✿ Ruling on Inviting Qurrāʼ with Deviant Beliefs to Ahl al-Tawḥīd Platforms ✿
✍ Answered by: Shaykh Saʿīd Mujtabā Saʿīdī ḥafiẓahullāh & Shaykh ʿAbd al-Wakīl Nāṣir ḥafiẓahullāh
What is the ruling on inviting reciters (Qurrāʼ) who hold deviant beliefs or display un-Islamic appearances to Ahl al-Tawḥīd stages?
It is not permissible to invite speakers or Qurrāʼ who hold deviant ʿaqīdah (beliefs) or exhibit un-Islamic appearances to the platforms of Ahl al-Tawḥīd, as doing so would amount to:
➤ Honoring their false ideologies
➤ Showing respect for non-compliant external conduct
Therefore, such invitations should be avoided.
✔ The pulpits, platforms, and stages of Ahl al-Tawḥīd are rightfully reserved for:
➤ Those who uphold pure Tawḥīd
➤ Those who follow the Salafī Manhaj (methodology of the righteous predecessors)
Even though there may be some technical distinction between a pulpit and a stage, the purpose of both is to serve and represent Islām.
① Give precedence to people of sound ʿaqīdah and Salafī methodology
➤ Prefer those close to the creed and practice of Ahl al-Tawḥīd for public religious platforms.
② Concerning individuals with un-Islamic appearance:
➤ It is better not to invite them.
➤ If they must be included, their role should be limited and regulated.
③ In Political Gatherings:
➤ If the nature of the event is political, not religious, then the same level of ʿaqīdah scrutiny may not apply.
➤ However, respect for Islamic values should still be maintained.
④ In Qur’an Recitation Events:
➤ Well-known Qurrāʼ (such as from Egypt), even with visible shortcomings in appearance, may be invited strictly for recitation, not for speech or teaching.
⑤ Practical Engagement with Wisdom:
✔ Invite them to correct their beliefs and practices in a manner of wisdom.
✔ Maintain engagement with gentleness, clarity, and sound advice.
✔ If their ʿaqīdah and practice are both corrupt, stay connected with the intention of guiding them toward the truth.
➤ Ahl al-Tawḥīd platforms are for those who uphold correct belief and practice.
➤ Inviting people of deviant beliefs or un-Islamic appearance can send wrong messages of endorsement.
➤ Engage such individuals wisely, but do not elevate them in public religious events.
✍ Answered by: Shaykh Saʿīd Mujtabā Saʿīdī ḥafiẓahullāh & Shaykh ʿAbd al-Wakīl Nāṣir ḥafiẓahullāh
❖ Question:
What is the ruling on inviting reciters (Qurrāʼ) who hold deviant beliefs or display un-Islamic appearances to Ahl al-Tawḥīd stages?
✔ Answer:
It is not permissible to invite speakers or Qurrāʼ who hold deviant ʿaqīdah (beliefs) or exhibit un-Islamic appearances to the platforms of Ahl al-Tawḥīd, as doing so would amount to:
➤ Honoring their false ideologies
➤ Showing respect for non-compliant external conduct
Therefore, such invitations should be avoided.
❖ Further Clarification:
✔ The pulpits, platforms, and stages of Ahl al-Tawḥīd are rightfully reserved for:
➤ Those who uphold pure Tawḥīd
➤ Those who follow the Salafī Manhaj (methodology of the righteous predecessors)
Even though there may be some technical distinction between a pulpit and a stage, the purpose of both is to serve and represent Islām.
❖ General Guidelines:
① Give precedence to people of sound ʿaqīdah and Salafī methodology
➤ Prefer those close to the creed and practice of Ahl al-Tawḥīd for public religious platforms.
② Concerning individuals with un-Islamic appearance:
➤ It is better not to invite them.
➤ If they must be included, their role should be limited and regulated.
③ In Political Gatherings:
➤ If the nature of the event is political, not religious, then the same level of ʿaqīdah scrutiny may not apply.
➤ However, respect for Islamic values should still be maintained.
④ In Qur’an Recitation Events:
➤ Well-known Qurrāʼ (such as from Egypt), even with visible shortcomings in appearance, may be invited strictly for recitation, not for speech or teaching.
⑤ Practical Engagement with Wisdom:
✔ Invite them to correct their beliefs and practices in a manner of wisdom.
✔ Maintain engagement with gentleness, clarity, and sound advice.
✔ If their ʿaqīdah and practice are both corrupt, stay connected with the intention of guiding them toward the truth.
✔ Summary:
➤ Ahl al-Tawḥīd platforms are for those who uphold correct belief and practice.
➤ Inviting people of deviant beliefs or un-Islamic appearance can send wrong messages of endorsement.
➤ Engage such individuals wisely, but do not elevate them in public religious events.
