Muslim Women in the Modern World

Questions about Muslim Women in the modern world: Here are a few questions asked by a non-Muslim woman who wants to know more about the position of women in Islam:
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Questions
1. What are the main changes taking place in the lives of modern Muslim women in general?
2. Do Muslim women adopt any Western values?
3. Can a Muslim woman get a driving license in your country? If not is this due to a certain Islamic legislation?
4. Do Muslim girls attend the same schools with boys, share the same classes, and same teachers, etc…?
5. How do Muslim women act towards Muslim men when both are not married? Can they look at each other, meet, date, etc…?
6. Tell me about marriage customs in Islam? - What about divorce?
Answers
1. The main changes happening in the lives of Muslim women in my country as in the rest of Muslim states are that they are rediscovering Islam after being fed up with other ideologies and shaping their lives according to its teachings.
2. Muslim women try to replace Western customs by Islamic ones. They follow in the footsteps of the Prophet (PBUH), his wives and companions. They do, however, pick up the useful habits practiced by other people both east and west.
3. A Muslim woman is indeed entitled to get a driving license and to drive her own car. She can go shopping, but she should have a close relative as a companion on long distance trips. This is for her own safety.
4. In our country of origin, Muslim boys have separate schools as Muslim girls. We do not have co-education except under some secular regimes, which is against the teachings of Islam.
5. Muslim men and women should lower their gazes. They should not mix with one another unless it is necessary to do so. There is no dating in Islam. When a Muslim man wants to get married he can look at his future partner; the two families start to socialize until this is culminated by marriage.
6. Marriage customs: We have first the attempt of each partner to look for the other. This is basically done by the male who tries to look for his would-be wife. Then his family would approach the other family. If the answer is in the affirmative, then a meeting is arranged in the would be wife’s family house where she would meet the other side in the presence of other relatives. Once this occasion is over each side would form his/her opinions about the other.
More than one meeting can take place where the two can sit together, talk and try to know each other. In Islam it is the girl who gives the green light or refuses. The decision is hers. No one should force anything on her although the parents would discuss things concerning the other party. Once she says “Yes” then both families would arrange another occasion in the house of the girl so that the boy, his family and selected friends would come to make official asking of the girl’s hand. Some relatives and friends of both sides would also attend and sweets and refreshments would be distributed.
A prayer would also be recited on the occasion invoking God’s blessings to facilitate the fulfillment of this marriage. A talk will be given on the rights and duties of each of the couple in Islam. The next step would be that both sides would meet in the girl’s house in the presence of her family members; no dating is allowed, no outing are encouraged except in the company of the girl’s relatives. This is because Islam forbids sex before marriage or anything leading to it. If everything goes well, then the two parties agree on a day to make the marriage contract which should be implemented by a licensed Muslim scholar who would make sure that the girl has approved of this marriage and that she is going to receive her rightful dowry which is an essential part of every marriage contract.
It is the right of the bride to receive her dowry, no one is allowed to take it or any part of it without her permission. Both sides then prepare for the marriage ceremony which is, in fact, a big dinner party attended by friends and relatives of both sides. This is usually given by the bridegroom’s family. Food is served preferably in two separate halls and gifts are presented to the couple. Songs are played and female friends and relatives would dance for the bride in the presence of women only. No men are allowed in. The groom would have prepared future marriage house and the couple would go on a honeymoon trip according to the groom’s financial standing. In Islam the wife does not have to change her family name to adopt her husband’s family name. She has full right to keep her independent identity.
7. The veil or Hijab in Islam: Islam believes in modesty, purity and chastity. It takes every care that both sexes abide by these values. There is no pre-marital sex in Islam. Dating, dancing and mixed social gatherings are strictly forbidden. Women are entitled to education that suits their role as future mothers; they can have university or college degrees provided that they put on the proper Islamic dress. Islam considers women the most precious creatures in the human life. To protect them from all harm and intruders Islam stipulates Hijab or the veil on every grown-up woman. This means that she has to cover all her body with the exception of her face and hands. This is only when she goes out of her family house. But while among her close relatives-husband, sons, brothers, uncles, grandfathers, etc…- she can wear any dress as usual.
Islam considers looking at other sex with desire completely forbidden. Islam concentrates on the dignity and honor rather than the physical attractions of the fair sex. When their attractions are covered, women will be dealt with according to the more dignified human qualities they enjoy. Marriage life in Islam is based on mutual love, sincerity, cooperation and sacrifice. Both parties should watch their chastity and fidelity. Both should have no sexual relationship with anyone else. It happens some times that quarrels would take place in the family. So husband and wife should try to solve these quarrels and restore peace among themselves. The husband is the head of the family in Islam. He has the right to divorce because it is he who paid to establish the family structure. According to Islam divorce is resorted to when it is discovered that the couple can no longer keep their marriage.
This they do after all possible attempts are made to settle their problems. These attempts may include the couple discussing their problems by themselves without the interference of other parties which is preferred in Islam. If this fails then other sincere well wishers of the family might interfere. If this again fails then the first degree of divorce is applied provided that the wife should stay at home to give the chance to the couple to mend things and patch up their differences. After a certain period-which is three months-passes then the first degree of divorce takes effect. The couple can either separate in peace or if they change their minds they can return to the fold of marriage but with one degree of divorce on record.
Suppose this happen again and divorce is resorted to once again then the same procedure is applied to give another chance to this threatened family structure. They can return to one another after the second divorce too; but once the third divorce is made then marriage collapses and they have to be separated. After the third degree of divorce the divorced wife cannot return to her divorcing husband unless she gets married to another person. It should be a real marriage with the aim to give her a better chance for a happier life. If however, this new marriage collapses, then she can remarry her previous husband if she so wishes. There are numerous regulations for marriage and divorce in Islam whose aim is to establish fairness and equity among the concerned partners.
 

Identification of the Promised Messiah

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) has prophesied about
several events that will occur just before the advent
of the day of judgment. Among these, Rasulullah (SAW)
has foretold the return of Isa (pbuh) (Jesus), which
will materialize when a one eye claimant to divinity
(Dajjal or Anti-Christ) will attempt to misguide the
humanity into worshipping him. Messiah will descend
from the heavens in Damascus, pray behind Imam Mahdi,
chase and kill the Dajjal, destroy the savage and
unbelieving armies of Gog and Magog, and bring peace
and brotherhood to the world.

Everyone of the people of the book will recognize the
truth and accept him only as a Messenger of Allah
(SWT); the religion of Allah, Islam will justly rule
the world.

"And there is none Of the people of the Scriptures
(Jews and Christians) But must believe in him (i.e.
Jesus as an Apostle of Allah and a human being) before
his death. And on the Day of Judgment He will be a
witness against them."
(The Holy Quran, An-Nisa, 4:159)

There will be no oppression and no need to fight
oppressors (war will be abolished) and no need to
collect Jizyah (since there will be no non-Muslim
people of the Book to collect this tax from). Every
human being will be well-off and no one will accept
charity. Messiah will perform Hajj and/or Umra,
marry, remain married for 19 years, beget children,
and die after living on earth for 40 years. His death
will signal the beginning of the last days:

"And (Jesus) shall be a Sign (for the coming of) the
Hour (of Judgment): therefore have no doubt about the
(Hour), but follow ye Me: this is a Straight Way."
(Quran, Az-Zukhuruf, 43:61)

Unfortunately, counting on the general ignorance of
Muslims regarding this entire prophecy, a few
individuals have laid claim to being Messiah and
managed to misguide some people. For some of these
individuals (like Mirza Ghulam of India) the claim to
being Messiah was just a stepping stone to his claim
of prophethood and the creation of a cult which broke
away from the religion of Allah(SWT). It is,
therefore, at least prudent to learn the truth about
this prophecy and avoid falling pray to false
claimants that will appear from time to time.

As Muslims, we should remember that the prophecy about
Messiah is one that will come to pass. This prophecy,
however, does not absolve the Muslim ummah from its
duty to strive in the cause of Allah (SWT), oppose
injustice, and seek peace and betterment of human
condition. Centuries have passes from the time of the
holy Prophet (SAW) and there is a good possibility
that many more will expire before the advent of the
Promised Messiah. Muslims who are negligent in their
duty hoping for a savior are committing a grave
mistake and are not following the divine decrees
ordained in Quran or taught by Rasulullah (SAW).

The following represent a few of the over 110 Ahadith
regarding the advent of the Promised Messiah and the
fact that he will be none other than Jesus (pbuh), son
of Mary:

Narrated Abu Huraira (RA) that the Prophet of Allah
(SAW) said:

By Him in Whose Hands my soul is, Son of Mary (Jesus)
will shortly descend amongst you people (Muslims) as a
just ruler and will break the Cross and kill the pig
and abolish the Jizyah (a tax taken from the
non-Muslims, who are in the protection, of the Muslim
government). Then there will be abundance of money and
no one will accept charitable gifts.
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 3, Book 34, No. 425)

Narrated Abu Huraira (RA) that hazrat Muhammad (SAW)
said:

The Hour will not be established until the Son of Mary
(i.e. Jesus) descends amongst you as a just ruler, he
will break the cross, kill the pigs, and abolish the
Jizyah tax. Money will be in abundance so that nobody
will accept it (as charitable gifts).
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 3, Book 43, No. 656)

Allah's Apostle (SAW) declared:

I swear by Him in Whose hands is my life that soon
there will descend among you Hazrat Isa Ibn-e-Mariam
as a Just Ruler; so (he) will break the 'cross', kill
swine and prohibit war!
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 1, No. 668, Book of Prophets, P.
490)

Narrated Abu Huraira (RA) he heard Allah's Apostle
(SAW) say:

By Him in Whose Hands my soul is, surely (Jesus,) the
Son of Mary will soon descend amongst you and will
judge mankind justly (as a Just Ruler); he will break
the Cross and kill the pigs and there will be no
Jizyah (i.e. taxation taken from non Muslims). Money
will be in abundance so that nobody will accept it,
and a single prostration to Allah (in prayer) will be
better than the whole world and whatever is in it."
Abu Huraira added "If you wish, you can recite (this
verse of the Holy Book): -- "And there is none Of the
people of the Scriptures (Jews and Christians) But
must believe in him (i.e Jesus as an Apostle of Allah
and a human being) before his death. And on the Day of
Judgment He will be a witness against them." (Quran
4:159)
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 4, Book 55, No. 657; Fateh-ul
Bari, Vol. 7, P. 302)

A similar narration by Ata (RA) has been recorded by
Muslim with the following sentence added at the end:

Mutual hatred, jealousy and grudge will disappear.

Narrated Abu Huraira (RA) that hazrat Muhammad (SAW)
said:

How will you be when the Son of Mary (i.e. Jesus)
descends amongst you and he will judge people by the
law of the Quran and not by the law of Gospel.
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 4, Book 55, No. 658; Fateh-ul
Bari, Vol. 7, P. 304-305)

Narrated Abu Huraira (RA) that the Prophet (SAW) said:

There is no prophet between me and him, that is, Jesus
(peace be upon him). He will descent (to the earth).
When you see him, recognize him: a man of medium
height, reddish fair, wearing two light yellow
garments, looking as if drops were falling down from
his head though it will not be wet. He will fight the
people for the cause of Islam. He will break the
cross, kill swine, and abolish jizyah. Allah will
perish all religions except Islam. He will destroy the
Antichrist and will live on the earth for forty years
and then he will die. The Muslims will pray over him.
(Sunan Abu Dawud, Book 37, No. 4310)

It is reported by Anas (RA) that the holy Prophet
(SAW) said:

Whosoever from amongst you lives to see Jesus, son of
Mary, he should convey my greetings to him.
(Hakim)

Jabir ibn Abdullah (RA) narrated, I heard the
Messenger of Allah (SAW) say:

A section of my people will not cease fighting for the
Truth and will prevail till the Day of Resurrection.
He said: Jesus Son of Mary will then descend and their
(Muslims') commander (Al Mahdi) will invite him to
come and lead them in prayer, but he would say: No,
some amongst you are commanders over some (amongst
you). This is the honor from Allah for this Ummah.
(Sahih Muslim, Book 1, No. 0293)

Allah's Apostle (SAW) said:

Allah will send Maseeh ibne Maryam (Messiah son of
Mary). Thus he will descend near the White Eastern
Minaret of Damascus, clad in two yellow sheets,
leaning on the shoulders of two angels.
(Sahih Muslim, Vol. 8, P. 192-193)

It is reported by Aws Ibn Aws al-Thaqafi (RA) that
hazrat Muhammad (SAW) said:

Jesus, son of Mary, will descend near the white
minaret towards the east of Damascus.
(Tabarani)

Narrated Ibn Abbas (RA) the Prophet (SAW) said:

On the night of my Ascent to the Heaven, I saw Moses
who was a tall brown curly-haired man as if he was one
of the men of Shan'awa tribe, and I saw Jesus, a man
of medium height and moderate complexion inclined to
the red and white colors and of lank hair. I also saw
Malik, the gate-keeper of the (Hell) Fire and
Ad-Dajjal amongst the signs which Allah showed me.
(The Prophet then recited the Holy Verse) "So be not
you in doubt of meeting him' when you met Moses during
the night of Mi'raj over the heavens (Quran, 32:23)".
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 4, Book 54, No. 462)

Allah's Apostle (SAW) said:

I saw myself (in a dream) near the Ka'ba last night,
and I saw a man with whitish red complexion, the best
you may see amongst men of that complexion having long
hair reaching his earlobes which was the best hair of
its sort, and he had combed his hair and water was
dropping from it, and he was performing the Tawaf
around the Ka'ba while he was leaning on two men or on
the shoulders of two men. I asked, 'Who is this man?'
Somebody replied, '(He is) Messiah, Son of Mary.' Then
I saw another man with very curly hair, blind in the
right eye which looked like a protruding out grape. I
asked, 'Who is this?' Somebody replied, '(He is)
Messiah, Ad-Dajjal.'
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 9, Book 87, No. 128)

Yahya related to me from Malik from Nafi from Abdullah
ibn Umar that the Messenger of Allah (SAW) said:

I dreamt at night that I was at the Kabah, and I saw a
dark man like the most handsome of dark men you have
ever seen. He had hair reaching to between his ears
and his shoulders like the most excellent of such hair
that you have seen. He had combed his hair, and water
was dripping from it. He was leaning on two men or on
the shoulders of two men doing tawaf around Kabah. I
asked, 'Who is this?' It was said, 'al-Masih ibn
Maryam.' Then we were with a man with wiry hair and
blind in his right eye, as if it was a floating grape.
I asked 'Who is this?' It was said to me, 'This is
al-Masih ad-Dajjal.'
(Malik's Muwatta, Book 49, No. 49.2.2)

Narrated Abu Huraira (RA) that Allah's Apostle (SAW)
said:

On the night of my Ascension to Heaven, I saw (the
prophet) Moses who was a thin person with lank hair,
looking like one of the men of the tribe of Shanua;
and I saw Jesus who was of average height with red
face as if he had just come out of a bathroom....
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 4, Book 55, No. 607)

Narrated Abdullah ibn Amr (RA) that:

Someone came to him and said: What is this hadith that
you narrate that the Last Hour will come at a certain
time? Thereupon he said: Hallowed be Allah, there is
no god but Allah (or words to the same effect). I have
decided that I shall not narrate anything to anyone
now. I have only said that you will see after some
time an important event: that the (sacred) House
(Ka'bah) will be burnt and it definitely happen.

He then reported that Allah's Messenger (peace be upon
him) said: The Dajjal will appear in my Ummah and he
will stay (in the world) for forty -- I cannot say
whether he meant forty days, forty months or forty
years. Allah will then send Jesus, son of Mary, who
will resemble Urwah ibn Mas'ud. He (Jesus Christ) will
chase him and kill him. Then people will live for
seven years, during which time there will be no rancor
between any two persons. After that Allah will send a
cold wind from the direction of Syria. None will
survive on Earth, having a speck of good in him or
faith in him: he will die. Even if some among you were
to enter the innermost part of the mountain, this wind
would reach that place also and cause your death.

I heard Allah's Apostle (peace be upon him) as saying:
Only the wicked people will survive and they will be
as careless as birds with the characteristics of
beasts. They will never appreciate good nor condemn
evil...
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, No. 7023)

Narrated Abdullah (RA) the Prophet (SAW) mentioned the
Messiah Ad-Dajjal in front of the people saying:

Allah is not one eyed while Messiah, Ad-Dajjal is
blind in the right eye and his eye looks like a
bulging out grape. While sleeping near the Ka'ba last
night, I saw in my dream a man of brown color the best
one can see amongst brown color and his hair was long
that it fell between his shoulders. His hair was lank
and water was dribbling from his head and he was
placing his hands on the shoulders of two men while
circumambulating the Kabah. I asked, 'Who is this?'
They replied, 'This is Jesus, son of Mary.' Behind him
I saw a man who had very curly hair and was blind in
the right eye, resembling Ibn Qatan (i.e. an infidel)
in appearance. He was placing his hands on the
shoulders of a person while performing Tawaf around
the Ka'ba. I asked, 'Who is this? 'They replied, 'The
Masih, Ad-Dajjal.'
(Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 4, Book 55, No. 649)

Hanzalah al-Aslami reported to have heard Abu Huraira
(RA) as narrating from Allah's Apostle (SAW):

By Him in Whose Hand is my life, Ibn Maryam (Jesus
Christ) would certainly pronounce Talbiyah for Hajj or
for Umrah or for both (simultaneously as a Qarin) in
the valley of Rawha.
(Sahih Muslim, Book 7, No. 2877)

Allah's Prophet (SAW) said:

Hazrat Masih (pbuh) will die after completing the
duration he was destined to pass in the world and that
Muslims would offer his funeral prayers and bury him
next to the grave of the holy Prophet, Hazrat Abu Bakr
and Hazrat Umar(RAs).
(Mishkat, P. 480)

Allah's Apostle (SAW) said:

After his descent on earth, Hadhrat Isa (A.S.) will
marry. He will have children, and he will remain on
earth 19 years after marriage. He will pass away and
Muslims will perform his Janaza Salaat (funeral
prayers) and bury him next to Rasulullah (SAW).
(Tirmidhi)

Narrated Abu Huraira (RA) that hazrat Muhammad (SAW)
said:

...Satan will cry: The Dajjal has taken your place
among your families. They will then come out, but it
will be of no avail. When they reach Syria, he will
come out while they are still preparing themselves for
battle, drawing up the ranks.

Certainly, the time of prayer will come and then Jesus
(peace be upon him), Son of Mary, will descend and
lead them in prayer. When the enemy of Allah see him,
it will (disappear) just as salt dissolves in water
and if he (Jesus) were not to confront them at all,
even then it would dissolve completely. Allah would
kill them by his hand and he would show them their
blood on his lance (the lance of Jesus Christ).
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, No. 6924)

Narrated An-Nawwas ibn Sam'an (RA) that Rasulullah
(SAW) said:

...He will then call (that young man) and he will come
forward laughing with his face gleaming (with
happiness). It will at this very time that Allah will
send Christ, son of Mary. He will descend at the white
minaret on the eastern side of Damascus, wearing two
garments lightly dyed with saffron and placing his
hands on the wings of two Angels. When he lowers his
head, there will fall beads of perspiration from his
head, and when he raises it up, beads like pearls will
scatter from it. Every non-believer who smells the
odor of his body will die and his breath will reach as
far as he is able to see. He will then search for him
(Dajjal) until he catches hold of him at the gate of
Ludd (Jerusalem) and kills him.

Then a people whom Allah had protected will come to
Jesus, son of Mary, and he will wipe their faces and
inform them of their ranks in Paradise. It will be
under such conditions that Allah will reveal to Jesus
these words: I have brought forth from among My
servants such people against whom none will be able to
fight; you take these people safely to Tur, and then
Allah will send Gog and Magog and they will swarm down
from every slope. The first of them will pass the lake
of Tiberias and drink out of it. And when the last of
them passes, he will say: There was once water
there...
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, No. 7015)

Mujammi Ibn Jariyah al-Ansari (RA) stated that he
heard the Messenger of Allah (SAW) say:

The son of Mary will kill the Anti-Christ (Dajjal) at
the door of Ludda.
(Tirmidhi and Ahmad)

Abdullah Bin Umar (RA) reported that Rasulollah (SAW)
said:

How can perish the Ummah of which I am at the
beginning and Jesus, son of Mary, is at the end.
(Hakim and Nasai)

Narrated Hudhayfah ibn Usayd Ghifari (RA):

Allah's Apostle (peace be upon him) came to us all of
a sudden as we were (busy in a discussion) He said:
"What are you talking about?" (the Companions) said:
"We are discussing about the Last Hour". Thereupon, he
said:
It will not come until you see ten signs before and
(in this connection) he made a mention of the smoke,
Dajjal, the beast, the rising of the sun from the
west, the descent of Jesus son of Mary (Allah be
pleased with him), The Gog and Magog, and landslides
in three places, one in the east, one in the west and
one in Arabia at the end of which fire would burn
forth from the Yemen, and would drive people to the
place of their assembly.
(Sahih Muslim, Book 40, No. 6931)

According to these authentic and universally accepted
Hadith:

The Promised Messiah is none other than hazrat Isa bin
Maryam (pbuh) (Jesus);
He is a man of medium height and moderate complexion
inclined to the red and white colors and of lank hair;

He will descend among Muslims, near the White Eastern
Minaret of Damascus, Syria, clad in two yellow sheets
(dyed with saffron), while leaning on the shoulders of
two angels;
He will pray behind Imam Mahdi;
He will fight with, chase, and kills Dajjal (the
Anti-Christ) at the gate of Ludd;
Messiah will rule justly according to the Laws of
Islam and not Gospel;
People of the Book will accept him as a Messenger of
Allah (SWT) and will embrace Islam (Quran 4:159);
subsequently, Cross (Christianity) and Jizyah tax (on
non-Muslims) will be abolished;
He will encounter attack of Gog and Magog and will be
victorious;
Islam and justice will rule, oppression will be
eliminated, and no fighting (War) will be needed (will
be abolished);
Everyone will be well off and hatred, jealousy, and
grudge will disappear;
Messiah will perform Hajj and/or Umra;
He will get married, remain married for 19 years
before his death and have children;
He will die after living on earth for 40 years and
will be buried in a grave next to the holy Prophet
(SAW). His advent is a sign for the closeness of the
day of Judgment (Quran, 43:61);
Afterwards, all believers will die before the advent
of the day of Judgment and the other prophecies will
take place.

CRIMES OF MIRZA GHULAM AHMAD OF QADIAN

He has committed these heinous crimes:
a . Claimed Prophethood
b. Started a new religion
c. Called his followers Muslims
d. Called followers of Muhammad as 'Kafirs'.

Please tell me, if any Jew, Christian, Hindu, Sikh,
etc., has ever committed this crime. Therefore I say
that the Qadianis are 'Kafirs' of the highest
magnitude and of the worst degree ever born.

CONCESSIONAL TREATMENT OF QADIANIS BY MUSLIMS
By Law of Shari'at, they should be awarded capital
sentence because they are Dualist-infidels ('Zindiq'),
calling Islam 'Kufr' and 'Kufr' Islam. If they are
masquerading as Muslims on the face of the globe, it
is because they have not been sentenced. Despite this
concession, they proclaim that they are being
tyrannized in Pakistan. Truly speaking, they are
taking undue advantage of our politeness and the
Pakistan Government is treating them most kindly which
they do not deserve. The Government has not placed any
restriction on the performance of their religious
rites. They have been only told to stop calling the
religion of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as 'Kufr' and to
stop calling their Qadiani religion as Islam; no more
restriction than this.

Otherwise, remember! The Law of Shari'at ordains to
award them capital sentence. But the government of
Pakistan has given them a ccncession. The Qadianis
occupy high posts and offices in Government
administration and public services. In spite of these
concessions, they appeal to the United Nations and to
the Courts of Jews and Christians, clamouring that the
Pakistan Go- vernment has snatched their rights. What
were their rights which have been snatched? What wrong
has been done to them? Only they have been told that
Kalimah Tayyiba is the Kalimah of Islam.

HOW CAN THE QADIANIS:
a) be permitted to paste bottles of liquor with labels
of 'Zam-Zam'?
b) be allowed to sell pig's pork and dog's carrion as
'Halal' meat?
c) be allowed to call our Islam as 'Kufr'?
d) be a]lowed to present the religion of cock- eyed
Mirza Ghulam Ahmad as Islam?

DISGRACE
The pronouncement of just Kalimah Tayyiba from the
mouth of these hypocrites (i.e. the Qadianis) is:

1. A disgrace of our Kalimah
2. A disgrace of Allah's Prophet.
3. A disgrace of Deen-e-Islam.

They cannot be allowed to go ahead with this disgrace
and deceit. Allah has said about these hypocrites:

"Allah testifies that the hypocrites are liars".

These dualist-infidels ('Zindiq') like an apostate
('Murtad') must be awarded capital sentence. In the
following paragraphs I record my reasons

COMMANDS OF SHARI'AT FOR DESCENdANTS OF APOSTATES
('MURTADEEN' )
Shari'at allows three days' grace period for an
Apostate (Murtad) to get back into the Islamic fold If
he does not, he is to be awarded capital punishment.

I present a case for your study. Consider for example
some apostates who forsake Islam and who happen to be
in so large numbers that, being a sizable group, they
appear to be out of control for an Islamic Government
to execute them. Let me be more precise. Take the
example of an Islamic country where the Muslim
population of a town decides to become, let's say,
Christians, and having done so, manage somehow to save
themselves from the Shari'at punishment. After a
passage of time these Christians die their natural
death leaving their children as Christians. The
precept for them is to force these people back into
the Islamic fold, by imprisoning them or by other
appropriate means but not by capital punishment. In
other words, if the original parent was an apostate,
his son will also be an apostate. However, the
grandson will not be an apostate; he will be a simple
'Kafir' and shall not be liable to punishment for
apostasy.

COMMANDS OF SHARI'AT FOR DESCENDANTS OF DUAI~ISI
INFIDELS ('ZINDIQ')
The breed of Qadianis will never change. They may
multiply up to ninety-nine generations, still the
hundredth one will continue to be Dualist- infldel and
Apostate. The reason is that their crime is a
never-ending one. So long as they call their Kufr as
Islam their infidel dualism shall see no end. This
offence shall be ongoing in their progenecy.

For anybody unaware of the facts, let it be clear to
him that every Qadiani, whether he is so by
conversion, or by birth, or by heritage, is a dualist-
infidel under the Shari'at Law because his crime flows
unending throughout his lineage.

TEN LEGITIMATE SONS AND ONE 'NON-DESCRIPT'
Something more I want to tell you for which I shall
draw an example which, I am afraid, is crude but it
suits here.

A father had ten sons. All his life he treated them as
his sons. After his death a fellow gets up to claim
that he is the sole legitimate son and the ten are
illegitimate. Two questions arise here:

Firstly: Will any sane person accept the claim of this
fellow who is born of a non-descript origin and who
never laid his claim while the father was alive?
Conversely, never did the deceased father say to
anybody that he had a son of that description. Can any
Court of Justice in the whole world adjudicate in
favour of that fellow and declare the ten legitimate
sons as illegitimate ? No. Never!

Secondly: Wh,at will be the reaction of the ten
legitimate sons against the non-descript who calls
them sons of adultery?

Keeping the answers of the two questions in mind, now
listen: We belong to the Ummat of Prophet Muhammad
(SAW).We fully believe in the Deen which he brought
forth. We are his spiritual children. If I say so, it
is no idea of mine but it is in the holy Quran which
speaks in these terms:

The Prophet is more related to Momins than their self
is to them. (Quran: Ahzab 33:6) That is to say, no
member of the Ummat of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) has a
stronger relation with his self than what Prophet
Muhammad (SAW) has with each member of his Ummat.

And the holy Quran further declares:
'And his wives are their mothers' (HQ 33.6). It is
therefore evident that all the revered wives of the
Holy Prophets (SAW) are our mothers and we call each
of them 'Ummul Momineen' (Mother of Muslims); for
example, Ummul Momineen Hazrat Aiysha Siddiqa; Ummul
Momineen Hazrat Khadijat ul Kubra; Ummul Momineen
Hazrat Maimoona; Ummul Momineen Hazrat Umme Salma, and
so on (may Allah be pleased with them). When they arse
our mothers, surely Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) is our
spiritual father.

But children in a family are seldom identical. Some
are more obedient, some are less helpful, some are
more virtuous, some are less dutiful, some are more
wise and some are less clever, but they are all
members of one family despite their differing
personality and varying individuality. Still they are
known as children of the same parents.

Muslims have ever been the spiritual children of
Allah's Prophet Muhammad (SAW) for thirteen centuries,
till, at the start of the fourteenth century, Mirza
Ghulam Ahmad popped up from Qadian and claimed solely
for himself the spiritual sonship of Allah's Prophet
Muhammad (SAW) and excluded all others. Mirza did not
stop at that, he dubbed the Muslims as "Kafirs." The
whole Ummat of Islam has been abused by him as
"illegitimate" keeping legitimacy only for himself. On
this basis Mirza Ghulam Ahmad calls all the Muslims as
"haramzadey" (bastard). Allah protect us from his
slander and abuse. Excuse me for quoting the words of
Mirza Ghulam Ahmad but I had to.

RAVING CLAIM
I ask the civilised courts of the world to dismiss
Ghulam Ahmad's raving claim of spiritual sonship as a
stupid claim of that sinful vagrant of non-descript
lineage who claims legitimacy to the exclusion of ten
real sons and who attempts to severe the connection of
the whole Ummat from their Prophet (SAW) in spite of
the Ummat's complete submission to his 'Deen' from A
to Z. Have we made any alteration in the doctrines of
Islamic faith or is it Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani who has
sinfully done so?

DIALOGUE WITH A QADLANI
I happened to talk to a Qadiani once. I told him: "We
have been Muslims for thirteen centuries all along.
Suddenly, in the fourteenth century your Mirza Ghulam
Ahmad appeared and made impossible claims. Thus the
discord ensued. Listen and be just. Here is an offer
to you: if our present beliefs are according to
Islamic beliefs of the past th.rteen centuries, accept
us and leave Ghulam Ahmad; and if your present beliefs
are according to the Islamic beliefs of the past
thirteen centuries we shall accept you. Thus the
discord will come to a permanent close. Now, answer me
because pros and cons are equal for both of us."

That Qadiani was a Punjabi of Sialkot city. He replied
in the Punjabi dialect: (Translation) "The truth is
that for us everybody is a liar except Mirza Sahib. "(
! )

Now you must have understood that the Qadianis are a
people who consider as liars the Companions ('Sahabah
of the Prophet (SAW) the 'Tabeyeen' (contemporaries of
Sahabah) 'Aimma Mujtahideen' (authorities on religious
matters and jurists), and 'Mujaddideen' (thelogical
reformers) and the entire Ummat spread over fourteen
hundred years (God forbid) "All liars, except Mirza!
On this premise can the Qadianis claim even an iota of
relationship with Islam and Muslims? No. Never.

CHALLENGE TO MUSLIMS
Brothers and sisters, I am sure you have now
understood that Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani, the cheat,
is deceiving the entire world by calling himself a
spiritual child of the holy Prophet (SAW)

I turn to Muslims and ask them: Don't you have any
grace left in you to answer these shameless Qauianis?
They come to you at social level, attend your meetings
in public and private and repeat their nonsense. On
your part, you are a quiet listener to the descendants
of a non-descript masquerader.

Alas, our simple Muslim brethren! Now what are the
obligations - yours, mine and that of every Muslim?
What does our honour demand? It demands at least to
have faith in the truth of Islamic Shari'at's decree
on this issue, viz., capital punishment for an
apostate and dualist-infidel. But it is up to the
Government to respond to the Shari'at's call. However,
this much is within our reach that we cut off all
social connections with them and don't let them enter
our gatherings and face them boldly everywhere.

LIAR IN MOTHER'S LAP
Corner the liar in his mother's lair. He has already
been led away into his mother's haunt; praise be to
Allah. The country of Britain is their mother. She
gave birth to them. It is for this reason that Mirza
Tahir Ahmad, the Qadiani Arch-priest, has run away
from Pakistan to sit snug in the lap of his mother and
chew the cud in British manger.

From there he is barking at the Muslims of the world.
Many simple-natured Muslims of Africa, America and
Europe do not know what is Qadianism. They are on the
'hit-list' of these Qadianis. They have decided to
mislead these Muslims as well as non-Muslims and are
doing so. For this purpose, tons of money have been
budgeted to beguile the Muslims and others and trap
them into the snare of Qadiani apostasy and
infidelity. But by Allah's grace and support of Aalami
Majlise Tahafuzze Khatme Nubuwwat we have taken up the
gauntlet under the banner of Hazrat Khatamun Nabieen
Muhammad (SAW). The Qadiani camouflage and coat will
soon be peeled off from every nook and corner of the
world, just as it has been accomplished in Pakistan.

TRAITORS
That day is not far away when the world will get to
know of the truth: that the Qadianis are not Muslims,
that they are traitors of Islam, traitors of Muhammad
(SAW) and traitors of huma nity. Anti-Qadiani movement
is now surging the whole world, sweeping the Qadianis
out. Final victory shall be that of our Prophet Mu-
hammad (SAW) and his bondsmen.

BONDSMEN OF PROPHET MUHAMMAD (SAW) IN PAKISTAN
For some time in Pakistan too, people considered the
Qadianis as Muslims till the sacrifices, which were
offered by the humble adherents of Muhammad (SAW)
ended in success, amputating the growth of Qadiani
cancer from the Ummat's body. Allah willing, this
shall happen in other countries of the world also
because 'Aalami Majlise Tahaffuze Khatme Nubuwwat' has
launched its operations on an international scale.

The Character of Mirza Ghulam Qadiani
(the founder of the Ahmadiyya Cult)

Mirza Ghulam Qadiani was born in 1839-40 in the county
of Qadian, Gordaspur district in Punjab, India, to a
Mughal family. His father's name was Ghulam Murtada
and his mother's name was Charagh Bibi. Mirza's family
was in the service of the British government and
represented the British interest to the extent of
supporting the British forces during the Islamic War
of Independence.

Mirza received his early education from his father and
other teachers of the village and was given a humble
job in the office of the Deputy Commissioner. During
his employment, he participated in and failed
promotional exams for better assignments. Discouraged
with his failures, he returned home to take care of
the family business. Up to this period in his life,
Mirza Qadiani was an ordinary Muslim; he had the
Aqeedah (the belief) of Muslims and believed in the
finality of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

At about the same time, British government, wary of
anti-British Islamic movements in India, ordered the
creation of an Apostolic Prophet to subdue the spirit
of Jihad (striving against oppressors) in Muslims
(British Parliament Report 1870). In 1871, Mirza
Ghulam was elected to the post of Apostolic Prophet.

Between 1882 and 1890, like a confused story-teller
trying to get his fable straight, Mirza made numerous
unfounded and conflicting claims; among these are his
assertions to be a Mujaddid (a revivalist), Musleh (a
reformer), Mehdi (a divinely guided one), and Masih
Mawoud (the Promised Messiah). In the year 1890, he
declared that Jihad and resistance to British rule had
become unlawful; in 1901, he claimed prophethood for
himself; and, in 1904, he claimed to be Krishna (Hindu
Lord).

In short, Mirza Qadiani spent much of his adult life
fabricating lies against Allah (SWT), insulting the
Prophets of Allah, declaring false prophecies,
committing acts of treason against Muslims, lying,
cheating, and deceiving simple minded Muslims, and
serving the British by discouraging and eliminating
the concept of Jihad from Islam. The height of his
shameless attempt at deception is best stated in his
own message to Governor of Punjab, in 1898, reminding
him that he is the "self implanted and self cultivated
seedling of British Raj," who has been a loyal servant
to the British rule.

Mirza uttered such non-sense Kufr in his books as "I
am God, in my vision, I am a woman, Allah showed his
manly power with me and metaphorically I became
pregnant"! Contrary to his own "Prophecies" and
"revelations" , Mirza died on May 26, 1908, in his own
hated disease of cholera. Obviously, he was not Mehdi,
Messiah, or a Prophet. He was rather an immoral and
treacherous opportunist guided by his hunger for
wealth and power. His claim to be the promised
Messiah is not much different from the present day
claims of David Koresh, Jim Jones, and Charles Manson.
The followers of these cults are now well known in
the West; by God's leave, we shall reveal the truth
about the Qadiani leadership to the world.

Could He be a Prophet
(In light of his own Writings)

Mirza Ghulam Qadiani did not have any scruples at
using profanities to try to ridicule, intimidate, or
threaten people who did not accept his false claim to
prophethood. Here are a few examples of his writings:

"My enemies are dirty swine and their women are more
wretched than bitches."
(Roohany Khazaen, Vol. 14, P. 53; Najmul Huda,
P. 10, 53)

"All Muslims regard my books with reverence and care
and benefit from their sublime thoughts except those
who are the offspring of prostitutes (bastards); God
has put a seal upon their hearts and they do not
accept me."
(Roohany Khazaen, Vol. 5, Page 547-548;
Mirat-o-Kamalat- i-Islam, P. 547;
Aeena-e-Kamalat Islam, P.547-548)
[Mirza Ghulam translated this Arabic word as
"Bastard" in
Roohany Khazaen Vol. 11, P. 282)

"The one who has no belief in our ultimate victory is
fond of becoming bastard and he is bound to be product
of fornication. "
(Roohany Kazaen, Vol. 9, P. 31; Anwar ul Islam,
P. 30)

"Are they prepared to swear? No, they'll never do so
because they are liars and are derooting the corpse of
falsehood like dogs."
(Supplement to Anjam-e-Atham, P. 25; Roohany
Khazaen, Vol. 11, P. 309)

His eulogy about Maulvi Saadullah Ludhianwi was:

"I look a sinful man among debauched who is more
scoundrel and an execrated being like Satan...
He who is called Saadullah by the ignorant is
slanderer, wicked and a falsifier...
You injured me, bastard. I won't be truthful if you
won't have a disgraceful death." (Haqiqat-ul
Wahi, P. 14-15; Roohany Khazaen, Vol. 22, P. 734-735)

"If Abdullah Athum is saved from death (as per Mirza's
prophecy) and if all the world say the Christian was
correct, then the bastard will not follow the right
path."
(Roohany Khazaen, Vol. 9, P. 32)

"Abdul Haq is not content with our victories. He is
itching to become a bastard."
(Anwar-ul-Islam, P. 30)

"There is nothing more foul than a pig in the world.
But the ulema who oppose me are more foul than pigs."
(Anjam-i-Atham, P. 21)

"You have inflicted pain on me with your foulness.
You are not truthful. I pray that you die in shame,
you son of a harlot."
(Anjam-i-Atham, P. 288)

"This bastard of a doctor does not thread the straight
path."
(Anwar-ul-Islam, P. 30)

He called Shaikhul Islam Saanaullah of Amristar:
"O, the son of wind, o traitor..."
(Ijaz-i-Ahmadi, P. 43/77)

The puzzling thing is that he himself wrote:

"I have never abused anyone."
(Moahiburahman, P. 18)

"He is worst who is abusive, his heart is as filthy as
Latrine."
(Sar-e-Sumain, P. 74)

"Abuses and rebukes are not the acts of a believer
and a believer can not be a curser."
(Azalat-ul-Auham, P. 66)

Is this how a Prophet or even a rightly guided
individual would speak?

COULD HE BE A PROPHET???

What is JIHAD

“To those against whom war is made, permission is given (to fight), because they are wronged;- and verily, Allah is most powerful for their aid;- (They are) those who have been expelled from their homes in defiance of right,- (for no cause) except that they say, "our Lord is Allah".
(Al-Qur'an, (22:39-40 (Al-Hajj [The Pilgrimage])
Jihad Explained
By M. Amir Ali, Ph.D.
http://thetruerelig ion.org/modules/ wfsection/ article.php? articleid= 64
 
In the linguistic sense, the Arabic word "jihad" means struggling or striving and applies to any effort exerted by anyone. In this sense, a student struggles and strives to get an education and pass course work; an employee strives to fulfill his/her job and maintain good relations with his/her employer; a politician strives to maintain or increase his (1) popularity with his constituents and so on. The term strive or struggle may be used for/by Muslims as well as non-Muslims; for example, Allah, the One and Only True God says in the Qur'an:
"We have enjoined on people kindness to parents; but if they STRIVE (JAHADAKA) to make you ascribe partners with Me that of which you have no knowledge, then obey them not..." (29:8; also see 31:15)
In the above two verses of the Qur'an , it is non-Muslim parents who strive (jahadaka) to convert their Muslim child back to their religion.
In the West, "jihad" is generally translated as "holy war," a usage the media has popularized. According to Islamic teachings, it is UNHOLY to instigate or start war; however, some wars are inevitable and justifiable. If we translate the words "holy war" back into Arabic, we find "harbun muqaddasatu, " or for "the holy war," "al-harbu al-muqaddasatu. " WE CHALLENGE any researcher or scholar to find the meaning of "jihad" as holy war in the Qur'an or authentic Hadith collections or in early Islamic literature. Unfortunately, some Muslim writers and translators of the Qur'an, the Hadith and other Islamic literature translate the term "jihad" as "holy war," due to the influence of centuries-old Western propaganda. This could be a reflection of the Christian use of the term "Holy War" to refer to the Crusades of a thousand years ago. However, the Arabic words for "war" are "harb" or "qital," which are found in the Qur'an and Hadith.
For Muslims the term JIHAD is applied to all forms of STRIVING and has developed some special meanings over time. The sources of this development are the Qur'an (the Word of God revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S) [(S) denotes Sall-Allahu 'alayhi wa sallam, meaning peace and blessings of Allah be upon him]. The Qur'an and the Hadith use the word "jihad" in several different contexts which are given below:
1. RECOGNIZING THE CREATOR AND LOVING HIM MOST:
It is human nature to love what is seen with the eyes and felt with the senses more than the UNSEEN REALITY. The Creator of the Universe and the One God is Allah. He is the Unseen Reality which we tend to ignore and not recognize. The Qur'an addresses those who claim to be believers:
"O you who believe! Choose not your fathers nor your brethren for protectors if they love disbelief over belief; whoever of you takes them for protectors, such are wrong-doers. Say: if your fathers, and your children, and your brethren, and your spouses, and your tribe, and the wealth you have acquired, and business for which you fear shrinkage, and houses you are pleased with are dearer to you than Allah and His Messenger and STRIVING in His way: then wait till Allah brings His command to pass. Allah does not guide disobedient folk." (9:23, 24)
It is indeed a struggle to put Allah ahead of our loved ones, our wealth, our worldly ambitions and our own lives. Especially for a non-Muslim who embraces Islam, it may be a tough struggle due to the opposition of his family, peers and society.
2. RESISTING PRESSURE OF PARENTS, PEERS, AND SOCIETY:
Once a person has made up his mind to put the Creator of the Universe above all else, he often comes under intense pressures. It is not easy to resist such pressures and STRIVE to maintain dedication and love of Allah over all else. A person who has turned to Islam from another religion may be subjected to pressures designed to turn him back to the religion of the family.
We read in the Qur'an: "So obey not the rejecters of faith, but strive (jahidhum) against them by it (the Qur'an) with a great endeavor." (25:52)
3. STAYING ON THE STRAIGHT PATH STEADFASTLY:
Allah says in the Qur'an: "And STRIVE (JADIHU) for Allah with the endeavor (JIHADIHI) which is His right. He has chosen you and has not laid upon you in the DEEN (religion) any hardship..." (22:78)
"And whosoever STRIVES (JAHADA), STRIVES (YUJAHIDU) only for himself, for lo! Allah is altogether independent of the universe." (29:6)
As for those who strive and struggle to live as true Muslims whose lives are made difficult due to persecution by their opponents, they are advised to migrate to a more peaceful and tolerant land and continue with their struggle in the cause of Allah. Allah says in the Qur'an:
"Lo! As for those whom the angels take (in death) while they wronged themselves, (the angels) will ask: 'In what you were engaged?' They will way: 'We were oppressed in the land.' (The angels) will say: 'Was not Allah's earth spacious that you could have migrated therein?'" (4:97)
"Lo! Those who believe, and those who emigrate (to escape persecution) and STRIVE (JAHADU) in the way of Allah, these have hope of Allah's mercy..." (2:218)
Allah tests the believers in their faith and their steadfastness:
"Or did you think that you would enter Paradise while yet Allah knows not those of you who really STRIVE (JAHADU), nor knows those (of you) who are steadfast." (3:142)
"And surely We shall try you with something of fear and hunger, and loss of wealth and lives and fruits; but give tidings to the steadfast." (2:155)
We find that the Prophet Muhammad (S) and his clan were boycotted socially and economically for three years to force him to stop his message and compromise with the pagans but he resisted and realized a moral victory (2).
4. STRIVING FOR RIGHTEOUS DEEDS:
Allah declares in the Qur'an:
"As for those who STRIVE (JAHADU) in Us (the cause of Allah), We surely guide them to Our paths, and lo! Allah is with the good doers." (29:69)
When we are faceD with two competing interests, it becomes jihad to choose the right one, as the following Hadith exemplify:
"Aisha, wife of the Prophet (S) asked, 'O Messenger of Allah, we see jihad as the best of deeds, so shouldn't we join it?' He replied, 'But the best of jihad is a perfect Hajj (pilgrimage to Makkah).'" (Sahih Al-Bukhari #2784)
At another occasion, a man asked the Prophet Muhammad (S):
"'Should I join the jihad?' He asked, 'Do you have parents?' The man said, 'Yes!' The Prophet (S) said, 'Then strive by serving them!'" (Sahih Al-Bukhari #5972)
Yet another man asked the Messenger of Allah (S):
"'What kind of jihad is better?' He replied, 'A word of truth in front of an oppressive ruler!'" (Sunan Al-Nasa'i #4209)
The Messenger of Allah (S) said: "...the MUJAHID (one who carries out jihad) is he who STRIVES against himself for the sake of Allah, and the MUHAJIR (one who emigrates) is he who abandons evil deeds and sin." (Sahih Ibn Hibban #4862)
5. HAVING COURAGE AND STEADFASTNESS TO CONVEY THE MESSAGE OF ISLAM:
The Qur'an narrates the experiences of a large number of Prophets and good people who suffered a great deal trying to convey the message of Allah to mankind. For examples, see the Qur'an 26:1-190, 36:13-32. In the Qur'an, Allah specifically praises those who strive to convey His message:
"Who is better in speech than one who calls (other people) to Allah, works righteous, and declares that he is from the Muslims." (41:33)
Under adverse conditions it takes great courage to remain a Muslim, declare oneself to be a Muslim and call others to Islam. We read in the Qur'an:
"The (true) believers are only those who believe in Allah and his messenger and afterward doubt not, but STRIVE with their wealth and their selves for the cause of Allah. Such are the truthful." (49:15)
6. DEFENDING ISLAM AND THE COMMUNITY:
Allah declares in the Qur'an:
"To those against whom war is made, permission is given (to defend themselves), because they are wronged - and verily, Allah is Most Powerful to give them victory - (they are) those who have been expelled from their homes in defiance of right - (for no cause) except that they say, 'Our Lord is Allah'..." (22:39-40)
The Qur'an permits fighting to defend the religion of Islam and the Muslims. This permission includes fighting in self-defense and for the protection of family and property. The early Muslims fought many battles against their enemies under the leadership of the Prophet Muhammad (S) or his representatives. For example, when the pagans of Quraysh brought armies against Prophet Muhammad (S), the Muslims fought to defend their faith and community (3). The Qur'an adds:
"Fight in the cause of Allah against those who fight against you, but do not transgress limits. Lo! Allah loves not aggressors. ...And fight them until persecution is no more, and religion is for Allah. But if they desist, then let there be no hostility except against transgressors. " (2:190, 193)
7. HELPING ALLIED PEOPLE WHO MAY NOT BE MUSLIM:
In the late period of the Prophet Muhammad's (S) life, the tribe of Banu Khuza'ah became his ally. They were living near Makkah which was under the rule of the pagan Quraysh, Prophet Muhammad's (S) own tribe. The tribe of Banu Bakr, an ally of Quraysh, with the help of some elements of Quraysh, attacked Banu Khuza'ah invoked the treaty and demanded Prophet Muhammad (S) to come to their help and punish Quraysh. The Prophet Muhammad (S) organized a campaign against Quraysh of Makkah which resulted in the conquest of Makkah which occurred without any battle (4).
8. BANISHING THOSE WHO ACT TREACHEROUSLY:
Allah orders the Muslims in the Qur'an:
"If you fear treachery from any group, throw back (their treaty) to them, (so as to be) on equal terms. Lo! Allah loves not the treacherous. " (8:58)
Prophet Muhammad (S) undertook a number of armed campaigns to remove treacherous people from power and their lodgings. He had entered into pacts with several Jewish tribes, however, some of them proved themselves treacherous. Prophet Muhammad (S) launched armed campaigns against these tribes, defeated and exiled them from Medina and its surroundings (5).
9. DEFENDING THROUGH PREEMPTIVE STRIKES:
Indeed, it is difficult to mobilize people to fight when they see no invaders in their territory; however, those who are charged with responsibility see dangers ahead of time and must provide leadership. The Messenger of Allah, Muhammad (S), had the responsibility to protect his people and the religion he established in Arabia. Whenever he received intelligence reports about enemies gathering near his borders he carried out preemptive strikes, broke their power and dispersed them (6). Allah ordered Muslims in the Qur'an:
"Fighting is prescribed upon you, and you dislike it. But it may happen that you dislike a thing which is good for you, and it may happen that you love a thing which is bad for you. And Allah knows and you know not." (2:216)
10. GAINING FREEDOM TO INFORM, EDUCATE AND CONVEY THE MESSAGE OF ISLAM IN AN OPEN AND FREE ENVIRONMENT:
Allah declares in the Qur'an:
"They ask you (Muhammad) concerning fighting in the Sacred Month. Say, 'Fighting therein is a grave (offense) but graver is it in the sight of Allah to prevent access to the path of Allah, to deny Him, to prevent access to the Sacred Mosque, and drive out its inhabitants. Persecution is worse than killing. Nor will they cease fighting you until they turn you back from your faith, if they can..." (2:217)
"And those who, when an oppressive wrong is inflicted on them, (are not cowed but) fight back." (42:39)
To gain this freedom, Prophet Muhammad (S) said:
"STRIVE (JAHIDU) against the disbelievers with your hands and tongues." (Sahih Ibn Hibban #4708)
The life of the Prophet Muhammad (S) was full of STRIVING to gain the freedom to inform and convey the message of Islam. During his stay in Makkah he used non-violent methods and after the establishment of his government in Madinah, by the permission of Allah, he used armed struggle against his enemies whenever he found it inevitable.
11. FREEING PEOPLE FROM TYRANNY:
Allah admonishes Muslims in the Qur'an:
"And why should you not fight in the cause of Allah and of those who, being weak, are ill-treated (and oppressed)? - Men, women, and children, whose cry is: 'Our Lord! Rescue us from this town, whose people are oppressors; and raise for us from You, one who will protect; and raise for us from You, one who will help.'" (4:75)
The mission of the Prophet Muhammad (S) was to free people from tyranny and exploitation by oppressive systems. Once free, individuals in the society were then free to chose Islam or not. Prophet Muhammad's (S) successors continued in his footsteps and went to help oppressed people.
For example, after the repeated call by the oppressed people of Spain to the Muslims for help, Spain was liberated by Muslim forces and the tyrant rulers removed. After the conquest of Syria and Iraq by the Muslims, the Christian population of Hims reportedly said to the Muslims:
"We like your rule and justice far better than the state of oppression and tyranny under which we have been living." (7) The defeated rulers of Syria were Roman Christians, and Iraq was ruled by Zoarastrian Persians.
WHAT SHOULD MUSLIMS DO WHEN THEY ARE VICTORIOUS?
Muslims should remove tyranny, treachery, bigotry, and ignorance and replace them with justice and equity. We should provide truthful knowledge and free people from the bondage of 'associationism' (SHIRK, or multiple gods), prejudice, superstition and mythology. Muslims remove immorality, fear, crime, exploitation and replace them with divine morality, peace and education. The Qur'an declares:
"Lo! Allah commands you that you restore deposits to their owners, and if you judge between mankind that you judge justly. Lo! It is proper that Allah admonishes you. Lo! Allah is ever Hearer, Seer." (4:58)
"O you who believe! Stand out firmly for Allah's witnesses to fair dealing, and let not the hatred of others to you make you swerve to wrong and depart from justice. Be just: that is next to Piety and fear Allah. And Allah is well acquainted with all that you do." (5:8)
"And of those whom We have created there is a nation who guides with the Truth and establishes justice with it." (7:181)
"Lo! Allah enjoins justice and kindness, and giving to kinsfolk, and forbids lewdness and abomination and wickedness. He exhorts you in order that you may take heed." (16:90)
"Those who, if We give them power in the land, establish prescribed prayers (SALAH) and pay the poor-due (ZAKAH) and enjoin right conduct and forbid evil. And with Allah rests the end (and decision) of (all) affairs." (22:41)
DID ISLAM SPREAD BY FORCE, SWORDS OR GUNS?
The unequivocal and emphatic answer is NO! The Qur'an declares:
"Let there be no compulsion (or coercion) in the religion (Islam). The right direction is distinctly clear from error." (2:256)
Here is a good study of the question of the spread of Islam by a Christian missionary, T. W. Arnold:
"...of any organized attempt to force the acceptance of Islam on the non-Muslim population, or of any systematic persecution intended to stamp out the Christian religion, we hear nothing. Had the caliphs chosen to adopt either course of action, they might have swept away Christianity as easily as Ferdinand and Isabella drove Islam out of Spain, or Louis XIV made Protestantism penal in France, or the Jews were kept out of England for 350 years. The Eastern Churches in Asia were entirely cut off from communion with the rest of Christiandom throughout which no one would have been found to lift a finger on their behalf, as heretical communions. So that the very survival of these Churches to the present day is a strong proof of the generally tolerant attitude of Mohammedan [sic] governments towards them" (8).
Islam does not teach, nor do Muslims desire, conversion of any people for fear, greed, marriage or any other form of coercion.
In conclusion, jihad in Islam is STRIVING IN THE WAY OF ALLAH by pen, tongue, hand, media and, if inevitable, with arms. However, jihad in Islam does not include striving for individual or national power, dominance, glory, wealth, prestige or pride.
References
1. For the sake of simplicity and easy reading, masculine pronouns have been used throughout this brochure. No exclusion of females is intended.
2. Haykal, M. H., THE LIFE OF MUHAMMAD, Tr. Ismail R. Faruqi, American Trust Publications, 1976, p. 132.
3. Haykal, pp. 216, 242, 299 and 414 for the Battles of Badr, Uhud, Al-Khandaq and Hunayn, respectively.
4. Haykal, p. 395 for the conquest of Makkah.
5. Haykal, pp. 245, 277, 311 and 326 for campaigns against the tribes of Banu Qaynuqa', Banu Al-Nadir, Banu Qurayzah and Banu Lihyan, respectively. Also, see p. 283 for the Battle of Dhat Al-Riqa'.
6. Haykal, pp. 284, 327, 366, 387, 393, 443 and 515 for the Battles of Dawmat Al-Jandal, Banu Al-Mustaliq, Khayber, Mu'tah, Dhat Al-Salasil, Tabuk and the Campaign of Usama Ibn Zayd, respectively.
7. Hitti, Philip K., HISTORY OF THE ARABS, St. Martin's Press, New York, 1970, p. 153.
8. Arnold, Sir Thomas W. THE PREACHING OF ISLAM, A HISTORY OF THE PROPAGATION OF THE MUSLIM FAITH, Westminister A. Constable & Co., London, 1896, p. 80.

Significant Role of Women Companions of the Prophet

Significant Role of Women Companions of the Prophet
 
When people became Muslim, they were eager to know more about Islam. During the lifetime of the Prophet (peace be upon him), he was the only source from which they could learn their faith. They realized that by adopting Islam, they committed themselves to a fundamental change in their life pattern and the way they conducted their affairs. Hence, they went to him asking about everything that occurred to them. Men and women sought his guidance. Therefore, it was not uncommon that they should meet and exchange information, or discuss matters. They found nothing wrong with that. Nor did the Prophet at any time point to any need of separation between men and women. We will cite some examples of this, making clear that such exchanges occurred all the time in the early period of Islam. The first is the case of Asma' bint Umays. She was visiting Lady Hafsah bint Umar, the Prophet's wife, when she had a bit of an argument with Umar about their relative positions. Asma' had been among those who emigrated to Abyssinia and stayed there for many years until the Prophet instructed them to come back. She was upset by Umar's remark and she went to seek clarification from the Prophet.
 
Abu Musa Al-Ashari reports: When the Prophet came in, she said: "God's Messenger! Umar has just said, 'We have had the honor of emigrating with the Prophet before you. We have a better claim than yours to the companionship of God's Messenger (peace be upon him).' The Prophet asked her, 'What was your reply to him?' She reported her answer in the following words: 'No, by God. You were with God's Messenger (peace be upon him) who fed those of you who were hungry and admonished the ignorant, while we were in the land of hostile strangers, staying there only for the sake of God and His Messenger... We were often abused and we were scared.' The Prophet said: 'He does not have a better claim to me than you. He and his fellow Muslims have the reward of one emigration, while you, the people of the boat, shall have the reward of two emigrations. ' Asma' added: 'Abu Musa and the people who came on the boat from Abyssinia came in groups to see Asma' and ask her about this Hadith. Nothing in this world gave them more joy and greater happiness than what God's Messenger said to her.'" (Related by Al-Bukhari and Muslim.)
 
Amir Al-Shaabi was a famous scholar of the Tabieen generation, which followed that of the Prophet's companions. He said to Fatimah bint Qays, who was one of the early Muslim women to emigrate: "Tell me a Hadith which you yourself had heard from the Prophet, not reporting it through anyone else." She said that she could easily do that if she had a mind to it. He insisted and she reported to him the following Hadith: "I heard the caller announcing prayer to be held shortly (which meant that a public meeting would be held). I went out to the mosque and joined the Prophet's prayer. I was in the women's row that was immediately behind the men's rows. When the Prophet finished the prayer, he sat on the pulpit smiling. He said: 'Let everyone stay where they are. Do you know why I have asked you to come?' They said: 'God and His messenger know best.' He said: 'I have not asked you to come in order to announce anything pleasant or unpleasant. I only want to tell you that Tameem Al-Dari was a Christian man who came forward and declared himself a Muslim, pledging his loyalty to me. He told me something that was in agreement with what I had told you about the Impostor who would claim to be the Messiah. He said to me that he went on a boat in the sea with thirty people...'" (Related by Muslim.)
 
The Hadith goes on to report what the Prophet said, but we are now interested only in this first part which makes clear that men and women were equal in seeking knowledge and that they met as they pursued what they wanted. Here Fatimah mentions that she was in the first of women's rows and listened to the Prophet as he gave them this information.
 
In fact, the Prophet's companions did not find it odd that they should seek knowledge from the opposite sex. Tawoos, a famous scholar of the Tabieen generation, reports: "I was with Ibn Abbas when Zayd ibn Thabit said to him: 'Did you rule that a woman pilgrim who is in her period could leave before she had performed the tawaf of farewell?' Ibn Abbas said: 'If you are unsure, then go and ask this Ansari woman (he named her) whether it was God's messenger who ordered her to do so.' When Zayd ibn Thabit came back to meet Ibn Abbas he said to him: 'I see that you have said the truth.'" (Related by Muslim.)
 
This is just one example of men seeking to learn from women. We mentioned many other examples when we discussed how the Prophet's companions sought to learn from his wives what he said about different issues. Needless to say, when the Prophet traveled for his pilgrimage, there were many occasions when men and women met and exchanged information, or learned together from the Prophet. Here are three examples, the first of which suggests that the Prophet gave a general order, applying to men and women alike: Lady Ayesha reports: "We went out with the Prophet on his farewell pilgrimage. We all declared our intention to do the Umrah. Then the Prophet announced: 'Whoever has brought his sacrifice with him should declare their intention to do the pilgrimage and the Umrah together. They must not release themselves from consecration until they had done their duties for both.'" (Related by Al-Bukhari and Muslim.)
 
Yahya ibn Al-Hussayn quotes his grandmother as saying: "I went out with the Prophet on his farewell pilgrimage. I saw him when he did the stoning at Jamrat Al-Aqabah and then left. He was on his camel, and Bilal and Usamah were with him. One of them was leading the camel and the other holding his robe above the Prophet's head to shelter him from the sun. The Prophet said many things, before I heard him saying: "If a slave whose ears and nose have been cut (and the reporter thought that she described the slave as 'black') is appointed your leader and he implements God's book, then you must listen and obey him." (Related by Muslim.)
Ibn Abbas reports that "the Prophet met a group of travelers at Al-Rawha' and asked them who they were. They said: 'We are Muslims. Who are you?' He said: 'I am God's messenger.' A woman lifted her baby son and asked him: 'Can this one perform the pilgrimage?' He said: 'Yes, and you earn a reward.'" (Related by Muslim.)

Shia's Doctrine of Bada

OF THE VARIOUS VIEWS AND PROPOSITIONS WHICH 'ABD ALLAH
IBN SABA' HAD PROPAGATED AMONG HIS FOLLOWERS (SHIAS),
THE PROPOSITION OF BADA IS QUITE IMPORTANT. BADA
IMPLIES SAYING THAT SOMETHING HAS INTERVENED (WHICH
HAS CAUSED ALLAH TO ALTER HIS PREVIOUS DETERMINATION) ,
I.E. GENERALLY THROUGH THE POSSIBILITY OF HIS
FORGETFULNESS OR IGNORANCE. BUT ALLAH IS UNDOUBTEDLY
FAR REMOVED FROM SUCH BLASPHEMY THAT THE SHIA
ENTERTAIN IN REGARD TO HIM.

AL-BADA SIGNIFIES KNOWLEDGE WHICH (ACCORDING TO THE
SHIA) ALLAH DOES NOT POSSES BEFOREHAND. THIS IS WHAT
THE SHIA HOLD ABOUT ALLAH WHILE ALLAH CLARIFIES HIS
KNOWLEDGE AS SPOKEN OF BY HAZRAT MUSA (PEACE BE UPON
HIM):

"MY LORD ERRETH NOT, NEITHER DOTH HE FORGET".
(AL-QUR'AN, 20:35)

HE FURTHER DESCRIBES HIMSELF BY SAYING: "HE IS ALLAH,
BESIDES WHOM THERE IS NONE WORTHY TO BE WORSHIPPED. HE
KNOWETH THAT WHICH IS HIDDEN AND THAT WHICH IS
APPARENT" (59:22) HE SAYS: "AND THAT ALLAH
COMPREHENDETH ALL THINGS BY (HIS) KNOWLEDGE" (65:12).

BUT THE SHIA ON THE OTHER HAND, HOLD A FALSE NOTION
ABOUT ALLAH. THEY DO NOT SIMPLY BELIEVE IN BADA BUT
THEY RATHER GO FURTHER AHEAD AND GIVE ALL RESPECT TO
THOSE WHO HOLD THIS FALSE NOTION. AL-KULAINI RELATES
ON THE AUTHORITY OF JA'FAR WHO IS REPORTED TO HAVE
SAID: "(ON THE DAY OF RESURRECTION) 'ABD ALMUTTALIB
WILL BE RAISED AS ONE SINGLE NATION. HE WILL WEAR THE
RESPLENDENCE OF THE KINGS AND IDENTITIES OF THE
PROPHETS. THIS IS BECAUSE HE WAS THE FIRST TO PROCLAIM
THE PROPOSITION OF BADA". (AL-KAFI, BOOK AL-HUJJA, EDN
INDIA, VOL. 1 P. 282).

BADA LITERALLY MEANS APPEARANCE. IN THE DOGMATIC
SENSE, WITH THE SHI'ITES, IT SIGNIFIES THE
INTERVENTION OF NEW CIRCUMSTANCES WHICH BRING ABOUT
THE ALTERATION OF AN EARLIER DEVINE DETERMINATION.
THERE ARE THREE SORTS OF BADA, NAMELY, BADA' AL'LLM
(OF THE KNOWLEDGE), BADA' AL-IRADA (OF THE WILL) AND
BADA' AL-AMR (OF THE COMMAND) OF ALLAH.

ONLY IN THE RECENT PAST, HAVE THE SHI'ITES UNDERTAKEN
TO PUBLISH IN THE MUSLIM WORLD A HUGE LITERATURE
FABRICATED AND EMBELLISHED WITH LIES, WHEREIN THEY
CLAIM TO BE VERY CLOSE TO THE AHL AL-SUNNA ( PEOPLE OF
THE APPROVED PATH). BUT IF IT IS TRULY EXPRESSED, THEY
ONLY INTEND TO DISTORT THE SUNNAH AND ARDENTLY WISH
THAT THE MUSLIMS SHOULD GIVE UP THEIR VIEWS AND SHOULD
ACCEPT SUCH SUPERSTITIOUS AND FABULOUS THINGS AS HAVE
BEEN WOVEN BY THE HANDS OF THE JEWS-SUCH AS LIES
ATTRIBUTEDTO ALLAH THAT THE DOGMA OF BADA, IS A
REALITY, AND THAT THE BOOK OF ALLAH (NAMELY, THE
QUR'AN) AS IT IS AVAILABLE IN OUR HANDS IS NOT GENUINE
BUT IS IN A CORRUPTED FORM, AND IS FULL OF
ALTERATIONS, AS REGARDS THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH THE
SHI'ITES BELIEVE THAT THE WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL IN HIS
MISSION AS AFTER HIS DEATH, HIS FOLLOWERS TURNED AWAY
FROM ISLAM WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THREE FOR FOUR. IN
RESPECT OF HIS COMPANIONS (SAHABAH) WHO HAVE BEEN THE
REAL PROPAGATORS OF THE DIN THEY HOLD THAT THEY WERE
TRAITORS AND RENEGADES, INCLUDING ABU BAKAR, UMAR AND
UTHMAN. AS REGARS THE WIVES OF THE PROPHET (SAW), THE
MOTHERS OF THE FAITHFUL, INCLUDING AMONG THEM THE
NOBLEST AND PUREST OF THEM AS TESTIFIED BY ALLAH
HIMSELF IN HIS BOOK, THE SHI'ITES THINK THAT THEY WERE
TREACHEROUS UNTO ALLAH AND HIS MESSENGER. AND AS
REGARDS THE VARIOUS IMAMS (LEADERS) OF RELIGION LIKE
MALIK, ABU HANIFA, AL SHAFI'I AND AHMAD BIN HANBAL --
MAY ALLAH BE PLEASED WITH THEM AND BE MERCIFUL UNTO
THEM ALL -- THE SHI'ITS HOLD THAT THESE WERE
UNBELIEVERS AND REJECTED.

"THE SHIAS ARE NOTHING BUT A TOOL IN THE HANDS OF THE
JEWS WHO ARE WREAKING VENGEANCE AGAINST ISLAM &
MUSLIMS'' SO OBSERVES ALLAMA AHSAN ELAHI ZAHEER IN HIS
BOOK THE SHIITES AND THE SUNNAH. THE ALLAMA WRITES
FURTHER IN HIS BOOK:

"THE JEWS ARE NESTLING A DEEP-ROOTED RANCOUR AGAINST
THE MUSLIMS AND MORE ESPECIALLY AGAINST THE LEADING
COMPANIONS OF THE MESSENGER OF ALLAH AND THOSE WHO
TREAD IN THEIR PATH........ WHENEVER THERE BEFELL A
CLAMITY OR WHENEVER THERE ACCURED A DISASTER AND
WHENEVER THERE CAME DOWN A CATASTROPHE UPON THE
MUSLIMS, IT IS ALWAYS DUE TO SHIA CONSPIRACIES. LOOK
AT BAGHDED! IT IS DYED RED WITH ITS BLOOD SPLIT AT THE
HANDS OF IBN AL-ALQAMI... .. (PAGES 8--21).

FROM THIS IT IS NOTED THAT WHOEVER OPPOSED THE SHIA
ALWAYS SAID: THE SHIA AND THE RAFIDA HAVE TAKEN THEIR
ORIGIN FROM JUDAISM.

RAFIDA ARE THOSE WHO REJECTED ZAID IBN ALI WHEN THE
LATTER REFUSED TO CONDEMN THE SHAIKHAIN, ABU BAKAR AND
UMAR AND TO REJECT THEIR CALIPHATE. RAFD MEANS
REJECTION OF THE CALIPHATE/ CALIPHSHIP OF HAZRAT ABU
BAKAR AND UMAR.

THE MAJLIS-UL-ULAMA OF SOUTH AFRICA (P.O. BOX 3393,
PORT ELIZABETH, REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA) IS BRINGING
OUT A SERIES OF PAMPHLETS ON VARIOUS ASPECTS OF
SHIAISM IN ORDER TO MAKE A SURVEY OF THE BASIS OF SHIA
DOCTRINES, THE PRINCIPLES OF THEIR FAITH, AND THE
BASIC DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE SHIA AND AHL AL-SUNNAH
(SUNNI MUSLIMS). IN SUCH A SERIES THE SHIAS COULD ALSO
KNOW THE REALITY OF THEIR DOCTRINES WHICH WERE
ORIGINALLY REARED AND NURTURED BY THE JEWS WHO LATTER
PLANTED THESE IN THE MUSLIM WORLD. IT IS AN IGNOBLE
STIGMA ON THE FAIR NAME OF ISLAM. THE SLOGAN OF
"UNITY" IS BEING REAISED BY KHOMENI AND OTHER SHIA
PRIESTS SO AS TO PAVE THE WAY FOR THEIR INSINUATIONS
AND PROPAGANDA AND THEREBY POISIONING THE MINDS OF THE
MUSLIMS.

THE READERS ARE REQUESTED TO MAKE DUA THAT ALLAH
TA'ALA GRANTS THE MAJLIS-UL-ULAMA OF SOUTH AFRICA THE
TAUFEEQ AND THE MEANS OF EXPOSING THE BAATIL SECTS
OPERATING UNDER THE COVER OF ISLAM

NOTES

1. HOLY QUR'AN SURAH 33, VERSES 36-39, 53, SURAH 24
VERSE 10 AND SURAH 66, VERSES 1-5.

Difference between Qadianis and Muslims

I want to tell you briefly how Qadianis differ from
other 'Kafirs'. But before Ido so, I shall answer a
question which is in the minds of some of the Ummah

THE QUESTION (In 3 Parts):
Firstly: Why is it that an organization called Aalami
Majlise Tahaffuze Khatme Nubuwwat has been set up,
specifically aiming to pursue Qadianis to whichever
part of the world they go and expose them by Allah's
help and with the cooperation of Muslim brethren when
there are other non- Muslims also in the world, such
as Jews, Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, etc?

Secondly: Why is there no such organization against
any other 'Kafir' community?

Thirdly: What was the reason for such stalwarts of
Islam as Imam-ul'asr Muhammad Anwar Shah Kashmiri,
Sheikh-ul-Islam Maulana Muhammad Yusuf Binnori,
Ameer-e-Shariat Ataullah Shah Bukhari, and Hazrate
Aqdas Maulana Mufti Mahmood, (Allah's mercy on all of
them), attached so much importance to counter the
'Kufr' of Qadianis that it was considered necessary to
estab- lish an organization, on an international
level, namely Aalami Majlis-e-Tahaffuz- e-Khatme
Nubuwwat?

ANSWER:
Before I answer, I sum up the question which in short
is: What distinguishes a Qadiani from other
Non-Muslims?

First I lay before you an example:

You know that alchol is prohibited in Shari'at.
Drinking alchol, manufacturing and selling it are all
prohibited, i.e., 'Ha ram.' Similarly, you know that a
Pig is filthy and impure. Selling its meat which is
called pork and its eating, giving or conveying are
absolute prohibitions, i.e., 'Harame Mutlaq.' Everyone
is aware of these precepts.

Now imagine a situation: A man sells alchol and calls
it alchol. Another man also sells alchol but pastes a
label of 'Zam-Zam' on the bottle, i.e., he is selling
alchol under the name of 'Zam-Zam'. Both persons are
criminals but who is a greater criminal? You know the
answer.

Take another example: There is a butcher who is
selling pork. He sells it as such. Clearly he says
this is pork. Whosoever wants to buy may buy it.
Certainly he is a criminal in Shariat for selling
pork. Against this is a person who, sells pork but
calls it mutton. Now both those persons have committed
a crime in Islamic Law; but sky-high is the difference
in the nature of the offence between the two. One
sells 'Unlawful,' i.e., 'Haram' calling it 'Unlawful,'
Haram. The other sells 'Unlawful' Haram, calling it
'Lawful', i.e. 'Halal.' Anybody, unawares, could fall
into his trap and eat 'Unlawful-Haram' pork thinking
it to be 'Lawful-Halal' mutton. Thus the difference
between a butcher selling pork as mutton and a butcher
selling pork as pork is precisely the difference
between a Qadiani and other Non-Muslim such as Jew,
Christian and Hindu, etc. 'Kufr' is 'Kufr' in both
cases because it is negation of Islam. But 'Kafirs' of
the world do not put label of Islam on their 'Kufr'
and do not propagate their 'Kufr' as Islam. A Qadiani,
on the other hand, puts a label of Islam on his 'Kufr'
and deceives Muslims by saying this is Islam.

CATEGORIES OF 'KAFIRS'
So far I have spoken to you in general terms. I shall
explain the theology.

'Kufr' is of several kinds but three are very obvious:

First: The 'Kafir' who is undoubtedly a 'Kafir.

Second: That 'Kafir' who is 'Kafir' from inside but
pretends as Muslim from outside.

Third: That 'Kafir',who tries to label his 'Kufr' as
Islam

Category No. 1:
Jews, Christians, Hindus, etc., are unmistakenly and
undoubtely Kaffirs. The Polytheist (mushrikeen) of
pre-Islamic Mecca were openly included in this
category. All of them are openly Kaffirs.

Category No. 2:
In the second category are Hypocrites (munafiqueen)
who recite the Kalimah with the tongue but hide Kufr
in their hearts. In their case Allah, the Exalted, has
proclaimed:

When they (hypocrites) come to thee, they say: "We
believe": but in fact they enter with a mind against
Faith, and they go out with the same but Allah knoweth
fully all that they hide. (HQ 5.61)

Hazrat Imam Shafai, (Allah's mercy on him) used to say
about Ibrahim bin Ulayya: "I am his opponent, so much
so, that I shall oppose him even if he recites the
Kalimah Tayyiba"

It means that some persons are so compulsive liars
that they lie even in 'Kalimah Tayyiba' because their
'Kalimah' is a show of falsehood.

Category No. 3:
The 'Kufr' of the third category exceeds the 'Kufr' of
the second category because their offence is that they
call their 'Kufr' as Islam. They present pure 'Kufr'
in the nomenclature of Islam by twisting the verses of
the holy Quran, the sacred 'Ahadith' of the Prophet
(SAW), the statements of his Companions and sayings of
revered saints in order to prove their 'Kufr' as
Islam. Such men are called zindiq (Dualist-infidels)
in Shari'at terminology.

To sum up, the three categories are Unbelievers;
Kafir); Hypocrites: (Munafiq); and Dualist- lnfidel:
(Zindiq).

'Kafir' (Unbeliever) is a person who does not believe
in Allah and the Prophet neither outwardly nor
inwardly. 'Munafiq' (Hypo crit) is a person who hides
'Kufr' in his heart and his recitation of 'Kalimah' is
false. He is a pretender. 'Zindiq' (Dualist-Infidel)
is a person who gilt-edges, his 'Kufr' with the gold
of Islam and tries to present it as real Islam.

WHO IS AN APOSTATE
An apostate (Murtad) is a person who abandons Islam. A
precept should be understood here which is recorded in
the books. All the four schools of 'Fiqah' unanimously
agree that in case of an apostate (Murtad), Shari'at
allows him three days to enable him to remove his
doubts. All possible efforts should be made to clarify
his doubts. If he understands and re-enters Islamic
fold, well and good; otherwise he shouk~ be got rid
off. This precept is known as 'killing of apostate'
(Qatl-e-Murtad) . None of the Imams differs on this
issue. Laws of all civilised countries and governments
award death punishment to rebels. As apostate is a
rebel of Islam, therefore apostasy (Irtidad) is
punishable with death.

CONCESSION OF SHARI'AT FOR APOSTATE
Islamic Shari'at offers a concession to its rebels
while laws of the world do not do so. They must put
their traitors to death even if they beg for mercy
after their arrest and award of sentance.

Take the example of a rebel of any modern government.
He may repent, beg to be excused or vouch for good
behaviour a hundred times, assuring the government
that in future he will never resort to revolt; still
he will not be heard. The capital sentence will be
executed on him. His repentance will be unacceptable.
At no cost will he be excused.

But Islamic Shari'at Law gives a concession to its
rebel. The Apostate (Murtad) is allowed three days to
think over. He is advised to withdraw and renounce his
apostatic stance. If he assures for future and is
repentant, he is not punished. In spite of this humane
concession afforded by Shari'at, Non-Muslims criticise
the Islamic punishment. It is a matter of surprise
that there are no objections to the hanging of a
person when caught in conspiracy, say for toppling the
lawful Govern- ments of the American President or the
Russian President or the Pakistani President.
Conspirators are sentenced to death and no law of any
civlised court disagrees with this.

Why do then people disapprove of punishing a person
who rebels against Allah's Prophets and say: Do not
put him to death! Islam does concede three days' grace
to enable the apostate to remove his doubts and come
back into the Islamic fold. If he begs for mercy or
repents, Shari'at grants him his life back. But if he
is adamant and refuses to renounce his apostasy then
Allah's sacred soil must be cleaned of his foul
existence.

APOSTASY IS A DEADLY DISEASE OF MILLAT: WHY?
It is so because it takes the form of a carbuncle
which stinks. If a malignant growth (Allah forbid)
appears on some part of human body, doctors advise its
amputation. Who would call this a tyranny over the
patient? Rather a favour to him! By this removal the
sound parts of the body are saved from septic
poisoning, else death would be certain. Therefore it
is wise to cut away the diseased part to protect the
healthy part.

In the same way apostasy is a carbuncle of Islamic
Mill at. The malignant part, i.e., the 'Murtad,'
despite preaching does not retrace his steps.
Therefore, cancerous malignancy must necessarily be
removed otherwise his poison will gradually travel
inside the entire physiology of the Islamic Millat.
This indeed is the unanimous verdict of the four
Imams, and theologians and doctors of Shari'at law.
Wisdom and sagacity demands it. The safety of Millat
lies in it.

ORDER OF SHARIAT FOR DUALIST - INFIDEL: ZINDIQ
A dualist-infidel is worse than an apostate, because
he is bent upon presenting his 'Kufr' as Islam. Imam
Shafai and Imam Ahmad, in their well-known sayings,
were pleased to ordain that a dualist-infidel (Zindiq)
is governed by the same orders as an apostate
(Murtad); that is, afford him a chance first, give him
time to repent and permit him to return to the Islamic
fold. If within three days he does so, leave him
unscathed, otherwise it is obligatory to award him
capital sentence.

VIEWS OF IMAM MALIK:
Imam Malik, (Allah's blessing on him), goes one step
forward to say:

"I will not accept the penitence of a Dualist-
Infidel".

By this he means to say that if a person guises his
'Kufr' with Islam and does not repent, when caught in
the act, then, (leaving it to Allah whether or not He
accepts his penitence), we shall certainly promulgate
Allah's Shari'at on him, i.e., shall pronounce capital
punishment for him. This is a crime which is similar
to adultery in which a person may be penitent (Taaib)
for future but his penitence will not save him from
death. Therefore, he will be punished under all
circumstances. Similarly, hands are to be amputated
for stealing. A thief, on arrest, may offer penitence
('Tauba') but his offence will not go unpunished. It
is in this light that Imam Malik says:

"I will not accept the penitence of a Dualist
Infidel." Capital punishment will certainly be given
to him, although he may be penitent ('Taaib') a
hundred times.

Similar sayings are on record from Imam Abu Hanifa and
Imam Ahmad bin Hambal, (Allah's blessing on them.) In
books of 'Fiqah' such as 'Durr-e-Mukhtar' and 'Shami'
and some others, it is written that if a
Dualist-Infidel offers penitence ('Tauba') of his own
free will, his penitence will be accepted without
capital penalty, provided no one came to know of his
offence. Similarly, he will be excused from punishment
if he became penitent of his own free will, on Allah's
guidance. Therefore, if a Qadiani renounces his
'Qadianism' on his own and offers penitence ('Tauba')
then he will be excused. On the contrary, if he offers
penitence ('Tauba') after arrest then there will be no
excuse, irrespective of his repentance even a hundred
times.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN APOSTATE AND DUALIST - INFIDEL:
Shari'at enjoins upon us to preach to the apostate. If
he as a result of preaching, undertakes penitence
('Tauba'), he will save himself from capital
punishment but this does not apply to a
dualist-infidel. There is another saying from Imam
Malik and Imam Abu Hanifa, and one from Imam Ahmad,
(Allah's blessings on them all), that penitence
('Tauba') of a dualist-infidel is not acceptable
because he has committed the crime of dualist
infidelity (Zindaqa), i.e., he applied false coating
of Islam over his 'Kufr'

I repeat, he has sold pork as mutton and wine as
'Zam-Zam.' This is a crime which is not excusable and

THE REVELATION OF QUR'AN CONTAINS MUCH WISDOM

Alif, Lam, Ra. This is a Book We have sent down to you so that you can bring mankind from the darkness to the light, by the permission of their Lord, to the Path of the Almighty, the Praiseworthy. (Qur'an, 14:1)


This (the Qur'an) is a communication to be transmitted to mankind so that they may be warned by it and so that they will know that He is One God and so that people of intelligence will pay heed. (Qur'an, 14:52)


(We have sent those) who brought Clear Signs and Revealed Books. And We have sent down the Reminder to you so that you can make clear to mankind what has been sent down to them so that hopefully they will reflect. (Qur'an, 16:44)


We have only sent down the Book to you so that you can make clear to them the things about which they differ, and as a guidance and a mercy to people who believe. (Qur'an, 16:64)


On that Day We will raise up among every community a witness against them from amongst themselves, and bring you as a witness against them. We have sent down the Book to you making all things clear and as guidance and mercy and good news for the Muslims. (Qur'an, 16:89)


Say: 'The Purest Spirit has brought it down from your Lord with truth, to make those who believe firm, and as guidance and good news for the Muslims.' (Qur'an, 16:102)


It is (a) straight (Book), to warn of violent force direct from Him, and to give the good news to the believers, those who do right actions, that for them there is an excellent reward. (Qur'an, 18:2)


We have made it (the Qur'an) easy on your tongue so that you can give good news to those who guard against evil and warn stubbornly hostile people by it. (Qur'an, 19:97)


We did not send down the Qur'an to you to make you miserable, but only as a reminder for those who have fear. (Qur'an, 20:2-3)


Alif. Lam. Mim.These are the Verses of the Wise Book–guidance and mercy for the good-doers. (Qur'an, 31:1-2-3)


(The Qur'an is revealed) so that you may warn those who are truly alive and so that the charge may be proved against those who reject (Truth). (Qur'an, 36:70)

21 F’s for a Happy Marriage ..Muhammad Ayub

1. Faith:
The most basic and essential attribute of a Muslim marriage is the common faith that binds the couple.
Since Islam is a way of life and not just a religion confined to weekly worship it becomes an integral part of a Muslim's life. The frame of reference shared by the couple eases communication and sharing of values which is not possible in an interfaith marriage. It is highly recommended that faith play an important role in the developing a loving relationship.
For example, as the Prophet Muhammad (SAW- peace and blessings be upon him) said, that even if a husband places a morsel of food in his wife's mouth, he gets a reward for this act and Allah increases the bond of love between them. So when we love each other for the sake of Allah WE ACTUALLY INCREASE OUR FAITH.
2. Forgiving:
When the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) asked his Companions ‘do you wish that Allah should forgive you' they said, of course O Prophet of Allah. He responded, ‘then forgive each other'.
One of the main components of a happy marriage is that the spouses are able to forgive, that they do not hold grudges or act judgmental towards each other. It is expected that when we live with someone, situations may arise when we end up saying or doing things that hurt our spouses. The challenge is not to dwell on it or lay blame but to move past it. This can only happen if we are not too proud to ask for forgiveness and we are not stingy to forgive.
If we expect Allah to forgive us then we must learn to forgive.
3. Forget:
When we constantly remind our spouses of all the times they let us down or hurt us we have not truly forgiven. Things that happened in the past must be left there and not be used as fresh ammunition in new situations. Couples who use this technique usually fall in a rut and become victims of their own pettiness, unable to break free.
4. Forbearance:
Sabr (patience) is the most useful tool to have in managing a healthy lifestyle. Being patient and forbearing puts us in a pro-active frame of mind it brings us closer to Allah through Tawakul (trust) and reliance .We develop an inner mechanism that empowers us to handle life's difficult moments. As Allah states in Surah (chapter)al- Asr:
"Surely by time humans are at loss, except those who believe and do righteous deeds and counsel each other to the truth and counsel each other to Sabr (patience)' (Quran, chapter 103).
5. Flexible:
Many couples un-necessarily make themselves miserable because they are unwilling to bend a little.
We should not expect our spouses to be our extensions. They are their own selves with personalities, likes and dislikes. We must respect their right to be them selves as long as it does not compromise their Deen (religion). Being inflexible and not accommodating for individual differences leads to a very stressful and tense home atmosphere.
6. Friendship:
This aspect of marriage has three components.
First is to develop a friendship with our spouses. The relationship based on friendship is more able to withstand outside pressures.
We honor, trust, respect, accept and care for our friends, in spite of our differences. These are the aspects of friendship we should bring to our marriages.
Unfortunately the only aspect that people think of bringing to their marriage which is highly inappropriate is the buddy scenario. Shariah (Islamic law) has placed the husband in a leadership role within a family. This requires a certain decorum, which cannot be maintained if the spouses consider each other as pals.
This should not be taken to mean that husband is a dictator but a shepherd who is responsible for and to his flock. This is a position of grave responsibility and places an enormous burden on the husband. Furthermore the children need to see their parents as friends but not as pals as this encourages disrespect.
7. Friendly:
Second aspect of friendship is to have friendly relations with in-laws. When couples compete as to whose parents are more important it becomes a constant source of grief. Much valuable time is wasted trying to convince, one another of whose parents are most desirable. It is better if we accept, that our spouses will not overnight fall in love with our parents just because we want them to. As long as they maintain friendly relations that are cordial and based on mutual respect we should not force the issue.
8. Friends:
The third aspect of friendship is our circle of friends. It is okay to have individual friends of the same gender but couples must also make effort to have family friends so that they can socialize together. If there is friction being caused by a certain friendship it must not be pursued at the expense of the marriage. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) advised us to choose God fearing people as friends since we tend to follow their way. Friends should be a source of joy and not mischief.
9. Fun:
Couples that do not laugh together have to work on sharing some fun times. The Prophet (SAW) was known to play with his wives. A simple walk in the park can add much spark to the relationship. Taking up a sport together or watching clean funny movies is another way of sharing a laugh.
10. Faithful:
It is commanded by Allah that we be faithful to our spouses. Adultery is a capital crime in Islam that is punishable by death. However there are various forms of unfaithful behavior prevalent among some Muslims.
The most common form is maintaining friendships with the opposite sex over the boundaries set by Islam, and the misgivings of the spouse. The latest trend of Internet relationships is also contrary to Islamic Adab (etiquette) and is causing serious problems between couples. Once a sense of betrayal sets in, repairing that relationship is difficult. Another form of not being faithful is when couples betray confidences (trusts/promises) . This is a trust issue and one when compromised eats away at the heart of a marriage.
11. Fair:
Usually when we are angry or displeased the tendency is to not play fair. We try to convince ourselves that since we have been wronged it is okay to be unjust in our behavior and our statements. Allah states in the Quran do not be unjust under any circumstances, even if they be your enemy, and here we are talking about our life partners and the parent of our children. To use words such as "never" and "always" when describing the behavior of the partner is unfair and puts the other on the defensive.
10. Finance:
One of the most common points of contention in marriages is money. Experts tell us that 80 percent of marital conflicts are about money.
It is therefore highly recommended that the couple put serious time and effort in developing a financial management plan that is mutually agreeable and is reviewed every six months or so. Preparing a budget together is also a helpful and wise way to handling household finances. It should be remembered that the wife's money in Islam is hers to do with as she pleases and therefore should not be considered family income unless she chooses to contribute it to the family
11. Family:
Parenting can be a stressful experience if the parents are not well informed. This in turn can put extra pressure on the marriage.
Sometimes couples are naive about the changes that come in the lifestyle. This can cause in some cases depression and in some resentment and misunderstandings. One golden rule that must always be the guide is; that family comes first.
Whenever there is evidence that the family is not happy or not our first priority it is time to assemble at the kitchen table and discuss with open hearts and mind.
12. Feelings:
Prophet Muhammad (SAW) stated that Allah forgives all sins if we repent but not those we have committed against others i.e. hurt their feelings unless the person we have hurt forgives first.
Couples are sometimes very careless when it comes to their spouse's feelings, they take them for granted and assume that the other knows what they mean. It is surprising that people are more sensitive and courteous to strangers than they are to their loved ones. One must be ever vigilant and careful that they do not hurt the feelings of their spouses and if they invariably do, they should apologize as soon as possible. Since one does not know when someone they love will leave this world, is it not better to make amends when we have the time?
13. Freedom:
Marriage in Islam is a partnership and not bondage or slavery. To consider the wife one's property is alien to Islamic concept of husband and wife role. The team spirit is enhanced and not curtailed when members of the team are free to be themselves. Freedom in the common western since is to be free to do as one pleases or to be selfish. On the contrary, to allow freedom to one's spouse is to be considerate of their needs and to recognize their limitations.
14. Flirtation:
A sure way to keep romance in marriage is to flirt (only) with your spouse. Many successful marriages have maintained a youthful demeanor in their marriages by adopting special names for each other and secret communication styles.
15. Frank:
Misunderstandings happen when couples are not honest with each other. Marital relationship is where the partners must feel safe to speak their mind with due consideration to the other's feeling, without compromising their own views. When the communication is not frank it hinders in the development of closeness and deep understanding of each other's inner self.
16. Facilitator:
When choosing our life partner, we must, as the Prophet (SAW) advised, look for a pious Muslim. The reason is that their first and foremost goal is the pleasure of Allah. This commitment to Allah makes them an excellent facilitator (someone who makes things easy) for enhancing their partner's spiritual development. In essence, the couple facilitates their family's commitment to Allah and His Deen.
17. Flattering:
Paying compliments and indulging in honest flattery is a very inexpensive way to win your spouse's heart. Everyone likes to be appreciated and noticed. So being stingy about compliments is actually depriving oneself of being appreciated in return.
18. Fulfilling:
To be all one can be to one's spouse is a very fulfilling and rewarding experience. To be in love means to give one's all. The heart does not put conditions or make stipulations. It gives without expecting anything in return, but such selfless giving is always rewarded tenfold.
19. Fallible:
It often happens that our expectations sometimes are so high that we lose focus of the fact that we are fallible (not perfect/make mistakes) beings. When couples start to nitpick and demand the impossible they must remind themselves that only Allah is perfect.
20. Fondness:
So many times couples fail to work on developing fondness for each other by [failing] to see their spouses as people through the eyes of their respective friends. Spending quality time alone doing and sharing activities are ways in which one can develop fondness.
21. Future:
Smart couples plan for their future together. They work on their financial and retirement plans, make wills and discuss these plans with their children. This provides peace of mind and secures the relationship.