WORLDCUP 2010: Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb Article From South Africa

[Amal Karain]

FITNAH OF WORLD CUP 2010
By Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb (daamat barakaatuhum)

khalifa e Mujaz
Arif Billah Hazrat Maulana Shah Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Sahab Damat Barkatuhum
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Hazrat Shiekhul Hind Mufti Mahmood ul Hasan shb Rahmatullah

1.LATEST ARTICLE
http://yunuspatel.co.za/articles-world-cup-part1.php
http://yunuspatel.co.za/articles-world-cup-part2.php

2.AUDIO
A>Interview on Channel Islam against the upcoming World Cup craze
http://yunuspatel.net/Audio/2010/spe...13-04-2010.mp3

B>Advices of Hazrat Luqman (alayhis salaam) related to the upcoming Fitnah of the World Cup.
http://yunuspatel.net/Audio/2010/jumuah/j30-04-2010.mp3

[Taqwa True]

JAZAKALLAH AmalKarain
Its Really nice, Hazrat Explains in good and easy way about Fitna of worldcup 2010.
May Allah subhanaho watala Save all of us from every Fitna

[omerhayat]

MashaAllah a really nice talk. True eye opener.

[Amal Karain]

MashaAllah a really nice talk. True eye opener.

[meelash]

The World Cup 2010 [PART ONE]
by Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb (daamat barakaatuhum)

The hype and talk presently is the World Cup 2010. Soccer-mania has gripped the mind, the heart, the speech, the time and the money of many, many Muslims.

And these many, many Muslims argue : “It’s ONCE IN A LIFETIME…We are the HOST country … It’s the World Cup which cannot be missed at any cost…”,

And we naively believe that these reasons give us the go-ahead to support, promote and participate.

But there is one serious fact which makes us unsuitable and incompatible for what I would describe as an International “upsurge of sins” – and that reason is : We are Muslims. And we are very fortunate that we are Muslims. As such, there is no compatibility between a Muslim and sin.

Let us discuss why we, as Muslims, cannot and should not align ourselves to the World Cup. Let us read with an open heart and mind.

REASONS Why MUSLIMS should NOT ATTEND and NOT SUPPORT the World Cup:

1.) SALAAH

It is a common observance, that many, many Muslims are totally neglectful of Salaah when it comes to International, National or local sporting events. Even those who have some link with the Masaajid, will choose to forego Salaah in Jamaat and even the Salaah itself, so as not to miss a moment in watching men run after a ball.

Let us relate this to real life and the inevitable : How will this benefit us in this world and the hereafter ? Will any one of these sports players be able to intercede on our behalf, before Allah Ta’ala, when we have to account for our actions, for our indulgence in futile and even Haraam activities?

Our Nabi (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) said : “…Do not forgo Salaah intentionally, lest you should get out of the fold of Islam. Do not perpetrate disobedience to Allah, lest you deserve His Wrath…”

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) also said: “The dividing line between kufr and Imaan is Salaah.” And : “A person who has missed one Salaah is like one who has lost all his family and wealth.”

Just as we would be grief-stricken at the loss of all of our beloved family members and the loss of all of our wealth, properties, etc. similarly should we grieve over losing just ONE Salaah?

Those few who do perform Salaah at the stadium or grounds, whilst the shouting, screaming, music, drink and other sins are being engaged in simultaneously, should think for themselves of what a display of hypocrisy they make.

2.) WASTAGE AND EXTRAVAGANCE

Allah Ta’ala states explicitly : “…And do not squander recklessly. Surely, squanderers are brothers to Shayateen, and Shaytaan is very ungrateful to his Lord.” [Surah Bani Israeel 17 : 26/27]

Spending R800 or R1000, whether more or less, on one ticket – and we know many are spending much, much more, on many tickets - is money wasted, and wastage and squandering are categorized as sin in Islam – whether on that which is permissible or otherwise. Moreover, the sin is compounded when it is being spent to view something which is at a place hosting a combination of evils.

Besides the tickets for the various matches, much more money will be spent on travel and accommodation – with airfares and rates going through the roof.

Consider how many loaves of bread, how many litres of milk or necessities of life, could have been provided for thousands that live below the bread line or thousands more that are in dire need of medical assistance … How can we be so complacent when so many are without food, water, electricity, medicine and other such needs ? Doesn’t our Imaan and conscience trouble us in the least ?

Moreover, wastage and extravagance are a cause of drought, high cost living and other forms of punishment.

3.) MUSIC

Almost every venue, event and occasion today seems to demand “music” as part of the entertainment. As Muslims, we know fully well, that music is not the “pleasure” of a true believer because Nabi (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) specifically mentioned that one of his objectives was to destroy musical instruments.

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam)said : “My Rabb has commanded me to destroy all musical instruments…” and also : “Music causes hypocrisy to grow in the heart just as water causes crops to grow.”

According to another Hadith of Nabi (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam): ‘Music is from Shaytaan and accommodating it in anyway is nifaaq (hypocrisy).’

Ibn Walih (RA) said : “Beware of music because music reduces shame, it increases lust and destroys one’s dignity and respect. Its effect is like the effect of alcohol.”

Then, would it be morally correct for a MUSLIM to be present at such an event where Music is ‘a must have’ ?

4.) ALCOHOL

The Ahadith make mention : “Wine is the gatherer of sin.”, “Wine is the route to indecency and is one of the major sins.”

Nabi (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) also said : “….and do not take to drinking, for that is the mother of all evils.”

Every person that is associated to alcohol – be it the manufacturer, the one who transports, the one who sells, buys or serves comes under the curse of Allah Ta’ala. And those that keep company and incline towards the transgressors have to contend with the same consequences, for Allah Ta’ala warns us : “ Do not incline to the transgressors for then the fire will touch you.”

5.) ZINA (ADULTERY / FORNICATION)

Allah Ta’ala says : “AND COME NOT NEAR TO ZINA. VERILY IT IS A SHAMEFUL AND EVIL PATH” [SURAH AL- ISRA 17 : 32]

It is a very evident fact that these events promote Zina in abundance. Besides adultery of the eyes which is also categorized as zina (adultery) and which is very common at these types of venues with the indecent and revealing attire, there is actual zina that is being promoted and advertised. With the thousands of prostitutes that are visiting our country and the thousands more that are local – what else can be expected, except an escalation in adultery and fornication and a much higher risk of very severe punishment descending... (May Allah Ta’ala protect us from His punishment)

The summary and outline of Ahadith, is that plague, poverty, diseases which were unheard of previously, earthquakes, drought and destruction, birth of illegitimate children, and even escalation of deaths will follow in the wake of adultery and immorality.

If a person commits adultery, then the priceless and invaluable commodity of Imaan leaves his body. Hazrat Anas (RA) narrated that Rasulullah (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) said : “Imaan is a garb with which Allah clothes whomsoever He wishes. If a person commits adultery, this garb is snatched away and if he repents, it is again returned.”

Then what will be the condition of the person who dies whilst committing zina ?

6.) HERO-WORSHIPPING

Allah Ta’ala has mentioned in the Qur`aan Sharief, in Surah Munafiqoon: “BUT HONOUR BELONGS TO ALLAH, HIS MESSENGER AND THE BELIEVERS...”

And in Surah An-Nisaa : ‘…TO THOSE WHO TAKE FOR FRIENDS UNBELIEVERS RATHER THAN BELIEVERS : IS IT HONOUR THEY SEEK AMONG THEM ? NAY, - ALL HONOUR IS WITH ALLAH.’

To deal honestly and truthfully with disbelievers or to assist the poor and needy amongst them, are from the teachings of Islam. However, to integrate with them in such a manner, that we lose our Islamic identity or give up on our Islamic culture is prohibited because it is inevitably extremely harmful to one’s Imaan. Many have given up Imaan and Islam due to very close friendship and relationship with those who do not believe in Allah Ta’ala, His Final Messenger (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) and the Day of Judgement.

…So we find people going crazy and wild over soccer players, cricket players and their likes. And one wonders, what is all the clamour and fuss about ?... when their “outstanding” achievement in life seems to be, kicking, throwing or hitting a ball…? Does this call for hero-worship? Is this our SHALLOW understanding of success as Muslims?

Do we not know that the most successful of all people are the Ambiyaa (Prophets) and their followers ? Are we even aware of the tremendous successes of the Sahabah ? They were MEN. And Brave Men. Their history, their feats, their conquests drown out the thousands of insignificant goals scored by soccer players.

We should reflect over our obsession, veneration and craze of film-stars, sport-stars and others who are presently the enemies of Allah Ta’ala. …A warning has been sounded, directing us to make sincere taubah.

Allah Ta’ala states in the Qur`aan Sharief : ‘O PEOPLE OF IMAAN! DO NOT TAKE MY ENEMIES AND YOUR ENEMIES AS FRIENDS, INCLINING TOWARDS THEM WITH LOVE. VERILY, THEY HAVE REJECTED THE TRUTH WHICH HAS COME TO YOU (FROM YOUR RABB)…’ [SURAH MUMTAHINA 60 : 1]

We seem to forget that we are Muslims and all Muslims have dangerous enemies: So whilst our enemies shrewdly convince us to spend thousands of Rands, waste our energy and time on useless, futile sports such as the World Cup, they gleefully bomb, kill, rape, oppress and harass our brothers and sisters in other parts of the world … but we are so intoxicated with World Cups that we don’t even know our enemies have deceived us.

Have we not witnessed enough enmity in Occupied Palestine, in Pakistan, Kashmir, Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, Sudan, Somalia and other parts of the world? Those who were considered friends and companions were the first to assault, kill, maim and even rape our Muslim brothers and sisters, for no other reason than that they are Believers in Allah Ta’ala. …Have we not taken any lesson ? Have we not witnessed blood of the Muslims flowing in Bosnia, like rivers ?

When we claim to have love for Allah Ta’ala, how then can we love these types of sporting events ?

Allah Ta’ala advises us : “O YOU WHO BELIEVE! TAKE NOT FOR FRIENDS UNBELIEVERS RATHER THAN BELIEVERS : DO YOU WISH TO OFFER ALLAH AND OPEN PROOF AGAINST YOURSELVES?” …In other words, we should not make them bosom pals. Once again, it does not mean that we should not treat them with kindness, deal honestly and assist when there is need. …However : Will participation and support in the World Cup attract them towards Islam ?

7.) DRESS

Islam has gifted us with a dress code, which identifies us as Muslims – which makes us flag-bearers of Islam, representatives of Nabi (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam), Inviters to Islam. We have been expressly forbidden from adopting any semblance with the cultural or religious dressing style of people of other faiths..

By wearing soccer t-shirts, caps, bags with the 2010 football logos clearly indicates our love for the event and the culture. Nabi (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) said: “The one who imitates others is not of us.” And: “Whoever imitates a nation is of them.”

We are the nation of Islam, and should be rightly proud of our beautiful culture and dress because it is the culture and dress of the greatest after Allah, Rasulullah (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam). …Is it not the height of foolishness to exchange diamonds for stones ?

8.) MIXED GATHERINGS

The disbelievers have no concept of segregation. They advocate mixed gatherings because it facilitates more sins and immorality. It works in their favour because there is easy gratification of sensual desires and sinful pleasures.

The Shariah instructs us : ‘IT IS NOT PERMISSIBLE TO BE PRESENT IN A GATHERING WHERE ALLAH TA’ALA IS BEING DISOBEYED.’

THE PURPOSE OF CREATION & OBJECTIVE OF LIFE

“We created not the heavens, the earth and all between them, merely in (idle) sport.” [Surah Dukhaan :38]

“Do you then think that We created you in jest and that you would not be brought back to Us (for an account)?” [Surah Mu`minoon 23 :115]

Our purpose in this world is definitely not play and amusement. Moreover, deliberate and planned sins do not feature in a Muslim’s life.

Allah Ta’ala and His Rasul (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) certainly do not want to deprive us of enjoyment and entertainment. The Shariah and the Sunnah accommodate and give guidance for a Muslim with regards to Halaal, permissible entertainment, humuor, laughter, play and relaxation. However there is certainly no scope for events which feature Haraam indulgences.

The reality of the “World Cup” is that it is a dangerous fusion of major sins.

And when sins increase and multiply then we invite a punishment in proportion to that disobedience. …Haven’t we taken lesson from Tsunamis, Gale-force winds, Hurricanes and Earthquakes that left nothing but devastation in their wake ? Are we immune to such disaster? Are we safe from punishment? Let us ponder the words of Rasulullah (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) who said :

‘[ON THE DAY OF JUDGEMENT], THE FEET OF A PERSON WILL NOT MOVE UNTIL HE IS ASKED REGARDING :
(1) HIS LIFE; HOW DID HE SPEND IT,
(2) HIS KNOWLEDGE; HOW DID HE ACT UPON IT,
(3) HIS WEALTH; HOW DID HE ACQUIRE IT (AND)
(4) HOW DID HE SPEND IT, AND
(5) HIS BODY, HOW DID HE USE IT.’

It is reported that once Amr Ibn Absa (RA) asked Nabi (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) which Hijrat (migration) is the best and he said: “That you leave what your Lord dislikes.”

One of our great Scholars had said very aptly: “It baffles me to see a people who are advised to get their provision and are called upon that the departure time is due yet they sit down playing.”

Our boarding passes were given to us the moment we entered this world … and that boarding pass is for boarding the flight of death. We have been informed and advised of the long journey ahead and the much needed provision for such a journey – but how strange, that we choose to while a way our time and we accumulate nothing for what lies ahead.

It is said: “The knife is being sharpened, and the oven is being heated up, yet the ram is still eating the fodder.”

The knife of death has been sharpened, our graves have been selected and are waiting for us to take residence in them. …Despite knowing this, we “graze” complacently in disobedience – unconcerned that that knife is ready to strike us at anytime.

Allah Ta’ala states : “O PEOPLE OF IMAAN! SAVE YOURSELVES AND YOUR FAMILIES FROM A FIRE WHOSE FUEL IS MEN AND STONES…” [SURAH AT-TAHREEM 66 : 6]

“YOUR (REAL) FRIENDS ARE (NO LESS THAN) ALLAH, HIS APOSTLE, AND THE (FELLOWSHIP OF) BELIEVERS, - THOSE WHO ESTABLISH REGULAR PRAYERS, AND REGULAR CHARITY, AND THEY BOW DOWN HUMBLY (IN WORSHIP).
AS FOR THOSE WHO TURN (FOR FRIENDSHIP) TO ALLAH, HIS RASUL AND THE (FELLOWSHIP OF) BELIEVERS – IT IS THE FELLOWSHIP OF ALLAH THAT MUST CERTAINLY TRIUMPH.” [SURAH MAA`IDAH 5 : 58/ 59]

Of course, all that has been stated will not go down well with everyone. It is for those who want to be good ambassadors of Islam, pleasing to Allah Ta’ala and His Beloved Rasul (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam). This article is for my own reflection and an invitation to my Muslim brothers and sisters to reflect with an open mind. I make dua that Allah Ta’ala protect me and the Ummah from all fitna.

[meelash]

The World Cup 2010 [PART TWO]

THE OPPRESSION - INJUSTICE FACTOR
Transcription of a talk by Hazrat Maulana Yunus Patel Saheb (daamat barakaatuhum) - Read in conjunction with article No. 1 on the website

There is a growing feeling of insecurity and misgiving amongst some of the South African Muslim Community – those who feel and say that there is a kind of pressure upon them to support and participate in the upcoming World Cup. So we find that some have become hesitant in their stance against the World Cup.

Sadly, we have many Muslims who criticize, mock and ridicule those Muslim brothers and sisters who wish to be good, obedient Muslims, and they label them as traitors to their country, un-patriotic, orthodox, foolish - and give them other such names.

But, we would like to ask all those Muslims that censure, mock and tease : What does the World Cup have do with a MUSLIM? … Why should we feel ashamed for not participating ?

WE ARE MUSLIMS, AND ARE PLEASED TO BE MUSLIMS. WE WANT TO SUBMIT, OBEY AND PLEASE ALLAH TA’ALA. WE ARE HAPPY IN OUR REFUSAL TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WORLD CUP BECAUSE WE WILL BE PLEASING OUR CREATOR.

Moreover, we can also ask those who disparage : What of their betrayal of Islam, their infidelity to Allah Ta’ala and Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) ?

To re-iterate and to offer confidence to those Muslims who feel weak due to the pressure to participate, we take up our reasoning from a different angle.

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Besides the many Haraam (prohibited) engagements that will be rife at such events – whether it be intermingling, music, alcohol, indecent dressing, adultery and fornication, gambling and other such vices – which clearly make this entire event “TABOO” for the Muslim – beyond all of this, is a crime which is a crime against the entire South African community; even the patriots.

In Islam, it is categorized as ZULM or OPPRESSION; and is a major crime in the sight of Allah Ta’ala, which is not Divinely tolerated.

…How has the World Cup become a means of Zulm and oppresion ?

This oppression is the unjust utilization of tax money for entertainment and merriment, over and above the needs of the poor and destitute. It is the misuse of money which South Africans have given to the government by way of Tax, money which was to be used for the overall good of the country and its citizens – more especially, the poor, who have been promised ‘the world’ by the present government, with almost nothing delivered by the Government as yet.

Take a careful appraisal at the corruption in this entire affair…. Millions, nay billions, have went waste. Billions of Rands have been sucked from the taxpayers for the building of huge stadiums. For what ? …For fun and enjoyment. And who is entertained ? Who benefits ? Those who can afford to spend money on such tickets to watch those matches.

The employment of labourers for construction, etc. was and is only for a temporary period of time. What happens after completion of the stadiums and after the commotion of the World Cup?

Besides the billions which have been used for the stadiums, many billions of Rands were spent from the time of the application and confirmation to host the World Cup. We have a country that has spent billions on something so useless and futile, and which cannot benefit its poor and needy; a country steeped in many problems and challenges, including unemployment. A cursory glance at the number of protests in the different areas of work, throughout South Africa, because of non-delivery of all the promises made, is a clear indication of injustices.

Despite the stark reality of thousands of homeless, jobless South Africans, these Ministers are passing bills, bills, bills - bills upon bills, and sanctioning massive amounts of monies for stadiums and entertainment, for fun and pleasure. And of course, we cannot forget that they also seem to sanction plenty of that same money for themselves. …But whose money is it ? It is the money given by thousands of hard-working South Africans in tax.

What becomes of those South Africans who have a greater right to the taxpayers’ money ? They don’t have homes, they don’t have food, they don’t have decent clothing – Many are begging at our doors, making their plight evident to all of us. Do we just turn a blind eye, and deaf ear to their apparent want and destitution – preferring to direct our monies in support of play and amusement? Have we forgotten that we are Muslims and that the poor and needy have rights over us, even those that are non-Muslim?

According to Hazrat Anas Ibn Maalik (radhiyallahu anhu) when Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said : “Help your brother, irrespective of whether he is the oppressor or oppressed,” a man said : ‘O Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam), I can help the oppressed, but how can I help the oppressor?” The Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) replied : “Stop him from committing an act of oppression. That, in itself, is a form of help.” (Hadith of Bukhari and Muslim)

This Injustice is being committed in broad daylight, in full view of the entire country, the entire world - and we, Muslims, are there to brazenly support these Zaalims (Oppressors), by participating in that same crime of oppressing – oppressing the community and oppressing the poor. Look deeply into it. Our support and our backing of their crime are evident by our spending in that same direction, to entertain ourselves at those same venues.

Then again : Who are the sponsors ? …Whether it is cricket, rugby, football, the sponsors are companies which promote sin, such as Castle Lager. It is totally Haraam for us to then be part and parcel of such events.

What we are talking about is something which is building up into a tsunami of sins, on the verge of enveloping us all. …Everyone knows what happens at World Cups. Almost everyone gets carried away. But we are not talking about the non-Muslim community. We are talking about Muslims – who believe in the Hereafter, in the Day of Judgment and accountability. Our advice is to the Muslims.

As Muslims, we have a responsibility, we have a duty, we have an obligation. We have been chosen for a specific purpose. Allah Ta’ala has sent us here for a purpose. If we become party to all these sporting events and spend thousands of Rands in tickets, travel and accommodation with the sole purpose to go and view these events – then look at the precious time wasted, the neglect shown to Salaah and the general indifference to the sins around us ?

What do we, as Muslims, gain in all of this ? …Absolutely nothing, except the displeasure of Allah Ta’ala.

A famous Sahabi, Hazrat Abu Zarr (radhiyallahu anhu) relates that he came to the Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wasallam), who was sitting in the shade of the Ka`bah. When he saw me, he said : ‘They stand to lose.’

I said : ‘May my parents ransom you. To whom do you refer?’

“To those with an excess of riches,” he replied, “who just squander their wealth, heedless of the fact that they can be saved only if they spend generously for a Good Cause. And there are very few wealthy men of that ilk.” (Hadith of Bukhari and Muslim)

My message is that we must demonstrate and project our Islamic identity, and Islam has nothing to do with World Cups. It is just a money-making event with the greatest beneficiary being FIFA. And who does not know the strangle-hold FIFA has over business houses. They cannot market anything which is connected to the World Cup 2010, without FIFA getting some profit.

Our participation would be accentuating our support for Zulm. And as Muslims, we are not here to support it in any way. Patriotism has absolutely nothing to do with a person objecting from an Islamic point of view, not condoning, not participating, not encouraging, not promoting, not purchasing tickets or whatever else – because the World Cup has no affiliation with Islam.

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Furthermore, giving full support and backing and encouraging the World Cup is going against the directives of Islam and Shariah. This is challenging Allah Ta’ala. This is directly or indirectly expressing disapproval of Allah Ta’ala’s Laws and Nabi’s (Sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa-Sallam) teachings. And this should not then become an invitation for Divine punishment. …We have to be very careful…

Have we forgotten what happened recently in Chile, in Haiti, and other parts of the world ? …Devastation on the Order of Allah Ta’ala, which no super-power could prevent or stop. Allah Ta’ala’s Might and Power is ALL-ENCOMPASSING. Everything of this world, everything in nature, is in His Full Control – the earth, water, wind, fire – EVERYTHING is owned by Allah Ta’ala.

I have often stated that it is due to the generosity of the Muslim Community in South Africa, in giving in charities, that Allah Ta’ala’s punishment is kept at bay. But this too should not make us complacent.

If we have purchased those tickets, sell them or throw them away. Let us be happy to say : ‘We are MUSLIMS and we cannot be in those places where Allah Ta’ala’s wrath and anger descends.’

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Some argue that it would be the lesser of the two evils to view from another venue, or watch over the television. This event is not a “necessity” for any person. There is no force and coercion. It is not a matter of life and death. And we cannot say that because there is a demand from the majority or because of the large number of our youth and even elderly are waiting eagerly to participate, that we too must now give in and accommodate.

This is not a question of engaging in the lesser of the two evils because there is no need for it. We rather say boldly and fearlessly, that the World Cup should be something that should be condemned, something that should be criticized, something that should have nothing to do with the Muslim Ummah.

After this, if someone participated, or even if the majority has to attend, we still cannot say that because the majority are demanding, that we have to now give the green-light to the World Cup, that we condone it. May Allah Ta’ala protect us from compromising on the principles of Deen and compromising on the Pleasure of Allah.

Unfortunately, this is the general weakness of all democracies throughout the world : Whatever is demanded by the public, and votes are coming from those people, then we must condone, we must pass legislation and make everything permissible. This is what has happened. When there was the demand that abortion be legalized, so because of the demand, it was legalized. Now a 12 year old girl can walk into any hospital and ask for an abortion and the parents cannot object.

As Muslims, we will not look at what the public demand; we will look at what the Qur`aan Sharief says, what the Hadith Sharief says, what our jurisprudence says. We will look towards the beautiful lifestyle and noble conduct of Rasulullah  and we will mould our lives accordingly.

We cannot support the World Cup. We cannot condone or justify it in anyway – because it will be condoning Injustice and numerous vices.

ALLAH TA’ALA INSTRUCTS US : “O YOU WHO BELIEVE! STAND OUT FIRMLY FOR JUSTICE, AS WITNESSES TO ALLAH, EVEN AGAINST YOURSELVES…” [SURAH AN-NISAA 4 : 135]

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THINK : If we attend, then where will we be sitting? Amidst so much of Haraam … What if there is shake up of the earth ? Who will stop and prevent that?

What kind of death will that be of the person whose dead body comes out of the stadium ? We have heard of janazas coming out from cinemas, clubs, prostitute quarters, hotels and other places of immorality and evil. We know of entire hotels being swallowed by the waters of the oceans when we had the tsunami; others digested by the earth during earthquakes – so can we be so confident that the same fate will definitely not befall us?

STRANGE IS THE VISA OF LIFE; IT CAN BE CANCELLED AT ANYTIME. THE DURATION OF ITS VALIDITY IS UNKNOWN AND ITS EXTENSION TOO, IMPOSSIBLE.

May Allah Ta’ala grant us correct understanding and acceptance of well-wishing. It is all said out of deep hearted pain and sincere love. We don’t want anyone to contend with hardship, difficulty, disgrace, humiliation …

‘WHOEVER RECOMMENDS AND HELPS A GOOD CAUSE BECOMES A PARTNER THEREIN : AND WHOEVER RECOMMENDS AND HELPS AN EVIL CAUSE SHARES IN ITS BURDEN…’ [SURAH AN-NISAA 4 : 85]

[mospike]

yesterday on the radio they were talking about the launch of the last phase of tickets sales and then they broke for a live link up to the major ticketing offices to interview spectators waiting in the line,,, ther interviewed the first person in the line and it was a lady names AASIYA!

[SASLAMS]

I heard that & she was waiting inline from the previous night. muslim girls sleeping in the streets of JHB. there is no way the aalims would prevent anyone from going to the games-its better if they just give nasiha on how to behave & the best would be to watch at home, & better yet to not watch at all-dont get too caught up. the lates was a list of masjieds 5 min away from the stadiums.

If a girl would stand outside on a winters night all on her own oblivious of the hukum pertaining to mahaarim then in no way what so ever would she follow any fatwa saying that it is haraam. allah save us we in the time when it will be like holding on to hot coals.

[Sunni_Student786]

We should have had a similar thread opened when people were discussing Cricket in this main "General Islam" forum a few weeks ago.

[Usama2]

Salam alaikum

Thank you for posting the published version.
Alhamdulillah there is several excellent points in this address. I hate to nitpick, but the concept of "waste" and "squandering" in Hukm Sharii applies to money spent on haram matters, it does not mean buying a halal ticket for a halal competition in halal organization is haram.

I would add that one of the major sins of the World Cup is nationalism- which divides Muslims, weakens us, and is haram.
Of Asabiyah tribalism, the root of nationalism an Nabi (saaw) said: "leave it, it is rotten" (bukhari), and he (saaw) said "those who call for asabiyah are not from among us, those who fight for asabiyah are not from among us, and those who die for asabiyah are not from among us" (Abu Daud).

And Allah knows best.