Syahadatul Haq 2 (What is your excuse?)

Salam. i apologize that the last post ended so abruptly that i did not have the chance to explain further. I wish to elaborate further on the grounds of why we should carry out the Shahadatul Haq responsibility. Like i said it is an innate obligation of all Muslims. It does not apply only to those who are 'assumed pious' only like ustaz, ustazah, or imam. Sadly that is the perception that we Muslim hold today. We are too ashamed to be labelled as 'ustazah' or 'ustaz' if we start telling others about Islam. Well, i can't deny that i too, once had that perception. That is why it is important for us to rectify our intentions now. Who are we to please? Who gave us all the intelligence and strength to go about our daily activities? Who created the Universe, the Sun, the Moon and all the natural resources? Who listens to you when your world comes crashing down and has the power to change your life? The ultimate One, only Allah. Why is it that we humans have various intentions that does not direct us towards Allah? Why is it that we do something to please others when they don't even care about us like Allah does..?

Thus, have We made of you an Ummat justly balanced, that ye might be witnesses over the nations, and the Messenger a witness over yourselves; and We appointed the Qibla to which thou wast used, only to test those who followed the Messenger from those who would turn on their heels (From the Faith). Indeed it was (A change) momentous, except to those guided by Allah. And never would Allah Make your faith of no effect. For Allah is to all people Most surely full of kindness, Most Merciful. (Surah Al-Baqarah, 143)

Thus if we Muslims recite and obey with the Shahadah that we admit in our prayers everyday, we should understand that it is crucial for us to convey to others about the beauty of Islam. Well, some of us may say that...'i don't really konw much about Islam to talk about it to others'. I understand.. and in fact that is the exact situation i am in right now =p so thatt is why we must look up for the knowledge. this is the opportunity for us to know our religion better!! you can get resources abt Islam just anywhere today. Books, blogs, articles, journals, preaches..you name it. On the internet, i'm sure if you google for 'Islam' there'll be thousands of hits. You can get to various sites which can teach you about Islam!

Here are some blogs on Islam which i find really enlightning, really really cool...

This blog has videos, music, free online books about Islam. Check it out!
http://harunyahya.com/

If you want to know more of inspiring stories since the era of the Prophet SAW, like stories of Khulafa Ar-Rashidin, etc., click these links
http://dinulislam.wordpress.com/2008/05/28/kisah-zinnirah/
http://tokoh1038.blogspot.com/2005/08/sultan-muhammad-al-fateh.html

How does science relates to Islam?
http://doktorbonot.blogspot.com/
http://www.bloom-myfans.blogspot.com/

And if you wish to read the Quranic translation in English..
http://www.harunyahya.com/Quran_translation/Quran_translation2.php

And do you know there's youtube specifically on Islam? Isn't that like...wow??
www.youtubeislam.com

Get inspired by Muslim nasheed groups like Native Deen, Yusuf Islam, Sami Yusuf, Raihan, etc.
DOwnload their songs and try to get the message from the songs..

http://www.nativedeen.com/ns/




Well, the point here is, you are the one who chooses to know or not to konw about your religion. But always remember that every step you take in effort to get closer to Allah, it counts.

...And never would Allah Make your faith of no effect. For Allah is to all people Most surely full of kindness, Most Merciful. (al-Baqara, 143)

So, what is your excuse for not knowing about Islam? =)

If there is any interesting sites that you might know please share it with me too =)