Shaikh-ul-Islam Mawlana Abdol-Hamid indicated to the great status of Tawhid, monotheism, in Islam and its impact on beliefs and human deeds, calling ‘correct tenets and faith’ the greatest blessing of the Almighty.
Khateeb of Sunnis in Zahedan began his sermon of May 02, 2014 by the Noble Qur’anic verse: «و ما أرسلنا من رسول إلا نوحی إلیه أنه لا إله إلا أنا فاعبدون» and said, “Allah Almighty loves to hear His attributes, blessings and mercies on the universe from His servants. Allah has good names; whenever you want to pray to Him, call Him by His good names.”
He shed light on the importance of Tawhid, monotheism, and underlined, “All divine religions and sects urge on the three facts (monotheism, prophecy and resurrection day) unanimously. These are root tenets of all divine religions, but Tawhid is the most important one.”
“The first thing prophets call others to it was oneness of Allah Almighty and refusal of associating anyone with Allah. All kinds of worships are only due to Allah; money and soul can be used for worshipping the Almighty no anyone else. Because He is the only God,” Shaikh added more.
The rector of Darululoom Zahedan went on to say more, “There is nothing greater than correct beliefs and faith. Allah is the creator of the entire universe. He does not need anything from people and others; rather every creature of Allah needs the help of Him.”
Mawlana Abdol-Hamid emphasized on the importance of worship and remembrance of Allah and its necessity, saying that all prophets and close servants of the Almighty worshipped only Him. The companions and households of the prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, also were lovers of Allah; they did not love the worldly tools. Instead, they loved to carry out good deeds and worship Allah. We are impressed by the beauties of the world, but they gave importance to the spiritual beauties.
The Sunni Khateeb called on the audience to earn Halal and legal aliment next to preparation for the Hereafter life.
All Must Be Careful of Internal Sectarian Groups
In the second part of his speech, Shaikh Abdol-Hamid alluded to some incidents which have taken place recently in Sistan-Baluchistan and termed them ‘fruitless’ attempts to destroy peace of the province.
Khateeb of Sunnis said, “Regrettably discords among different nations have been tensed. We can see how Muslim groups have differences and there is no peace and calm in many Muslim societies. In irritant events we observe how innocent people lose their lives; all of them are the results of scuffles inspired and provoked by internal and foreign enemies.”
The outstanding Sunni leader added more, “We enjoy a good situation of security inside the country and especially in Sistan-Baluchistan. But some elements want to create sectarian disputes to get their personal and partial interests. They want to prefer their personal interests on national interests as they have been striving to destabilize national security.”
Calling all towards vigilance and caution to confront intriguant groups, he said, “Followers of all religious sects and ethnic groups should be careful and alert over provoking steps of some sinister elements. There is Islamic fraternity and we have kinship in the province. We must not be influenced by incitement of people who do not give any value to unity and peace.”
Shaikh Abdol-Hamid made it clear some internal and external hands were involved in creating disputes as they cannot tolerate peace and solidarity in the province. Some people see their interests in insecurity and displeasure of people; thus they do not want the region progressed. Fanatic groups are afraid and worried over the special attention of the government to this less-developed province.
“Islam calls on all to be united and live as brothers; I must clarify it that creating disputes is ignorance. The groups who blasphemy sanctities of Shia or Sunni Muslims by media or any other way, they cannot be called ‘friends’. We do not see any difference between various sects and ethnic communities live in our province; it is not a policy but our belief,” he underlined.
The member of the IUMS further said, “The Iranian leader believes in unity but some people who proclaim to be zealous followers of the leader chant sectarian slogans; certainly he does not corroborate such people. We are against violence and insecurity. Anti-peace moves in the region will end up without any fruit; only fraternity and stability will remain steadfast.”
He concluded his points by saying, “All people, Ulama and officials must be alert to forbid elements that disguise themselves and infiltrate in government departments and society to create discord and problem. Sometimes, the enemy disguises himself in a holy dress to damage us. Thus we should have enough vigilance to defuse the plots of enemies.”