Part of Concepts of Ahl as-Sunnah (series completed)
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Summary of Sunni concepts | Concept (1058) | The temptation of exile
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.
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The tribulation of alienation.
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This occurs when a Muslim finds himself, along with a small number of his brethren, in a society that has turned away from the law of Allah, the Almighty and Majestic.
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A society in which acts of disobedience have become widespread.
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And in which deviant concepts regarding creed and conduct have proliferated.
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Consequently, the one who holds fast to his religion feels a sense of alienation.
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He fears for himself deviation and a lack of steadfastness in the faith.
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For the one who holds fast to his religion during times of tribulation,
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Is like one grasping a burning coal.
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As has been mentioned in the authentic hadith.
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The praise and commendation of these strangers has been recorded in the words of the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him:
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"Glad tidings to the strangers."
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It was asked, "Who are the strangers, O Messenger of Allah?"
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He replied:
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.