Main Topic
The opposition faced by Nabi Karim sallallahu alayhi wasallam during early open propagation in Makkah, contrasted with the timeless perfection of Islam and the spiritual necessity of purifying the heart to receive divine peace (Sakina).
Key Lessons
- When confronted with Haqq (truth), those who refuse to submit often resort to arguments, insults, and hostility because falsehood lacks logical standing.
- The leaders of Quraysh attempted to pressure Abu Talib into abandoning or silencing Nabi Karim sallallahu alayhi wasallam, viewing the solution to humanity's problems as a threat.
- Worldly trends, ideologies, and material fashions are constantly changing because they are inherently flawed and incomplete, whereas the Deen of Allah and the Sunnah remain perfect and unchanged across centuries.
- True tranquility (Sakina) can only settle in a heart cleared of worldly distractions and illicit loves, dedicated entirely to Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala and His Messenger sallallahu alayhi wasallam.
Quranic/Hadith References
- Mention of Prophet Ibrahim alayhis salam confronting idolaters by placing the axe on the largest idol to expose the futility of idol worship.
- Reference to the Quranic verse describing Sakina descending upon the hearts of the believers (fi qulubil-mu'minin).
- Historical progression of the Sahaba: from 35 in Dar al-Arqam to 313 at Badr, 1,400 at Hudaybiyah, 10,000 at Fath Makkah, and 124,000 at Hajjatul Wida.
Practical Advice
- Recognize that true peace cannot be found in worldly entertainment, temporary fashions, or sinful venues.
- Reclaim control of the heart from spiritual enemies and purge it of illicit attachments so divine peace can enter.
- Submit wholeheartedly to the Sunnah of Nabi Karim sallallahu alayhi wasallam without seeking approval from ever-shifting secular trends.
Hazrat Moulana Dawood Seedat Saheb