❖ The Duty of Dawah and Tabligh
Dawah (inviting to Islam) is a collective obligation upon the Muslim Ummah. It is not merely a virtuous act but a commanded responsibility emphasized in the Qur’an and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.❖ Divine Command for the Muslim Ummah
Allah has declared the Muslim community as the best nation because of its role in spreading righteousness:"You are the best nation brought forth for mankind: you enjoin what is right, forbid what is wrong, and believe in Allah."
(Āl ʿImrān 3:110)
This verse underlines that calling to good and forbidding evil are foundational duties of Muslims.
❖ Prophetic Example
The entire life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was dedicated to calling people toward the path of Allah. His methodology was marked by wisdom, beautiful preaching, and kind debate:"Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and good preaching, and argue with them in the best manner."
(An-Naḥl 16:125)
This guidance from the Qur’an shows that Dawah should be done with compassion, insight, and grace.
❖ Summary
➊ Dawah and Tabligh are fundamental responsibilities of the Muslim Ummah.➋ These duties are clearly established by the Qur’an and the life of the Prophet ﷺ.
➌ Every capable Muslim should strive to promote righteousness and prevent wrongdoing, following the prophetic method.
