Abu Ammar Zahid-ur-Rashdi
The Role of Media in Promoting and Defending Islam
In the present age, one of the greatest forms of struggle is the battle of ideas and communication. In every era, people have used the means available to them to spread their message, explain their beliefs, and convince others of their cause. Today, these means are called social media and mass communication platforms. The tools may have become modern, fast, and highly advanced, but the...
Our Destiny: America, Russia, China, or the Muslim World?
As far as true friendship is concerned, no disbeliever can be a true friend to a Muslim. This is because the ultimate aim of Islam is to eradicate disbelief and oppression from the world and establish a divine system of justice and fairness. Regardless of its form, disbelief is fundamentally opposed to Islam. Therefore, if the true purpose behind the creation of Pakistan was indeed...
On the Islamic Status of Pakistan`s Constitution
Regarding the Islamic status of Pakistan’s Constitution, we have stated on numerous occasions that its foundation rests upon the supreme sovereignty of Allah Almighty, and the supremacy of the Qur’an and Sunnah has been constitutionally...
Islam`s Teachings for Peaceful Coexistence
Right now, we've come together to think about and discuss a specific question: Which aspects of Islamic teachings should the Muslim Ummah focus on more to build a peaceful and harmonious...
The Demands of Our Geographical Defence
Defending the country has many aspects, and one very important part is the defence of...
A Prophetic Lesson on News, Responsibility, and Restraint
A narration is mentioned from Ummul-Mumineen Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her), reported in Bukhari. She says that for a short period of time, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) felt some unusual effects on himself in everyday...
When Hazrat Abdullah ibn Umar Defended Hazrat Usman ibn Affan
There is a narration in Sahih al-Bukhari concerning events after the martyrdom of Hazrat Usman (may Allah be pleased with him). The situation had changed, Hazrat Usman had been martyred, and those who carried out that act were from among people who called themselves Muslims. Naturally his opponents remained active. In Bukhari the political groupings of that period are described with...
The Kashmir Issue: A Brief Overview and Possible Solution
"What is the Kashmir issue, what is its background, and what could be its possible solution? The majority of our new generation knows little about it, and their connection with the Kashmir issue is merely...
Khatm-e-Nubuwwat Conferences: A Referendum of Our Stance
Following the praise of God and salutations (to the Prophet). A magnificent Khatm-e-Nubuwwat (Finality of Prophethood) Conference is being held under the auspices of the Aalmi Majlis Tahaffuz-e-Khatm-e-Nubuwwat (International Council for the Protection of the Finality of Prophethood) the day after tomorrow, Sunday, September 28th, at the Mini Stadium, Sheikhupura Mor, Gujranwala. Senior...
East and West: Different Futures for Different Pasts
When the West detached itself from the social role of religion, there was a specific historical context that made it impossible for the West to bring religion along on its journey of social...
Ummul-Mumineen Khadija Radhi Allahu Anhaa
The household of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) began with his marriage to Ummul-Mumineen Khadijah...
Britain`s Long-Standing Role in Palestine`s Transformation into Israel
We have consistently highlighted Britain's ongoing role in the transformation of Palestine into Israel in various writings. Concurrently, the United States is actively engaged in perpetuating this British influence. One such article, now revised and presented to readers after approximately two decades, offers insight into the future intentions of Israel, the U.S., and their allies concerning...
President Trump`s Interest in the Kashmir Issue
US President Donald Trump has intervened in the recent war between Pakistan and India, persuaded both sides to cease fire and expressed interest in resolving the Kashmir issue. We have stated in this regard that if President Trump’s efforts pave the way for the implementation of the UN resolutions to resolve the Kashmir issue and the Kashmiri people get the right to decide their own...
United Nations: Concerns and Demands of the Muslim World
The initial purpose of the United Nations was to find solutions to conflicts between nations and prevent war. However, on December 10, 1948, the UN General Assembly, by adopting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and making its adherence mandatory for all countries, also included reform and intervention in the world's political and social systems within its purview. Since then,...
Blasphemy Against Prophets and the International Community
It is a matter of great joy that there is a growing awareness regarding the honor and dignity of the esteemed Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and all the prophets (peace be upon them all). To express this awareness, the "Day of Protection of the Honor of the Prophet (PBUH)" is being observed throughout Pakistan on the appeal of the Government...
Pakistan and Turkiye: The Center of Hope for the Muslim Ummah
According to a report published in the media on February 14th, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, while addressing an event at the Prime Minister House in Islamabad, stated that Quaid-e-Azam and Allama Iqbal are our heroes also, and that Allama Iqbal's poetry sparked a revolution throughout the world. He emphasized that helping Palestinians is our duty and that our efforts will...
The Prophet`s Companions are the Witnesses of the Religion
Hazrat Abdullah bin Masood (may Allah be pleased with him) said: If a person wants to follow someone, he should follow someone who has passed away because a living person can fall into temptation at any time. He further stated, The group of companions (Sahabah) is worthy of being followed, as they were extremely pious and...
A Basic Principle of Deeni Madaris
The present system of religious schools (Deeni Madaris) is based on a continuous process of mutual aid and public cooperation. It began after the failure of the Muslims in the Freedom-Jihad of 1857, driven by the passion to establish a collective way to preserve the faith, civilization, and education system of the Muslims from the invasion of political, cultural, ideological, and educational...
Islamic Democracy and Western Democracy
If we consider that a democratic system implies a relationship of trust between the government and the people, this aligns with the spirit of Islam. According to a hadith narrated by Muslim Sharif, the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) has defined the ruler...
Elopements and Our Legal Framework
According to a report published in Nawai Waqt on September 16, 2004, prominent legal expert MD Tahir has filed a writ petition with the Lahore High Court. The petition seeks a ban on love marriages and advocates for legislation discouraging elopement against parental consent. The aim is to protect parents from...
A Glimpse of Human Rights in Islam
Verse 36 of Surah al-Nisa outlines both the rights of Allah and the rights of His servants. Given the contemporary emphasis on human rights and the perceived limitations of Islams approach in certain circles, this verse offers a valuable perspective. The verse initially directs believers to worship Allah alone, prohibiting all forms...
The Two Viable Paths for the Qadiani Community
Today, I would like to discuss a critical aspect of the Qadiani issue related to the preservation of the finality of prophethood, that when we and the Qadianis unequivocally acknowledge that their religion is distinct from ours and that we do not share the same faith, why do the Qadianis insist on using the name, terms, symbols, and titles associated with the Muslim religion? Despite...
The Environment of the Judicial System and Our Social Attitudes
According to a news article published in the Daily Express Gujranwala on August 18, 2016, Supreme Court Justice Asif Saeed Khosa made the following remarks: “Punjab is the only region in the world where lies are told even on one’s deathbed. While hearing an application for the cancellation of bail for a robbery suspect, the honorable judge remarked that it was not his own observation,...
The Pseudo-Believers of the State of Madina
According to a Riwayat (report) in Bukhari Sharif, Hazrat Saad bin Ubada (RA) said that before the arrival of the Prophet (PBUH) in Medina, the tribes of this region had decided to establish a government. Abdullah bin Ubai was chosen as its head, but before his coronation, the Messenger of Allah arrived (may Allah honor him and grant him peace) causing the establishment of this government...
A New Round of the Qadiani Issue
Hon'ble Chief Justice has reserved judgment on the case about Qadianis in the Supreme Court. A respected judge of the Lahore High Court has reviewed the case and deleted his remarks due to public protest after writing the Qadianis as a sect of Muslims in a decision of a case. And now the country's well-known journalist and intellectual Mr. Mujibur Rahman Shami has raised the question...
Should Israel be Recognized?
The reasons for opposing recognition of Israel and diplomatic relations with it are varied: ❶ For example, the main reason is that the settlement of Jews in Palestine did not take place with the consent of the population that has been there for centuries, that is, the Palestinians. Rather, the British occupied this region in 1917 and settled the Jews in Palestine on the basis of military...
Regarding Muslim World League`s Conference Invitation
I hope this letter finds you well. I extend my warm regards to you. I am writing to express my gratitude for the invitation to the conference organized by the World Islamic League, which is scheduled to take place in Islamabad on April 14, 2024. The conference aims to focus on interfaith harmony...
The Role of Iran in the Middle East War
The Secretary General of Pakistan Shariah Council, Maulana Zahid ur Rashidi gave a statement on the situation created by the attack of Iran on Israel that it is a part of the war, which needs to be understood in the light of facts. He said that there are three major parties or stakeholders in the Middle...
Quaid-e-Azam`s Vision of Pakistan
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the great political leader of the Muslims of South Asia, whose efforts created an Islamic state in the name of Pakistan at a time when the world was at the peak of ending the relationship between religion and the state. Even the Ottoman Empire, which represented the Islamic Caliphate, had lost its existence. And Turkey, the center of the Ottoman Caliphate,...
Election 2002: Our Expectations from Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal
Question: What are your impressions about the success of Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal in the recent general elections of Pakistan? Answer: I think Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal was well received by the public for two reasons. One is because of their unity that the history of half a century of Pakistan is a witness that whenever religious circles and...
Pakistan’s National Stability and Integrity: Five Circles
Following are the excerpts from the speech of Maulana Zahid ur Rashidi at Istahkam-e-Pakistan Seminar held by Markazi Ulema Council of Pakistan on Jan 19, 2024. The topic of discussion was the integrity and stability of Pakistan from the lens of five relevant circles with a sense of obligations and imperatives under prevailing...
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