In his Friday Sermon of
02 October 2026~ 20 Rabi'ul Aakhir 1448 AH, Imam- Jamaat
Ul Sahih Al Islam International Hazrat Muhyiuddin Al Khalifatullah Munir Ahmad
Azim (aba) of Mauritius calls attention to a vital subject of
spiritual doctrine and social life: whether we realize it or not, our national
deeds will determine our collective fates, not only in the world to come, but
in this very world. A just Lord is never unjust to humans, nor are humans
immune to accountability under the Divine Law. Regardless of our notions of
self sufficiency and illusions of exalted power and material privileges, when
gross abuse of status and space adversely impact wider society, Divine wrath
pursues a people given to collective evil. The destruction of nations in the
past offer a cautionary tale and clear signs for everyone alive to choose
wisely, act moderately, live justly- forbid evildoing, promote goodness, being
mindful of God and His commands, notes Hazrat Saheb (aba).
Read the Friday Sermon Below:
Signs of the Wrath of Allah
When one observes creation, one finds that the
earth, the heavens, and even humanity as a whole sometimes manifest signs that
cannot be explained solely by modern science – signs whose roots lie in divine
revelation. In the Quran, Allah has clearly warned: “Say:
He has the power to send upon you a punishment from above or from beneath, or
to cause you to experience violence at the hands of one another.”
(Al-Anam 6: 66)
This verse highlights three ways in which the wrath of Allah may descend: from the heavens, from the earth, and through aggression between people. When phenomena such as disease, drought, famine, floods, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions – or even the transformation of human beings into animals – occur, they serve as a powerful reminder that the wrath of Allah is not far off.
Throughout history, various peoples have
already experienced this wrath. The people of Hazrat Nuh (as), the peoples of
Hazrat Hud (as) and Hazrat Lut (as), the people encountered by Hazrat Musa (as)
– including Pharaoh and his army, as well as Qarun with his palaces and riches
– were all destroyed by divine power.
Allah states in the Quran: “And each one We seized for their sin; upon some, We sent
a violent wind; some were overtaken by a [deafening] cry; some We caused the
earth to swallow; and some We drowned.” (Al-Ankabut 29: 41)
This demonstrates that the wrath of Allah
cannot be taken lightly. When people commit sins openly, and when injustice and
corruption become the norm in society, divine wrath may descend. Allah has
stated that He never punishes a people without first sending them a Messenger –
a Warner – to caution them.
An earthquake, for instance, is a sign that
directly affects the very earth upon which man walks with pride. According to
statistics and scientific estimates, hundreds of thousands of tremors shake our
world every year. Yet, Allah has already issued a warning: “Do you feel secure that He Who is in Heaven will not
cause the earth to swallow you up?” (Al-Mulk 67: 17-18).
This warning serves as a reminder that the
earth does not belong to human beings; it is a trust (Amaanat), which
Allah may reclaim whenever He wills. The Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) predicted
that, toward the end of time, earthquakes would increase and strange
transformations would occur. Hazrat Aisha (ra) reported that the Messenger of
Allah (pbuh) said: “In the final generation of this Ummah (community), there
will be transformations, collapses, and defamation.” (Tirmidhi). This
prophecy is already manifesting in what we observe and experience today.
In another Hadith, the Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
stated: “People from my community will consume wine, though they will refer
to it by other names; there will be female singers and musical instruments in
their midst; Allah will cause the earth to swallow them up and transform them
into monkeys and swine.” (Ibn Majah).
This shows that disobedience and arrogance
toward Allah bring divine wrath upon people. When people begin to normalize sin
– when Zina (illicit sexual relations), alcohol, corruption, and obscene
music are celebrated openly and on a large scale – then the wrath of Allah may
descend in the form of natural disasters or other humiliating punishments.
How can an individual protect themselves [him/
her] from this wrath? The Holy Prophet (pbuh) would always seek protection from
Allah – every morning and every evening – against such forms of calamity. He
used to supplicate to Allah as follows:
“O Allah, protect me from the evil of what
descends from the heavens and from the evil of what ascends toward them; from
the evil of what spreads upon the earth and from the evil of what emerges from
it.” [Ameen]
Therefore, one must return to the sincere
worship of Allah, live in obedience to Him, and avoid all sins that invite
divine wrath. There is a Hadith which states: “When evil appears openly
among a people, and they do not prevent it, then the wrath of Allah will engulf
them all” (Tirmidhi). This demonstrates that the responsibility is not
merely individual, but also collective. When society tolerates sin, divine
wrath can encompass everyone.
In daily life, people should reflect upon the
catastrophes striking the world: droughts destroying harvests, floods sweeping
away homes, incurable diseases, and wars devastating nations. All of these are
signs of divine wrath. Allah says in the Quran: “Corruption
has appeared on land and at sea because of what people’s own hands have
wrought... so that Allah may let them taste a portion of what they have done;
perhaps they will return (to the right path).” (Ar-Rum 30: 42). This
verse clearly explains that natural disasters and social issues can be a direct
consequence of sin and disobedience.
An account from history – also found in the
Quran – recounts how Qarun (Korah) walked with arrogance, proud of his wealth.
Yet, Allah caused the earth to swallow him and his palace. This demonstrates
that wealth and power cannot protect a person from divine wrath. Another
example is the Pharaoh from the time of Hazrat Musa (as), who declared, “I
am your supreme Lord.” But Allah caused him to drown in the sea. This
serves as a moral lesson: arrogance and disobedience lead to destruction. The
Holy Prophet (pbuh) stated: “This world is a prison for the believer and a
paradise for the non-believer” (Muslim). This means that a believer must
always remain vigilant, ensuring that material comforts do not cause them to
forget Allah and their duties toward Him – lest the wrath of Allah befall them.
When one observes the sky, one notices that it
experiences moments of storms, cyclones, lightning, and thunder. All of these
can be used by Allah as His signs – signs of His wrath. Allah says in the
Quran: “And He sends down thunderbolts, striking
with them whom He wills” (Ar-Ra‘d 13: 14). This shows that even the
heavens can serve as an instrument of divine wrath. When one observes the
earth, one may witness earthquakes, collapses, and volcanic eruptions. When one
observes humanity in general, one may see war, hatred, violence, and corruption.
All of these serve as a lesson, indicating that such occurrences may be signs
of divine wrath.
There is a Hadith that states: “When people
cease to enjoin what is good and forbid what is evil, Allah will send a
punishment upon them all” (Ahmad).
This highlights the responsibility to enjoin
good and forbid evil – especially during an era of Divine Manifestation, when
Allah has sent a representative to warn the people through a humble servant
living among them – you – today. This warning is intended to help you take
precautions and avoid falling into the traps of Satans – traps rooted in
materialism and the pursuit of worldly power. Remember well that when a person
develops a thirst for power, Satan pushes them further into decadence and
immorality, fostering a craving for authority and wealth – to such an extent
that they forget Allah, and forget that they must eventually leave this earth
and return to Him.
Therefore, bear in mind that the wrath of Allah
can manifest in the heavens, upon the earth, and among humanity. It may appear
in the form of natural disasters, diseases, war, violence, or other strange and
unsettling transformations. The Holy Quran and the Hadiths have clearly warned
us of this. One must return to the sincere worship of Allah, live in obedience
to Him, shun sin, and seek His protection every morning and every evening.
Otherwise, Divine wrath could descend suddenly, when least expected.
A true believer strives to live in peace and
security – a state that is unattainable without obedience to Allah and His
Messenger for the present age. When a person disobeys, Divine wrath may
descend; yet, if that person returns to the truth, Allah will forgive and
protect them [him/ her].
The Qur’an teaches us: “Indeed, Allah does not change the condition of a people
until they change what is within themselves.” (Ar-Ra‘d 13: 11)
This means that change begins from within. If a
person returns to the truth, then divine wrath may be lifted. Otherwise, divine
wrath may descend with even greater intensity.
May Allah protect all His true servants
throughout the world from His wrath; may He show the path of righteousness to
those who have strayed, and inspire them to follow that righteous path. Insha-Allah,
Ameen.