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· Lesson 12 of 34
Shots and pulses | Scenes from the biography by A. Ali bin Muhammad Al-Qarni | H (11) | We are still with brotherhood
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In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, we descend into the spirit of brotherhood.
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Whether you reside in Medina, visit it, or simply love it, remember this:
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There were people in Medina who sacrificed everything they possessed.
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They gave their wealth, their time, their relationships, and even their very lives.
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There was a generation of the righteous in Medina.
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They welcomed their brothers with such generosity that they left them feeling humbled.
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So much so that they went to their leader seeking a solution.
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The matter concluded with them working with their own hands on their farms.
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As a means of earning a livelihood and reciprocating that kindness.
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Until their resources could flourish once more.
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There were people in Medina.
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They did not see their loved ones set out, nor did they cross a valley.
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But that they shared in the reward with them.
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Because they were held back by a legitimate excuse.
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This is the upbringing of the Qur'an and the greatness of Prophethood.
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Read the accounts regarding the reasons for the revelation of the verses and chapters.
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To learn that life was holistic.
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And the social fabric was both ideal and realistic at the same time.
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Delve into the minutiae of the details.
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Look at the solidarity shown to Salman.
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And the impact of the presence of Thumamah Ibn Uthal in the mosque.
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And the medical treatment of Sa'd Ibn Mu'adh within the mosque as well.
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And the apology of Ka'b, also within the expanse of the mosque.
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Wait, wait.
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Stand straight.
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Draw close together.
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Fill the gaps.
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Do not leave openings for the devil.
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Imagine.
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If you had heard these words yourself from the mouth of the greatest of human beings.
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How intense our envy is for those who heard them.
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People cooperated in building the mosque.
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They became attached to the prayer and the etiquette within it.
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And they attained loftiness in virtues through the brotherhood they shared.
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And then what?
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Then the Constitution of Medina was written.
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To preserve rights, balances, and relationships within the single community.
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Without infringing upon anyone.