Qur'aaniq Verses

1. "You are the best of all nations who have been raised for (the benefit and salvation of) mankind. You command what is right' forbid from evil and believe in Allaah."

2. We have made you such a group that is moderate in nature (free from excesses and shortcomings) so that you may be witnesses (on 'the Day of Qiyaamah) over people...''

The first and original addressees of both the above verses are the Sahabah RADI.

3. "Allaah is pleased with the first to lead 'the way from the Muhaajireen, the Ansaar, and those who followed then with sincerity and they are pleased with Him' He has prepared for them such Jannaat beneath which rivers flow, in which they shall live forever. This is the ultimate success."

This verse defines two groups of the sahabah RADI. the first to accept Islaam and those who accepted afterwards. Allaah has declared that He is pleased with both groups and they are pleased with Him (as their Rabb).Ibn Abdul Birr RAH. states in the introduction to his Isti'aab that when Allaah is pleased with someone, He will never be displeased with him ever again because Allaah knows all the past and future actions of the person He will therefore be pleased only with that person who will not do anything in future to displease Allaah. Allaah's declaration of being pleased with someone is therefore a guarantee that the person will die in a good state, while Allaah is pleased with him/her.

4. Allaah sent His tranquillity (tolerance). the heart. of His Rasool (SAW.) and to the hearts of the Mu'mineen and stuck the word of Taqwa (the Kalimah) onto them as they are most deserving of it and worthy of it. Allaah always has knowledge of everything.?

It is not necessary to clarify the fact that the Mu'mineen being referred to in this verse are the Sahabah RADI.

5. However, the Rasool (SAW.) and those who have Imaan strive with their wealth and their lives (to protect the Deen for Allaah's pleasure). For these people shall be all goodness (in both worlds) and they will be the successful ones. Allaah has prepared for them such Jannaat beneath which rivers flow, where they shall live forever. This is the ultimate success."

6."Those who have Imaan, who make Hijrah (for AIIaah's pleasure) and exert themselves in Allaah's path (to uplift the Deen) with their wealth and their lives are superior in rank according to Allaah. These are the successful ones (for they have reached their goal). Their Rabb gives them the good news of His mercy, pleasure and such Jannaat where they shall have everlasting bounties. They will live there forever (because Jannah is everlasting). Undoubtedly with Allaah is a great reward."

7."On that day (of Qiyatamah) Allaah shall not disgrace the Nabi (SAW.) and the Mu'mineen with him. Their light shall travel ahead of them (guiding them across the Bridge of' Siraat) and on their right (and left) -hand side."

Hadhrat Shah Abdul Azeez Muhaddith Dehlawi RAH. says that this verse proves that the Sahabah RADI.will not be punished in the Aakhirah. It also proves that they will not lose their light after the demise of Rasulullaah (SAW.) otherwise of what use will a lost light be on the Day of Qiyaamah

8. "Muhammad (SAW.) is Allaah's Rasool and those with him (the Sahabah RADI.) are stern against the Kuffaar and (yet) compassionate among themselves. You will see them sometimes bowing (in Ruku), sometimes prostrating (in Sajdah, always) seeking Allaah's bounty and His pleasure. Their hallmark (by which they are recognised) is on their faces because of the effect of prostration (referring to the illumination and humility apparent on their faces).

Most commentators of the Qur'aan such as Imaam Qurtubi RAH. and others say that "those with him" refers to all the Sahabah RADI. and that the dependability, the spiritual purity and praise for the Sahabah RADI. had thus been stated by the Rabb of the universe.

9. "None of you (Muslims) can equal (the rewords of) those (Sahabah?RADI.) who spent (for AIIaah's pleasure) and fought (in battle) before the conquest (of Makkah because their spending and fighting were against tremendous odds). These people are greater in status (higher in rank) than those who spent and fought after (the conquest of Makkah). However, Allaah has promised good (Jannah) for all and Allaah is Informed of what you do.

Allaah praises the Sahabah RADI. In this verse as well and promises .Jannah for them.

10."Those who had lmaan, who made Hijrah and who strove in Allaah's way (the Muhaajireen), as well as those who granted shelter (to them) and assisted (them, referring to the Ansaar), these are the true Mu'mineen. For them shall be forgiveness and bountiful sustenance (in Jannah).?

Allaah again praises the Muhaajireen and the Ansaar in this verse. testifies that they are true and steadfast Mu'mineen and promises them forgiveness and a bountiful sustenance.

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