Breaking off Relations

Musa Kâzım GÜLÇÜR Resentment and irritability eat away at feelings of brotherhood; it is extremely harmful to nurse grudges. If one is offended by something a fellow Muslim does, it is important to make peace immediately. In the words of the Qur’an, “The believers are but brothers, so make peace between your brothers and keep … Breaking off Relations yazısını okumaya devam et

Verifying What One Hears

Musa Kâzım GÜLÇÜR From time immemorial it has been the case that blind acceptance of information broadcast among the community has resulted in numerous misunderstandings, which often lead to unrest or other serious situations. For this reason, the Qur’an tells us what the proper conduct of a believer is in such matters: “O you who … Verifying What One Hears yazısını okumaya devam et

Trustworthiness

Musa Kâzım GÜLÇÜR Trust and confidence are two of the most famous characteristics of Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, from his childhood through his later years as a Prophet. Everyone, including unbelievers, called him “Muhammad the Trustworthy.” It can be said that those who are trusted by others are assured Paradise, for … Trustworthiness yazısını okumaya devam et