Part of Concepts of Ahl as-Sunnah (series completed)
· Lesson 713 of 1251
Summary of Sunni concepts | Concept (711) | Advise Muslims
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.
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Offering sincere counsel to the Muslims.
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Sincere counsel to the Muslims is among the most noble of character traits.
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Through it, the religion is perfected.
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The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said:
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"The religion is sincere counsel."
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We asked, "To whom?"
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He replied:
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"To Allah, His Book, and His Messenger,"
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"And to the leaders of the Muslims and their common folk."
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Narrated by Muslim.
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Sincere counsel, or nasihah,
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is the act of offering pure and honest advice.
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When one offers counsel to someone,
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they guide them toward that which is in their best interest,
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and warn them against that which would cause them harm.
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Jarir Ibn 'Abdullah al-Bajali, may Allah be pleased with him, said:
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"I pledged allegiance to the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him,"
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"to establish prayer, to give zakat,"
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"and to offer sincere counsel to every Muslim."
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Agreed upon.
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However, sincere counsel has its own etiquette.
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Among the most important of these is:
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that it should be given in private,
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that it should be based on knowledge, clarity, and evidence,
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that it should be delivered with gentleness and kindness,
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and that it should be offered at the appropriate time.
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Furthermore, the one offering counsel must be patient regarding any harm that may befall them as a result.
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.