The reflections from the SURAH HUJRAT that is worth for building society

The word Al-hujurat is the plural and definite form of hujrah which means the private/inner apartment. The verse 4 of this chapter is the only use of this word in the Quran, and due to this uniqueness, the chapter is named after it. Surah Al-Hujurat is the Madani Surah, contains eighteen verses in two sections.

Allah Almighty mentioned some vital important ethics and rules of society in this chapter. Surah Al-Hujurat contains etiquette and norms to be observed in the Muslim community, including the proper conduct towards the Islamic prophet Muhammad ﷺ , an injunction against acting on news without verification, a call for peace and reconciliation, as well injunctions against defamation, suspicion, and backbiting. It also declares a universal brotherhood among Muslims. The thirteenth verse, one of the most famous in the Quran, is understood by Muslim scholars to establish equality with regards to race and origin only Allah can determine ones nobility based on his piety.

Following are the reflections from the chapter that is worth thinking about deeply:

Takeaway lesson for the current: Recite and apply the word of Revelation in everyday life, because nitpicking certain things in our favor isn’t the wisest thing to do. Moreover, pay attention to your voice when in the presence of a gathering where Allah and the Prophet (peace be upon him) are mentioned.

We see someone acting immorally out in the open, and someone who is known for their disobedient ways. This person might be the one who starts the fire for most of the gossip crackers out there. When such a person comes to you with a news about person ‘A’ doing something blatantly wrong, do NOT believe it blindly. Rather, whenever you’re given a news about someone, before being the cracker, be a thinker and investigate.

If not, you may regret later for all the burden you had caused to the person ‘A’ and their family.

The society called the Prophet (peace be upon him) a lot of things such as a madman, sorcerer, and even asked him to change the Word of Allah. Allah Reveals in this chapter that if the Prophet were to follow the whims of the society, then indeed the entire community would be in difficulty. Verily, Allah strengthens and Guides whom He Wills and Protects their heart from wavering. The Word and Guidance of Allah is above all, the ever-changing opinions of people only come way after.

When two brothers in Islam fight, it is the duty of one another to find a peaceful settlement. Islam abhors opressing the innocent, Muslim or not. Hence, in this world, only oppression needs to be fought against, otherwise, waving the white flag, loads of hugging and praying for one another are the only resolutions. When we see someone oppressed, it is our duty to be just and stand against it.

Just because someone doesn’t seem privileged as us doesn’t give us any right to ridicule them. Islam is against racism, sexism, body shaming and so many other insults that are considered ‘normal’ by the bullies in this society. Perhaps, all those whom you shame may be better than you. The verse no.11 stresses us to not call each other offensive nicknames because let’s face it, feelings matter. And if anyone has been found guilty of doing this, they must repent for it immediately. The best of us are the most pious ones, and nothing else matters.

So you think you know that your opinion about another is correct, and that friend of yours who told something so grave about another in the party is right? Well, perhaps not. Mostly, no. In this verse, Allah asks us to avoid negative assumptions, for some may be a sin. When you find a fault, conceal it, and advise in private. Sniper, no sniping and snitching!

7.Believe with all your hearts.

Merely calling ourselves believers isn’t enough. The Bedouins had said so back then too, but they never believed from their heart. Allah states that those who believe from the heart without any doubt and strive for the sake of Allah, by giving charity, taming desires, fighting against oppression even if the property is at stake are the true believers.

Islam is the religion sent down by Allah, and He is all Knowing of everything on this Earth and the heavens. Accepting the way of Islam is a sign of Guidance and a Favor conferred upon us for which we should be grateful, rather than assuming that Islam has been made proud due to our submission to it. Allah Knows the Unseen, and He is indeed Watching you. He is Near, and all you need to do is call upon Him to find comfort in this cold and hard world.

At last , We pray to Allah to follow these teaching so that a peaceful and prosperous society will be developed.

Ameen