A common misconception is that Shirk is limited to idol worship. Unfortunately, this is incorrect.
Examples of the different types of shirk are;
Shirk al-Ibadah (Shirk in Worship): This involves worshipping idols, saints, or any entity besides Allah.
Shirk al-Rububiyyah (Shirk in Lordship): This involves believing that creations like the sun, moon, or stars control one’s fate or hold power over Allah’s will.
Shirk in Legislation and Judgment: This involves making laws or judgments that contradict Allah’s law or obeying someone other than Allah in matters of faith.
Outward Shirk: This includes open and apparent acts of associating partners with Allah, such as worshipping idols or graves.
Hidden Shirk: This involves inwardly believing in or trusting in something or someone other than Allah, even while outwardly appearing to be a Muslim.
It is obvious that the shirk of democoracy and partaking in it is Shirk in Legislation, as Democoracy attempts to strip Allah from this right and places this right in the hands of man !!
#staymuslimdontvote
#muslim #ummah #brothers
ISLAMIC DEMOCRACY ?
A brother asks:
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
“Akhi how would we reply to the doubt some bring basically saying we can have a democracy in an lslamic state but it’s based on a shariah constitution so like how in the US.
it’s democracy but they cannot vote to change the constitution since that’s the foundation, so similarly we could have something like that, But the constitution is shariah basically, And everything can be voted on aslong as it doesn’t go against the shariah.
So, like we can vote to legalise or ban things, etc, I figured I’d ask you for your thoughts on this”
Answer:
وعليكم السلام ورحمة الله وبركاته
Democracy and Islam can never be the same. In Islam, we have the concept of shura, and what is used by the shura to determine outcomes is drawn from the Quran and Sunnah.
Democracy contrary to Islam, has its own system of lawmaking and passing bills and determining outcomes, politicians make the laws derived from their own whims and desires.
In fact Democracy is built on the majority ruling. This is achieved through the voting process.
You will be surprised to know that the idea of the majority rules was a concept that the Khawarij had put forth in order to govern their affairs and that of the people.
After their disagreement with both Ali (ra) and Muawiyyah (ra), and after establishing their administration in Haraura, the Khawarij now declared:
“Bai’ah is meant for Allah the Almighty alone. It is our duty to enjoin the good on the people of the land and forbid the evil.
There is no Caliph or ruler in Isla. After gaining victory, all matters must be settled by mutual consultation of the Muslims, and their *Majority should decide all issues.*
Both Ali and Muawiyyah are at fault.” (The History of Islam Vol.1, page 479.)
So, for those who adopt this view point, and screan democracy, calling it fair and just, or foolishly attributing it to Islam, are more in line with the view of the Khawarij and thier view on governance by majority vote.
Let us not forget it was Abu Bakr (ra) who was alone on his view to fight the Bughaat (rebels), while the majority were saying, “Are you going to fight a people who say Lailahailallah”
Allah (swt) sent Mohammed (saw) with a Shariah and a Minhaj, and whoever strays from it will be doomed!.
And Allah knows best.
-Abu ousayd
14 Rabi Al-Akhir 1446H
DOUBLE STANDARDS: A TRAIT ADOPTED FROM THE WEST
There’s a growing push for a Sunni-Shia unity under the pretext of victory for Gaza.
With some so blinded they are willing to set aside creedal differences for this cause.
This strikes me as hypocritical.
Let’s rewind to when ISIS was fighting on two fronts: against the Western coalition and Arab armies on one front and against the Syrian and Iraqi regimes on another.
Back then, and even today many of the same individuals calling for a Sunni-Shia alliance were amongst the loudest vioces against ISIS, pedalling the stances of the west and the Tawagheet against them!
What happened to putting aside differences then?
These advocates today lack understanding, foresight, and, most importantly, consistency.
I challenge anyone of them to say openly, “We should put aside creedal differences when dealing with the likes of Al-Qaeda or ISIS if it is to achieve victory in Iraq, Syria, and Gaza!”
By your standard and insight, It would be better to ally with the “khawarij” becuase the objective is victory, no matter who we ally with.
But you will never say that, because you are driven by desire not the truth, and you are not consistent, that is why you push us to join hands with the Mushrikeen Shiaa/Rafidhah those who claim the Quran is changed and incomplete, who accuse Aisha(ra) of zina, and assert that all the Sahabah apostated.
If the issue is that of extremism, than there is nothing more extremism than the ideas of the Shiaa, if it’s about “terrorism” than likewise Iran is looked at as a Terrorist state, founding terror organisation the likes of your Sayyid and Hezbulaat, again consistency.
The ‘Khawarij’ are known for many things, one of those is they refuse to lie as they see it as major sin, but you want to believe the Shiaa today knowing very well lying (taqiyah) is a foundemental part of their faith…
“Have they not travelled throughout the land so their hearts may reason, and their ears may listen? Indeed, it is not the eyes that are blind, but it is the hearts in the chests that grow blind” (Quran 22:46)
Victory comes from Allah (swt) not from ourselves, we just have to follow Allah’s orders and the Sunnah of His Messenger (saw) without compromise, only then will Victory be attained!
So be consistent.
Abu Ousayd.
October 6, 2024 / 3 Rabi al-Akhir 1446
JUST ME BEING ME
One of my uncles was a Shaykh in Lebanon, Shaykh Abdullatif Haddad (may Allah have mercy on him) he was also a judge in the islamic courts and a very strong khateeb
Growing up, I would hear about him. One thing in particular that stood out was he was nicknamed Shaykh As-Shabab,
‘THE SHAYKH OF THE YOUTH’
I used to ask why, and was told that he wasn’t your typical “shaykh”, he didn’t conform to the ‘standard shaykh image’ that many try to form today,
He spoke, dressed and mingled with the youth. He was like the cool shaykh, the peoples champion.
From what i was told, he was very direct, to the point, and would not hold back speaking up against individuals that could cause him harm
I mention this for a couple of reasons: I think this rubbed off on me, I refuse to conform to the standard ‘shaykh’ image, putting on an act walking, dressing, with my nose up high….
I’m me, alhumdulilah, happy in my skin. Happy being me without the act, so if you see me and you think “that doesn’t fit” I don’t care because I dont want to fit in your box, so me being a practising Muslim, religious, a preacher, teacher, with all my shortcomings, is me…
NO ACT / NO FILTER / NO APOLOGY
If this is too much for you or not what you’re accustomed to, then get used to it because I’m not changing for anyone. #unapologetic or, as I was taught recently, #based
Pleasing Allah (swt) is enough for me. #alhumdulilah
PROTEST ADVICE
Recommendations for Muslims attending protests.
It’s important to approach such events with a clear understanding of one’s intentions and to maintain Islamic principles throughout.
Your responsibility for checking the leadership, maintaining modesty, and avoiding nationalist symbols while giving dawah and continuing activism beyond the protests is valuable advice for those who choose to participate.
May your efforts be guided by sincerity and righteousness.
Muslims attending protests:
- Intention: Ensure your intention is solely for the sake of Allah, demonstrating support for your fellow brothers and sisters in a way that aligns with Islamic principles.
- Leadership: Be cautious about who is leading the protest. Avoid gatherings led by those with misguided beliefs, such as shia, nationalists, or proponents of democratic slogans.
- Modesty: Maintain Islamic principles of modesty by limiting interactions with the opposite gender and refraining from using vulgar language during protests.
- Flags: Refrain from displaying nationalistic flags, as this can lead to sinful or kufr (disbelief) outcomes. Instead, consider holding flags with the declaration of faith, “Lailahaillallah.”
- Dawah: Use the opportunity to give dawah (invitation to Islam), share Islamic materials, and encourage good actions while discouraging sinful behaviour.
- Continued Action: Remember that activism doesn’t end with the protest. Continue making duaa (supplication), raising awareness, and showing support even after the protest concludes. True activism extends until meaningful change is achieved.
These recommendations are for those who choose to attend protests and are aimed at ensuring that the principles of Islam are upheld during such events. If these principles cannot be followed or minimized, it may be better not to attend such gatherings.
Ultimately, may Allah guide and support your efforts.
freepalestine #gazaunderattack #Gaza
- Abu Ousayd
MUSLIM FOR THE SAKE OF THE KUFFAR
Beware of the “Muslims for the sake of the Kuffar”
They are like parrots repeat the sentiments of the kuffar yet giving it an Islamic twist, their main call is to be accepted by them, even if that means changing Islam itself.
Years ago when the Kuffar had an issue with a Muslim man having multiple wives calling it backwards and wrong, these “Muslims” to be accepted, to fit in said the same and attacked anyone who differed with them, even when Quran and Sunnah were being quoted.
Yet they went a step further, adding “womaniser” and going as far as saying that such verses concerning polygyny was abrogated, changing the book of Allah(swt), and waging a war against anyone pushing for the marriage of multiple wives.
Today the biggest movement is that of the LGBT+×÷= and for years it has wanted to squeeze itself into the Muslim community, and the only way in is with these “Muslims”.
Never before the pressures of this movement were Muslims openly talking about immoral and evil deeds so publicly, yes these acts existed and were preformed by some Muslims, but it was very hushed, private and behind doors, there still existed the element of Hayaa (modesty) and fear of being out casted.
Now “shuyukh” “daees” “lecturers” rise to fame through holding lectures about porn addiction, masturbation and homosexuality, not knowing this was desensitising the community,
Being gay and Muslim is something we are pushed to accept with some of the above “muslims” saying we must accept them, this is how Allah (we seek refuge from Allah) made them.
Today the phrases “only Allah can judge them” “you don’t know what’s in their hearts” is no different than “Love is love”, well as long as it’s not loving four wives.
My dear brothers and sisters, and to the kuffar we openly and unequivocally say that there us no room in Islam for homosexuality to be accepted, it is a major sin, a sin behind the reason Allah(swt) destroyed the people of the Prophet Lut (as).
Those who are engaging in this act or have engaged in such acts need to fear Allah and repent, know that you being lured into immorality is not genetics, its satanic.
As for those who deny homosexuality is a crime in Islam, or claim it is permissible, then upon you is to repent, leave this idea, stop trying to challenge Allah in His right to legislate, openly stand against what Allah has forbidden, then retake your Shahadah, and re enter Islam!
Yes making Haram Halal, is an act of major Kufr (disbelief), and dying while believing that homosexuality is permissible, after Allah has send it is impermissible is clear kufr (disbelief).
As a Muslim, a follower of the last Messenger of Allah, who came with the last revelation and a shariah (law) for all mankind until judgement day,
I openly stand out clear and here, I free myself in front of Allah (swt) from the movement of the LGBT and the acts of their people, I also stand out openly against and free from the “Muslims for the the sake of the kuffar” who have altered the deen (religion) of Allah to please those in authority or to conform to the pressures of an evil, wicked society,
I advise my brothers and sisters to openly do the same.
Hudhayfah ibn Al-Yaman reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said,
“By the one in whose hand is my soul, you must enjoin good and forbid evil, or else Allah will soon send punishment upon you. Then, you will call upon Allah and it will not be answered for you.”
(Sunan al-Tirmidhi 2169)
-Abu Ousayd
WE DONT REALLY WANT WHAT WE SAY WE WANT
We say we want the Shariah, but when the shariah is not in our favour, we oppose it and run to man made systems
We say we love the Sunnah, but say “it’s not an obligation”
We want the lands of Islam to be free, but we want to attack those fighting for its freedom!
We say we want to be on deen, but will not divorce Jahiliyyah
Men say they want a practising wife, but when he has one, he says, “shes too boring, un attractive,” then goes looking for a Mutabarrijah!
Woman say I want a man who is religious, a protector, one with gheerah, but when they get one, they say “His too extreme, I want freedom”
We want a leader, a Shaykh to speak the Haqq, but when we see one cowardice overtakes us and we say, “He shouldn’t be speaking openly, that’s not wisdom”
Do we really want what we say we want, or are we just after an image or an appearance? Do we just want to look the part, sound the part, only seeing it from a distance.
If you are suffering from this sickness, then the first thing you should do is remember the words of Allah (swt),
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ لِمَ تَقُولُونَ مَا لَا تَفْعَلُونَ
“O believers! Why do you say what you do not do?”
كَبُرَ مَقْتًا عِندَ ٱللَّهِ أَن تَقُولُوا۟ مَا لَا تَفْعَلُونَ
“How despicable it is in the sight of Allah that you say what you do not do!” (Quran 61:2-3)
Then you need to realise that you have an issue that needs to be rectified, fix your mindset, and synchronise what pleases Allah with your heart, tongue, and limbs
Dont be pleased with your exterior while being empty from within, and don’t be fooled by the exterior of those who do not follow through,
beware of these traits and its deception as they are closer to hypocrisy,
Allah (swt) says,
۞ وَإِذَا رَأَيْتَهُمْ تُعْجِبُكَ أَجْسَامُهُمْ ۖ وَإِن يَقُولُوا۟ تَسْمَعْ لِقَوْلِهِمْ ۖ كَأَنَّهُمْ خُشُبٌۭ مُّسَنَّدَةٌۭ ۖ يَحْسَبُونَ كُلَّ صَيْحَةٍ عَلَيْهِمْ ۚ هُمُ ٱلْعَدُوُّ فَٱحْذَرْهُمْ ۚ قَـٰتَلَهُمُ ٱللَّهُ ۖ أَنَّىٰ يُؤْفَكُونَ
“And when you see them, their forms please you, and if they speak, you listen to their speech. [They are] as if they were pieces of wood propped up1 – they think that every shout is against them. They are the enemy, so beware of them. May Allāh destroy them; how are they deluded?” (Quran 63:4)
May Allah (swt) allow us to realise the truth and follow it, may He allow us to see the falsehood and leave it. Ameen
And Allah knows best
CRITICISM WITHOUT WARNING?
Public criticism and rebuttal of someone who openly makes errors relating to the religion of al-Islam does need to be advised privately, and this is well established from the action and understanding of the Salaf, and inshaallah I will bring some proofs relating to this issue in this article.
It should be noted that privately advising a sinner about his sin is a completely different issue, and the two should not be confused.
In the Quran, Allah (swt) has “publicly” corrected the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, on a few occasions, including the interaction of the Prophet with the blind companion, as found in Sura Abasa, regarding Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum, and this is of the greatest of proofs that does not require a second,
that is if someone makes a mistake concerningthe religionof Allah, public criticism is permissible without prior, private warning.
Umar (ra) was publically critised on multiple accounts,
1. Why he had two garments
2. Woman refutes Umar (ra) regarding mahr
3. His statement if I go astray, “we will straighten you with our swords”
Many other examples can be found in the seerah
The salaf also had some words regarding criticism,
Muhammad Ibn Bandār al-Jurjānī said to Imām Ahmad ibn Hanbal (rahimahullāh), “It is hard upon me to say: ‘So-and-so is such-and-such and so-and-so is such-and-such’. So Imām Ahmad replied, ‘If you remain silent and I remain silent, how will the ignorant person know what is correct and from what is false?’“
(Majmū al-Fatāwā 28/231, Sharh ʿilal al-Tirmidhī 1/350)
Imām Ahmad was asked about Husayn al-Karabīsī, he responded, “He is a mubtadiʿ (innovator).” On another occasion, he (rahimahullāh) said, “Beware of Husayn al-Karabīsī. Do not talk to him, and do not talk to the one who talks to him.” ― he said it four of five times. (Tārīkh Baghdād 8/65.)
The science of Al-Jarh wat-Ta’dīl, is well established in the shariah,
This is especially true regarding those who narrated Hadith, and those who were people of innovation and of thise who publically made mistakes
Imam ahmed himself was quoted in saying,
Imaam Ahmad, may Allaah have mercy on him:
1. Al-Marwadhee (rahimahullaah) said: “Abu ‘Abdillaah (Ahmad Ibn Hanbal) once mentioned Haarith al-Muhaasibee and said: ‘Haarith is the source of all this affliction – meaning the innovations of the views of Jahm. There is no calamity except for Haarith.’” Bahr-ud-Dam (pg. 99)
2. Habeeb Ibn Abee Hilaal: Ahmad said of him: “He is rejected.” Bahr-ud-Dam(pg. 105)
3. Habeeb Ibn Jahdar: Ahmad declared him a liar. Bahr-ud-Dam (pg. 109)
4. Al-Hasan Ibn Dhakwaan: Ahmad said of him: “His ahaadeeth are forged” and in one report, he said: “He is of no significance.” Bahr-ud-Dam (pg. 114)
5. Khaalid Ibn Yazeed Ibn ‘Abd-ir-Rahmaan Al-Hamdaanee: Ahmad said: “He is nothing.” Bahr-ud-Dam (pg. 114)
Bukhari and An Nasaee did the same. They mentioned people by name, their faults publically, and did not restrict it to private advising.
So if an Alim, Shaykh, Ustadth, or Daee and anyone else speaking in the name of Islam openly and publicly makes errors, correcting the error publicly is permissible as this allows the correction of this error that would have misguided or mislead the community.
None of us are free from mistakes, errors, and shortcomings, but the preservation of that which is authentic and correct far outweighs the image of the individual who has made the error
And there should be no favouritism regarding that.
And Allah knows best.
ALLAH IS THE ONE THAT GUIDES, NOT YOU
I was thinking about this ayaah all day and night after as it came up over lunch with some brothers,
إِنَّكَ لَا تَهْدِى مَنْ أَحْبَبْتَ وَلَـٰكِنَّ ٱللَّهَ يَهْدِى مَن يَشَآءُ ۚ وَهُوَ أَعْلَمُ بِٱلْمُهْتَدِينَ
“Surely you do not guide whomever you love, but Allah guides whomever He decides, and He knows best the ones (who are) rightly-guided”
There are in our lives people whom we love and want guidance for, this is definitely the case with reverts who would love for their family members to be guided,
Then there are individuals in raised Muslim households that are far from the religion, and you wish guidance for,
It’s clear from the ayaah we love guidance for those we love,
but after some pondering and looking at it from another angle, I came to understand guidance in another way,
How many times do we hear of married couples who live in toxic relationships, say they worry that if they leave, the other will be misguided,
and if they have children in such relationships, this fear is intensified, and they also think the same. “If I leave, then children will be misguided…..”
But here’s the thing,
What gives the guarantee that if you dont leave, they will be guided?
This is a heavy realisation that I think most people don’t see, again,
“Surely you do not guide whomever you love, but Allah guides whomever He decides, and He knows best the ones (who are) rightly-guided”
What’s to say, perfect relationships means you will have a perfect rightous spouse or perfect rightous off-spring?
again, “you do not guide whoever you love…” cementing that guidance is from Allah, he guides who he pleases, guides those who we love or hate, guides those in perfect scenarios or terrible scenarios, and the opposite it true,
whether we are in the picture or not makes absolutely no difference to who is guided and who isn’t, and this is hard to grasp and come to terms with. We simply do not guide!
But surely there is some sort of effort on our part that we must do, right?
Absolutely right, what we need to realise is our part involves us doing our bit to the best of our abilities, we need to try to direct towards the right and away from the evil, if they are guided Alhumdulilah, but if they are not, we stand without fault, we can stand in front of Allah (swt) and confidently say, “O ALLAH I TRIED” and that’s the key.
On the Day of Judgement no one will be concerned about anyone except themselves,
On that day we all will flee from those we love today in the Dunya, from our brothers, parents, from our spouse, and even our children.
In the effort in trying to save those around us who we love, what’s more important, and this will sound selfish, but we need to save ourselves first,
Allah says,
يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا قُوا أَنْفُسَكُمْ وَأَهْلِيكُمْ نَارًا وَقُودُهَا النَّاسُ وَالْحِجَارَةُ عَلَيْهَا مَلَائِكَةٌ غِلَاظٌ شِدَادٌ لَا يَعْصُونَ اللَّهَ مَا أَمَرَهُمْ وَيَفْعَلُونَ مَا يُؤْمَرُونَ
“O, believers! Save yourselves and your families from a fire, whose fuel is men and stones; upon it are fierce and mighty angels who never disobey Allāh’s command and who promptly do what they are commanded to do.”
We are not sailors that need to go down with the ship, we are Muslims that need to save ourselves from the Hellfire, do your bit leave the rest with Allah(swt).
And Allah knows best.
-Abu Ousayd
CALLING THE LEADERS OUT PUBLICLY
“One day Umar Stood up to deliver a sermon; in it, he said,
‘O people, whoever among you sees any crookedness in me in my character, my deals, my action, then let him straighten out that crookedness.’
A man from the audience called out, “by Allaah, were we to see any crookedness in you, we would have straightened it out with our swords.’
Umar then said, All praise is for Allaah, who has placed in this nation someone who will straighten the crookedness of Umar with his sword.’”
Akhbaar Umar (pg 231,232) and Ar-Riyaadh an Nadirah.
Todays Murjiah / Madkhalis would say this man is a khariji because he spoke up against the ruler, they would say he had no right as only the Ulema can speak, in private of course, with the leaders
When will such people succumb to the truth rather than make un just excuses