Who Are The Friends Of Allah?

Summary

This transcript explores a profound Hadith that describes the closeness of Allah to His devout worshippers. It highlights that Allah declares war on those who show hostility to His pious servants. The Hadith emphasizes that performing obligatory duties and additional acts of worship brings one closer to Allah, leading to divine love and guidance. Friends of Allah, known as 'Awliya,' live righteous lives, embodying Allah's attributes and serving as living proof of His generosity and compassion. They face trials with steadfastness and trust in Allah, reflecting divine beauty and goodness through their actions.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Hadith emphasizes the importance of being a Pious worshiper, and Allah's love for those who perform obligatory duties and extra deeds.
• 😀 Allah declares war against those who show hostility towards His devout worshipers.
• 😀 A person becomes closer to Allah by fulfilling obligatory duties and performing extra, non-obligatory acts of worship.
• 😀 When Allah loves a person, He becomes their senses and aids them in their actions.
• 😀 Allah is hesitant to take the soul of a believer because He knows they hate death, and He doesn't want to disappoint them.
• 😀 Friends of Allah, known as Awliya, are righteous individuals who follow Allah's commandments and the Prophet's Sunnah.
• 😀 Allah announces war on those who show enmity towards His friends, indicating the severe consequences of such animosity.
• 😀 Awliya are seen as living proof of God's generosity and compassion in the world, embodying His attributes.
• 😀 The Quran praises the friends of Allah, stating they have no fear or grief due to their strong faith and mindfulness of Allah.
• 😀 Friends of Allah face trials and tribulations but remain patient, steadfast, and brave, trusting in Allah's wisdom and divine plan.

Q & A

What is the main message of the Hadith discussed in the script?

The main message of the Hadith is that Allah declares war against anyone who shows hostility to His pious worshipers. The most beloved acts to Allah are the obligatory duties, and those who perform additional voluntary acts will be loved by Allah. Once Allah loves them, He will become their sense of hearing, sight, and movement, and He will answer their prayers and protect them.

What does the Hadith say about the relationship between Allah and His pious worshipers?

The Hadith indicates that as pious worshipers perform their obligatory duties and additional voluntary acts, they come closer to Allah. Once Allah loves them, He becomes their senses and faculties, guiding their actions. If they ask for something, He will grant it, and if they seek protection, He will protect them.

Who are considered the friends of Allah according to the script?

The friends of Allah, or 'awliya', are those who are outwardly and inwardly righteous, follow all commandments of Allah, and adhere to the Prophet's Sunnah. They perform obligatory duties, avoid prohibitions, and engage in non-obligatory deeds, or 'nawafil'.

What is the significance of the friends of Allah in Islam?

The friends of Allah are significant because they represent Allah on Earth, embodying His attributes and serving as living proof of His existence. They lead holy lives, dedicated to prayer, obedience, and service to others. Their lives inspire others to develop a closer relationship with Allah.

How does the Hadith describe the protection Allah provides to His friends?

The Hadith describes that Allah will declare war on those who show enmity to His friends. If His friends ask for something, Allah will give it to them, and if they seek protection, He will protect them.

What are the two types of nearness to Allah mentioned in the script?

The script mentions Universal nearness, which is the inherent connection every creation has with Allah, and Special nearness, which is granted to a select few who have achieved Divine proximity through faith and piety.

What qualities do the friends of Allah possess according to the script?

The friends of Allah possess qualities such as humility, devoutness, absorption in worship, and a constant remembrance of Allah. They lead simple, transparent, and selfless lives, dedicated to serving others and making Islam credible in the world.

How do the friends of Allah impact the faith of other Muslims?

The friends of Allah impact the faith of other Muslims by serving as examples of piety and devotion. Their lives inspire trust and love in others, leading to a deeper relationship with Allah. Seeing the friends of Allah reminds others of Allah and motivates them to follow their example.

What does the Quran say about the friends of Allah?

The Quran states that the friends of Allah have no fear nor do they grieve. They believe in and are mindful of Allah. For them, there are glad tidings in this worldly life and in the hereafter.

What challenges do the friends of Allah face according to the script?

The friends of Allah face trials, tribulations, and severe tests. However, they embrace these challenges with patience, steadfastness, and bravery, trusting in Allah's wisdom and relying on Him completely.