1 00:00:00,240 --> 00:00:08,669 A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah. 2 00:00:08,669 --> 00:00:10,669 The terminology of victory (nasr). 3 00:00:10,669 --> 00:00:15,310 The term 'victory' appears in the Qur'an with multiple meanings. 4 00:00:15,310 --> 00:00:20,309 These are variations of diversity, not variations of contradiction. 5 00:00:20,309 --> 00:00:22,309 Among these meanings are: 6 00:00:22,309 --> 00:00:25,309 First: relief or a way out. 7 00:00:26,309 --> 00:00:30,309 "Or do you think that you will enter Paradise..." 8 00:00:30,309 --> 00:00:35,310 "...while there has not yet come to you the like of what came to those who passed on before you?" 9 00:00:35,310 --> 00:00:38,310 "They were touched by poverty and hardship..." 10 00:00:38,310 --> 00:00:43,310 “Or think ye that ye will enter paradise while yet there hath not come unto you the like of (that which came to) those who passed away before you? Affliction and adversity befell them, they were shaken as with earthquake, till the messenger (of Allah) and those who believed along with him said: When cometh Allah's help? Now surely Allah's help is nigh.” (2:214) 11 00:00:43,310 --> 00:00:45,310 "...'When is the help of Allah?'" 12 00:00:45,310 --> 00:00:48,310 “Or think ye that ye will enter paradise while yet there hath not come unto you the like of (that which came to) those who passed away before you? Affliction and adversity befell them, they were shaken as with earthquake, till the messenger (of Allah) and those who believed along with him said: When cometh Allah's help? Now surely Allah's help is nigh.” (2:214) 13 00:00:48,310 --> 00:00:52,380 Second: overcoming and prevailing. 14 00:00:52,380 --> 00:00:54,380 Allah the Exalted says: 15 00:00:54,380 --> 00:00:59,380 "...and victory is not except from Allah, the Exalted in Might, the Wise." 16 00:00:59,380 --> 00:01:01,380 And He the Exalted says: 17 00:01:01,380 --> 00:01:05,379 “And verily Our word went forth of old unto Our bondmen sent (to warn)” (37:171) 18 00:01:05,379 --> 00:01:08,379 "...indeed, they are the ones who will be victorious." 19 00:01:08,379 --> 00:01:10,469 Third: 20 00:01:10,469 --> 00:01:15,469 Supporting the Messenger, peace be upon him, and his followers against his enemies. 21 00:01:15,469 --> 00:01:19,469 “Those who follow the messenger, the Prophet who can neither read nor write, whom they will find described in the Torah and the Gospel (which are) with them. He will enjoin on them that which is right and forbid them that which is wrong. He will make lawful for them all good things and prohibit for them only the foul; and he will relieve them of their burden and the fetters that they used to wear. Then those who believe in him, and honour him, and help him, and follow the light which is sent down with him: they are the successful.” (7:157) 22 00:01:19,469 --> 00:01:22,469 “Those who follow the messenger, the Prophet who can neither read nor write, whom they will find described in the Torah and the Gospel (which are) with them. He will enjoin on them that which is right and forbid them that which is wrong. He will make lawful for them all good things and prohibit for them only the foul; and he will relieve them of their burden and the fetters that they used to wear. Then those who believe in him, and honour him, and help him, and follow the light which is sent down with him: they are the successful.” (7:157) 23 00:01:22,469 --> 00:01:25,469 "...it is those who are the successful." 24 00:01:25,469 --> 00:01:27,540 Fourth: 25 00:01:27,540 --> 00:01:29,540 Salvation from the punishment of Allah. 26 00:01:29,540 --> 00:01:31,540 Allah the Exalted says: 27 00:01:31,540 --> 00:01:36,540 "'Then who would help me against Allah if I disobeyed Him?'" 28 00:01:36,540 --> 00:01:38,569 Fifth: 29 00:01:38,569 --> 00:01:40,569 Supporting the oppressed. 30 00:01:40,569 --> 00:01:41,569 He the Glorified says: 31 00:01:41,569 --> 00:01:46,569 "And do not kill the soul which Allah has forbidden, except by right." 32 00:01:46,569 --> 00:01:51,569 “And slay not the life which Allah hath forbidden save with right. Whoso is slain wrongfully, We have given power unto his heir, but let him not commit excess in slaying. Lo! he will be helped.” (17:33) 33 00:01:51,569 --> 00:01:54,569 “And slay not the life which Allah hath forbidden save with right. Whoso is slain wrongfully, We have given power unto his heir, but let him not commit excess in slaying. Lo! he will be helped.” (17:33) 34 00:01:54,569 --> 00:01:57,569 "...indeed, he has been supported." 35 00:01:57,569 --> 00:01:59,599 Sixth: 36 00:01:59,599 --> 00:02:01,599 Victory over the disbelievers. 37 00:02:01,599 --> 00:02:03,599 Allah the Exalted says: 38 00:02:03,599 --> 00:02:08,599 “And delivered him from the people who denied Our revelations. Lo! they were folk of evil, therefor did We drown them all.” (21:77) 39 00:02:08,599 --> 00:02:10,699 Seventh: 40 00:02:10,699 --> 00:02:14,699 Allah honoring His servants and their striving in His cause. 41 00:02:14,699 --> 00:02:16,699 Allah the Exalted says: 42 00:02:16,699 --> 00:02:20,699 “Those who have been driven from their homes unjustly only because they said: Our Lord is Allah - For had it not been for Allah's repelling some men by means of others, cloisters and churches and oratories and mosques, wherein the name of Allah is oft mentioned, would assuredly have been pulled down. Verily Allah helpeth one who helpeth Him. Lo! Allah is Strong, Almighty -” (22:40) 43 00:02:20,699 --> 00:02:22,789 Eighth: 44 00:02:22,789 --> 00:02:25,789 Deliverance from the punishment of Allah on the Day of Resurrection. 45 00:02:25,789 --> 00:02:27,789 Allah the Exalted says: 46 00:02:27,789 --> 00:02:33,789 "'Do not cry out today; indeed, you will not be helped by Us.'" 47 00:02:33,789 --> 00:02:35,919 Ninth: 48 00:02:35,919 --> 00:02:37,919 Strength and invulnerability. 49 00:02:37,919 --> 00:02:39,919 Allah the Exalted says: 50 00:02:39,919 --> 00:02:45,919 “And they were unable to rise up, nor could they help themselves.” (51:45) 51 00:02:45,919 --> 00:02:50,969 Victory and defeat. 52 00:02:50,969 --> 00:02:55,969 It has been established that the reality of victory is the triumph of the creed in the hearts of its people. 53 00:02:55,969 --> 00:03:00,969 And the exaltation of faith, regardless of the trials and tribulations. 54 00:03:00,969 --> 00:03:02,969 Conversely: 55 00:03:02,969 --> 00:03:06,969 Defeat is the defeat of faith in the hearts of its people. 56 00:03:06,969 --> 00:03:09,969 And the shaking of the creed in the face of trials. 57 00:03:10,969 --> 00:03:12,969 Indeed, victory in battles: 58 00:03:12,969 --> 00:03:17,969 Is the result of victory over one's desires and the love of this world in the heart. 59 00:03:17,969 --> 00:03:19,969 And victory in its highest forms: 60 00:03:19,969 --> 00:03:22,969 Is the triumph of the spirit over the material. 61 00:03:22,969 --> 00:03:24,969 The triumph of the creed over pain. 62 00:03:24,969 --> 00:03:27,969 And faith over tribulation. 63 00:03:27,969 --> 00:03:31,969 With this correct understanding of the reality of victory and defeat: 64 00:03:31,969 --> 00:03:34,969 They have concepts in the tangible reality. 65 00:03:34,969 --> 00:03:38,969 Led by the sound understanding previously explained. 66 00:03:38,969 --> 00:03:40,969 Among these: 67 00:03:40,969 --> 00:03:41,969 First: 68 00:03:41,969 --> 00:03:47,969 The killing of believers and the lack of visible results of their call does not mean defeat. 69 00:03:47,969 --> 00:03:51,969 Rather, prophets and callers may die or be killed. 70 00:03:51,969 --> 00:03:55,969 And this becomes a cause for the manifestation of the truth and its empowerment. 71 00:03:55,969 --> 00:04:01,129 How many a martyr has achieved victory for his creed through his martyrdom! 72 00:04:01,129 --> 00:04:02,129 Second: 73 00:04:02,129 --> 00:04:04,129 Tangible victory in battles. 74 00:04:04,129 --> 00:04:07,129 Firmness of footing therein. 75 00:04:07,129 --> 00:04:12,219 And sacrificing wealth and self for the sake of Allah the Exalted. 76 00:04:12,219 --> 00:04:13,219 Third: 77 00:04:13,219 --> 00:04:16,220 Victory is not by numbers or equipment. 78 00:04:16,220 --> 00:04:21,220 Rather, it is by the measure of the hearts' connection to the power of Allah the Almighty. 79 00:04:21,220 --> 00:04:25,220 Against which the power of all creation cannot stand. 80 00:04:25,220 --> 00:04:27,220 Allah the Exalted says: 81 00:04:27,220 --> 00:04:34,319 “And when Saul set out with the army, he said: Lo! Allah will try you by (the ordeal of) a river. Whosoever therefore drinketh thereof he is not of me, and whosoever tasteth it not he is of me, save him who taketh (thereof) in the hollow of his hand. But they drank thereof, all save a few of them. And after he had crossed (the river), he and those who believed with him, they said: We have no power this day against Goliath and his hosts. But those who knew that they would meet Allah exclaimed: How many a little company hath overcome a mighty host by Allah's leave! Allah is with the steadfast.” (2:249) 82 00:04:34,319 --> 00:04:35,319 Fourth: 83 00:04:35,319 --> 00:04:37,319 The truth is never defeated. 84 00:04:37,319 --> 00:04:42,319 Rather, its followers are defeated if they neglect to take the means of victory. 85 00:04:42,319 --> 00:04:44,319 He the Glorified says: 86 00:04:44,319 --> 00:04:50,449 “Nay, but We hurl the true against the false, and it doth break its head and lo! it vanisheth. And yours will be woe for that which ye ascribe (unto Him).” (21:18) 87 00:04:50,449 --> 00:04:51,449 Fifth: 88 00:04:51,449 --> 00:04:54,449 Every call to Allah based on insight. 89 00:04:54,449 --> 00:04:57,449 In which the soldiers are sincere to Allah. 90 00:04:57,449 --> 00:05:02,449 It is prevailing and victorious, no matter what obstacles are placed in its path. 91 00:05:02,449 --> 00:05:04,449 He the Glorified says: 92 00:05:04,449 --> 00:05:08,449 “And verily Our word went forth of old unto Our bondmen sent (to warn)” (37:171) 93 00:05:08,449 --> 00:05:12,449 "...indeed, they are the ones who will be victorious." 94 00:05:12,449 --> 00:05:15,449 This is the promise of Allah, which does not fail. 95 00:05:15,449 --> 00:05:20,449 But it is contingent upon the decree of Allah, His wisdom, and His knowledge. 96 00:05:20,449 --> 00:05:22,449 He brings it about when He wills. 97 00:05:22,449 --> 00:05:28,449 Its apparent effects may be slow when measured against the limited lifespans of humans. 98 00:05:28,449 --> 00:05:31,449 But it does not fail. 99 00:05:31,449 --> 00:05:34,449 “It is a promise of Allah. Allah faileth not His promise, but most of mankind know not.” (30:6) 100 00:05:34,449 --> 00:05:38,449 It may be realized in a form that humans do not perceive. 101 00:05:38,449 --> 00:05:42,449 Because they seek the familiar forms of victory and prevailing. 102 00:05:42,449 --> 00:05:49,449 But Allah the Almighty desires another form of victory that is more complete and lasting. 103 00:05:49,449 --> 00:05:53,449 Thus, what Allah wills comes to pass, not what humans will. 104 00:05:53,449 --> 00:05:55,670 Sixth: 105 00:05:55,670 --> 00:06:02,670 Victory and empowerment are the fruit of steadfastness upon the path of Allah the Almighty, seeking His countenance. 106 00:06:02,670 --> 00:06:05,670 For it has never happened in human history: 107 00:06:05,670 --> 00:06:08,670 That a group remained steadfast upon the guidance of Allah. 108 00:06:08,670 --> 00:06:13,670 Except that He granted them strength, invulnerability, and happiness in the end. 109 00:06:13,670 --> 00:06:18,670 After preparing them to carry the trust and preserve it. 110 00:06:18,670 --> 00:06:20,670 Allah the Exalted says: 111 00:06:20,670 --> 00:06:24,670 “Allah hath promised such of you as believe and do good work that He will surely make them to succeed (the present rulers) in the earth even as He caused those who were before them to succeed (others); and that He will surely establish for them their religion which He hath approved for them, and will give them in exchange safety after their fear. They serve Me. They ascribe no thing as partner unto Me. Those who disbelieve henceforth, they are the miscreants.” (24:55) 112 00:06:24,670 --> 00:06:30,670 “Allah hath promised such of you as believe and do good work that He will surely make them to succeed (the present rulers) in the earth even as He caused those who were before them to succeed (others); and that He will surely establish for them their religion which He hath approved for them, and will give them in exchange safety after their fear. They serve Me. They ascribe no thing as partner unto Me. Those who disbelieve henceforth, they are the miscreants.” (24:55) 113 00:06:30,670 --> 00:06:34,670 “Allah hath promised such of you as believe and do good work that He will surely make them to succeed (the present rulers) in the earth even as He caused those who were before them to succeed (others); and that He will surely establish for them their religion which He hath approved for them, and will give them in exchange safety after their fear. They serve Me. They ascribe no thing as partner unto Me. Those who disbelieve henceforth, they are the miscreants.” (24:55) 114 00:06:34,670 --> 00:06:39,670 “Allah hath promised such of you as believe and do good work that He will surely make them to succeed (the present rulers) in the earth even as He caused those who were before them to succeed (others); and that He will surely establish for them their religion which He hath approved for them, and will give them in exchange safety after their fear. They serve Me. They ascribe no thing as partner unto Me. Those who disbelieve henceforth, they are the miscreants.” (24:55) 115 00:06:39,670 --> 00:06:43,670 “Allah hath promised such of you as believe and do good work that He will surely make them to succeed (the present rulers) in the earth even as He caused those who were before them to succeed (others); and that He will surely establish for them their religion which He hath approved for them, and will give them in exchange safety after their fear. They serve Me. They ascribe no thing as partner unto Me. Those who disbelieve henceforth, they are the miscreants.” (24:55) 116 00:06:43,670 --> 00:06:46,670 This is the path to victory. 117 00:06:46,670 --> 00:06:47,670 Seventh: 118 00:06:47,670 --> 00:06:50,670 Many callers often say: 119 00:06:50,670 --> 00:06:54,670 That what the Muslims lack in order to be victorious: 120 00:06:54,670 --> 00:06:59,670 Is a leader like Salah al-Din and other conquering leaders. 121 00:06:59,670 --> 00:07:01,670 This is a mistake. 122 00:07:01,670 --> 00:07:04,670 For if someone like Salah al-Din were to emerge today: 123 00:07:04,670 --> 00:07:06,670 The tyrants of the age would strike him down. 124 00:07:06,670 --> 00:07:09,670 And accuse him of terrorism and extremism. 125 00:07:09,670 --> 00:07:13,670 Therefore, the leader qualified for victory: 126 00:07:13,670 --> 00:07:17,670 Only emerges from a striving, rising Ummah. 127 00:07:17,670 --> 00:07:20,670 The Ummah is a condition for the existence of the leader. 128 00:07:20,670 --> 00:07:22,670 And not the other way around. 129 00:07:22,670 --> 00:07:27,600 The causes of victory and the foundations of empowerment. 130 00:07:27,600 --> 00:07:31,459 Victory and empowerment have causes and foundations. 131 00:07:31,459 --> 00:07:34,459 According to the Prophetic methodology for change. 132 00:07:34,459 --> 00:07:36,459 Summarized as follows: 133 00:07:36,459 --> 00:07:37,459 First: 134 00:07:37,459 --> 00:07:41,459 Sound understanding and insight in the religion. 135 00:07:41,459 --> 00:07:43,459 Allah the Exalted says: 136 00:07:43,459 --> 00:07:46,459 “Say: This is my Way: I call on Allah with sure knowledge. I and whosoever followeth me - Glory be to Allah! - and I am not of the idolaters.” (12:108) 137 00:07:46,459 --> 00:07:49,459 “Say: This is my Way: I call on Allah with sure knowledge. I and whosoever followeth me - Glory be to Allah! - and I am not of the idolaters.” (12:108) 138 00:07:49,459 --> 00:07:53,459 “Say: This is my Way: I call on Allah with sure knowledge. I and whosoever followeth me - Glory be to Allah! - and I am not of the idolaters.” (12:108) 139 00:07:53,459 --> 00:07:56,620 So whoever desires to support this religion: 140 00:07:56,620 --> 00:07:59,620 And strives for its empowerment on earth: 141 00:07:59,620 --> 00:08:03,620 Must possess sound insight into the religion. 142 00:08:03,620 --> 00:08:07,620 This is by following the Messenger, peace be upon him. 143 00:08:07,620 --> 00:08:10,620 And tracing his guidance and methodology. 144 00:08:10,620 --> 00:08:11,620 The most important of which: 145 00:08:11,620 --> 00:08:15,620 Is beginning the call with the Oneness of Allah the Almighty. 146 00:08:15,620 --> 00:08:16,620 He has no partner. 147 00:08:16,620 --> 00:08:18,620 And correcting the creed. 148 00:08:18,620 --> 00:08:22,620 This is what the Messenger, peace be upon him, began with. 149 00:08:22,620 --> 00:08:25,620 And the prophets before him. 150 00:08:25,620 --> 00:08:26,620 Allah the Exalted says: 151 00:08:26,620 --> 00:08:30,620 "And We certainly sent into every nation a messenger..." 152 00:08:30,620 --> 00:08:33,620 "...'Worship Allah and avoid Taghut.'" 153 00:08:33,620 --> 00:08:35,620 And He the Glorified says: 154 00:08:35,620 --> 00:08:38,620 "And We sent not before you any messenger..." 155 00:08:38,620 --> 00:08:44,620 “And We sent no messenger before thee but We inspired him, (saying): There is no Allah save Me (Allah), so worship Me.” (21:25) 156 00:08:44,620 --> 00:08:46,750 Second: 157 00:08:46,750 --> 00:08:51,750 Sincerity to Allah the Exalted in carrying out the call and purity of intention. 158 00:08:51,750 --> 00:08:55,750 This is taken from the previous verse in Surah Yusuf. 159 00:08:55,750 --> 00:08:57,750 In His saying: 160 00:08:57,750 --> 00:08:59,750 "I invite to Allah." 161 00:08:59,750 --> 00:09:03,750 Meaning: I invite to Allah alone, sincere to Him in religion. 162 00:09:03,750 --> 00:09:07,750 Not to myself or any other purpose. 163 00:09:07,750 --> 00:09:09,879 Third: 164 00:09:09,879 --> 00:09:12,879 Unity of word and unity of rank. 165 00:09:12,879 --> 00:09:16,879 This foundation is the fruit of sincerity and purity of intention. 166 00:09:16,879 --> 00:09:19,879 Because among the greatest causes of division: 167 00:09:19,879 --> 00:09:23,879 Is weak sincerity, following desires, and personal interests. 168 00:09:23,879 --> 00:09:28,879 Especially if those who differ are upon a correct understanding and a sound methodology. 169 00:09:28,879 --> 00:09:31,879 If they differ while they are upon one methodology: 170 00:09:31,879 --> 00:09:36,879 Then surely, desires and weak sincerity were the cause. 171 00:09:36,879 --> 00:09:41,879 Allah the Glorified has shown us in His Book a Sunnah that does not change. 172 00:09:41,879 --> 00:09:44,879 Which is that failure and the delay of victory: 173 00:09:44,879 --> 00:09:47,879 Are the fruit of disagreement and division. 174 00:09:47,879 --> 00:09:49,879 He the Glorified says: 175 00:09:49,879 --> 00:09:53,879 “And obey Allah and His messenger, and dispute not one with another lest ye falter and your strength depart from you; but be steadfast! Lo! Allah is with the steadfast.” (8:46) 176 00:09:53,879 --> 00:09:55,200 Fourth: 177 00:09:55,200 --> 00:09:58,200 There must be testing and distinction. 178 00:09:58,200 --> 00:10:01,200 Allah the Almighty says: 179 00:10:01,200 --> 00:10:06,200 “And that Allah may prove those who believe, and may blight the disbelievers.” (3:141) 180 00:10:06,200 --> 00:10:08,200 And He the Glorified says: 181 00:10:08,200 --> 00:10:16,230 “It is not (the purpose) of Allah to leave you in your present state till He shall separate the wicked from the good. And it is not (the purpose of) Allah to let you know the Unseen. But Allah chooseth of His messengers whom He will, (to receive knowledge thereof). So believe in Allah and His messengers. If ye believe and ward off (evil), yours will be a vast reward.” (3:179) 182 00:10:16,230 --> 00:10:20,230 Allah the Almighty teaches us in these two verses: 183 00:10:20,230 --> 00:10:23,230 That there is no empowerment before testing. 184 00:10:23,230 --> 00:10:26,230 And before the evil is distinguished from the good. 185 00:10:26,230 --> 00:10:30,230 Therefore, before empowerment and victory: 186 00:10:30,230 --> 00:10:33,230 There must be the trial that paves the way for it. 187 00:10:33,230 --> 00:10:38,230 This requires that the call takes its share of clear proclamation of this religion. 188 00:10:38,230 --> 00:10:41,230 So that the proof is established against the people. 189 00:10:41,230 --> 00:10:44,230 And those who perish might perish upon evidence. 190 00:10:44,230 --> 00:10:47,419 And those who live might live upon evidence. 191 00:10:47,419 --> 00:10:48,419 Fifth: 192 00:10:48,419 --> 00:10:53,419 Taking the available and permissible material means. 193 00:10:53,580 --> 00:10:59,580 Because if the previous foundations were from the category of taking the religious means for victory and empowerment: 194 00:10:59,580 --> 00:11:02,580 Then the intent of this fifth foundation: 195 00:11:02,580 --> 00:11:06,580 Is taking the means of material strength and preparing for that. 196 00:11:06,580 --> 00:11:09,580 According to one's ability and capacity. 197 00:11:09,580 --> 00:11:11,580 In our reality today: 198 00:11:11,580 --> 00:11:14,580 It is incumbent upon those standing to support the religion: 199 00:11:14,580 --> 00:11:16,580 Material preparation. 200 00:11:16,580 --> 00:11:18,580 Media preparation. 201 00:11:18,580 --> 00:11:20,580 Military preparation. 202 00:11:20,580 --> 00:11:23,580 And other such commanded means. 203 00:11:23,580 --> 00:11:27,580 Which should not be neglected. 204 00:11:27,580 --> 00:11:28,740 Sixth: 205 00:11:28,740 --> 00:11:31,740 Reliance upon Allah the Almighty. 206 00:11:31,740 --> 00:11:33,740 And seeking help from Him alone. 207 00:11:33,740 --> 00:11:37,740 This is an important foundation of the foundations of victory and empowerment. 208 00:11:37,740 --> 00:11:42,740 And although it is included in the first and second foundations: 209 00:11:42,740 --> 00:11:47,740 Singling it out here in an independent paragraph has its importance. 210 00:11:47,740 --> 00:11:51,740 So that the supporters of Allah do not become attached to the means. 211 00:11:51,740 --> 00:11:54,740 And their seeking help from Allah the Almighty weakens. 212 00:11:54,740 --> 00:11:58,740 For Allah the Glorified is the Supporter and the Helper. 213 00:11:58,740 --> 00:12:00,740 Allah the Exalted says: 214 00:12:00,740 --> 00:12:04,740 “Ye (Muslims) slew them not, but Allah slew them. And thou (Muhammad) threwest not when thou didst throw, but Allah threw, that He might test the believers by a fair test from Him. Lo! Allah is Hearer, Knower.” (8:17) 215 00:12:04,740 --> 00:12:08,740 “Ye (Muslims) slew them not, but Allah slew them. And thou (Muhammad) threwest not when thou didst throw, but Allah threw, that He might test the believers by a fair test from Him. Lo! Allah is Hearer, Knower.” (8:17) 216 00:12:08,740 --> 00:12:11,740 The reality of reliance upon Allah: 217 00:12:11,740 --> 00:12:14,740 Is the ultimate dependence upon Allah the Glorified. 218 00:12:14,740 --> 00:12:18,740 With the ultimate trust and good opinion of Him the Glorified. 219 00:12:18,740 --> 00:12:21,740 And disavowing one's own power and strength. 220 00:12:21,740 --> 00:12:23,740 And realizing His saying: 221 00:12:23,740 --> 00:12:28,740 "...and victory is not except from Allah, the Exalted in Might, the Wise." 222 00:12:28,740 --> 00:12:33,809 It also requires frequent remembrance of Allah, glorifying Him, and seeking His forgiveness. 223 00:12:33,809 --> 00:12:35,809 And frequent prayer. 224 00:12:35,809 --> 00:12:37,809 He the Glorified says: 225 00:12:37,809 --> 00:12:39,809 "So be patient over what they say..." 226 00:12:39,809 --> 00:12:44,809 “Therefor (O Muhammad) bear with what they say, and hymn the praise of thy Lord before the rising and before the setting of the sun;” (50:39) 227 00:12:44,809 --> 00:12:48,809 “And in the night-time hymn His praise, and after the (prescribed) prostrations.” (50:40) 228 00:12:48,809 --> 00:12:52,809 And strengthening the recourse to Allah the Almighty. 229 00:12:52,809 --> 00:12:55,809 and his supplication and humble entreaty before Him, 230 00:12:55,809 --> 00:12:58,809 in seeking victory and repelling the evil of enemies, 231 00:12:58,809 --> 00:13:01,809 and having certainty in the victory of Allah, glory be to Him, 232 00:13:01,809 --> 00:13:04,809 and in His subjugation of the hosts of the heavens and the earth 233 00:13:04,809 --> 00:13:06,809 to aid His allies, 234 00:13:06,809 --> 00:13:08,809 provided they fulfill the causes of victory. 235 00:13:08,809 --> 00:13:12,809 This is what the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, did 236 00:13:12,809 --> 00:13:14,809 in his military expeditions. 237 00:13:14,809 --> 00:13:17,809 In the Battle of Badr, he organized the army, 238 00:13:17,809 --> 00:13:19,809 and took all possible practical measures, 239 00:13:19,809 --> 00:13:21,809 then he turned toward the command post, 240 00:13:21,809 --> 00:13:24,809 supplicating and beseeching his Lord for victory. 241 00:13:24,809 --> 00:13:28,809 The same was true in the Battle of the Trench and other expeditions. 242 00:13:28,809 --> 00:13:31,809 This is the balanced, just methodology 243 00:13:31,809 --> 00:13:33,809 for seeking the victory of Allah the Almighty, 244 00:13:33,809 --> 00:13:36,809 situated between two blameworthy extremes. 245 00:13:36,809 --> 00:13:38,809 The first extreme: 246 00:13:38,809 --> 00:13:42,809 those who believe that Allah will grant them victory 247 00:13:42,809 --> 00:13:44,809 simply because they are Muslims, 248 00:13:44,809 --> 00:13:48,809 even if they neglect all or some of the causes of victory. 249 00:13:48,809 --> 00:13:50,809 They say 250 00:13:50,809 --> 00:13:52,809 that they rely upon Allah, 251 00:13:52,809 --> 00:13:56,809 without taking the necessary religious and material means. 252 00:13:56,809 --> 00:13:58,840 The second extreme: 253 00:13:58,840 --> 00:14:02,840 those who exaggerate in material matters and become attached to them, 254 00:14:02,840 --> 00:14:05,840 and believe that victory cannot occur 255 00:14:05,840 --> 00:14:08,840 unless the strength of the Muslims 256 00:14:08,840 --> 00:14:10,840 is equal to or greater than the strength of the disbelievers. 257 00:14:10,840 --> 00:14:13,840 Their reliance upon Allah is weak, 258 00:14:13,840 --> 00:14:16,840 as is their trust in His victory and His subjugation of the enemies 259 00:14:16,840 --> 00:14:19,840 through the weapon of terror, the weapon of the angels, 260 00:14:19,840 --> 00:14:22,840 and other signs and miracles. 261 00:14:22,840 --> 00:14:25,840 They have forgotten the saying of the Almighty: 262 00:14:25,840 --> 00:14:27,840 “And when Saul set out with the army, he said: Lo! Allah will try you by (the ordeal of) a river. Whosoever therefore drinketh thereof he is not of me, and whosoever tasteth it not he is of me, save him who taketh (thereof) in the hollow of his hand. But they drank thereof, all save a few of them. And after he had crossed (the river), he and those who believed with him, they said: We have no power this day against Goliath and his hosts. But those who knew that they would meet Allah exclaimed: How many a little company hath overcome a mighty host by Allah's leave! Allah is with the steadfast.” (2:249) 263 00:14:27,840 --> 00:14:31,840 “And when Saul set out with the army, he said: Lo! Allah will try you by (the ordeal of) a river. Whosoever therefore drinketh thereof he is not of me, and whosoever tasteth it not he is of me, save him who taketh (thereof) in the hollow of his hand. But they drank thereof, all save a few of them. And after he had crossed (the river), he and those who believed with him, they said: We have no power this day against Goliath and his hosts. But those who knew that they would meet Allah exclaimed: How many a little company hath overcome a mighty host by Allah's leave! Allah is with the steadfast.” (2:249) 264 00:14:31,840 --> 00:14:34,840 "And Allah is with the patient." 265 00:14:34,840 --> 00:14:36,840 This perception has resulted in 266 00:14:36,840 --> 00:14:38,840 a weakness in turning to Allah 267 00:14:38,840 --> 00:14:40,840 and seeking victory from Him. 268 00:14:40,840 --> 00:14:42,840 They have despaired of the triumph of the religion 269 00:14:42,840 --> 00:14:44,840 due to the superiority of the enemies 270 00:14:44,840 --> 00:14:47,840 in their numbers and equipment. 271 00:14:49,580 --> 00:14:51,580 Unity and Division 272 00:14:51,580 --> 00:14:55,110 What is meant by the "community" (Jama'ah) 273 00:14:55,110 --> 00:14:58,110 is whoever follows what was followed by 274 00:14:58,110 --> 00:15:00,110 the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, 275 00:15:00,110 --> 00:15:03,110 and his Companions in belief and conduct. 276 00:15:03,110 --> 00:15:05,110 This definition of the community 277 00:15:05,110 --> 00:15:09,110 is derived from his saying, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him: 278 00:15:09,110 --> 00:15:11,110 "My Ummah will split into 279 00:15:11,110 --> 00:15:13,110 seventy-three sects; 280 00:15:13,110 --> 00:15:15,110 one will be in Paradise, 281 00:15:15,110 --> 00:15:18,110 and seventy-two will be in the Fire." 282 00:15:18,110 --> 00:15:21,110 It was asked, "O Messenger of Allah, who are they?" 283 00:15:21,110 --> 00:15:24,110 He said, "The community." 284 00:15:24,110 --> 00:15:26,110 And in another hadith: 285 00:15:26,110 --> 00:15:29,210 "That which I and my Companions are upon." 286 00:15:29,210 --> 00:15:31,210 Al-Shatibi, may Allah have mercy on him, mentioned 287 00:15:31,210 --> 00:15:33,210 several meanings for the community, 288 00:15:33,210 --> 00:15:35,210 which boil down to two meanings. 289 00:15:35,210 --> 00:15:37,210 They are, firstly: 290 00:15:37,210 --> 00:15:40,210 the community of creed and methodology, 291 00:15:40,210 --> 00:15:42,210 which is the one committed to what 292 00:15:42,210 --> 00:15:45,210 the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, 293 00:15:45,210 --> 00:15:48,210 and his Companions, may Allah be pleased with them, were upon 294 00:15:48,210 --> 00:15:51,210 regarding matters of belief and fundamental ethics. 295 00:15:51,210 --> 00:15:53,210 Secondly: 296 00:15:53,210 --> 00:15:56,210 the community in the specific sense, 297 00:15:56,210 --> 00:15:59,210 which is adherence to the body of Muslims 298 00:15:59,210 --> 00:16:02,210 that has an Imam who conforms to the Shari'ah, 299 00:16:02,210 --> 00:16:06,210 and not separating from them or rebelling against them. 300 00:16:06,210 --> 00:16:11,070 The blameworthy division that is forbidden 301 00:16:11,070 --> 00:16:14,870 is for the single community to split 302 00:16:15,870 --> 00:16:17,870 among itself, 303 00:16:17,870 --> 00:16:20,870 because division among those of the same methodology 304 00:16:20,870 --> 00:16:23,870 only occurs due to whims 305 00:16:23,870 --> 00:16:25,870 and personal interests. 306 00:16:25,870 --> 00:16:27,870 This type of division 307 00:16:27,870 --> 00:16:30,870 is what the texts of the Book and the Sunnah 308 00:16:30,870 --> 00:16:32,870 have forbidden and warned 309 00:16:32,870 --> 00:16:34,870 against its consequences, 310 00:16:34,870 --> 00:16:36,870 as in the saying of the Almighty: 311 00:16:36,870 --> 00:16:38,870 "And do not be like those 312 00:16:38,870 --> 00:16:40,870 who became divided and differed 313 00:16:40,870 --> 00:16:42,870 after there had come to them..." 314 00:16:43,870 --> 00:16:46,870 “And be ye not as those who separated and disputed after the clear proofs had come unto them. For such there is an awful doom,” (3:105) 315 00:16:46,870 --> 00:16:48,870 And the saying of the Almighty: 316 00:16:48,870 --> 00:16:50,870 "Turning in repentance to Him, and fear Him, 317 00:16:50,870 --> 00:16:52,870 and establish prayer, 318 00:16:52,870 --> 00:16:54,870 “Turning unto Him (only); and be careful of your duty unto Him and establish worship, and be not of those who ascribe partners (unto Him);” (30:31) 319 00:16:54,870 --> 00:16:57,870 “Of those who split up their religion and became schismatics, each sect exulting in its tenets.” (30:32) 320 00:16:57,870 --> 00:16:59,870 and do not be of those who split up their religion 321 00:16:59,870 --> 00:17:02,870 and became sects, each faction rejoicing in what it has." 322 00:17:02,870 --> 00:17:05,869 And the saying of the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him: 323 00:17:05,869 --> 00:17:08,869 "The community is a mercy, 324 00:17:08,869 --> 00:17:10,869 and division is a torment." 325 00:17:10,869 --> 00:17:13,869 Narrated by Ahmad and classified as hasan by Al-Albani. 326 00:17:13,869 --> 00:17:16,900 This is what the reports from the salaf have addressed 327 00:17:16,900 --> 00:17:18,900 in warning against, 328 00:17:18,900 --> 00:17:21,900 such as the saying of Ibn Mas'ud, may Allah be pleased with him: 329 00:17:21,900 --> 00:17:23,900 "Dissent is evil." 330 00:17:23,900 --> 00:17:24,900 And his saying: 331 00:17:24,900 --> 00:17:26,900 "What you dislike while in the community 332 00:17:26,900 --> 00:17:30,900 is better than what you love while in division." 333 00:17:30,900 --> 00:17:34,769 Praiseworthy separation 334 00:17:34,769 --> 00:17:37,539 is the separation from sects 335 00:17:37,539 --> 00:17:39,539 and heretical groups 336 00:17:39,539 --> 00:17:41,539 that contradict what 337 00:17:41,539 --> 00:17:44,539 the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, 338 00:17:44,539 --> 00:17:45,539 and his Companions were upon. 339 00:17:45,539 --> 00:17:49,539 This is a praiseworthy and necessary separation. 340 00:17:49,539 --> 00:17:54,299 Moderation in Unity and Division 341 00:17:54,299 --> 00:17:57,980 Moderation means justice and the middle path, 342 00:17:57,980 --> 00:18:00,980 meaning there are two blameworthy extremes 343 00:18:00,980 --> 00:18:04,009 and one praiseworthy middle. 344 00:18:04,009 --> 00:18:07,009 The extreme of excess in understanding the community 345 00:18:07,009 --> 00:18:09,009 is to narrow its concept 346 00:18:09,009 --> 00:18:11,009 until it ends up 347 00:18:11,009 --> 00:18:13,009 excluding groups and individuals 348 00:18:13,009 --> 00:18:16,009 from the circle of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah 349 00:18:16,009 --> 00:18:18,009 simply because they fell into errors 350 00:18:18,009 --> 00:18:20,009 that are open to scholarly disagreement, 351 00:18:20,009 --> 00:18:22,009 or a difference in a chapter 352 00:18:22,009 --> 00:18:23,009 of the chapters of creed 353 00:18:23,009 --> 00:18:25,009 due to an effort of understanding (ijtihad), 354 00:18:25,009 --> 00:18:27,009 and not due to adherence to a principle 355 00:18:27,009 --> 00:18:29,099 of the principles of the people of innovation. 356 00:18:29,099 --> 00:18:32,099 This understanding from this side has led 357 00:18:32,099 --> 00:18:34,099 to the exclusion of great Imams 358 00:18:34,099 --> 00:18:36,099 from the jurists of the Ummah, 359 00:18:36,099 --> 00:18:38,099 its hadith scholars, and its mujahidin. 360 00:18:38,099 --> 00:18:40,460 The extreme of negligence 361 00:18:40,460 --> 00:18:42,490 are those who were negligent 362 00:18:42,490 --> 00:18:44,490 and expanded the meaning of the community 363 00:18:44,490 --> 00:18:46,490 out of their claimed concern 364 00:18:46,490 --> 00:18:48,490 for the unity of the word 365 00:18:48,490 --> 00:18:49,490 of the Muslims 366 00:18:49,490 --> 00:18:51,490 and the strengthening of the ranks, 367 00:18:51,490 --> 00:18:53,490 so they expanded the concept of the community 368 00:18:53,490 --> 00:18:55,490 until they included in it 369 00:18:55,490 --> 00:18:57,490 those who do not belong to it, from the people of division 370 00:18:57,490 --> 00:18:59,490 or innovations and misguidance, 371 00:18:59,490 --> 00:19:01,490 among those who contradicted a principle 372 00:19:01,490 --> 00:19:03,490 or more of the principles of belief. 373 00:19:03,490 --> 00:19:05,900 The middle path 374 00:19:05,900 --> 00:19:07,900 are those who did not expand 375 00:19:07,900 --> 00:19:09,900 nor dilute the concept of the community, 376 00:19:09,900 --> 00:19:11,900 nor did they include in it 377 00:19:11,900 --> 00:19:13,900 those who do not belong to it. 378 00:19:13,900 --> 00:19:15,900 Just as they did not narrow 379 00:19:15,900 --> 00:19:17,900 the circle of Ahl al-Sunnah 380 00:19:17,900 --> 00:19:19,900 to exclude everyone who has 381 00:19:19,900 --> 00:19:21,900 the slightest slip. 382 00:19:21,900 --> 00:19:23,900 Nevertheless, this middle path 383 00:19:23,900 --> 00:19:25,900 sees that those who affiliate 384 00:19:25,900 --> 00:19:27,900 with Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah 385 00:19:27,900 --> 00:19:29,900 and enter into their circle 386 00:19:29,900 --> 00:19:31,900 vary 387 00:19:31,900 --> 00:19:33,900 in perfecting the attributes of Ahl al-Sunnah; 388 00:19:33,900 --> 00:19:35,900 some are more perfect than others 389 00:19:35,900 --> 00:19:37,900 in belief and conduct, 390 00:19:37,900 --> 00:19:39,900 and some are more perfect in calling to Allah, 391 00:19:39,900 --> 00:19:41,900 jihad, 392 00:19:41,900 --> 00:19:43,900 and in sacrifice and giving. 393 00:19:43,900 --> 00:19:45,900 Yet they all remain 394 00:19:45,900 --> 00:19:47,900 within the circle of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah. 395 00:19:47,900 --> 00:19:49,900 And the closer 396 00:19:49,900 --> 00:19:51,900 the one who affiliates with them is to perfection, 397 00:19:51,900 --> 00:19:53,900 the better. 398 00:19:53,900 --> 00:19:55,900 Disagreement in matters of ijtihad, 399 00:19:55,900 --> 00:19:57,900 emerging issues, and their rulings 400 00:19:57,900 --> 00:19:59,900 is expected among Ahl al-Sunnah, 401 00:19:59,900 --> 00:20:01,900 but it does not lead to 402 00:20:01,900 --> 00:20:03,900 division and rancor. 403 00:20:03,900 --> 00:20:05,900 It does not lead to this, 404 00:20:05,900 --> 00:20:07,900 for that is transgression and following whims, 405 00:20:07,900 --> 00:20:09,900 as was stated by 406 00:20:09,900 --> 00:20:11,900 Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, 407 00:20:11,900 --> 00:20:13,900 may Allah have mercy on him. 408 00:20:13,900 --> 00:20:15,900 But permissible ijtihad 409 00:20:15,900 --> 00:20:17,900 does not reach the level of tribulation 410 00:20:17,900 --> 00:20:19,900 and division 411 00:20:19,900 --> 00:20:22,740 except with transgression, 412 00:20:22,740 --> 00:20:24,740 not merely due to ijtihad. 413 00:20:24,740 --> 00:20:28,109 Partisanship and Factionalism 414 00:20:28,109 --> 00:20:30,109 Factionalism 415 00:20:30,109 --> 00:20:32,109 is the gathering of a group 416 00:20:32,109 --> 00:20:34,109 for a specific goal, 417 00:20:34,109 --> 00:20:36,109 and its preparation is homogeneity and cooperation 418 00:20:36,109 --> 00:20:38,109 and organized work. 419 00:20:38,109 --> 00:20:40,109 It is divided into 420 00:20:40,109 --> 00:20:42,109 praiseworthy factionalism 421 00:20:42,109 --> 00:20:44,109 and blameworthy factionalism. 422 00:20:44,109 --> 00:20:46,109 Praiseworthy factionalism 423 00:20:46,109 --> 00:20:48,109 is gathering for a work 424 00:20:48,109 --> 00:20:50,109 that Allah the Almighty loves, 425 00:20:50,109 --> 00:20:52,109 whether it be worship, calling to Allah, 426 00:20:52,109 --> 00:20:54,109 jihad, or relief work, 427 00:20:54,109 --> 00:20:56,109 and it is committed 428 00:20:56,109 --> 00:20:58,109 to the Book and the Sunnah 429 00:20:58,109 --> 00:21:00,109 according to the understanding of the Companions, 430 00:21:00,109 --> 00:21:02,109 and its intention is 431 00:21:02,109 --> 00:21:04,109 His Paradise, 432 00:21:04,109 --> 00:21:06,109 Far removed from partisan fanaticism. 433 00:21:06,109 --> 00:21:08,109 And its individual components. 434 00:21:08,109 --> 00:21:10,109 And the blameworthy formation of factions. 435 00:21:10,109 --> 00:21:12,109 It is the act of coming together for a specific task. 436 00:21:12,109 --> 00:21:14,109 A source that contradicts what was previously established. 437 00:21:14,109 --> 00:21:16,109 Upon him is the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 438 00:21:16,109 --> 00:21:18,109 and his Companions 439 00:21:18,109 --> 00:21:20,109 Or that it be in accordance with it. 440 00:21:20,109 --> 00:21:22,109 However, the intent behind it is merely worldly gain. 441 00:21:22,109 --> 00:21:24,109 And its shares. 442 00:21:24,109 --> 00:21:26,109 And the party that finds itself in this state 443 00:21:26,109 --> 00:21:28,109 It predominates among its individual members. 444 00:21:28,109 --> 00:21:30,109 The blameworthy partisanship toward a group and its members. 445 00:21:30,109 --> 00:21:32,109 And the principles of loyalty and disavowal are based upon it. 446 00:21:32,109 --> 00:21:34,240 And regarding these two types 447 00:21:34,240 --> 00:21:36,240 Regarding the Confederates, he says 448 00:21:36,240 --> 00:21:38,240 Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah 449 00:21:38,240 --> 00:21:40,240 May Allah have mercy upon him; as for... 450 00:21:40,240 --> 00:21:42,240 The head of the party, for he is the head. 451 00:21:42,240 --> 00:21:44,240 The faction that forms a party. 452 00:21:44,240 --> 00:21:46,240 Meaning, it becomes a faction. 453 00:21:46,240 --> 00:21:48,240 If they are gathered together 454 00:21:48,240 --> 00:21:50,240 in accordance with what Allah has commanded. 455 00:21:50,240 --> 00:21:52,240 and His Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 456 00:21:52,240 --> 00:21:54,240 Without any addition. 457 00:21:54,240 --> 00:21:56,240 or a deficiency 458 00:21:56,240 --> 00:21:58,240 They are believers who possess 459 00:21:58,240 --> 00:22:00,240 And upon them is what is incumbent upon them. 460 00:22:00,240 --> 00:22:02,240 Even if they had added to it 461 00:22:02,240 --> 00:22:04,240 in that, or they fell short. 462 00:22:04,240 --> 00:22:06,240 The example of showing blind partisanship for someone 463 00:22:06,240 --> 00:22:08,240 He joined them in their faction. 464 00:22:08,240 --> 00:22:10,240 with both truth and falsehood 465 00:22:10,240 --> 00:22:12,240 And turning away from those who have not entered [the fold of Islam]. 466 00:22:12,240 --> 00:22:14,240 within their party, regardless of whether it was 467 00:22:14,240 --> 00:22:16,240 whether upon truth or falsehood 468 00:22:16,240 --> 00:22:18,240 This is a form of division. 469 00:22:18,240 --> 00:22:20,240 That which Allah the Exalted has condemned. 470 00:22:20,240 --> 00:22:22,240 and His Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 471 00:22:22,240 --> 00:22:24,240 For indeed, Allah 472 00:22:24,240 --> 00:22:26,240 and His Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 473 00:22:26,240 --> 00:22:28,240 They were commanded to maintain unity and cohesion. 474 00:22:28,240 --> 00:22:30,240 And as a prohibition against 475 00:22:30,240 --> 00:22:32,240 Division and disagreement. 476 00:22:32,240 --> 00:22:34,240 And they were commanded to cooperate. 477 00:22:34,240 --> 00:22:36,240 upon righteousness and piety. 478 00:22:36,240 --> 00:22:38,240 And [he] forbade cooperation [in sin and transgression]. 479 00:22:38,240 --> 00:22:40,240 in sin and transgression 480 00:22:40,240 --> 00:22:43,259 The scholarly reviews 481 00:22:43,259 --> 00:22:45,970 Reviewing and revising one's understanding is a characteristic of the scholars. 482 00:22:45,970 --> 00:22:47,970 It is praiseworthy because it stands for 483 00:22:47,970 --> 00:22:49,970 regarding the self-examination of one's soul. 484 00:22:49,970 --> 00:22:51,970 And holding it to account. 485 00:22:51,970 --> 00:22:53,970 To understand her rights and her obligations. 486 00:22:53,970 --> 00:22:55,970 So that the servant may be 487 00:22:55,970 --> 00:22:57,970 He is in a state of continuous self-assessment. 488 00:22:57,970 --> 00:22:59,970 And keep her steadfast upon the truth. 489 00:22:59,970 --> 00:23:01,970 And he abandoned what was in it. 490 00:23:01,970 --> 00:23:03,970 In opposition to the Book and the Sunnah. 491 00:23:03,970 --> 00:23:05,970 This is based upon 492 00:23:05,970 --> 00:23:08,000 The individual level. 493 00:23:08,000 --> 00:23:10,000 Just as the commendable form of review 494 00:23:10,000 --> 00:23:12,000 It operates at the level of the community. 495 00:23:12,000 --> 00:23:14,000 And the various Islamic sects 496 00:23:14,000 --> 00:23:16,000 By examining their circumstances. 497 00:23:16,000 --> 00:23:18,000 And her journey. 498 00:23:18,000 --> 00:23:20,000 And the extent of its proximity or distance. 499 00:23:20,000 --> 00:23:22,000 ...grounded in knowledge of the Book and the Sunnah. 500 00:23:22,000 --> 00:23:24,000 And in practice, and in state. 501 00:23:24,000 --> 00:23:26,000 The reviews 502 00:23:26,000 --> 00:23:28,000 Returning to the truth. 503 00:23:28,000 --> 00:23:30,000 Once it has been made clear by its evidence. 504 00:23:30,000 --> 00:23:32,000 And abandoning falsehood. 505 00:23:32,000 --> 00:23:34,000 Once its invalidity has been made manifest. 506 00:23:34,000 --> 00:23:36,000 Among these is the statement of 'Umar, may Allah be pleased with him. 507 00:23:36,000 --> 00:23:38,000 may Allah be pleased with him, in his final testament. 508 00:23:38,000 --> 00:23:40,000 Regarding Abu Musa al-Ash'ari, may Allah be pleased with him. 509 00:23:40,000 --> 00:23:42,029 He appointed him to the position of judge. 510 00:23:42,029 --> 00:23:44,029 And let not the fulfillment of a decree prevent you 511 00:23:44,029 --> 00:23:46,029 I have judged by it today. 512 00:23:46,029 --> 00:23:48,029 So you have examined your own soul regarding it. 513 00:23:48,029 --> 00:23:50,029 And therein You have guided me to Your right path. 514 00:23:50,029 --> 00:23:52,029 That you should seek the truth within it. 515 00:23:52,029 --> 00:23:54,029 Nothing can invalidate the truth. 516 00:23:54,029 --> 00:23:56,029 And reviewing the truth is a virtue. 517 00:23:56,029 --> 00:23:58,029 It is better than persisting in error. 518 00:23:58,029 --> 00:24:00,029 in falsehood 519 00:24:00,029 --> 00:24:03,119 Revisions and retractions 520 00:24:03,119 --> 00:24:06,109 It signifies a retreat. 521 00:24:06,109 --> 00:24:08,109 Regarding the Truth 522 00:24:08,109 --> 00:24:10,109 This is a blameworthy trait. 523 00:24:10,109 --> 00:24:12,109 This is a counterpart to the revisions. 524 00:24:12,109 --> 00:24:14,109 It may sometimes become intermingled. 525 00:24:14,109 --> 00:24:16,109 The concept of revisions as retractions. 526 00:24:16,109 --> 00:24:18,109 And between the two lies a fine line. 527 00:24:18,109 --> 00:24:20,109 The difference between the two is as follows: 528 00:24:20,109 --> 00:24:22,109 That the reviews 529 00:24:22,109 --> 00:24:24,109 As previously mentioned. 530 00:24:24,109 --> 00:24:26,109 Submission to the truth. 531 00:24:26,109 --> 00:24:28,109 And returning to it once it becomes clear. 532 00:24:28,109 --> 00:24:30,109 And avoiding partisanship for one's own self. 533 00:24:30,109 --> 00:24:32,109 and its errors. 534 00:24:32,109 --> 00:24:34,109 And the continuous practice of self-reckoning. 535 00:24:34,109 --> 00:24:36,109 regarding the statements, actions, and stances. 536 00:24:36,109 --> 00:24:38,109 And the extent to which it conforms. 537 00:24:38,109 --> 00:24:40,109 Regarding the Divine Law (Shari'ah) 538 00:24:40,109 --> 00:24:42,109 As for the retractions, 539 00:24:42,109 --> 00:24:44,109 In most cases, this represents a retraction from the truth. 540 00:24:44,109 --> 00:24:46,109 And setbacks in conceptual understanding. 541 00:24:46,109 --> 00:24:48,109 and conduct. 542 00:24:48,109 --> 00:24:50,109 It describes a state of instability. 543 00:24:50,109 --> 00:24:52,109 It manifests in certain situations. 544 00:24:52,109 --> 00:24:54,109 Being oppressed and facing trials. 545 00:24:54,109 --> 00:24:56,109 Or in cases of impulsive reactions. 546 00:24:56,109 --> 00:24:58,109 That which is not accounted for. 547 00:24:58,109 --> 00:25:00,109 Or perhaps they serve as refutations. 548 00:25:00,109 --> 00:25:02,109 Actions that constitute erroneous practices. 549 00:25:02,109 --> 00:25:04,109 It is paid toward a specific form. 550 00:25:04,109 --> 00:25:06,109 A mistaken confrontation. 551 00:25:06,109 --> 00:25:08,109 Like one who rejects any action. 552 00:25:08,109 --> 00:25:10,109 His striving is according to what he perceives. 553 00:25:10,109 --> 00:25:12,109 Regarding some of the erroneous practices. 554 00:25:12,109 --> 00:25:14,109 For some of the mujahidin. 555 00:25:14,109 --> 00:25:17,039 The impediments to victory 556 00:25:17,039 --> 00:25:19,940 It is that which causes the delay. 557 00:25:19,940 --> 00:25:21,940 The victory of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic. 558 00:25:21,940 --> 00:25:23,940 due to the sins of the servants. 559 00:25:23,940 --> 00:25:25,940 This occurs due to the failure to follow through. 560 00:25:25,940 --> 00:25:27,940 One or more. 561 00:25:27,940 --> 00:25:29,940 Among the reasons previously mentioned 562 00:25:29,940 --> 00:25:31,940 Among the causes and conditions for victory 563 00:25:31,940 --> 00:25:33,940 Either due to a flaw in the methodology. 564 00:25:33,940 --> 00:25:35,940 And following [the Sunnah], or weakness. 565 00:25:35,940 --> 00:25:37,940 Regarding sincerity and the seeking of anything other than Allah. 566 00:25:37,940 --> 00:25:39,940 The Countenance of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic. 567 00:25:39,940 --> 00:25:41,940 Or it may be due to the existence of sectarian division. 568 00:25:41,940 --> 00:25:43,940 And the internal discord within the ranks of the believers. 569 00:25:43,940 --> 00:25:45,940 Or negligence in taking [the knowledge]. 570 00:25:45,940 --> 00:25:47,940 by means of the prescribed causes. 571 00:25:47,940 --> 00:25:49,940 From the preparation of material strength. 572 00:25:49,940 --> 00:25:51,940 These are the most important 573 00:25:51,940 --> 00:25:53,940 The obstacles that result from it 574 00:25:53,940 --> 00:25:55,940 The victory of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic, was delayed. 575 00:25:55,940 --> 00:25:57,940 In general terms. 576 00:25:57,940 --> 00:25:59,940 As for the detailed perspective. 577 00:25:59,940 --> 00:26:01,940 It is therefore possible to categorize 578 00:26:01,940 --> 00:26:03,940 These obstacles are but obstacles. 579 00:26:03,940 --> 00:26:05,940 Internal obstacles and impediments. 580 00:26:05,940 --> 00:26:08,700 Kharijite 581 00:26:08,700 --> 00:26:10,700 Internal obstacles 582 00:26:10,700 --> 00:26:13,220 And it is that which 583 00:26:13,220 --> 00:26:15,220 It pertains to the obstacles. 584 00:26:15,220 --> 00:26:17,220 The sense of selfhood within the souls of those who call others to Allah. 585 00:26:17,220 --> 00:26:19,220 Such as the flaws in one’s understanding and intention. 586 00:26:19,220 --> 00:26:21,220 Or among themselves. 587 00:26:21,220 --> 00:26:23,220 These are either manifest obstacles. 588 00:26:23,220 --> 00:26:25,220 Like the existence of some 589 00:26:25,220 --> 00:26:27,220 The manifest and persistent sins. 590 00:26:27,220 --> 00:26:29,220 During certain supplications 591 00:26:29,220 --> 00:26:31,220 Or internal impediments. 592 00:26:31,220 --> 00:26:33,220 Such as the weakness of one's sincerity or fear of Allah. 593 00:26:33,220 --> 00:26:35,220 Or hope. 594 00:26:35,220 --> 00:26:37,220 Or the presence of certain spiritual ailments of the heart. 595 00:26:37,220 --> 00:26:39,220 Such as envy and self-admiration. 596 00:26:39,220 --> 00:26:41,220 And others besides them. 597 00:26:41,220 --> 00:26:43,220 It also encompasses internal obstacles. 598 00:26:43,220 --> 00:26:45,220 The presence of grudges and deep-seated animosity. 599 00:26:45,220 --> 00:26:47,220 And division and conflict. 600 00:26:47,220 --> 00:26:49,220 From some of the supplications. 601 00:26:49,220 --> 00:26:51,220 All of these are among the obstacles that 602 00:26:51,220 --> 00:26:53,220 You delay the victory of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic. 603 00:26:53,220 --> 00:26:55,410 And among the obstacles 604 00:26:55,410 --> 00:26:57,410 Prioritizing what is termed 605 00:26:57,410 --> 00:26:59,410 The best interests of the call to Islam. 606 00:26:59,410 --> 00:27:01,410 to justify many of them through it 607 00:27:01,410 --> 00:27:03,410 Among the violations of the Shari'ah committed in the name of 608 00:27:03,410 --> 00:27:05,410 This public interest, and this 609 00:27:05,410 --> 00:27:07,410 It is a slippery slope and an entry point for Satan. 610 00:27:07,410 --> 00:27:09,410 Through it, one enters into the call to Allah. 611 00:27:09,410 --> 00:27:11,410 And its people, in order to defile it. 612 00:27:11,410 --> 00:27:13,470 It may sometimes transform 613 00:27:13,470 --> 00:27:15,470 The slippery slope of calling people toward an idol. 614 00:27:15,470 --> 00:27:17,470 Some callers to Islam use it as a form of worship. 615 00:27:17,470 --> 00:27:19,470 And they do not perceive it. 616 00:27:19,470 --> 00:27:21,470 And the sincere proponents of the call. 617 00:27:21,470 --> 00:27:23,470 Their sole concern will be that. 618 00:27:23,470 --> 00:27:25,470 Steadfastness upon the correct methodology. 619 00:27:25,470 --> 00:27:27,470 without paying any heed to what 620 00:27:27,470 --> 00:27:29,470 This is followed by the resulting consequences. 621 00:27:29,470 --> 00:27:31,470 It may appear to them that within it lies 622 00:27:31,470 --> 00:27:33,470 a danger to the call to Islam and those who uphold it. 623 00:27:33,470 --> 00:27:35,470 He says that to them. 624 00:27:35,470 --> 00:27:37,470 leading to dangerous concessions. 625 00:27:37,470 --> 00:27:39,470 In the interest of the da'wah. 626 00:27:39,470 --> 00:27:41,470 And Allah, the Exalted, knows best. 627 00:27:41,470 --> 00:27:43,470 He grants them safety out of consideration for the public interest. 628 00:27:43,470 --> 00:27:45,470 Indeed, those who call to Allah are tasked with a responsibility. 629 00:27:45,470 --> 00:27:47,470 Steadfastness upon the correct methodology. 630 00:27:47,470 --> 00:27:49,470 And that they do not deviate 631 00:27:49,470 --> 00:27:51,470 from the path. 632 00:27:51,470 --> 00:27:53,470 Allah, the Almighty and Majestic, guarantees 633 00:27:53,470 --> 00:27:55,470 the outcomes and brings about 634 00:27:55,470 --> 00:27:57,470 His victory, glory be to Him, according to His knowledge 635 00:27:57,470 --> 00:28:00,269 and His wisdom. 636 00:28:00,269 --> 00:28:02,269 External obstacles 637 00:28:02,269 --> 00:28:05,490 are those obstacles 638 00:28:05,490 --> 00:28:07,490 and challenges that arise 639 00:28:07,490 --> 00:28:09,490 from outside the Islamic ranks. 640 00:28:09,490 --> 00:28:11,490 Among these are, 641 00:28:11,490 --> 00:28:13,490 firstly: 642 00:28:13,490 --> 00:28:15,490 The overt disbelievers, 643 00:28:15,490 --> 00:28:17,490 who openly manifest their hostility 644 00:28:17,490 --> 00:28:19,490 and hatred toward Islam and its people, 645 00:28:19,490 --> 00:28:21,549 and wage war against them. 646 00:28:21,549 --> 00:28:23,549 Secondly: 647 00:28:23,549 --> 00:28:25,549 The hypocrites, 648 00:28:25,549 --> 00:28:27,549 who show Islam outwardly while concealing 649 00:28:27,549 --> 00:28:29,549 disbelief inwardly, 650 00:28:29,549 --> 00:28:31,549 being from among our own people, 651 00:28:31,549 --> 00:28:33,549 speaking our own language, 652 00:28:33,549 --> 00:28:35,549 such as the secularists and the apostates 653 00:28:35,549 --> 00:28:37,549 who plot against this religion, 654 00:28:37,549 --> 00:28:39,549 and take the disbelievers as allies— 655 00:28:39,549 --> 00:28:41,549 the Jews, the Christians, and others— 656 00:28:41,549 --> 00:28:43,549 and support them against the Muslims. 657 00:28:43,549 --> 00:28:45,579 Thirdly: 658 00:28:45,579 --> 00:28:47,579 The regimes that oppose 659 00:28:47,579 --> 00:28:49,579 Allah and His Messenger, 660 00:28:49,579 --> 00:28:51,579 which rule by other than what 661 00:28:51,579 --> 00:28:53,579 Allah has revealed, 662 00:28:53,579 --> 00:28:55,579 and persecute the callers to Islam and the reformers 663 00:28:55,579 --> 00:28:57,579 under the pretext that they are people of extremism 664 00:28:57,579 --> 00:28:59,579 and terrorism. 665 00:28:59,579 --> 00:29:01,579 Following these are all those who align with them, 666 00:29:01,579 --> 00:29:03,579 stand in their trenches, 667 00:29:03,579 --> 00:29:05,579 and are used by the tyrants 668 00:29:05,579 --> 00:29:07,579 to fight against the callers and reformers, 669 00:29:07,579 --> 00:29:09,579 such as the corrupt scholars, 670 00:29:09,579 --> 00:29:11,579 the corrupt judges, 671 00:29:11,579 --> 00:29:13,579 and the media, security, 672 00:29:13,579 --> 00:29:15,740 and military apparatuses. 673 00:29:15,740 --> 00:29:17,740 Internal obstacles 674 00:29:17,740 --> 00:29:19,740 are more dangerous than external ones, 675 00:29:19,740 --> 00:29:21,740 for if the Muslims were safe 676 00:29:21,740 --> 00:29:23,740 from the internal obstacles within their own souls, 677 00:29:23,740 --> 00:29:25,740 the external obstacles 678 00:29:25,740 --> 00:29:27,740 would not harm them. 679 00:29:27,740 --> 00:29:29,740 The Almighty said: 680 00:29:29,740 --> 00:29:31,740 ﴾But if you are patient and fear Allah, 681 00:29:31,740 --> 00:29:33,740 their plot will not harm you 682 00:29:33,740 --> 00:29:35,740 at all.﴿ 683 00:29:35,740 --> 00:29:37,740 “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) 684 00:29:37,740 --> 00:29:39,740 ﴾Allah will not change the condition of a people 685 00:29:39,740 --> 00:29:41,740 until they change 686 00:29:41,740 --> 00:29:44,769 what is in themselves.﴿ 687 00:29:44,769 --> 00:29:47,630 Disagreement: 688 00:29:47,630 --> 00:29:49,630 Disagreement is part of human nature, 689 00:29:49,630 --> 00:29:51,630 arising from that difference 690 00:29:51,630 --> 00:29:53,630 in intellects and understandings, 691 00:29:53,630 --> 00:29:55,630 the entry of desires, the whims 692 00:29:55,630 --> 00:29:57,630 of the self, and partisanship for opinions 693 00:29:57,630 --> 00:29:59,630 and positions. 694 00:29:59,630 --> 00:30:01,630 Nevertheless, the truth is one 695 00:30:01,630 --> 00:30:03,630 and does not multiply, 696 00:30:03,630 --> 00:30:05,630 though it may manifest in various forms. 697 00:30:05,630 --> 00:30:07,630 The existence of disagreement 698 00:30:07,630 --> 00:30:09,630 does not necessitate enmity or 699 00:30:09,630 --> 00:30:11,630 separation and estrangement, 700 00:30:11,630 --> 00:30:13,630 especially if it occurs 701 00:30:13,630 --> 00:30:15,630 within the circle of the Ahl al-Sunnah. 702 00:30:15,630 --> 00:30:17,630 The salaf continued to have 703 00:30:17,630 --> 00:30:19,630 disagreements among themselves regarding some 704 00:30:19,630 --> 00:30:21,630 issues of jurisprudence (fiqh), 705 00:30:21,630 --> 00:30:23,630 yet love 706 00:30:23,630 --> 00:30:25,630 and loyalty remained between them. 707 00:30:25,630 --> 00:30:27,630 Disagreement is of two types: 708 00:30:27,630 --> 00:30:29,630 Firstly: 709 00:30:29,630 --> 00:30:31,630 A type where one of the two parties is praised 710 00:30:31,630 --> 00:30:33,630 and the other is condemned, 711 00:30:33,630 --> 00:30:35,630 such as the disagreement that occurs 712 00:30:35,630 --> 00:30:37,630 between the believers and the disbelievers, 713 00:30:37,630 --> 00:30:39,630 or between the Ahl al-Sunnah 714 00:30:39,630 --> 00:30:41,630 and the proponents of innovation. 715 00:30:41,630 --> 00:30:43,630 As in His saying: 716 00:30:43,630 --> 00:30:45,630 ﴾But they differed, 717 00:30:45,630 --> 00:30:47,630 “Of those messengers, some of whom We have caused to excel others, and of whom there are some unto whom Allah spake, while some of them He exalted (above others) in degree; and We gave Jesus, son of Mary, clear proofs (of Allah's Sovereignty) and We supported him with the holy Spirit. And if Allah had so wiled it, those who followed after them would not have fought one with another after the clear proofs had come unto them. But they differed, some of them believing and some disbelieving. And if Allah had so willed it, they would not have fought one with another; but Allah doeth what He will.” (2:253) 718 00:30:47,630 --> 00:30:49,630 [some] believed and [some] disbelieved.﴿ 719 00:30:49,630 --> 00:30:51,630 And as in His saying: 720 00:30:51,630 --> 00:30:53,630 ﴾These are two adversaries who have disputed 721 00:30:53,630 --> 00:30:55,630 over their Lord.﴿ 722 00:30:55,630 --> 00:30:57,630 Everything related to matters 723 00:30:57,630 --> 00:30:59,630 of creed and its foundations 724 00:30:59,630 --> 00:31:01,630 upon which there is no disagreement— 725 00:31:01,630 --> 00:31:03,630 then distancing oneself from those who oppose it 726 00:31:03,630 --> 00:31:05,630 is mandatory, 727 00:31:05,630 --> 00:31:07,630 and it falls under this category. 728 00:31:07,630 --> 00:31:09,890 Secondly: 729 00:31:09,890 --> 00:31:11,890 A type where both 730 00:31:11,890 --> 00:31:13,890 disagreeing parties are condemned 731 00:31:13,890 --> 00:31:15,890 if this causes 732 00:31:15,890 --> 00:31:17,890 division and enmity; 733 00:31:17,890 --> 00:31:19,890 and it is praised if the party 734 00:31:19,890 --> 00:31:21,890 does not make this disagreement 735 00:31:21,890 --> 00:31:23,890 a cause for separation and division. 736 00:31:23,890 --> 00:31:25,890 The salaf of the Ummah accommodated this type 737 00:31:25,890 --> 00:31:27,890 of disagreement, 738 00:31:27,890 --> 00:31:29,890 and it did not result in 739 00:31:29,890 --> 00:31:31,890 division and enmity. 740 00:31:31,890 --> 00:31:34,940 What is permissible to disagree upon: 741 00:31:34,940 --> 00:31:37,940 Every issue 742 00:31:37,940 --> 00:31:39,940 that the salaf allowed disagreement in, 743 00:31:39,940 --> 00:31:41,940 we may also allow. 744 00:31:41,940 --> 00:31:43,940 It has multiple forms, 745 00:31:43,940 --> 00:31:45,940 among them: 746 00:31:45,940 --> 00:31:47,940 Firstly: 747 00:31:47,940 --> 00:31:49,940 Disagreement in defining 748 00:31:49,940 --> 00:31:51,940 the point of contention, 749 00:31:51,940 --> 00:31:53,940 which occurs when one of the disagreeing parties 750 00:31:53,940 --> 00:31:55,940 addresses a point of contention 751 00:31:55,940 --> 00:31:57,940 different from what the other addressed, 752 00:31:57,940 --> 00:31:59,940 or when one 753 00:31:59,940 --> 00:32:01,940 of the disagreeing parties calls it by a specific term 754 00:32:01,940 --> 00:32:03,940 and the other 755 00:32:03,940 --> 00:32:05,940 calls it by another term, 756 00:32:05,940 --> 00:32:07,940 while both return 757 00:32:07,940 --> 00:32:09,940 to the same meaning. 758 00:32:09,940 --> 00:32:11,940 Thus, it appears that there is a disagreement, 759 00:32:11,940 --> 00:32:13,940 but upon clarifying 760 00:32:13,940 --> 00:32:15,940 the point of contention, 761 00:32:15,940 --> 00:32:17,940 it becomes clear that there is agreement 762 00:32:17,940 --> 00:32:19,940 and not a dispute, 763 00:32:19,940 --> 00:32:21,940 such as the disagreement in the Tafsir of 764 00:32:21,940 --> 00:32:23,940 the "Straight Path," 765 00:32:23,940 --> 00:32:25,940 where it was interpreted as Islam, 766 00:32:25,940 --> 00:32:27,940 and interpreted as the Sunnah. 767 00:32:27,940 --> 00:32:29,940 These interpretations 768 00:32:29,940 --> 00:32:31,940 are of the category of "disagreement of diversity," 769 00:32:31,940 --> 00:32:33,940 as they are common names 770 00:32:33,940 --> 00:32:35,940 for one single meaning, 771 00:32:35,940 --> 00:32:38,099 which is Islam. 772 00:32:38,099 --> 00:32:40,099 Secondly: 773 00:32:40,099 --> 00:32:42,099 Disagreement on an issue that has 774 00:32:42,099 --> 00:32:44,099 several forms, all of which are 775 00:32:44,099 --> 00:32:46,099 correct and not contradictory. 776 00:32:46,099 --> 00:32:48,099 This appears in 777 00:32:48,099 --> 00:32:50,099 the descriptions of some acts of worship, 778 00:32:50,099 --> 00:32:52,099 such as the disagreement on the method 779 00:32:52,099 --> 00:32:54,099 of performing the prayer, 780 00:32:54,099 --> 00:32:56,099 with some saying it is performed in pairs, 781 00:32:56,099 --> 00:32:58,099 and others individually, 782 00:32:58,099 --> 00:33:00,099 as a sound hadith has been reported 783 00:33:00,099 --> 00:33:02,099 for each form, 784 00:33:02,099 --> 00:33:04,190 and like the disagreement in the Qur'anic recitations. 785 00:33:04,190 --> 00:33:06,190 Thirdly: 786 00:33:06,190 --> 00:33:08,190 Disagreement regarding a specific issue 787 00:33:08,190 --> 00:33:10,190 for which evidence has been reported, 788 00:33:10,190 --> 00:33:12,190 then the opponent comes 789 00:33:12,190 --> 00:33:14,190 with evidence contradicting it. 790 00:33:14,190 --> 00:33:16,190 After investigating the evidence, 791 00:33:16,190 --> 00:33:18,190 it appears that one of the two 792 00:33:18,190 --> 00:33:20,190 pieces of evidence is stronger and more correct than the other. 793 00:33:20,190 --> 00:33:22,190 Here, it is mandatory 794 00:33:22,190 --> 00:33:24,190 to return to the stronger opinion. 795 00:33:24,190 --> 00:33:26,190 Each party might insist 796 00:33:26,190 --> 00:33:28,190 that their evidence is the most correct; 797 00:33:28,190 --> 00:33:30,190 this is among what is permissible 798 00:33:30,190 --> 00:33:32,190 to disagree upon, 799 00:33:32,190 --> 00:33:34,190 and it is not permissible for it to be a cause 800 00:33:34,190 --> 00:33:36,190 for division. 801 00:33:36,190 --> 00:33:38,190 However, this does not mean adopting 802 00:33:38,190 --> 00:33:40,190 eccentric opinions 803 00:33:40,190 --> 00:33:42,190 or some of the slips of scholars 804 00:33:42,190 --> 00:33:44,190 that contradict the evidence; 805 00:33:44,190 --> 00:33:46,190 rather, one must advise the opponent 806 00:33:46,190 --> 00:33:48,190 and return them to the evidence. 807 00:33:48,190 --> 00:33:51,339 The error of the statement: 808 00:33:51,339 --> 00:33:53,339 "There is no condemnation in matters of disagreement." 809 00:33:53,339 --> 00:33:56,210 The absolute use of this phrase 810 00:33:56,210 --> 00:33:58,210 is incorrect. 811 00:33:58,210 --> 00:34:00,210 The correct way to say it is: 812 00:34:00,210 --> 00:34:02,210 "There is no condemnation in matters of 813 00:34:02,210 --> 00:34:04,210 ijtihad (independent legal reasoning)," 814 00:34:04,210 --> 00:34:06,210 because for disagreement in an issue 815 00:34:06,210 --> 00:34:08,210 for which sound evidence has been reported, 816 00:34:08,210 --> 00:34:10,210 it is mandatory to condemn the one 817 00:34:10,210 --> 00:34:12,210 who adopts the contrary, 818 00:34:12,210 --> 00:34:14,210 but without separation or enmity. 819 00:34:14,210 --> 00:34:16,210 As for matters of 820 00:34:16,210 --> 00:34:18,210 ijtihad for which no 821 00:34:18,210 --> 00:34:20,210 evidence has been reported, 822 00:34:20,210 --> 00:34:23,070 there is no condemnation in them. 823 00:34:23,070 --> 00:34:25,070 The first incitement of some against others 824 00:34:25,070 --> 00:34:27,070 is that which arises from division 825 00:34:27,070 --> 00:34:30,289 and disagreement. 826 00:34:30,289 --> 00:34:32,289 Indeed, the thing that most enrages the Shaytan 827 00:34:32,289 --> 00:34:34,289 is to see harmony, love, 828 00:34:34,289 --> 00:34:36,289 and unity among the callers 829 00:34:36,289 --> 00:34:38,289 and reformers in this Ummah, 830 00:34:38,289 --> 00:34:40,289 The thing that brings him the greatest joy 831 00:34:40,289 --> 00:34:42,289 is to sow discord and enmity 832 00:34:42,289 --> 00:34:44,289 among them, 833 00:34:44,289 --> 00:34:46,289 for he knows that unity 834 00:34:46,289 --> 00:34:48,289 is a cause for victory and success 835 00:34:48,289 --> 00:34:50,289 in this world and the Hereafter, 836 00:34:50,289 --> 00:34:52,289 while division leads to failure 837 00:34:52,289 --> 00:34:54,289 and the loss of strength, 838 00:34:54,289 --> 00:34:56,289 just as in an atmosphere of division 839 00:34:56,289 --> 00:34:58,289 and disagreement, injustice spreads. 840 00:34:58,289 --> 00:35:00,289 Among the manifestations of this injustice 841 00:35:00,289 --> 00:35:02,289 occurring today among Muslims 842 00:35:02,289 --> 00:35:04,289 are the following: 843 00:35:04,289 --> 00:35:06,289 First: 844 00:35:06,289 --> 00:35:08,289 Backbiting and tale-bearing, 845 00:35:08,289 --> 00:35:10,289 stemming from envy and malice, 846 00:35:10,289 --> 00:35:12,289 thinking ill of those who call to Allah, 847 00:35:12,289 --> 00:35:14,349 and prying into their faults. 848 00:35:14,349 --> 00:35:16,349 Second: 849 00:35:16,349 --> 00:35:18,349 The matter may go beyond backbiting 850 00:35:18,349 --> 00:35:20,349 and envy to attempting 851 00:35:20,349 --> 00:35:22,349 to harm some reformers, 852 00:35:22,349 --> 00:35:24,349 through false accusations 853 00:35:24,349 --> 00:35:26,349 that result in 854 00:35:26,349 --> 00:35:28,349 harm to their persons, honor, 855 00:35:28,349 --> 00:35:30,610 or wealth. 856 00:35:30,610 --> 00:35:32,610 Third: 857 00:35:32,610 --> 00:35:34,610 Denying scholars their due right, 858 00:35:34,610 --> 00:35:36,610 and forgetting their trials, efforts, and struggles 859 00:35:36,610 --> 00:35:38,610 simply because of a stumble, 860 00:35:38,610 --> 00:35:40,610 or a few stumbles attributed to them; 861 00:35:40,610 --> 00:35:42,610 this is a form of injustice 862 00:35:42,610 --> 00:35:44,610 and a lack of justice and fairness. 863 00:35:44,610 --> 00:35:46,639 Fourth: 864 00:35:46,639 --> 00:35:48,639 Rejoicing when people of 865 00:35:48,639 --> 00:35:50,639 knowledge and reform 866 00:35:50,639 --> 00:35:52,639 fall into errors and mistakes, 867 00:35:52,639 --> 00:35:54,639 while feeling sadness and distress 868 00:35:54,639 --> 00:35:56,639 when they arrive at the truth, 869 00:35:56,639 --> 00:35:58,639 and gloating over them if 870 00:35:58,639 --> 00:36:00,829 they are afflicted with hardship or harm. 871 00:36:00,829 --> 00:36:02,829 Fifth: 872 00:36:02,829 --> 00:36:04,829 A lack of clarity and honesty 873 00:36:04,829 --> 00:36:06,829 among those of knowledge, 874 00:36:06,829 --> 00:36:08,829 and dealing with one another using ambiguous, 875 00:36:08,829 --> 00:36:10,829 devious methods that may involve 876 00:36:10,829 --> 00:36:12,829 lying, treachery, 877 00:36:12,829 --> 00:36:14,829 or betrayal; 878 00:36:14,829 --> 00:36:16,829 all of this is injustice and a cause of ruin. 879 00:36:16,829 --> 00:36:18,900 Sixth: 880 00:36:18,900 --> 00:36:20,900 Remaining silent regarding the injustice and aggression 881 00:36:20,900 --> 00:36:22,900 that befalls some callers to Allah, 882 00:36:22,900 --> 00:36:24,900 refraining from supporting them 883 00:36:24,900 --> 00:36:26,900 when one is able to do so, 884 00:36:26,900 --> 00:36:28,900 and sitting with those who speak 885 00:36:28,900 --> 00:36:30,900 ill of them, slander them, 886 00:36:30,900 --> 00:36:32,900 and attribute faults to them, 887 00:36:32,900 --> 00:36:34,900 without rebuking them 888 00:36:34,900 --> 00:36:36,900 or leaving their company 889 00:36:36,900 --> 00:36:38,900 when one is unable to offer a rebuke. 890 00:36:38,900 --> 00:36:40,900 Seventh: 891 00:36:40,900 --> 00:36:42,900 Among the injustices occurring 892 00:36:42,900 --> 00:36:44,900 between some callers to Allah 893 00:36:44,900 --> 00:36:46,900 is the aggression in their responses 894 00:36:46,900 --> 00:36:48,900 to one another, 895 00:36:48,900 --> 00:36:50,900 whether in dialogue, 896 00:36:50,900 --> 00:36:52,900 debates, or written works; 897 00:36:52,900 --> 00:36:54,900 these responses are often 898 00:36:54,900 --> 00:36:56,900 governed by personal desire, 899 00:36:56,900 --> 00:36:58,900 especially if they take place 900 00:36:58,900 --> 00:37:00,900 in the presence of groups of people. 901 00:37:00,900 --> 00:37:02,900 Among the forms of this transgression 902 00:37:02,900 --> 00:37:04,900 are questioning intentions and motives, 903 00:37:04,900 --> 00:37:06,900 rejecting the truth 904 00:37:06,900 --> 00:37:08,900 when it is spoken by an opponent, 905 00:37:08,900 --> 00:37:10,900 forcing an opponent to accept 906 00:37:10,900 --> 00:37:12,900 the implications of their words 907 00:37:12,900 --> 00:37:14,900 which they do not actually hold, 908 00:37:14,900 --> 00:37:16,900 leveling baseless accusations 909 00:37:16,900 --> 00:37:18,900 against an opponent, 910 00:37:18,900 --> 00:37:20,900 and showing blind partisanship for certain 911 00:37:20,900 --> 00:37:22,900 opinions, even if they are 912 00:37:22,900 --> 00:37:25,630 false. 913 00:37:25,630 --> 00:37:27,630 A summary of the concepts 914 00:37:27,630 --> 00:37:29,630 of the Ahl al-Sunnah.