1 00:00:00,180 --> 00:00:08,859 The essence of the concepts of Ahl al-Sunnah 2 00:00:08,859 --> 00:00:11,919 The struggle of explanation 3 00:00:11,919 --> 00:00:15,919 The basis for the struggle of explanation is the saying of Allah Almighty 4 00:00:15,919 --> 00:00:21,920 “So obey not the disbelievers, but strive against them herewith with a great endeavour.” (25:52) 5 00:00:21,920 --> 00:00:25,920 Meaning, strive against them with the Noble Qur'an, evidence, and clear explanation. 6 00:00:25,920 --> 00:00:30,920 And this verse was revealed in Mecca before the obligation of the struggle of the sword was imposed. 7 00:00:30,920 --> 00:00:35,920 The struggle of explanation means clarifying the truth to people and inviting them to it. 8 00:00:35,920 --> 00:00:38,920 And clarifying falsehood and warning them against it. 9 00:00:38,920 --> 00:00:43,920 And it is no less important than the struggle of the sword, if not superior. 10 00:00:43,920 --> 00:00:48,920 It is also no less dangerous or a trial than the struggle of the sword. 11 00:00:48,920 --> 00:00:54,920 The struggle of explanation is continuous, while the struggle of the sword is for specific times. 12 00:00:55,920 --> 00:01:00,619 The essence of the concepts of Ahl al-Sunnah