Programme After Fajr

Main Topic

The Incomparable Value of Iman and Avoiding the Superiority Complex of Disbelief

Precedence of Faith over Kinship: The Quran emphasizes that faith (Iman) takes precedence over close family ties if relatives prefer disbelief (Kufr).
The True Value of a Believer: A believer who acknowledges Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala holds an intrinsically higher status in faith (fil hal) than any disbeliever, despite personal shortcomings.
Personal Humility: A believer should maintain deep personal humility regarding their ultimate end (fil ma'al), regarding themselves as the least among Muslims and fearing an uncertain end.
Avoiding Awe of Disbelief: Muslims should not hold non-believers, secular power, or worldly prestige in awe, nor alter their demeanor out of inferiority.

Surah At-Tawbah (9:23): Warning believers against taking fathers and brothers as close friends if they prefer Kufr over Iman.

Treat fellow believers with dignity and respect rather than looking down on them for their weaknesses.
Do not adopt an inferior attitude or change your dignity when dealing with worldly figures of power or prestige.
Exercise patience when faced with insults or mockery from disbelievers, relying on Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala and trusting in the ultimate victory of Iman at death.