WISHING ALL MUSLIMS A BLESSED EIDUL FITR.
“Your existence is a marathon."
WHAT IS YOUR VIEW ON LIFE?
Many people believe that the purpose of life is to find personal happiness, fulfillment, and meaning. This could involve pursuing passions, building meaningful relationships, or making a positive impact on the world. For others, the purpose of life is tied to their spiritual or religious beliefs. These beliefs may offer a sense of purpose, direction, and connection to a higher power. Others find meaning in contributing to society or making a positive difference in the lives of others.
This could involve volunteering,
advocating for social justice, or pursuing a career that benefits the
community. Some people believe that the purpose of life is to learn, grow, and
develop as individuals. This could involve exploring new experiences, challenging
oneself, and striving to become the best version of oneself. It can be said
that your environment, culture, religious beliefs and upbringing do play a
significant role in your approach to life. At the end of the day, you are what you are. That is your created state (fitrah). There is no right or wrong answer,
and it may change over time as life experiences and perspectives evolve. (10 Sept 2024)
OUR APPROACH TO ISLAM
Our approach to Islam has been based on the Qur'an and Ahadith. This Traditional approach to studying Islam is subject orientated and specific in nature. It does not take in the wider picture. For example, an ustad/ustazah may quote a Hadith on building a mosque and your reward would be a palace in paradise. This is valid but if you study accounting there is a 'profit-loss' account and if you go bust you would lose everything. In an Islamic context, you could lose your 'palace' in paradise.
Taking in the wider picture is important because individuals have been known to take advantage of the innocent and ignorant. Take for example the call to Jihad in the Qur'an. Individuals with specific objectives sounded this call and many joined them without realising what they were getting in. Many did not know that they were not fighting for Allah's cause but some proxy war with invested interest.
Islam today is abused and manipulated to serve 'invested interest'. There is a need to verify whatever you are told. This is a Qur'anic command. There is a need to develop a firm foundation in Tawheed and Tawakkul. However, one should also be open to 'opinion' outside the standard framework of Islam, so long as it does not go against the Fundamental Principles of Islam. There is a need to understand Allah, our relationship with Him, the purpose of creation, its creation and existence. Nothing exists but Allah; There is no power greater than His; Nothing takes place without Him knowing about it, and in all matters, He knows best. His breath into Adam, bring him to life. That very same 'breath', 'spark' or 'light' (nur) keeps everything alive. The whole Creation is a manifestation of His Divine Names and Attributes. As such, just what are you going to supplicate Him about that He does not off. He 'hears', 'sees' and 'knows' - thus, it is Nearness to Him through Submission that makes the difference, and not on our egoistic desires.
Ibnu Arabi is a master of reality and many of his book have been translated by William Chittick (Prof. at New York University). The study of Islamic Cosmology and Islamic Metaphysics will enlighten you on Creation. You will also find this information in Sahih Bukhari etc. Get these download free (look for pdf files) or email me:
Ibnu Abbas (r.a.) supplicated: "Ya Allah, by the Light (Nur) of your Face, which shines on the heavens and the earth, place me in Your fortress, Your protection, Your guardianship, and under Your shadow." The Qur'an states that "Only His Face remains". It is this Light that keeps us all alive. If this 'Veil of Light' is withdrawn everything will be destroyed (Bukhari).
10. Journey to The Lord of Power (A Sufi Manual of Retreat) by Ibnu Arabi.
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SPIRITUAL REFLECTIONS
TAWHEED: Only Allah exist. There is no power greater than His. Nothing takes place without Him knowing and approving it as He deems fit. It is His Light (Nur) that keeps the whole Creation alive. His Light is within you, outside of you, everywhere and in everything. Everything is a manifestation of His Divine Names and Attributes. Those who understand this, know that their lives, like Creation is measured out by Him. Therefore, to succeed in this world and the next, you submit, serve within your means... only doing good without expectation, and you will reach your destination, enjoying Allah's pleasure. This is your Tawheed.
TAWAKKUL is the Essence of Tawheed. You will experience it when you reach the end of the road; when every effort of yours has failed; when you are demoralised... almost lost faith in all your beliefs and practices: That is the moment... the moment of total surrender to Allah, only then will Tawakkul in Allah suddenly become a reality to you, because it is the only thing left for you. It will seize your heart to have meaning and substance, otherwise, it just a word to you.
LlAILATUL QADR is not just an event like looking at a 'bloody moon' eclipse. It goes beyond that. Throughout my life, I have experienced it in different ways. It is not on the same day for everyone. One does not witness it in accordance with one's desires because Allah does not attend to our whims and fancies. Therefore, if the desire is to seek Allah's forgiveness, mercy, kindness, love and affection, as well as being saved from the 'Blazing Fire of Hell' and the Torment of the Grave'.... your chances are greater. Often, it just happens to many unexpectedly because Allah loves those who purely serve Him, seeking nothing in return but His pleasure. Think about this and avoid joining the 'circus of sightseers'.
REVISED: The ISLAMIC COSMOLOGICAL APPROACH TO GOD AND CREATION (Mankind) (17 Oct, 2024)
All political Shia and Sunni preachers are blinded by the real fact that there is no Islamic State whatsoever. The Treaty of Hudaibiyah has been politically manipulated. The turmoil after the demise of the Prophet s.a.w., his burial and the election process that followed (found in Ahadith), clearly indicate the politics of the Quraish (the wealthy and powerful, especially those who contributed towards Islam). It is this politics that sidelined Ali and his family. The Prophet clearly declared: I leave two things behind, the Word of Allah and the Sunnah of the Ahlul Bayt (they were never Shia'!) It is this universal disease between the Sunni and Shia' that has witnessed collections of Ahadith selected to suit them and in almost every other matter. Unfortunately, the real victims are the Ahlul Bayt, who should lead the way.
GOD'S LIGHT (NUR) DETERMINES YOUR FAITH (192 pages 5x7): published 2024
Summary: What I am presenting here is an Analogical Argument based on God’s Light (Nur) and how it determines Fate. This has not been previously presented, mentioned or written. Traditionally, we have viewed Creation as a process taking place within “six days” according to the Qur’an, (Surah A’raf 7:54). In the world of science, the ‘Big Bang’ theory represents the way the universe came into existence without a God. This theory can be viewed as God creating Creation in darkness with His Light (Nur). This Analogical Argument deals with 1). The Creation as a whole, 2). The Creation of Adam, and 3). Qada and Qadar (Preordainment). By viewing Creation in this manner, we are able to conclude that the amount of Light (Nur) from God, as determined by Him, forms the basis and foundation of existence. The ‘amount of Light (Nur) a person receives from God’ at the time of his/her inception into the world, has a relationship with scientific evidence concerning Criminality, Down Syndrome etc.
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