Muslim

Hadith Commentary:
Vocabulary of the Hadith:
TASUSUHUMUL-ANBIYA:
Their affairs were managed and supervised by the Prophets, and the Prophets were also the protectors of their interests.

Benefits and Issues:
It is established from this hadith that, just as the religious affairs of human beings were overseen, their worldly affairs were also supervised and protected by the Prophets. There was no distinction between religion and worldly matters. However, since the chain of Prophets continued before you (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam), after the death of one Prophet, another Prophet would come in his place to look after and supervise the religious and worldly affairs of the people. But after you (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam), no Prophet can come, because Prophethood has ended with you. Therefore, after you, the succession of Caliphs (khulafa) began. When, after one Caliph (because he has passed away), allegiance (bay‘ah) is given to another, then after that, allegiance cannot be given to any other Caliph. From this, it is understood that Muslims should have only one Caliph, and then obedience to him in what is right (ma‘ruf) is necessary. If he commands something that is against the temperament of the subjects, or against someone’s personal opinion, then it is necessary to disregard one’s own temperament and opinion, as long as the ruler’s command is not against the Shari‘ah. And if the ruler does not fulfill the rights of the subjects, then Allah Ta‘ala Himself will call him to account. The subjects should not establish a front against him. But today, unfortunately, everyone demands their rights, and is not prepared to fulfill their own duties. Therefore, class conflict continues among various groups.

Hadith Commentary: Along with the obedience to the caliphs, the caliphs themselves have also been reminded to fulfill their responsibilities. If they do not do so, they will have to face the severest disgrace in the court of Allah. Even today, in this so-called era of democracy, the same ruling applies to those who come to power: they must be mindful of their responsibilities. But how many of those who occupy seats of authority actually reflect upon their duties? They only remember something at the time of asking for votes; afterwards, they forget everything.
Except as Allah wills (Illa ma sha Allah).

Hadith Commentary:
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The meaning of "siyasah" is to rectify or reform something.
The rectification of the Children of Israel was carried out by the noble Prophets (alayhim as-salam).
Whenever any turmoil or corruption would arise among them, Allah, the Exalted, would arrange for a Prophet to remove it.
The Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) said:
"After me, no Prophet will come who will fulfill the duty as the previous Prophets (alayhim as-salam) did; however, there will be many caliphs after me.
It is obligatory upon the Ummah to obey them."
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In this world of color and scent, there cannot be two caliphs for the Muslims at the same time. When the caliphate of one caliph is established through the Shari'ah-approved method, then loyalty and devotion should be attached to him alone. If, in his presence, another person assumes the position of caliph, then the command is to strike off his neck.
It is stated in Sahih Muslim that when allegiance is pledged to two caliphs, the second should be killed.
(Sahih Muslim, al-Imarah, Hadith: 4799(1853))
Alas, the division of power has split the Muslims.
Western democracy has torn the Muslims into pieces.
The Muslim countries are the product of this very anarchy.
We see that wherever assemblies are established as a result of democracy, they are, in reality, a model of a fish market.
Then the members of the assembly are bought and sold.
After that, during the proceedings, abuse and vulgar language are used.
Taunts are hurled at one another.
Shoes and chairs are thrown.
In the end, unparliamentary phrases have to be deleted from the assembly proceedings.
Islam does not permit division upon division.
And Allah is the One whose help is sought.
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In this hadith, along with the obedience to the caliphs, their responsibilities have also been made clear.
If they do not fulfill their responsibilities, then on the Day of Resurrection, they will face the severest disgrace in the court of Allah, the Exalted.
Today, in this so-called democratic era, those who are seated on chairs are also subject to the same ruling: that they should be conscious of their responsibilities. But how many of those who sit in power actually think about their responsibilities after coming into authority? When they need votes, then they remember, and they feel the pain of sympathy for the poor, but afterwards, they forget everything.
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un.

Benefits and Issues:

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The meaning of siyasat (governance) is: to carry out those actions regarding something (such as an animal, etc.) or individuals, which result in the rectification of their conditions (and the fulfillment of their needs). (Nihayah Ibn Athir)

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The rectification and supervision of the collective affairs of the nation, the administration of the Islamic state, and the guidance of the subjects are fundamentally the duty of the Prophets (alayhimus-salam).

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Since the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) is the last Prophet, this position now belongs to the noble scholars (ulama): that they should administer the country and guide the people according to the Book of Allah and the Sunnah of the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam).

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It is not the task of the noble scholars to act according to the emotions and feelings of the public; rather, their real duty is to direct those emotions onto the correct path and, with their cooperation, to achieve the objective of reforming society and elevating the religion.

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It is not permissible to appoint a second caliph (khalifah) in the presence of an existing caliph. After the death of the first, another person will be appointed as caliph and his allegiance (bay‘ah) will be pledged.

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It is not permissible to rebel against the legitimate (shar‘i) leader (amir).

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If the leader is negligent in fulfilling his duties, this does not justify the subjects also becoming negligent in fulfilling their own duties.