Hijrah 1435 A.H; An era to cleanse the nation (lessons from the holy prophet) Read more at Http://deencept.wordpress Hijrah 1435A.H. is a new era for every muslim to cleanse themselves of their sins. Hijrah, in essence, is a process of transfer to a better situation. It is not meant to find a comfortable place where one would relax and stop endeavor (attempt). Rather, it is a search for an environment more favorable to continuous and constructive effort. We learnt from the holy prophet SAW that Immediately he got to Madinah, the Prophet undertook an all-embracing process to establish a faithful and strong society. This is a significant aspect and important lesson to learn from Hijrah. Read more at Http://deencept.wordpress In the Glorious Quran, Allah, Most High, says, Those who believe, and migrate and strive in Allah’s cause with their goods and their persons, have the highest rank in the sight of Allah: they are indeed the successful people. Their Lord does give them glad tidings of a Mercy from Himself, of His good pleasure, and of Gardens where enduring pleasure will be theirs: They will dwell therein forever. Verily in Allah’s presence is a reward, the greatest (of all). (Al Tawbah 9 : 20-22) Read more at Http://deencept.wordpress The environment we find ourselves is inconducive and embedded with corrupt-minded, tyrant, selfish, unpious and heartless leaders and followers. This society we live in is gradually falling as a result of a decaying educational system and poverty in every nuke and crannies of the society. Read more at Http://deencept.wordpress The new islamic calendar should serve as a remembrance to all muhminun, muminat and non-musims all over the globe. Hijrah, as stated above, is a process of transfer to a better situation and the society,country and nation we are is in a bad situation. The nation is too rich to be poor but good and God-fearing governance are the qualities we lack. Hijrah is a medium to admonish persons change for good. When the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) made the Hijrah from Makkah to Madinah, he did not just transfer his residence or took shelter in another city, but as soon as he arrived in Madinah he began the transformation of that city in every aspect. It is important for us to study and reflect on the things that he did in Madinah. There are many lessons for us in that history and we can learn many things for our life. 1. Masjid (Mosque): The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) first established a Masjid for the worship of Allah. He himself worked in carrying the stones and building that small, humble but most powerful structure. This was the beginning, but soon other Masajid (mosques) were established in Madinah. 2. Madrasah (Islamic school and educational institution for the community): . The first school under the supervision of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was the school of Suffah . Later many other schools were opened. According to Maulana Shibli Numani, there were nine schools opened in Madinah alone in the time of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). 3. Muakhah: He established brotherly relations between the Muhajirun (Muslims who migrated from Makkah) and the Ansar (residents of Madinah who helped the Prophet and his Companions). Masjid and Madrasah were not enough; what was also important was to have good relations between Muslims. They should have their brotherhood on the basis of faith, not on the basis of tribes as they used to have prior to Islam. 4. Intercommunity and Interfaith Relations: Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) also established good relations with other communities living in Madinah. There was a large Jewish community as well as some other Arab tribes who had not accepted Islam. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) prepared a Mithaq (a covenant or a constitution) for relations between these communities. 5. Cleaning the City: Yathrib (previous name of Madinah) was a dirty city. When the Sahabah (Prophets Companions) came from Makkah to Madinah, many of them got sick and did not like that city. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) asked them to clean the city and remove its dirt and filth. `Aishah, may Allah be pleased with her, said: “We came to Madinah and it was the most polluted land of Allah. The water there was most stinking. (Al- Bukhari, 1756) 6. Water System in the City: The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) asked the Sahabah to dig wells in different parts of the city. It is mentioned that more than 50 wells were opened in the city of Madinah and there was enough clean water for every one. 7. Agriculture and Gardening: The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) encouraged the Sahabah to cultivate the land and make gardens. He told them that any one who would cultivate any dead land, would own it. Many people started working and cultivating and soon there was enough food for every one. 8. Poverty Eradication: In a short period of time it happened that there were no poor people in Madinah. Every one had enough and the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) used to give gifts to coming delegations. 9. Safety, Security, Law and Order: Madinah became the safest city in the world. There were very few incidents of theft, rape, drunkenness or murder and they were immediately taken care of. In short, Hijrah teaches us that wherever Muslims go, they should bring goodness to that land. Muslims should work for both moral and material goodness of the society. Read more at Http://deencept.wordpress On this note, i will urge the pious Nigerians to rise up to the challenge to cleanse the nation, Nigeria of its irregularities because if the pious ones keep standing back then we will all face the consequences. This can only be achieved by many who possess like minds to transform the country and relief us from the symptoms obstructing the country from progressing, possessing and providing a comfortable and good standard of living for its citizens. .LONG LIVE NIGERIA!! LONG LIVE NIGERIANS!! Read more at Http://deencept.wordpress
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