EIDILFITRI LAMBANG KESATUAN UMMAH
Department of Islamic Development, Malaysia"IDULADHA:THE TRUE
SACRIFICE ".10 ZULHIJJAH 1435H5 OKTOBER 2014M
Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings
be on us,On the morning of the blessed Hari Raya Iduladha, let us
together increase gratitude and devotion to Allah SWT with true
piety. Piety full of consciousness, full of sacrifices that
responsible for bringing us to obey the order of Allah SWT and
leave all His prohibitions, hopefully we are loved by Allah SWT,
get His protection in this world and in the hereafter. Mimbar today
will deliver a Khutbah entitled "IDULADHA: THE TRUE SACRIFICE
".
Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings
be on us, Hari Raya Haji Iduladha has meant a lot to all Muslims
whether being gathered at Arafat for Hajj in the holy land of Mecca
or the Muslims who are in other countries around the world. By this
glorious day we are often reminded of the history of Prophet
Ibrahim AS to sacrifice his son Prophet Ismail AS after receiving
revelation through a dream from Allah SWT to do so.Prophet Ibrahim
AS execute orders of Allah after the consensus between his wife
Hajar and her son Ismail AS that the dream is a revelation from
Allah SWT and by saying the word in the name of Allah, sharp sword
on the neck of his son. So the blood spread on the body of Prophet
Ibrahim AS. As an ordinary man, the Prophet Ibrahim AS was
convulsing and opened his eyes closing. But what a shock to see
that it was not his son slaughtered but a type of goat. By praising
the greatness of Allah SWT both of them to embrace while thanking
Allah SWT for giving them the strength to be able to carry out the
mandate of Allah SWT. Great sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim AS and his
family to Allah SWT can be seen in the words of Talbiah that
reads,
Meaning: "O Lord, we come solely by a pledge of loyalty and
obedience to your commandment. Our Lord is not affiliated Thee, we
rejoined the call. Verily all praise and blessings of power, all of
which are Thee, O our Lord no partner to Thee. "What is clear
Talbiah is a vow expressedby the pilgrims throughout the sanctuary
of Mecca solely to have faith in Allah SWT, a sign of longing the
One True God and be ready to make sacrifices by doing all His
commandments and leave all His forbiddance. Strength of pilgrimage
lies in the appreciation of this pronouncement Talbiah expressed
through the practice of Tawaf, Sai', wuquf, staying in Muzdalifah,
throwing in Jamrah, and other worship. Pilgrimage which began in
the time of Prophet Ibrahim AS was continued in the Prophet
Muhammad's time, as described by the word of Allah in Surah
al-Mumtahanah verse 4:
Meaning: Indeed you have an excellent example in Prophet Ibrahim
(ohbp) and those with him.
Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings
be on us,Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam after reciting the
shahadah, prayer, fasting, and obligatory alms giving. Performing
Hajj has become a symbol of perfect faith and appreciation of
performing Allahs commandments. They uttered words Talbiah as
declared and pledged as a true sacrifice. That is why they are
performing the hajj and maintain the mahmudah features or good
traits that bring benefits to the family, neighbors, community and
country have been regarded as a mabrur pilgrimage.Hari Raya Korban
or Iduladha celebration is referring to the true sacrifice by
giving everything either in the form of physical or spiritual to
Allah SWT. The fact of true sacrifice is to ignore all the things
that can distract from the remembrance of the Almighty. Love of the
world come in various forms such as love luxury, pleasure, peace,
health, position and rank. So with these things we become unaware
and can not sacrifice anything that we have in the way of Allah. We
think this is all we get is the result of our own efforts and not
related to the grant of Allah SWT. We preferred our work than
carrying out Allah's command, we neglect to sacrifice a little time
to bow down and obey His commandments, and they also have not been
able to sacrifice some income and property due to fear of wealth
and property would be reduced, thus we prefer to consider our own
interests than the public interest.Mimbar urges let urge us
together to sacrifice a little of self-interest as a step to
enhance and strengthen the brotherhood as the main agenda in
determining the future of Muslims themselves. Cooperation and
caring attitude will get rid of feeling of selfish. Next it will
make Muslims stronger and able to fend off any unhealthy elements
from influencing the society.Assured that the true sacrifice is
sacrifice which is actually based on the interests of Islam. This
is the sacrifice that must be made by each of us, in order to
defend and save Islam and Muslims. All of this will require the
sacrifice of one's life and property, rooted in the good faith and
devotion to Allah SWT. Muslims must remember every sacrifice
without sincerity and devotion to Allah SWT is futile. As Allah SWT
explains this in Surah al-Hajj verse 37:
Meaning:The flesh and blood of the sacrificial animals, or the
present made of them, do not reach Allah; but it is your
Godconsciousness that reaches Him(1038). Thus He has subjected
these animals to you, so that you may glorify Allah for giving you
His Guidance. And give good news (of the best of rewards) to those
who do good."Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs
blessings be on us, Today once again we see Muslims being attacked
from all directions and ways, from physical attacks until the
attack of thought, politics, economy, culture and so on. With the
development of technology today, especially internet technologies,
we were attacked by the news that insulted Islam and its followers
either through symbols, web pages, websites or blogs and social
sites like facebook and twitter, whatsapp and so on. Issues on
insulting Allah SWT, insulting the Prophet Muhammad SAW, insulting
Muslims worship, insulting Islam and wrote verses on clothing,
shoes, slippers, bags, house tiles, tattoos and others, insulting
the sensitivity Muslims, Malays and Institutions King had spread
widely in cyberspace. Mimbar would like to say that the abuse of
internet technology and telecommunications are contrary to the
claims of religion, law and ethics of community. Believe that,
using social networking sites to weaken the beliefs of Muslims is
actually the cunning strategies of the enemies of Islam to
discredit Islam. Thus, its the duty and responsibility of Muslims
to use whatever reasonable strategy including social medias to
counter any attacks, propaganda, deceit of the enemies of Islam and
movements which threaten the Muslims.As Muslims we should always be
careful and aware against all threats that could lead to the misled
faith and thought disorder and weakness of the Muslims. This is in
line with the aim of Islam is prescribed which is to protect the
sanctity of Islam and save Muslims from misguided and influenced by
the teachings or beliefs contrary to Islamic tenets. Indeed, the
true faith in the sight of Allah SWT is faith that is based on
confidence and a strong belief in the oneness and greatness of
Allah SWT. Allahs decree in Surah Ali Imran verse 85:
Meaning:And he who chooses a religion other than Islam, it will
not be accepted from him, and in the Hereafter he will be among the
losers"
Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings
be on us,This noble Mimbar wants to remind Muslims that we should
not let any party acted arbitrarily distorting our faith and
insulting Islam. Be aware of the threat that is happening now and
let us hand in hand and continue to defend the sanctity of Islam in
consistent with the spirit of love to Allah SWT by the event of
sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim AS, Prophet Ismail AS and Siti Hajar.
Repent! That, pilgrimage and worship of sacrifice reminds us to
never forget that we are in a community based on solidarity and
humanity and we must not disintegrate to fall to the enemies of
Islam. Remember, the enemies of Islam are always united in the
interest and success of their agenda. However, what about Muslims
when our religion and race are being attacked? Are we more united
or more disunited? Are we willing to sacrifice Islam because of our
personal interests ?Mimbar urges, let us take advantage of this
blessed day, to build unity among us to revive the culture of
visiting each other and asking and giving forgiveness among
ourselves. Forget all the past, be good to our brothers and sisters
especially in dealing with issues affecting the religion and the
future of Muslims, then we should unite together without regard for
differences in economic background, rich or poor, different
background or political affiliation. We Set aside all these
differences.Let us appreciate the claims contained in the practice
of Islamic pilgrimage and sacrifice which stems from our
closerelationship with Allah SWT and strong relationship between
us, for excellence in the world and well-being in the Hereafter.
This Mimbar reminded that the feast of sacrifice which is
celebrated without true sacrifice, will not give any meaning and
effect to us. May the spirit of holy sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim
AS, the brave Prophet Ismail AS, and his courageous mother Hajar,
able to inspire us all. Let us appreciate Allahs decree in Surah
al-Kauthar verses 1-3:
Meaning: Indeed, We have granted you (O Muhammad) abundance (in
this world and the Hereafter).Therefore, pray to your Lord and
sacrifice to Him only (as a sign of gratefulness). For he who hates
you, shall be deprived (from getting what he desires).
KHUTBAH KEDUA IDULADHA
Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings
be on us,On this blessed day we express gratitude for the blessings
bestowed by Allah SWT. Indeed, all around us there are people who
are less fortunate and need help from us. After this, the Muslims
will perform sacrifice to enhance the tenet of Islam. Animals to be
sacrificed must comply with certain conditions laid down by Islam.
This shows that Allah SWT does not accept worship that is done
half-heartedly, do not comply with the regulations and ignoring the
adequacy of worship to be performed. Therefore thoroughness and
seriousness in doing whatever work must be considered by all
Muslims.
Remember that every sacrifice we do shall be accompanied with a
sincere intention and practice. Should the sacrifice that we do is
tainted with the feeling of arrogant, takabbur and to show off, it
will end the Allah's mercy and that we do wasteful practices. Let
there be no complaints or compare prices among us who join this
sacrifice with the words: "In other places the price to sacrifice
is lower" Or in other words: "The price of a share of a cow or a
goat sacrificed is expensive this year." That was actually our
personal values, integrity or sincerity in performing sacrifice or
other worship either compulsory or voluntary worship. The meat
should be distributed to those entitled to receive them in the form
of raw meat. The meat distribution is different from the meat
distribution for Aqiqah that is in the form of cooking meat. Apart
from that there is not an exercise of worship to take advantage to
combine it with various intentions. That was the intention to cook
the meat of sacrifice or Aqiqah to make a success of marriage
ceremony or a ceremony for entering a new house and other occasions
that are not the original intention for the worship of sacrifice or
Aqiqah. Thus, the distribution of the sacrificial meat or Aqiqah
shall conform to the conditions to ensure the perfectness of the
implementation of the worship. Hopefully with this we could achieve
our goal to help ease the burden, improve quality of life and
foster better relationships between Muslims themselves.Mimbar
welcomed efforts undertaken by the parties such as mosques, NGOs
and other Muslims organisations in performing the worship of
sacrifice in Muslim minority countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam
and Philippines. Most important they sacrifice their property and
animals with full devotion and sincerity to Allah SWT. Mimbar
appreciates the contributions of pilgrims and all Muslims who
perform the worship of sacrifice either at the village, housing
area or abroad.
Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings
be on us,On this day, let us the Salawat upon the Prophet Muhammad
SAW as Islam presented to us through various forms of sacrifice and
struggle. The sign of our love for him to be captured in the form
of Salawat and greetings as Allahs decree in Surah al-Ahzab verse
56:
Interpreted to mean: Truly Allah and His angles shower blessings
on the Prophet (giving him honour and graces). O Believers! Bless
him and greet him with a worthy salutation.
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