Part of Concepts of Ahl as-Sunnah (series completed)
· Lesson 958 of 1251
Summary of Sunni concepts | Concept (956) | Victory and defeat
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Summary of the Concepts of Ahl al-Sunnah
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Victory and Defeat
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It has been previously stated that the reality of victory is the triumph of the creed in the hearts of its adherents
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and the elevation through faith, regardless of trials and tribulations.
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Conversely, defeat is the defeat of faith in the hearts of its adherents,
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and the wavering of the creed in the face of trials.
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Indeed, victory in battles is a consequence of victory over desires and the love of this world in the hearts.
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And victory in its highest form is the triumph of the spirit over matter,
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and the triumph of the creed over pain, and faith over tribulation.
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And with this correct understanding of the reality of victory and defeat,
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they have tangible meanings in the real world.
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The aforementioned correct understanding, previously explained, takes precedence.
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Among these, firstly, the killing of believers and the lack of apparent results from their call does not mean defeat.
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Rather, prophets and callers may die or be killed,
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and this may become a reason for the truth to emerge and be established.
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How many martyrs have triumphed their creed through their martyrdom!
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Secondly, tangible victory in battles,
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and steadfastness in them,
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and the sacrifice of wealth and life for the sake of Allah Almighty.
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Thirdly, victory is not about numbers and equipment,
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but rather about the extent to which hearts are victorious with the strength of Allah the Almighty,
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before which the strength of all creation cannot stand.
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Allah Almighty says:
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“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)
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Fourthly, truth is never defeated,
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but its followers are defeated if they are negligent in taking the means of victory.
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Allah the Almighty says:
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“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)
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Fifthly, every call to Allah made with clear insight,
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and where the soldiers are sincere to Allah,
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is victorious and aided, no matter what obstacles are placed in its path.
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Allah the Almighty says:
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“And verily Our word went forth of old unto Our bondmen sent (to warn)” (37:171)
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Indeed, they will be the victorious ones.
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And this is the promise of Allah, which does not change.
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However, it is contingent upon Allah's decree, wisdom, and knowledge.
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He brings it about when He wills.
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And its apparent effects may be delayed relative to the limited lifespans of humans,
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but they do not fail to materialize.
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“It is a promise of Allah. Allah faileth not His promise, but most of mankind know not.” (30:6)
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And it may materialize in a form that humans do not perceive,
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because they seek the familiar forms of victory and triumph.
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But Allah the Almighty desires another form of victory, which is more perfect and lasting.
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So, what Allah wills will occur, not what humans will.
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Sixthly,
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victory and establishment are the fruits of steadfastness upon the methodology of Allah the Almighty, seeking His countenance.
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For it has never happened in the history of humanity
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that a group remained steadfast upon the guidance of Allah
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without Him granting them strength, invincibility, and happiness in the end,
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after preparing them to bear the trust and preserve it.
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Allah the Almighty says:
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“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)
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“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)
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“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)
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“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)
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“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)
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This is the path to victory.
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Seventhly,
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often some callers say,
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"What is lacking for the Muslims to be victorious
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is a leader like Salah al-Din and other conquering leaders."
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This is a mistake.
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For if someone like Salah al-Din were to emerge today,
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the tyrants of the age would strike him down,
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and accuse him of terrorism and extremism.
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Therefore,
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the leader destined for victory
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emerges only from a striving, rising nation.
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The nation is a prerequisite for the existence of the leader,
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not the other way around.