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Support Your Prophet
In The Name Of Allaah The Most Merciful, The Ever Merciful
A declaration condemning the attack by reporters from Denmark and
Norway against the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam
All perfect praise is due to Allaah; I testify that there is none
worthy of worship except Allaah and that Muhammad is His Slave and
Messenger; may Allaah exalt his mention, as well as his family and all
his companions.
To proceed:
One of the greatest things that makes a Muslim proud is his belief and
love of the Messenger, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam (may Allaah exalt
his mention). Muslims believe in all the Messengers and the Prophets,
may Allaah exalt their mention, and do not distinguish between any of
them -- except that our Prophet Muhammad, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, is the last and final messenger and prophet, and he is the
best of them. He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, is the first one for
whom the gates of Paradise will be opened; belief in him, sallallaahu
`alayhi wa sallam, is the way to Paradise, as no one among those who
were born after his prophethood, will be permitted entry (i.e. to
Paradise) unless they had believed in him, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam.
What can one say in response to the sarcastic caricatures published in
the Jyllands Posten newspaper from Denmark, in its issue dated
Tuesday, September 30 th 2005? Whom was this newspaper mocking? It was
mocking the greatest man ever created
the leader of all the
Prophets, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam. They featured evil, shameless
images of him, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, as shameless as any
disbeliever's imagination can be.
Again, in the days of `Eed Al-Adh-Haa, to confirm their enmity, the
Magazint newspaper from Norway repeated the same attack, as if they
were trying to re-open the old wound, when they republished the images
that were published in the first newspaper. Indeed, what Allaah said
about the disbelievers is true:
أَتَوَاصَوْا
بِهِ بَلْ
هُمْ قَوْمٌ
طَاغُونَ
which means: "Did they suggest it to them (i.e. did the former
disbelievers pass on these words to the Makkans so that they repeat
the same expressions)? Rather, they [themselves] are a transgressing
people."[Ath-Thaariyaat: 53].
What can one say in response to this open declaration of enmity?
Should we look to the other side, deafen our ears and keep our mouths
shut, while our hearts are still beating?
I swear by The One Who honored Muhammad and exalted his rank! Our
graves are dearer to us than being incapable of uttering the truth and
defending our messenger, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam. Indeed! My
father, my grandfather and my honor are in sacrifice for Prophet
Muhammad, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam.
The rank of the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam: There is no
phrase that can encompass all the features of greatness of this great
Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam; and there are not enough words
to describe his greatness -- a greatness that overwhelmed all people
in all ages, and was decreed to be eternal. It is this greatness that
is instilled in all hearts, settled in all souls, felt by all the
people and even the enemies of Islaam.
The Prophet Muhammad, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, possessed the
perfect manners which no one can possess; a lofty rank which no one
can reach. He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the wisest person;
the one with the most sound mind and opinion; the most generous --
whose alacrity in spending was said to be faster than a fast wind. He,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, used to spend like a person who never
feared poverty due to spending. He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam,
used to spend so generously, yet went to sleep hungry. He never saved
anything, and used to instruct his companions, may Allaah be pleased
with them, to be generous, saying: "Spend (charitably) O Bilaal! And
do not fear that Allaah will decrease your provision (due to your
spending)".
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the most tolerant of all people
and the kindest; if someone abused him, he would forgive him, and the
harsher a person was, the more patient he, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, would become. He was most lenient and forgiving, especially
when he had the upper hand and the power to retaliate.
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the most humble person -- he
used to mix with the poor and the needy; he used to sit with the
elderly and the widows; a young girl could take him by the hand to
fulfill a need she had, and he, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, would
go to fulfill it. He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, never wore
anything to distinguish himself from his companions or appear in
higher rank than them.
He was most lenient, and if he was given a choice between two matters,
he chose the easiest, as long as it was not a form of disobedience to
Allaah. On the other hand, he, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the
most firm with regards to fulfilling the obligations and supporting
the truth. He was never enraged for a personal matter, but if one of
the limits of Allaah was transgressed, he, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, would become angry and his face would become extremely red.
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the bravest person, one with
the strongest will power and determination; he faced matters with
steadfastness and patience, and would go through tough times and
situations with firmness and perseverance.
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, never uttered abusive words; he was
clear in his statements and chose his words carefully. He, sallallaahu
`alayhi wa sallam, was chaste, pure and the most honest and truthful
of all people.
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the most just, even if the
opponent was an enemy; penal laws would be imposed even against the
people closest to him, and he even swore to this effect saying: "I
swear by Allaah! If Faatimah, the daughter of Muhammad were to steal,
I would amputate her hand".
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the most pure in his soul, the
loftiest in spirit and the most knowledgeable about his Lord. He gave
each one his due right -- he gave his Lord His right, his friend his
due right, his wife her due right and his mission its due right.
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was the most ascetic and the
farthest from clinging to worldly material possessions; he ate
whatever he was offered and never turned down any type of food and
never requested and craved for what was not available, he slept on a
straw mat.
He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was kindest towards the weak and
most merciful to the miserable. His mercy included both humans and
animals, and he, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, warned his companions
against being harsh towards animals, as when he, sallallaahu `alayhi
wa sallam, said: "A woman was punished in Hell because of a cat which
she had confined until it died. She did not give it to eat or to drink
when it was confined, nor did she free it so that it might eat the
vermin of the earth." [Al-Bukhaari and Muslim].
If the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, had conferred no other
favor upon humanity than conveying the message of guidance and the
Qur'aan from his Lord to the people, then this would have been enough
favor, for which the people could never do enough to express their
gratitude or to reward him.
The above was but a glimpse from the light of prophethood, and a ray
from the lamp of the bright manners of Muhammad, sallallaahu `alayhi
wa sallam; there is still a lot that one can say, which time does not
permit.
Let them ask history: Has it ever witnessed a man greater than
Muhammad, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, who was above any deficiency
and the farthest from sin?
What Westerners say about the Prophet Muhammad, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam: Some of the famous, contemporary personalities who read the
biography of the Messenger of Allaah, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam,
could not help but admit that he was a master with excellent manners
and an honorable character, and the following are some of their sayings:
* Michael Hart , author of `The 100: A Ranking of the Most
Influential Persons in History' said: "My choice of Muhammad to lead
the list of the world's most influential persons may surprise some
readers and may be questioned by others, but he was the only man in
history who was supremely successful on both the religious and secular
level."
* George Bernard Shaw, the British playwright said: "The world is
in dire need of a man with the mind of Muhammad; religious people in
the Middle Ages, due to their ignorance and prejudice, had pictured
him in a very dark way as they used to consider him the enemy of
Christianity. But after looking into the story of this man I found it
to be an amazing and a miraculous one, and I came to the conclusion
that he was never an enemy of Christianity, and must be called instead
the savior of humanity. In my opinion, if he was to be given control
over the world today, he would solve our problems and secure the peace
and happiness which the world is longing for."
* Annie Besant, wrote in `The Life and Teachings of Muhammad' :
"It is impossible for anyone who studies the personality of the great
Prophet of the Arabs, and come to know how this prophet he used to
live, and how he taught the people, but to feel respect towards this
honorable prophet; one of the great messengers whom Allaah sent"
* Alphonse de La Martaine wrote in `Historie de la Turquie': "If
greatness of purpose, smallness of means, and astonishing results are
the three criteria of a human genius, who could dare compare any great
man in history with Muhammad? The most famous men created arms, laws,
and empires only. They founded, if anything at all, no more than
material powers which often crumbled away before their eyes. This man
moved not only armies, legislations, empires, peoples, dynasties, but
millions of men in one-third of the then inhabited world; and more
than that, he moved the altars, the gods, the religions, the ideas,
the beliefs and the souls. Philosopher, Orator, Apostle, Legislator,
Conqueror of Ideas, Restorer of Rational beliefs... The founder of
twenty terrestrial empires and of one spiritual empire -- that is
Muhammad. As regards all standards by which human greatness may be
measured, we may well ask, is there any man greater than he?"
* J.W.H. Stab wrote in `Islam and its Founder ' : " Judged by the
smallness of the means at his disposal, and the extent and permanence
of the work that he accomplished, no name in world's history shines
with a more specious luster than that of the Prophet of Makkah. To the
impulse, which he gave, numberless dynasties have owed their
existence, fair cities and stately palaces and temples have arisen,
and wide provinces became obedient to the Faith. And beyond all this,
his words have governed the belief of generations, been accepted as
their rule of life, and their certain guide to the world to come. At a
thousand shrines the voices of the faithful invoke blessings on him,
whom they esteem the very Prophet of God, the seal of the Apostles
Judged by the standards to human renown, the glory of what mortal can
compare with his?"
* Dr. Gustav Weil writes in `History of the Islamic Peoples ':
"Muhammad was a shining example to his people. His character was pure
and stainless. His house, his dress, his food - they were
characterized by a rare simplicity. So unpretentious was he that he
would receive from his companions no special mark of reverence, nor
would he accept any service from his slave which he could do for
himself. He was accessible to all and at all times. He visited the
sick and was full of sympathy for all. Unlimited was his benevolence
and generosity as also was his anxious care for the welfare of the
community."
* Th e British philosopher, Thomas Carlyle, who won the Nobel
Prize for his book `The Heroes' wrote: "It is a great shame for any
one to listen to the accusation that Islaam is a lie and that Muhammad
was a fabricator and a deceiver. We saw that he remained steadfast
upon his principles, with firm determination; kind and generous,
compassionate, pious, virtuous, with real manhood, hardworking and
sincere. Besides all these qualities, he was lenient with others,
tolerant, kind, cheerful and praiseworthy and perhaps he would joke
and tease his companions. He was just, truthful, smart, pure,
magnanimous and present-minded; his face was radiant as if he had
lights within him to illuminate the darkest of nights; he was a great
man by nature who was not educated in a school nor nurtured by a
teacher as he was not in need of any of this."
* Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the German writer said: "Us,
Europeans, with all our concepts could not reach what Muhammad has
reached, and no one will be able to precede him. I have looked in the
history of humanity for an example and found that it was Muhammad, as
the truth must be revealed. Indeed, Muhammad succeeded to subdue the
entire world to monotheism".
Truthfulness of the Prophethood of Muhammad, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam: If the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, did not have
anything to support the truthfulness of his message, except his
praiseworthy biography and the eternal legislation he came with, then
that would have been sufficient for the one who has a mind to ponder
with and reflect.
The fact that the religion of the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, remained established and prevailed throughout the long periods
of history, and people entered into it in large numbers, is the
greatest evidence proving that he, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, was
truly a messenger from Allaah.
Ibn Taymiyyah , may Allaah have mercy upon him, said: "The early
prophets have informed their people that one who falsely claims to be
a prophet will not last, but for a short period. One of the Christian
kings heard a man from the chiefs of the Christians cursing Muhammad,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, and accusing him of being a liar, so he
gathered the scholars of the Christians and asked them how long would
the one who falsely claims to be a prophet last. They informed him the
news that was conveyed by the Prophets, that it would not be but a
short number of years -- the longest would be around thirty years.
Upon hearing this, he said to them: `The religion of Muhammad has
lasted for more than five or six hundred years until now (up to his
time) and it is prevailing and accepted and people still follow it, so
how can this man be a liar?' Thereafter, he beheaded the man who
accused the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, of being a liar."
Defending the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam: One of the
rights of the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, upon Muslims is
that we love, honor and glorify him, follow his Sunnah and defend him.
The age we live in is full of evil and afflictions befalling the
Muslim nation, where we are seeing vicious attacks by some monks and
priests against the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam. Despite
the fact that their cursing and attacking him, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, enrages us, yet we see it as a sign of the nearness of our
victory and their destruction.
The early Muslims used to see it as glad tidings regarding the defeat
of their enemies when they cursed and attacked the Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam. Ibn Taymiyyah, may Allaah have mercy
upon him, said: "Allaah will extract revenge for His Messenger from
those who slander and attack him. Allaah will make His religion
prevalent and will expose the lies of the liars if the people cannot
apply the penal law a slanderer deserves."
Many trustworthy Muslim scholars have conveyed numerous accounts of
their practical experiences in different cities in the Levant. They
said: `The Muslims used besiege the Romans for long periods, like a
month and more, until they (i.e. the Muslims) almost gave up on
victory; no sooner than the dwellers of those Roman cities would start
cursing the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, that Allaah
facilitated victory and we conquered them. It was never delayed for
more than a day or two after they started cursing and defaming the
Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam. When we did win, we used to
kill large numbers of them.' People from Morocco also told me the same
thing."
Our duty in defending and supporting the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi
wa sallam:
Allaah says:
فَالَّذِينَ
آمَنُوا بِهِ
وَعَزَّرُوهُ
وَنَصَرُوهُ
وَاتَّبَعُوا
النُّورَ
الَّذِي
أُنْزِلَ
مَعَهُ
أُولَئِكَ
هُمُ
الْمُفْلِحُونَ
which means: "So they who have believed in him, honored him, supported
him and followed the light which was sent down with him it is those
who will be the successful."[Al-A'raaf: 157]. Therefore, it is our
duty to support the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam.
There are many things that an individual can do to support the
Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam. The following are some of them:
* Officially condemn the attack on all levels, and sound your
objection strongly. It is strange how we usually condemn other matters
of lesser significance, but this time, people have remained
inexplicably silent. It is also strange that the foreign minister of
England condemned this outrage before any of the Muslims, who should
have done so before anyone else.
* Register your objection with the official local authorities like
ministries of Islaamic affairs and Islaamic organizations.
* Sound your objection to social Islaamic foundations,
organizations and bodies.
* Thinkers, official leaders and scholars in different fields must
proclaim their condemnation of this outrage and openly object to it
using all means, especially the pulpits of the two Sacred Mosques.
* Islaamic centers in the West must sound their objections and
respond to this.
* Muslims must send e-mails objecting to and condemning the
publication of these images to all the organizations and people
concerned, and to anyone with influence in the Western communities. If
millions of e-mails were received from Muslims in this regard, this
would certainly have a noticeable impact on the situation.
* Buy airtime on TV and radio stations and broadcast programs in
defense of the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam and express
support. Muslims who are established and eloquent speakers, and who
are aware of the way to address the West should be invited to address
the issue.
* Write forceful articles for publication in magazines and
newspapers, even if one has to buy the space as if it was an
advertisement, and publish these articles on the internet as well.
* Employ professional production companies to produce video tapes
which present the summary of the life of the Prophet, sallallaahu
`alayhi wa sallam, highlight his virtues and good manners, and refute
some of the most common misconceptions about the Prophet, sallallaahu
`alayhi wa sallam.
* Print books and leaflets about the biography of the Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, and address some of the misinformation
in the West regarding him, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam.
* Hold meetings, conventions and deliver talks in universities
especially in the United States to counter this attack.
* Provide a clear response by scholars, clarifying the Islamic
ruling regarding those who attack and slander any Prophet or
Messenger, may Allaah exalt their mention, and especially our Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam; arranging for some scholars and
students of knowledge to respond to this vicious attack and fabricated
lies on the internet.
* Hold international exhibitions at airports, market places, malls
and public places after arranging with the local authorities, to
highlight some aspects of the excellence of the personality of the
Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam.
* Make material available in different languages that address the
life of the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, in order to
highlight his noble manners and his perfect personality.
Simultaneously, this would serve to counter the attack made against
the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam.
* Exchange useful ideas that will enable a person who loves and
glorifies the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, to participate
in the campaign of defending and supporting him, sallallaahu `alayhi
wa sallam, and expressing their love to him. One person could
translate some material, another could financially support some
effort, and a third could write articles and so on, until this becomes
a worldwide campaign.
* Produce CDs that talk about the features of the Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, and freely distribute them.
* Start a monthly magazine that talks only about the Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, and bring to light some of events in
his life and how he dealt with his enemies.
* Hold international conventions on the mercy of Islaam laying
stress on how Islaamic duties are easy and simple to follow, and that
all the accusations against the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, are false and nothing but mere lies. If every Muslim country
held a convention to counter the attack against the Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, this by itself would convey a message
to the world that attacking the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, is something that the Muslims will not tolerate.
The duty of those working on the internet and website owners:
Establishing databases on the internet about the biography of the
Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, in all languages. This has
already been done by two organizations: The International Committee
for Supporting the Final Messenger, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam and
The Committee for Supporting the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam. However, just two groups are not enough; our efforts must be
united in order to have a stronger impact.
* Forming groups of people that highlight the merits of Islaam and
the status of all the Prophets and Messengers in Islaam, may Allaah
exalt their mention, and other topics.
* Establishing sites and chat rooms that concentrate on the
biography of the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, and highlight
that his message is a universal one.
* Carrying out calm debates with non-Muslims and inviting them to
study the personality and life of the Prophet, sallallaahu `alayhi wa
sallam, and the religion that he was sent with.
* Sending e-mails that talk about the personality of the Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, and his mission, especially during
major occasions.
* Advertising books or lectures that talk about the Prophet,
sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, and his biography in popular search
engines.
Finally, we ask Allaah to support His religion and to humiliate the
enemies of Islaam.
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