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In this lesson of Sūrah at-Tawbah, verses 69-72, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf reflects on the fate of disbelievers, drawing parallels with previous nations who were more powerful and wealthy but ultimately perished due to their wrongdoing. He highlights the transient nature of worldly enjoyment and warns against engaging in vanities. The lesson then shifts to emphasize the bond of solidarity among believing men and women, urging them to enjoin good, forbid evil, establish prayer, give zakāh, and obey Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ and His Messenger ﷺ. Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan concludes with the promise of eternal rewards in Paradise for the believers, with Allāh's approval being the ultimate prize.
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Page 197 - The Fate of Hypocrites
In this lesson of Sūrah At-Tawbah, verses 61-68, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discusses how these verses expose the deception and arrogance of the hypocrites. They mocked the Prophet ﷺ, calling him overly receptive, but Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ refutes their claim, affirming that the Prophet ﷺ listens only to what is good and beneficial. The hypocrites would swear false oaths to appease the believers, yet their true concern should have been to please Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ and His Messenger ﷺ. When confronted, they dismissed their actions as mere jest, but Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ rejects their excuses, declaring their faith void. The lesson further highlights how the hypocrites promote wrongdoing while neglecting righteousness, ultimately severing their connection with Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ. As a result, they are cursed and destined for eternal punishment, their fate sealed by their own arrogance and betrayal of faith.
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Page 196 - The Purpose of Zakah in Islam
In this lesson of Sūrah at-Tawbah, verses 55-60, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf elaborates on the deceptive nature of the hypocrites who place their trust in worldly possessions and family, oblivious to the reality of their punishment. Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ reveals that their wealth and children will only be a means of torment in this life, and they will die in disbelief. The hypocrites falsely claim allegiance but are filled with fear, and they would run from the truth if they had a place to hide. The lesson also addresses their reaction to charity, where they show approval when they receive, but anger when excluded. The Prophet ﷺ is urged to remind them that contentment lies in trusting Allāh's provision. The verses conclude with a clarification of the proper recipients of zakāh, demonstrating the broader social and spiritual purpose of this obligatory charity.
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Page 195 - The Traits of Hypocrites
In this lesson of Sūrah at-Tawbah, verses 49-54, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discusses the reactions of hypocrites when faced with hardship or success. He explains how some seek to avoid responsibility by asking for permission to remain behind, but they have already fallen into trial, with Hell awaiting the disbelievers. The Shaykh highlights the hypocrisy of those who rejoice in your misfortune, while when things go well, they are distressed. The lesson underscores the importance of relying on the decree of Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ and how the true believer awaits either martyrdom or victory, unlike the hypocrites who only await punishment. Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf also reflects on the rejection of the hypocrites' charitable acts, explaining that their disbelief, laziness in prayer, and unwillingness to give prevent their actions from being accepted.
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Page 194 - Striving in the Cause of Allāh سبحانه و تعالى
In this lesson of Sūrah At-Tawbah, verses 41-48, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discussed the command for believers to strive in Allāh’s cause with their wealth and lives, regardless of difficulty, as true faith is demonstrated through action. The passage exposes the hypocrisy of those who sought to avoid sacrifice, making false excuses and swearing deceitful oaths. Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ rebukes them, making clear that those who truly believe do not hesitate when called to serve. Their insincerity is further highlighted by their lack of preparation, showing that they never intended to go forth. The verses also reveal that had they joined the believers, they would have only caused confusion and spread discord. Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ, in His wisdom, kept them back to protect the unity and strength of the sincere.
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