Dr. Khandaker Abu Nasr Muhammad Abdullah Jahangir, a distinguished scholar of our era, frequently shared the following statement in his lectures, rahimahullahu ta’ala:
❝বাঙালিদের ধর্মীয় জ্ঞানের চেয়ে ধর্মীয় আবেগ বেশি।❞
Following Iran’s missile and drone strikes on Israel, many in the Muslim community are celebrating, expressing their joy as if it were Eid after Eid. Some are lauding Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declaring him one of the finest leaders in the world. Others have adorned their profile pictures and cover photos with his image, accompanied by captions such as, ‘Until today, I had no idea who he was, but now he is my role model and favorite person.’ The conflict has commenced, with some proclaiming Iran as the strongest force and so on.
The journey astray is not a sudden leap but rather a gradual progression. I have observed with concern the gradual embrace of Shi’ism among many brothers and sisters, whether knowingly or unknowingly, expressing affection towards it. This trend poses a grave danger, for it leads one away from the path of righteousness.
Sheikh ul-Islam ibn Taymiyyah Rahimahullahu ta’ala said,
“The Rafidah are the donkeys of the Jews. They ride upon them during every fitnah.” [Minhaj as-Sunnah 1/20];
Sheikh Abd al-Aziz ibn Baz (Rahimahullahu Azzawajal) stated in a Q&A: “Iran is a nation that outwardly displays Islam, but inwardly embraces infidelity (كفر). The state religion of Iran is Shi’ism, with almost 90% of the population being Shia. Iran is considered the center of Shiaism worldwide.
According to the statement of Imam Bukhari (Rahimahullahu Azzawajal), performing salah behind Jahmi and Rafidah Shia individuals is akin to performing salah behind Jews and Christians. [خلق أفعال العباد: 125]
Imam Abu Hanifa (Rahimahullahu ta’ala) said: “Whoever doubts their (shia) infidelity (كفر) will also become disbelievers like them.” [الكفاية للخطيب البغدادي]
Our Imams and scholars have long held the view that the Rafidah Shia, as well as other significant Shia sects and groups, are to be considered disbelievers. This stance has been maintained over the ages.
How do you perceive those who hold the belief that our revered mother A’ishah (Radi’Allahu Anha), consort of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), along with Abu Bakr as-Siddiq, Umar ibn al-Khattab, and Usman ibn Affan (Radi’Allahu Anhuma azma’een), are disbelievers? How might such a notion influence your faith, and how do you envisage these individuals seeking solace and assistance from the divine providence of Allah? Additionally, how will they receive help from Allah?
They have never benefited and contributed positively to the Muslim Ummah; instead, their actions have consistently sown discord and turmoil. If you remain skeptical, simply observe their actions and witness the consequences that unfold.
