AhlulBayt News Agency: The Holy Quran emphasizes that the degree of one’s belief in God determines the degree of one’s power to act.
In other words, Tawheed (monotheism) causes human capability to multiply infinitely.
When Prophet Moses (AS) commanded the Bani Isra’il to enter the Holy Land, they refused out of fear of the powerful people living there, saying: “We will never enter until they leave it” (Verse 22 of Surah Al‑Ma’idah). However, the Quran quotes two men who possessed notable qualities: first, they were God‑fearing and feared none but Him; second, “Allah had bestowed His grace upon them” — they were blessed with divine Wilayat (guardianship). As a result, they were certain that once they entered, victory was inevitable:
“Enter upon them through the gate; and when you enter it, you will surely be victorious.” (Verse 23 of Surah Al‑Ma’idah)
These verses teach us that the more firmly we believe, the greater the power we gain. Monotheism elevates human strength beyond limits. The Quran states that the armies of the heavens and the earth belong solely to God’s dominion and command:
“And to Allah belong the armies of the heavens and the earth, and Allah is Mighty, Wise.” (Verse 4 of Surah Al‑Fath)
To better understand how heaven and earth become God’s armies, let us revisit the story of Pharaoh’s pursuit across the Nile.
When the Bani Isra’il fled by night and later reached the sea, they found themselves trapped — the sea ahead and Pharaoh’s heavily armed army behind. At that moment, two perspectives arose: the earthly view of the Bani Isra’il, who said “We are surely overtaken!” (Inna lamudrakun), and the heavenly view of Moses (AS), who declared with certainty:
“No! Indeed, with me is my Lord; He will guide me.” (Verse 62 of Surah Ash‑Shu‘ara)
When the sea was parted and Pharaoh’s army entered, what had once been their strength turned into their downfall. Their offensive and defensive weapons — the heavy iron armor and tools they relied on — became the very cause of their destruction, leading all to drown.
These verses do not encourage reckless warfare; rather, they counsel perseverance upon divine values, limits, and duties. And if war is imposed upon you, be absolutely certain that God is with you.
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