When I was asked about Sheikh Rabee, I knew only few statements of his and read only few lines. However, I have seen the effect of his criticism of scholars and Daees on the Ummah, which probably he did in good faith and valid intention. I also saw the arrogant behavior of those who claim to be Salafis, especially from non Arabs who make their living through criticizing Daees and scholars, though themselves dont possess the basics of knowledge or Aqeedah. They dont defend Islam but rather defend individuals and base their allegiance not on Islam but on who loves Sheikh Rabee and who doesn’t. Falih Alharbi was one of the most prominent successors of Sheikh Rabee. They praised him as the undisputed Allamah. When he differed with the Sheikh, they skinned him alive and made him a hypocrite and a deviant. Look at what they said about Sheikh Bin Jibreen, Bakr Abu Zaid, Ali Alhalabi, Abu Ishaq Alhuwaini and many oher Salafi scholars. When I saw the negative impact of his followers on the Dawah and the continuous bombardment on everyone who doesnt follow their ways, I directed the person who asked my about him to follow Sheikh Bin Bazz and Ibn Othaimeen. No one disagrees that they are far more knowledgeable. They were scholars that you could learn from their knowledge and also moral conduct and ethics. They had never said an obscene word even on deviant sects. Their knowledge and way of teaching and dealing with those who differ with us in opinion were far superior to Sheikh Rabee. Therefore, I directed this person who needed to learn his religion to follow these great scholars. Sheikh Rabee is a scholar in his own way and he is knowledgeable. But the way he is being publicized by his followers repel a lot of Muslims. Look at the impact left by the two great scholars on the Ummah and look at the impact others left. As for Sayed Qutub, he had shortcomings and errors that must be addressed. But he had some good as well and his writings carried a lot of benefit. Dr. Zakir Naik also has shortcomings like everyone else. His Dawah has reached all corners of earth and Allah has guided a lot by his efforts. What benefit have these backbiters added to the Ummah? They are like flies that see only rotten things and feed on it. The real deviant sect of Islam and the clear enemies of Islam are in safety from their attacks but not their Muslim brothers who advocate Salafi Aqeedah. I hope this clarifies my point of view.
Posted on: Wed, 02 Oct 2013 18:15:04 +0000
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