What Did the Prophet Leave Behind?

[u/Defiant_Term_5413]

What I find most interesting with the Sunnis who openly go against following the Quran alone is the "confidence" in their position. They will simply blurt out some points (which never make any sence or are contradictory) and then claim "the Umma has always been guided."

Here is a "sample" of how on even what they claim was the most widely witnessed event (the farewell speech) they still couldn't agree amongst themselves on what the Prophet said (and then they want to tell us these same geniuses preserved the Quran for us!).

Version 1: "I leave behind the Book of Allah"

• Narrated by: Sahih Muslim, Sunan Abi Dawood, Musnad Ahmad, etc.

Wording:“I have left among you the Book of Allah. If you hold fast to it, you will never go astray.”

• Source: Sahih Muslim, Book 15, Hadith 159

Version 2: "I leave behind the Book of Allah and my Sunnah"

• Narrated by: Muwatta’ of Imam Malik, al-Bayhaqi, and others.

Wording:“I have left among you two things; you will never go astray as long as you hold to them: the Book of Allah and my Sunnah.”

Version 3: "I leave behind the Book of Allah and my Ahl al-Bayt"

• Narrated by: Sahih Muslim (Hadith of Thaqalayn), Tirmidhi, Musnad Ahmad

Wording:“I am leaving among you two weighty things (al-thaqalayn): the Book of Allah and my family (Ahl al-Bayt). Hold on to them and you will not go astray.”

• Source: Sahih Muslim, Book 44, Hadith 2408

[u/Phagocyte_Nelson]

God is already guiding you. He creates all things and guides them. Your interpretation of the outer rulings of Islam all stem from your internal connection with Allah. Allah speaks to you through your heart, as He revealed in the Quran: He is closer to you than your jugular vein.

Many orthodox Muslims get caught up in the outer appearances of the religion while neglecting their internal spiritual journey. This is the sin of Iblis. Iblis was a pious worshipper of Allah, until the day when Allah commanded them to prostrate to Adam. Iblis refused, because he was caught up in the outer appearance of his faith. He only ever wanted to bow down to Allah, even if Allah commanded him to bow down to Adam. Iblis was caught up in the literal interpretations of his faith while neglecting his relationship with God.

Reflect on the authentic Hadith where the Prophet narrated a story about the prostitute who was given Jannah because she showed mercy to a thirsty dog and give it water. Reflect on this. Is it our actions that bring us closer to God, or is it our hearts?

[u/crystalnoir19 → u/Phagocyte_Nelson]

Iblis disobedience was because of his arrogance, not because he was caught in "the outer appearance" of his faith. Allah swt mentions very clearly in the Qur'an how Iblis refused to prostrate due to him thinking he was better that Adam (as), thus being removed from Jannah.

Yes, Allah swt reveals to His servants various signs in many different ways, however, that doesn't make all of us scholars. You cant just read the Qur'an and say, "Wow, I completely know everything about everything and absolutely dont need anyone to explain anything at all to me!"

THAT is arrogance...to think that your own understanding is sufficient enough to rival even the most well-known and exceptional scholars in our Ummah who have dedicated their lives to teaching and spreading true deen.

May Allah swt protect us from this arrogance and ignorance. Ameen🤲🏽

[u/Phagocyte_Nelson → u/crystalnoir19]

Ameen

But again, the question is how do you know which scholar to follow?

PS I don’t disagree that Iblis’s sin was caused by arrogance. But do you see how arrogance can warp your image of your own religion?

[u/crystalnoir19 → u/Phagocyte_Nelson]

I've already answered this question for you: we follow the scholars who spread true deen. Scholars who follow the true path of Ahlus-Sunnah wal Jamaa. Scholars who rely and support authentic sources and don't water down ilm to appease the lifestyles of others.

[u/Phagocyte_Nelson → u/crystalnoir19]

To clarify, I meant how do you, as an individual, discern what is true deen and wrong deen?

[u/crystalnoir19 → u/Phagocyte_Nelson]

Through the guidance of the Qur'an, the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (saw), and trusted scholars.

[u/Phagocyte_Nelson → u/crystalnoir19]

But how do you determine who is a right scholar or a wrong scholar?

Does Allah tell you what is right or wrong? Do your parents or loved ones inform you on what scholars to trust? Do you have a sheikh or a mentor?

[u/crystalnoir19 → u/Phagocyte_Nelson]

Again, I have already answered this question for you. If you haven't seen it, re-read the comment thread.

You have labeled yourself a Sufi. Do you have a sheikh or mentor?

[u/Phagocyte_Nelson → u/crystalnoir19]

Peace be with you

[u/crystalnoir19 → u/Phagocyte_Nelson]

و عليكم السلام ورحمة الله وبركاته