WEBVTT 00:00:00.240 --> 00:00:08.669 A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah. 00:00:08.669 --> 00:00:10.669 The terminology of victory (nasr). 00:00:10.669 --> 00:00:15.310 The term 'victory' appears in the Qur'an with multiple meanings. 00:00:15.310 --> 00:00:20.309 These are variations of diversity, not variations of contradiction. 00:00:20.309 --> 00:00:22.309 Among these meanings are: 00:00:22.309 --> 00:00:25.309 First: relief or a way out. 00:00:26.309 --> 00:00:30.309 "Or do you think that you will enter Paradise..." 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?" 00:00:35.310 --> 00:00:38.310 "They were touched by poverty and hardship..." 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) 00:00:43.310 --> 00:00:45.310 "...'When is the help of Allah?'" 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) 00:00:48.310 --> 00:00:52.380 Second: overcoming and prevailing. 00:00:52.380 --> 00:00:54.380 Allah the Exalted says: 00:00:54.380 --> 00:00:59.380 "...and victory is not except from Allah, the Exalted in Might, the Wise." 00:00:59.380 --> 00:01:01.380 And He the Exalted says: 00:01:01.380 --> 00:01:05.379 “And verily Our word went forth of old unto Our bondmen sent (to warn)” (37:171) 00:01:05.379 --> 00:01:08.379 "...indeed, they are the ones who will be victorious." 00:01:08.379 --> 00:01:10.469 Third: 00:01:10.469 --> 00:01:15.469 Supporting the Messenger, peace be upon him, and his followers against his enemies. 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) 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) 00:01:22.469 --> 00:01:25.469 "...it is those who are the successful." 00:01:25.469 --> 00:01:27.540 Fourth: 00:01:27.540 --> 00:01:29.540 Salvation from the punishment of Allah. 00:01:29.540 --> 00:01:31.540 Allah the Exalted says: 00:01:31.540 --> 00:01:36.540 "'Then who would help me against Allah if I disobeyed Him?'" 00:01:36.540 --> 00:01:38.569 Fifth: 00:01:38.569 --> 00:01:40.569 Supporting the oppressed. 00:01:40.569 --> 00:01:41.569 He the Glorified says: 00:01:41.569 --> 00:01:46.569 "And do not kill the soul which Allah has forbidden, except by right." 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) 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) 00:01:54.569 --> 00:01:57.569 "...indeed, he has been supported." 00:01:57.569 --> 00:01:59.599 Sixth: 00:01:59.599 --> 00:02:01.599 Victory over the disbelievers. 00:02:01.599 --> 00:02:03.599 Allah the Exalted says: 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) 00:02:08.599 --> 00:02:10.699 Seventh: 00:02:10.699 --> 00:02:14.699 Allah honoring His servants and their striving in His cause. 00:02:14.699 --> 00:02:16.699 Allah the Exalted says: 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) 00:02:20.699 --> 00:02:22.789 Eighth: 00:02:22.789 --> 00:02:25.789 Deliverance from the punishment of Allah on the Day of Resurrection. 00:02:25.789 --> 00:02:27.789 Allah the Exalted says: 00:02:27.789 --> 00:02:33.789 "'Do not cry out today; indeed, you will not be helped by Us.'" 00:02:33.789 --> 00:02:35.919 Ninth: 00:02:35.919 --> 00:02:37.919 Strength and invulnerability. 00:02:37.919 --> 00:02:39.919 Allah the Exalted says: 00:02:39.919 --> 00:02:45.919 “And they were unable to rise up, nor could they help themselves.” (51:45) 00:02:45.919 --> 00:02:50.969 Victory and defeat. 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. 00:02:55.969 --> 00:03:00.969 And the exaltation of faith, regardless of the trials and tribulations. 00:03:00.969 --> 00:03:02.969 Conversely: 00:03:02.969 --> 00:03:06.969 Defeat is the defeat of faith in the hearts of its people. 00:03:06.969 --> 00:03:09.969 And the shaking of the creed in the face of trials. 00:03:10.969 --> 00:03:12.969 Indeed, victory in battles: 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. 00:03:17.969 --> 00:03:19.969 And victory in its highest forms: 00:03:19.969 --> 00:03:22.969 Is the triumph of the spirit over the material. 00:03:22.969 --> 00:03:24.969 The triumph of the creed over pain. 00:03:24.969 --> 00:03:27.969 And faith over tribulation. 00:03:27.969 --> 00:03:31.969 With this correct understanding of the reality of victory and defeat: 00:03:31.969 --> 00:03:34.969 They have concepts in the tangible reality. 00:03:34.969 --> 00:03:38.969 Led by the sound understanding previously explained. 00:03:38.969 --> 00:03:40.969 Among these: 00:03:40.969 --> 00:03:41.969 First: 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. 00:03:47.969 --> 00:03:51.969 Rather, prophets and callers may die or be killed. 00:03:51.969 --> 00:03:55.969 And this becomes a cause for the manifestation of the truth and its empowerment. 00:03:55.969 --> 00:04:01.129 How many a martyr has achieved victory for his creed through his martyrdom! 00:04:01.129 --> 00:04:02.129 Second: 00:04:02.129 --> 00:04:04.129 Tangible victory in battles. 00:04:04.129 --> 00:04:07.129 Firmness of footing therein. 00:04:07.129 --> 00:04:12.219 And sacrificing wealth and self for the sake of Allah the Exalted. 00:04:12.219 --> 00:04:13.219 Third: 00:04:13.219 --> 00:04:16.220 Victory is not by numbers or equipment. 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. 00:04:21.220 --> 00:04:25.220 Against which the power of all creation cannot stand. 00:04:25.220 --> 00:04:27.220 Allah the Exalted says: 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) 00:04:34.319 --> 00:04:35.319 Fourth: 00:04:35.319 --> 00:04:37.319 The truth is never defeated. 00:04:37.319 --> 00:04:42.319 Rather, its followers are defeated if they neglect to take the means of victory. 00:04:42.319 --> 00:04:44.319 He the Glorified says: 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) 00:04:50.449 --> 00:04:51.449 Fifth: 00:04:51.449 --> 00:04:54.449 Every call to Allah based on insight. 00:04:54.449 --> 00:04:57.449 In which the soldiers are sincere to Allah. 00:04:57.449 --> 00:05:02.449 It is prevailing and victorious, no matter what obstacles are placed in its path. 00:05:02.449 --> 00:05:04.449 He the Glorified says: 00:05:04.449 --> 00:05:08.449 “And verily Our word went forth of old unto Our bondmen sent (to warn)” (37:171) 00:05:08.449 --> 00:05:12.449 "...indeed, they are the ones who will be victorious." 00:05:12.449 --> 00:05:15.449 This is the promise of Allah, which does not fail. 00:05:15.449 --> 00:05:20.449 But it is contingent upon the decree of Allah, His wisdom, and His knowledge. 00:05:20.449 --> 00:05:22.449 He brings it about when He wills. 00:05:22.449 --> 00:05:28.449 Its apparent effects may be slow when measured against the limited lifespans of humans. 00:05:28.449 --> 00:05:31.449 But it does not fail. 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) 00:05:34.449 --> 00:05:38.449 It may be realized in a form that humans do not perceive. 00:05:38.449 --> 00:05:42.449 Because they seek the familiar forms of victory and prevailing. 00:05:42.449 --> 00:05:49.449 But Allah the Almighty desires another form of victory that is more complete and lasting. 00:05:49.449 --> 00:05:53.449 Thus, what Allah wills comes to pass, not what humans will. 00:05:53.449 --> 00:05:55.670 Sixth: 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. 00:06:02.670 --> 00:06:05.670 For it has never happened in human history: 00:06:05.670 --> 00:06:08.670 That a group remained steadfast upon the guidance of Allah. 00:06:08.670 --> 00:06:13.670 Except that He granted them strength, invulnerability, and happiness in the end. 00:06:13.670 --> 00:06:18.670 After preparing them to carry the trust and preserve it. 00:06:18.670 --> 00:06:20.670 Allah the Exalted says: 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) 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) 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) 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) 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) 00:06:43.670 --> 00:06:46.670 This is the path to victory. 00:06:46.670 --> 00:06:47.670 Seventh: 00:06:47.670 --> 00:06:50.670 Many callers often say: 00:06:50.670 --> 00:06:54.670 That what the Muslims lack in order to be victorious: 00:06:54.670 --> 00:06:59.670 Is a leader like Salah al-Din and other conquering leaders. 00:06:59.670 --> 00:07:01.670 This is a mistake. 00:07:01.670 --> 00:07:04.670 For if someone like Salah al-Din were to emerge today: 00:07:04.670 --> 00:07:06.670 The tyrants of the age would strike him down. 00:07:06.670 --> 00:07:09.670 And accuse him of terrorism and extremism. 00:07:09.670 --> 00:07:13.670 Therefore, the leader qualified for victory: 00:07:13.670 --> 00:07:17.670 Only emerges from a striving, rising Ummah. 00:07:17.670 --> 00:07:20.670 The Ummah is a condition for the existence of the leader. 00:07:20.670 --> 00:07:22.670 And not the other way around. 00:07:22.670 --> 00:07:27.600 The causes of victory and the foundations of empowerment. 00:07:27.600 --> 00:07:31.459 Victory and empowerment have causes and foundations. 00:07:31.459 --> 00:07:34.459 According to the Prophetic methodology for change. 00:07:34.459 --> 00:07:36.459 Summarized as follows: 00:07:36.459 --> 00:07:37.459 First: 00:07:37.459 --> 00:07:41.459 Sound understanding and insight in the religion. 00:07:41.459 --> 00:07:43.459 Allah the Exalted says: 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) 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) 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) 00:07:53.459 --> 00:07:56.620 So whoever desires to support this religion: 00:07:56.620 --> 00:07:59.620 And strives for its empowerment on earth: 00:07:59.620 --> 00:08:03.620 Must possess sound insight into the religion. 00:08:03.620 --> 00:08:07.620 This is by following the Messenger, peace be upon him. 00:08:07.620 --> 00:08:10.620 And tracing his guidance and methodology. 00:08:10.620 --> 00:08:11.620 The most important of which: 00:08:11.620 --> 00:08:15.620 Is beginning the call with the Oneness of Allah the Almighty. 00:08:15.620 --> 00:08:16.620 He has no partner. 00:08:16.620 --> 00:08:18.620 And correcting the creed. 00:08:18.620 --> 00:08:22.620 This is what the Messenger, peace be upon him, began with. 00:08:22.620 --> 00:08:25.620 And the prophets before him. 00:08:25.620 --> 00:08:26.620 Allah the Exalted says: 00:08:26.620 --> 00:08:30.620 "And We certainly sent into every nation a messenger..." 00:08:30.620 --> 00:08:33.620 "...'Worship Allah and avoid Taghut.'" 00:08:33.620 --> 00:08:35.620 And He the Glorified says: 00:08:35.620 --> 00:08:38.620 "And We sent not before you any messenger..." 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) 00:08:44.620 --> 00:08:46.750 Second: 00:08:46.750 --> 00:08:51.750 Sincerity to Allah the Exalted in carrying out the call and purity of intention. 00:08:51.750 --> 00:08:55.750 This is taken from the previous verse in Surah Yusuf. 00:08:55.750 --> 00:08:57.750 In His saying: 00:08:57.750 --> 00:08:59.750 "I invite to Allah." 00:08:59.750 --> 00:09:03.750 Meaning: I invite to Allah alone, sincere to Him in religion. 00:09:03.750 --> 00:09:07.750 Not to myself or any other purpose. 00:09:07.750 --> 00:09:09.879 Third: 00:09:09.879 --> 00:09:12.879 Unity of word and unity of rank. 00:09:12.879 --> 00:09:16.879 This foundation is the fruit of sincerity and purity of intention. 00:09:16.879 --> 00:09:19.879 Because among the greatest causes of division: 00:09:19.879 --> 00:09:23.879 Is weak sincerity, following desires, and personal interests. 00:09:23.879 --> 00:09:28.879 Especially if those who differ are upon a correct understanding and a sound methodology. 00:09:28.879 --> 00:09:31.879 If they differ while they are upon one methodology: 00:09:31.879 --> 00:09:36.879 Then surely, desires and weak sincerity were the cause. 00:09:36.879 --> 00:09:41.879 Allah the Glorified has shown us in His Book a Sunnah that does not change. 00:09:41.879 --> 00:09:44.879 Which is that failure and the delay of victory: 00:09:44.879 --> 00:09:47.879 Are the fruit of disagreement and division. 00:09:47.879 --> 00:09:49.879 He the Glorified says: 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) 00:09:53.879 --> 00:09:55.200 Fourth: 00:09:55.200 --> 00:09:58.200 There must be testing and distinction. 00:09:58.200 --> 00:10:01.200 Allah the Almighty says: 00:10:01.200 --> 00:10:06.200 “And that Allah may prove those who believe, and may blight the disbelievers.” (3:141) 00:10:06.200 --> 00:10:08.200 And He the Glorified says: 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) 00:10:16.230 --> 00:10:20.230 Allah the Almighty teaches us in these two verses: 00:10:20.230 --> 00:10:23.230 That there is no empowerment before testing. 00:10:23.230 --> 00:10:26.230 And before the evil is distinguished from the good. 00:10:26.230 --> 00:10:30.230 Therefore, before empowerment and victory: 00:10:30.230 --> 00:10:33.230 There must be the trial that paves the way for it. 00:10:33.230 --> 00:10:38.230 This requires that the call takes its share of clear proclamation of this religion. 00:10:38.230 --> 00:10:41.230 So that the proof is established against the people. 00:10:41.230 --> 00:10:44.230 And those who perish might perish upon evidence. 00:10:44.230 --> 00:10:47.419 And those who live might live upon evidence. 00:10:47.419 --> 00:10:48.419 Fifth: 00:10:48.419 --> 00:10:53.419 Taking the available and permissible material means. 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: 00:10:59.580 --> 00:11:02.580 Then the intent of this fifth foundation: 00:11:02.580 --> 00:11:06.580 Is taking the means of material strength and preparing for that. 00:11:06.580 --> 00:11:09.580 According to one's ability and capacity. 00:11:09.580 --> 00:11:11.580 In our reality today: 00:11:11.580 --> 00:11:14.580 It is incumbent upon those standing to support the religion: 00:11:14.580 --> 00:11:16.580 Material preparation. 00:11:16.580 --> 00:11:18.580 Media preparation. 00:11:18.580 --> 00:11:20.580 Military preparation. 00:11:20.580 --> 00:11:23.580 And other such commanded means. 00:11:23.580 --> 00:11:27.580 Which should not be neglected. 00:11:27.580 --> 00:11:28.740 Sixth: 00:11:28.740 --> 00:11:31.740 Reliance upon Allah the Almighty. 00:11:31.740 --> 00:11:33.740 And seeking help from Him alone. 00:11:33.740 --> 00:11:37.740 This is an important foundation of the foundations of victory and empowerment. 00:11:37.740 --> 00:11:42.740 And although it is included in the first and second foundations: 00:11:42.740 --> 00:11:47.740 Singling it out here in an independent paragraph has its importance. 00:11:47.740 --> 00:11:51.740 So that the supporters of Allah do not become attached to the means. 00:11:51.740 --> 00:11:54.740 And their seeking help from Allah the Almighty weakens. 00:11:54.740 --> 00:11:58.740 For Allah the Glorified is the Supporter and the Helper. 00:11:58.740 --> 00:12:00.740 Allah the Exalted says: 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) 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) 00:12:08.740 --> 00:12:11.740 The reality of reliance upon Allah: 00:12:11.740 --> 00:12:14.740 Is the ultimate dependence upon Allah the Glorified. 00:12:14.740 --> 00:12:18.740 With the ultimate trust and good opinion of Him the Glorified. 00:12:18.740 --> 00:12:21.740 And disavowing one's own power and strength. 00:12:21.740 --> 00:12:23.740 And realizing His saying: 00:12:23.740 --> 00:12:28.740 "...and victory is not except from Allah, the Exalted in Might, the Wise." 00:12:28.740 --> 00:12:33.809 It also requires frequent remembrance of Allah, glorifying Him, and seeking His forgiveness. 00:12:33.809 --> 00:12:35.809 And frequent prayer. 00:12:35.809 --> 00:12:37.809 He the Glorified says: 00:12:37.809 --> 00:12:39.809 "So be patient over what they say..." 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) 00:12:44.809 --> 00:12:48.809 “And in the night-time hymn His praise, and after the (prescribed) prostrations.” (50:40) 00:12:48.809 --> 00:12:52.809 And strengthening the recourse to Allah the Almighty. 00:12:52.809 --> 00:12:55.809 and his supplication and humble entreaty before Him, 00:12:55.809 --> 00:12:58.809 in seeking victory and repelling the evil of enemies, 00:12:58.809 --> 00:13:01.809 and having certainty in the victory of Allah, glory be to Him, 00:13:01.809 --> 00:13:04.809 and in His subjugation of the hosts of the heavens and the earth 00:13:04.809 --> 00:13:06.809 to aid His allies, 00:13:06.809 --> 00:13:08.809 provided they fulfill the causes of victory. 00:13:08.809 --> 00:13:12.809 This is what the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, did 00:13:12.809 --> 00:13:14.809 in his military expeditions. 00:13:14.809 --> 00:13:17.809 In the Battle of Badr, he organized the army, 00:13:17.809 --> 00:13:19.809 and took all possible practical measures, 00:13:19.809 --> 00:13:21.809 then he turned toward the command post, 00:13:21.809 --> 00:13:24.809 supplicating and beseeching his Lord for victory. 00:13:24.809 --> 00:13:28.809 The same was true in the Battle of the Trench and other expeditions. 00:13:28.809 --> 00:13:31.809 This is the balanced, just methodology 00:13:31.809 --> 00:13:33.809 for seeking the victory of Allah the Almighty, 00:13:33.809 --> 00:13:36.809 situated between two blameworthy extremes. 00:13:36.809 --> 00:13:38.809 The first extreme: 00:13:38.809 --> 00:13:42.809 those who believe that Allah will grant them victory 00:13:42.809 --> 00:13:44.809 simply because they are Muslims, 00:13:44.809 --> 00:13:48.809 even if they neglect all or some of the causes of victory. 00:13:48.809 --> 00:13:50.809 They say 00:13:50.809 --> 00:13:52.809 that they rely upon Allah, 00:13:52.809 --> 00:13:56.809 without taking the necessary religious and material means. 00:13:56.809 --> 00:13:58.840 The second extreme: 00:13:58.840 --> 00:14:02.840 those who exaggerate in material matters and become attached to them, 00:14:02.840 --> 00:14:05.840 and believe that victory cannot occur 00:14:05.840 --> 00:14:08.840 unless the strength of the Muslims 00:14:08.840 --> 00:14:10.840 is equal to or greater than the strength of the disbelievers. 00:14:10.840 --> 00:14:13.840 Their reliance upon Allah is weak, 00:14:13.840 --> 00:14:16.840 as is their trust in His victory and His subjugation of the enemies 00:14:16.840 --> 00:14:19.840 through the weapon of terror, the weapon of the angels, 00:14:19.840 --> 00:14:22.840 and other signs and miracles. 00:14:22.840 --> 00:14:25.840 They have forgotten the saying of the Almighty: 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) 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) 00:14:31.840 --> 00:14:34.840 "And Allah is with the patient." 00:14:34.840 --> 00:14:36.840 This perception has resulted in 00:14:36.840 --> 00:14:38.840 a weakness in turning to Allah 00:14:38.840 --> 00:14:40.840 and seeking victory from Him. 00:14:40.840 --> 00:14:42.840 They have despaired of the triumph of the religion 00:14:42.840 --> 00:14:44.840 due to the superiority of the enemies 00:14:44.840 --> 00:14:47.840 in their numbers and equipment. 00:14:49.580 --> 00:14:51.580 Unity and Division 00:14:51.580 --> 00:14:55.110 What is meant by the "community" (Jama'ah) 00:14:55.110 --> 00:14:58.110 is whoever follows what was followed by 00:14:58.110 --> 00:15:00.110 the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, 00:15:00.110 --> 00:15:03.110 and his Companions in belief and conduct. 00:15:03.110 --> 00:15:05.110 This definition of the community 00:15:05.110 --> 00:15:09.110 is derived from his saying, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him: 00:15:09.110 --> 00:15:11.110 "My Ummah will split into 00:15:11.110 --> 00:15:13.110 seventy-three sects; 00:15:13.110 --> 00:15:15.110 one will be in Paradise, 00:15:15.110 --> 00:15:18.110 and seventy-two will be in the Fire." 00:15:18.110 --> 00:15:21.110 It was asked, "O Messenger of Allah, who are they?" 00:15:21.110 --> 00:15:24.110 He said, "The community." 00:15:24.110 --> 00:15:26.110 And in another hadith: 00:15:26.110 --> 00:15:29.210 "That which I and my Companions are upon." 00:15:29.210 --> 00:15:31.210 Al-Shatibi, may Allah have mercy on him, mentioned 00:15:31.210 --> 00:15:33.210 several meanings for the community, 00:15:33.210 --> 00:15:35.210 which boil down to two meanings. 00:15:35.210 --> 00:15:37.210 They are, firstly: 00:15:37.210 --> 00:15:40.210 the community of creed and methodology, 00:15:40.210 --> 00:15:42.210 which is the one committed to what 00:15:42.210 --> 00:15:45.210 the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, 00:15:45.210 --> 00:15:48.210 and his Companions, may Allah be pleased with them, were upon 00:15:48.210 --> 00:15:51.210 regarding matters of belief and fundamental ethics. 00:15:51.210 --> 00:15:53.210 Secondly: 00:15:53.210 --> 00:15:56.210 the community in the specific sense, 00:15:56.210 --> 00:15:59.210 which is adherence to the body of Muslims 00:15:59.210 --> 00:16:02.210 that has an Imam who conforms to the Shari'ah, 00:16:02.210 --> 00:16:06.210 and not separating from them or rebelling against them. 00:16:06.210 --> 00:16:11.070 The blameworthy division that is forbidden 00:16:11.070 --> 00:16:14.870 is for the single community to split 00:16:15.870 --> 00:16:17.870 among itself, 00:16:17.870 --> 00:16:20.870 because division among those of the same methodology 00:16:20.870 --> 00:16:23.870 only occurs due to whims 00:16:23.870 --> 00:16:25.870 and personal interests. 00:16:25.870 --> 00:16:27.870 This type of division 00:16:27.870 --> 00:16:30.870 is what the texts of the Book and the Sunnah 00:16:30.870 --> 00:16:32.870 have forbidden and warned 00:16:32.870 --> 00:16:34.870 against its consequences, 00:16:34.870 --> 00:16:36.870 as in the saying of the Almighty: 00:16:36.870 --> 00:16:38.870 "And do not be like those 00:16:38.870 --> 00:16:40.870 who became divided and differed 00:16:40.870 --> 00:16:42.870 after there had come to them..." 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) 00:16:46.870 --> 00:16:48.870 And the saying of the Almighty: 00:16:48.870 --> 00:16:50.870 "Turning in repentance to Him, and fear Him, 00:16:50.870 --> 00:16:52.870 and establish prayer, 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) 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) 00:16:57.870 --> 00:16:59.870 and do not be of those who split up their religion 00:16:59.870 --> 00:17:02.870 and became sects, each faction rejoicing in what it has." 00:17:02.870 --> 00:17:05.869 And the saying of the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him: 00:17:05.869 --> 00:17:08.869 "The community is a mercy, 00:17:08.869 --> 00:17:10.869 and division is a torment." 00:17:10.869 --> 00:17:13.869 Narrated by Ahmad and classified as hasan by Al-Albani. 00:17:13.869 --> 00:17:16.900 This is what the reports from the salaf have addressed 00:17:16.900 --> 00:17:18.900 in warning against, 00:17:18.900 --> 00:17:21.900 such as the saying of Ibn Mas'ud, may Allah be pleased with him: 00:17:21.900 --> 00:17:23.900 "Dissent is evil." 00:17:23.900 --> 00:17:24.900 And his saying: 00:17:24.900 --> 00:17:26.900 "What you dislike while in the community 00:17:26.900 --> 00:17:30.900 is better than what you love while in division." 00:17:30.900 --> 00:17:34.769 Praiseworthy separation 00:17:34.769 --> 00:17:37.539 is the separation from sects 00:17:37.539 --> 00:17:39.539 and heretical groups 00:17:39.539 --> 00:17:41.539 that contradict what 00:17:41.539 --> 00:17:44.539 the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, 00:17:44.539 --> 00:17:45.539 and his Companions were upon. 00:17:45.539 --> 00:17:49.539 This is a praiseworthy and necessary separation. 00:17:49.539 --> 00:17:54.299 Moderation in Unity and Division 00:17:54.299 --> 00:17:57.980 Moderation means justice and the middle path, 00:17:57.980 --> 00:18:00.980 meaning there are two blameworthy extremes 00:18:00.980 --> 00:18:04.009 and one praiseworthy middle. 00:18:04.009 --> 00:18:07.009 The extreme of excess in understanding the community 00:18:07.009 --> 00:18:09.009 is to narrow its concept 00:18:09.009 --> 00:18:11.009 until it ends up 00:18:11.009 --> 00:18:13.009 excluding groups and individuals 00:18:13.009 --> 00:18:16.009 from the circle of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah 00:18:16.009 --> 00:18:18.009 simply because they fell into errors 00:18:18.009 --> 00:18:20.009 that are open to scholarly disagreement, 00:18:20.009 --> 00:18:22.009 or a difference in a chapter 00:18:22.009 --> 00:18:23.009 of the chapters of creed 00:18:23.009 --> 00:18:25.009 due to an effort of understanding (ijtihad), 00:18:25.009 --> 00:18:27.009 and not due to adherence to a principle 00:18:27.009 --> 00:18:29.099 of the principles of the people of innovation. 00:18:29.099 --> 00:18:32.099 This understanding from this side has led 00:18:32.099 --> 00:18:34.099 to the exclusion of great Imams 00:18:34.099 --> 00:18:36.099 from the jurists of the Ummah, 00:18:36.099 --> 00:18:38.099 its hadith scholars, and its mujahidin. 00:18:38.099 --> 00:18:40.460 The extreme of negligence 00:18:40.460 --> 00:18:42.490 are those who were negligent 00:18:42.490 --> 00:18:44.490 and expanded the meaning of the community 00:18:44.490 --> 00:18:46.490 out of their claimed concern 00:18:46.490 --> 00:18:48.490 for the unity of the word 00:18:48.490 --> 00:18:49.490 of the Muslims 00:18:49.490 --> 00:18:51.490 and the strengthening of the ranks, 00:18:51.490 --> 00:18:53.490 so they expanded the concept of the community 00:18:53.490 --> 00:18:55.490 until they included in it 00:18:55.490 --> 00:18:57.490 those who do not belong to it, from the people of division 00:18:57.490 --> 00:18:59.490 or innovations and misguidance, 00:18:59.490 --> 00:19:01.490 among those who contradicted a principle 00:19:01.490 --> 00:19:03.490 or more of the principles of belief. 00:19:03.490 --> 00:19:05.900 The middle path 00:19:05.900 --> 00:19:07.900 are those who did not expand 00:19:07.900 --> 00:19:09.900 nor dilute the concept of the community, 00:19:09.900 --> 00:19:11.900 nor did they include in it 00:19:11.900 --> 00:19:13.900 those who do not belong to it. 00:19:13.900 --> 00:19:15.900 Just as they did not narrow 00:19:15.900 --> 00:19:17.900 the circle of Ahl al-Sunnah 00:19:17.900 --> 00:19:19.900 to exclude everyone who has 00:19:19.900 --> 00:19:21.900 the slightest slip. 00:19:21.900 --> 00:19:23.900 Nevertheless, this middle path 00:19:23.900 --> 00:19:25.900 sees that those who affiliate 00:19:25.900 --> 00:19:27.900 with Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah 00:19:27.900 --> 00:19:29.900 and enter into their circle 00:19:29.900 --> 00:19:31.900 vary 00:19:31.900 --> 00:19:33.900 in perfecting the attributes of Ahl al-Sunnah; 00:19:33.900 --> 00:19:35.900 some are more perfect than others 00:19:35.900 --> 00:19:37.900 in belief and conduct, 00:19:37.900 --> 00:19:39.900 and some are more perfect in calling to Allah, 00:19:39.900 --> 00:19:41.900 jihad, 00:19:41.900 --> 00:19:43.900 and in sacrifice and giving. 00:19:43.900 --> 00:19:45.900 Yet they all remain 00:19:45.900 --> 00:19:47.900 within the circle of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah. 00:19:47.900 --> 00:19:49.900 And the closer 00:19:49.900 --> 00:19:51.900 the one who affiliates with them is to perfection, 00:19:51.900 --> 00:19:53.900 the better. 00:19:53.900 --> 00:19:55.900 Disagreement in matters of ijtihad, 00:19:55.900 --> 00:19:57.900 emerging issues, and their rulings 00:19:57.900 --> 00:19:59.900 is expected among Ahl al-Sunnah, 00:19:59.900 --> 00:20:01.900 but it does not lead to 00:20:01.900 --> 00:20:03.900 division and rancor. 00:20:03.900 --> 00:20:05.900 It does not lead to this, 00:20:05.900 --> 00:20:07.900 for that is transgression and following whims, 00:20:07.900 --> 00:20:09.900 as was stated by 00:20:09.900 --> 00:20:11.900 Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, 00:20:11.900 --> 00:20:13.900 may Allah have mercy on him. 00:20:13.900 --> 00:20:15.900 But permissible ijtihad 00:20:15.900 --> 00:20:17.900 does not reach the level of tribulation 00:20:17.900 --> 00:20:19.900 and division 00:20:19.900 --> 00:20:22.740 except with transgression, 00:20:22.740 --> 00:20:24.740 not merely due to ijtihad. 00:20:24.740 --> 00:20:28.109 Partisanship and Factionalism 00:20:28.109 --> 00:20:30.109 Factionalism 00:20:30.109 --> 00:20:32.109 is the gathering of a group 00:20:32.109 --> 00:20:34.109 for a specific goal, 00:20:34.109 --> 00:20:36.109 and its preparation is homogeneity and cooperation 00:20:36.109 --> 00:20:38.109 and organized work. 00:20:38.109 --> 00:20:40.109 It is divided into 00:20:40.109 --> 00:20:42.109 praiseworthy factionalism 00:20:42.109 --> 00:20:44.109 and blameworthy factionalism. 00:20:44.109 --> 00:20:46.109 Praiseworthy factionalism 00:20:46.109 --> 00:20:48.109 is gathering for a work 00:20:48.109 --> 00:20:50.109 that Allah the Almighty loves, 00:20:50.109 --> 00:20:52.109 whether it be worship, calling to Allah, 00:20:52.109 --> 00:20:54.109 jihad, or relief work, 00:20:54.109 --> 00:20:56.109 and it is committed 00:20:56.109 --> 00:20:58.109 to the Book and the Sunnah 00:20:58.109 --> 00:21:00.109 according to the understanding of the Companions, 00:21:00.109 --> 00:21:02.109 and its intention is 00:21:02.109 --> 00:21:04.109 His Paradise, 00:21:04.109 --> 00:21:06.109 Far removed from partisan fanaticism. 00:21:06.109 --> 00:21:08.109 And its individual components. 00:21:08.109 --> 00:21:10.109 And the blameworthy formation of factions. 00:21:10.109 --> 00:21:12.109 It is the act of coming together for a specific task. 00:21:12.109 --> 00:21:14.109 A source that contradicts what was previously established. 00:21:14.109 --> 00:21:16.109 Upon him is the Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:21:16.109 --> 00:21:18.109 and his Companions 00:21:18.109 --> 00:21:20.109 Or that it be in accordance with it. 00:21:20.109 --> 00:21:22.109 However, the intent behind it is merely worldly gain. 00:21:22.109 --> 00:21:24.109 And its shares. 00:21:24.109 --> 00:21:26.109 And the party that finds itself in this state 00:21:26.109 --> 00:21:28.109 It predominates among its individual members. 00:21:28.109 --> 00:21:30.109 The blameworthy partisanship toward a group and its members. 00:21:30.109 --> 00:21:32.109 And the principles of loyalty and disavowal are based upon it. 00:21:32.109 --> 00:21:34.240 And regarding these two types 00:21:34.240 --> 00:21:36.240 Regarding the Confederates, he says 00:21:36.240 --> 00:21:38.240 Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah 00:21:38.240 --> 00:21:40.240 May Allah have mercy upon him; as for... 00:21:40.240 --> 00:21:42.240 The head of the party, for he is the head. 00:21:42.240 --> 00:21:44.240 The faction that forms a party. 00:21:44.240 --> 00:21:46.240 Meaning, it becomes a faction. 00:21:46.240 --> 00:21:48.240 If they are gathered together 00:21:48.240 --> 00:21:50.240 in accordance with what Allah has commanded. 00:21:50.240 --> 00:21:52.240 and His Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:21:52.240 --> 00:21:54.240 Without any addition. 00:21:54.240 --> 00:21:56.240 or a deficiency 00:21:56.240 --> 00:21:58.240 They are believers who possess 00:21:58.240 --> 00:22:00.240 And upon them is what is incumbent upon them. 00:22:00.240 --> 00:22:02.240 Even if they had added to it 00:22:02.240 --> 00:22:04.240 in that, or they fell short. 00:22:04.240 --> 00:22:06.240 The example of showing blind partisanship for someone 00:22:06.240 --> 00:22:08.240 He joined them in their faction. 00:22:08.240 --> 00:22:10.240 with both truth and falsehood 00:22:10.240 --> 00:22:12.240 And turning away from those who have not entered [the fold of Islam]. 00:22:12.240 --> 00:22:14.240 within their party, regardless of whether it was 00:22:14.240 --> 00:22:16.240 whether upon truth or falsehood 00:22:16.240 --> 00:22:18.240 This is a form of division. 00:22:18.240 --> 00:22:20.240 That which Allah the Exalted has condemned. 00:22:20.240 --> 00:22:22.240 and His Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:22:22.240 --> 00:22:24.240 For indeed, Allah 00:22:24.240 --> 00:22:26.240 and His Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:22:26.240 --> 00:22:28.240 They were commanded to maintain unity and cohesion. 00:22:28.240 --> 00:22:30.240 And as a prohibition against 00:22:30.240 --> 00:22:32.240 Division and disagreement. 00:22:32.240 --> 00:22:34.240 And they were commanded to cooperate. 00:22:34.240 --> 00:22:36.240 upon righteousness and piety. 00:22:36.240 --> 00:22:38.240 And [he] forbade cooperation [in sin and transgression]. 00:22:38.240 --> 00:22:40.240 in sin and transgression 00:22:40.240 --> 00:22:43.259 The scholarly reviews 00:22:43.259 --> 00:22:45.970 Reviewing and revising one's understanding is a characteristic of the scholars. 00:22:45.970 --> 00:22:47.970 It is praiseworthy because it stands for 00:22:47.970 --> 00:22:49.970 regarding the self-examination of one's soul. 00:22:49.970 --> 00:22:51.970 And holding it to account. 00:22:51.970 --> 00:22:53.970 To understand her rights and her obligations. 00:22:53.970 --> 00:22:55.970 So that the servant may be 00:22:55.970 --> 00:22:57.970 He is in a state of continuous self-assessment. 00:22:57.970 --> 00:22:59.970 And keep her steadfast upon the truth. 00:22:59.970 --> 00:23:01.970 And he abandoned what was in it. 00:23:01.970 --> 00:23:03.970 In opposition to the Book and the Sunnah. 00:23:03.970 --> 00:23:05.970 This is based upon 00:23:05.970 --> 00:23:08.000 The individual level. 00:23:08.000 --> 00:23:10.000 Just as the commendable form of review 00:23:10.000 --> 00:23:12.000 It operates at the level of the community. 00:23:12.000 --> 00:23:14.000 And the various Islamic sects 00:23:14.000 --> 00:23:16.000 By examining their circumstances. 00:23:16.000 --> 00:23:18.000 And her journey. 00:23:18.000 --> 00:23:20.000 And the extent of its proximity or distance. 00:23:20.000 --> 00:23:22.000 ...grounded in knowledge of the Book and the Sunnah. 00:23:22.000 --> 00:23:24.000 And in practice, and in state. 00:23:24.000 --> 00:23:26.000 The reviews 00:23:26.000 --> 00:23:28.000 Returning to the truth. 00:23:28.000 --> 00:23:30.000 Once it has been made clear by its evidence. 00:23:30.000 --> 00:23:32.000 And abandoning falsehood. 00:23:32.000 --> 00:23:34.000 Once its invalidity has been made manifest. 00:23:34.000 --> 00:23:36.000 Among these is the statement of 'Umar, may Allah be pleased with him. 00:23:36.000 --> 00:23:38.000 may Allah be pleased with him, in his final testament. 00:23:38.000 --> 00:23:40.000 Regarding Abu Musa al-Ash'ari, may Allah be pleased with him. 00:23:40.000 --> 00:23:42.029 He appointed him to the position of judge. 00:23:42.029 --> 00:23:44.029 And let not the fulfillment of a decree prevent you 00:23:44.029 --> 00:23:46.029 I have judged by it today. 00:23:46.029 --> 00:23:48.029 So you have examined your own soul regarding it. 00:23:48.029 --> 00:23:50.029 And therein You have guided me to Your right path. 00:23:50.029 --> 00:23:52.029 That you should seek the truth within it. 00:23:52.029 --> 00:23:54.029 Nothing can invalidate the truth. 00:23:54.029 --> 00:23:56.029 And reviewing the truth is a virtue. 00:23:56.029 --> 00:23:58.029 It is better than persisting in error. 00:23:58.029 --> 00:24:00.029 in falsehood 00:24:00.029 --> 00:24:03.119 Revisions and retractions 00:24:03.119 --> 00:24:06.109 It signifies a retreat. 00:24:06.109 --> 00:24:08.109 Regarding the Truth 00:24:08.109 --> 00:24:10.109 This is a blameworthy trait. 00:24:10.109 --> 00:24:12.109 This is a counterpart to the revisions. 00:24:12.109 --> 00:24:14.109 It may sometimes become intermingled. 00:24:14.109 --> 00:24:16.109 The concept of revisions as retractions. 00:24:16.109 --> 00:24:18.109 And between the two lies a fine line. 00:24:18.109 --> 00:24:20.109 The difference between the two is as follows: 00:24:20.109 --> 00:24:22.109 That the reviews 00:24:22.109 --> 00:24:24.109 As previously mentioned. 00:24:24.109 --> 00:24:26.109 Submission to the truth. 00:24:26.109 --> 00:24:28.109 And returning to it once it becomes clear. 00:24:28.109 --> 00:24:30.109 And avoiding partisanship for one's own self. 00:24:30.109 --> 00:24:32.109 and its errors. 00:24:32.109 --> 00:24:34.109 And the continuous practice of self-reckoning. 00:24:34.109 --> 00:24:36.109 regarding the statements, actions, and stances. 00:24:36.109 --> 00:24:38.109 And the extent to which it conforms. 00:24:38.109 --> 00:24:40.109 Regarding the Divine Law (Shari'ah) 00:24:40.109 --> 00:24:42.109 As for the retractions, 00:24:42.109 --> 00:24:44.109 In most cases, this represents a retraction from the truth. 00:24:44.109 --> 00:24:46.109 And setbacks in conceptual understanding. 00:24:46.109 --> 00:24:48.109 and conduct. 00:24:48.109 --> 00:24:50.109 It describes a state of instability. 00:24:50.109 --> 00:24:52.109 It manifests in certain situations. 00:24:52.109 --> 00:24:54.109 Being oppressed and facing trials. 00:24:54.109 --> 00:24:56.109 Or in cases of impulsive reactions. 00:24:56.109 --> 00:24:58.109 That which is not accounted for. 00:24:58.109 --> 00:25:00.109 Or perhaps they serve as refutations. 00:25:00.109 --> 00:25:02.109 Actions that constitute erroneous practices. 00:25:02.109 --> 00:25:04.109 It is paid toward a specific form. 00:25:04.109 --> 00:25:06.109 A mistaken confrontation. 00:25:06.109 --> 00:25:08.109 Like one who rejects any action. 00:25:08.109 --> 00:25:10.109 His striving is according to what he perceives. 00:25:10.109 --> 00:25:12.109 Regarding some of the erroneous practices. 00:25:12.109 --> 00:25:14.109 For some of the mujahidin. 00:25:14.109 --> 00:25:17.039 The impediments to victory 00:25:17.039 --> 00:25:19.940 It is that which causes the delay. 00:25:19.940 --> 00:25:21.940 The victory of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic. 00:25:21.940 --> 00:25:23.940 due to the sins of the servants. 00:25:23.940 --> 00:25:25.940 This occurs due to the failure to follow through. 00:25:25.940 --> 00:25:27.940 One or more. 00:25:27.940 --> 00:25:29.940 Among the reasons previously mentioned 00:25:29.940 --> 00:25:31.940 Among the causes and conditions for victory 00:25:31.940 --> 00:25:33.940 Either due to a flaw in the methodology. 00:25:33.940 --> 00:25:35.940 And following [the Sunnah], or weakness. 00:25:35.940 --> 00:25:37.940 Regarding sincerity and the seeking of anything other than Allah. 00:25:37.940 --> 00:25:39.940 The Countenance of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic. 00:25:39.940 --> 00:25:41.940 Or it may be due to the existence of sectarian division. 00:25:41.940 --> 00:25:43.940 And the internal discord within the ranks of the believers. 00:25:43.940 --> 00:25:45.940 Or negligence in taking [the knowledge]. 00:25:45.940 --> 00:25:47.940 by means of the prescribed causes. 00:25:47.940 --> 00:25:49.940 From the preparation of material strength. 00:25:49.940 --> 00:25:51.940 These are the most important 00:25:51.940 --> 00:25:53.940 The obstacles that result from it 00:25:53.940 --> 00:25:55.940 The victory of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic, was delayed. 00:25:55.940 --> 00:25:57.940 In general terms. 00:25:57.940 --> 00:25:59.940 As for the detailed perspective. 00:25:59.940 --> 00:26:01.940 It is therefore possible to categorize 00:26:01.940 --> 00:26:03.940 These obstacles are but obstacles. 00:26:03.940 --> 00:26:05.940 Internal obstacles and impediments. 00:26:05.940 --> 00:26:08.700 Kharijite 00:26:08.700 --> 00:26:10.700 Internal obstacles 00:26:10.700 --> 00:26:13.220 And it is that which 00:26:13.220 --> 00:26:15.220 It pertains to the obstacles. 00:26:15.220 --> 00:26:17.220 The sense of selfhood within the souls of those who call others to Allah. 00:26:17.220 --> 00:26:19.220 Such as the flaws in one’s understanding and intention. 00:26:19.220 --> 00:26:21.220 Or among themselves. 00:26:21.220 --> 00:26:23.220 These are either manifest obstacles. 00:26:23.220 --> 00:26:25.220 Like the existence of some 00:26:25.220 --> 00:26:27.220 The manifest and persistent sins. 00:26:27.220 --> 00:26:29.220 During certain supplications 00:26:29.220 --> 00:26:31.220 Or internal impediments. 00:26:31.220 --> 00:26:33.220 Such as the weakness of one's sincerity or fear of Allah. 00:26:33.220 --> 00:26:35.220 Or hope. 00:26:35.220 --> 00:26:37.220 Or the presence of certain spiritual ailments of the heart. 00:26:37.220 --> 00:26:39.220 Such as envy and self-admiration. 00:26:39.220 --> 00:26:41.220 And others besides them. 00:26:41.220 --> 00:26:43.220 It also encompasses internal obstacles. 00:26:43.220 --> 00:26:45.220 The presence of grudges and deep-seated animosity. 00:26:45.220 --> 00:26:47.220 And division and conflict. 00:26:47.220 --> 00:26:49.220 From some of the supplications. 00:26:49.220 --> 00:26:51.220 All of these are among the obstacles that 00:26:51.220 --> 00:26:53.220 You delay the victory of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic. 00:26:53.220 --> 00:26:55.410 And among the obstacles 00:26:55.410 --> 00:26:57.410 Prioritizing what is termed 00:26:57.410 --> 00:26:59.410 The best interests of the call to Islam. 00:26:59.410 --> 00:27:01.410 to justify many of them through it 00:27:01.410 --> 00:27:03.410 Among the violations of the Shari'ah committed in the name of 00:27:03.410 --> 00:27:05.410 This public interest, and this 00:27:05.410 --> 00:27:07.410 It is a slippery slope and an entry point for Satan. 00:27:07.410 --> 00:27:09.410 Through it, one enters into the call to Allah. 00:27:09.410 --> 00:27:11.410 And its people, in order to defile it. 00:27:11.410 --> 00:27:13.470 It may sometimes transform 00:27:13.470 --> 00:27:15.470 The slippery slope of calling people toward an idol. 00:27:15.470 --> 00:27:17.470 Some callers to Islam use it as a form of worship. 00:27:17.470 --> 00:27:19.470 And they do not perceive it. 00:27:19.470 --> 00:27:21.470 And the sincere proponents of the call. 00:27:21.470 --> 00:27:23.470 Their sole concern will be that. 00:27:23.470 --> 00:27:25.470 Steadfastness upon the correct methodology. 00:27:25.470 --> 00:27:27.470 without paying any heed to what 00:27:27.470 --> 00:27:29.470 This is followed by the resulting consequences. 00:27:29.470 --> 00:27:31.470 It may appear to them that within it lies 00:27:31.470 --> 00:27:33.470 a danger to the call to Islam and those who uphold it. 00:27:33.470 --> 00:27:35.470 He says that to them. 00:27:35.470 --> 00:27:37.470 leading to dangerous concessions. 00:27:37.470 --> 00:27:39.470 In the interest of the da'wah. 00:27:39.470 --> 00:27:41.470 And Allah, the Exalted, knows best. 00:27:41.470 --> 00:27:43.470 He grants them safety out of consideration for the public interest. 00:27:43.470 --> 00:27:45.470 Indeed, those who call to Allah are tasked with a responsibility. 00:27:45.470 --> 00:27:47.470 Steadfastness upon the correct methodology. 00:27:47.470 --> 00:27:49.470 And that they do not deviate 00:27:49.470 --> 00:27:51.470 from the path. 00:27:51.470 --> 00:27:53.470 Allah, the Almighty and Majestic, guarantees 00:27:53.470 --> 00:27:55.470 the outcomes and brings about 00:27:55.470 --> 00:27:57.470 His victory, glory be to Him, according to His knowledge 00:27:57.470 --> 00:28:00.269 and His wisdom. 00:28:00.269 --> 00:28:02.269 External obstacles 00:28:02.269 --> 00:28:05.490 are those obstacles 00:28:05.490 --> 00:28:07.490 and challenges that arise 00:28:07.490 --> 00:28:09.490 from outside the Islamic ranks. 00:28:09.490 --> 00:28:11.490 Among these are, 00:28:11.490 --> 00:28:13.490 firstly: 00:28:13.490 --> 00:28:15.490 The overt disbelievers, 00:28:15.490 --> 00:28:17.490 who openly manifest their hostility 00:28:17.490 --> 00:28:19.490 and hatred toward Islam and its people, 00:28:19.490 --> 00:28:21.549 and wage war against them. 00:28:21.549 --> 00:28:23.549 Secondly: 00:28:23.549 --> 00:28:25.549 The hypocrites, 00:28:25.549 --> 00:28:27.549 who show Islam outwardly while concealing 00:28:27.549 --> 00:28:29.549 disbelief inwardly, 00:28:29.549 --> 00:28:31.549 being from among our own people, 00:28:31.549 --> 00:28:33.549 speaking our own language, 00:28:33.549 --> 00:28:35.549 such as the secularists and the apostates 00:28:35.549 --> 00:28:37.549 who plot against this religion, 00:28:37.549 --> 00:28:39.549 and take the disbelievers as allies— 00:28:39.549 --> 00:28:41.549 the Jews, the Christians, and others— 00:28:41.549 --> 00:28:43.549 and support them against the Muslims. 00:28:43.549 --> 00:28:45.579 Thirdly: 00:28:45.579 --> 00:28:47.579 The regimes that oppose 00:28:47.579 --> 00:28:49.579 Allah and His Messenger, 00:28:49.579 --> 00:28:51.579 which rule by other than what 00:28:51.579 --> 00:28:53.579 Allah has revealed, 00:28:53.579 --> 00:28:55.579 and persecute the callers to Islam and the reformers 00:28:55.579 --> 00:28:57.579 under the pretext that they are people of extremism 00:28:57.579 --> 00:28:59.579 and terrorism. 00:28:59.579 --> 00:29:01.579 Following these are all those who align with them, 00:29:01.579 --> 00:29:03.579 stand in their trenches, 00:29:03.579 --> 00:29:05.579 and are used by the tyrants 00:29:05.579 --> 00:29:07.579 to fight against the callers and reformers, 00:29:07.579 --> 00:29:09.579 such as the corrupt scholars, 00:29:09.579 --> 00:29:11.579 the corrupt judges, 00:29:11.579 --> 00:29:13.579 and the media, security, 00:29:13.579 --> 00:29:15.740 and military apparatuses. 00:29:15.740 --> 00:29:17.740 Internal obstacles 00:29:17.740 --> 00:29:19.740 are more dangerous than external ones, 00:29:19.740 --> 00:29:21.740 for if the Muslims were safe 00:29:21.740 --> 00:29:23.740 from the internal obstacles within their own souls, 00:29:23.740 --> 00:29:25.740 the external obstacles 00:29:25.740 --> 00:29:27.740 would not harm them. 00:29:27.740 --> 00:29:29.740 The Almighty said: 00:29:29.740 --> 00:29:31.740 ﴾But if you are patient and fear Allah, 00:29:31.740 --> 00:29:33.740 their plot will not harm you 00:29:33.740 --> 00:29:35.740 at all.﴿ 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) 00:29:37.740 --> 00:29:39.740 ﴾Allah will not change the condition of a people 00:29:39.740 --> 00:29:41.740 until they change 00:29:41.740 --> 00:29:44.769 what is in themselves.﴿ 00:29:44.769 --> 00:29:47.630 Disagreement: 00:29:47.630 --> 00:29:49.630 Disagreement is part of human nature, 00:29:49.630 --> 00:29:51.630 arising from that difference 00:29:51.630 --> 00:29:53.630 in intellects and understandings, 00:29:53.630 --> 00:29:55.630 the entry of desires, the whims 00:29:55.630 --> 00:29:57.630 of the self, and partisanship for opinions 00:29:57.630 --> 00:29:59.630 and positions. 00:29:59.630 --> 00:30:01.630 Nevertheless, the truth is one 00:30:01.630 --> 00:30:03.630 and does not multiply, 00:30:03.630 --> 00:30:05.630 though it may manifest in various forms. 00:30:05.630 --> 00:30:07.630 The existence of disagreement 00:30:07.630 --> 00:30:09.630 does not necessitate enmity or 00:30:09.630 --> 00:30:11.630 separation and estrangement, 00:30:11.630 --> 00:30:13.630 especially if it occurs 00:30:13.630 --> 00:30:15.630 within the circle of the Ahl al-Sunnah. 00:30:15.630 --> 00:30:17.630 The salaf continued to have 00:30:17.630 --> 00:30:19.630 disagreements among themselves regarding some 00:30:19.630 --> 00:30:21.630 issues of jurisprudence (fiqh), 00:30:21.630 --> 00:30:23.630 yet love 00:30:23.630 --> 00:30:25.630 and loyalty remained between them. 00:30:25.630 --> 00:30:27.630 Disagreement is of two types: 00:30:27.630 --> 00:30:29.630 Firstly: 00:30:29.630 --> 00:30:31.630 A type where one of the two parties is praised 00:30:31.630 --> 00:30:33.630 and the other is condemned, 00:30:33.630 --> 00:30:35.630 such as the disagreement that occurs 00:30:35.630 --> 00:30:37.630 between the believers and the disbelievers, 00:30:37.630 --> 00:30:39.630 or between the Ahl al-Sunnah 00:30:39.630 --> 00:30:41.630 and the proponents of innovation. 00:30:41.630 --> 00:30:43.630 As in His saying: 00:30:43.630 --> 00:30:45.630 ﴾But they differed, 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) 00:30:47.630 --> 00:30:49.630 [some] believed and [some] disbelieved.﴿ 00:30:49.630 --> 00:30:51.630 And as in His saying: 00:30:51.630 --> 00:30:53.630 ﴾These are two adversaries who have disputed 00:30:53.630 --> 00:30:55.630 over their Lord.﴿ 00:30:55.630 --> 00:30:57.630 Everything related to matters 00:30:57.630 --> 00:30:59.630 of creed and its foundations 00:30:59.630 --> 00:31:01.630 upon which there is no disagreement— 00:31:01.630 --> 00:31:03.630 then distancing oneself from those who oppose it 00:31:03.630 --> 00:31:05.630 is mandatory, 00:31:05.630 --> 00:31:07.630 and it falls under this category. 00:31:07.630 --> 00:31:09.890 Secondly: 00:31:09.890 --> 00:31:11.890 A type where both 00:31:11.890 --> 00:31:13.890 disagreeing parties are condemned 00:31:13.890 --> 00:31:15.890 if this causes 00:31:15.890 --> 00:31:17.890 division and enmity; 00:31:17.890 --> 00:31:19.890 and it is praised if the party 00:31:19.890 --> 00:31:21.890 does not make this disagreement 00:31:21.890 --> 00:31:23.890 a cause for separation and division. 00:31:23.890 --> 00:31:25.890 The salaf of the Ummah accommodated this type 00:31:25.890 --> 00:31:27.890 of disagreement, 00:31:27.890 --> 00:31:29.890 and it did not result in 00:31:29.890 --> 00:31:31.890 division and enmity. 00:31:31.890 --> 00:31:34.940 What is permissible to disagree upon: 00:31:34.940 --> 00:31:37.940 Every issue 00:31:37.940 --> 00:31:39.940 that the salaf allowed disagreement in, 00:31:39.940 --> 00:31:41.940 we may also allow. 00:31:41.940 --> 00:31:43.940 It has multiple forms, 00:31:43.940 --> 00:31:45.940 among them: 00:31:45.940 --> 00:31:47.940 Firstly: 00:31:47.940 --> 00:31:49.940 Disagreement in defining 00:31:49.940 --> 00:31:51.940 the point of contention, 00:31:51.940 --> 00:31:53.940 which occurs when one of the disagreeing parties 00:31:53.940 --> 00:31:55.940 addresses a point of contention 00:31:55.940 --> 00:31:57.940 different from what the other addressed, 00:31:57.940 --> 00:31:59.940 or when one 00:31:59.940 --> 00:32:01.940 of the disagreeing parties calls it by a specific term 00:32:01.940 --> 00:32:03.940 and the other 00:32:03.940 --> 00:32:05.940 calls it by another term, 00:32:05.940 --> 00:32:07.940 while both return 00:32:07.940 --> 00:32:09.940 to the same meaning. 00:32:09.940 --> 00:32:11.940 Thus, it appears that there is a disagreement, 00:32:11.940 --> 00:32:13.940 but upon clarifying 00:32:13.940 --> 00:32:15.940 the point of contention, 00:32:15.940 --> 00:32:17.940 it becomes clear that there is agreement 00:32:17.940 --> 00:32:19.940 and not a dispute, 00:32:19.940 --> 00:32:21.940 such as the disagreement in the Tafsir of 00:32:21.940 --> 00:32:23.940 the "Straight Path," 00:32:23.940 --> 00:32:25.940 where it was interpreted as Islam, 00:32:25.940 --> 00:32:27.940 and interpreted as the Sunnah. 00:32:27.940 --> 00:32:29.940 These interpretations 00:32:29.940 --> 00:32:31.940 are of the category of "disagreement of diversity," 00:32:31.940 --> 00:32:33.940 as they are common names 00:32:33.940 --> 00:32:35.940 for one single meaning, 00:32:35.940 --> 00:32:38.099 which is Islam. 00:32:38.099 --> 00:32:40.099 Secondly: 00:32:40.099 --> 00:32:42.099 Disagreement on an issue that has 00:32:42.099 --> 00:32:44.099 several forms, all of which are 00:32:44.099 --> 00:32:46.099 correct and not contradictory. 00:32:46.099 --> 00:32:48.099 This appears in 00:32:48.099 --> 00:32:50.099 the descriptions of some acts of worship, 00:32:50.099 --> 00:32:52.099 such as the disagreement on the method 00:32:52.099 --> 00:32:54.099 of performing the prayer, 00:32:54.099 --> 00:32:56.099 with some saying it is performed in pairs, 00:32:56.099 --> 00:32:58.099 and others individually, 00:32:58.099 --> 00:33:00.099 as a sound hadith has been reported 00:33:00.099 --> 00:33:02.099 for each form, 00:33:02.099 --> 00:33:04.190 and like the disagreement in the Qur'anic recitations. 00:33:04.190 --> 00:33:06.190 Thirdly: 00:33:06.190 --> 00:33:08.190 Disagreement regarding a specific issue 00:33:08.190 --> 00:33:10.190 for which evidence has been reported, 00:33:10.190 --> 00:33:12.190 then the opponent comes 00:33:12.190 --> 00:33:14.190 with evidence contradicting it. 00:33:14.190 --> 00:33:16.190 After investigating the evidence, 00:33:16.190 --> 00:33:18.190 it appears that one of the two 00:33:18.190 --> 00:33:20.190 pieces of evidence is stronger and more correct than the other. 00:33:20.190 --> 00:33:22.190 Here, it is mandatory 00:33:22.190 --> 00:33:24.190 to return to the stronger opinion. 00:33:24.190 --> 00:33:26.190 Each party might insist 00:33:26.190 --> 00:33:28.190 that their evidence is the most correct; 00:33:28.190 --> 00:33:30.190 this is among what is permissible 00:33:30.190 --> 00:33:32.190 to disagree upon, 00:33:32.190 --> 00:33:34.190 and it is not permissible for it to be a cause 00:33:34.190 --> 00:33:36.190 for division. 00:33:36.190 --> 00:33:38.190 However, this does not mean adopting 00:33:38.190 --> 00:33:40.190 eccentric opinions 00:33:40.190 --> 00:33:42.190 or some of the slips of scholars 00:33:42.190 --> 00:33:44.190 that contradict the evidence; 00:33:44.190 --> 00:33:46.190 rather, one must advise the opponent 00:33:46.190 --> 00:33:48.190 and return them to the evidence. 00:33:48.190 --> 00:33:51.339 The error of the statement: 00:33:51.339 --> 00:33:53.339 "There is no condemnation in matters of disagreement." 00:33:53.339 --> 00:33:56.210 The absolute use of this phrase 00:33:56.210 --> 00:33:58.210 is incorrect. 00:33:58.210 --> 00:34:00.210 The correct way to say it is: 00:34:00.210 --> 00:34:02.210 "There is no condemnation in matters of 00:34:02.210 --> 00:34:04.210 ijtihad (independent legal reasoning)," 00:34:04.210 --> 00:34:06.210 because for disagreement in an issue 00:34:06.210 --> 00:34:08.210 for which sound evidence has been reported, 00:34:08.210 --> 00:34:10.210 it is mandatory to condemn the one 00:34:10.210 --> 00:34:12.210 who adopts the contrary, 00:34:12.210 --> 00:34:14.210 but without separation or enmity. 00:34:14.210 --> 00:34:16.210 As for matters of 00:34:16.210 --> 00:34:18.210 ijtihad for which no 00:34:18.210 --> 00:34:20.210 evidence has been reported, 00:34:20.210 --> 00:34:23.070 there is no condemnation in them. 00:34:23.070 --> 00:34:25.070 The first incitement of some against others 00:34:25.070 --> 00:34:27.070 is that which arises from division 00:34:27.070 --> 00:34:30.289 and disagreement. 00:34:30.289 --> 00:34:32.289 Indeed, the thing that most enrages the Shaytan 00:34:32.289 --> 00:34:34.289 is to see harmony, love, 00:34:34.289 --> 00:34:36.289 and unity among the callers 00:34:36.289 --> 00:34:38.289 and reformers in this Ummah, 00:34:38.289 --> 00:34:40.289 The thing that brings him the greatest joy 00:34:40.289 --> 00:34:42.289 is to sow discord and enmity 00:34:42.289 --> 00:34:44.289 among them, 00:34:44.289 --> 00:34:46.289 for he knows that unity 00:34:46.289 --> 00:34:48.289 is a cause for victory and success 00:34:48.289 --> 00:34:50.289 in this world and the Hereafter, 00:34:50.289 --> 00:34:52.289 while division leads to failure 00:34:52.289 --> 00:34:54.289 and the loss of strength, 00:34:54.289 --> 00:34:56.289 just as in an atmosphere of division 00:34:56.289 --> 00:34:58.289 and disagreement, injustice spreads. 00:34:58.289 --> 00:35:00.289 Among the manifestations of this injustice 00:35:00.289 --> 00:35:02.289 occurring today among Muslims 00:35:02.289 --> 00:35:04.289 are the following: 00:35:04.289 --> 00:35:06.289 First: 00:35:06.289 --> 00:35:08.289 Backbiting and tale-bearing, 00:35:08.289 --> 00:35:10.289 stemming from envy and malice, 00:35:10.289 --> 00:35:12.289 thinking ill of those who call to Allah, 00:35:12.289 --> 00:35:14.349 and prying into their faults. 00:35:14.349 --> 00:35:16.349 Second: 00:35:16.349 --> 00:35:18.349 The matter may go beyond backbiting 00:35:18.349 --> 00:35:20.349 and envy to attempting 00:35:20.349 --> 00:35:22.349 to harm some reformers, 00:35:22.349 --> 00:35:24.349 through false accusations 00:35:24.349 --> 00:35:26.349 that result in 00:35:26.349 --> 00:35:28.349 harm to their persons, honor, 00:35:28.349 --> 00:35:30.610 or wealth. 00:35:30.610 --> 00:35:32.610 Third: 00:35:32.610 --> 00:35:34.610 Denying scholars their due right, 00:35:34.610 --> 00:35:36.610 and forgetting their trials, efforts, and struggles 00:35:36.610 --> 00:35:38.610 simply because of a stumble, 00:35:38.610 --> 00:35:40.610 or a few stumbles attributed to them; 00:35:40.610 --> 00:35:42.610 this is a form of injustice 00:35:42.610 --> 00:35:44.610 and a lack of justice and fairness. 00:35:44.610 --> 00:35:46.639 Fourth: 00:35:46.639 --> 00:35:48.639 Rejoicing when people of 00:35:48.639 --> 00:35:50.639 knowledge and reform 00:35:50.639 --> 00:35:52.639 fall into errors and mistakes, 00:35:52.639 --> 00:35:54.639 while feeling sadness and distress 00:35:54.639 --> 00:35:56.639 when they arrive at the truth, 00:35:56.639 --> 00:35:58.639 and gloating over them if 00:35:58.639 --> 00:36:00.829 they are afflicted with hardship or harm. 00:36:00.829 --> 00:36:02.829 Fifth: 00:36:02.829 --> 00:36:04.829 A lack of clarity and honesty 00:36:04.829 --> 00:36:06.829 among those of knowledge, 00:36:06.829 --> 00:36:08.829 and dealing with one another using ambiguous, 00:36:08.829 --> 00:36:10.829 devious methods that may involve 00:36:10.829 --> 00:36:12.829 lying, treachery, 00:36:12.829 --> 00:36:14.829 or betrayal; 00:36:14.829 --> 00:36:16.829 all of this is injustice and a cause of ruin. 00:36:16.829 --> 00:36:18.900 Sixth: 00:36:18.900 --> 00:36:20.900 Remaining silent regarding the injustice and aggression 00:36:20.900 --> 00:36:22.900 that befalls some callers to Allah, 00:36:22.900 --> 00:36:24.900 refraining from supporting them 00:36:24.900 --> 00:36:26.900 when one is able to do so, 00:36:26.900 --> 00:36:28.900 and sitting with those who speak 00:36:28.900 --> 00:36:30.900 ill of them, slander them, 00:36:30.900 --> 00:36:32.900 and attribute faults to them, 00:36:32.900 --> 00:36:34.900 without rebuking them 00:36:34.900 --> 00:36:36.900 or leaving their company 00:36:36.900 --> 00:36:38.900 when one is unable to offer a rebuke. 00:36:38.900 --> 00:36:40.900 Seventh: 00:36:40.900 --> 00:36:42.900 Among the injustices occurring 00:36:42.900 --> 00:36:44.900 between some callers to Allah 00:36:44.900 --> 00:36:46.900 is the aggression in their responses 00:36:46.900 --> 00:36:48.900 to one another, 00:36:48.900 --> 00:36:50.900 whether in dialogue, 00:36:50.900 --> 00:36:52.900 debates, or written works; 00:36:52.900 --> 00:36:54.900 these responses are often 00:36:54.900 --> 00:36:56.900 governed by personal desire, 00:36:56.900 --> 00:36:58.900 especially if they take place 00:36:58.900 --> 00:37:00.900 in the presence of groups of people. 00:37:00.900 --> 00:37:02.900 Among the forms of this transgression 00:37:02.900 --> 00:37:04.900 are questioning intentions and motives, 00:37:04.900 --> 00:37:06.900 rejecting the truth 00:37:06.900 --> 00:37:08.900 when it is spoken by an opponent, 00:37:08.900 --> 00:37:10.900 forcing an opponent to accept 00:37:10.900 --> 00:37:12.900 the implications of their words 00:37:12.900 --> 00:37:14.900 which they do not actually hold, 00:37:14.900 --> 00:37:16.900 leveling baseless accusations 00:37:16.900 --> 00:37:18.900 against an opponent, 00:37:18.900 --> 00:37:20.900 and showing blind partisanship for certain 00:37:20.900 --> 00:37:22.900 opinions, even if they are 00:37:22.900 --> 00:37:25.630 false. 00:37:25.630 --> 00:37:27.630 A summary of the concepts 00:37:27.630 --> 00:37:29.630 of the Ahl al-Sunnah.