"And Allah Took Ibrahim for a Friend". He is the one to turn to for help, and we must realize He can right all of our affairs. In such a situation, for a young boy in his adolescence, who is trying to convey the truth, losing temper wouldn’t have been blameworthy. This phrase, means that Allah is absolutely self sufficient and He is absolutely far from what they say, because whatever is in the heavens and on the earth are His and fall under His command. When the rule is that all intelligent people, as individuals among His creation, must belong to Him, it follows that other existing beings should also follow the rule and they also belong to Allah. This Book, there is no doubt in it, is a guide to these who guard (against evil). Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan discusses the different types of friends mentioned in the Qur’an. For a man of ninety-plus years, this would be an unbearably bitter result of all his hard work, but absolutely not so with Ibrahim (asws), for he stood up, upright, to fulfill the command of his Lord with no less vigor and obedience than before. And if any within you takes them as ‘Auliya’ then undoubtedly he is one of them. Verily there are signs in it for people who hearken.”. They are the one who have drunk from the fountain of eternal life during their lifetime on earth. This can tend to make them feel hopeless, giving them the impression that the oppressors can overcome them. When Allah sent us in this world as humans He knew that we would have good days and bad days. 3:160) When I read this verse, I am reminded that God is my true, best friend. And the best part is that the offer of help is mentioned in the Quran by Allah himself so many times, if only we would read carefully. Each Name and Attribute nourishes a kind of consciousness and humility in man and their study leads one to constantly “(They have) a little enjoyment in this world, then to Us will be their return, then shall We make them taste the severe penalty because they used to disbelieve.”. Books on Islam, Muslims, Prophet Muhammad(s), Ahlul Bayt. Imploring the mercy of Allah (swt) for a difficulty is allowed but complaining about the difficulty is not allowed. This has been accurately recorded by Allah (swt) in the Qur’an in verses 41-45 of Surah 19. O ye who believe! Do you say about Allah what you do not know?’”. The Holy Qur'an is my Best Friend. It is because of such an acquaintance with Allah that, in their views, anything else other than Him is insignificant, of little value, and ephemeral. Prophet Ibrahim (asws) was ordered to leave both Hajirah (ra) and her son Isma’il (asws) in the wilderness of the Arabian dessert. In The Name of Allah: It is a feature of literary style in Arabic that a person may refer to himself by the pronoun nahnu (we) for respect or glorification. Mereka memperoleh pahala di sisi Tuhannya. Some are sensitive enough to perceive it, while others spend all their lives without realizing the bond. These names help us to understand God's nature in terms that we can understand. Auliya Allah – Friends of ALLAH (Azzo Jal) “O you who believe! Verily the glory is wholly Allah’s; He is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.”. These believe in the idea of the permanent character of the world while the others do not believe in its lack of permanence...”1. The Quran is not only a book of complete guidance but it also one of the most important texts you will ever read that will help you out of your most gravest problems . “And let not their speech grieve you. This magazine is being brought out regularly by IQRA Publications since the past 36 years. It comes through the belief and the faith we have in Him, that HE above all will always be there for us, that He is responsible for all the good and bad in our lives. “They say, ‘Allah has begotten a son!’ Glory be to Him! Welcome to the Quranic Arabic Corpus, an annotated linguistic resource for the Holy Quran.This page shows seven parallel translations in English for the 62nd verse of chapter 10 (sūrat yūnus).Click on the Arabic text to below to see word by word details of the verse's morphology. People of Nuh (A.S.) were destroyed by water on Allah’s Command as Nuh (A.S.) is prophet and friend of Allah but his people did not listen to him and showed their hatred for Nuh (A.S.). In the previous verses, some of the characteristics of the polytheists and non-believers were explained, from now on, the characteristics of the true believers and those who struggle and strive, who constantly guard against evil and who are the exact opposite of the first group will be described. Don’t forget to comment using the comment form; we appreciate your valuable comments. This is a great victory and happiness for the person concerned. The trials which Prophet Ibrahim (asws) successfully underwent raised his status so much so that he was made the ‘Khaleel’ (friend or beloved one) of Allah (swt). With the deep understanding of Tawheed, comes the true reliance. A validation e-mail has been sent to your e-mail address. o Another word used for this type of friend is HAMEEM, literal meaning extreme heat. The verse says: “They say, ‘Allah has begotten a son!’ Glory be to Him! Both of these names are considered to be primary names of Allah. The tender heart within, urged him to present this reality to the people around. Standing in the court of Nimrod, a twenty-first century youth would have found it stressful to prove himself again and again, but young Ibrahim (asws) took it as an opportunity to testify his faith. “And you are not (engaged) in any affair, nor do you recite any part from the Qur’an, and nor any deed you (mankind) may be doing, but We are Witnesses over you when you enter into it...”. All Muslims are taught a great lesson by this verse, which can place them on the right track, leading them toward the Truth and preventing them from going astray. أَلآ إِنَّ أَوْلِيَآءَ اللَّهِ لاَ خَوْفٌ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلاَ هُمْ يَحْزَنُونَ, لَهُمُ الْبُشْرَي فِي الْحَيَاةِ الدُّنْيَا وَفِي الاَخِرَةِ لا تَبْدِيلَ لِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ ذَلِكَ هُوَ الْفَوْزُ الْعَظِيمُ, 62. There is no change in the Words of Allah. Among them is that one can cite the struggle which the faithful experience within their hearts in the process of overthrowing and revising their aspirations. Isma’il, then his only son, was a toddler. Aulia's are the chosen friends of Allah. But this is not so, Allah, the Exalted in Majesty informs us that we must not let the oppressors make us sorrowful. The verse attracts the attentions implying that there is no fear among the men of Allah and they will have no sorrows. It was his call – indeed, on the orders of Allah (swt) – that we have been responding to for thousands of years: the call to perform the pilgrimage to the holy house, constructed by the blessed hands of prophet Ibrahim (asws) and his son Isma’il (asws). If they think they can elevate themselves and approach Allah in this way, they do nothing but lie. Yes, yet another lesson to learn, although being young in age and new to the lesson of Tawheed, Ibrahim (asws) had strong conviction: he believed firmly in what he said. WALLI (The Protector, The Helper) o A friend who cares for you, when you are in trouble and she guides you. A wali is a protecting friend, a mentor, a friend who comes to your help and guides and protects you when you are in need. “Say: ‘Verily those who forge a lie against Allah will not prosper.’”70. Allah has described Himself in the Quran through His Names and Attributes. Any other use of the hosted content, such as for financial gain, requires express approval from the copyright owners. All of these are recorded and registered in the Preserved Tablet and in the Open Book of Allah. Furthermore, there is no other name like Ar-Rahman in the Holy Quran, except for Allah. Unrecognized Email or Password, please try again. Thus He absolutely does not need to have a son, for begetting offspring is to relieve oneself from one’s lack of ability and weakness or to enrich oneself and get rid of poverty, but Allah is free from all this. Truly, these are clear proofs and reasons attesting to the Unity of Allah, the Glorified, for no one else is able to do all this. This has been accurately recorded by Allah (swt) in the Qur’an in verses 41-45 of Surah 19. When we invoke peace on Muhammad (saws) in our prayers, we always mention Ibrahim (asws). Firmness in faith combined with divine help, to enable him to win through every trial he faced. He may also use the word ana (I), indicating one person, or the third person huwa (he). Verily no fear shall be upon the friends of Allah, nor shall they grieve”, and who the friends of Allah were. “For them are Glad Tidings in this world’s life and in the Hereafter. Unfortunately, however, it was never perceived as such. Ibrahim (asws) never deterred from the Unicity of God (Tawheed) which he believed in; he never yelled, never shouted. Verily to Allah belongs whoever is in the heavens and whoever is in the earth...”. “Behold! Why Does Allah Say "We" In The Qur’an? As a good end awaits those who observe continence, the attainment of this goal requires one to pass through some great difficulties. “For them are Glad Tidings in this world’s life and in the Hereafter. In the Quran verses that tell about how Great the love of God towards humans. You will need to follow the instructions in that message in order to gain full access to the site. In the Quran, Allah uses dozens of different names or attributes to describe Himself to his followers. Reference to the Friends of Allah (swt) is found in the Quran, Hadith Qudsi & Narrations of our Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). ‘To beget a son’ signifies ‘to be the father of someone, which differs from giving birth and having children. Ibrahim (asws) was tested again; he was now, perhaps, in his eighties. This good news only applies to those whose existence embodies the characteristics of the friends of Allah. There are many other stories in Quran which educate us that Allah has destroyed the people who have shown animosity towards Allah’s friends. do not take the Jews and the Christians for friends; they are friends of each other; and whoever amongst you takes them for a friend, then surely he is one of them; surely Allah does not guide the unjust people." Holy Quran In Sura Al-Kahf 18, in Verse 60 – 82, describes the event of Prophet Moses (Musa) (AS) when Allah (swt) ordered Moses to visit a Wali-Allah (Friend of Allah) Khidhar (AS) to seek knowledge and wisdome and Moses along with his servant, went in search of Khidhar. This relationship is highly honored in the holy Quran, Allah calls Ibrahim A.S as His khalil in the holy Quran. That is the great success.”, وَلا يَحْزُنْكَ قَوْلُهُمْ إِنَّ الْعِزَّةَ لِلَّهِ جَمِيعاً هُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ, 65. In Allah the believers should place their trust.” (Q. After rejecting all the partners of the polytheists, in calling the polytheists’ attention to His magnitude and His blessings, the Qur’an implies that Allah made the night dark and the day illuminated so that they may find silence and comfort during the night and make their living and earn their sustenance during the day. This kind of fear is concerned with one’s failure to carry out ones duties and responsibilities and that kind of sorrow which one feels towards his lack of achievements during the course of his life. To demonstrate this, our Creator sent His messengers, and every one of them did it with perfection and grace. He is Self-Sufficient! The blazing fire kindled was so toweringly high that it needed a catapult to throw him into it. Suratul Baqara verse 2. Abraham in the Qur'an and the Bible. They might be able to attain worldly wealth through lies and false claims for a few days, but it is only a passing phenomenon in this world.2 They will eventually return to Allah and He will punish them vigorously for their disbelief and their associating partners with Him. Therefore, making friends is not something alien or out of Islam, rather friends are acknowledged as a relationship in Islam. Verily no fear shall be upon the friends of Allah, nor shall they grieve”, and who the friends of Allah were. قُلْ إِنَّ الَّذِينَ يَفْتَرُونَ عَلَي اللَّهِ الْكَذِبَ لا يُفْلِحُونَ, مَتَاعٌ فِي الدُّنْيَا ثُمَّ إِلَيْنَا مَرْجِعُهُمْ ثُمَّ نُذِيقُهُمُ الْعَذَابَ الشَّدِيدَ بِمَا كَانُوا يَكْفُرُونَ, 69. The first thing that becomes clear is the fact that Allah Almighty acknowledges friendship as a factor that is important to the life of a person. He also does not need any help so that He chooses an assistant, nor does He need to ensure the survival of His species, so He does not need a son. Since prophets were ever innocent of committing any sin, the trials they faced only increased their status. ), they are but ‘Auliya’ to one another. It is also narrated from Imam Baqir (as) who said that it is written in Imam Sajjad’s (as), book concerning the friends of Allah that they are those who accomplish their religious obligations, and act according to the practice of Allah’s Messenger (S). They make a living in accordance with the laws which consider these ways of earning a livelihood lawful. These trials raised the status of Ibrahim (asws) and made him the ‘Khaleel’ (friend or beloved one) of Allah (swt). window.dojoRequire(["mojo/signup-forms/Loader"], function(L) { L.start({"baseUrl":"mc.us18.list-manage.com","uuid":"abf9d2cecad05a2718b1307a4","lid":"d438307d6a","uniqueMethods":true}) }), Young Muslim Digest, 1. Tests and trials are a part of our lives: they are the doorway to feel the presence of our Creator. Do you say about Allah what you do not know?’”. Muslims believe that studying these Names and Attributes is one of the most effective ways of strengthening one’s relationship with God. He addresses His Prophet (S) that he should tell those who make false ascriptions to Him and those who make them only lie that they will not be saved. The Quran, in numerous places, has talked about the importance of fearing Allah. If it is impossible for Him to have a real son, it is also impossible for Him to adopt a stepson and there are no reasons to support the authenticity of this claim. Scholars say trials either incur forgiveness for the sins or raise the status. And whoso among you takes them for friends is indeed one of them. In the last chapter we analysed the Biblical method of approaching people of another culture or religion and saw that the correct way to do this is to find common ground between us and lead from there to the message of the Gospel. Equally strong as her husband, Hajirah (ra) demonstrated her obedience to the Lord, and never complained about her helpless situation to Allah (swt). Verily to Allah belongs whoever is in the heavens and whoever is in the earth, and they do not follow any associates, who call on others besides Allah, they do not follow (anything) but conjectures, and they only lie.”. Enter valid first name and last name with at least one space. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! The Qur'an is very explicit that the believers should not take infidels as friends and protectors. They are those devotee and sincere bondsman on the earth who remember Allah ceaselessly and spend their life seeing inner purification … As we understand from Ibrahim (asws), and rest of the Prophets, Tawheed (Allah’s oneness) is not just a verbal undertaking; it has to sink deep within us. He was never convinced with the prevailing practices. One is to perform the rituals of Hajj with the same devotion as Hajirah, Isma’il and Ibrahim (on them be peace) and have the hope of acceptance from Allah (swt), in the same manner in which it was accepted from the family of Ibrahim (asws). No warrant have you for this! “…No warrant have you for this! 1- Is Prostration Allowed to Other Than Allah? 55) Friends of Allah (Saints) In the Holy Quran, the Lord of the universe has considered the pious as the guardians or the friends of Allah. The “Clear Book” is the ‘Preserved Tablet’ or Allah’s Comprehensive Knowledge which covers the entire cosmos including not only the actions of human beings but also the smallest details of everything in the heavens and the earth. Allah … His intelligence stopped him from worshipping that which had no power to even shoo the fly away from it, making the ability to listen and grant wishes, a never happening reality. With the strongest of trust in his Lord, he landed in the fire. The Majesty is entirely His. No other attribute comes close to the number of times Allah ascribes Mercy to Himself in Holy Quran. This is quite contrary to the fear and sorrow that have a material basis and is the source of degradation and deviations. “He it is Who appointed for you the night that you rest in it, and the day giving light. ALLAH declares in the Quran: “ALLAH commands justice and fair dealing...” And in another passage: “O you who believe,be upright for ALLAH, and (be) bearers of witness with justice! The fact that He specializes “the intelligent” as a separate category signifies their elevation and magnification in that position. Amir-ul-Mu’mineen Ali-ibn-Abi-Talib (as) once was asked about the meaning of Allah’s words when He says: “Behold! Standing in the court of Nimrod, a twenty-first century youth would have found it stressful to prove himself again and again, but young Ibrahim (asws) took it as an opportunity to testify his faith. The holy Quran says: “Those who believe (in the Oneness of Allah – Islamic Monotheism), and whose hearts find rest in the remembrance of Allah, Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.” Their hearts are attached to Allah. 4. His is whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth! It has to be reflected in every action of a Muslim. Though father and son stood their ground, Ibrahim (asws) used a very respectful tone throughout the conversation, to address his father. “(They have) a little enjoyment in this world, then to Us will be their return, then shall We make them taste the severe penalty because they used to disbelieve.”. Be aware that whosoever is in the heavens and on the earth belongs to Allah and is under His domination. Every human soul has a connection with his Lord. وَمَا تَكُونُ فِي شَأْنٍ وَمَا تَتْلُواْ مِنْهُ مِن قُرْءَانٍ وَلا تَعْمَلُونَ مِنْ عَمَلٍ إِلاَّ كُنَّا عَلَيْكُمْ شُهُوداً إِذْ تُفِيضُونَ فِيهِ وَمَا يَعْزُبُ عَن رَبِّكَ مِن مِثْقَالِ ذَرَّةٍ فِي الأَرْضِ وَلاَ فِي السَّمَآءِ وَلآ أَصْغَرَ مِن ذَلِكَ وَلآ أَكْبَرَ إِلاَّ فِي كِتَابٍ مُبِينٍ, 61. “The friends of Allah are those who are sincere in their worship, they are cognizant of the depth of those matters that are of the world, whereas others attach importance to the outward appearance of the world. And Allah (swt) is the Protector of the true believers, and what a blessed Protector is He! “…His is whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth!...”. Here sorrows and fears are those that relate to worldly matters for Allah’s worshippers are imbued with the owe of Him. A decade or so later, another trial came Prophet Ibrahim’s way. Quran search result for allah. “He it is Who appointed for you the night that you rest in it, and the day giving light...”. Verily the glory is wholly Allah’s; He is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.”. Allah Almighty mentioned the importance of His revelation repeatedly – the final revelation and the perfect message which He sent to humanity. It calls our attention to the fact that not only does the Almighty comprehend our every thought, word and deed, but His angels are also carefully watching every step we take, every word we utter, every thought we entertain in our heads, wherever we cast our eyes, and in whatever state we are in. A. KHALILULLAH: THE FRIEND OF GOD. If one wants to know about Allah, these words are to be regarded as blame, a censure and a threat from Allah, the Magnificent, to those who have made these unsanctioned and atrocious claims. Quran (5:51) - "O you who believe! “Behold! There is a fallacy that the Quran commands Muslims to not befriend Jews and Christians based on Chapter 5 verse 52. It was Prophet Ibrahim’s call – indeed, on the orders of Allah (swt) – that we have been responding to for thousands of years: the call to perform the pilgrimage to the holy house, constructed by the blessed hands of prophet Ibrahim (asws) and his son Isma’il (asws), writes AMAATUL HAKIM. His name – along with that of the Last Prophet – is preserved even to this day in all our prayers, unlike any other Prophet. Didn’t Faisal Mohammad know that, as Pope Francis has told us, “authentic Islam and the proper reading of the Koran are opposed to every form of violence”?. That is, those who have been provided with intelligence and live in the heavens and on the earth are all under Allah’s power and control. #7. There is no change in the Words of Allah. All three styles are used in the Qur’an… 7. Allah (swt) does not move away from His slave, but we distance ourselves from Him by disobeying Him, and fail to fulfill the purpose of our birth. The faster we realize His presence, the more secure we feel from what we dread. They are friends one to another. It also means a friend with whom one has great intimacy, with him or her, we feel warm & comfortable. 332, 1st Floor, Darus-Salam Building, If the Prophet of Islam (S), with all his sincerity and gratitude, with all the services he had rendered human beings, and with all his unparalleled worship of the Creator could be so concerned about his imperfections before Allah, how then, can we determine our state? Here fear and sorrow have spiritual connotations, which help in man’s perfection and development. Wali, plural awliya, is an arabic word meaning close friend. The Qur’an? 517 likes. This is shown by the following verse: Say, “Call upon Allah or call upon the Most Merciful. “And let not their speech grieve you. He accomplished the task he was ordered to perform, with no hesitation, no request for reconsideration from the One on high. It is He Who is All-Hearing and Omniscient. “…they do not follow (anything) but conjectures, and they only lie.”, هُوَ الَّذِي جَعَلَ لَكُمُ الَّيْلَ لِتَسْكُنُوا فِيهِ وَالنَّهَارَ مُبْصِراً إِنَّ فِي ذَلِكَ لاَيَاتٍ لِقَوْمٍ يَسْمَعُونَ, 67. أَلا إِنَّ لِلّهِ مَن فِي السَّمَاوَات وَمَن فِي الأَرْضِ وَمَا يَتَّبِعُ الَّذِينَ يَدْعُونَ مِن دُونِ اللّهِ شُرَكَاء إِن يَتَّبِعُونَ إِلاَّ الظَّنَّ وَإِنْ هُمْ إِلاَّ يَخْرُصُونَ, 66. The Al-Islam.org site and the DILP are entirely supported by individual donors and well wishers. That is the great success.”. “Those who believe and constantly keep from evil.”64. They are those who have become believers, continuously strive after virtue and make continence their habit. They are those who abstain from all that is forbidden, and have let the transient world go by, while they are only interested in what is dear to Allah. 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