Gems of the Quran - Juz 5 - By Shaykh Kamaluddin Ahmed

Introduction

The speaker introduces the topic of the lecture and explains that they will be covering a specific section of the Quran. They also mention that this lecture is part of a 30-day course.

• The lecture will focus on a specific section of the Quran known as "Juz Amma."

• The verses in this section were selected by Imam al-Ghazali to help Muslims practice their faith.

• There are no new verses selected for this particular lecture, but additional verses may be covered in future lectures.

Overview of Juz Amma

The speaker provides an overview of Juz Amma and explains how it is organized.

• Juz Amma refers to the 30th and final section of the Quran.

• It contains chapters or surahs that are shorter in length compared to other sections.

• The first word of each chapter is used to name it, which is why these chapters are often referred to as "juz" or "jews."

• In this lecture, they will be covering all the verses mentioned by Imam al-Ghazali in his book Jawahirul Quran.

Purpose of Juz Amma

The speaker explains why Juz Amma was selected by Imam al-Ghazali and its purpose for Muslims.

• Imam al-Ghazali selected certain verses from Juz Amma as pearls or jewels to help Muslims practice their faith.

• These verses were chosen because they contain important lessons and guidance for Muslims.

• The purpose of studying Juz Amma is to deepen one's understanding and practice of Islam.

Feedback

The speaker provides contact information for feedback and questions about the lecture series.

• If anyone has feedback, comments, or questions about the lecture series, they can email the provided address.

Imam al-Ghazali's Selection of Verses

The speaker explains how Imam al-Ghazali selected verses for his book and why there are no new verses selected for this particular lecture.

• Imam al-Ghazali selected verses based on their importance and relevance to practicing Islam.

• He organized his book by surah rather than juz, which is the more common approach.

• There are no new verses selected for this lecture because the descriptions of Allah and wording of the verses in Juz Amma are similar or identical to other verses that Imam al-Ghazali had already selected.

Verse Analysis: Surah An-Nisa 4:19

The speaker resumes analysis of a verse from the previous lecture that was not completed due to technical difficulties.

• Surah An-Nisa 4:19 prohibits viewing women as property and withholding inheritance from widows.

• It also allows widows to remarry and prohibits taking back anything given to them as part of their dowry.

• Adultery is also mentioned as an ultimate sin.

Understanding the Structure of Quranic Verses

This section discusses why some verses in the Quran are broken up into parts and how these parts relate to each other.

Breaking Up Verses

• Some verses are broken up into parts due to language, rhyme, sound endings, or inner meaning.

• Sometimes there may be more than one verse within a single ayah due to a special relationship between topics.

• Allah's wisdom is infinite and only a fraction can be understood by humans.

Treating Women Well

• The first teaching about women in the Quran is that they cannot be inherited and should not be treated as property.

• Husbands should treat their wives well and live with them in a fair, just, honorable, and kind manner.

• If there is something you dislike about your spouse, remember that Allah has placed many good attributes within them.

Gender Language

• The gender language in the Quran is primarily addressed to men because at the time of revelation women were more mistreated by men. However, both spouses should treat each other well.

Appreciating Your Spouse's Attributes

This section emphasizes the importance of appreciating your spouse's positive attributes.

Appreciating Your Spouse

• Allah has placed many good attributes within your spouse that you may not appreciate if you focus on what you dislike about them.

• Every husband and wife has been blessed with many positive qualities.

Importance of Appreciating Spouses

The speaker emphasizes the importance of appreciating one's spouse and provides advice on how to do so.

Appreciate Your Spouse

• Focus on your spouse, even if others say negative things about them.

• Recite a specific verse 1000 times a day to help appreciate your spouse.

• Make vicar of this verse to see positive changes in your relationship.

• Understand that Sharia law prohibits certain marriages, but beyond those restrictions, all other women are permissible to marry.

Seeking Chastity in Marriage

• Marry for reasons beyond lust alone.

• Seek chastity within nikka (marriage).

• Marriage is also a financial responsibility and emotional commitment.

Temporary Marriage and Bride Payment

In this section, the speaker discusses temporary marriage and bride payment in Islam.

Temporary Marriage

• Temporary marriage is a type of marriage that is done for a specific reason.

• In Islam, when a man and woman get married, they specify an amount of money called "mayor" which the husband must pay to the wife upon consummation of the marriage.

• Consummation of the marriage completes the bond between husband and wife, and completes the duty upon the husband to give the bride payment (mayor).

Contemporary Application

• If mutually agreed upon by both parties, they can agree on a lesser amount of mayor than initially obligated.

• This contemporary application is relevant in cases where elite Muslim families announce grand mayors at weddings but never plan to give them.

Gender Equality

• There is no gender bias or oppression in Islam regarding mayor payments as it is a financial consideration given to women.

• Those who advocate for gender equality should also write about husbands not receiving mayor payments if they truly believe in gender parity.

Continuity and Wisdom in Islamic Law

In this section, the speaker talks about continuity and wisdom in revealed Islamic law.

Islamic Law

• Allah's teachings are continuous throughout time and reveal wisdom through Islamic law.

• The verses continue to talk about different aspects of Islamic law.

Continuity and Wisdom in Revealed Law

In this section, the speaker discusses the continuity of revealed law throughout history and how it contains wisdom. Allah intends to relieve believers from succumbing to their desires that can lead them astray.

The Importance of Continuity and Wisdom in Revealed Law

• Throughout history, Allah has sent scriptures, revelation, and prophets with laws containing hikmah (wisdom).

• Allah intends to relent towards believers with his mercy and connect them to the past tradition of continuity and wisdom in revealed law.

• Weakness causes individuals to succumb to their desires which can make them go astray. Therefore, Allah's gentle mercy connects believers to the path of wisdom from his infinite knowledge.

Financial Ethics in Islam

This section focuses on financial ethics in Islam. Muslims are prohibited from consuming one another's wealth falsely or engaging in financial harm that harms society.

Prohibition Against Consuming Wealth Falsely

• Muslims are prohibited from violating one another financially by consuming one another's wealth falsely.

• Engaging in financial harm harms the fabric of society, leading to harm for all individuals involved.

• Laws of commerce and trade are based on informed mutual consent between parties to prevent future disputes, litigation, oppression, and wrongdoing.

Refraining From Enormous Sins

This section discusses refraining from enormous sins that have been prohibited upon us by Allah.

Refraining From Enormous Sins

• If we can refrain from the caballo, the worst of sins that have been prohibited upon us, we can avoid many evils.

• Allah has stripped us from many evils and urges us to refrain from the enormous sins that have been forbidden.

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Islam and Women: Financial Responsibility

In this section, the speaker addresses the financial responsibility of men towards women in Islam. The speaker explains that women have a right over the money of men, whereas men do not have a right over the money of women.

Financial Responsibility

• Men are financially responsible for women.

• Women have a right over the money of men.

• Men should provide financial support to women.

Importance of Arbitration in Marriage

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of arbitration in marriage according to Islamic teachings. The speaker explains that reconciliation is possible between husband and wife if they appoint an arbiter.

Appointment of Arbiter

• Verse 35 mentions the importance of arbitration between husband and wife who are at odds with each other.

• Each party should have a representative from their family.

• If both parties want to reconcile, Allah will bring about reconciliation between them.

Practical Application of Islamic Law

In this section, the speaker emphasizes that Islamic law needs practical application through courts and judges. The speaker explains that until there is practical application through courts and judges, one cannot benefit from the wisdom and mercies placed in Islamic law by Allah.

Practical Application

• Law needs practical application through courts and judges.

• Without practical application, one cannot benefit from Islamic law's wisdom and mercies placed by Allah.

Spending Generously for Allah's Sake

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of spending generously for Allah's sake. The speaker explains that Allah does not love the proud and stingy.

Spending Generously

• Spend generously for Allah's sake.

• Allah does not love the proud and stingy.

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Virtues of Good Behavior and Charity

This section discusses the importance of good behavior, charity, and being kind to various categories of people.

Key Points:

• It is important to have good behavior and give charity to various categories of people such as parents, family, orphans, the poor, travelers, and neighbors.

• Adopting Iman (faith in Allah and the last day) would not harm anyone. Allah will multiply any good deeds done by a person who has faith in Him.

• Allah is all-knowing and just. He will reward every good deed done by a person from His presence on the Day of Judgment.

Witnesses on the Day of Judgment

This section discusses how witnesses from every community will be brought forth on the Day of Judgment.

Key Points:

• On the Day of Judgment, a witness from every community will be brought forth. The prophet who was sent to that community will be their witness.

• Those who disbelieved or disobeyed their prophet will wish they could disappear when they are called to account for their actions.

• It is important for Muslims to follow Prophet Muhammad's Sunnah (teachings), so he can testify that they are members of his Ummah (community).

Prohibition Against Intoxication

This section discusses Allah's prohibition against intoxicants.

Key Points:

• Allah prohibited praying while intoxicated in one verse and declared intoxicants an abomination in another verse.

• Allah absolutely prohibited all forms of intoxicants in the final verse and declared them to be a summoner of Shaitaan (Satan) and evil.

Understanding the Meaning of Salah

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of being aware and understanding what is being said during Salah.

Importance of Being Aware During Salah

• The literal meaning of a verse in the Quran states that one should not pray while intoxicated or unaware.

• It is important to know the meaning of what is being recited during Salah, but even if one does not know Arabic, they should be aware that they are reciting Kalam Allah and Fattah.

• One's mind should be cleansed before praying to ensure awareness.

Trusting in Allah's Protection

In this section, the speaker discusses how believers can trust in Allah's protection against their enemies.

Consolation for Believers

• Allah knows best concerning one's enemies and their plans.

• Allah is sufficient as a protector and helper for believers.

Associating Partners with Allah

In this section, the speaker discusses how associating partners with Allah is a tremendous sin.

The Sin of Associating Partners with Allah

• Allah will never forgive those who associate partners with Him.

• Those who do so have fabricated a terrible lie against Allah.

False Delusions of Purity

In this section, the speaker discusses how some people may view themselves as purified when they are not.

False Delusions of Purity

• Some people may view themselves as purified when they are not.

• It is Allah who will purify them as He wills.