Voices from the Unseen
At this time, by the grace of Allah (swt),
there are two parties. Just as our Jamaat (Community) considers itself
to be true with full conviction, similarly the opponents, in their
transgressions, consider all manner of brazenness and fabrication permissible.
Satan has implanted in their hearts that as far as we are concerned, all kind
of calumny and slander is admissible and not just admissible, rather it is a
virtuous act.
Therefore, it is imperative that we should
completely abandon our endeavours to compete with them and to keep our sight on
the verdict of Allah (swt). It is better for us to pray and seek Allah's
forgiveness than to waste time listening to their abuse and vulgarities. Our
Community (Jamaat) should always remember the counsel to be mindful of
the matter that I articulate. If ever a thought comes to me, it is this: In
this world relationships (of matrimony) are arranged. Some of these are based
on physical beauty; some are based on the family or property and some on power.
However, Allah (swt) does not care about these matters.
He has clearly commanded:
He has clearly commanded:
"Verily, the most honourable
among you, in the sight of Allah is he who is most righteous among you."
(49: 14).