Bismillah Ar-Rahman Ar-Rahim.
Sequel to the discussion on Iman (Faith) during the earlier edition, this edition would dwell on the circumstances of Kufr (Disbelief) and its negative impact on the Muslims. It is an aspect of Taohid (Islamic Theology) which includes ar-Rububiyyah (Essence of Allah), ar-Rububiyyah (Lordship of Allah) and al- Asmai wa s Sifat (Name and Attributes of Allah). Entering into the fold of Islam in entirety defines Iman. This is un-alloyed expression of tongue, convincing with mind and action of the bodily gestures. It is open to increase and diminish based on obedience and disobedience.
Contrarily, Kufr is refusal to accept dutifullness in Islam, utter exonoration from the fold of Islam or outright choice of way of life other than the prescribed. The situation is occasioned not only by pomp and refusal or being apologetic to the way of the primodial methods of older generation. Other circumstances for Kufr are mortal greedy expectations of admiration, fame and position.
Long ago, human beings in their multitude of creature traded convenant with the Creator Allah in which they acknowledged not only Allah's supremacy but also unifying Him for worship. Qur'an 7:173-175 categorically declares: "When the Lord drew forth from the children of Adam - from their descendants, and made them testify concerning themselves (saying):"Am I not your Lord (Who cherishes and sustains you)? - They said: " Yes! we do testify! "(This), lest you should say on the Day of Judgment: "Of this we were never mindful." Or lest you should say: "Our fathers before us took false gods, but we are (their) descendants after them: with whom then destroy us because of the deeds of men who followed falsehood?" Thus do We explain the signs in detail; and perchance they may turn (unto Us)."
This above Qur'an portion provides no avenue for excuses and probable escapist tendency for human flaws. The shortfall in faith will be portrayed as fundamental to the repost of human soul where no benefit will be accrued to anyone except on the grounds of safe faith while alive. The questions before man will put him at no defence by him or no other person who was claimed to be super and powerful. In fact, the awe of the situation will short-circuit him in all fronts; speechless, motionless, action less and infact clew-less. The aura of displeasure will subject him to outright confession of misgivings he did not commit.
So, why dwelling in Kufr in all ramifications? Whereas, unifying Allah for worship and seeking favour appears more promising and rewarding to men of understanding who would not take partners with Allah. The likes of those who worship creatures like them will remain utterly helpless at the instance of the brainy and the geniuses among them who front for them.
So, being a Muslim and a worshipper of the One and Only Allah (SWT) will be a count of glory in the day of Judgment. May Allah make us among the prosperous on the Day of Accountability. Amin.
To be continued next week, In Sha'a Allah. Thanks for taking out of your time. See you in the next edition. Ma'as Salaamah.
Imam Dr. Razaq Bolawaye Uthman Imam Ansar-Ud-Deen Society Ipaja Branch Lagos State.
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