Summary of the
Model of Dawah Work of Every Muslims
A brief outline of the work of
Tabligh, its importance and urgent need have been discussed and it now remains
to be seen as to how all this can guide us and bring us the desired relief and
benefits in our times which are filled with confusion, unrest and conflicts.
For this, once again, we have to seek guidance from the Quran which refers to
the hard work and patience for the faith of Islam as a highly profitable
business and puts it across in the following manner
: O you who believe! Shall I point out to you a trade that will shield you from a grievous doom? Believe in Allah and His Rasul and perform Jihad in His way with your wealth and lives. This is best for you, if you understand. Your Allah will forgive your sins and you shall enter Jannah, under which ripple (beauteous) streams and stately abodes in everlasting gardens and this is great success.... And another which you covet much, i.e. succor from Allah and victory near at hand, and give glad tidings to those who believe" [Surah As-Saff:10-13]
The above Ayah
describes a trade, which, if accepted, promises rescue from all types of
sufferings and punishments. The trade meant is to have a firm faith in Allah
(SWT) and His Rasul and to struggle hard in the path of Allah (SWT), without
avoiding using one's life and wealth. This again points to the act of Tabligh,
which can ensure for us everlasting well being and happiness. It is this simple
work that will bring us great benefits, such as the forgiveness for all our
sins, deliberate mistakes and shortcomings and high rewards in the Akhirah. So
much for the success in the next life which really is the greatest joy for a
Muslim, but there is also a clear hint for benefits in this life, too. We shall
get what we like most such as prosperity, divine help and success against all
our adversaries. In other words, Allah (SWT) has demanded two things from us,
first to have firm faith in Him and His Rasul and secondly to struggle hard in
His path, giving if need be, our lives and all that we possess. In return for
this, He has also promised two things first a beautiful and peaceful house in
Jannah with an eternal life and everlasting happiness and second honour and
success in this life. The first demand on us is that of Imaan.
This is exactly
what Tabligh is meant to bring about in us that we should all be gifted with
the wealth of true faith.
The second demand is of striving in the path of Allah
(SWT) which actually means Jihad, which may sometimes mean fighting a war
against oppressors and non believers. However, it also means striving in belief
of Allah (SWT) being One and enforcing Allah (SWT)’s commandments, which is
also the ultimate aim of Tabligh.
It should be clear to us that happiness and
success in the life after death is solely dependent on having firm faith in Allah
(SWT) and His Rasul (Sallallaho Alaihi wassallam) and in striving hard in the
path laid down by Him. Similarly, success and prosperity in this life, also
depend entirely on that very faith and on spending all our efforts in the path
of Allah (SWT) When we fulfil these basic requirements, firstly, of faith in
Allah (SWT) and His Rasul (Sallallaho Alaihi wassallam), and, secondly, of
struggling hard in their path, through these two qualities alone, we can
decorate ourselves with high noble qualities and excellence of character and
then can we be fit to receive the promised Khilafah of Allah (SWT) and His
kingdom on earth, which are bound to come to us as is promised in the Quran:
To
those of you who believe and do righteous deeds, Allah promises that He will
certainly give dominance to them in this world as He gave to those before you,
and the religion that has been chosen for them shall be strengthened for them,
and He will thereafter certainly transform their fear into tranquility;
provided they worship Me and associate none with Me [Surah An-Noor:55]
The
above Ayah describes a direct promise of kingdom, but through Imaan and
righteous deeds. This was actually fulfilled in the days of the Nabi
(Sallallaho Alaihi wassallam) and remained in effect right through the period
of the first four caliphs of Islam who were guided by Allah (SWT) i.e.
Sayyidina Abu Bakr (RA), Sayyidina Umar (RA), Sayydina Uthman (RA) &
Sayyidina Ali (RA). Practically the whole of Arabia had become an Islamic State
in the days of the Nabi (Sallallaho Alaihi wassallam) himself and the rest of
the countries (Muslim countries of today) mostly joined Islam during the period
of the first four Caliphs or immediately after their time. Later on the promise
continued to be fulfilled in favor of a number of Muslims kings and caliphs and
it would still happen if someone fulfills the conditions, as is clear from
another Ayah: Surely Allah's followers shall dominate [Surah Al-Maida:56]
In
these pages, a study of the present situation and a practical solution for
improving it has been given. In fact, the solution is nothing other than the
actual Islamic way of life which belonged to our forefathers and early Muslims.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it can be said that there is no way to gain honour,
happiness, peace and rest in this life other than to adopt and firmly hold on
to the work and system of Tabligh, for which everyone of us must use all our
energies and wealth.
Hold fast to the rope of Allah and do not create
dissension's [Surah Ale-Imran:103]
Final Appeal
This very system has actually
been put into practice in the recent past, in the territory of Mewaat and a few
other districts around Delhi (India). Although the work in that region has not
yet reached the final stages the progress of the local Muslim has been
noticeable. The blessings and benefits of the system of Tabligh are clearly
visible and worth witnessing. If all Muslims collectively resolve to follow the
noble example described above and adopt the correct system of life, as
described in this book, there is every hope that through this effort, Allah
(SWT) may remove all our hardships and troubles and we may be able to regain
our faith, the power to do righteous deeds and the resultant honour, greatness
and glory in this life and attain permanent success in the next. The Muslims
can then set an example for the rest of the world to live in peace, rest and
happiness, which is the natural desire of every man on earth. An attempt has
been made to explain as clearly as possible the real purpose behind the
publishing of this book, which is to present the readers the sketch of a
practical way of life which about sixty years ago, had been started and
faithfully followed by Maulana Mohammed Ilyas (RA). He had in fact devoted all
his life for this sacred purpose and mission. It is up to us, the Muslims of
the present time to understand our obligations towards Islam and fulfil them in
our own interest and that of the coming generations and of mankind at large.
The way is clear and well set. Let us begin the march and fix our minds on the
final goal, which is to earn the pleasure and approval of Allah (SWT).
