How to connect your feelings with your Lord?

In the Name of Allah, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful.

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By Qamar Ul Islam & Mishary Al-Kharraz.

All praise and thanks are due to Allah, we praise Him, seek His help and ask Him for forgiveness. Whoever Allah guides, none can misguide and whoever Allah leaves to stray, none can guide. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, who has no partner and I bear witness that Muhammad (PBUH) is His servant and Messenger.

Have you notice, why mother get nervous and get tense and always thinking about her child even he/she going outside for a purpose for a short time. Why mother get attached to her child and vice-versa. Similarly a husband loves his wife and wife love his husband, because they are mutually connected with the strong bond with emotions and feelings. These feelings are attached in normally all the human beings with some sort of relation for e.g. Mother-Son/daughter, Father-Son/daughter, nice-nephew, brother-sister, husband-wife and soon.

These feelings are results of time, patience and endurance to one relations, that gradually develops in the heart. If it is developed then all things are easy to tackle. For example: A person can do a piece of work at right time because he knows my mother say so, so he doesn’t want to disobey her. Similarly wife takes necessary precautions while making a food because she doesn’t want to hurt her husband because she loves her.

Similarly, If we want to attached our feelings with our lord, then the most important thing is to connect our feelings with his beloved book i.e. none other than “The Holy Qur’an” because it is the words of Allah Subhanahutallah. Give your time to learn, understand and recite it. Learn it by your heart not by words only just like a parrot which memorizes certain phrase and he is just repeating these words without knowing its meaning, we have to learn Arabic language related to the Qur’an.

Now before any change in us can take place, we need to re-examine our outlook on prayer.

Ask yourself: Why do I learn Qur’an? Why do I pray? Is it just because have to? Is is just this daily duty out of the way and over with? Or maybe it is because everyone just does it is so I do it too?

It’s time to make a change. We need to start praying out of sincere Love. Pray out of longing to be with the one of you love. Pray for the peace and comfort that comes from the being with the one you love.

There are three reasons which make you love someone:

1. Either because that someone is beautiful!

2. Or because that someone always deals kindly with you.

3. Or because that someone has done many favours for you.

Think of Allah now. He is all of the above and more isn’t He? Doesn’t He then deserve to be the most worthy of our love over everything and anyone else? To truly love Allah (swt) is to truly taste the greatest love in existence! It is to truly taste the beauty of Allah.

As to Allah’s beauty, look around at all that is beautiful in creation, be it inner or outer beauty. It is all but a small hint to the ultimate beauty He beholds. If every person was created with the beauty of Prophet Yusuf and his total beauty was combined with the beauty was combined with the beauty of everything we see around us – all this in comparison to the beauty of Allah, would be like that of a weak candle light to the brightness of the Sun.

As to Allah’s kindness and favours upons us, just close your eyes momentarily to appreciate just the gift of sight alone. If we were to count His favours upon us, never will we be able to enumerate them.

If you’ll really love Allah, then all things are easy, if you’ll try do something wrong, then you’ll never do it because Allah’s love doesn’t allow you to do that. If you do it unintentionally or for some reason these feelings of love makes you cry and you’ll never find relief until you’ll ask forgiveness from the Lord.

Hope this article serves helpful to all the people who seriously takes priority to the Allah’s Love over all other feelings and emotions. Whatever I have written that is true is from Allah alone while anything that is false is from myself and shaytan. Subhanaka Allahummah wa bihamdika, ash hadu an la illaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atuboo ilayk.

How I celebrate my "Eid-Ul-Fitr" with a message?

In the Name of Allah, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful.

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By Qamar Ul Islam

Today is  "Eid-Ul-Fitr", The festival of joy, peace, and blessings of the Allah SubhanahuTallah (He is exalted above weakness and dignity) at the end of Ramadhan on the Muslims all over the world. But there is a matter of great regrets and pain that our Muslims brothers and sisters in Palestine, Gaza were killed in the unknown number, You can expected a round figure as 1000 at the last day of Ramadhan. I don’t know what’s the matter with Israeli people, they don’t know humanity, they don’t know we’re also a creation of the creator. If creator wants to destroy them, Offcourse he will, because he is not only controlling everything but maintains delicate balance exist in the whole Universe i.e. everything from very little species like bacteria to a very large Universe. He only check if his servants may repent and turn back to him, as he is most merciful and most gracious, if they don’t, as the time is over, he takes under control all the situations as he like to be. But I must say one thing to the Israeli people who are involves in this slaughter of thousand not thousand it is in lakhs, they must stop it otherwise they have to face the wrath of the mighty creator whose has infinite power as he say “be and it becomes” (Hadith Qudsai), no one has any control to stop him.

I’ve also pray namaz and make dua for the our muslim brothers and sisters in gaza, so that Allah provide them comfort, peace and blessings upon the people and all the over the world where they are facing same hardships as these people suffered. I request all our Muslim brothers and sisters you all pray and make dua for the same.

Although, I’ve visited Mosque for praying Eid-ul-Fitr Namaz, after namaz I’ve lots of friends there, wishes each other with a gentle hug. Then I’ve go to the friends home for eating delicious dishes e.g. Sawayya, kheer, Chole, kabab etc etc…. Yum Yum I know you’ve a water in your mouth… but don’t be upset if you’ve chance to visit my home then you’re most welcome, there u’ve got delicious dishes makes by my beloved mother… that’s why I’ve say most of the time ‘I love you mom” Now I’ve a time to right a blog therefore I share my experience here. If you’ve also then you may also share with the comment shown in comment section at the end.

Whatever I have written that is true is from Allah alone while anything that is false is from myself and shaytan. Subhanaka Allahummah wa bihamdika, ash hadu an la illaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atuboo ilayk.

Jazakallah!

Love: A New Beginning!

In the Name of Allah, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful.

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Marriage is the beginning of a love story, not the end like it is shown in most American movies. Most “love movies” have “a happy end”: they end with the wedding. For me it should be the other way around. A real love movie should start with the wedding. According to me, the reason why there are so many divorces in the West is because in the West lust has priority over love and commitment. A relationship based on lust is superficial. Two people who are united by lust will sooner or later fall for any struggle, because there is ego involved. When the ego takes over is when one is unable to find love and peace inside himself, because he is obscured by all the layers he has on himself – his heart is covered with “stuff” and there is no space for pure love to arise. The relationship becomes defensive and reactionary. The couple takes things personally, simply because of the ego in them.

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On the other hand, a Muslim family sticks together, works out everything together, faces the challenges together and eventually overcomes them with love and peace. Why? Because they believe in Allah and therefore are conscious about the meaning of their union, based on togetherness in order to get closer to the creator. “Who is more astray than one who follows his own lusts, devoid of guidance from Allah? For Allah guides not people given to wrongdoing” [28:50]

Getting married for the sake of Allah The way a Muslimah chooses her husband who becomes her life partner until death separates them physically on earth is based on her faith in Allah and nothing else. What does it really mean to marry someone for the sake of Allah? It means that you love that person based on how much he loves Allah.

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In that way, you can’t make a mistake in choosing your life partner. A Muslimah who loves Allah would never marry a man who goes astray and misbehaves (meaning going against the beautiful principles written in the Qur’an). The more he is spiritual and therefore connected to Allah, the more you love him. This love is not based on temporary passion and heartbeats caused by chemistry between two people. The love for the sake of Allah is that type of love which is strong right from the start two people connect spiritually (spiritual connection means that both love Allah) and which grows day by day with every challenge and every beautiful period of time shared together. It does not finish because one of them might have fallen for another man/woman, because the person who loves Allah would never fall for someone else. The person who loves Allah, does not get angry.

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He is patient and understanding and prays to Allah when there is a clash between the couple. Eventually, through the prayers you create more peace, more love and more patience in your heart. You end up feeling more connected to Allah, your creator, more spiritual and as a result you embrace the challenge between you and your spouse and face it with love and peace. How can there be a serious struggle in this way? There can’t. Therefore, a love story starts with the marriage. Not with a kiss. Not with a “one night stand” that could eventually turn out to be the start of a relationship.

Is this kind of relationship based on “love”? This kind of relationship will sooner or later break down because it is based on nothing concrete. Just physical attraction which is not enough to keep a relationship and a heart full of infinite love. However, physical attraction is a very important part in a relationship, but it is not the start of a marriage/love story. It is the completion of it.

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When two people are united for the sake of Allah, they will automatically love each other and feel attracted to each other. That’s when you honour the person you are sharing your life with. That’s when you respect him and accept him the way he is – beautiful and pure, because his heart is pure. His heart beats for Allah and Allah says in the Qur’an to love, care and take care of your family. Marriage in Islam is purposeful. Its purpose is to get closer to Allah through your husband/wife. The more challenges you face and overcome, the closer you are to Allah. The more you make an effort towards your husband/wife and family, the closer you get to Allah.

Marriage in Islam is based on peace and love. It is a spiritual connection between two human beings who love each other no matter what. This is what is known as pure love. As our Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) says: The one who married for deen is blessed. I dropped those few lines while reflecting on the marriage which is a blessing and gift from Allah and I would love to integrate my words with a speech by Yasmin Mogahed who I honour for her beautiful and inspiring work.

I hope that this brief piece of writing was useful for Muslim and non-Muslim couples. May Allah guide you all to the right path – the one where peace and love are infinite.

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A Believer's True Love: Middle Love.

In the Name of Allah the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

  

When the Middle love comes in mind, you'll definitely getting these question in the mind.

• What is the meaning of middle love?
• Does Islam regard middle love as sublime?
• What are the influences of this type on the individual, family, and society?
• To what extent should the relationship of this type be overcome? To what extent should it be allowed to remain?

         All these questions will be answered in detail. Allah is the One whose help is sought, and He is the only one Who guides us to the right way.

           Middle love is a sentimental of the heart and stems from psychological feelings reaching from a man heart relates with another e.g. the relation with religion, family, kinship, and friends. Affection, mercy, loyalty, and sympathy strengthen this relation. Through this type, believers come their children and vice-versa, a husband his wife and vice-versa, friends love each other... etc.

               Islam regards this type of love as a noble and sublime feeling. However, it occupies a second rank after the love of Allah and His Messenger and striving in His way. In addition, love of Allah, His Messenger, and striving in His way holds great status and honour in the sight of Allah. Influences resulting from this type are as follows:

• Without mutual love between the spouses, there is no family, no offspring, no care, no education, and no nurturing.
• Without love being inculcated in the hearts of children, there are no parent-child relationships, no family coherence, and no cooperative relationships with relatives.
• Without love, there are no social relations, no acquaintances, and no happiness among mankind.

Thus, middle love  is necessary to achieve the interests of individuals and societies. It is not strange to find that Islamic teachings strengthen the love of parents to their children and vice versa, the love of a husband to his wife and vice versa, and the love of a man to his friends, relatives, and mankind in general. According to Islam, the aim of this type lies in the following verse:

"O mankind! We have created you from a male and a female, and make you into nations and tribes, that you may know one another. Verily, the most honouarble of you with that (believers) who has At-Taqwa (i.e. he is one of Muttaqin (the pious. See V.2:2)." (Surah Al-Hujurat: 13, The Holy Qur'an)

"The believers are nothing else than brothers (in Islamic religion)" (Surah-Hujurat: 10, The Holy Qu'ran) 

 "And give them (emigrants) prefrence over themselves even though they were in need of that" (Surah Al-Hashr: 9, The Holy Qur'an)

 "Allah does not forbid you to deal justly and kindly with those fought not against you on account of religion and did not drive you out of your homes. Verily, Allah loves those who deal with equity" (Surah Al-Mumtahana: 8, The Holy Qur'an)

           Bukhari and Muslim recorded that the Prohpet (PBUH) said: "You are not a true believer until you like for you brother Muslim the things you like for yourself."
              Bukhari and Muslim also recorded that the Prophet (PBUH) said: "The similitude of belivers having mutual love, affection and fellow feeling is like the whole body; when a limb of it aches, the whole body aches, because of sleeplessness and fever."
              Muslim recorded that the Prophet (PBUH) also said: "A believer should not hate a bad characteristic in his wife, for she may also have a good one."
             Bukhari and Muslim recorded that the Prophet (PBUH) also said: "Whosoever believes in Allah and the last Day should be generous towards his neighbours and his guests."  
              Tabarani also reported the Prophet (PBUH) as saying, "People are the family of Allah so, the most beloved to me is the most useful for Allah's family"
                To address this question: 'To what extent should middle love is a principle of Islamic law, because it strengthens and groups. Consequently, this love should remain forever. Is there a religious reason or cause urging us to overcome or restrict this type of love?
 

Whatever I have written that is true is from Allah alone while anything that is false is from myself and shaytan. Subhanaka Allahummah wa bihamdika, ash hadu an la illaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atuboo ilayk.

Continue on next article: A Believer’s True Love – How's It strengthen's ones Iman.

Source: Kalamullah.com, Forward By Prof. Abdullah Tantaawy, ‘Abdullah Nasih ‘Ulwan

A Believer’s True Love – Love of Jihad.

In the Name of Allah the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

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Undoubtedly, the believers, who feel love of Allah and His Messenger are attracted to the love of Jihad (striving in Allah's way)  and protecting Islam despite any hardships and difficulties they might face.

• The Believer is attracted to the love of Jihad,  since Allah created him along with other believers to bring people out from the worship of idols to the worship of Allah, from the temporary world to the permanent Hereafter, and from the injustice of other religions to the justice of Islam.
• He loves Jihad  because he will receive the fairest of two rewards; victory or martyrdom.
• He rushes to Jihad  so as to raise the banner of Islam, and establish a society that is based on the teachings of the Qur'an.

                 Among the fruits that are reaped from the love of Jihad include the achievements of the Prophet's companions and their followers, who did their best to guide nations, spread Islam, destroy idols, ruin the state of the disbelievers, establish great culture, cultivate, the land to enjoy its fruits, and establish justice, brotherhood, and equality. Allah was their aim. "There is the Greatest' was their call, Jihad was their path, and martyrdom for His sake was their hope. The Islamic poet Muhammad Iqbal said:

We fought with the sword to raise your

name to lighten like stars

We were strong soldiers and brave above

mountains

We were able to cross seas

Our call to prayer was declared

in the temples of crusaders with

which we conquered nations

Africa did not forget our prostration

above the hot sand of mountains.

We faced swords with our chests

We did not fear the day of a tyrant leader

The shade of the sword was like

the shade of green gardens around

which flowers grow

We did not fear war with a tyrant enemy 

even if death faced us from all sides

We say there is no god but the One who

created the universe and destiny

We carry our heads high on our shoulders,

asking Your reward."

             History recorded the names and stories of great people who sacrificed themselves for the sake of Allah. Some were continually repeating these words in  battle: "And I have hastened to You my Lord, that You may be satisfied." Others chanted: "Tomorrow we will meet our beloved; Muhammad and his companions. " A third said while he was breathing his last: " A third while he was while he was breathing his last: "This is the day of great joy." The fourth declared: "I do not fear or worry about my enemy because to Allah will be my return. " "I do not care about the way I am  killed as long as I am killed as a Muslim because death will surely come to me." Another said in the battle of Uhud while he was dying: "O Sa'd! By the lord of Nadhir, I feel the smell of paradise behind the mountain of Uhud." 

           Without the love of Allah, His Messenger, and striving in His way, they would not have conquered nations, modernized states, honoured man, spread Islam, sacrificed themselves for Allah's sake, nor set up the State of Islam throughout the whole world. Owing to this sublime meaning and noble aim, the love of Allah, His Messenger, and Jihad is preferred above all other types of love. How sad that most people do not know this!

Whatever I have written that is true is from Allah alone while anything that is false is from myself and shaytan. Subhanaka Allahummah wa bihamdika, ash hadu an la illaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atuboo ilayk.

Continue on next article: A Believer’s True Love – Middle love.

Source: Kalamullah.com, Forward By Prof. Abdullah Tantaawy, ‘Abdullah Nasih ‘Ulwan

A Believer’s True Love – Next level.

In the Name of Allah the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

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        SInce Al-mighty Allah alone is the only Owner, the Controller of mankind, the Omniscient, the Ever-Wise, and the Omni-competent, the believer inclines with heart and soul to the love of Allah, and endeavours wholeheartedly and truthfully to carry out His orders. He believes that his personality will be incomplete unless he follows Allah's guidance (the Omni-competent, the Omniscient, and the Omnipotent). Allah, the Almighty says:
             "...then whoever follows My Guidance he shall neither go astray, nor shall he be distressed. But whoever turns away from My Reminder (i.e. neither believes in this Qur'an nor acts on its teachings.) verily, for him is a life of hardship..." (Surah Taha: 123-124, The Holy Qur'an)

 

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• Undoubtedly, the believer who tastes the joys of belief loves Allah's apostle. The believer finds in his personality the best example, because Allah described him with this quality, which is represented in his  deeds, sayings, and traditions. The Qur'an declares:

          "Indeed in the Messenger of Allah (Muhammad (peace be upon him)) you have a good example to follow for him who hopes for (the Meeting with) Allah and the Last Day, and remembers Allah much" (Surah Al-Ahzab: 21, The Holy Qur'an)

•  He regards him as the ideal since Allah preserved him from error and sin. Almighty Allah says:

"Nor does he speak of (his own) desire. It is only a Revelation revealed" (Surah An-Najm: 3-4, The Holy Qur'an)

        Imam Malik (may the mercy of Allah be upon him) said: "All kind are subject to error except he who is buried in this cemetery (meaning the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)"

• He also regards him as having a magnificent character as Allah is He who gave him this attribute. Almighty Allah says:

          "And verily, you (O Muhammad (peace be upon him)) are on an exalted  standard of character" (Surah Al-Qalam: 4, The Holy Qur'an)

                   May Allah have mercy on the poet who said:

Do not believe in what the Christians allege 

about Prophet (Jesus)

But praise our Prophet (Muhammad) as

you wish and make a comparison.

And ascribe to him all glory and honor,

 And attribute to his status all greatness

and grandeur

Because the Messenger's status is very

high, so that words are not enough to

express that status.

However, we are sure that he is man,

but he is the best of mankind. 

              It is  therefore natural for a believer to be attracted to the love of the Prophet (peace be upon him) after he recognizes his status in the sight of Allah. He also loves him because he finds  him the ideal human being and the best example. Therefore, he strives to follow his way in all worldly and religious affairs, as his companions (may the peace of Allah be upon them all) did during his lifetime. They loved him so much that they felt sad if they did not see him. Al-Baghawy reported that Thawban, the bond slave of the Prophet (peace be upon him) very much. Once he came to him while his face was pale. The Prophet (peace be upon him) asked him: "What is the matter with you?" He replied; "Nothing". However, when you are absent, I feel lonely.  When I remember the last Day, I feel afraid, as you will enter supreme Paradise. If I do not enter paradise, I will not see you again."

 

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      Thereupon the following verse has revealed:

             "And whosoever obeys Allah and the Messenger (Muhammad (peace be upon him)) then they will be in the company of those on whom Allah has bestowed His Grace, of the Prophets, the Siddiqin (those followers of the Prophets who were first and foremost to believe in them, like Abu Bakr As-Siddiq (may Allah be pleased with him), the martyrs, and the righteous. And how excellent these companions are!"

            They also preferred him above themselves. AL-Baihaqi reported that the disbelievers took out Zaid ibn ad-Duthunnah from the holy mosque to kill him in Tan'eem. Khubaib ibn 'Adi and Zaid: "I adjure you by Allah, would you like us to kill  Muhammad instead of you and you return to your family?" Zaid replied: "I do not like that Muhammad (Peace be upon him)  be injured even by a thorn while I am sitting safely in my home." Abu sufyan commented: "I have never seen companions who love their friend like those of Muhammad (peace be upon him)."
                     We see that both Zaid and Khubaib preferred to be killed above injuring the preferred to be killed above injuring the prophet (peace be upon him) even a thorn!
                   Al-Baihaqi also reported that a women from Al-Ansar, whose father and brother were killed in the battle of Uhud, asked the companions: "What about the Prophet (peace be upon him)?" They answered: "He is Well." She wanted to see him. When she saw him, she said: "Every disaster is easy as long as you are safe." So we see that the companions loved the Prophet (peace be upon him)  so much that they preferred they found in his character the ideal and best example to follow. Thus, we recognise the influence of t5he best example on people.

 Whatever I have written that is true is from Allah alone while anything that is false is from myself and shaytan. Subhanaka Allahummah wa bihamdika, ash hadu an la illaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atuboo ilayk.

Continue on next article: A Believer's True Love: love-of-jihad.html

Source: Kalamullah.com, Forward By Prof. Abdullah Tantaawy, ‘Abdullah Nasih ‘Ulwan

A Believer's True Love – High (Spiritual) Love.

In the Name of Allah the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

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      According to the Holy Qur’an, there are three types of love. I. High (spiritual) love, II. Middle love, III. Low love.

    Now, let us talk for a while in detail about each of these types, praying for Allah’s guidance to the straightway, for it is Him alone, who we beseech aid and guidance.

I. High (spiritual) Love:

    Undoubtedly, love of Allah and His Messenger, and Striving in His path is preferred; in the sight of pious men, above all other types of love, as love of Allah and His Messenger is a requirement of faith and a condition of being a true Muslim. It is also the only way to support Allah’s religion, spread the message of Islam, and establishes the edifice of Islam throughout the world.

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    Certainly the believer, who tastes the joys of belief, inclines more to the love of Allah, as he knows that Allah is the Most Glorified, the Most Great and the Most Perfect. No one can multiply or describe this perfection and glory. He also believes that divine law should be followed, because it is comprehensive and free from bias and imperfection. Therefore, he endeavors truthfully and determinedly to establish this law because he realizes that:

      Allah is surely the Owner of the world and the Controller of all creation. This Owner manages His creatures’ affairs in the way He decides and chooses. Man, as one of these creatures, submits to this Owner and Controller. The Holy Qur’an  declares:

“And your Lord creates whatever He wills and chooses: no choices have they (in any matter). Glorified is Allah, and exalted above all that they associate (as partners with Him)” (Surah Al-Qasas: 68, The Holy Quran)

Allah also declares:

“It is not for a believer, a man or women, when Allah and His Messenger have decreed a matter that they should have any option in their decisions” (Surah Al-Ahzab: 36, The Holy Quran)

      He also recognizes that Allah is All Knowing and so He legislates laws that are suitable for His Creatures’ circumstances and interests. Allah, the Almighty says:

“Say, “Do you know better or does Allah knows better…?” (Surah Al-Baqarah: 140, The Holy Quran)

“And Allah is the All-Knower of each and everything” (Surah Al-Baqarah: 282, The Holy Quran)

He also says:

“And Allah knows and you know not” (Surah An-Noor: 19, The Holy Quran)

      He is also sure that the Exalted Allah is Ever-Wise in His judgment. His wisdom means that He puts things in the right place to achieve interest and prevents loss. Allah, the Almighty says:

“And Allah is All-knower, All-Wise” (Surah Al-Anfal: 71, The Holy Quran)

“Certainly He is All-Mighty, All-Wise” (Surah Al-Anfal: 63, The Holy Quran)

      The beliver also knows that Allah is the Only law-Giver and that man is absolutely incapable of enacting laws for himself because he is affected by his environment, emotions, sentiment, religion, bias, and the party which follows. Almighty Allah declares:

“Say:  Muhammad (peace be upon him) ‘Shall I seek a judge other than Allah while it is He Who has sent down unto you the Book (The Holy Qur’an), explained in details”

(Surah Al-An’am: 114, The Holy Qur’an)

He also declares:

            “Have you seen him who takes his own lusts (vain desires) as his ilah (god), and Allah knowing (him as such), left him astray, and sealed his hearing and his heart, and put a cover over his sight. Who then will guide him after Allah? Will you not then remember?” (Surah Al-Jathiya: 23, The Holy Qur’an)

Whatever I have written that is true is from Allah alone while anything that is false is from myself and shaytan. Subhanaka Allahummah wa bihamdika, ash hadu an la illaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atuboo ilayk.

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Source: Kalamullah.com, Forward By Prof. Abdullah Tantaawy, ‘Abdullah Nasih ‘Ulwan

Why love takes preference over other emotions?

In the Name of Allah, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful

1. Love is an intuition; a sense of the heart through through which the hearts of the two lovers attract and relate together emotionally. It is also a deep-rooted, indispensable part of the nature of man. Sometimes it is controlled by one's will if a lover chooses the pure and chaste love and wills to live the life of those who are pious.

2. Islam's Acknowledgement of the phenomenon of Love.
         Islam, with its reality, which is represented in its nature, morality, and legislation, acknowledges the importance of love that is rooted in man's entity. Moreover, it classified love into three types:

• High rank of love.
• Middle rank of love.
• Low rank of love.

 

These types of love have been practised throughout the whole world. Indeed, they will exist until the end of time. These types are based on the words of Allah, the Almighty says:

"Say: If your fathers, your sons, your brothers, your wives, your kindred, the wealth that you have gained, the commerce in which you have gained, the commerce in which you fear a decline, and the dwellings in which you delight are dearer to you than Allah and His Messenger, and striving hard and fighting in His Cause, then wait until Allah brings about His Decision (torment). And Allah guides not the people who are Al-Fasiqun (the rebellious, disobedient to Allah)" (Surah At-Taubah:24, The Holy Quran)

   According to this verse, high-ranking love is the love of Allah, His Messenger, and striving in His way. The second type is the love of in His way. The second type is the love of family, relatives, brethren, spouses, and kinsmen. The last one to prefer the love of Allah, His Messenger, and fighting in His way.

   In conclusion, Islam acknowledges love, and regards it as an indispensable matter, which was created for a purpose which only Allah knows. Almighty Allah says:

"Allah's Fitrah (i.e. Allah's Islamic Monotheism) with which He has created mankind. No change let there be in khalqillah (i.e. the religion of Allah - Islamic Monotheism) (Surah Ar-Rum:30, The Holy Quran)

3. The Wisdom behind the phenomenon of Love.
          Undoubtedly, this phenomenon that has been inculcated in man contains important aims. No one can understand it save those who have sound minds and deep knowledge. These purposes or aims are as follows:

  

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• Love is a hard and bitter exam for man's behaviour. This exam is represented in the type of love he chooses. Will his love be pure or impure? Will he be moderate or extreme? Will he be disciplined or unrestrained? These questions will be answered after he passes the exam!
• Love is one of the most important incentives behind populating the world, a motivation to develop civilization, and discipline for the affairs of life. It also prompts mankind to realize their aims i.e. establishing civilization and glorifying Allah. So we can say that without love, there would be no activity, creativity, modernization, or urbanization.

• It is a major factor in the reproduction of mankind, to become acquainted with others, to utilize other cultures, and to study the sciences related to the cosmos, life and man.

• It strengthen family ties, unifies society, establishes affinity among people, security, stability, peace among nations, and mercy and affection all over the world.

• Human love that is based on divine love makes wonders, establishes the edifice of glory and dignity, and sets up a great state, like that which was set up by our pious predecessors, who developed the best society known in the history of the world.

          This article is quite long enough to write in a single one therefore I prefer to break into two or three articles discussed later on.

Whatever I have written that is true is from Allah alone while anything that is false is from myself and shaytan. Subhanaka Allahummah wa bihamdika, ash hadu an la illaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atuboo ilayk

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Source: Kalamullah.com, Forward By Prof. Abdullah Tantaawy