Abusaleh Shariff explodes the myth of Muslims doing better under Modi ruleIndian celebrities, Muslim faith
Submitted by admin3 on 19 June 2011 - 12:02pm
By Ekram Haque,
From time to time, we hear about some Muslim celebrities in India engaging in practices that is akin to compromising their faith. A recent case in point is news reports of cricketer Zaheer Khan worshiping in a temple. There are also several cases of young Muslim men and women marrying spouses from other faiths. This is a serious problem, and the Muslim celebrities in the sports and entertainment world as well as the Muslim youth must be reminded about the implications of their actions.
As is well known, the Muslim testimony of faith – “I testify that there is no god, except Allah” – begins with the negation of all deities and affirmation of Allah as the only God. Worshiping anyone else, whether for political correctness or expediency, breaks this covenant. The struggle of all prophets throughout history, including the Prophet Muhammad (S), was to invite people to the worship of one true God. In the pursuit of this goal, some of the prophets and their followers went through severe persecution, including expulsion from their homelands.
The very first pillar of a Muslim’s faith is to testify to Allah’s lordship with the tongue, believe in it in the heart, and manifest it through actions. Faith without action is meaningless, and action without faith is deficient. It is often the last part where people fall short the most.
The pagans of Makkah had pleaded with Prophet Muhammad (S) to worship their gods in return for them worshiping Allah. In response came a small chapter of the Qur’an completely rejecting any bartering of the faith:
“Say: O disbelievers, I worship not what you worship,
Nor will you worship what I worship,
Nor will you worship whom I worship,
And I shall not worship that you are worshipping,
Nor will you worship whom I worship,
To you, your religion, to me, mine.” Sura 109, verses 1-6
In another famous incident, some of the nobles of Makkah offered the Prophet Muhammad (S) the kingship and wealth of the Quraysh if he renounced his faith in one God. The Prophet response: I will not do that even if you gave me sun in one hand and moon in the other.
Islam acknowledges the existence of other faiths and encourages cooperation with them for the common good. The Prophet Muhammad (S) worked with the pagans of Makkah before his prophethood to maintain a treaty of common goodwill, known as Hilf ul Fudhul. Many years later as a prophet he said that if he were to be invited to join such an endeavor again he would gladly do so.
While Muslims are encouraged to have good relations with people of other faiths, they are forbidden to worship anyone other than Allah. In Islam, there is no sin greater than associating partners with God. The Qur’an categorically states that while Allah can forgive all sins, there is no forgiveness for those who die on polytheism, called shirk in Arabic.
In all fairness, the celebrity world is a study in contrast. On the one hand we have seen some Muslim celebrities engaging in unislamic practices, at the same time we have witnessed several high-profile non-Muslim figures embracing Islam. Cases in point: Kamala Das, Maulana Umar Gautam, Malcolm X, Yvonne Ridley, Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), Imam Jamil Al-Amin (H. Rap Brown) and Kareem Abdul Jabbar. In fact, there are far more examples of the second kind. These celebrities found Islam to be the self-evident truth and liberator.
So for the Muslim celebrities who have worshipped in temples or taken spouses that Islamically are not allowed to them, it is time to take a fresh look at their priorities. It is possible that some celebrities and Muslim individuals in general may be put in a situation by the non-Muslim friends where they are expected to participate in their rituals. These Muslims may oblige with the intention to not hurt their sentiments. Instead, these celebrities should use wisdom and convey politely to their non-Muslim friends that they cannot participate in any ritual that is contradictory to their Islamic faith. They will not only earn the respect from their non-Muslim friends for adhering to his/her religious belief but also avoid such situations in the future.
These celebrities should learn from the great example of Caliph Umar (R). He was invited by the Christian leaders to directly negotiate the handover of Jerusalem to which he had agreed and entered Jerusalem in 637 AD on foot without any bloodshed or massacre. When it was time for prayer, the priests offered him the Church of the Holy Sepulcher to perform the prayer. Umar refused to pray in the Church, Had he done so, he explained, the Muslims would have wanted to build a mosque there to commemorate the first Islamic prayer in Jerusalem. So, he made it clear to the Christian priests without hurting their sentiments.
In conclusion, life and its pleasure are short-lived and temporary – for everyone. Someday, entertainment careers will end and sports prowess will wither away. The fans they care so much about will desert them. The only companion and helper that will remain with them is a faith they had not contaminated with disbelief.
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dunya ko khush krne k liye allah ko naraz kiya.
a real muslim is not that who borned in muslim family a real muslim is that who make his faith to born in his heart.may allah give him hidayah.
Funny Mussal Mans...!!
Countries where the Muslims aren't happy!
They're not happy in Gaza.
They're not happy in Egypt.
They're not happy in Libya.
They're not happy in Morocco.
They're not happy in Iran.
They're not happy in Iraq.
They're not happy in Yemen.
They're not happy in Afghanistan.
They're not happy in Pakistan.
They're not happy in Syria.
They're not happy in Lebanon.
And where are they happy?
They're happy in England.
They're happy in France.
They're happy in Italy.
They're happy in Germany.
They're happy in Sweden.
They're happy in the USA.
They're happy in Norway.
They're happy in India
They're happy in Australia
They're happy in Canada
They're happy in every country that is not Muslim!
And who do they blame?
Not Islam.
Not their leadership.
Not themselves.
THEY BLAME THE COUNTRIES THEY ARE HAPPY IN!!
False Statement
Countries where the Muslims aren't happy! -- And why is that? Let's see.
They're not happy in Gaza. -- They are under illegal occupation for the past 60+ years, They have no reason to be happy.
They're not happy in Egypt. -- Under a dictatorship for a 30+ years, no reason to be happy.
They're not happy in Libya. -- Under a dictatorship for a 30+ years, no reason to be happy.
They're not happy in Morocco. -- Under a monarchy forever, they are not that unhappy, but kind of ok.
They're not happy in Iran. -- Under conservatives, they are not that unhappy, but kind of ok.
They're not happy in Iraq. -- Under a dictatorship for a 30+ years, now decimated by wars, no reason to be happy.
They're not happy in Yemen. -- Under a dictatorship for a 30+ years, now decimated by civil war, no reason to be happy.
They're not happy in Afghanistan. -- Under constant invasion from the Russians and Americans, no reason to be happy.
They're not happy in Pakistan. -- This is true, I agree, it is a shame that this country can't produce true leaders that aren't corrupt.
They're not happy in Syria. -- Under a dictatorship for a 30+ years, now decimated by wars, no reason to be happy.
They're not happy in Lebanon. -- Decimated by civil wars, no reason to be happy.
And where are they happy?
They're happy in England. -- not true
They're happy in France. -- not true.
They're happy in Italy. -- not true.
They're happy in Germany. -- not true.
They're happy in Sweden. -- not true.
They're happy in the USA. -- kind of OK.
They're happy in Norway. -- not true.
They're happy in India -- kind of OK.
They're happy in Australia -- not true.
They're happy in Canada -- kind of OK.
They're happy in every country that is not Muslim! -- false statement.
I lost your point, btw. If the country they live in, is a dictatorship or a monarchy with no freedom or democracy or basic human rights, are they supposed to be happy just because they are Muslims?
What sort of a twisted logic is that?
Do they suggest Islam permits travesty?
There are two things that we must remember.....Islam does not permit travesty and liberalism to this extent that you start worshiping in a temple and remain a Muslim.... Secondly, being of faith is to being faithful in all connotations....no ifs and no buts.....Muhabbat aur ibadat ka yehi usool hai...Baqi to badmashi hai.....khud ko jaise chaho sahi sabit karte raho .....kisi ki sehat par kya asar padega....Sirf yehi kaha ja sakta hai ki Allah hum sab ki hidayat dein....Aameen!!!
I think this article is rubbish
We should move on rather than wasting our time in this idiot article. Our faith is all about helping other who is in need without being selfish. Who am I to judge someone's amaal. We really forget why we follow faith and nowadays we become more concerned about others and blame others
Zaheer Janab
Zaheer who coud'nt find a Muslim girl now dating a Hindu girl and will be marrying her soon....why why why why why...because all muslim girls are in Burkha.....!!!!!! :)
I think there are big issues
I think there are big issues in the way marriages are becoming complicated in Muslim families, it is indeed very difficult to find brides for people who don't have good connections even if they are of good character. I personally married a foreigner, after waiting for a proper introduction, given that my parents died quite early.
Leave aside a Hijabi/Niqabi
Leave aside a Hijabi/Niqabi muslimah,even a liberal will
not marry Zaheer who has become NAPAAK&NAJAS by
worshipping Idols.
Zahir Khan in the Mandir
It is clear is Quran and Hadeeth that one cannot associate any partners with Allah (swt).. The question of believing in heart and practicing something else is not acceptable. Allah (swt)mentions in the Quran that one must enter into the fold of Islam completely. Total submission to Allah (swt) commandments and the tradition of Prophet Mohammed (S) means rejection of any other deities.
I think it is the defeatist mindset and lack of knowledge of basic principles of Islam, proper environment to practice Islam leads to such distortions.
Re : allah will give u hidayat.
Dear shazia,
yes it is true that everyone is responsible for his/her actions but u must have heard the hadith that if something wrong is going on ,one must stop it with power , if cant stop it then must speak against it .even if cant speak then disbelief and criticize it from the heart and this will be the last darja' of eimaan.
i hope what zaheer has done is wrong in your view ,and if not then i must pray to Allah to give hidayat to you and zaheer.
khans
From raza khan to waheeduddin khan...form salman khan to zaheer khan et etc khans had got in to habit to misrepresent and distort Islam.....and defame islam and muslim community....
Very interesting issue and
Very interesting issue and need to be discussed in a lighter and healthy atmosphere. End results should be seen especially in the time of crisis of these elite and out of the world personalities. I dont know where the saying fits ... na ghar ka aur na ghat ka...
faruqi - shub chintak - 09810315813
I think this article is more
I think this article is more sort of emtional outburst than logical and i am wondering how can twocircle.net give space to this. In Islam, every one is accountable for his/her Amaal i.e. what they do. I am not answerable for what you did and nor u r liable for my deeds. Even great Prophet (PBUH) was instructed in Quran likewise. It also implies that we should not be judgemental towards others. It's not your buiseness to interfere in other's personal beliefs. Further more, we cannot say non-Muslim Kaafir because Kaafir in arabic implies one who rejects truth and even Muslim can be Kaafir according to its lexiography. Therefore, my request to the writer and like minded people stop being judgmental and emotional strenghthen your arguement.
Muslim faith is not so easily compromised!
A Muslim can pray to Allah while he is standing in a Hindu temple. The object of his prayer is in his heart, even if there is an idol in front of him. Our imaan is not so delicate that it will get tainted by our physical surroundings. Reciting Vande Maatram too does not harm our faith. It is what is in one's heart, not on one's lips, that matters.
Travesty in Islam????
So you say, Islam accepts travesty????
may allah guide you
If his heart is for Allah then to please who he goes to temple?.....if in heart something and in lip something that is called hypocrisy. Dear brother please remember you are answerable to Allah ...for the stupidity you circulate...may Allah guide you
Re; May Allah guide you
Fakrudin says, "if in heart something and in lip something that is called hypocrisy."
If a Muslim sings Vande Maatram, he is singing the national song and expressing his love of the country. He is not worshipping the goddesses mentioned in the song. In his heart he worships only Allah. If another Muslim finds the song objectionable, he certainly should have the freedom not to sing it. Excessive fear of committing "shirk" is the hallmark of cowards, not of true Muslims.
how kafit to be treated - Expert comments
article is self explanatory
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http://www.islamreview.com/articles/What_Islam_Wants.shtml
ALL INDIAN HINDUS WILL BE CONVERTED INTO ISLAM
JI is already equating India with Hindus so that the Hindus of Pakistan will be forced to become Muslims. This was a very successful strategy during the Babri Masjid riots. JI was actively involved in destroying the Hindu temples in Punjab and Sindh. We ordered the destruction of the Hindu family property too. But our main aim was to destroy the Hindu temples. We wrote in the JI pamphlets that destroying each pagan temple makes a Muslim move closer to the heaven of Allah. We used the Hadiths in all the pamphlets. Babar destroyed the Ram temple in Ayodhya because he was a true believer. The same way, every Muslim should take it upon himself to destroy the Hindu temples in Pakistan. O! ur idea was to encourage the Muslims of India also to destroy the Hindu temples in India. But this was not met with much success since the Hindu police in India started attacking the Muslims who were doing Allah's duty.
You are also self explanatory
Reply@ Satwa; You have once again proven to be a person trained by Brahmanical Terror Outfit(RSS).I am telling you that RSS and its stooges have already lost its significance in India. Whatever you do using Frauds like Ramdev, you will never ever gain anything. RSS terrorists are exposed and Indian people hate the Brahmanical Terrorists(RSS).
When Bihari Muslims have nothing to do with Pakistan, why do you talk about Pakistan and its minorities there. Speak some sense man rather than detracting from the core issue.
Zahir Khan
Let us find consolation in the thought that whatever he is doing, Allah is making him do.
Zaheer khan himself is
Zaheer khan himself is responsible for his actions.Allah (swt)
doesnot force anyone to commit a crime although freedom is
part of the TEST everyone has to undergo,without which everyone
would be good obedient man like angels.
only good souls who despite freedom restrain themselves from temptation of
evil will enter Jannah.
i can just pray 'Allah un
i can just pray 'Allah un sabko hidayat de' and un logo ko bhi ilm hasil karna chahiye
Response from A Kaafir
I guess this is the biggest problem of Muslims in India. They were offered a finger and have grasped the whole hand. To preach your children not to co exist with the people of other religion by telling them that Non Moslems are kaafirs and we have to be buutshakeen and some utter nonsense they are just giving way to another partition or Gujarat 2002 to happen. But please do not forget that Muslims will always remain minority and remember the words from Gita" Yadaa yadaa hee dharmsaya glanir bhawati bharata, abhyuthana adharmasya partitranaya sadunam. Dhrmasnasthapnathaya sambhawani yuge yuge.. Translate it and you will know what it means.
@Abhishek - Coexistence can
@Abhishek - Coexistence can be done better and more productively and with more respect in many other ways. Nothing against coexistence, in fact it is absolutely necessary. Coexistence doesn't have to mean adopting each other's religion; it means respecting their choice to follow it.
You cann't be a Kaafir until you know the truth
Reply@Abhishek; I am very much annoyed when I have seen a man calls Kaafir himself since I know the dire consequences here and hereafter of being a Kaafir. Brother you can not be a Kaafir until you know what the truth is. You have rightly quoted Sambhawami yuge yuge...Have you heard about a Maha Irshi,who had come to Marusthal? This Maha Irshi is nothing but Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) who preached exactly what your Vedas say. Do you know Brahma Sutra? Ekam Brahmam Dvitiya Naste Nehna Naste Kinchen...There is only one God, no any second one, not at all in the least bit..
Ekam Evadityam..There is only one God, whom you have to worship. Na tasya pratama asti..There is no image for God. If you worship the idols, you will become a Materialist, whose place is Hellfire. Please learn Sanskrit, read and study your Holy Books in the right sense. Insha Allah you will become a Faithful. Jazakallah Khair.
@Jazakallah Khair, What you
@Jazakallah Khair,
What you present is your view point. As you have quoted the vedas, there is only one god. You call it Allah and I call it Shiva. I have not seen God and I can say neither have you. You may say god is formless (vedas tell that too) but I may want to visualize it in some form dear to my heart. What is wrong in either of my preception? I still pray to that one omipotent god in the form I visualize him. In that case how do I become non believer and evil while you are pious? Instead to searching the one truth, we are debating on the view points professed by our ancestors.
What about Vishnu? What about
What about Vishnu?
What about Brahma?
What about Buddha?
What about Sai Babas & crores of mahants that are treated as Gods?
Are they all manifestations of God?
Aren't you triavilizing GOD? why do want to against the Vedas? Are you admitting that the concept put forward by the Vedas about God is wrong?
Response to Kaafir
Dear Kaafir,
To clarify something which you do not know.Many Non-Muslims do not know the meaning of the Kaafir. The Non Muslims especially Hindus get easily offended by this word. In fact if you look at the term used in Arabic for non Muslims is kaafir. Kaafir is a person who do not believe in Islam or Tawheed (Oneness of God and his Messnegr) So anyone who do not believe in Islam is called Kaafir. So The issue here is that there is a big fault among Muslims. Its a need of the hour and its a duty of every Muslim to preach and propagate Islam in the best way possible as mentioned in the Qur'an. The problem for all this misconceptions is lack of Knowledge and Ignorance about Islam and its practices. Therefore it is essential to educate Hindus about Allah (god) and his Messenger and the Message from the Quran.
Regarding Celebrities wether sports or Movies they are very much part of Dunia and they love this world and its fake happenings. No matter any Muslim advice them they will not change at all.
Very good essay.Muslims
Very good essay.Muslims should not imitate these celebreties
and strongly condemn their unislamic acts.
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