WEBVTT 00:00:00.240 --> 00:00:08.990 A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah. 00:00:08.990 --> 00:00:11.990 The meaning of the divine Sunnah. 00:00:11.990 --> 00:00:14.730 The linguistic meaning of Sunnah. 00:00:14.730 --> 00:00:17.730 A path or a consistent, recurring habit. 00:00:17.730 --> 00:00:20.730 Whether it be good or evil. 00:00:20.730 --> 00:00:24.730 The Sunnah of Allah is the path and the consistent law. 00:00:24.730 --> 00:00:28.730 To which all creation is subject. 00:00:28.730 --> 00:00:32.729 It is the system and the law by which Allah, the Almighty, manages. 00:00:32.729 --> 00:00:34.729 His creation and His command. 00:00:34.729 --> 00:00:37.729 Through His knowledge, power, and wisdom. 00:00:37.729 --> 00:00:43.500 The Sunnahs of Allah and the linking of effects to their causes. 00:00:43.500 --> 00:00:49.299 The Sunnahs of Allah, the Exalted, are based on linking effects to their causes. 00:00:49.299 --> 00:00:52.299 And results to their antecedents. 00:00:52.299 --> 00:00:56.299 In a manner characterized by extreme precision, regularity, and consistency. 00:00:56.299 --> 00:01:01.299 Allah, the Glorified, is the Creator of both causes and effects. 00:01:01.299 --> 00:01:04.299 And of both antecedents and their results. 00:01:04.299 --> 00:01:08.329 Based on this, it is correct to say: 00:01:08.329 --> 00:01:12.329 That the greatest Sunnah of Allah is His Sunnah regarding causes. 00:01:12.329 --> 00:01:14.329 Any other Sunnahs besides this. 00:01:14.329 --> 00:01:18.329 Are essentially components of Allah’s Sunnah regarding causes. 00:01:18.329 --> 00:01:21.329 They are not independent Sunnahs. 00:01:21.329 --> 00:01:25.329 Rather, they are singled out by name. 00:01:25.329 --> 00:01:30.329 To highlight them and draw attention to their specific significance. 00:01:30.329 --> 00:01:35.579 The divine Sunnahs are of two types. 00:01:35.579 --> 00:01:39.579 The divine Sunnahs are divided into two major categories. 00:01:39.579 --> 00:01:41.579 First: 00:01:41.579 --> 00:01:45.579 The cosmic Sunnahs observed in the horizons and within the souls. 00:01:45.579 --> 00:01:51.579 And the precise, fixed, and consistent system to which they are subject by nature. 00:01:51.579 --> 00:01:56.579 Allah, the Exalted, has counted them among His visible and tangible signs. 00:01:56.579 --> 00:02:03.579 And has drawn attention to them so that one may reflect upon them to believe in Allah, the Creator, and His supreme attributes. 00:02:03.579 --> 00:02:05.579 Allah, the Exalted, says: 00:02:05.579 --> 00:02:10.580 ﴾Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alternation of the night and the day...﴿ 00:02:10.580 --> 00:02:15.580 “Lo! In the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the difference of night and day, and the ships which run upon the sea with that which is of use to men, and the water which Allah sendeth down from the sky, thereby reviving the earth after its death, and dispersing all kinds of beasts therein, and (in) the ordinance of the winds, and the clouds obedient between heaven and earth: are signs (of Allah's Sovereignty) for people who have sense.” (2:164) 00:02:15.580 --> 00:02:22.580 “Lo! In the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the difference of night and day, and the ships which run upon the sea with that which is of use to men, and the water which Allah sendeth down from the sky, thereby reviving the earth after its death, and dispersing all kinds of beasts therein, and (in) the ordinance of the winds, and the clouds obedient between heaven and earth: are signs (of Allah's Sovereignty) for people who have sense.” (2:164) 00:02:22.580 --> 00:02:26.580 ﴾...and dispersed therein from every [kind of] moving creature...﴿ 00:02:26.580 --> 00:02:35.580 “Lo! In the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the difference of night and day, and the ships which run upon the sea with that which is of use to men, and the water which Allah sendeth down from the sky, thereby reviving the earth after its death, and dispersing all kinds of beasts therein, and (in) the ordinance of the winds, and the clouds obedient between heaven and earth: are signs (of Allah's Sovereignty) for people who have sense.” (2:164) 00:02:35.580 --> 00:02:39.740 These Sunnahs are accessible to everyone. 00:02:39.740 --> 00:02:42.740 Both the Muslim and the disbeliever perceive them. 00:02:42.740 --> 00:02:46.740 Whoever is more diligent, active, and inquisitive regarding them. 00:02:46.740 --> 00:02:52.740 Is the one who understands them better and has a more comprehensive grasp of their aspects and details. 00:02:52.740 --> 00:02:55.740 This knowledge is common to all. 00:02:55.740 --> 00:02:58.740 Muslims do not possess an exclusive claim to any part of it. 00:02:58.740 --> 00:03:02.740 In fact, disbelievers may be more perceptive of it. 00:03:02.740 --> 00:03:06.740 As indicated by the words of Allah, the Exalted: 00:03:06.740 --> 00:03:14.740 “We shall show them Our portents on the horizons and within themselves until it will be manifest unto them that it is the Truth. Doth not thy Lord suffice, since He is Witness over all things?” (41:53) 00:03:14.740 --> 00:03:18.740 Where the pronoun in His saying "We will show them" refers. 00:03:18.740 --> 00:03:21.740 To the disbelievers mentioned in the preceding verse. 00:03:21.740 --> 00:03:31.740 “Bethink you: If it is from Allah and ye reject it - Who is further astray than one who is at open feud (with Allah)?” (41:52) 00:03:31.740 --> 00:03:35.740 Even though Muslims are more entitled to grasp these Sunnahs. 00:03:35.740 --> 00:03:38.740 And to lead in the fields of science related to them. 00:03:38.740 --> 00:03:43.740 From astronomy, medicine, and engineering, to other disciplines. 00:03:43.740 --> 00:03:48.740 This is for the sake of leading the world by virtue of Allah’s appointment of them as successors on earth. 00:03:48.740 --> 00:03:51.740 And entrusting them with the burden of responsibility. 00:03:51.740 --> 00:03:55.740 And directing humanity toward the worship of Allah alone. 00:03:55.740 --> 00:03:58.960 According to the comprehensive concept of worship. 00:03:58.960 --> 00:04:02.960 Second: The social Sunnahs. 00:04:02.960 --> 00:04:05.960 These are the ones Allah has ordained to govern human life. 00:04:05.960 --> 00:04:09.960 And through which Allah manages their affairs and conditions. 00:04:09.960 --> 00:04:13.960 Such as the Sunnahs of happiness and misery, ease and hardship. 00:04:13.960 --> 00:04:17.959 Guidance and misguidance, victory and defeat. 00:04:17.959 --> 00:04:21.629 And so on. 00:04:21.629 --> 00:04:27.629 Knowing the causes of cosmic phenomena does not negate the purpose behind their occurrence. 00:04:27.629 --> 00:04:33.139 It is not inherently objectionable to research the causes of natural phenomena. 00:04:33.139 --> 00:04:37.139 Such as solar and lunar eclipses, earthquakes, and volcanoes. 00:04:37.139 --> 00:04:41.139 Floods, storms, and the like. 00:04:41.139 --> 00:04:44.139 However, what is objectionable and forbidden. 00:04:44.139 --> 00:04:48.139 Is to limit oneself to a materialist interpretation of these phenomena. 00:04:48.139 --> 00:04:51.139 Under the pretext of linking effects to their causes. 00:04:51.139 --> 00:04:55.139 While forgetting that Allah, the Exalted, is the Manager of all affairs. 00:04:55.139 --> 00:04:58.139 And the Creator of causes and their effects. 00:04:58.139 --> 00:05:02.139 And denying that Allah uses His cosmic signs to strike fear into His servants. 00:05:02.139 --> 00:05:05.139 Allah, the Almighty, says: 00:05:05.139 --> 00:05:08.139 “Naught hindereth Us from sending portents save that the folk of old denied them. And We gave Thamud the she-camel - a clear portent save to warn.” (17:59) 00:05:08.139 --> 00:05:10.139 And He says: 00:05:10.139 --> 00:05:14.139 “If only, when Our disaster came on them, they had been humble! But their hearts were hardened and the devil made all that they used to do seem fair unto them!” (6:43) 00:05:14.139 --> 00:05:21.139 “If only, when Our disaster came on them, they had been humble! But their hearts were hardened and the devil made all that they used to do seem fair unto them!” (6:43) 00:05:21.139 --> 00:05:24.139 And the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: 00:05:24.139 --> 00:05:29.139 "The sun and the moon do not eclipse because of the death or life of anyone. 00:05:29.139 --> 00:05:32.139 Rather, they are among the signs of Allah. 00:05:32.139 --> 00:05:35.139 By them, Allah strikes fear into His servants. 00:05:35.139 --> 00:05:37.139 So when you see an eclipse. 00:05:37.139 --> 00:05:40.139 Then remember Allah until it clears." 00:05:40.139 --> 00:05:42.139 Agreed upon. 00:05:42.139 --> 00:05:46.209 It is said to those who explain the occurrence of a solar eclipse. 00:05:46.209 --> 00:05:49.209 By the moon passing between it and the earth. 00:05:49.209 --> 00:05:53.209 Thereby blocking its light from the earth, causing the eclipse. 00:05:53.209 --> 00:05:56.209 And likewise the explanation for a lunar eclipse. 00:05:57.209 --> 00:05:59.209 By it falling into the shadow of the earth. 00:05:59.209 --> 00:06:03.209 So the sun's rays do not reflect upon it, and it is not seen. 00:06:03.209 --> 00:06:05.209 It is said to these people: 00:06:05.209 --> 00:06:07.209 Your speech is correct. 00:06:07.209 --> 00:06:11.209 And it contains an explanation of the cause for the occurrence of eclipses. 00:06:11.209 --> 00:06:15.209 But who created this cause? 00:06:15.209 --> 00:06:18.209 And why does it not occur constantly and regularly? 00:06:18.209 --> 00:06:20.209 Rather, its occurrence is rare. 00:06:20.209 --> 00:06:23.209 And happens at long intervals. 00:06:23.209 --> 00:06:25.209 The answer to that is: 00:06:25.209 --> 00:06:28.209 That they are two signs from the signs of Allah. 00:06:28.209 --> 00:06:30.209 He creates their causes. 00:06:30.209 --> 00:06:34.209 And brings them about by His knowledge and wisdom whenever He wills. 00:06:34.209 --> 00:06:38.300 As a warning to His servants, and as a lesson and admonition. 00:06:38.300 --> 00:06:42.300 When Allah, the Almighty, destroyed the people of 'Ad with the cold wind. 00:06:42.300 --> 00:06:45.300 He created its cause during the winter. 00:06:45.300 --> 00:06:48.300 So that it would be intensely cold and destructive. 00:06:48.300 --> 00:06:50.300 And He informed His Prophet Hud (peace be upon him). 00:06:50.300 --> 00:06:54.300 To warn his people of the impending punishment upon them. 00:06:54.300 --> 00:06:57.300 The definitive word on this matter is: 00:06:57.300 --> 00:07:00.300 That natural phenomena occur through causes. 00:07:00.300 --> 00:07:03.300 Which Allah, the Exalted, created and brought into existence. 00:07:03.300 --> 00:07:06.300 According to His wisdom and management. 00:07:06.300 --> 00:07:09.300 And He placed within them signs, lessons, and admonitions. 00:07:09.300 --> 00:07:12.300 For a people who believe. 00:07:12.300 --> 00:07:16.069 The constancy and consistency of the Sunnahs. 00:07:16.069 --> 00:07:20.160 Both the cosmic Sunnahs. 00:07:20.160 --> 00:07:23.160 And the social Sunnahs share in constancy and consistency. 00:07:23.160 --> 00:07:26.160 In terms of their origin and general nature. 00:07:26.160 --> 00:07:29.160 However, they differ in the following: 00:07:29.160 --> 00:07:32.160 First: The social Sunnahs. 00:07:32.160 --> 00:07:35.160 Are consistent at all times. 00:07:35.160 --> 00:07:38.160 They do not change or fail. 00:07:38.160 --> 00:07:41.160 Once their conditions are met and their impediments are removed. 00:07:41.160 --> 00:07:44.160 These are the ones Allah spoke of: 00:07:44.160 --> 00:07:47.160 “(Such was Our) method in the case of those whom We sent before thee (to mankind), and thou wilt not find for Our method aught of power to change.” (17:77) 00:07:47.160 --> 00:07:50.160 As for the cosmic Sunnahs. 00:07:50.160 --> 00:07:53.160 They are not interrupted except by the permission of Allah, the Exalted. 00:07:53.160 --> 00:07:56.160 Whether by way of a miracle or a sign. 00:07:56.160 --> 00:07:59.160 Just as Allah suspended the Sunnah of burning for fire. 00:07:59.160 --> 00:08:02.160 For the sake of His Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him). 00:08:02.160 --> 00:08:05.160 Allah, the Exalted, said: 00:08:05.160 --> 00:08:08.160 “We said: O fire, be coolness and peace for Abraham,” (21:69) 00:08:08.160 --> 00:08:11.160 Or by way of a karamah (miracle of a saint). 00:08:11.160 --> 00:08:14.160 For the allies of Allah. 00:08:14.160 --> 00:08:17.160 Just as Allah provided sustenance for Maryam (peace be upon her). 00:08:18.160 --> 00:08:21.160 Allah, the Exalted, said: 00:08:21.160 --> 00:08:24.160 “And her Lord accepted her with full acceptance and vouchsafed to her a goodly growth; and made Zachariah her guardian. Whenever Zachariah went into the sanctuary where she was, he found that she had food. He said: O Mary! Whence cometh unto thee this (food)? She answered: It is from Allah. Allah giveth without stint to whom He will.” (3:37) 00:08:24.160 --> 00:08:27.160 He found with her provision. 00:08:27.160 --> 00:08:30.160 He said, "O Maryam, from where is this [coming] to you?" 00:08:30.160 --> 00:08:33.159 “And her Lord accepted her with full acceptance and vouchsafed to her a goodly growth; and made Zachariah her guardian. Whenever Zachariah went into the sanctuary where she was, he found that she had food. He said: O Mary! Whence cometh unto thee this (food)? She answered: It is from Allah. Allah giveth without stint to whom He will.” (3:37) 00:08:33.159 --> 00:08:36.159 “And her Lord accepted her with full acceptance and vouchsafed to her a goodly growth; and made Zachariah her guardian. Whenever Zachariah went into the sanctuary where she was, he found that she had food. He said: O Mary! Whence cometh unto thee this (food)? She answered: It is from Allah. Allah giveth without stint to whom He will.” (3:37) 00:08:36.159 --> 00:08:39.159 Or even by way of trial and testing. 00:08:39.159 --> 00:08:42.159 As will happen at the hands of the Dajjal. 00:08:42.159 --> 00:08:45.289 At the end of time. 00:08:45.289 --> 00:08:48.289 Second: 00:08:48.289 --> 00:08:51.289 The cosmic Sunnahs are clear, evident, and precise. 00:08:51.289 --> 00:08:54.289 It is easy to identify them. 00:08:54.289 --> 00:08:57.289 Such as knowing that fire burns. 00:08:57.289 --> 00:09:00.289 And that gravity pulls objects from above to below. 00:09:00.289 --> 00:09:03.289 And so on. 00:09:03.289 --> 00:09:06.289 Whereas the social Sunnahs are not easily measured. 00:09:06.289 --> 00:09:09.289 And they are hidden from many people. 00:09:09.289 --> 00:09:12.289 Especially those who do not believe in the Qur'an. 00:09:12.289 --> 00:09:15.289 They do not believe in the management of Allah, the Almighty. 00:09:15.289 --> 00:09:18.289 Of affairs. 00:09:18.289 --> 00:09:21.289 According to His knowledge, will, and wisdom. 00:09:21.289 --> 00:09:24.289 They are only perceived through contemplation and reflection. 00:09:24.289 --> 00:09:27.289 On the recited signs of Allah. 00:09:27.289 --> 00:09:30.289 And by measuring the conditions of people against them. 00:09:30.289 --> 00:09:33.289 To realize how His Sunnah, the Glorified, has been fulfilled. 00:09:33.289 --> 00:09:37.379 Regarding His allies and His enemies. 00:09:37.379 --> 00:09:40.379 When is a Qur'anic verse considered a Sunnah? 00:09:40.379 --> 00:09:44.179 There are methods and tools. 00:09:44.179 --> 00:09:47.179 By which the indication of some Qur'anic verses is known. 00:09:47.179 --> 00:09:50.179 That the matter mentioned therein. 00:09:50.179 --> 00:09:53.179 Is one of the Sunnahs of Allah. 00:09:53.179 --> 00:09:56.179 Among these, first: 00:09:56.179 --> 00:09:59.179 That it is explicitly stated in the verse itself or immediately following it. 00:09:59.179 --> 00:10:02.179 That the matter mentioned is one of the Sunnahs of Allah. 00:10:02.179 --> 00:10:05.179 Such as His saying, the Exalted: 00:10:05.179 --> 00:10:08.179 “It is the law of Allah which hath taken course aforetime. Thou wilt not find for the law of Allah aught of power to change.” (48:23) 00:10:08.179 --> 00:10:11.179 "...and you will not find in the Sunnah of Allah any change." 00:10:11.179 --> 00:10:14.299 Second: 00:10:14.299 --> 00:10:17.299 That the mentioned Sunnah is introduced with the word. 00:10:17.299 --> 00:10:20.299 "Likewise," as in His saying, the Exalted: 00:10:20.299 --> 00:10:23.299 “And thus have We made in every city great ones of its wicked ones, that they should plot therein. They do but plot against themselves, though they perceive not.” (6:123) 00:10:23.299 --> 00:10:26.299 “And thus have We made in every city great ones of its wicked ones, that they should plot therein. They do but plot against themselves, though they perceive not.” (6:123) 00:10:26.299 --> 00:10:29.299 Or the verse contains the expression. 00:10:29.299 --> 00:10:32.299 "The words of Allah" or "Our word." 00:10:32.299 --> 00:10:35.299 Such as the saying of Allah, the Exalted: 00:10:35.299 --> 00:10:38.299 "Messengers were already denied before you..." 00:10:38.299 --> 00:10:41.299 “Messengers indeed have been denied before thee, and they were patient under the denial and the persecution till Our succour reached them. There is none to alter the decisions of Allah. Already there hath reached thee (somewhat) of the tidings of the messengers (We sent before).” (6:34) 00:10:41.299 --> 00:10:44.299 "...until Our victory came to them." 00:10:44.299 --> 00:10:47.299 “Messengers indeed have been denied before thee, and they were patient under the denial and the persecution till Our succour reached them. There is none to alter the decisions of Allah. Already there hath reached thee (somewhat) of the tidings of the messengers (We sent before).” (6:34) 00:10:47.299 --> 00:10:50.299 “Messengers indeed have been denied before thee, and they were patient under the denial and the persecution till Our succour reached them. There is none to alter the decisions of Allah. Already there hath reached thee (somewhat) of the tidings of the messengers (We sent before).” (6:34) 00:10:50.299 --> 00:10:53.299 And His saying, the Exalted: 00:10:53.299 --> 00:10:56.299 “And verily Our word went forth of old unto Our bondmen sent (to warn)” (37:171) 00:10:56.299 --> 00:10:59.299 "...indeed, it is they who will be the victors." 00:10:59.299 --> 00:11:02.299 “And that Our host, they verily would be the victors.” (37:173) 00:11:03.529 --> 00:11:06.529 Third: That the verse is presented. 00:11:06.529 --> 00:11:09.529 In the form of a general description and an absolute law. 00:11:09.529 --> 00:11:12.529 As in the saying of Allah, the Exalted: 00:11:12.529 --> 00:11:15.529 “For him are angels ranged before him and behind him, who guard him by Allah's command. Lo! Allah changeth not the condition of a folk until they (first) change that which is in their hearts; and if Allah willeth misfortune for a folk there is none that can repel it, nor have they a defender beside Him.” (13:11) 00:11:15.529 --> 00:11:18.529 "...until they change what is in themselves." 00:11:18.529 --> 00:11:22.419 The benefits of knowing the Sunnahs of Allah. 00:11:22.419 --> 00:11:26.740 Knowing the divine Sunnahs. 00:11:26.740 --> 00:11:29.740 Is part of knowing the religion. 00:11:29.740 --> 00:11:32.740 And it is a legal necessity. 00:11:33.740 --> 00:11:36.740 For His Lordship and His wisdom. 00:11:36.740 --> 00:11:39.740 And His knowledge, management, and scales. 00:11:39.740 --> 00:11:42.740 It also contributes to the tranquility of the heart. 00:11:42.740 --> 00:11:45.740 And its peace and steadfastness. 00:11:45.740 --> 00:11:48.740 Due to one's knowledge of the course of events. 00:11:48.740 --> 00:11:51.740 According to the Sunnahs of Allah and His wisdom. 00:11:51.740 --> 00:11:54.740 These two matters are the most important. 00:11:54.740 --> 00:11:57.860 Benefits of knowing the divine Sunnahs. 00:11:57.860 --> 00:12:00.860 Added to this: 00:12:01.860 --> 00:12:04.860 It enables a person to deal. 00:12:04.860 --> 00:12:07.860 With the reality around him. 00:12:07.860 --> 00:12:10.860 And to harness it for his benefit and well-being in this world. 00:12:10.860 --> 00:12:14.059 And his bliss in the Hereafter. 00:12:20.059 --> 00:12:23.059 It is useful in understanding the lived reality. 00:12:23.059 --> 00:12:26.059 And anticipating the future. 00:12:26.059 --> 00:12:29.059 And realizing results in light of their antecedents. 00:12:29.059 --> 00:12:32.059 It also benefits callers and reformers. 00:12:32.059 --> 00:12:35.120 In knowing the correct methodology for change. 00:12:35.120 --> 00:12:38.120 And since change in social phenomena. 00:12:38.120 --> 00:12:41.120 Is often slow and gradual. 00:12:41.120 --> 00:12:44.120 And human life is short. 00:12:44.120 --> 00:12:47.120 When compared to the lifespan of civilizations. 00:12:47.120 --> 00:12:50.120 Where a person might live through the antecedents of change. 00:12:50.120 --> 00:12:53.120 And not witness its realization. 00:12:53.120 --> 00:12:56.120 Or living through the consequences without having experienced the preceding causes. 00:12:56.120 --> 00:12:59.120 For knowledge of the divine laws (Sunan) 00:12:59.120 --> 00:13:02.120 serves as a bridge and a connection 00:13:02.120 --> 00:13:05.179 between the past, the present, and the future. 00:13:05.179 --> 00:13:08.179 Thirdly, knowledge of social laws 00:13:08.179 --> 00:13:11.179 is useful for understanding history in its true light, 00:13:11.179 --> 00:13:14.179 and for interpreting its events correctly 00:13:14.179 --> 00:13:17.179 in accordance with these laws, 00:13:17.179 --> 00:13:20.179 which helps in passing judgment on these historical occurrences 00:13:20.179 --> 00:13:23.179 in a sound and accurate manner. 00:13:24.179 --> 00:13:27.179 It also involves knowing the factors behind the building of nations and their security, 00:13:27.179 --> 00:13:30.179 as well as the factors behind their collapse and destruction. 00:13:30.179 --> 00:13:33.179 Allah the Almighty said: 00:13:33.179 --> 00:13:36.179 “Systems have passed away before you. Do but travel in the land and see the nature of the consequence for those who did deny (the messengers).” (3:137) 00:13:36.179 --> 00:13:39.179 "So travel through the earth and observe how was 00:13:39.179 --> 00:13:42.179 the end of those who denied [the truth]." 00:13:42.179 --> 00:13:46.179 It is necessary to pay attention to knowing both types 00:13:46.179 --> 00:13:50.100 of divine laws. 00:13:50.100 --> 00:13:53.100 Since both the cosmic laws 00:13:53.100 --> 00:13:56.100 and the social laws are among the divine laws, 00:13:56.100 --> 00:13:59.100 a person should employ 00:13:59.100 --> 00:14:02.100 their intellect and contemplation on both of them, 00:14:02.100 --> 00:14:05.100 so as to remain in constant connection with Allah. 00:14:05.100 --> 00:14:08.100 However, what happens, unfortunately, 00:14:08.100 --> 00:14:11.100 is the opposite; the Muslim community 00:14:11.100 --> 00:14:14.100 has neglected to observe the cosmic laws, 00:14:14.100 --> 00:14:17.100 and while some may have held on to studying the 00:14:17.100 --> 00:14:20.100 social laws, 00:14:20.100 --> 00:14:23.100 they often neglected to observe them as well. 00:14:23.100 --> 00:14:26.100 Consequently, the Muslim community has lagged behind 00:14:26.100 --> 00:14:29.100 significantly and fallen under the control 00:14:29.100 --> 00:14:32.100 of the disbelieving Western society, 00:14:32.100 --> 00:14:35.100 and has even changed in its social behavior, 00:14:35.100 --> 00:14:38.100 leading to its collapse and the loss of its global leadership, 00:14:38.100 --> 00:14:41.100 as its ideals and values were lost. 00:14:41.100 --> 00:14:44.139 Based on that, 00:14:44.139 --> 00:14:47.139 the Western society progressed in [cosmic laws], 00:14:48.139 --> 00:14:51.139 and through that, it achieved 00:14:51.139 --> 00:14:54.139 significant material progress, 00:14:54.139 --> 00:14:57.139 and its material civilization flourished greatly. 00:14:57.139 --> 00:15:00.139 But it neglected the social laws, 00:15:00.139 --> 00:15:03.139 their study, and acting according to their requirements 00:15:03.139 --> 00:15:06.139 in many matters, 00:15:06.139 --> 00:15:09.139 so it collapsed morally and became afflicted 00:15:09.139 --> 00:15:12.139 with turmoil, anxiety, and confusion, 00:15:12.139 --> 00:15:15.139 and psychological and neurological diseases became widespread within it, 00:15:15.139 --> 00:15:18.139 which portends the collapse of their civilization as well. 00:15:18.139 --> 00:15:21.809 A summary of the concepts of the People of the Sunnah.