quran’s View: The sources emphasize that the Quran condemns sectarianism and division [5].
The Quran urges Muslims to hold fast to the “rope of Allah” and not to divide into sects [5].
The Quran states that those who create sects have nothing to do with the Messenger of Allah [5].
Critique of Sectarianism: The speaker in the sources critiques sectarianism, arguing that it is a curse and that all sects should be considered as Muslims [2].
He suggests that unity should be based on scholarly discussion, rather than on forming exclusive groups [10].
He also believes that groups often focus on their own particularities, while ignoring the foundational values of Islam. [7]
The speaker says that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; it is the fault of the followers of the Imams [6].
The Role of the Quran and Sunnah
The Straight Path: The sources highlight the importance of following the Quran and the Sunnah (Prophet’s practices) as the “straight path” [11, 12].
This path is contrasted with the “crooked lines” of sectarianism and division [11].
The sources argue that the Quran and the Sunnah are the core sources of guidance [13, 14].
Interpretation: Differences often arise from the interpretation of the Quran and Sunnah, which are used to justify sectarian differences. [15]
Each sect has its own translation of the Quran, leading to varying understandings [16].
Some groups emphasize adherence to specific interpretations of religious texts and actions, often based on the teachings of their own scholars, rather than focusing on the core teachings of Islam [15].
Conclusion Sectarianism in Islam is a complex and multifaceted issue with historical, theological, and social dimensions [5]. The sources highlight that sectarianism leads to division, conflict, and intolerance within the Muslim community [1, 2, 7]. They call for a return to the core principles of Islam, as found in the Quran and Sunnah, and for mutual respect and tolerance among all Muslims [5, 10, 11]. The sources emphasize that the Quran condemns sectarianism and that the true path is one of unity based on shared faith and not sectarian identity [5, 11, 12].
Islamic Jurisprudence: Sources, Schools, and Sectarianism
Islamic jurisprudence, or fiqh, is a complex system of legal and ethical principles derived from the Quran and the Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad). The sources discuss several key aspects of Islamic jurisprudence, particularly how it relates to different interpretations and practices within Islam.
Core Sources of Islamic Jurisprudence:
The Quran is considered the primary source of guidance and law [1, 2].
It is regarded as the direct word of God and is the ultimate authority in Islam.
Muslims are urged to hold fast to the Quran as a source of unity and guidance [3].
The Sunnah, which encompasses the sayings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, is the second most important source [2, 4, 5].
The Sunnah provides practical examples of how to implement the teachings of the Quran [2].
It is transmitted through hadiths, which are reports of the Prophet’s words and actions [2, 4].
Ijma (consensus of the Muslim scholars) is another source of Islamic jurisprudence [6].
It represents the collective understanding of Islamic law by qualified scholars.
The sources mention that the ummah will never agree on misguidance [6].
Ijtihad (independent legal reasoning) is the process by which qualified scholars derive new laws based on the Quran and the Sunnah when there is no clear guidance in the primary sources [6].
Ijtihad allows for the application of Islamic principles to new situations and circumstances [6].
The sources point out that the door of ijtihad is open until the Day of Resurrection [1].
Schools of Thought (Madhhabs):
The sources mention different schools of thought, or madhhabs, within Sunni Islam, including the Hanafi, Shafi’i, Maliki and Hanbali schools [7, 8].
These schools developed as scholars interpreted and applied the Quran and Sunnah differently.
The speaker indicates that these different Imams did not spread sectarianism, but their followers did [8, 9].
The Hanafi school is particularly mentioned, as it is the school of jurisprudence followed by Deobandis, Barelvis, and even Qadianis [7, 10].
The sources note that there is no mention in the Quran or Sunnah that Muslims must follow one of these particular schools of thought [8, 11].
It is said that the four imams had their own expert opinions [8].
The Imams themselves said that if they say anything that is against the Quran and Sunnah, then their words should be left [9].
Points of Jurisprudential Disagreement:
The sources discuss disagreements over specific practices, like Rafa al-Yadain (raising the hands during prayer), which is practiced by those who follow the hadiths from Bukhari and Muslim, but not by Hanafis [12].
The speaker in the source says that he follows the method of prayer from Bukhari and Muslim [10].
Hanafis, in contrast, do not perform Rafa al-Yadain [10, 12].
The sources indicate that different groups within Islam have varying interpretations of what constitutes proper Islamic practice [12].
For instance, some groups emphasize the importance of specific rituals, while others focus on different aspects of faith [13].
The source suggests that sectarianism arises because each sect has its own interpretation of the Quran and Sunnah [5].
Differences in jurisprudence are often related to different understandings of what is considered Sunnah [12].
The speaker points out that there are different types of Sunnah [12].
The practice of kissing the thumbs is also a point of difference. The Barelvis kiss their thumbs, while the Deobandis do not. The source explains that this is a point of disagreement even within Hanafi jurisprudence [14].
The speaker also says that both are incorrect in light of the Quran and Sunnah [14].
Ijtihad and Modern Issues
The source states that the door of Ijtihad remains open until the Day of Judgment and that it is a beauty of Islam that allows people in different locations to address issues that are not directly covered in the Quran and Sunnah [1].
Ijtihad is considered necessary to address contemporary issues that did not exist at the time of the Prophet, such as those related to technology or modern life [1, 6].
Examples include issues of blood donation, praying in airplanes, and other contemporary matters [6].
The need for ijtihad allows the religion to remain relevant across time and cultures.
The sources mention that the scope of Ijtihad is limited to issues on which there is no consensus, and it does not contradict the Quran or Sunnah [1, 6].
The source says that Ijtihad should be performed by a wise person who is familiar with the proper process [6].
Emphasis on the Quran and Sunnah
The sources consistently emphasize the importance of the Quran and Sunnah as the primary sources for guidance [1, 2, 5].
It states that all actions must be in accordance with the Quran and Sunnah [1].
The Prophet emphasized the importance of holding fast to the Quran and Sunnah [2].
The source indicates that the Quran and Sunnah should be considered the main source of information about religion [11].
The speaker indicates that the Sunnah is essential for understanding and practicing Islam. The method of prayer is not described in the Quran, but comes from the Sunnah [2].
The Problem of Sectarianism and Jurisprudence
The source also suggests that sectarianism is a result of differences in jurisprudential interpretations and an over-emphasis on the opinions of specific scholars and imams [9, 13].
The speaker emphasizes that sectarianism is a curse and that Muslims should avoid it [3, 7].
He stresses the importance of focusing on the core values of the Quran and Sunnah.
He also suggests that each group should engage in intellectual discussion and not condemn others [3, 13].
He states that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; the fault is with their followers [8, 9].
In summary, Islamic jurisprudence is a rich and complex system based on the Quran and the Sunnah, which is interpreted and applied through Ijma and Ijtihad. The sources show how this process has led to different schools of thought and varying interpretations of Islamic law and practice. While there is space for scholarly disagreement and the need to address contemporary issues, the sources also emphasize the need to avoid sectarianism and adhere to the core principles of the Quran and Sunnah.
Quranic Interpretation and Sectarianism
Quranic interpretation, or tafsir, is a crucial aspect of Islamic scholarship, involving the explanation and understanding of the Quran’s verses [1]. The sources discuss how different approaches to Quranic interpretation have contributed to sectarianism and varying understandings of Islam.
Importance of the Quran:
The Quran is considered the direct word of God and the primary source of guidance in Islam [2, 3].
The sources emphasize the Quran as a source of unity, urging Muslims to hold fast to it [4].
It is considered a complete guide for humanity [5].
The Quran is the ultimate authority, and the Sunnah explains how to implement the Quranic teachings [3].
Challenges in Quranic Interpretation:
The sources point out that differences in interpretation of the Quran are a major source of sectarianism [1, 5].
Each sect often has its own translation of the Quran, leading to varying understandings and disputes [1].
Some groups emphasize the literal reading of the Quran and Sunnah, while others focus on more metaphorical or contextual interpretations [1, 6, 7].
The Quran was meant to end differences between people, not create them. [1].
The Role of the Sunnah:
The Sunnah, which encompasses the sayings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, is essential for understanding and practicing Islam [3].
The method of prayer, for example, is not fully described in the Quran, but comes from the Sunnah [3].
The sources emphasize that the Sunnah is a necessary complement to the Quran, clarifying and elaborating on its teachings [3].
Both the Quran and the Sunnah should be followed as sources of guidance [3].
The Problem of Sectarian Interpretations
The sources criticize the tendency of some groups to prioritize their own interpretations and traditions over the core message of the Quran [8].
Sectarian groups often consider their own interpretations as the only correct ones.
The speaker in the source notes that many Muslims read the Quran in Arabic without understanding its meaning, leading to misinterpretations and manipulations by religious leaders [1, 5].
Some groups emphasize the teachings of their own scholars and imams, while ignoring the core teachings of Islam from the Quran and Sunnah [8-10].
The source suggests that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; it is the fault of their followers [2, 11].
Sectarian interpretations of the Quran are seen as a deviation from the intended purpose of the scripture. [9]
Some groups reject valid hadith and only accept the teachings of their own imams, even when the imams’ teachings are not based on the Quran and Sunnah [12].
The Correct Approach to Interpretation
The speaker emphasizes the importance of directly engaging with the Quran and Sunnah rather than relying on interpretations of religious clerics or scholars [10].
The sources suggest that the Quran is meant to be understood, not just recited without comprehension [1, 5].
There is a call for a return to the core principles of the Quran and Sunnah, without sectarian biases [3].
The sources suggest that scholarly discussion and intellectual engagement, rather than dogmatic adherence to specific interpretations, are necessary for proper understanding [9].
The sources refer to a hadith that calls for the community to refer to the Quran and Sunnah when there is a dispute [3, 13].
The speaker believes that the Quran is meant to unite people, not divide them [1].
Historical Context and the Quran
The sources also suggest that the Quran must be understood in its historical context.
The speaker explains that the Quran was meant to be a guide for all people and that Muslims should not be like those who recite it without understanding [1].
Ijtihad and Interpretation
The sources also touch on the role of ijtihad, or independent reasoning, in interpreting the Quran.
Ijtihad is used to interpret Islamic law when there is no direct guidance in the Quran or Sunnah [14].
The door of ijtihad is open until the Day of Judgment to address contemporary issues that did not exist at the time of the Prophet [15].
Ijtihad should be performed by a qualified scholar and should not contradict the Quran or Sunnah [14].
In summary, Quranic interpretation is a critical aspect of Islamic practice, but it is also a source of sectarianism due to differences in how the text is understood. The sources call for a return to the Quran and Sunnah, and for direct engagement with the scripture, as well as an understanding of its original historical context. The sources emphasize the importance of using both the Quran and the Sunnah as guides and stress that the Quran is meant to be understood and not simply recited, while discouraging reliance on specific interpretations of religious clerics and scholars, in order to avoid sectarianism.
Islamic Unity: Challenges and Pathways
Religious unity is a significant theme in the sources, particularly in the context of Islam, where sectarianism and division are identified as major challenges. The sources emphasize the importance of the Quran and Sunnah as unifying forces, while also discussing the obstacles to achieving true unity among Muslims.
Core Principles for Unity
The Quran is presented as the primary source of unity [1]. It is considered the direct word of God and the ultimate authority in Islam [2, 3].
Muslims are urged to hold fast to the Quran as a source of guidance and unity [1].
The Quran is meant to end differences between people, not create them [4].
The Sunnah, the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, is also crucial for unity [3].
The Sunnah is a necessary complement to the Quran, clarifying and elaborating on its teachings [3].
Both the Quran and the Sunnah should be followed as sources of guidance [3].
The concept of Ijma (consensus of Muslim scholars) is also mentioned as a source of unity, representing the collective understanding of Islamic law [5].
The sources state that the ummah will never agree on misguidance [5].
The sources emphasize that all Muslims are brothers and sisters and that they should respect each other [1, 6].
Obstacles to Unity
Sectarianism is identified as a major obstacle to religious unity [1].
The sources note that sectarianism arises from differences in interpretations of the Quran and Sunnah, as well as from the overemphasis on the opinions of specific scholars [1, 7].
Each sect often has its own translation of the Quran, leading to varying understandings and disputes [4].
The sources criticize the tendency of some groups to prioritize their own interpretations and traditions over the core message of the Quran [8].
The speaker emphasizes that sectarianism is a curse and that Muslims should avoid it [1, 6].
The sources suggest that many Muslims read the Quran in Arabic without understanding its meaning, leading to misinterpretations and manipulations by religious leaders [4, 9].
Blind adherence to the opinions of religious clerics and scholars is also seen as a cause of disunity [4, 10].
The source suggests that the Imams did not spread sectarianism; it is the fault of their followers [1, 7, 11-13].
Internal conflicts and disputes within religious groups further exacerbate the problem [14].
The sources describe how disagreements within the Tablighi Jamaat led to its division into two factions, resulting in violence and animosity [2, 6, 12, 14, 15].
The sources also mention historical events, such as the conflict between the Deobandis and Barelvis and the Sunni and Shia split, as examples of how political and theological disagreements can lead to division [11, 16, 17].
Pathways to Unity
The sources stress the importance of focusing on the core values of the Quran and Sunnah, rather than getting caught up in sectarian differences [1, 3, 5, 18].
Muslims should engage directly with the Quran and Sunnah, rather than relying on interpretations of religious clerics or scholars [4, 10].
Intellectual discussion and engagement, rather than condemnation of others, are necessary for proper understanding [8, 12].
The source suggests that each group should engage in intellectual discussion and not condemn others [12].
The sources emphasize the importance of tolerance and mutual respect among different groups [8, 11, 14].
Muslims should avoid labeling others as “hell-bound” [8].
The sources suggest that a recognition of the diversity of interpretations is necessary [8, 12].
The source states that the ummah cannot come together on one platform and that it should give space to everyone [12].
The sources point to the need for Ijtihad to address contemporary issues, which may contribute to a sense of shared understanding and engagement with faith in modern contexts [5, 19].
The source notes that the door of ijtihad is open until the Day of Judgment and that it is a beauty of Islam that allows people in different locations to address issues that are not directly covered in the Quran and Sunnah [5, 19].
Emphasis on Shared Humanity
The sources highlight the importance of recognizing the shared humanity of all people and avoiding sectarianism and prejudice.
The source states that there is no prophet after the Prophet Muhammad and that Muslims should focus on the Quran and Sunnah [12].
The speaker emphasizes that despite differences in interpretation, all sects of Islam are considered Muslim [8].
The goal should be to foster unity based on the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah, while respecting the diversity of perspectives [12].
In conclusion, the sources present a complex view of religious unity, acknowledging both the unifying potential of the Quran and Sunnah, and the divisive forces of sectarianism and misinterpretations. The path to unity, according to the sources, lies in a return to the core principles of Islam, fostering intellectual engagement, and promoting tolerance and mutual respect, while avoiding sectarianism and prejudice.
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This interview discusses interpretations of Islamic texts, particularly the Quran and Hadith, focusing on disagreements among contemporary scholars regarding their application to modern issues. Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza critiques the views of Muhammad Ghamdi, another scholar, highlighting discrepancies in their understanding of fundamental Islamic beliefs and practices. The conversation also addresses the role of religious scholars in society, examining their influence on political events and social issues within Pakistan. Specific controversies concerning religious interpretations of haram and halal, women’s rights, and the treatment of minority groups are debated, emphasizing the tension between traditional interpretations and modern societal challenges. The interview concludes by examining the role of religious leaders in political discourse and the responsibility of the state to uphold the rule of law and protect all citizens.
Navigating the Discourse: A Study Guide
Quiz
Instructions: Answer each question in 2-3 sentences.
According to the text, what are the two major sources of Islamic teachings?
Why do new translations and commentaries of the Qur’an continue to be written, according to the text?
What are some of the things the author says are “frozen” in Islamic belief?
What is the role of ijtihad in Islamic jurisprudence, according to the text?
What does the author say about the Arabic language in relation to the Qur’an?
According to the text, what was the initial form of revelation received by Prophet Muhammad?
What does the author mean by “non-state actors” in the context of Pakistan?
What are the three modes of supplication or dua, as mentioned in the text?
How does the text differentiate between Allah’s knowledge of the future and a predetermined fate?
What does the author suggest is the biggest ‘Taghut’ within the Muslim community?
Answer Key
The two major sources of Islamic teachings are the Qur’an and the Hadith, which are the recorded sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad.
New translations and commentaries continue to be written because people believe previous ones were either misunderstood, incorrect, or that new insights and interpretations are needed due to new problems arising.
The things that are “frozen” in Islamic belief include the nature of Allah, the attributes of the Prophet Muhammad, the end of prophethood, the position of angels, and the concept of previous prophets.
Ijtihad is the process of independent legal reasoning, and disagreements are acceptable in matters of ijtihad. There is an open-ended aspect of Islam that allows for interpretations based on the Qur’an and Sunnah to resolve new issues.
The Arabic language, due to the Qur’an, has remained largely fixed since the time of revelation, with only new words being added to the dictionary, allowing for consistent interpretations across time.
The initial form of revelation received by Prophet Muhammad was through good dreams and then visions. These dreams were described as the fortieth part of prophethood and hinted at his future mission.
In the context of Pakistan, the term “non-state actors” refers to groups that operate outside the control of the government and may engage in violence or disruptive activities. The author specifically rejects the idea that the Ahl al-Hadith sect are non-state actors.
The three modes of supplication are: what is asked for will be granted, some other suffering will be removed in its place, or it will be saved for the Day of Resurrection.
Allah’s knowledge of the future is a complete understanding of what will happen, but this knowledge does not mean a person is forced to act in a predetermined way. Fate is like a teacher’s foreknowledge of a failing student; the teacher’s knowledge doesn’t cause the failure.
The author suggests the biggest Taghut within the Muslim community is the acceptance of teachings of elders that contradict the Qur’an and Sunnah, as well as the worship of deceased saints.
Essay Questions
Instructions: Answer each question using the source material provided. Develop well-structured and detailed arguments with evidence drawn directly from the text.
Analyze the speaker’s critique of religious traditionalism and innovation, especially regarding interpretation of sacred texts. How does the speaker balance the need for adherence to core beliefs with the need for engagement with contemporary issues?
Discuss the role of ijtihad (independent reasoning) as presented in the text, and its significance in the interpretation of Islamic teachings. How does the speaker believe that ijtihad should be used to approach modern issues within the Muslim community?
Explore the relationship between science and faith as it is discussed in the text. How does the speaker differentiate between areas of knowledge that are “frozen” and those that can be influenced by scientific findings?
How does the speaker portray the causes of extremism within Pakistan, and what role do state actors play? Include specific examples from the text in your response.
Consider the speaker’s stance on free will and destiny. How does the speaker interpret the concept of predestination within Islamic beliefs, and how does it influence individual accountability?
Glossary of Key Terms
Ahl al-Hadith: A movement within Sunni Islam that emphasizes strict adherence to the Qur’an and the Hadith (prophetic traditions).
Banu Umayyad: A historical Islamic caliphate that has been criticized for its actions and policies by some Muslims.
Deoband: A Sunni Islamic school of thought that originated in India.
Hadith: The recorded sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, forming a major source of Islamic law and practice.
Ijtihad: Independent legal reasoning or the process of making a legal decision based on Islamic texts, used when no explicit ruling is found in the Qur’an or Hadith.
Imam Mahdi: A future Islamic leader who, according to some Islamic traditions, will restore justice and peace to the world.
Jihad: The struggle, both internal (spiritual) and external (military, social) to adhere to Islamic teachings.
Loh Mahfooz: The preserved tablet, believed in Islam to be where Allah has recorded everything that has happened and will happen in the universe.
Makruh: Something that is disliked in Islam, but not forbidden (haram).
Maulvi: A Muslim religious scholar or cleric.
Miraj: The Prophet Muhammad’s miraculous night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascension to heaven.
Mukhawa Banu Umayyah: The people who are loyal to the Banu Umayyah.
Qadiani/Ahmadi: A religious movement founded in India in the 19th century, considered non-Muslim by many mainstream Muslims.
Qur’an: The central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
Rifa-ul-Ideen: The act of raising the hands during prayer.
Sahih Asnaad Ahadith: A hadith that has been reliably transmitted, with a clear and unbroken chain of narrators.
Salaf: The earliest generations of Muslims, considered by some Muslims as exemplary models of Islamic conduct.
Shirk: The act of associating partners with God, which is considered the greatest sin in Islam.
Sunnah: The traditions and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, providing a model for Muslim behavior.
Tafsir: The exegesis or interpretation of the Qur’an.
Taghut: Literally meaning “tyrant” or “false god,” referring to anything that is worshipped instead of or alongside Allah.
TLP (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan): A political party in Pakistan known for its religious conservatism and focus on the issue of blasphemy.
Ummah: The worldwide community of Muslims.
Islamic Discourse in Pakistan
Briefing Document: Analysis of “Pasted Text”
Introduction:
This document analyzes a transcribed discussion, presumably from a video or podcast, featuring an individual named Nooral and a guest, Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza. The discussion revolves around various socio-political, economic, and religious issues, primarily within the context of Islam in Pakistan. The text presents a critical examination of religious interpretations, contemporary issues facing the Muslim community, and the role of religious and political figures in Pakistan. It offers strong opinions and criticisms, as well as some possible solutions.
Key Themes & Ideas:
Critique of Religious Interpretation and Innovation (Bid’ah):
New Interpretations are Questioned: Mirza critiques the continuous creation of new translations and commentaries of the Quran and Hadith. He questions whether earlier interpretations were wrong, suggesting that new versions are often attempts to insert personal biases.
“What belongs to Allah, he told that he has made it easy to understand, then that book has been there for 1400 years and it has been more than 100 years that its translations are available in our local languages, but every new arrival Why is there a need to write a new translation and a new commentary?”
Core Beliefs vs. Modern Issues: He differentiates between fundamental religious beliefs and interpretations of modern issues. He argues that while core beliefs are frozen and unchanging, modern issues require Ijtihad (independent reasoning) in light of the Quran and Sunnah.
“That is why commentaries are written when new misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced in the Ummah…In the new era, people try to put an optimal solution in front of the public in the light of the Qur’an and Sunnah.”
Issue of Disagreement: Disagreements, he argues, often stem from interpretations, not translation of text. He notes that the Arabic language, due to the Quran, has been preserved, aiding in a universal meaning despite diverse translators and audiences.
“The problem of disagreement, that there is a disagreement despite the translations, is basically a disagreement due to interpretations. There is no real disagreement due to the translations”
Rejection of ‘Nothing is Haram’: The speaker criticizes the approach of making permissible things haram, such as the initial restriction of images, which some scholars eventually softened their stance on over time. He points to this as a tendency of those who hold to an overly strict interpretation of the religion.
The Nature of Revelation and Prophethood:
Ghamdi’s Views Challenged: Mirza strongly disagrees with the views of a person named Ghamdi, specifically regarding the beginning of revelation to the Prophet Muhammad. Ghamdi’s interpretations are labeled as contradictory to the Quran, Bukhari, and Muslim sources.
“So this Mr. Ghamdi who is saying these things is not supportive of the Qur’an or Bukhari or Muslim.”
Emphasis on the Sunnah: He stresses the importance of following the Sunnah of the Prophet, calling it a parallel source to the Quran. He clarifies that the Hadith are the record of the Sunnah, and their authenticity is important.
“The Sunnah is not denied by Ghamdi Sahib…it is good to look carefully at the source, what is the source of Sunnah, then Hadith is only Hadith, in the date of Aj, this is it”
Science, Religion, and Modernity:
Limits of Science: Mirza asserts that science should not be used to question or undermine fixed religious beliefs related to divine beings (Angels, Jinn, etc.). Science focuses on physical knowledge, not the metaphysical.
“The things that are told through the sources are completely fixed, there is no need to do any destructive tests in them.”
Evolution and Creation: He challenges the idea that humans evolved directly from animals, suggesting that God’s intervention is integral to human existence. He sees scientific discoveries as part of man’s evolution of thought and capacity, not a contradiction of religion.
“No, if God’s intervention is believed to be behind it, evolution is not that man has become from animals, it is not like that, man has evolved. Our ancestors did not know that they used buoyancy in this physical world.”
Acceptance of Scientific Progress: The speaker acknowledges progress in various fields and says credit should be given where credit is due. He references blood groups, discoveries of scientists, and modern technological developments.
Halal and Haram, and Ethical Conduct:
Critique of Liberal Interpretations: He criticizes scholars who attempt to make significant changes to the concept of halal and haram, especially the idea of fewer things being prohibited, arguing that they are diminishing respect for religious law and increasing disrespect towards religion.
Exceptions in Catastrophic Circumstances: The speaker notes that Islam allows for the violation of some rules (such as eating haram) under extreme circumstances (like life-threatening situations). He differentiates such allowances from the rule.
Bribery as a Necessity vs. Sin: He differentiates the one who receives a bribe and the one who is forced to pay. According to his view, the giver is not a sinner while the receiver is, if there is no other choice and it is to meet a basic need.
Sectarianism, Extremism, and the State’s Role:
Subcontinental Extremism: The speaker highlights that a more rigid form of Islam is seen in the sub-continent compared to other areas of the world like Saudi Arabia and Europe.
“No Mumtaz Qadiris are born there, although all the prominent Qadiris have gone there, that is, people of the same sect have gone there. They lose their faith when they go there because the rule of law is there”
Military-Religious Alliance: He criticizes the historical alliance between religious figures and the military establishment in Pakistan, which he believes has been a cause of extremism and social problems.
The Creation of Extremist Groups: He claims that the government created militant groups in the past for political reasons, which eventually turned against the state. He names groups like the Taliban as examples of how the government’s policies have backfired.
The TLP (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan) Movement: He presents the TLP not just as a movement about the finality of Prophethood, but as an anti-Qadiani movement. He criticizes their selective application of religious edicts, focusing only on the Qadiani sect, while ignoring other sects.
Critique of Clerics: He criticizes the hypocrisy of some religious leaders who speak against certain activities, while continuing to take money from the same source. He points to the books they are promoting which contain things that are not appropriate to the religion.
Failure of State Institutions: He criticizes the government for not being able to get statements from religious hardliners in regards to extreme acts of violence and the need for the state to establish a counter-narrative.
The Palestine Conflict and Global Muslim Solidarity:
Moral Responsibility: He emphasizes that Muslims should show moral support for the Palestinian cause, recognizing their suffering.
“The biggest thing we can do is to morally support them, raise their voices on social media platforms, even non-Muslims are protesting and protesting”
Inaction of Leaders: The inaction of Muslim rulers in regards to the genocide of Palestinians was critiqued. He speaks to how the movement in their support began through non-muslims and not the rulers.
Limited Impact of Boycotts: He argues that selective boycotts of Western products (like KFC and McDonald’s) are ineffective and often harm local Muslim workers. He asks how these businesses will pay their employees and if they will provide the same salaries.
Fate, Free Will, and Divine Will:
Destiny and Accountability: He says that there is a difference between knowledge of Allah and compulsion. While Allah has knowledge of what we will do, he has not forced us to act in that way. People are held accountable for actions, not what was predestined for them.
The Purpose of Creation: The speaker notes that we were created to reach a relationship with God. He believes that we were brought into creation to be able to live in Paradise with God.
Credit Where Credit Is Due:
Acknowledging Contributions: The speaker emphasizes the need to give credit where it’s due, irrespective of religious or political affiliation. This applies to scientific discoveries, societal progress, and the contributions of individuals.
“Credit should be given to whomever is due”
Pakistan Army: He believes that the Pakistani army has kept the country together and should be given credit for it.
Democracy: He says that the modern form of the caliphate is Islamic democracy and it should decide what is halal and haram.
Women’s Rights and Societal Roles:Challenging Misconceptions: He challenges misconceptions about women being weak minded, as they hold important positions in education, science, and other sectors.
“Their confidence is lost. It is mentioned in the Qur’an that she cannot express herself properly during a dispute. This is a reality.”
Islam and Justice: He notes that while there is justice in Islam, there is no equality between men and women. He mentions that men and women are different physically.
Notable Quotes:
“It is the favor of the books on the Ummah that they make you travel 1200 years in one jump, what Sunnah was done 1200 years ago, which was brought in the form of hadith in the written record, this is a great blessing”
“You people should eat the donations of books from which you are leaving Lahore with a sit-in. These books should be printed here.”
“Allah already knew by His expert knowledge that it would happen, not that Allah said it would do it. It is not like that.”
“If you enter Paradise, those deeds will become easy for you.”
Conclusion:
The provided text reveals a complex and critical perspective on religion and society in Pakistan. It is a call for more nuanced interpretation of Islamic texts, critical engagement with modern issues, a rejection of religious extremism, a demand for fairness and justice, and an acknowledgement of the progress made by humanity, while retaining a strong sense of faith and religious values. It is a critique of current leadership and a call for new ways of thinking. The speaker uses the interview to express his opinions on the state of affairs in his country and the world, as well as those who have made negative impacts on the religious path.
Islamic Interpretation, Reform, and Societal Issues in Pakistan
FAQ: Understanding Religious Interpretation, Societal Issues, and Reform
Why are new translations and interpretations of the Quran and Hadith continuously emerging, even though these texts have existed for centuries? New interpretations arise because while the core beliefs and ideas of Islam remain constant, new challenges and misleading beliefs emerge within the Ummah. These require contextualization and solutions based on the Quran and Sunnah. The Arabic language of the Quran remains fixed, ensuring that its core message is consistent, but interpretations evolve as scholars address new issues and attempt to provide relevant guidance in the light of changing times.
What are some examples of how interpretations of religious texts can lead to differing views and even conflict within the Muslim community? Differing interpretations frequently lead to disagreements, particularly when it comes to modern jurisprudence and issues like the permissibility of images, music, or specific practices. For example, the issue of pictures has seen differing opinions, from complete prohibition to permissibility depending on the intent. The problem is not with the Quran itself, but in the way the texts are interpreted by different scholars, sometimes inserting their own biases or agendas. There is also disagreement on the definition of “Sunnah” and its sources.
How does the speaker differentiate between “frozen” beliefs and ideas, and those that are open to interpretation within Islam? The speaker explains that the core beliefs and ideas about God, the Prophet (PBUH), the end of prophethood, angels, and previous prophets are considered fixed. However, issues related to modern jurisprudence and new challenges are open to interpretation through Ijtihad (independent reasoning), while always being guided by the Quran and Sunnah. These new issues have to be addressed with fresh eyes.
What role do “Sunnah” and “Hadith” play in Islamic understanding, and how is their interpretation debated? The Sunnah, which is the practice of the Prophet (PBUH), is a critical source of guidance alongside the Quran. Hadith are the recorded sayings and actions of the Prophet. However, the understanding of what constitutes Sunnah and how Hadith are interpreted leads to disputes. Some argue that Sunnah is derived solely from the Hadith, while others emphasize the importance of consensus among the community on established practices, or that some traditions are not well sourced historically.
What are some examples of how the speaker believes religious extremism and violence are fueled in Pakistan, and how does it relate to the state? The speaker argues that the establishment (military and intelligence agencies) has exploited religious groups for political gains, fostering an alliance with some religious leaders to defame political opponents. This has created a system where hardline groups such as TLP are able to take the law into their hands, using issues like the protection of the end of Prophethood, and a state-sanctioned intolerance of groups like the Qadianis. The state has failed to establish a counter narrative or reign in this violence, and also continues to support or give a platform to conservative clerics while ignoring or suppressing more progressive ones. The influence of foreign powers via funding of proxy wars in the region and the state’s use of groups for its own agendas have contributed significantly to the problem.
How does the speaker address the concept of “fate” or “destiny” (Qadar) in Islam, and how does it relate to free will? The speaker clarifies that fate in Islam refers to God’s perfect knowledge of the future, not predetermination. Humans have free will and are accountable for their actions. The fact that God knows what someone will choose does not negate their ability to make that choice. God created man with free will. One chooses to do good or bad, and it is only after such choices that destiny comes into being. God doesn’t bind people to either direction. This idea reconciles the concept of a fully knowledgeable God with human free will and agency.
What does the speaker say is the role of Muslims in addressing global crises like the situation in Palestine? The speaker emphasizes the importance of moral support, raising voices on social media, and supporting established organizations that are active on the ground. He believes that boycotting specific products isn’t an effective way of achieving goals, and that prayer and supplication (dua) for oppressed Muslims is obligatory, as per Hadith. However, even prayer is not intended to mean that everything asked for will happen; God might grant something different that is more beneficial. Instead of focusing on consumer boycotts, Muslims should focus on the systemic problems that allow such crises to occur.
What is the speaker’s perspective on the contributions of different groups (religious, scientific, political) to society, and how does he view the concept of credit? The speaker believes that credit should be given where it is due, regardless of any differences or disagreements one may have with the source. He acknowledges the contributions of scientists like Einstein and Newton as well as religious scholars, even while being critical of some of their views. The speaker believes that credit must be extended to any entity, be they Pakistani military, politicians, scientists etc, when credit is due, even if they have previously engaged in wrongdoing, as long as they are trying to reform. He recognizes the contributions of others to human progress.
Interpretations of Islam: A Dialogue
Timeline of Main Events & Topics Discussed
This timeline is not a chronological narrative, but rather a sequence of topics and events as they were discussed in the text.
The Nature of Religious Interpretation: The discussion begins by addressing the core sources of Islam, the Quran and Hadith, and questions why new interpretations and commentaries are constantly being produced, even though existing translations are widely available. The discussion focuses on the difference between fixed, core beliefs, and issues of modern application and jurisprudence.
The Issue of Images: The topic of image creation is used as an example of how differing interpretations arise, noting that even respected scholars have differing opinions on their permissibility outside of idolatrous contexts. This highlights how interpretations evolve with the times, but core beliefs remain fixed.
The Role of Ijtihad: Ijtihad, or independent legal reasoning, is introduced as a necessary practice to address new issues in light of the Quran and Sunnah. However, disagreements due to differing interpretations are acknowledged.
The Fixed Nature of Arabic: The discussion highlights the unique status of the Arabic language due to its use in the Quran. It is argued to have remained unchanged, ensuring accurate translation. It is noted that people may misinterpret and insert their own ideas in translations.
Divergent Views on Revelation: The text notes differing opinions surrounding the beginning of the revelation to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and questions interpretations of events like Miraj, highlighting how some scholars are presenting different views based on new interpretations of events.
The Start of Prophethood: The text talks about the start of Prophethood for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) including the use of his dreams as a guide and the role of his wife Khadija as his support and a source of nourishment for him during his revelations.
The Importance of Sunnah: The importance of the Sunnah (the practices of the Prophet) as a parallel source of religious guidance alongside the Quran is affirmed. It criticizes those who try to differentiate between Sunnah and Hadith.
Rifa-ul-Ideen: This is mentioned as an example of something people may or may not do.
The Role of Scholars: The discussion examines how scholars can often go into “denial mode” when new concepts arise.
The Issue of Breastfeeding: The text discusses differing views on how many times someone must breastfeed in order to establish a mother/child relationship. The text suggests it may have been exaggerated.
Scientific Advancements and Islam: The discussion covers a range of scientific advancements and how they are reconciled with Islam, acknowledging the contributions of people like Newton, Gale, Einstein, and Stephen Hawking and also stating that a person such as Khadim Rizvi is of the same importance. It also talks about the discovery of blood groups as an advancement that was extremely helpful to humanity, noting that it was known by God and provided to man.
The Permissibility of certain actions in Islam: The text discusses some of the things that some people may consider haram but also discusses that in some cases actions deemed haram may be permissible in certain situations.
Misinterpretations and Extremism: The text touches on how some groups, like the TLP, are misusing religious concepts. They also discuss how some scholars create problems when they try to use modern science to disprove core religious tenets.
Sectarianism and Violence: The conversation moves to the issue of sectarianism and violence within Pakistan, exploring the Sunni-Shia conflict, the rise of groups like the Taliban, and incidents of religiously motivated killings. The text notes that such issues are less prevalent outside of Pakistan.
The Mumtaz Qadri Case: The case of Mumtaz Qadri is referenced as a major event where the state asserted its authority by executing the man.
The Qadiani Issue: The legal status of Qadianis as non-Muslims in Pakistan is discussed, as well as the discrimination and violence they face. The role of the TLP in perpetuating violence against Qadianis is highlighted.
The Issue of Sacrifice: The text discusses differing views on the topic of sacrifice and which groups are not permitted to perform it.
The Role of the Military: The military establishment and its alliance with certain religious groups are criticized, stating this alliance was used to achieve their own means.
The Situation in Palestine: The discussion shifts to the conflict in Palestine, with a call to action for Muslims to support the cause morally and through social media. The use of boycotts is mentioned, and the limits of boycotting products and services are addressed.
The Role of Prayer and Supplication: The importance of prayer is affirmed, and it is clarified that the purpose of prayer is not always for needs to be granted, but rather that Muslims pray for other Muslims.
The Issue of Predestination (Qadar): The complex topic of predestination and freewill is discussed and the text states that while some things may be predetermined, it is not fixed for everything.
The Importance of Giving Credit: A discussion occurs regarding the necessity to give credit to people who deserve it including people who have developed things such as traffic laws, science, and medicine. The need to give credit to the Pakistani army and politicians is also mentioned as well as the fact that they should be appreciated as assets.
The Modern Application of Caliphate: The text addresses the issue of the Caliphate, stating that some people are using it as a way to get political power.
The Role of Women in Society: The discussion addresses the status of women in society, including references to education and social capabilities and stating that the Islamic view of a woman is that she is the queen of the house and should be supported by a man.
The Concept of Taghut: The text talks about Taghut and how they exist today, stating that they are the people who have left Tawheed, left the teachings of the Messenger of Allah, and followed the teachings of elders instead.
The Speakers Views: The speaker states that he has been the subject of murder attempts because he has exposed certain clerics that have betrayed the Messenger of Allah.
Cast of Characters
Here are the principal people mentioned in the text, with brief bios based on the information provided:
Nooral: The host/speaker of the discussion. He frames the conversation and asks questions of the other speaker.
Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza: A scholar whom the discussion host has come to interview and discuss opinions with.
Maulana Maududi: A learned scholar, whose open-mindedness is cited in relation to image permissibility.
Dr. Asrar Sahib: A scholar, mentioned alongside Maulana Maududi regarding their views on the image issue.
Dr. Tahir-ul-Qadri Sahib: A scholar with whom the speakers have “a million differences,” but whose thinking is described as open on the matter of images.
Ghamdi Sahib: A scholar whose views are debated and criticized throughout the discussion, particularly concerning the start of revelation, the Sunnah, Halal and Haram, and the permissibility of many actions.
Hubble: The astronomer who discovered the expanding universe.
Einstein: A renowned physicist whose theories are used as an example of scientific progress, and who is also used as an example of a man who apologized for his incorrect theories and the host hopes that Ghamdi will do the same.
Stephen Hawking: Another modern scientist who is held in high esteem and used as an example of a modern scientific advancement.
Khadim Rizvi Sahib: A religious leader. He is presented as sincere to his cause, though the speaker strongly disagrees with his beliefs and ideas. He is also presented as being comparable to Stephen Hawking.
Saad Rizvi Sahib: Another religious leader who is described as soft natured compared to Khadim Rizvi.
Yusuf Al-Qardawi: A scholar known for having liberal views.
Mr. Eidi: A person who was taking care of abandoned children, but was met with objection due to new ideas he was presenting.
Newton: A renowned physicist.
Gale: A modern scientist who is mentioned alongside Newton as a modern scientific advancement.
Azrael: The angel of death.
Hazrat Khidr: A mysterious figure mentioned in Islamic scripture as having great knowledge.
Hazrat Ali: A companion of the Prophet Muhammad who narrated one of the hadiths mentioned.
Al-Khwarizmi: Mentioned as someone who has contributed the word Algebra to the world.
Karl Marx: A philosopher and economist, mentioned as someone whose contribution should be acknowledged where it is due.
Dr. Iqbal: A poet that is mentioned as being the ideal type of Muslim.
Abraham Lincoln: Former US president who is given credit for the end of slavery.
Mumtaz Qadri: A man who killed someone and was later executed by the state.
Baba Jani Ilyas Qadri: The disciple of Mumtaz Qadri who says that the law should not be taken into ones own hands.
Aamir Barelvi: Someone who is also not convinced that the law should be taken into one’s own hands.
Sahil Nadeem Sahib: Someone who has made accusations against others for not being able to help liberate Palestine. He also apparently bought a car on the speaker’s request.
Nawaz Sharif: The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is given credit for killing Mumtaz Qadri.
Mullah Ali: Used as an example of someone who read Qur’at Nazla but whose wishes did not come true.
Chishti Rasoolullah Thanvi Rasoolullah: These are terms or figures mentioned in the context of sectarian disputes and are to be condemned.
Imam Kaaba: Described as cowardly because they have not mentioned the name of Israel in their prayers.
Taqi Usmani, Maulana Tariq Jameel, and Mufti Muneebur Rahman: These scholars are mentioned as agreeing that the law should not be taken into ones own hands.
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Quranic Interpretation: A Spectrum of Understanding
The sources emphasize that while the Quran itself is considered fixed, its interpretations are diverse and can lead to disagreements [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of key points regarding Quranic interpretations:
The Quran as a Fixed Text: The Quran is believed to be unchanged in its original Arabic form, and its translations are generally considered consistent in meaning [2, 3]. The Arabic language, due to the Quran, has remained largely fixed in terms of the words and prepositions used 1400 years ago when the Quran was revealed [2]. Even modern translation tools like Google Translate can provide consistent translations of Quranic verses [3].
Tafsir and the Need for Interpretation: Despite the fixed nature of the Quranic text, interpretations (Tafsir) are necessary to apply its teachings to new situations and address emerging issues [1, 2]. Commentaries are written to explain the Quran in the context of new misleading beliefs and ideas [2]. The need for ongoing interpretation is due to the fact that new problems arise over time that must be evaluated in light of the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2].
Sources of Disagreement: Disagreements often stem from varying interpretations of the Quran rather than from inconsistencies in the translations themselves [2]. People may insert their own ideas into the Tafsir, leading to differing conclusions [3].
Ijtihad as a Tool:Ijtihad, or independent reasoning, is used to derive solutions based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. This process acknowledges that there can be differences of opinion in matters of interpretation [2].
Basic Beliefs are Fixed: While interpretations of specific verses or issues may change, the core beliefs and ideas, such as the nature of God, the Prophet Muhammad, and the existence of angels, are considered fixed [2, 3].
Misleading Interpretations: The sources note that some interpretations can be misleading, leading people astray [3]. There is a concern that some individuals and groups are using their own interpretations to promote division and violence [1, 3].
The Danger of Ignoring Context: The sources imply that interpretations should not be made without a full understanding of the Quran and Sunnah and the context of the verses [4, 5]. The importance of established, reliable sources of knowledge and interpretation is emphasized [4].
The Role of Scholars: The role of scholars is to provide guidance in understanding and interpreting the Quran [1, 2]. However, some scholars are criticized for being too cautious while others are considered too liberal [6, 7]. There is an emphasis on following the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah rather than blindly following elders [1, 2, 8]. It is also noted that scholars may go into a denial mode when new things come out [7, 9].
Examples of Differing Interpretations: The sources present several examples of differing interpretations:
The permissibility of images [2]
The beginning of revelation [3]
The concept of breastfeeding relationships [7, 10]
Halal and haram issues [6]
The concept of Taghut [8]
In summary, the sources emphasize that while the Quran is a fixed text, its interpretations are diverse and can be a source of both guidance and disagreement [1-3]. Understanding the context, relying on established sources, and engaging in independent reasoning (Ijtihad) are important aspects of Quranic interpretation [2]. The sources also caution against misleading interpretations and the dangers of using the Quran to promote extremism or sectarianism [3, 6, 11].
Religious Extremism in Pakistan
The sources discuss religious extremism in the context of specific actions and beliefs, primarily within the Muslim community in Pakistan, but also with some references to global events. Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
Root Causes of Extremism:
Misinterpretations of Religious Texts: Extremism often stems from misinterpretations of the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2]. Some individuals and groups insert their own ideas into Tafsir, leading to distorted understandings of religious teachings [3].
Blind Following of Elders: Some religious groups follow the teachings of elders instead of the Quran and the Sunnah [4].
Sectarianism and Division: Sectarianism contributes to extremism, with different Islamic sects (such as Deobandis, Ahl al-Hadith, Shias, and Barelvis) issuing fatwas against each other and promoting conflict [5-7].
Political Manipulation: Extremist groups are sometimes used by political and military establishments for their own purposes [8]. These groups are often manipulated to defame political leaders or pursue other agendas [8].
Lack of Understanding of Islamic Teachings: Extremist actions often stem from a lack of understanding of Islamic teachings and are sometimes caused by political motivations and establishment actions [9, 10].
Socioeconomic Factors: Extremist groups sometimes recruit from marginalized populations who are easily manipulated with promises of an “Islamic system” [9].
Manifestations of Extremism:
Violence and Intolerance: Extremism manifests in acts of violence, including the killing of individuals accused of blasphemy, attacks on religious minorities (like Christians, Qadianis), and sectarian violence [5, 11]. These acts are frequently based on misinterpretations of religious texts.
The Misuse of the Concept of Jihad: Some groups use the concept of Jihad to justify violence, often with ulterior motives [8].
Targeting of Minorities: There is a specific concern that some groups are using the concept of the “end of Prophethood” to target other Muslims and non-Muslims, particularly Qadianis [5].
Taking the Law into One’s Own Hands: Extremists take the law into their own hands, ignoring the need for due process within a legal framework [9, 10]. The sources emphasize that all major scholars agree that there will be a state, there will be courts, and the law should not be taken into one’s hands [9].
The Role of Emotion: Extremists exploit emotion, often in the name of religion, to incite violence [10].
Specific Groups and Incidents:
Mumtaz Qadri: The case of Mumtaz Qadri, who killed a governor for alleged blasphemy, is mentioned as a significant event that highlighted the problem of religious extremism in Pakistan [10].
Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP): TLP is identified as a group that uses the issue of the “end of Prophethood” to target Qadianis and other groups [6, 12]. The sources also state that TLP is an anti-Qadiani movement and not a movement for the end of Prophethood [6].
The Taliban: The Taliban is referenced as an example of an extremist group that turned against the state after being initially supported by it [12].
ISIS: ISIS is mentioned as a big hardliner group that is almost finished [9].
Lal Masjid Incident: The incident at Lal Masjid is mentioned as another event that fueled religious extremism [12].
Critique of the Status Quo:
Failure of State Institutions: The sources criticize the failure of state institutions to address religious extremism effectively, specifically their inability to create counter-narratives and to bring religious leaders on board [10].
Use of Mummy-Daddy Scholars: The sources note that the state often uses statements from “mummy-daddy” type scholars who are not credible and do not address the root issues of religious extremism [5, 10].
Role of the Establishment: The sources critique the role of the military and political establishment in fostering extremism for their own gain [8, 9].
Countering Extremism:
Promoting True Understanding: The sources emphasize the importance of promoting a true understanding of the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2].
Counter-Narratives: There is a call for a counter-narrative against extremism to be created and propagated through the media and through courageous scholars who are willing to speak out [10].
The Rule of Law: The importance of adhering to the rule of law is highlighted [10].
Education: There is a need to educate people and expose the misinterpretations and manipulations used by extremist groups [10].
Holding Extremists Accountable: The sources suggest that stricter punishments and legal actions should be used to deter extremist violence and create a sense of terror against religious extremism [10].
Global Context:
Extremism is a Sub-Continent Phenomenon: The sources suggest that the kind of extreme religious violence seen in Pakistan and the sub-continent is not common in other parts of the world, especially in places with a rule of law [8].
In summary, the sources portray religious extremism as a complex issue with deep roots in misinterpretations of religious texts, sectarianism, political manipulation, and the failure of state institutions. The sources suggest that countering extremism requires promoting a true understanding of Islam, enforcing the rule of law, creating counter-narratives, and addressing the underlying social and political issues that contribute to extremism.
Islam, Modernity, and Pakistan
The sources address a variety of modern issues, often within the context of religious and societal debates in Pakistan, but also touching on global concerns. Here’s a breakdown of these issues:
Interpretation of Religious Texts:
The Need for Modern Interpretations: The sources discuss the ongoing need for Tafsir (interpretation) of the Quran to address new issues and beliefs [1, 2]. This is because, while the Quran and Sunnah are considered fixed, new problems arise over time requiring solutions in the light of these sources [2].
Disagreements in Interpretation: Disagreements often arise from differing interpretations of the Quran, rather than from the translations themselves. Some people insert their own ideas into Tafsir, leading to conflict and division [2, 3].
The Role of Ijtihad:Ijtihad, independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah, is presented as a tool for finding solutions to modern problems [2].
Science and Religion:
Science and Fixed Religious Beliefs: The sources discuss the relationship between science and religion, emphasizing that while science progresses, certain core beliefs in Islam are considered fixed [3]. Scientific knowledge should not be used to question or undermine established religious beliefs [3].
Evolution: The idea of evolution is discussed in the context of both physical and mental development. The sources note that while scientific understanding evolves, this does not contradict the religious view of human creation [4].
Scientific Progress: The sources acknowledge scientific advancements, such as the discovery of blood groups, and credit them to Allah. The sources also acknowledge the contributions of scientists like Newton, Einstein, and Stephen Hawking [5-7].
Social Issues:
Women’s Rights: The sources address the rights of women in Islam. It is mentioned that Islam gives women the status of “queen of the house” and that men have the responsibility to provide for them [8]. However, it is also noted that in some societies, women are treated as commodities and their rights are not respected [8]. The idea of equality versus justice in the context of gender is also raised [9].
Extremism and Violence: The sources detail how religious extremism leads to violence and intolerance, such as the killing of individuals accused of blasphemy, attacks on religious minorities, and sectarian violence [10].
Sectarianism: The sources highlight sectarian divisions within Islam and the resulting conflicts [11-13]. These divisions can lead to violence, with different sects issuing fatwas against each other [12].
Modern Technology: There is an implicit discussion about modern technology, such as social media and digital platforms. These technologies are used for both good and bad; to spread religious teachings and to organize protests [14, 15].
The Family System: The sources note that in some societies the family system is breaking down due to lack of justice, leading to a decline in birth rates and other societal problems [8].
Political and Economic Issues:
The Role of the Establishment: The sources critique the role of the military and political establishment in fostering extremism and using religious groups for political gain [11]. There is also a criticism of the state for not creating counter-narratives against extremism [16].
Corruption: Corruption is mentioned as a significant problem, especially in the context of bribery [17].
Economic Boycotts: The effectiveness of boycotts against certain products is questioned. The sources note that while people may want to take a stand, boycotting does not necessarily create real change, and it can even harm local businesses and people [15].
The Caliphate: Some people are calling for a caliphate, as opposed to democracy, as a solution to modern problems [9]. The sources suggest Islamic democracy may be a modern form of caliphate [9].
Religious Practices:
Halal and Haram: The sources discuss the concepts of halal (permissible) and haram (forbidden) in Islam and how these are often interpreted differently [6, 17]. For example, the sources discuss the prohibition of alcohol [6].
Prayer and Supplication: The importance of prayer and supplication is emphasized, especially in times of crisis. The sources also discuss the different ways in which supplications are accepted by God [18, 19].
The Concept of Fate (Destiny): The sources delve into the concept of fate (Qadar) in Islam and discuss the relationship between divine will and human agency [19-21]. It is emphasized that Allah’s knowledge of the future does not mean that He forces actions on people.
Global Events
Conflicts in Palestine: The sources reference the conflict in Palestine, calling the events a “genocide” [14]. The sources also discuss the need for Muslims to support those suffering around the world through moral support, raising voices, and donating to credible NGOs [14, 19].
In summary, the sources discuss modern issues within the context of religious interpretation, science, societal problems, and global events. The sources emphasize that many of these issues are complex, requiring a combination of religious understanding, critical thinking, and a commitment to justice and human rights to address them effectively. The sources also suggest that many of the problems in Pakistani society are caused by misinterpretations of religion and the exploitation of religious beliefs by political and military establishments.
Pakistan’s Military-Religious Nexus
The sources discuss political influence in several ways, primarily focusing on how political and military establishments in Pakistan manipulate religious groups and ideas for their own purposes [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the key points regarding political influence:
Manipulation of Religious Groups:
Using Religious Extremists: Political and military establishments have been known to use religious extremist groups to defame political leaders [1]. These groups are often supported and then abandoned, creating further instability [2].
Exploiting Sectarianism: The sources indicate that sectarian divisions are exploited by political actors to further their own agendas [1]. This manipulation can lead to violence and conflict within society.
Creating and Supporting Extremist Organizations: The sources describe how some organizations were given prominence and how the spirit of Jihad was instilled in them by the establishment, which led to violence and terrorism. The Taliban was created by the establishment and then turned against the state [2].
The Maulvi-Military Alliance: There is a critique of the “Maulvi-military alliance,” where religious leaders are used by the military for political gain. This alliance has been responsible for much of the religious extremism in Pakistan.
Funding and Support: The sources suggest that some extremist groups receive funding and support from outside actors, which further exacerbates instability [3].
State Failure and Control:
Lack of Counter-Narratives: The sources criticize the failure of state institutions to create effective counter-narratives against extremism and to engage with religious leaders who are not considered “mummy-daddy” types [4, 5].
Inability to Enforce Law: The state has failed to enforce laws and hold extremists accountable, which has allowed extremist groups to flourish.
Failure to Protect Citizens: The state has failed to protect the rights and lives of all citizens, including religious minorities [5].
Focusing on the Wrong People: The government engages with “Mummy-Daddy type” scholars, who are not the right people to address the root issues of religious extremism [4].
Political Agendas:
Undermining Democracy: Some political actors are calling for a caliphate as opposed to democracy [6]. This is seen as a way of undermining the democratic system.
Using Religion for Political Power: The sources suggest that religious groups and political actors exploit religious sentiments to increase their political power [2].
FATF and Corruption: The sources mention that Pakistan did not understand the seriousness of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) requirements, suggesting a lack of seriousness in addressing corruption, which implies political mismanagement [1].
Historical Context:
Zia-ul-Haq Era: The sources mention that the seeds of religious extremism were sown during the Zia-ul-Haq era, with the state promoting certain religious ideologies and using religious groups for political purposes [1, 5].
Proxy Wars: The proxy wars between Saudi Arabia and Iran are mentioned as contributing to sectarian divisions and extremism in Pakistan [1].
Specific Examples:
Mumtaz Qadri: The case of Mumtaz Qadri is presented as an example of how religious extremism has been exploited for political reasons.
The TLP: The Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) is mentioned as a group that has been used for political purposes and has engaged in violence and hate speech [5, 7].
Khadim Rizvi: Khadim Rizvi is described as a sincere, but misguided leader, who was nevertheless used for political purposes by the establishment [2].
Consequences of Political Influence:
Breakdown of Law and Order: The sources indicate that political manipulation of religious groups has led to a breakdown of law and order [4, 5].
Religious Extremism: Political influence has fueled religious extremism and intolerance within society.
Unresolved Issues: The sources suggest that unless the issues of political influence and manipulation are addressed, violence and conflict will continue to occur in Pakistan [4].
In summary, the sources depict a situation where political and military establishments in Pakistan have significantly influenced the religious landscape, often using religious groups and ideas for political gain [1, 2]. This has resulted in the exploitation of religious sentiments, sectarian divisions, and the rise of extremist groups. The sources suggest that addressing these issues requires holding the establishment accountable, creating counter-narratives, and promoting a better understanding of Islamic teachings [5].
Interpreting the Quran: A Source of Unity and Division
The sources highlight a significant debate surrounding Quranic interpretations, emphasizing that differing understandings of the Quran are a major source of conflict and discussion [1, 2]. Here’s an analysis of this debate:
The Need for Interpretation (Tafsir): The sources indicate that while the Quran and Hadith are considered the fundamental and unchanging sources of Islam, the need for their interpretation is ongoing because new issues and challenges arise over time [1]. This need for interpretation, known as Tafsir, is driven by the desire to apply the timeless teachings of the Quran to contemporary situations [1, 2].
Sources of Disagreement:
Interpretations vs. Translations: The sources clarify that disagreements are mainly due to differing interpretations of the Quran, not the translations themselves [2]. The Arabic language of the Quran has remained relatively fixed, and translations are generally consistent [2]. However, individuals and groups may read the same verses and arrive at different understandings [2].
Personal Bias in Interpretation: The sources point out that some people insert their own biases and agendas into their interpretations of the Quran, leading to distorted understandings [3]. This can lead to people being misled and can create divisions within the community [3].
The Role of Ijtihad:
Independent Reasoning: The sources discuss Ijtihad, which is the process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. It is presented as a necessary tool for finding solutions to modern problems [2].
Potential for Disagreement: The sources note that Ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion, which is acceptable, but the fundamental beliefs should remain consistent [2]. The beauty of Islam is that it allows for open ended interpretations in areas that are not fixed [2].
Fixed vs. Flexible Aspects of Religion:
Core Beliefs: The sources stress that certain core beliefs and ideas in Islam are considered fixed and should not be subject to reinterpretation [2]. These fixed beliefs include the oneness of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels [2].
Modern Issues: The interpretation of modern issues is considered to be flexible [2]. This means that the core beliefs are not subject to debate, but issues such as modern jurisprudence are subject to interpretation [2].
Examples of Interpretative Debates:
The Issue of Pictures: The sources mention that the issue of images used for worship was a matter of debate, with some scholars taking a more lenient view [2].
The Beginning of Revelation: There are different opinions about the beginning of revelation to the Prophet Muhammad [3].
Scientific Issues: Scientific knowledge should not be used to undermine the fixed beliefs in the Quran [3].
The Danger of Misinterpretation:
Misleading Beliefs: New and misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced into the Ummah (Muslim community) through faulty interpretations, necessitating the writing of new commentaries [2].
Extremism: Misinterpretations of religious texts can lead to extremist views and actions [1]. The sources also suggest that some groups use interpretations of the Quran to justify their own political goals and agendas [4].
The Importance of Understanding:
The Need for Clear Understanding: The sources argue that the Quran is clear and easy to understand [1]. However, some people insert their own ideas into the Tafsir (interpretation), which can lead to people going astray [3].
The Quran as a Guide: The Quran is presented as a guide, not something that is meant to mislead [3]. It is those who seek to go astray who use the Quran in a misleading way [3].
The Role of Scholars:
Guidance: Scholars are needed to provide guidance in interpreting the Quran, but some scholars create problems and divisions [1].
Denial Mode: Some scholars initially deny new ideas or practices, only to later accept them [5, 6].
Liberal vs. Conservative Scholars: There is a tension between conservative and liberal scholars who interpret the texts differently [6, 7].
In summary, the debate surrounding Quranic interpretations is central to the discussions in the sources. It highlights the tension between the fixed nature of core religious beliefs and the need for flexible interpretations to address new challenges and issues. The debate also underscores the importance of approaching the Quran with sincerity, avoiding personal bias, and relying on sound scholarly reasoning. The sources suggest that misinterpretations can lead to division, extremism, and violence, making it critical to engage with the Quran in a careful and thoughtful manner.
The Ongoing Need for New Quranic Commentaries
The speaker explains the ongoing need for new Quranic commentaries (Tafsir) by highlighting that while the Quran and Hadith are the fundamental and unchanging sources of Islam, new issues and misleading beliefs continually arise, necessitating fresh interpretations to provide relevant guidance [1, 2]. Here’s a more detailed explanation:
Emergence of New Issues: The speaker emphasizes that as time passes, new challenges and problems emerge within the Ummah (Muslim community) [2]. These new issues require interpretation of the Quran and Sunnah to find appropriate solutions. The Quran was revealed 1400 years ago and since then, many new problems have arisen.
Addressing Misleading Beliefs: The speaker indicates that new commentaries become necessary when misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced into the community [2]. These misleading interpretations can distort the true meaning of the Quran, causing confusion and division among people.
Application to Modern Context: The speaker stresses that new interpretations are needed to apply the timeless teachings of the Quran to the modern context [2]. This involves adapting the principles of Islam to contemporary issues, which requires new commentaries and interpretations that make sense in the current era.
The Nature of Interpretation: The speaker explains that the Arabic language of the Quran is relatively fixed, and translations are generally consistent [2]. Disagreements arise due to differing interpretations of the text, where individuals may insert their biases, agendas, and personal opinions [3]. This necessitates new commentaries to provide a range of views and perspectives based on sound methodology and scholarship.
Ijtihad and Its Role: The speaker references Ijtihad, which is the process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah, as a means to find solutions to new problems [2]. Because Ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion, new commentaries are needed to present a variety of perspectives that arise from this process, even though the core beliefs of Islam are not subject to change [2].
The Quran as a Guide: The speaker also notes that the Quran is a guide and is not meant to mislead anyone, but some people use it in a misleading way to justify their own agendas [3]. Therefore, commentaries are needed to clarify the true intent of the Quran and prevent it from being distorted for personal gain.
Fixed vs. Flexible Elements: The speaker distinguishes between the fixed and flexible aspects of religion, noting that the core beliefs and ideas related to God, prophets and angels are frozen, while modern issues require Ijtihad [2, 3]. New commentaries are required to address these modern issues while remaining within the framework of core Islamic principles.
Not Due to Translation Issues: The speaker clarifies that the need for new commentaries is not due to issues with translations of the Quran, but because the core meaning of the verses is often distorted [2, 3]. The Arabic language of the Quran has been preserved, and translations are generally consistent. It is the interpretation that often causes disagreement.
Scholarly Responsibility: The speaker also highlights the role of scholars, noting that while they are needed to provide guidance in interpreting the Quran, some have created problems and divisions by promoting misleading interpretations [1, 4, 5]. Therefore, the speaker believes that new commentaries are needed to correct these misleading ideas and to offer alternative viewpoints based on sound understanding of the Quran and Sunnah.
In summary, the speaker emphasizes that new Quranic commentaries are not a reflection of the inadequacy of the original text, but are rather a necessity due to the ever-changing nature of human experience, the constant emergence of new issues, and the ongoing need to combat misinterpretations and provide relevant guidance to the Muslim community [1, 2]. The speaker implies that these new commentaries should be based on sound scholarly reasoning, while maintaining a firm grounding in the Quran and Sunnah.
Ijtihad in Islamic Jurisprudence
The speaker views ijtihad as a necessary and beneficial practice in Islamic jurisprudence, while also acknowledging its potential for disagreement and the need to apply it carefully [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the speaker’s views on the role of ijtihad:
Necessity for Modern Issues: The speaker indicates that ijtihad is essential for addressing new problems and challenges that arise over time [1, 2]. Because the Quran and Sunnah are fixed, ijtihad is a tool that allows for the application of these religious principles to modern situations that were not explicitly addressed in the original texts [2].
Independent Reasoning: The speaker defines ijtihad as the process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. This means that qualified scholars can engage in a process of interpretation and deduction to derive legal rulings on new issues. This process is not arbitrary but must be rooted in the primary sources of Islamic law.
Acceptable Disagreement: The speaker notes that ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion [2]. The speaker believes that such differences are acceptable, so long as they are within the framework of core Islamic beliefs and are not based on personal bias. The speaker also states that the beauty of Islam is that it allows for open-ended interpretations in areas that are not fixed [2].
Complementary to Fixed Beliefs: The speaker makes it clear that ijtihad applies to modern issues and not to the core beliefs and ideas of Islam, which are considered fixed and not subject to reinterpretation [2, 3]. These core beliefs include the oneness of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels [2].
Guidance within Boundaries: The speaker indicates that ijtihad is a mechanism for providing guidance, but it must always be rooted in the Quran and Sunnah and is not meant to change the fundamental principles of Islam [1, 2]. The speaker emphasizes that the purpose of ijtihad is to find solutions that are in harmony with the teachings of Islam, rather than to contradict or undermine them.
Addressing Misleading Interpretations: The speaker also implies that ijtihad plays a role in countering misleading interpretations of the Quran. By providing new perspectives rooted in sound reasoning, scholars can address issues that have been misrepresented or misunderstood by other individuals or groups [1, 2].
Open-endedness: The speaker views the open-ended nature of ijtihad as a positive aspect of Islam, allowing for a dynamic and evolving understanding of religious law while remaining true to its foundational principles [2].
In summary, the speaker sees ijtihad as an important tool for adapting Islamic law to modern issues. The speaker believes that while core beliefs are fixed, ijtihad enables the application of religious teachings to new and changing circumstances and that while differences of opinion may arise, it is essential that they remain grounded in the Quran and Sunnah and not in personal bias.
Immutable Foundations, Flexible Applications: Islam and
The speaker characterizes the relationship between religious texts and contemporary issues as one where the religious texts provide a fixed foundation, and contemporary issues require interpretation and application of those foundational principles [1, 2]. Here’s a detailed look at how the speaker describes this relationship:
Fixed Core Beliefs: The speaker emphasizes that core religious beliefs and ideas, such as the nature of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels, are considered fixed and are not subject to change or reinterpretation [2]. These are seen as immutable truths that provide a stable basis for all religious understanding [2, 3].
Quran and Sunnah as Foundational Sources: The Quran and Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad) are presented as the primary and unchanging sources of guidance for Muslims [1, 2]. The speaker notes that the Arabic language of the Quran is relatively fixed, and translations are generally consistent, highlighting the stability of these texts [2].
Contemporary Issues Require Interpretation: The speaker explains that while the religious texts are fixed, new problems and challenges continually arise in contemporary life that require interpretation and application of the foundational principles in the texts [1, 2]. This is where the role of ijtihad becomes crucial [2].
Ijtihad as a Tool for Application:Ijtihad, the process of independent legal reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah, is presented as a tool for applying these texts to modern issues [2]. It is a way to derive rulings on new matters that were not explicitly addressed in the original texts, while remaining within the framework of the core beliefs [2].
Flexibility within Fixed Boundaries: The speaker stresses that the core beliefs of Islam are not open to reinterpretation, yet there is flexibility in how those beliefs are applied to contemporary issues [2]. This implies that while the fundamental teachings remain constant, their application to specific circumstances is flexible and requires ongoing scholarly effort.
Addressing Misleading Beliefs: The speaker notes that the need for new interpretations arises not only from new problems but also from the emergence of misleading beliefs and ideas within the Muslim community [1, 2]. New commentaries (Tafsir) are written to clarify misunderstandings and counter the distortions of the religious texts [1, 2].
Interpretations and Disagreements: The speaker clarifies that differences of opinion do not usually arise due to different translations of the Quran, but due to differing interpretations of the texts [2]. This is because individuals insert their own biases and personal opinions into the interpretation, requiring more work by scholars to offer sound interpretations [1, 2].
The Quran as a Guide: The speaker describes the Quran as a guide that is not meant to mislead anyone [3]. Misinterpretations that lead people astray happen when people insert their own meanings into the tafsir (commentary) of the Quran [3].
In summary, the speaker views the relationship between religious texts and contemporary issues as a dynamic one where unchanging religious texts provide the foundation and ijtihad provides the necessary flexibility to address the changing nature of human experience [2]. This relationship requires ongoing scholarly effort to apply the foundational principles of Islam to new contexts while safeguarding against misinterpretations [1, 2].
Quranic Commentary: Necessity and Risk
The speaker has nuanced views on the proliferation of new Quranic translations and commentaries, acknowledging their necessity while also expressing concern about potential misinterpretations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the speaker’s perspective:
Need for New Commentaries Due to New Issues and Misinterpretations: The speaker explains that new commentaries (Tafsir) are needed when new misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced into the Ummah (Muslim community) [1, 2]. The speaker notes that although the Quran has been available for 1400 years and translations exist in local languages for over 100 years, new commentaries are still necessary [1]. This is because new issues and challenges continually arise, requiring fresh interpretations of the Quran and Sunnah to provide relevant guidance [1, 2].
Translations are Generally Consistent: The speaker points out that the Arabic language of the Quran is relatively fixed and that translations are generally consistent [2]. The speaker notes that while the Arabic language of the Quran is fixed, new words will be added to the dictionary [2]. The speaker also mentions that Google Translate can accurately translate Quranic verses, indicating that the core meanings of the text are generally consistent across different languages [2, 3].
Disagreements Arise from Interpretations, Not Translations: The speaker emphasizes that disagreements do not usually stem from different translations but from differing interpretations of the text [2]. People insert their own biases, agendas, and personal opinions into the tafsir, which can lead to conflicting views and misrepresentations of the Quran’s meaning [2, 3]. The speaker notes that people may be dishonest by inserting their own matters into the tafsir [3].
Purpose of Commentaries: The speaker views commentaries as a way to provide an optimal solution to new issues in light of the Quran and Sunnah [2]. Commentaries are also needed to counter misleading beliefs that have been introduced into the Muslim community [2]. The speaker highlights that the Quran is a guide, not meant to mislead, but people do use it to go astray [3].
The Risk of Misinterpretation: The speaker is concerned that some people use new translations and commentaries to insert their own ideas and mislead others [3]. The speaker believes that some individuals and groups promote new interpretations that suit their agendas, rather than providing accurate and unbiased understandings of the text [2]. Some people try to make permissible things impermissible through their interpretations [2].
Core Beliefs are Fixed: The speaker distinguishes between the fixed and flexible aspects of religion [1]. Core beliefs and ideas related to God, prophets, and angels are considered fixed and not subject to reinterpretation [2]. However, modern issues require ijtihad (independent legal reasoning), which can lead to differing interpretations that are meant to be applied within the framework of these core beliefs [1, 2].
Ijtihad and Open-Endedness: The speaker notes that Islam allows for open-ended interpretations in areas that are not fixed [2]. Ijtihad can lead to different opinions, and new commentaries will reflect these differences [2].
Scholarly Responsibility: The speaker implies that those creating new commentaries have a responsibility to provide sound interpretations of the Quran that are based on solid scholarship and rooted in the Quran and Sunnah [1, 2]. The speaker acknowledges that many scholars have provided guidance, but that some have created problems and divisions through misleading interpretations [1].
In summary, the speaker sees the proliferation of new Quranic translations and commentaries as a necessary but potentially problematic phenomenon. The speaker believes that new commentaries are needed to address new issues and to correct misleading interpretations, but is also concerned about the potential for misinterpretation and distortion of the Quranic text. The speaker’s emphasis is on ensuring that new translations and commentaries are rooted in sound scholarship, adhere to the core beliefs of Islam, and avoid the insertion of personal biases and agendas.
Ijtihad: Adapting Islamic Law to Modern Issues
The speaker views ijtihad as a crucial and beneficial practice in Islamic jurisprudence, essential for addressing contemporary issues while staying true to the core tenets of Islam [1, 2]. Here’s a breakdown of the speaker’s perspective:
Necessity for Modern Issues: The speaker indicates that ijtihad is vital for addressing new problems and challenges that arise over time [1, 2]. Since the Quran and Sunnah are considered fixed, ijtihad allows for the application of these religious principles to modern situations not explicitly covered in the original texts [1, 2].
Independent Reasoning: The speaker describes ijtihad as a process of independent reasoning based on the Quran and Sunnah [2]. This signifies that qualified scholars can interpret and deduce legal rulings on new issues, a process that should be rooted in the primary sources of Islamic law, and not be arbitrary [1, 2].
Acceptable Disagreement: The speaker recognizes that ijtihad can lead to differences of opinion [2]. These differences are considered acceptable as long as they are within the framework of core Islamic beliefs and not based on personal bias [2]. The speaker sees this open-endedness as a positive aspect of Islam [2]. The speaker states that disagreements arise from interpretations, not translations of the Quran [2].
Complementary to Fixed Beliefs:Ijtihad is applied to modern issues and not to the core beliefs of Islam which are considered fixed and not subject to reinterpretation [2]. These core beliefs include the nature of God, the prophethood of Muhammad, and the existence of angels [2, 3].
Guidance within Boundaries: The speaker clarifies that ijtihad is a tool for guidance, but it must always be rooted in the Quran and Sunnah [2]. It is not meant to change the fundamental principles of Islam [2]. The purpose of ijtihad is to find solutions that align with Islamic teachings, rather than contradict them [2].
Addressing Misleading Interpretations: The speaker suggests that ijtihad helps counter misleading interpretations of the Quran [2]. By providing new perspectives rooted in sound reasoning, scholars can address issues that have been misrepresented or misunderstood [2]. The speaker notes that people may be dishonest by inserting their own matters into the tafsir, and that some people try to make permissible things impermissible through their interpretations [3, 4].
Dynamic Understanding: The speaker sees ijtihad as facilitating a dynamic and evolving understanding of religious law [2]. This approach enables Islam to remain relevant and adaptable to the changing circumstances of the world, while adhering to its foundational principles [2].
In summary, the speaker considers ijtihad a critical mechanism for adapting Islamic law to contemporary issues, within the boundaries set by core Islamic beliefs [1, 2]. The speaker believes that while core beliefs are fixed, ijtihad enables the application of religious teachings to new and changing circumstances [2]. The speaker also emphasizes the need to ground interpretations in the Quran and Sunnah and not in personal bias. [2].
Religious Extremism in Pakistan
According to the speaker, several factors contribute to religious extremism in Pakistan [1]. These include:
The Maulvi-Military Alliance: The speaker asserts that a key factor is the alliance between religious leaders (Maulvis) and the military establishment [1]. This alliance is seen as using religious sentiments for political gain, often to defame political opponents [1]. The military establishment has used religious figures for their own purposes, fostering an environment where religious extremism can flourish [1].
Exploitation of Religious Sentiments: The speaker notes that religious sentiments are often exploited by various groups for their own purposes [1, 2]. Political and military actors manipulate religious feelings to rally support for their agendas, exacerbating societal divisions [1]. This manipulation can create an environment where extremist views are normalized and violence becomes more likely.
Sectarianism: The speaker discusses how the military establishment promoted certain sects, like Deoband, which led to violence and the killing of Shias [1, 2]. This sectarian division has been a long-standing issue, with different groups clashing and contributing to religious extremism.
Lack of Rule of Law: According to the speaker, the absence of a strong rule of law in Pakistan allows extremist elements to operate with impunity [1]. When individuals and groups know that they will not be held accountable for their actions, they are more likely to engage in violence and other forms of extremism.
Influence of Extremist Groups: The speaker points out the influence of groups like the Taliban and TLP (Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan) [2, 3]. These groups, despite their differing views, often exploit religious sentiments to achieve their objectives. Some of these groups have been used by the establishment while others have sincere followers who believe they are working for an Islamic system [2, 3]. However, they are also seen as being funded by foreign entities [3].
Failure of State Institutions: The speaker criticizes state institutions for failing to address religious extremism effectively [3, 4]. The speaker notes that the state has not launched a counter-narrative to extremist ideologies, and instead seeks statements from “mummy-daddy” scholars who do not address the root of the problem [4]. The state has also not been able to control extremist elements, leading to a cycle of violence and impunity [3, 4].
Misinterpretation of Religious Texts: The speaker suggests that some interpretations of religious texts contribute to extremism [5, 6]. The speaker explains that the Quran and Sunnah provide a fixed foundation, but when individuals and groups insert their own biased interpretations into these texts, it can lead to the proliferation of extremism [5, 6].
Use of Religious Slogans for Political Gain: The speaker mentions how groups use religious slogans and causes, such as the “end of Prophethood,” as a pretext for violence and to achieve their own political goals [2]. This manipulation of religious sentiments is viewed as a key factor that exacerbates religious extremism [2].
In summary, the speaker attributes religious extremism in Pakistan to a complex interplay of factors, including the manipulation of religion by political and military actors, the absence of a strong rule of law, the influence of extremist groups, state institutional failures, and the misinterpretation of religious texts.
Islamic Viewpoints and Societal Impacts in Pakistan
Differing Islamic viewpoints in Pakistan have significant societal impacts, contributing to division, conflict, and challenges to the rule of law [1, 2]. Here are some of the key effects, according to the speaker:
Sectarian Violence: The speaker notes that differing interpretations and viewpoints lead to sectarian violence [3, 4]. The speaker highlights that the promotion of certain sects by the military establishment has led to violence and the killing of Shias [3, 4]. This demonstrates how differing viewpoints are not just academic debates but have real, violent consequences in Pakistani society.
Extremism: The speaker explains that varying interpretations of religious texts and beliefs contribute to religious extremism [1, 2]. Misinterpretations of the Quran and Sunnah, combined with personal biases, can lead to the proliferation of extremist views [1, 2]. The speaker also notes that some people try to make permissible things impermissible through their interpretations [2]. This extremism is not confined to a single group, and is seen across a range of groups with differing views and practices [5].
Erosion of the Rule of Law: The speaker argues that a lack of adherence to the rule of law allows extremist elements to act with impunity [3]. When people believe they can take the law into their own hands, it leads to a breakdown in social order [6]. This is further exacerbated by groups that exploit religious sentiments to achieve their own goals [4]. The speaker notes that even though there is consensus among scholars that the law should not be taken into one’s own hands, this message does not reach the common people [6].
Social Division: The speaker indicates that differing viewpoints lead to social division and a lack of unity [3]. When groups focus on their differences, it leads to conflict and animosity and makes it difficult to address larger issues like corruption and injustice [3, 5, 6]. The speaker also notes that some groups use religious slogans and causes, such as the “end of Prophethood”, as a pretext for violence [4].
Exploitation of Religious Sentiments: The speaker points out that political and military actors often manipulate religious sentiments for their own purposes, leading to further societal division [3]. This exploitation can foster an environment where extremist views are normalized and violence is more likely [3]. This manipulation has been used to defame political leaders, using religious figures to achieve political goals, thereby deepening the divisions within the society [3].
Challenges to Modernization: The speaker notes how some interpretations of Islam hinder progress and modernization [2, 7]. There is a tension between traditional interpretations and modern approaches to jurisprudence, and the speaker highlights that many scholars initially resist new concepts only to later accept them [7, 8]. The speaker also notes that there is also a resistance to science, and that some people will reject scientific fact because they conflict with religious beliefs [9, 10].
Disrespect for Other Religions: The speaker discusses the issue of disrespect and violence towards other religious communities, such as Christians and Qadianis [5, 11]. This demonstrates that some groups use their interpretations of Islamic texts to justify discrimination and violence against those with different religious viewpoints [5, 12]. The speaker also notes that despite the fact that the state is responsible for protecting all citizens, regardless of their religion, this does not always happen [5].
In summary, differing Islamic viewpoints in Pakistan have a wide range of negative societal impacts, including sectarian violence, extremism, erosion of the rule of law, social division, exploitation of religious sentiments, challenges to modernization, and disrespect for other religions. These issues are complex and are intertwined with political, historical, and social factors, creating significant challenges for Pakistani society [3, 5, 12].
History in Contemporary Islamic Discourse
Historical events and figures play a significant role in contemporary Islamic debates, often serving as points of reference, contention, and justification for various viewpoints. Here’s how the sources illustrate this:
Use of Historical Precedent: The speaker notes that when new misleading beliefs and ideas are introduced, people look to the past for guidance, trying to provide solutions in light of the Quran and Sunnah [1]. However, this often involves interpreting historical events and figures in different ways [1, 2]. The speaker mentions that there are differing opinions about the beginning of the revelation to the Prophet, and that some scholars present completely different pictures of it, which can lead to differing beliefs [2].
Figures as Points of Reference: The speaker references numerous historical figures, such as Maulana Maududi, Dr. Asrar, and Dr. Tahir-ul-Qadri to demonstrate different viewpoints on specific topics like the issue of images [1]. These figures are used to exemplify diverse interpretations within Islamic thought. The speaker also mentions Einstein and Stephen Hawking as examples of individuals who contributed greatly to scientific knowledge, and uses them to discuss how knowledge evolves over time [3, 4]. The speaker mentions Khadim Rizvi as a figure who was sincere but who also contributed to extremism [4, 5].
The Prophet Muhammad’s Example: The life and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly as recorded in the Hadith, are central to many Islamic debates [6-8]. The speaker discusses the beginning of the revelation to the Prophet, noting that it is reported in Bukhari and Muslim that it began with good dreams [6]. The speaker also discusses the concept of Sunnah, which is defined as the practices of the Prophet which have been transferred by consensus in a practical way [3]. The speaker also uses the example of the Prophet and his family to explain the concept of breast feeding and the status of foster relations [7].
The Early Caliphate and Interpretations of History: The actions and policies of the early Caliphate are also points of debate. The speaker uses the example of the Banu Umayyad to show how historical narratives can be manipulated to defend certain political positions [3]. They also note that some groups bring false and undocumented traditions of history to defend the Banu Umayyad, which shows how history can be manipulated to make certain points [3]. The speaker notes that the caliphate was broken even though some had recited Qur’at Nazla over it [9].
The Role of Scholars: The speaker indicates that scholars play a critical role in interpreting and transmitting historical religious knowledge [1, 10]. The speaker also references the work of scholars in the past and how they arrived at specific conclusions. The speaker argues that even though there have been interpretations of the Quran for 1400 years, new interpretations are written when new misleading beliefs arise [1, 10]. The speaker criticizes some scholars for introducing their own interpretations, and for not being able to explain basic concepts of Islam to the people [10-12]. The speaker also notes that scholars go into a “denial mode” when new concepts come out, and that they often forbid things before making them permissible later on [13].
Historical Events as Justification: The speaker explains how historical events are used to justify certain actions, such as violence or discrimination. The speaker refers to the period of Zia-ul-Haq, noting that this period was responsible for the creation of much religious extremism in Pakistan [14, 15]. The speaker also refers to the Shia-Sunni conflict and how certain sects were supported which led to the killing of Shias [14]. The speaker uses the example of Mumtaz Qadri, who killed someone in the name of religion [5, 11]. The speaker uses these examples to show how historical events and figures influence contemporary attitudes and beliefs.
Evolution of Understanding: The speaker indicates that there is an evolution of understanding, such as the acceptance of the concept of blood groups, which was not known for a long time, and they suggest that some things are understood by people at certain times in history, and that knowledge evolves over time [16, 17]. The speaker notes that things like traffic laws, which did not exist in the past, are also part of an evolution of societal development [18].
Distortions of History: The speaker explains how some groups use distorted historical narratives to promote division and conflict. The speaker discusses how groups manipulate historical narratives to defend their positions, showing how interpretations of historical events can be used to justify certain actions and beliefs [3, 19].
In summary, the speaker demonstrates that historical events and figures are not simply relics of the past, but are actively used and reinterpreted in contemporary Islamic debates, influencing everything from legal rulings to social attitudes and political action. These historical references can either foster understanding or fuel division, depending on how they are used and understood.
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