Of all the symbols of Islam, the most neglected in our time is Masjid Al-Aqsa, in Al Quds (Jerusalem). The Ummah for various reasons, from political compromise to appeasement, has ignored not only the virtues but also the plight of this Holy site. It is with the intention to rekindle the love, affection and devotion of Muslims to Masjid Al-Aqsa that we present these Ahadith. Since the Prophet (saw) showed such great concern and inculcated into the Companions (ra - may Allah be pleased with them all), the need to liberate Masjid Al-Aqsa and Jerusalem. I hope that we can adorn the teachings of our noble Prophet (saw) and take the urgent practical steps required to safeguard Masjid Al-Aqsa. Masjid Al-Aqsa is no ordinary Masjid; it forms the basis of our history and it is the cornerstone of mankinds foundation. The noble Prophet (saw) dedicated a great deal of his life in nurturing the Companions to appreciate the excellent qualities of Masjid Al-Aqsa and prepared them to embark on an expedition to liberate Jerusalem which at the time was in the hands of the mighty Roman empire. Some of the reasons why Masjid Al-Aqsa should form an important aspect of a believers dedication, where many pious individuals have given their wealth and lives, include the fact that Masjid Al-Aqsa is: •the first Qiblah of the Muslims •the station of Al-Isra and Al-Miraj (the miraculous journey of Mohammed saw) •the second house of Allah built on earth •the place where hundreds of Messengers of Allah are buried •the place where many companions are buried •a place where miracles were shown by Allahs will •a place which Allah Himself calls a blessed place •referred to directly and indirectly, 70 times in the Holy Quran •the place where Angels have descended with Allahs message •the only place on earth where all the Messengers of Allah prayed at the same time led by the Mohammed (saw) •the only Masjid mentioned by name in the Holy Quran a part from the Kabah It is for the above mentioned reasons and many more that we need to understand our responsibilities regarding safeguarding Masjid Al-Aqsa which is in great danger of being demolished by extremist jews.
Posted on: Tue, 21 Oct 2014 08:12:43 +0000
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