Pillars of Islam..jihad PDF

Islamiat Inter -70- Ch # 1
ORGANS (Pillars) OF ISLAM

Organs of Islam comprise of those basic principles
and actions which support the entire set up of this religion.
The Holy Prophet says thus:
The building of Islam has been raised upon five

pillars; The evidence that only Allah Almighty is fit to
worship and that Hazrat Muhammad is a creature of
Allah Almighty and his last Prophet; observance of Namaz;
payment of Zakat; performance of Hajj and keeping of
Fasts in the month of Ramadhan.
KALIMA-E-SHAHADAT
The most important organ of Islam is Kalma-e-
Shahadat which is given as under:
I bear witness that there is no one fit to worship except Allah

Almighty, He is one and has no partner. I also bear witness
that Muhammad is the Servent and Messenger (of
Allah).
With reference to the belief in Oneness of Allah
Almighty a few points are given below for further
elaboration.
Importance of KALIMA-E-SHAHADAT:
KALIMA-E-SHAHADAT brings a revolution in the
faith of a person. One becomes Muslim by uttering this.
One also becomes clean and upright.
Two Declarations:
There are two declarations in it. One is the
declaration of the Oneness of Allah Almighty and the
second is the declaration of the Prophethood of Hazrat
Muhammad . Without these two declarations, one
cannot become a faithful Muslim.
1. Declaration of the Oneness of Allah:
The first part of Kalma Shahadat i.e.
I bear witness that there is no one fit to worship except Allah.

He is one and has no partner.
Is a declaration and recognition of the belief in the
Oneness of Allah.
2. Declaration of The Prophethood of Muhammad :
The second part of the Kalima-e-Shahadat i.e.
I also bear witness that Muhammad is the Servent and

Messenger (of Allah).
It has been testified that Hazrat Muhammad is
a creature of Allah Almighty and His true Prophet, and
that Din brought by him is true and valid.
Without declaration and affirmation of these two
parts no one can become Muslim.
Freedom from KUFR And SHIRK:
Apparently Tauheed and Risalat (The Oneness of
Allah Almighty and Prophethood) are two separate matters
but actually these are two aspects of the same reality. It is
not possible to have a faith in Allah Almighty without
having a faith in the Prophet and vice versa. A faith in
the Holy Prophet implies a faith in his teachings.

Therefore when a person sincerely reads out Kalima-e-
Shahadat with a belief in its contents he gets rid of all
concepts of Kufr and Shirk.
A REAL TESTIMONY:
The requirements of testimony are fulfillled when a
person accepts that only Allah Almighty is fit to worship
and Hazrat Muhammad is His true and last Prophet.
However, it is necessary that a person who utters Kalma-e-
Shahadat verbally must also sincerely and faithfully believe
its contents and follow the dictates of Allah Almighty and
His Prophet in every day life. All his desires and
demands should be subjected strictly to the teachings of
Islamic Shariah. Hazrat Muhammad says thus:
No one amongst you can be a perfect believer unless all his

desires are subject to my Shariah.
CONCLUSION:
A study of Islamic history shows that when the
Muslims followed the beliefs in the Oneness of Allah
Almighty and Prophethood of Muhammad in letter
and spirit and fashioned their lives in accordance with the
Islamic Shariah they reached the heights of greatness. But
when they paid only lip service to these beliefs they were
ruined and lost their prestige.
May Allah Almighty bless us with true faith!
NAMAZ
Islam is a complete code of life which does not end
with acceptance of certain beliefs by its followers but it lays
down a system of prayers and obligations which consists of
Namaz, Zakat, Fasting, and Hajjj. The first and foremost of
these articles is Namaz. Allah Almighty says in the Holy
Quran:
Establish regular prayers, and be not ye among those who

join gods with Allah Almighty.
In many Hadiths the Holy Prophet has
emphasized the observance of Namaz. In one Hadith the
Holy Prophet says:
The real foundation of Din is submission to Allah
Almighty and His Prophet . Namaz is the pillar of Din.
Meaning and Definition of :
Is an Arabic word which means "to pray" or

"to be near". This is the physical worship that is binding on
the faithful at a certain time five times a day. This is the
second pillar of Islam.
The Emphasis on NAMAZ:
Namaz is the most important part of religious
training. Therefore, it has been made compulsory for every
Ummah. All the Prophets preached the observance of
Namaz to their followers. It has been declared in the Holy
Quran that observers of Namaz will attain welfare and
success in their life and its shirkers will face disgrace and
humiliations.
NAMAZ IN THE LIGHT OF THE HOLY QUR'AN
In the Holy Qur'an more than 700 times offering of
NAMAZ is advised.
1. In a verse of the Holy Quran it has been mentioned
that the angels deputed to torture the dwellers of
hell would ask them the cause of their torture they
would say that one reasons for this punishment is:
They will say, we were not of those who prayed.

2. It is obligatory for all the faithful to offer NAMAZ:
Say to My servants who have believed, that they should

establish regular prayer.
3. To offer prayer with other believers is advised
as:
And establish prayer and pay the Zakat (poor-rate) and bow
down with those who bow down.
4. To offer prayer is for the believers like
providing the witness of faith in Almighty Allah Almighty:
And establish regular prayer for my remembrance.

5. By offering Prayer one seeks the help of Allah
Almighty:
And seek help through patience and prayer.

6. ٰ
Namaz ‫صلىۃ‬ safeguards a person from sins:
Surely prayer forbids (one from) indecency and sin.

NAMAZ IN THE LIGHT OF HADITH
The Holy Prophet repeatedly advised to keep

the Namaz alive. Following are some Hadiths about the
importance of Namaz:
1. After including a belief in Allah Almighty the most
important order to the believer is observance of
Namaz. Therefore, the Holy Prophet has said:
The real foundation of Din is submission to Allah
Almighty and His Prophet and Namaz is the pillar of
Din.
2. It is similar to have a conversation with Allah
Almighty:
The person who offers Namaz in fact indulges in a quiet

conversation with Allah Almighty
3. Namaz is as imporatant for Islam as a pillar for the
erection of a building:
Namaz is a pillar of Din
4. The very first question on the day of judgment will
be about Namaz:
First of all you will have to render the account of Namaz on

the day of judgment
5. Namaz is the differentiating action between the
believers and the non-believers.
The person who deliberately gives up Namaz follows the way

of non-believers
6. The Holy Prophet declared that if he had not
the consideration for their wives and children, he would
have put the houses of people not offering their prayers, on
fire.
THE ADVANTAGES OF NAMAZ
The advantages of NAMAZ are as under:
1. A Sense of Submission to The Will of Allah:
When a man presents himself before Allah Almighty
five times a day to offer his prayers he remains conscious that
he is a believer of Allah Almighty. Regular prayers develop a
sense of submission to the will of Allah Almighty in the heart
of a Muslim. This enables him to lead his life in accordance
with the commands of Allah Almighty.
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Thee do we worship, and Thine aid we seek.
2. Consciousness of Allah's Presence:
During the prayers five times a day a Muslim is
convinced that Allah Almighty is always with him. He never
feels himself alone.
The person who offers Namaz in fact indulges in a quiet

conversation with Allah.
3. Liberty from all kind of Fears:
The consciousness of Allah Almighty's presence
makes him avoid sins and keeps his heart free of all kinds of
fears and sorrows.
Verily those who say, "Our Lord is Allah," and remain firm
(on that path),- on them shall be no fear, nor shall They
grieve.
4. Physical and Spiritual Purgation:
The good effects of Namaz continue during the
intervals between five Namaz. After offering his prayers if a
man thinks of committing a sin, he at once remembers that
he has just prayed to Allah Almighty to save him from sin. If
he commits a sin how he would face Allah Almighty in the
next prayers. This enables him to avoid evil deeds
permanently.

4. Mutual Affection and Intimacy:
The people who meet one another five times a day
during prayers develop mutual affection and intimacy which
is beneficial for all.
The believers are but a single Brotherhood.

5. A Sense of Collective Unity:
Congregational prayers specially Jumma and Eid
Prayers develop a sense of collective unity among Muslims.
And hold fast, all together, by the rope which Allah Almighty
(stretches out for you), and be not divided among yourselves.
6. Practical Demonstration of Equality:
When the Muslims stand side by side in one row
during Salat there is a feeling of equality among them.
Everyone the rich, the poor, the leader and the worker all are
equal near to Allah Almighty.
Verily the Most honoured of you in the sight of Allah is (He

who is) the Most righteous of you.
7. Reward for Congregational Prayer:
The effects of collective actions of a community have
a greater impact as compared with individual actions.
Therefore, the reward for congregational prayer is twenty
seven times more than the Namaz of an individual.
8. Lesson for Piety:
When the Muslims come to mosque to offer their
prayers the defaulters also follow their suits and become
regular in the observance of Namaz.
9. Discipline:
The appointment of an Imam to lead the prayers
ensures collective discipline.
10. Punctuality:
Observation of prayer at a certain time teaches
punctuality and one becomes aware of the value of time.
Prayers are enjoined on believers at stated times.

INEFFECTUAL PRAYERS:
The question arises as to why the above advantages
are not available to us despite observance of Namaz on our
part. As a matter of fact we offer our prayers just as a matter
of routine without being conscious of the meanings of the
verses and prayers uttered during the course of Namaz. We
have no consciousness that we are present before Allah
Almighty and seeking His help and blessings. We do not give
any impression that we are aware of the most important
object of offering prayers:

In fact our prayers are without any purpose. These
are just like a flower without fragrance or a body without
soul.
May Allah Almighty bless us with the real blessings
of NAMAZ!
FASTING
Roza is a fundamental organ of Islam and according
to the Holy Qur'an it was also made compulsory for the
previous Ummahs. Allah Almighty says:
O ye who believed fasting is prescribed to You as it was

prescribed to those before you, that ye may (learn) self-restraint.
The above verse indicates that Roza is compulsory
and its compulsion is to attain piety.
Meaning:
In Arabic language is used for Fasting. The word
means to stop oneself from an action, to abstain or to
control oneself.
Definition:
In religious terms Fasting is to stop oneself from
eating, drinking and all other desires for the whole day
(from dawn to dusk) throughout the month of Ramadhan.
Purpose of Fasting:
According to the Holy Qur'an purpose of Fasting
is to achieve (Taqwa) piety.
That ye may (learn) self-restraint

TAQWA:
Taqwa means piety. It is a state of mind and
heart which prevents a man from evil deeds and persuades
him to perform good actions.
Importance of Fasting:
Fasting is one of the basic pillars of Islam. The
importance of Fasting is as under:
According to the Holy Qur'an:
1. The Holy Qur'an makes it clear that Fasting was
also made compulsory to the previous Ummahs.
As it was prescribed to those before you
2. It is binding upon every Muslim to observe Fast
during the month of Ramadhan.
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So whosoever of you comes by the (Holy) month let him fast
for the whole month.
3. Fasting has been made compulsory during the
month of Ramadhan to make a man pious through fasting
and enable him to derive true benefit from the Holy Quran:
The Holy month of Ramadhan in which was sent down the

Glorious Qur'an as a guidance to mankind.
According to Hadith:
The importance of Fasting can be understood
through the following Hadiths of the Holy Prophet :
1. Fasting is more than hunger and thirst:
Fasting does not mean to bear thirst and hunger but
it develops the capacity to restrain a man from all acts,
which violate the Shariah. The Holy Prophet said:
If a person does not shun lying and misdeeds during his

fasting Allah Almighty has no concern with his doing away
with eating and drinking.
2. Safety From the Fire of Hell:
The most important factor to motivate man to follow
the path of goodness or to adopt the evil way is the selfish
desire of man. If desires are subjected to the commands of
Allah Almighty man's individual as well as collective
welfare is promoted. In case human desires violate the will
of Allah Almighty a man is degraded to animal level. The
real object of fasting is to make man pious by subjecting his
desires to the dictate of Allah Almighty. Even if a person
arranges for the Iftar of a FAST will be rewarded with
forgiveness as the Prophet said:
A person who arranges Iftar of a keeper of fast will ensure

forgiveness of his sins and safety from the fire of Hell. He
will get a reward equal to the reward of the keeper of fast in
addition to his own reward.
3. Reward for Fasting:
The Holy Prophet said, fasting when restored
to with faith in Allah Almighty and seeking His pleasure
will be fitly rewarded as is evident from the following
Hadith.
Allah Almighty rewards for the good deeds of a man tenfold

to seven hundred fold but reward for fasting is of a special
nature. Allah Almighty says that keeping a fast is exclusive
for Him and He would Himself decide its reward.
BENEFITS OF FASTING
When a man maintains a complete check over his
desires for eating, drinking and worldly pleasures
throughout the month of Ramadhan, and avoids other
moral evils and spends most of his time in prayers and good
deeds he develops a taste for goodness and repulsion for
evil. Roza is not only training for a man to control his
desires but is also an effective cure of his negative egoism.
INDIVIDUAL BENEFITS:
Self Control:
A person who keeps fasts for one month every year
and completes an exercise to control his basic desires he
attains such a power of self control which enables him to
avert every persuasion of the evil (Satan).
Piety:
When a man finds himself incapable of eating and
drinking despite extreme hunger and thirst he becomes
conscious of his helplessness before Allah Almighty, and
when this feeling becomes permanent it enables a man to
avoid every action contrary to Shariah.
Remission of Sins:
The Holy sense of accountability ensures remission of
all previous sins of the believer.
Physical Health:
Fasting for a period of one month and remaining
hungry for the most part of the day is very much beneficial
for physical health.
The Collective Benefits of Fasting:
Although Roza is an individual act of WORSHIP,
yet it has many collective benefits detailed as under:
Feelings for the poor:
When a man remains hungry and thirsty
throughout the month of fasting he becomes conscious of
the hunger and thirst of other people and develops
sympathy for the poor.
Passion for Sacrifice:
A man becomes habitual to the use of less food and
this develops qualities of contentment and sacrifice in a
man. He becomes ready to help the needy.
Sense of Unity:
The entire Muslim Ummah remains busy in fasting
throughout the world. This creates Muslim understanding
and unity. From this point of view the month of Ramadhan
is called the month of Sharing of Sorrows.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF RAMADHAN-UL-MUBARAK:
Following are the points that clarify the significance
of Ramadhan:
A Memorial to the Revelation of The Holy Quran:
The month of Ramadhan is the Holy month in which
the Holy Qur'an was revealed. Allah Almighty has
declared:
Ramadhan is the month in which was sent down the Quran.

Laila-tul-Qadr:
Ramadhan is the moth in which there is a night
equal to 1000 months.
The Laila-tul-Qadr (Night of Power) is better than a

thousand months.
Three Decades:
The Holy month of Ramadhan can be divided into
three decades. According to a Hadith, the First decade is
called REHMAT, the second decade is called
MAGHFIRAT and the third decade is called Liberty from
the fire of Hell.
RAMADHAN AND PAKISTAN:
Ramadhan-ul-Mubarak is a month of blessing and
forgiveness for Muslims throughout the world but this
month is significant for the Muslims of Pakistan that Allah
Almighty blessed us with the gift of freedom during one
blessed night of the month of Ramadhan. The formation of
Pakistan on the twenty seventh night of the Ramadhan
guides us to the fact that a system of life based on the
teachings of the Holy Quran should be enforced in this
country. We demanded Pakistan for the object of enforcing
Islamic system of life in the country. From this point of
view the month of Ramadhan provides us an opportunity to
celebrate the anniversary of Pakistan and also renew our
pledge made with Allah Almighty to make it an Islamic
state in the real sense.
INEFFECTUAL FASTING:
Now a days our fasting does not produce the
blessings and benefits indicated above. The reason is that
we are indifferent to the real objective of fasting, i.e. self
control. We do not observe the important condition of
fasting as well as lack true faith and sense of accountability.
CONCLUSION:
In short, Fasting is a matchless Islamic institution
which teaches man the principle of sincere love to Allah
Almighty. Fasting teaches man a creative sense of hope,
devotion, patience, unselfishness, moderation, willpower,
wise saving, sound budgeting, mature adaptability, healthy
survival, discipline, spirit of social belonging, unity and
brotherhood.
May Allah Almighty bless us with real blessings of
Roza and Ramadhan!
ZAKAT
[The Poor Rate] (The Obligatory Charity)
The economic system is basic to the formation of
human society. Therefore, Allah Almighty has laid down
the best guideline to run an economic system as in the case
of social system. Economic justice can be maintained
following these guidelines: If these are ignored injustice
takes roots which give rise to many other evils. Zakat is of
primary importance in the economic system prescribed by
Allah Almighty.
Meaning:
The Arabic word has been derived from
which means "to purify". By giving Zakat, the giver's heart
is purified from the love of wealth.
Definition:
The Holy Prophrt described Zakat as wealth
taken from the rich and given to the poor. Zakat, the
backbone of the economic system of Islam, is also called
poor-rate or poor-tax. It is really a welfare tax.
IMPORTANCE OF ZAKAT
Zakat was made compulsory in the SECOND year
of Hijrat and its detailed were told in Nineth year of Hijrat
.The importance of Zakat is as under:
IN THE LIGHT OF THE HOLY QURAN:
We may have an idea of the importance of Zakat
from the fact that in the Holy Quran payment of Zakat has
been emphasised along with observance of Namaz at most
places.
And be steadfast In prayer; practise regular charity;

Zakat is a kind of prayer through spending of
money where Namaz is a prayer where a man experiences
physical exertion.
PURGATION OF HEART AND PURIFICATION OF SOUL:
Zakat means to purify. A person who make payment
of Zakat not only purifies his wealth but purifies his heart
and gets rid of the greed for wealth. Love for money is
replaced by love for Allah Almighty. He sacrifices wealth at
the command of Allah Almighty. When he pays Zakat he
realizes that he is not the owner of wealth earned by him.
In fact his wealth is a trust granted by Allah Almighty. This
consciousness saves him from monetary irregularities and
all his actions are subjected to the commands of Allah
Almighty. So it was advised to the Holy Prophet .
Of their goods take alms, that so thou mightest purify and

sanctify them.
FORGIVENESS OF SINS AND INCREASE IN
WEALTH:
When a man spends his wealth at the commands of
Allah Almighty such wealth is treated as a loan to Allah
Almighty and Allah Almighty commits to return this loan,
increasing it many fold and also forgives sins. Allah
Almighty says in the Holy Quran:
If ye loan to Allah, a beautiful loan,He will double it to your

(credit) and He will grant you Forgiveness: For Allah is most
ready to appreciate (service) most forebearing.
PENALTY FOR NON-PAYMENT OF ZAKAT:
The people who do not pay Zakat are described by
Allah Almighty as under:
And there are those who bury gold and silver and spend it not
in the way of Allah; announce unto them a most grievous
penalty.
A SOURCE OF ALLAH'S BLESSINGS:
According to the Holy Quran the payment of Zakat is
a source of acquiring blessings of the world hereafter and
salvation from the torture of hell. This is indeed a great
blessing.
Those who believe, and do deeds of righteousness, and
establish regular prayers and regular charity.
RIGHT OF THE POOR AND THE NEEDY:
Allah Almighty has declared Zakat as a right for the
poor and the needy as it is said in the Holy Quran:
And those in whose wealth is a recognised right. For the

beggar and the destitute.
IMPORTANCE OF ZAKAT IN THE LIGHT OF
HADITH:
According to the Holy Prophet economic
matters are an important part of the religion. He
emphasized on the payment of Zakat as under:
1. ZAKAT AS A TREASURE OF ISLAM:
The Prophet declared Zakat as the treasure of
Islam as he said:
Zakat is the treasure of Islam

Zakat is the treasure that is spent for the welfare of
mankind not for the luxuries of the rulers.
2. ZAKAT SAFEGUARDS THE PROPERTY:
By the payment of Zakat one gets his property safe
from all sorts of dangers as the Prophet said:
Safeguard your wealth by paying Zakat

3. PUNISHMENT FOR THE NON-PAYMENT OF ZAKAT:
The Holy Prophet announced a painful
punishment for the people who store their wealth and do
not pay (poor-rate) Zakat. He said:
"The people who store wealth and do not pay Zakat,
on the day of judgment their wealth will become a
poisonous snake and will bite them saying:
I am your wealth, I am your treasure"

ZAKAT AND THE FIRST CALIPH OF ISLAM:
In view of the importance of the Zakat Hazrat Abu
baker Siddique (R.A) carried out Jehad against the
defaulters of Zakat, although they were believers. Hazarat
Abu Bakar (R.A) declared that he would ensure strict
observance of Namaz and Zakat during his life time.
MINIMUM LIMIT OF WEALTH FOR PAYMENT OF
ZAKAT :
The payment of Zakat is compulsory for people who
are in possession of a certain quantity of gold, silver, money
or trade goods, This specific quantity is called Nisab. The
Nisab of different articles is as under:
1. Gold: 7½ Tolas
2. Silver: 52½ Tolas
3. Money or trade goods:
Equivalent to the value of Nisab prescribed in the
case of gold or silver.
Ratio for deduction of Zakat is 2.5 % means 40th
part.
4. Goats or Sheep: 40 in numbers
5. Cows or Buffalows: 30 in numbers
6. Camels: 05 in numbers
Zakat is due on the Nisab when it remains in the
possession of the owner for one year.
LEGITMATE HEADS OF ZAKAT
Allah Almighty has determined the legitimate heads
for distribution of Zakat. Allah Almighty says in the Holy
Quran:
Alms are for the poor and the needy, and those employed to
administer the (funds); for those whose hearts have been
(recently) reconciled (to Truth); for those in bondage and in
debt; in the cause of Allah Almighty; and for the wayfarer:
(thus is it) ordained by Allah Almighty, and Allah Almighty is
full of knowledge and wisdom.
1. THE DESTITUTE:
The people who are totally poor, who have neither
material possessions nor means of livelihood are called
destitute .
2. THE NEEDY:
The people who are with insufficient means of
livelihood to meet basic needs are called the needy.
3. ZAKAT COLLECTORS:
Payment of salaries to the staff who are appointed to
collect Zakat.
4. NEW MUSLIMS:
Aid to the people who are newly convert to Islam to
console them.
5. SLAVES AND PRISONERS:
To assist slaves and to meet the expenses to liberate
the people who are undergoing imprisonment.
6. THE INDIGENT:
One who is in debt; for the clearance of loans of
indigent people.
7. IN THE WAY OF ALLAH:
To meet the expenses of Jehad and assist the people
who undertake the preaching of Islam.
8. TRAVELERS:
To aid the traveler who needs money during the
journey although at home he is capable of paying Zakat.
The payment of Zakat at collective level is
compulsory in an Islamic State. However, if Muslims are
living under an un-Islamic government the Zakat should be
paid through organizations or other cooperative bodies.
SOME PRINCIPLES OF PAYMENT OF ZAKAT:
1 Zakat is payable only by the Muslims.

2. Members of the family who are dependents e.g.
mother, father, son, daughter, wife etc, are not
eligible to receive Zakat. However, Zakat may be
preferably distributed among the far relatives in
preference to other.
3. Generally Zakat collected from a town should be
distributed among the deserving inhabitants of that
town, However, if there are no deserving recipients
in that town or there exists any emergency condition
e.g., flood, earthquake, famine etc. Zakat can be
distributed outside that town.
4. The distribution of Zakat, should be made to the
deserving after full satisfaction about there
eligibility.
5. The requisite goods can also be purchased out of
Zakat for distribution amongst the needy.
6. The deserving recipient need not be told that the
money or goods given to him pertain to Zakat.
The blessing and benefits of Zakat can materialize
only when the will of people keep in view the blessing and
approval of Allah Almighty as their basic guideline. An
effort should be made to perpetuate the collective system of
recovery and distribution of Zakat for all times to come.
BENIFITS OF ZAKAT
Zakat is the pillar of Islam. It is in fact the foundation

of Islamic economic system. It helps the society to become a
welfare society. Some of its advantages are as under:
(A) ECONOMIC BENEFITS

DISTRIBUTION OF WEALTH:
In the economic system based on interest, capital has
more utility than labour. As a result, the workers become
poorer and the capitalist deprives them of their wealth
through different tactics. In this way, the economic system
is paralysed. Zakat is the best solution of this problem.
Through this system a sizeable portion of wealth is
transferred from the rich classes to the poor classes. The
economic condition of the poor is improved. This fact is
described by the Holy Quran thus:
That it become not a commodity between the rich among you

ERADICATION OF USURY (Interest on Loan):
Zakat helps in eradicating usury as the gulf between
the rich and the poor decreases and social co-operation
increases.
Allah Almighty will deprive usury of all blessing, but will give
increase for deeds of charity.
ECONOMIC GROWTH:
Distribution and division of wealth decreases the
gulf between the rich and the poor thus the result is
economic growth. As the rate of Zakat is only 2½% the
wealthy person pays it willingly and honestly as compared
to the payment of other heavy taxes. Zakat promotes
investment whereas heavy taxes result in the concealment
of capital and weakness of national economy.
INCREASE IN INVESTMENT:
The wealthy person is compelled to invest his wealth
in some profitable business to make up for the deficiency on
account of Zakat. In this way, investment grows.
(B) SOCIAL BENEFITS
LOVE BETWEEN THE RICH AND THE POOR:
Distribution of Zakat among the poor by the rich

creates passion of love among the poor for the rich.
END OF SOCIAL EVILS:
Wealth in a society is like blood in the human body.
If all the blood is concentrated in the heart (i.e. the rich
classes) all other organs in the body (i.e. people) will be
paralysed and ultimately damage the heart. If the poor
classes suffer from poverty, the rich classes will fall a victim
to moral diseases like luxury, love for comfort and
ignorance to the life hereafter. Obviously both these classes
will develop jealously and hatred for each other. The
tension will grow gradually with the passage of time and
produce undesirable consequences. Payment of Zakat
reduces all these dangers and purifies not only the wealth
but also the heart of faithful.
PASSION FOR SACRIFICE:
Payment of Zakat produces passion of sacrifice and
welfare among the masses. Thus, a society becomes a real
human society.
ETERNAL SUCCESS:
Payment of Zakat is a source of eternal success. As it
is delared in the Holy Qura'n:
Who are active in deeds of charity…

In view of all these individual as well as collective
benefits, the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad
Mustafa was directed immediately after the establishment
of Islamic state in Madina.
Of their goods take alms, that so thou mightest purify and

sanctify them.
THE ROLE OF ISLAMIC GOVERNMENT:
An Islamic government immidiately after its

establishment is bound to establish a complete system of
Zakat. All the Muslims have to pay Zakat to the collectors
of the government. If, however, the Muslims are under non-
Muslim rule, they should pay Zakat to organizations or
institutions, which operate on the basis of mutual co-
operation.
CONCLUSION:
Zakat has a deep humanitarian and social-political
value; for example, it frees society from class warfare, from
ill feelings and distrust and from corruption. Although Islam
does not hinder private enterprise or condemn private
possession, it does not tolerate selfish and greedy capitalism.
Islam adopts a moderate but positive and effective course
between individual and society, between the citizen and the
state, between capitalism and socialism, between materialism
and spiritualism.
HAJJ
Muslims from all walks of life, from every corner of
the globe assemble in Makkah in response to the call of
Allah Almighty. There is no royalty, but there is loyalty of
all to Allah Almighty, the Creator. It is to commemorate
the Divine rituals observed by the Prophet Abraham
and his son Ismael , who were the first
pilgrims to the house of Allah Almighty on earth: the
Ka'abah. It is also to remember the great assembly of the
Day of Judgement when people will stand equal before
Allah Almighty.
LITERAL MEANING:
The literal meaning of the word Hajj is the will
and desire to visit.
DEFINITION:
"In the terminology of Shariah, it means the will to
visit the Holy Ka'abah which was the first structure built
by Hazrat Adam (A.S) for the worship of Allah Almighty."
Hajj is a pilgrimage to Makkah, at least once in a
lifetime and it is obligatory upon every Muslim male and
female who is mentally, physically and financially fit. It is
the largest annual convention of faith on earth.
SIGNIFICANCE AND IMPORTANCE OF HAJJ:
Hajj is one of the fundamental institutions of Islam.
Its significance is as under:
IN THE LIGHT OF THE HOLY QUR'AN
1. A COMPULSORY RELIGIOUS DUTY:
According to the Holy Qur'an Hajj is compulsory
only on those who are sound of mind, adults and have the
provision of travel as it is said:
Pilgrimage thereto is a duty owe to Allah Almighty, those who

can afford the journey;
2. PUNISHMENT FOR REFUSAL TO PERFORM HAJJ:
All those Muslims who fulfill the obligation and yet
abstain from performing Hajj once in their life time give a
lie to their being Muslims. It is said:
And if anyone deny faith; Allah Almighty stands not in need

of any of His creatures;
It means that this comprehensive prayer has been
made compulsory for the sake of Allah Almighty. Allah
Almighty has such a right over His creatures but He wants
to shower blessings and benefits to human beings through
this prayer.
3. PROHIBITION OF FIGHT AND QUARREL:
Peace is the dominant theme of Hajj. Peace with Allah
Almighty, with one's soul, with one another, with all living
creatures. To disturb the peace of anyone or any creature in
any shape or form is strictly prohibited.
Let there be no obscenity, nor wickedness, nor wrangling in

the Hajj.
4. THE BEST PROVISION FOR HAJ:
It is allowed to fetch necessities alongwith while
going to Hajj yet it is also declared that the best provision is
piety:
And take a provision (With you) for the journey, but the best
of provisions is right conduct.
IN THE LIGHT OF HADITH
1. REMISSION OF SINS:
The greatest benefit of the performance of Hajj is
the total remission of sins. The Holy Prophet has
declared;
Anyone who performs Hajj in compliance with the command

of Allah Almighty and shuns evil deeds during Hajj returns
as innocent as a newly born child.
This arrangement to cleanse and chastise the sinners
in this world is a token of the mercy and blessing of Allah.
2. PUNISHMENT FOR REFUSAL TO PERFORM HAJJ:
It is the height of ingratitude and misfortune if we
do not avail ourselves of this opportunity. The Holy
Prophet says:
If a person, who can afford to perform Hajj and there is

nothing to obstruct his way e.g., a pressing need, a tyrant
king or a disease, fails to perform Hajj and dies, dies not as a
Muslim but will die as Jew or a Christian.
3. REWARD OF HAJJ:
The Holy Prophet , about the reward of

performing Hajj said:
Hajj accepted and approved by Allah Almighty is rewarded
with paradise
RITES OF HAJJ
The rites of Hajj centre on complete submission and
devotion to Allah Almighty. At the same time, they serve as
an example of total submission and obedience of Prophet
Ibrahim , especially his willingness to sacrifice what
he loved most in the world, his son Ismail , at Allah's
Command. The main RITES of Hajj are as follow:
MEEQAAT:
It is the place beyond where from no one can
proceed to Makkah to perform Hajj and Umra without
putting on THE EHRAM otherwise he shall have to offer
sacrifice.
THE EHRAM:
Ehram, two white sheets of unsewn cloth is the
prescribed dress of Hajj.
TAWAF:
The literal meaning of the word TAWAF is
to go round (to move round). The pilgrims walk seven times
around the Ka'abah. This is called Tawaf. One circle
around Ka'abah during Tawaf is called Shaut . There
are three major types of Tawaf:
Tawaf-e-Qadoom:
It is Sunnat and is performed on entering
Masjid-Haram.
Tawaf-e-Ziarat:
It is also called "Tawaf-e-Rukn". It is a Rukn or
obligatory component of Hajj and must be performed
between the dawn of 10th and 12th of Zil-Hajj.
Tawaf-e-Widaa:
This is performed at the time of departure and is
WAJIB for all those performing Umra.
SAYI:
Sayi is running seven times between the SAFA
and MARWA . These two hills are close to the well of
ZAM ZAM . It was between these two hills that Hazrat
Hajra , wife of Hazrat Ibrahim , ran
in search of water for her infant son, Hazrat Ismail .
This ritual expresses respect for maternal love and
gratitude to Allah Almighty Who made the sacred spring of
ZAM ZAM appear.
JOURNEY TO MINA:
On the 8th Zil-Hajj the Pilgrims journey to Mina, a
plain which lies between Arafat and Makkah.The Pilgrims
must reach there before noon so that the Zuhr prayer may
be performed there.
WUQUF-e-ARAFAT:
On the 9th of Zil-Hajj which is called Yaum-e-
Arafah the pilgrims should leave Mina after the Fajr
prayer and move on to the plain of Arafat. The stay in the
plain of Arafat is called WUQUF-e-ARAFAT
(The Assembly at Arafat). This stay at Arafat is the
supreme experience of Hajj and is also the most important
part of Hajj, without it Hajj would be incompete.
RAMI OF JAMARAT:
Rami is the symbolic ceremony of stoning the Satan
held at Mina. Rami is performed on 10, 11 and 12 Zil-
Hajj.
SACRIFICE:
On the 10th of Zil-Hajj at Mina the pilgrims offer a
sacrifice in memory of Hazrat Ibrahim who was
willing to sacrifice his son Hazrat Ismail at the

command of Allah Almighty.
HALQ (Head Shave):
After the sacrifice, the male pilgrims should shave
his head and a female pilgrim may clip a lock of hair only.
After this the pilgrims are no longer in EHRAM.
IT IS COMPREHENSIVE
Hajj is such a prayer as contains the essence of all
other prayers. From the point of departure for Hajj till his
return a Muslim offers his Namaz regularly and gets closer
to Allah Almighty. When he spends money for Hajj it is
similar to payment of Zakat. When he controls his sensual
desires and avoids moral evils he undergoes a state of
fasting. Leaving his home enduring the hardship of travel
are similar to the efforts of Jehad. Hazrat Ayesha
Siddiquah (R.A) quotes the Holy Prophet as under:
"The greatest Jehad is the performance of Hajj”
Keeping in view the saying of the Holy Prophet
Hazrat Umer (R.A) used to say:
"Be prepared for Hajj because it is also a kind of Jehad"
THE FEELINGS OF THE VISITORS OF KAA'BA
If we consider the rites of Hajj we will appreciate that

every step implies a moral and spiritual training of a Hajji.
When a person leaves his nears and dears, shuns worldly
pursuits, covers himself with two unsewn sheets, and presents
himself with two unsewn sheets, and presents himself at the
Bait Ullah Sharif raising the cries of this journey becomes a
journey towards the world hereafter.
While performing the rites of Hajj in a pure
atmosphere he experiences strange feelings. In Medan-e-
Arafat he remembers the tidings of Allah Almighty that in
the form of Islam he had perfected their religion as a great
gift. He also remembers the unique commands of the Holy
Prophet uttered during his last address that the
Muslims should uphold the Holy Quran and Hadith to
remain on the right path. When offering sacrifice, he
remembers the great sacrifices of Hazrat Ibrahim. He
realizes that his petty sacrifices cannot be a match to those
great sacrifices. He realizes that he should live and die for
the sake of Allah Almighty. He recites the following verse of
the Holy Quran:
Say: Truly, my prayer and my service of sacrifice, my life and

death, are (all) for Allah the Cherisher of the Worlds. No
partner hath He: This am I commanded, and I am the first of
those who bow to His Will.
At Mina he throws pebbles at his eternal enemy
Satan with the intention that if Satan would try to mislead
him from the right path, he would not be led astray. When
he reaches Bait Ullah he is in a state of ecstasy. He is over
whelmed with the joy of looking at the long cherished Bait
Ullah Sharif. After circling round the Khana Kaa’ba he
runs between Safa and Marva. Here he makes a resolution
that he would developed all the powers and energy
bestowed upon him by Allah Almighty in the service of
Islam and he would always following path prescribed by
Hazrat Muhammad . He expresses his desire in the
following prayers:
O Allah; keep me on the path of thy Prophet and call me for

Hajj and enable me to avoid evil lapses.
BENEFITS
The real benefit of Hajj is that one remembers Allah
Almighty throughout the process of Hajj and comes nearer
to Allah Almighty. Apart from this Hajj has many other
social and moral benefits like other organs of Islam.
1. PURIFICATION:
On this occasion people coming from different
regions all over the world are purified and chastised.
2. REFORMATION OF SOCIETY:
These people are inspired with the power of faith
and piety and become a source of reforms and
improvement of their respective community.
3. GRANDEUR OF MUSLIM UMMAH:
The grand congregation of Hajj reflects the glory
and grandeur of the Muslim Ummah.
4. SIMPLICITY AND EQUALITY:
Muslims in pilgrimage meet in one place, Makkah,
dressed in one uniform, worshipping Allah Almighty, the
One God, and performing the same rites during the fixed
period of Hajj. There is no discrimination between them
since all are Allah's bondsmen. No white man has
preference over a black man, neither the rich over the
poor.The people who come from different parts of the
world repeat the same Kalma irrespective of their colour,
race, nation or country.
5. DEVOTION TO THE CAUSE OF ISLAM:
In this way, Muslims are acquainted with one
another, cooperate one with the other, and they remember
the day when they will be resurrected and gathered before
Allah Almighty who will account them for their deeds.
Thus, they prepare themselves for the Hereafter and do
their best to obey Allah Almighty, their Lord. They are
overwhelmed with a spirit of submission to Allah Almighty
and appear to be an army of soldiers devoted to the causes
of Islam.
6. ECONOMIC GROWTH:
Hajj has an important commercial and economic
benefit. Pilgrims Hajj is coming from different countries
exchange their goods and obtain profit.
CONCLUSION:
Hajj is one of the fundamental religious institutions
of Islam. It is the greatest of all acts of worship. It is, in fact,
the culmination of worship. It is an exhibition of
brotherhood, equality, punctuality and discipline. It
provides an opportunity to Muslims from various countries
of the world to become acquinted with one another and of
discussing common problems facing the Muslim
community. The chief importance lies in the fact that it
strengthens one's faith in Islam.
The Hajj Accepted and Approved by Allah:
The above mentioned collective and individual
benefits of Hajj can be fruitful only when our object is to
seek the blessings of Allah Almighty. The center of our all
activities should be to gain the spiritual objects of Hajj.
Only then our Hajj can be accepted and approved by Allah
Almighty.
JEHAD
When we accept Allah Almighty as sovereign of this
world, it is expected that we should follow the dictates of
Allah Almighty in all matters of our life. We should not yield
to the command of any other authority. If some power other
than Allah Almighty tries to become sovereign and enforce its
law we should fight against it at the risk of our lives. All the
prayers of Islam lead to the inculcation of this spirit of
devotion and sacrifice. Without this spirit we can neither
survive nor flourish.
LITERAL MEANINGS:
The word 'Jehad' is derived from the root juhd,
which means 'to strive' or 'to struggle'. It denotes the
exertion of oneself to the utmost, to the limits of one's
capacity, in some activity or for some purpose.
DEFINITION:
In religious terms, it means a struggle which is made
to preserve and promote Din and to defend the Muslim
Ummah.
"Jehad means "struggle" and "strive" against evil
thoughts, evil action and aggression against a person,
family, society or country."
The Holy Qur'an uses the verb of "Jehad" in its
generic meaning of "exerting the best efforts against
something"
TYPES OF JEHAD:
Some types of Jehad are described as under:
1. JEHAD AGAINST SELFISH DESIRES:
The first power to obstruct man from total

submission to Allah Almighty is the selfish desires. These
desires are always active in his heart and mind and he has
to remain all the time vigilant to keep them under control.
Therefore, the Holy Prophet has declared that Jehad
against selfish desires is Jehad-e-Akbar (The greatest
struggle) . Without this Jehad it is impossible to
undertake any other Jehad.
2. JEHAD AGAINST SATAN:

After overpowering one's self, it is necessary to
resist Satan and his agents who always persue one to accept
their domination. The Holy Quran describes Satan as
Taghut . It is said in the Holy Quran:
Those who believe fight in the cause of Allah Almighty, and

those who reject Faith fight in the cause of Evil
DIFFERENT WAYS OF JEHAD AGAINST SATAN
In Muslim Society forces of the Taghut exist in the

form of false customs and traditions. Outside Islamic
Society these powers take the form of supremacy of un-
Islamic countries. We can deal with these forces of Taghut
in different ways. The following saying of the Holy Prophet
provides us the best guidance:
When you find evil fight against it If you are not able to fight
speak against it and if not consider it wicked in your heart
and mind. The mere consideration is the weakest degree of
faith.
In the light of above mentioned Hadith following
would be the ways of Jehad against TAGHUT :
JEHAD BY SPEECH:
Some times we use our power of speech to fight
against Satan. In this respect the Holy Quran gives us a
comprehensive direction;
And argue with them in the best of manner

JEHAD BY WRITING:
Some times we use our power of writing against
satan. This type of Jehad is called Jehad by Writing (Pen).
JEHAD BY SPENDING MONEY:
Sometimes we struggle against Satan by spending
our wealth in the cause of Allah Almighty. This type of
Jehad is called .
If we are inspired with the true spirit of Jehad our
insight always guides us towards the right path.
And strive and struggle, with your goods and your persons, in
the cause of Allah.
JEHAD BY SWORD (Armed jehad):
There comes a time during the conflict between the
right and the wrong, when the evil forces resort to an open
war instead of a cold war to obstruct and obliterate the right.
The Muslims have to fight with these forces to preserve their
community and their religion. This fight is of two kinds.
1. The Defensive Jehad:
If any non Muslim power attacks a Muslim country
the Muslims of that country are under obligation to carry
out Jehad for the protection of their din, faith, life,
property and honour. Any effort to make the Islamic
country and Islamic communities safe the domination of
non-Muslim will be considered Jehad. If Muslims living in
a non-Muslim country are being persecuted it is binding on
all the Muslim countries to make an effort to liberate those
Muslims. This is also a kind of defensive Jehad. The Holy
Qura'n guides us:
Fight in the cause of Allah those who fight you

2. Jehad for Reformation:
A person who reads out Kalma Tayaba and accepts
the sovereignty of Allah Almighty and promises to obey the
Holy Prophet he is bound to carry out the struggle to
enforce the sovereignty of Allah Almighty and the Shariah
of Holy Prophet all over the world. An important
object of the deputation of the Holy Prophet is to set
up the true Din in the world. It is said in the Holy Quran:
It is he who hath sent His Messenger with Guidance and the

Religion of Truth, to make it shine above every other religion,
even though the Pagans may detest (it)
In addition to this Allah Almighty says:
And fight them on until there is no more Tumult or

oppression, and there prevail justice and faith in Allah
altogether and everywhere;
WAR AND JEHAD
The opponents of Islam accuse that this religion was

spread by the force of sword. This is not the fact. There is a
great difference between the sword of a Muslim and the
sword of a non believer.
WAR:
The sword of a non believer is to capture either a
territory or to enslave a nation to satisfy the urge for political
or economic supremacy. To achieve this object the non
believers resort to utmost cruelty, terrorism and barbarism. In
case of success, the victims are deprived of their life and
property.
JEHAD:
As against this, the object Islamic Jehad is always to
liberate the people from the tyranny of evil satanic forces and
restore their respect and freedom. To achieve this object the
Muslims follow the code of war prescribed by Allah Almighty
without any personal or selfish consideration. The Islamic
Jehad carried out in the battle field and after victory the
defeated nation is not subjected to any revenged activities.
Every effort is made to create an atmosphere of peace and
security so that the people may enjoy and the human rights as
guaranteed by Islam. When the non-Muslim finds the Islamic
system of social justice, morality and administration, he
simplyhave no defence against it and embrace Islam. This
change was not brought about by sword but by the Islamic
teaching and high character of Mujahedin. The sword was
used to uproot the secular forces which prove an obstruction
in the way of Islamic system of life.
If Islam was spread by the sword, it was the sword
of intellect and convincing arguments. It is this sword that
conquers the hearts and minds of people.
THE BLESSINGS OF JEHAD
Many blessing have been attributed to Jehad, the
Holy Quran and books of traditions.
1. Love of Allah Almighty:
Allah Almighty loves the people who perform Jehad
in His way. It is said in the Holy Quran:
Surely Allah loves those who fight in His way in ranks as if

they were a firm and compact wall.
2. Jehad is a Duty:
Jehad is a duty binding upon the believers. It is said in
the Holy Quran:
And strive in His cause as ye ought to strive

3. Respect of Martyres:
The people who sacrificed in the way of Allah
Almighty, are given a valuable place by the Holy Qur'an. It
is said in the Holy Quran:
And say not of those who are slain in the way of Allah: "They
are dead." Nay, they are living, though ye perceive (it) not.
3. Hazrat Muhammad says that a journey
undertaken in the way of Allah Almighty in the morning or
in the evening is superior to all the worldly gifts. The
reward of facing the enemy in the name of Allah Almighty
is more than the reward of seventy prayers performed at
home.
4. Jehad is helpful for the grant of paradise as it is said
by the Holy Prophet :
Paradise lies under the shadow of swords.

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Islamiat Inter -70- Ch # 1

ORGANS (Pillars) OF ISLAM

The building of Islam has been raised upon five

I bear witness that there is no one fit to worship except Allah

I bear witness that there is no one fit to worship except Allah.

I also bear witness that Muhammad is the Servent and

the Holy Prophet implies a faith in his teachings.

No one amongst you can be a perfect believer unless all his

Establish regular prayers, and be not ye among those who

Meaning and Definition of :

Is an Arabic word which means "to pray" or

They will say, we were not of those who prayed.

Say to My servants who have believed, that they should

And establish regular prayer for my remembrance.

And seek help through patience and prayer.

Surely prayer forbids (one from) indecency and sin.

The Holy Prophet repeatedly advised to keep

The person who offers Namaz in fact indulges in a quiet

First of all you will have to render the account of Namaz on

The person who deliberately gives up Namaz follows the way

The person who offers Namaz in fact indulges in a quiet

Surely prayer forbids (one from) indecency and sin.

The believers are but a single Brotherhood.

Verily the Most honoured of you in the sight of Allah is (He

Prayers are enjoined on believers at stated times.

Surely prayer forbids (one from) indecency and sin.

O ye who believed fasting is prescribed to You as it was

That ye may (learn) self-restraint

The Holy month of Ramadhan in which was sent down the

If a person does not shun lying and misdeeds during his

A person who arranges Iftar of a keeper of fast will ensure

Allah Almighty rewards for the good deeds of a man tenfold

Ramadhan is the month in which was sent down the Quran.

The Laila-tul-Qadr (Night of Power) is better than a

And be steadfast In prayer; practise regular charity;

Of their goods take alms, that so thou mightest purify and

If ye loan to Allah, a beautiful loan,He will double it to your

And those in whose wealth is a recognised right. For the

Zakat is the treasure of Islam

Safeguard your wealth by paying Zakat

I am your wealth, I am your treasure"

1 Zakat is payable only by the Muslims.

Zakat is the pillar of Islam. It is in fact the foundation

(A) ECONOMIC BENEFITS

That it become not a commodity between the rich among you

Distribution of Zakat among the poor by the rich

Who are active in deeds of charity…

Of their goods take alms, that so thou mightest purify and

An Islamic government immidiately after its

Pilgrimage thereto is a duty owe to Allah Almighty, those who

And if anyone deny faith; Allah Almighty stands not in need

Let there be no obscenity, nor wickedness, nor wrangling in

Anyone who performs Hajj in compliance with the command

If a person, who can afford to perform Hajj and there is

The Holy Prophet , about the reward of

willing to sacrifice his son Hazrat Ismail at the

THE FEELINGS OF THE VISITORS OF KAA'BA

If we consider the rites of Hajj we will appreciate that

Say: Truly, my prayer and my service of sacrifice, my life and