Shaikh ul Islam Mawlana Abdol Hamid, on the evening of Friday (September 13, 2024), delivered a speech as a guest and special speaker at the sixth ceremony honoring the Qur’an memorizers from the Abdullah ibn Zubair Religious School and the graduates of the girls’ school, Madrasat al-Banat Hazrat Asma bint Abi Bakr, in the second district of Domak, a sub-district of Zahedan County.

Highlights from Shaikh ul Islam Mawlana Abdol Hamid’s Speech at the Ceremony Honoring the Qur’an Memorizers from the Abdullah ibn Zubair Religious School and the Graduates of the Girls’ School Madrasat al-Banat Hazrat Asma bint Abi Bakr in the Second District of Domak, Zahedan County / Evening of Friday, September 13, 2024:

Religion

• Acceptance of religion is voluntary. Once the truth becomes clear, those who do not accept it will suffer, while those who embrace it will benefit.
• We must hold firmly to our faith. Let us not forget death, the grave, paradise, and hell. The punishment of the grave and the afterlife is severe.
• The torment of hell is so intense and dangerous that it alters a person’s appearance and turns them into charcoal.
• We should move from evil and harm towards good and religion. Let us choose a new life characterized by piety, forgiveness, and leniency.

Qur’an

• The Qur’an is a tremendous treasure and a great blessing. The chapters of the Qur’an prevent divine punishment and save its reciter from torment.
• The Qur’an is an enduring miracle and the greatest achievement of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
• The words and recitation of the Qur’an are captivating. Its guidance and message are impactful and enlightening.
• No melody or sound can compare to the melody of the Qur’an. Thousands have embraced Islam due to the beautiful recitation of Qari Abdul Basit.
• The beautiful recitation of the Qur’an makes one indifferent to any other melody.
• Many people consider themselves free from the Qur’an due to modern scientific advancements and contemporary achievements.
• “Modern science” is valuable for building the world, but “knowledge of the Qur’an” is vital for building humanity and the hereafter.
• The recitation of the Qur’an is one of the greatest blessings. It brings down divine mercy upon the area.
• Both men and women should learn the Qur’an and religious laws, and women should teach other women Qur’an and Tajweed.

Prophet’s Character

• The face of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was very beautiful, beloved, and endearing, and his character and ethics were also exceptional.
• Allah Almighty adorned the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) with all outward and inward beauties.
• All the prophets (peace be upon them) had the best character, but the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) perfected and delivered the moral and religious teachings of the prophets to society.
• The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) wore simple clothes and sat on the ground, yet he held such a position with Allah that He made him beloved to the Lord.
• The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) taught people beautiful morals. Many of his enemies embraced Islam due to his noble and generous character.
• The life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was fully in accordance with the Qur’an and was pleasing to Allah. He followed the natural path and showed the “straight path” to his followers.
• “Morality,” “piety,” “correct belief,” and “good deeds” are among the best treasures and assets that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) taught to the ummah. He also taught people compassion, kindness, justice, and fairness.
• Many of the practices in our lives have become diminished or forgotten. Waking up for Fajr prayer, the night prayer, and using a miswak are among the traditions of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Miswak prevents tooth decay, bad breath, stomach ulcers, and infections.
• Some believe that the world was conquered with the sword, but the sword only conquers geographical territories and cannot conquer hearts. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) conquered hearts.
• “Connection with Allah Almighty” is superior to all the blessings of the world. We must perform “prayer,” “fasting,” “Hajj,” and all good deeds in accordance with the life and practice of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Prophet’s Companions

• The Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) had strong and unwavering faith, as if they saw paradise and hell before their eyes. They were fully devoted to their prayers and beliefs.
• When the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) stood for prayer or attended the gatherings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), they were so calm and motionless that they seemed like pieces of wood.
• In the presence of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), the fear of Allah filled the hearts of the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them), causing tears to flow from their eyes.
  People embraced Islam upon witnessing the “beautiful character,” “Hajj rituals,” and “good deeds” of the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them).

Ethics

• Today, Muslims pray and recite the Qur’an, but their ethics are still far from the ethics of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
• Those who harm others, steal their possessions, and carry weapons possess the worst morals.
• Unfortunately, nowadays some people carry swords, knives, and weapons. When disputes arise, they resort to violence and even kill each other. What kind of compassion, morality, and humanity is this?!
• Allah Almighty holds us accountable for actions that seem minor to us but are significant to Him; no act of worship like Tahajjud prayer, regular prayer, or Hajj can prevent this accountability.
• Today, the name of the Prophet (PBUH) is on many lips, but there is no trace of his ethics and actions in people’s lives. If Muslims had good ethics, people worldwide would be drawn to Islam.
• Patience, tolerance, compassion, generosity, engaging with people, and listening to them are influential.
• Family and familial disputes have increased today. There is enmity in hearts, and forgiveness and leniency are lacking. We must work to resolve conflicts; if we do not address small problems, they will grow and hinder the descent of divine blessings.
• We all have a responsibility to awaken society and combat corruption and disorder.
• Good ethics not only lead to guidance but also bring forgiveness of sins.
• Helping orphans, the needy, prisoners’ families, and those without guardians is better than voluntary prayers.
• Unfortunately, empathy and kindness in society have decreased. Respect and caring for others are teachings from the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) character. It was the Prophet’s beautiful character that captivated the stubborn people of Mecca and Hijaz to Islam.
• We should guide society towards both academic and religious sciences. Invest in education and hire teachers. Be engaged and stay close to the people. Revive good traditions such as hospitality and helping others, which are fading away.
• The current state of society is not good. “Poverty” has exacerbated problems and difficulties. We must fulfill people’s rights and address disputes.
• In solving problems, we should practice forgiveness, leniency, and compromise. We should measure ourselves by the scale of justice, strive to solve issues with wisdom and insight, and avoid causing trouble for others.
• For the education and development of the city and community progress, we must all cooperate and address people’s needs. Public funds belong to everyone and must be managed properly.

Halal_Provision

• Strive for halal sustenance. Earnings gained through lawful means are a source of healing and remedy.
• In whatever profession you are, whether laborer, farmer, livestock keeper, poultry farmer, or taxi driver, seek halal provision.
• Avoid oppression, betrayal, and consuming others’ property, and always do good for others.
• If we adhere to lawful eating and good ethics, even those who harbor animosity towards us will eventually show respect.

Animal_Rights

• There is a narration of a woman with a poor lifestyle who was forgiven by Allah due to her compassion towards a dog.
• Inflicting harm on innocent animals, such as chasing dogs with stones, is an incorrect and unkind behavior that needs to be corrected.
• Animals are living beings with their own rights. Respect their rights; do not leave them unprotected in the cold or heat, and provide them with food and care.