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Welcome to our
first edition:
In our first edition we
cover national shurah
which was organised
recently in Sydney.
Da’wah Idea will share
inspirational project that
is aimed at delivering
message of Islam on the
streets of Sydney -
Da’wah van.
Sheikh Abu Adnan shares
important points
regarding shura in Islam.
Also, check out upcoming
events 2009 Conference
and new Islamic Legacy
project “The Crusades”
If you have any suggestion
or recommendation
please contact us via
email:
info@aswj.com.au
Contents
ASWJ National
Shura
1
Photo gallery 2
Shura in Islam 3
Da’wah Idea: Islam
Conveyed Van
6
ASWJ Representatives
from all around
Australia came to
Sydney for the
National Shurah
meeting. There were
over 80 representatives
from various Mosques
and centres who came
for the two day
meeting for the
purpose of discussing
management
restructuring and
future direction of the
organisation.
Delegates comprised
of our dear mashaaikh,
du’aat, centre and
project managers,
professionals in
various fields and
other volunteers.
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Prior to the meeting,
individuals had to
submit written
proposals. Sheikh Abu
Ayman (Amir of
ASWJ) gave everyone
a chance to voice their
suggestions, advice
and concerns.
Mashaaikh started off
by sharing their
knowledge and
experience.
Sheikh Zuhair
reminded brothers that
the main thing about
ASWJ is the
knowledge which
carried the Da’wah in
Australia for over 20
years, and that we will
reach our goals if we
stick to this pure
knowledge.
After that Sheikh
Khalid (Amir of
NSW) talked about the
value of having a
Sheikh as well as the
great loss for some
centers that don’t have
a Sheikh. Sheikh
AbdulSalam gave a
historical perspective
of ASWJ and the trust
that developed inside
our community
resulting in many
successful projects,
such as the purchase of
Al-Azhar mosque
(Belmore) and
establishment of the
Islamic College in
Sydney. As a Da’wah
association, Sheikh
reiterated, “we are not
based on nationality or
anything else but
Da’wah”. (cont.)
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ASWJ National Shurah 2009
Mashaikh are important in setting the right
direction of ASWJ and the shurah
Opinions and suggestions are
exchanged
Suggestions are studied and
evaluated
2
Shurah in Pictures
More pictures available on our
website ASWJ.com.au
(Cont.)
Sheikh Hatim -the first
student sent to the
University of Madinah
on behalf of ASWJ-
reminded participants
that “today we live in
the blessings of the
past 25 years”. He
pointed out that “we
need Men who can
carry the Da’wah. Men
cannot be Men without
a way of life. What is
wealth without Men
who have the right
thinking?”
Furthermore, Sheikh
reminded brothers
about the Barakah of
working in Jema’ah,
complementing and
strengthening each
other.
Finally, after listening
to all participants,
Sheikh Abu Ayman
moved shurah into
solution mode. A new
structure was
established and
specific roles and
projects were
delegated.
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The SHURA I N T H E L I G H T O F Q U R A N , S U N N A H & T H E A C T I O N O F S A H A B A
By Sheikh Abu Adnan
Praise be to Allah and peace and
blessings be on His last prophet
and Messenger Mohammed. The
best of speech is the speech of
Allah and the best of guidance is
the guidance of Mohammed peace
and blessings are on Him.
One important principal of our
religion is to believe that
Mohammed is infallible and He is
the best teacher to mankind, yet
He was ordered by The All-
Mighty, The Most Wise Allah to
conduct Shura (mutual
consultation) as part of His
Sunnah and teaching:
Allah says: ( AL-IMRAN 3:159)
فإذا فاعف عنهم واستغفز لهم وشاورهم في الأمز
.إن الله يحب المتىكلني عشمت فتىكل عل الله
So pass over (their faults), and
ask (Allah's) Forgiveness for
them; and consult them in the
affairs. Then when you have
taken a decision, put your trust
in Allah, certainly, Allah loves
those who put their trust (in
Him).
The Muslim Jurists have said that
when mutual consultation (Shura)
was made necessary for the
Prophet himself to follow, it
becomes incumbent upon his
followers to resort to Shura in all
our activities whether individual,
social or political matters. Thus
shura should be an important part
of Muslim/s lives as Allah
commanded His infallible prophet
to consult the companions in the
affairs, hence, mutual consultation
(Shura) is part and partial of
reliance on Allah (Tawakkul)
It is on this basis Sheikh-ul-Islam
Ibn Taimiyyah said that "The
leader has no other option but to
resort to Shura since Allah had
commanded his Prophet to do so.
All others, therefore, have a
special need for mutual
consultation."
For the aforementioned and the
following points, conducting
Shura (mutual consultation)
becomes incumbent on every
Muslim hence, it is one of the
characteristics of a good wise
believer.
Allah says (Al-Shurah 38)
والذيه استجابىا لزبهم وأقامىا الصلاة وأمزهم شىري
بينهم ومما رسقناهم ينفقىن
And those who answer the Call
of their Lord (i.e. to believe that
He is the only One Lord (Allah),
and to worship none but Him
Alone), and perform As-Salat
(Iqamat-as-Salat), and who
(conduct) their affairs by
mutual consultation (shura),
and who spend of what We have
bestowed on them.
Imam Ibn Kathir commented on
this verse: “they would not reach
a decision unless they have
conducted shura amongst
themselves so they aid each other
with their opinions”
Likewise, Caliph Umar has also
said that Caliphate can never
function without mutual
consultation.
Further more, if we reflect on the
verses of the Holy Quran we will
realise the importance of mutual
consultation (Shura), for instance
Allah commanded the divorced
couples to consult amongst each
other in regard to the affairs of
their child to avoid confrontations
and problems:
Allah says: (Al-Talaq 6)
أسكىوهو هو حيث سكىتن هو وجدكن ولا
وإو كو أولات تضاروهو لتضيقوا عميهو
حهل فؤىفقوا عميهو حتي يضعو حهمهو
وأتهروا فإو أرضعو لكن فآتوهو أجورهو
وإو تعاسرتن فسترضع له بيىكن بهعروف
.أخرى
Lodge them (the divorced
women) where you dwell,
according to your means, and
do not harm them so as to
straighten them (that they be
obliged to leave you house).
And if they are pregnant, then
spend on them till they lay
down their burden. Then if they
give suck to the children for
you, give them their due
payment, and let each of you
accept the advice of the other in
a just way. But if you make
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difficulties for one another,
then some other woman may
give suck for him (the father of
the child).
Therefore the concept of Shura is
not to be taken lightly when Islam
ordered us to consult and resort
to it in every small or big matter
in our affairs.
Aisha said, ”I have not seen a
person who would consult in
matters more than the Prophet.”
Therefore, mutual consultation is,
one of the great qualities that the
Faithful has to cultivate in him. On
this basis, consultation among
Muslims is an important pillar of the
beautiful and elaborate building of
the Islamic way of life.
Also this was the practice of
the Khulafa ar Rashidoon.
Abu Bakr - It is reported by
Mamoon bin Mahran that
whenever Abu Bakr faced an
issue, he would look in the Quran
for the solution. If he did not find
the solution there, he would
search for action of the
Messenger, peace be upon him, in
that matter. If he did not find
anything there, he would consult
the prominent and pious Sahaba.
Then he would follow the
collective opinion. (Kanzul
Ummal).
Uthman- said the following in his
first address. “ Listen! I am a
follower and not a discoverer of
new ways. Know you all ! I pledge
three things after following Quran
and Sunnah. I will follow all
decisions you have adopted by
mutual agreement before me and
I will find new ways only after
consulting everyone in the
matters not decided.” ( Al Tabari)
Ahadith related to Shura :
Ali asked, ”O Prophet! If we have a
matter in which we do not find a
command or prohibition then
what is your advice?” He said,
”Consult the righteous wise
people and do not depend upon
individual opinion.” Tabrani.
In response to a similar question
by Abdullah Ibn Abbas he said,
”Refer it to the Shura of righteous
Muslims and to not decide on
individual opinion.” Majmaul
Zawaid.
Reported Abu Huraira that the
Prophet said, ”When your rulers
are your best people, your rich are
generous and your matters are
decided by Shura then the back of
earth is better for you than its
stomach. When your rulers are
the worst people, rich are miserly
and your matters are decided by
your women then earth’s stomach
is better for you than its surface.”
Hadith-Tirmidhi
Sahal Ibn Saad As Saidi reported
that the Prophet(S) said, “One
who consults is never deprived
and the one who depends upon
his opinion is never
happy.” (Qurtubi)
Ahadith related to Shura
Abu Huraira reported that the
Prophet(S) said, ”One who is
consulted must be trustworthy.”
Abu Dawud.
Abu Huraira reported that the
Prophet(S) said,” Whoever is
consulted and he gives opinion
contrary to the truth then he did
khayanah (breach of trust).
Whoever gives fatwah without
proper evidence then its sin is
upon such person.” Al Adab Al
Mufrad and Abu Dawud.
I m a m s o f H a d i t h :
Imam Bukhari established a
chapter on Shura in his Sahih
which states,” Chapter on Wa
Amruhum Shura Bainahum…”-
who (conduct) their affairs by
mutual consultation.
Imam Abu Dawud and Imam
Tirmidhi have chapters on this
subject.
Jalalud Din Sayuti wrote a chapter
in his book “ Al Khasais ul Kubra”
that necessity of consultation was
a characteristic of the Prophet(S).
O t h e r I m a m s o p i n i o n s
Ibn Jarir Tabari, “Prophet(S) was
commanded to consult so that
other Muslims follow him and
make him their model.”
Ibn Jauzi: “Purpose of this
command is to make it a model for
the Ummah to follow.”
In conclusion: Islamic way of life
requires that the principle of
consultation should be applicable
to every small or big collective
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affair. In the affairs of the
household, husband and wife
should consult each other before
doing anything, and when the
children attain the age of puberty
their opinion should also be taken
into account
Some principles of Shura :
Consultation should be
obtained in all matters
whenever possible.
Give frank opinion
without hesitation when
consulted.
Opinion must be honest
and not biased.
Opinion is an
‘Amanah’ (trust) of the
meeting.
Sacrifice of personal
opinion when collective
decision is made is
necessary.
Once the decision is
made, then it is not the
decision of few
individuals, rather it
belongs to the Jamaah.
If one has changed his
opinion latter, then it
must be presented to the
same forum where
discussion was carried
out. Talking to people
other than the forum will
constitute violation of
Amanah (trust).
Evidence from Quran/
Sunnah shall prevail.
Required Qualities of Ahlul-
Shura :
1- Iman.
2- Ilm of Quran and Sunnah.
3- Practice of Deen.
4- Adl (justice) and honesty.
5- Maturity and sound mind.
6- Aware of the society, culture
and its issues.
7- Have the trust of the people.
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Islam Conveyed is an outreach
project in co-operation with the
Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jumah
Association ( ASWJ) of Australia
conveying Islam to Australia and the
World. It was initiated to share the
truth about Islam’s Divine origin
and that Muhammad (peace be
upon him) is the final Prophet in a
long chain of Prophets (such as
Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus) sent
to call the people to the worship
and obedience of God alone (Allah)
Aims:
Educate people about Islam’s
teachings, its main principles, as well
as weed out many misconceptions
due to inaccurate and/or biased
reporting in the Media or anti-
Islamic movements.
Encourage individual
responsibility for seeking and acting
upon the truth.
Increase awareness of the
oppression against Muslims
throughout the world and the
undoubted conspiracies that seek
to exterminate Muslims and the
religion of Islam from the face of
the Earth.
Educate people of the
importance of differentiating
between Islam & Muslims and that
wrong doings committed by
Muslims is not in any way a
reflection of Islam. Verily Islam is a
religion that calls for good in all
forms and forbids evil in all forms
and in the best of ways
Educate people of the
completeness of Islam, that it is a
religion free of deficiency, that is
suitable in its original form for all
times, places and races.
Services:
IslamConveyed.com owns and
operates a fully equipped and
functional van, packed with
Dawah equipment and
materials along with attractive
signage. This van travels around
Sydney & other states in
Australia & stops at busy
locations to distribute
pamphlets, CD’s, DVD’s, and
other relevant material. Your
financial support is greatly
appreciated to help keep
this van on the road.
Radio Advertisements/lectures
Speakers who make visits to
churches, schools, special
events in order to speak about
Islam.
Street and house to house
Islamic brochure distributions
Dawah Training Seminars
Speakers for non Muslim
audience (churches, community
centers etc)
New Muslim services:
Welcome package of books,
audio, video
New Muslim Information Guide
booklet
Buddy-Mentoring system
In-House classes
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Upcoming Events
The Crusades
T h r o u g h M u s l i m E y e s
In the 11th century, almost a
thousand years ago, hordes of
Christians warriors bearing a red
cross stormed into Syria. They
journeyed from all parts of Europe,
pillaging and slaughtering innocent
Muslims along their way. They
captured Jerusalem in 1099 leaving
no mosque to pray in, nor any
Muslim alive. After a hundred
years, with the help of Allah, the
Muslims struck back...
These were The Crusades.
Islamic legacy will take you back a
thousand years to where it all
began. We relive an epic
confrontation for the Holy city of
Jerusalem in the scorching deserts
of the Middle East between the
people of the cross and the
Muslims.
'The Crusades through Muslim
eyes', will be a two night
presentation that will draw upon
the most notable Muslim historians
of the era including Ibn Athir,
Usaman ibn Mundiqh, Ibn Qalanisi,
Baha-ud-deen, and many
others. Events will be analysed
mainly from the Muslims point of
view, avoiding the blatant
revisionism the western historians
have introduced.
This two day presentation will
cover in detail the era of the
Crusades.
Topics include:
Background to the Crusades
How Jerusalem was lost by the
Muslims after centuries of rule
How great heroes and leaders
were raised who fought back
for the honour of Islam
How key battles were fought
including 'Hattin', Salahudeens
finest and most glorious victory
with 3D animation
Strategies and weaponry of the
Muslims and Christians. What
made the Muslim and Christian
knights different.
The impact of the Crusades on
the Christians and the Muslims
Lessons we can learn and apply
today
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