Episode 4: He is Not a Believer When... | The Faith Revival

Summary

In this video, the speaker emphasizes the dangers of major sins, or 'mubiqat,' and their negative impact on a person's faith. They explain how committing sins like adultery, theft, and alcohol consumption can temporarily remove iman (faith) from a believer. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is quoted explaining that these acts cause a person to momentarily lose their belief but can return with repentance. The speaker stresses the importance of avoiding these sins, highlighting the peril of meeting Allah in a state of sin. The video encourages repentance, self-reflection, and staying vigilant in protecting one's faith.

Takeaways

• 😀 Major sins, known as 'mubiqat,' are destructive to one's faith, and they should be avoided at all costs.
• 😀 Allah can forgive all sins, but there are certain major sins that can cause a temporary departure of belief from the person committing them.
• 😀 Adultery (zina) causes a person’s belief to leave them temporarily, as described in a narration from the Prophet Muhammad (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam).
• 😀 Other major sins, like stealing, drinking alcohol, and murder, also result in a temporary loss of faith in the moment of committing the act.
• 😀 The temporary loss of faith is not permanent; it can be restored once a person repents and ceases the sinful behavior.
• 😀 A person who commits major sins does not become a disbeliever, as long as they acknowledge their belief in Allah.
• 😀 Committing major sins while ignoring Allah is a form of self-worship, where a person chooses to fulfill their desires rather than follow Allah's guidance.
• 😀 The Prophet (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) taught that faith and alcohol cannot coexist in a believer’s heart; eventually, one will expel the other.
• 😀 Persisting in sin, such as drinking alcohol, is likened to worshiping idols, and can have a long-lasting negative impact on one’s faith.
• 😀 Not all sins are equal in their effect on faith, and believers should avoid major sins as they have a significant impact on spiritual well-being.
• 😀 At times of low faith, it's easy to justify sins, but the worst thing is to die while in a state of major sin. It is crucial to repent immediately and strive to live with strong faith.

Q & A

What are the major sins referred to as 'موبيقات' in the script?

The major sins referred to as 'موبيقات' (destructive sins) are those that have a severe impact on a person's faith and should be avoided, as they can cause the removal of belief from a person temporarily.

How does the Prophet Muhammad (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) describe the removal of belief when committing zina (adultery)?

The Prophet (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) describes that when a person commits zina, Allah removes their belief in the same way a roof is taken off, leaving them exposed. The belief returns once they repent and stop committing the act.

What does the narration from Ibn Abbas say about committing sins while being a believer?

Ibn Abbas explains that a person does not commit adultery, steal, drink alcohol, or kill while they are truly a believer. These actions cause a temporary departure of faith.

What does Ibn Abbas mean when he says faith departs like when he clasped his hands?

Ibn Abbas is illustrating that the departure of faith during the commission of a major sin is temporary, much like the hands being clasped together. Once the person repents, faith returns, like the hands being uncrossed.

Does committing major sins make someone a disbeliever according to the script?

No, committing major sins does not make someone a disbeliever. As long as the person acknowledges their belief and repents, they are not considered outside of the faith, though their belief may be temporarily weakened.

How does the Prophet Muhammad (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) relate alcohol consumption to faith?

The Prophet (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) says that alcohol consumption and faith cannot coexist in a person's heart. Eventually, one of them will expel the other, indicating the incompatibility of alcohol with strong belief.

What analogy does the Prophet Muhammad (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) use to describe someone addicted to alcohol?

The Prophet (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) says that an alcoholic is like someone who worships idols, drawing a parallel between the idolatry of alcohol addiction and the sin of associating partners with Allah.

What qualities are deemed incompatible with being a true believer, as per the Prophet Muhammad (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam)?

The Prophet (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) says that lying and being untrustworthy are qualities that are incompatible with belief. While other flaws like cowardice or miserliness might exist in a believer, lying is a significant offense.

What is the significance of the Prophet's statement regarding belief and murder?

The Prophet (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) emphasizes that a believer's faith remains intact unless they commit murder. This suggests that taking another person's life is an extremely grave sin with a profound impact on one's iman.

What is the central message regarding sin in the context of this script?

The central message is that while all sins can be forgiven by Allah, some major sins are particularly dangerous because they can weaken or temporarily remove a person's faith. It is crucial to avoid these major sins and repent if one falls into them.