TMC Aguda_The Reminder (R-Thaani 1435)

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Table of Contents

Al-Quran: Suratul Qiyaamah 16-25 ....................................................... 3

Adab: Conflict resolution ...................................... 8

At-Tahzeeb: Arrogance and Pride 16 .....................................

At-Tahreek: Ali& Fatimah (Their Struggles and death) ........................ 23


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Al- Quran: Suratul Qiyaamah 16-25


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Translation

16. Move not your tongue with it, [O Muhammad],

to hasten with recitation of the Qur'an.

17. Indeed, upon Us is its collection [in your heart]

and [to make possible] its recitation.

18. So when We have recited it [through Gabriel],

then follow its recitation.

19. Then upon Us is its clarification [to you].

20. No! But you love the immediate

21. And leave the Hereafter.

22. [Some] faces, that Day, will be radiant,

23. Looking at their Lord.24. And [some] faces, that Day, will be contorted,

25. Expecting that there will be done to them

[something] backbreaking.

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Title

The title given for these verses 16-25 by Dr. Wahbatu Zuhaili in hisTafseer al-Muneer was:

( )THE KEENNESS OF THE PROPHET ON THE PRESERVATION OF THE QURAN AND THE

CONDITION OF THE PEOPLE ON THE LAST DAY.

Cause of revelationImam Bukhari and others recorded that Ibn Abbas (RA) said: Theprophet (s allalahu alayhi wasallam ) will hasten to repeat the Quranwhile Jibril was revealing it due to his wish to preserve it in his heart.Then Allah revealed verse 16 of this surah.

Explanation:1. Allah taught His messenger how to deal with the revelation

when angel Jubril is transmitting it.2. Allah has entrusted Jubril with the transmission of the Quran

and He has made him the teacher for His last prophet andmessenger. The prophet feared that he may forget some partof the revelation as its volume increases with time. So, he willrepeat immediately as Jubril recites before the conclusion. Thisis not a proper decorum for a student; so Allah admonishedthe prophet away from this act while attending to the concern

of His prophet by assuring him of His preservation.3. There is a clear lesson in this for a good student of knowledge.The proper procedure for absorbing the knowledge from ateacher will be to first understand the message with precisionbefore recording or taking notes on it. Surely, success tips ofvariety were contained in the Quran.

4. It is important to note the high level of concern that the

prophet attached to the message he was commissioned to


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deliver. A Muslim must take lesson from this; every job is atrust; there is no vacuum in nature; your presence is a reasonfor another persons absence. Those who were absent because

of your presence may do it better; it is treacherous if youchoose not to deliver your best. Allah has chosen the prophetout of His grace and his concern for the preservation of theultimate source of the message is a proper appreciation of themercy of Allah on him. May the peace and blessings of Allah beon the messenger of Allah.

5. Humans by nature tend to hasten. Hastiness is a detestable,

satanic and counter-productive character or culture. Anarrated tradition in the sunnah corroborates this verse tocondemn it.

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Hastiness is from shaytan except with five: (1) Serving foodwhen the guest is present (2) Burying the dead (3) Marryingout the virgin when she has reached puberty (4) Paying off thedebt (5) Repentance

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6. Allah promised the prophet 3 things:(1) The collec tion of the Quran in his heart. (2) The preservation of the Quran. (3) The explanation of the Quran.

7. There were differences on the best source of explanation to a

book. Some argued that the book will explain itself better;


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some opined that the author will be the best explainer; whilesome placed the judgment on the reader.The best explanations to a work will be from the author of the

work. This is one of what makes the Qur an uniquely efficientand encyclopedic. Some parts of the Quran explain ed anotherwhile the sunnah which is another type of revelation explainsfurther. Islam has the best explanations to its fundamentals.All praises and thanks to Allah.

8. The later verses also described some events of the Day ofResurrection.

9. Staring at Allah on the Day of Judgment is an added enjoymentfor those that deserve it. The most fortunate among thebeneficiaries will be those who will be given the opportunity tosee his Lord (Allah) in the morning and the evening (twice aday).

Life lessons1. Allah promised to explain the content of the Quran . These

explanations include: The Limits, The Permitted, TheProhibited, The Promises (of rewards) and The Threats (ofpunishments).

2. Hastiness is generally despicable even in religious matters.3. The disbelief of man in The Promises and The Threats was due

to his weakness of nature to seek what is quick andimmediately available. So, a Muslim must seek the contraryand flee to Allah while the of disbelievers flee to the deceptionof satan.


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Adab:Conflict resolution

Verily, after me there will be

conflicts of affairs, so if you are able

to end them in peace, then do so.

- Prophet Muhammad(Musnad Ahmad, Number 697)

PreambleVerses calling to conflict resolution of different types across the pagesof the Quran were clear indications of the significance of this act. Thenobility of the act is further stressed in the sunnah of the prophet. Thefollowing paragraphs will try to present the virtues and briefunderstanding of the concept including tips for successful arbitration.

MeaningIt is the act of arbitration between two quarrelling parties in order toreconcile their differences and restore normalcy.

Brief overview and understandingConflicts between humankind are inevitable due to the free will andability Allah has granted man to act in contrary to the norms and theexistence of two opposites in creation. The inevitability and frequentoccurrence of conflicts in different dimensions across the globeespecially in modern time has led to the inclusion of courses like

Conflict Management in the world education curricula .


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Furthermore, the relationship between two quarreling parties plays asignificant role in the arbitration process. The closer the relationship

the easier it is to resolve the conflict. For example, conflicts betweenfamily members will be easier to resolve than among ordinary friends.Arbitrators should be aware of these facts.

Reconciliation and arbitration in the Quran

No good is there in much of their private conversation, except for those who enjoin charity or that which is right orconciliation between people. And whoever does that seekingmeans to the approval of Allah - then We are going to give him agreat reward.

Surat An-Nisaa 114

And if a woman fears from her husband contempt or evasion,there is no sin upon them if they make terms of settlementbetween them - and settlement is best. And present in [human]souls is stinginess. But if you do good and fear Allah - thenindeed Allah is ever, with what you do, Acquainted.

Surat An-Nisaa 128


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They ask you, [O Muhammad], about the bounties [of war]. Say,"The [decision concerning] bounties is for Allah and the

Messenger." So fear Allah and amend that which is between youand obey Allah and His Messenger, if you should be believers.

Surat-ul-Anfal 1

The believers are but brothers, so make settlement between yourbrothers. And fear Allah that you may receive mercy.

Surat-ul-Hujuraat 10

Conflict resolution in the sunnah

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Abu Darda narrated that the prophet said: Should I inform you of whatis more meritorious than (superogatory) solats and fasting andsadaqah? They said yes, he said resolving conflict between people;conflict between people is destruction.

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"Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Messenger (PBUH) said, "There is a(compulsory) Sadaqa (charity) to be given for every joint of the humanbody (as a sign of gratitude to Allah) every day the sun rises. To judge

justly between two persons is regarded as Sadaqa, and to help a manconcerning his riding animal by helping him to ride it or by lifting hisluggage on to it, is also regarded as Sadaqa, and (saying) a good wordis also Sadaqa, and every step taken on one's way to offer thecompulsory prayer (in the mosque) is also Sadaqa and to remove aharmful thing from the way is also Sadaqa.""

Source: Sahih Bukhari Book of Jihad no. 198

Qualities of a good arbitratorA good arbitrator will be ready to sacrifice: (1) His time (2) tolerateinsult on his honour and nobility

Reward for an arbitrator

Reward for every word uttered during the process of arbitration isequal to manumission of slave. Imam Al-Awzaai reports that one whoendevour to undertake the noble task of arbitration will be rewardedwith freedom from hell

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In Islam, all forms of lies or untrue information were condemned.Permission is conditionally granted in only few specific areas. Theinclusion of conflict resolution among these exceptions is a clear

indication of high importance that Islam attaches to the issue.Arbitrators were allowed some kind of diplomatic lies as anecessary tool to get the job done. This method is allowed onlyafter other ordinary means have been exhausted.

Pride and unwillingness to humble oneself plays an important

role in long discord between any two warring parties. Dependingon how severe the discord was, the arbitrator may move fromone end to the other and convey message and promises whichnever were. For example, an arbitrator may go to one partysaying: I have talked to your brother and he has ended thediscord, the final resolution to make peace now lies with you in

an attempt to secure some confidence in him and make himreconsider his stand.

" ." Narrated Um Kulthum bint `Uqba:

That she heard Allah's Messenger (SAW) saying, "He who makes peace between the people by inventing good information or sayinggood things, is not a liar."

(Sahih al-Bukhari 2692)

It will be too late after deathOne man was found weeping bitterly at the grave of his brother, he

was advised by the people to make dua for his brother instead. He


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informed them that he had deserted his brother due to some discordbetween them for more than ten years whilst he was alive until hedied. Now he is dead and there is no more opportunity to end the

conflict.

Lesson: The opportunity you have to end discord and conflict endswith death. Make peace now with all of your warring parties beforedeath approaches.

Peace preventers

Be aware of some forces and people who may come across your wayto increase you in pride and discourage your humbleness to makepeace and accept righteousness. The following verses of the Quranwere about Waleed bn Mugeerah.

10. And do not obey every worthless habitual swearer11. [And] scorner, going about with malicious gossip -12. A preventer of good, transgressing and sinful,13. Cruel, moreover, and an illegitimate pretender.

Surat Al-Qalam 10-13

Etiquettes for the arbitratorA good arbitrator must observe the following in the cause of hisarbitration

(1) Sincerity: It is especially important for an arbitrator to besincere. This is not only a determinant of reward but also asignificant internal force required to ensure a successful

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(2) Justice must be maintained: An arbitrator must be neutral, just and balanced. All forms of sentiments are not allowed.Both sides must be allowed to express themselves and present

their case by themselves. Any sense of foolishness that we mayperceive from the presentation of any party should not forceus to jump to conclusion and judge without proper procedure.

O you who have believed, be persistently standing firm for

Allah, witnesses in justice, and do not let the hatred of a people prevent you from being just. Be just; that is nearer to

righteousness. And fear Allah; indeed, Allah is acquainted withwhat you do.

Surat Al-Maidah 8

And if two factions among the believers should fight, then make settlementbetween the two. But if one of them oppresses the other, then fight againstthe one that oppresses until it returns to the ordinance of Allah. And if itreturns, then make settlement between them in justice and act justly. Indeed,

Allah loves those who act justly.


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(Surat Al-Hujuraat: 9)

(3) Based on the Shariah: After understudying the cause of

conflict, the knowledge of the Shariah peculiar to that case willbe required to successfully resolve the conflict. The arbitratormust understand the area of Islamic jurisprudence that canresolve the issue. He may seek help from scholars in the field ifhe i snt one.

(4) No hastiness: There is need to rush through reconciliation.(5) Find a suitable place and convenient time for both parties(6) Use soft words

Etiquettes for the warring partiesConflict will be easier to resolve if the warring parties maintain thefollowing etiquettes.

(1) They should welcome and appreciate the efforts of thearbitrator. This will give the arbitrators some sense ofacceptability.

(2) Fortify themselves with constant reminder of death.


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At-Tahzeeb: Arrogance and Pride

Arrogance

"Whoever has an atoms weight of arrogancein his/her heart will not enter paradise."

- Prophet Muhammad(Sahih Muslim no. 91)

PreambleArrogance is one of the most dangerous inner diseases of the heart.Those inner diseases reside in the hearts but their destructive effectsare reflected in the behavior and conduct of the affected person.Arrogance is capable of preventing his owner from entering paradise.

The heart can be filled with arrogance or can have only up to a smallato ms weight of arrogance.

Its rulingArrogance and people of arrogance were condemned in several pages

of the Quran as well as in the sunnah of the prophet. It is also a typeof shirk (associating partner with Allah) because the arrogant hasattributed his skills, abilities and achievements to himself and disbeliefin the original source of success from Allah. It is Haram (forbidden).

A condemned characterAllah will deal with anyone or people who demonstrate arrogance no

matter their status. The sahabah were of the highest quality and status


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among the believers. When some group among them demonstratedsome arrogance, Allah left them with their situation. This was and stillremains a clear warning and lesson to any believer that Allah does not

tolerate arrogance in the least bit.

Allah has already given you victory in many regions and [even] on theday of Hunayn, when your great number pleased you, but it did notavail you at all, and the earth was confining for you with its vastness;then you turned back, fleeing.

(Surat At-Tawbah: 25)

Either a believer or a disbeliever, any person or group whodemonstrates arrogance will suffer defeat and failure. The followingverse was about the Jews of Medina.

It is He who expelled the ones who disbelieved among the People of theScripture from their homes at the first gathering. You did not think they


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would leave, and they thought that their fortresses would protect them from Allah ; but [the decree of] Allah came upon them from where theyhad not expected, and He cast terror into their hearts [so] they

destroyed their houses by their [own] hands and the hands of thebelievers. So take warning, O people of vision .

(Surat-ul-Hashr: 2)

Some manifestations of arrogance1. Self-glorification: This is when man looks into his/her glorious

achievements in life then takes pride in them. This is

condemnable since all abilities materialize only by the Will ofAllah.

2. To look down on other people ( :( This is anextension of self-glorification to include looking down onothers and attributing every success to ones skills andabilities. This is worst type of arrogance.

3. Not accepting other peoples opinion: This is arrogant becauseit involves the person relying on the superiority of his intellectand considering his opinion infallible by rejecting otherpeoples contributions. Believers should be aware of this whenattending a meeting.

4. Boastfulness on the nobility of family lineage: No matter thenobility of ones family, it will be arrogant to take pride in it.Each person will be responsible for his personality.

Then is one to whom the evil of his deed has been made attractive sohe considers it good [like one rightly guided]? For indeed, Allah sends


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astray whom He wills and guides whom He wills. So do not let yourself perish over them in regret. Indeed, Allah is Knowing of what they do.

Surat Al-Faatir 8

Remedies1. Believe Allah as the ultimate source of all success.2. Look and reflect on giant creatures in nature to appreciate

how insignificant humans are if not honoured by Allah.

Pride

DefinitionIt is to rejoice i n ones righteousness and underestimate thedestruction contained in disobedience or to accept the deception ofshaytan that the righteous obligations one has fulfilled will be enoughto erase any disobedience.

A misplaced orderSome people have accepted the deception of shaytan and tried to

justify their pride with the following verse:

And establish prayer at the two ends of the day and at the approach ofthe night. Indeed, good deeds do away with misdeeds. That is areminder for those who remember.

Surat Hud 114

The flaw in this misinterpretation is a clear misplaced order.

Righteousness or good deeds that will erase misdeeds will come after


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the misdeed. Any good deeds that were planned ahead to neutralizeany misdeeds after it will be of no benefit. Furthermore, only minormisdeeds can be erased with good deeds.

Those who avoid the major sins and immoralities, only[committing]slight ones. Indeed, your Lord is vast in forgiveness. Hewas most knowing of you when He produced you from the earth andwhen you were fetuses in the wombs of your mothers. So do not claimyourselves to be pure; He is most knowing of who fears Him.

(Surah An-Najm: 32)

Victims of prideThe following groups should be aware that they are the first targets forshaytans arrow of pride.

1. Scholars2. Devoted worshippers3. Ascetics4. People with abundant wealth

Shaytan s delusions of ScholarsScholars of the religion should be wary of the pitfall of shaytan andseek Allahs assistance from falling into any of the following categories :

1. Those who rejoice in their high level and standard ofknowledge and their disposal of that knowledge to theirsatisfaction. They consider themselves in an esteemed position


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as placed by the people. They do not bother to implement theknowledge upon themselves.

2. Those who take pride in their large audience.

3. Those who consider their knowledge as being capable ofplacing them on an extra-ordinary level, therefore take theinjunctions of Allah with laxity. They satisfy themselves withthe reward in their teachings of guidance to others. They willnot observe the obligations of Allah as due.

Shaytans delusions of Worshippers

1. Those who forsake the obligatory and occupy themselves withnawafil (superogatory acts of worship)

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doing extra deeds besides what is obligatory) till I love him, so I becomehis sense of hearing with which he hears, and his sense of sight withwhich he sees, and his hand with which he grips, and his leg with which

he walks; and if he asks Me, I will give him, and if he asks My protection(Refuge), I will protect him; (i.e. give him My Refuge) and I do nothesitate to do anything as I hesitate to take the soul of the believer, forhe hates death, and I hate to disappoint him.""

Shayt ans delusion of the AsceticsThose whom shaytan has deluded to rejoice in denying themselves the

good things of this world with the belief that they are superior to everyother people who havent done same.

Shaytan s delusion on the wealthy onesThose who fall prey of this delusion will take pride in the addedadvantage they have from spending in the cause of Allah and choose toworship in less of the poor, considering the rewards from theirspending to cover up the rest.

ConclusionIbn Masu d was reported to have said: two things will destroy anyonewho possesses them: pessimism and pride.


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At-Tahreek: Ali& Fatimah (Their Struggles and death)

Ali (radiyallahu anhu)

PreambleThe struggle of Ali for Islam is evident in the story of how he embracedIslam, his sacrifice in the cause of Dawah and perseverance in the face

of confrontations in addition to his strong love for knowledge. Hisstruggle against anti-Islamic forces can be seen in his bravery andstrong hatred he had for the enemies of Islam.

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Ibn Ishaq recorded that Ali ibn Abi Talib came to the prophet afterKhadija had accepted Islam, he found them both observing solat, heasked: On what is this? Oh Muhammad. The prophet replied: Thereligion of Allah which He has chosen for Himself and sent Hismessengers with, so therefore, Im calling you to the belief and worshipof Allah and to disbelieve and forsake al-Laat and al-Uzzah (the twomain idols of Makkah). Ali replied: This is a matter which I have neverheard about before today, I will not decide until after I have informed

Abi Talib (my father). The prophet hated that he (Ali) should informothers about his secret matter before he was commanded to proclaimit, so he told him: if you will not accept then keep it secret. Ali spent thenight contemplating on the invitation until Allah made him appreciatethe message and accept it. In the morning he went to the prophet andasked: what is that that you have called me to? The prophet replied:that you testify that none is worthy of worship except Allah and todisbelieve in al-Laat and al- Uzzah and dont set up intermediariesbetween yourself and the worship of Allah. Ali accepted Islam and keptit secret from Abi Talib (his father).

Source: ( (3/4 by Ibn Kathir His struggles

He represented the prophet in Makkah when he left forHijrah: The prophet instructed him to stay behind and returnback the belongings of the Quraysh entrusted with him to theirrightful owners.

His perseverance with the confrontation of the Quraysh afterthe departure of the prophet: After the departure of theprophet to Madinah, the Quraysh enquired from Ali about the


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whereabouts of the prophet but he refused to give anyinformation on that, and was beaten up. This is one indicationof his loyalty to the prophet.

His endeavor on the Hijrah: Since he was charged to returnthe belongings to their rightful owners, he was among the lastto make the Hijrah. His solitary journey across the desert assrife with bad experiences.

Struggle on knowledge: His struggle on knowledge is evidentin his statement: There is no verse in the Quran except that Iknew when and why it was revealed.

His braveryHe participated in all battles except Tabuk because the prophetcharged him with the administration of Madinah

His deathHis death was by the hand of a khaariji who had developed somediscord against him from a battle he had fought against them.

Quote from AliAnyone who reads and understands the Q uran but end s up in hell issurely among those who took the verses of Allah as jokes

Fatimah bint rosulullahPreambleHer struggles and perseverance can be seen in her life with her fatherthroughout the mission of his messengership and her husband Ali ibnAbi Talib.


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During the days of boycottFatimah was still a youngster during the 3 years of boycott when theQuraysh had cut off trade and denied the early Muslim the right of

citizenship. Anyone who renounces his/her Islam will be exemptedfrom the boycott. Fatimah was among those who remained steadfaston faith and remained loyal with the religion of Islam. This is one clearindication of her internal resolution to struggle against falsehood untilthe truth was established.

Mother of her father

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mother of her father due to herrelentless care and struggle for the success of her fathers mission .

Perseverance with her husbandThe prophet married her to his cousin Ali ibn Abi Talib at the time offinancial hardship yet she persevered and managed with her husbandwith the little available. She struggled against any satanic internalforces and thoughts.

Her deathWhile the prophet was on his terminal illness, he called Fatimah andconfided two statements in her. The first statement caused her to cryand the second caused her to smile.

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Ive been informed that I will not recover from this illness .(2) You will be the first among my family to join me.

She died few months after the death of the prophet. May Allah bepleased with Ali and Fatimah.


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