How do we consider who is the best Muslim?
Determining who is the "best" Muslim is a subjective matter and varies between individuals and communities. In Islam, being a good Muslim generally involves adhering to the core tenets and practices of the faith, including:
Belief in the unity of Allah (God):-
In Islam the belief in one God, known as "TAWEED," is the central tenet of the religion. The concept of TAWHEED is derived from the Arabic word (Wahid) which means "one." The Islamic belief in one God is expressed in the declaration of faith or "Shahada," Allah is one and Muhammad ﷺ is the Messenger of Allah."
Follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as found in the Quran and Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet).
Regularly observing the five pillars of Islam:-
Shahadah (declaration of faith),
Salah (prayer),
Zakat (charity),
Sawm (fasting during Ramadan),
Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca for those who are able).
Upholding moral and ethical values like justice, honesty, kindness and compassion.
Engaging in charity work and helping the needy.
Seeking knowledge and understanding of the faith.
It is important to note that no one can evaluate another person's faith or piety, as this is a matter between an individual and God. Being a "good" or "best" Muslim is a personal journey and is evaluated by one's honesty, actions, and dedication to Islam. It is not the job of others to determine or compare
Some people asked Allah's Messenger (ﷺ), "Who is the best Muslim? He replied, "One who avoids harming the Muslims with his tongue and hands." And a Muhajir (migrant) is one who leaves what Allah has made haram
"Allah says in QuranAnd We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient,(SURAH AL-BAQARAH AYAT 2:155)
I want to say that stand up for yourself, your religion and the humanity of other Muslims. Muslims are often portrayed negatively by various political groups for their own self-interest. You don't need to engage every time you hear Islamophobic statements, but you should say something if you feel safe and have the energy to do so.
If you hear someone comparing Islam to violent extremism, you might say, “I'm a Muslim, and I don't appreciate your assumption that all Muslims condone violent acts.
If you see other Muslims being targeted, stand up for them. For example, if you see a woman wearing a hijab being harassed, stand between her and her harasser and engage her in friendly conversation to take the power away from the person harassing her.
Follow the laws of Allah (Sharia) as revealed in the Quran and Sunnah in your homes and encourage your family and other Muslims to do the same in every aspect of their lives.
Kindness (Meharbani):-
Kindness is a mark of a good Muslim.
Allah say in Quran About "Kindness" that Allah loves those who act justly.
In some parts of the Holy Quran, Allah describes himself as ‘RAOUF’ (رؤوف). English translators of the Quran take this to mean ‘kind’.
Overall it is important to note that these rights are not exhaustive, and other specific rights and responsibilities are also mentioned in Islam. Sermon. The overall principle in Islam is to establish a just and compassionate society where the rights of individuals are protected and respected.
Ultimately, Islam encourages self-improvement, continuous learning, and striving to become a better person in the eyes of God, while respecting the diversity of beliefs and practices within the Muslim community.
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