A deliberate alteration of faith does not create a sect of Islam, it creates a distinct faith which the followers may claim to be a sect of Islam. If we divide ourselves, it is due either to some worldly difference between us or a difference in faith (as mentioned, neither is justifiable). In the example given, the sinners are those people who claim loyalty to ANY so-called sect of Islam.Ī Muslim is defined as one who follows the religion of Allah, Al-Islam. Bowing the knee is a phrase used to describe the position of the wrongdoers on the Day of Judgment. It is obvious that sinners are being described. The Day that the Hour of Judgment is established, that day will the dealers in falsehood perish, and thou will see EVERY sect bowing the knee, every sect will be called to its record: This day shall ye be recompensed for all that ye did. So you be the judge: What do you think is in store for those people just described? Verses 27-28 of surah #45 of the Quran make this comparison too, but they also stress that on the Day of Judgment, followers of all sects will be in the same category. They are reserved especially for the sinners those sinners who will be punished. These endings are never mentioned for those people who will enter Paradise. It is interesting to note that when Quran refers to those who will inhabit the jahannam, Allah often mentions that they will see the truth of all that they did or that they will receive just treatment for all that they used to do. This point is mentioned in verse 159 of surah #6:Īs for those who divide their religion and break up into sects, thou hast NO PART IN THEM IN THE LEAST, their affair is with Allah, He will in the end tell them the truth of all that they did. As Muslims, we are prohibited even from involvement with people who restrict themselves to a so-called subdivision of Islam. Allah has declared that sectarianism is Haram. Nowhere in the Quran is there any mention of sunni, sheea, or ismaeli, and so we must make these terms alien to our vocabulary! An honest study of the Quran easily reveals these innovations (which I will not mention for the time being, due to time constraints). Later, innovations in religion lead to religious differences. A study of the history of these sects reveals that they were created PURELY by political disagreements.
Who are we to cut up Allahs deen into little pieces, especially when Allah has forbidden us to do so? This is a crime committed by nearly 1 billion Muslims. These are all artificial divisions which have absolutely nothing to do with Allahs revealed deen. The most shameful division among Muslims is that of denomination the major ones being sunni, sheea, and ismaeli. Given that, there is no reason why any two Muslims should not practice Islam the same way, the way Allah has instructed. The ayah also tells us that the Quran contains very clear guidance. This example illustrates how Islam was, and should still be, a uniting force between Muslims despite any superficial differences which may exist between us. The ayah refers to how the Meccans and Medinians were united by the grace of Allah. Thus, Allah maketh clear His revelations unto you that haply you may be guided. And remember Allah's favour unto you: how you were enemies and He made friendship between your hearts so that you became brothers by His grace: and how you were upon the brink of an abyss fire, and He did save you from it. How can we convince anyone of this if we cannot even be united amongst ourselves! We are making a mockery of ourselves to non-muslims by refusing to follow the simple instructions of our own holy book! Allah's disapproval of disunity among Muslims is evident in verse 103 of surat Al-Imran:Īnd hold fast, all of you, to the rope of Allah, and do not separate. The Quran is the book of guidance for ALL OF mankind.
As mentioned, religious disagreements between the so-called sects of Islam can be resolved by turning to the Quran, not by segregation. Islam, being a flexible religion, allows for a variety of opinions and customs, as long as they do not contradict the religion. "And be not like those who are divided amongst themselves and fall into disputations after receiving clear signs: for them is a dreadful punishment in store". Allah warns us, in verse 105 of surah #3 not to allow ourselves to dissociate. We have divided the Ummah which our nabi (SAWS) tried so hard to keep together. The prophet (SAWS), in his final speech to the whole Ummah, said that between Muslims, there are no races or tribes. A good Muslim is one who is without denomination, faction, or any other special loyalty.
0 kommentar(er)
