Callers to Allah: Ibraheem and Nuh (`alayhim as-salam)
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Subject: dawah
Title: Callers to Allah: Ibraheem and Nuh (`alayhim as-salam)
Created on: Wed Jan 09 15:33:19 -0500 2008
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Abstract: ... orderly conduct of living, the manner of morals, and principles of behavior and ethics cannot be implemented and firmly upheld except if the `aqeedah (creed) connects the spirt with the body. Indeed, Ibraheem `alayhis salam was atthe peak of his youth when Allaah subhanahu wa ta`ala gave him maturity and adulthood, as he denouned the worshipping of idols by destroying them. Thus, he observed with his mind and heart, and with consciousness and wisdom to their gods (idols); he ridiculed and mocked them, and finally broke them up into little pieces. Not only that, but he also ridiculed the mentality of the people, and opposed them, saying (what means), "Fie upon you, and upon that which you worship besides Allaah! Have you then no nsense?" (Al-Anbiyaa’ 21:67) Thereafter, they were overtaken by pride which lead them to offense, just as it always does the tyrna oppresonrs and the powerless alike, when they have no proof. So, they resort to outrageous, tyrannical force, and severe punishment, as they said, "Burn him! (Ibraheem), and give victory to your gods, if you will do so." (Al-`Anbiyaa’ 21:68) But, the mercy of Allaah subhanahu wa ta`ala and His help for those who call others to Him, totally voided their sayings and nullified their plan (to throw Ibraheem into a blazing fire). Allaah subhanahu wa ta`ala says (what means): "We (Allah) said: ‘O fire! Be coolness and safety for Ibraheem’. (Al-Anbiyaa’ 21:69) So, take a good look at "the father of prophets". He suffered, but was patient; and was gifted, so in return he was thankful; hence the generous end (of this conflict) was befitting to him, and for his "sabrun jameel" (graceful patience). From his progeny, the best of nations were sent out to the people, guding with the Command of Allaah, and establishing Allaah’s legislature upon guidance and light. So, similar action must be displayed by the people of da`wah; to be patient in the face of rejection, and in suffering for its sake. And by all means must they hold steadfast to the haqq (truth), whatever the price or sacrifice may be. Allaah subhanahu wa ta`ala says (what means): And indeed We bestowed aforetime on Ibrâhim (Abraham) his (portion of) guidance, and We were Well-Acquainted with him (as to his Belief in the Oneness of Allâh, etc.). When he said to his father and his people: "What are these images, to which you are devoted?" They said:"We found our fathers worshipping them." He said: "Indeed you and your fathers have been in manifest error." They said: "Have you brought us the truth, or are you one of those who play about?" He said: "Nay, your Lord is the Lord of the heavens and the earth, Who created them and of that I am one of the witnesses. "And by Allâh, I shall plot a plan (to destroy) your idols after you have gone away and turned your backs." So he broke them to pieces, (all) except the biggest of them, that they might turn to it. They said: "Who has done this to our âliha (gods)? He must indeed be one of the wrong-doers." They said: "We heard a young man talking (against) them who is called Ibrâhim (Abraham)." They said: "Then bring him before the eyes of the people, that they may testify." They said: "Are you the one who has done this to our gods, O Ibrâhim (Abraham)?" [Ibrâhim (Abraham)] said: "Nay, this one, the biggest of them (idols) did it. Ask them, if they can speak!"[] So they turned to themselves and said: "Verily, you are the Zâlimûn (polytheists and wrong-doers)." Then they turned to themselves (their ... [Full Article...]
