The height of God’s mercy
"It can be said with certainty that the
appointment of Islam's holy Prophet is the most blessed and greatest
incident that has happened for the humans in the course of history"
(Feb. 8, 2024). "Mab’ath is a very great day. We must understand the
significance of Mab’ath" (March 22, 2020). In short, perhaps it can be
said that "the Bi’tha of the Seal of the Prophets is an event that
should be compared with the first creation of human beings” (Jan. 21,
1993).“It could be said that Bi’tha has divided human history into two
eras: the pre-Islamic era and the post-Islamic era” (July 30, 2008).
And it can be asserted that "the Bi’tha of the Seal of the Prophets
(pbuh) surpasses all significant and minor events throughout the
entirety of human history” (Nov. 28, 1997). In fact, “the blessing of
Bi’tha and the appointment of the Holy Prophet (pbuh) to prophethood for
humanity was greater than all the divine blessings throughout history”
(June 30, 2011). “The appointment of the Holy Prophet (pbuh) to
prophethood is the greatest gift ever given by Almighty God to all of
humanity.” (Feb. 18, 2023). The reason for this is that “his appointment
to prophethood brought treasures for humankind that are never-ending. …
These treasures can ensure human beings’ felicity in their lives, even
in their lives in this world before the Hereafter” (Feb. 18, 2023).
Monotheism is a treasure that nothing can match in terms of its weight
and importance, “because worshiping God frees humankind from slavery and
servitude to others” (Feb. 18, 2023). Purification is another gift, “He
purifies them” (Quran 3:164). Purification is in fact the medicine that
frees humankind from corruption. It is purification that removes and
cleans away the various moral vices from human society, from people’s
beings, and purifies people’s hearts” (Feb. 18, 2023). Teaching the Book
is another of the gifts, “And he teaches them the Book” (Quran 3:164).
“Teaching the Book means lives come under the direction of divine
guidance” (Feb. 18, 2023). And [there is also] wisdom, “And he teaches
them the Book and wisdom” (Quran 3:164). “This means that society should
be directed by reason, wisdom, sagacity, and intellect” (Feb. 18,
2023). Another gift is the teaching of resistance. Resistance is the
secret to achieving goals (Feb. 18, 2023). Another unique treasure is
“justice. This means justice without discrimination, whether concerning
economic issues, in the field of humanistic issues, or social justice in
general” (Feb. 18, 2023). Furthermore, “one of the most important
treasures, which unfortunately is not given enough attention to, is
being firm and impervious when facing ill-wishers” (Feb. 18, 2023).
Because “human societies normally suffer due to the influence of their
enemies” (Feb. 18, 2023). “Being influenced by an enemy, a foreign
power, or an ill-wisher means that you have no authority of your own.
They come, and your society becomes like an unconscious person who can
be injected with whatever they please for them to take control of it”
(Feb. 18, 2023). One of the treasures is “kindness, affection,
sincerity, and cordiality between individuals in a society” (Feb. 18,
2023). One of the treasures that always exists is “a person avoiding and
not helping the transgressors and the evildoers in the world” (Feb. 18,
2023). Another of these thousands of precious treasures is “becoming
free from the chains of ignorance, prejudice, inactivity, stagnation,
and such things” (Feb. 18, 2023). “If we only consider two values from
among all Islamic values – an increase in rationality and the
cultivation of morality … we will confirm that Islam has given the best
gift and the means for felicity to humanity” (March 1, 2022). Because of
this, “Eid al-Mab'ath is an Eid for all human beings, not only for
Muslims” (Sept. 2, 2005). In other words, "It is an Eid for all of
humanity ... because from the first moments of the Bi’tha and the start
of revelation to the Holy Prophet (pbuh), all of the means needed for
the good and improvement of human society have existed in the verses of
the Quran [for them]” (Feb. 13, 1991). From this point of view, “the
appointment of the Prophet to prophethood (Bi’tha) was a manifestation
of God’s utmost mercy to humankind and humanity” (April 14, 2018). And
the truth is that "there are many people in the world today who have not
placed themselves directly in the path of the rays coming from the
Prophet's Bi’tha – that is, the non-Muslims. However, these people too
have benefited from the blessings of this Bi’tha” (Nov. 28, 1997).
A mission to save humanity and establishing the system of good
“Bi'tha has different aspects. The beams
of light emanating from Bi'tha are not just one or two things” (June 18,
2012). In other words, "Bi’tha belongs to human beings. It is for human
beings. Human beings are infinite and possess abundant dimensions. They
are not limited to this physical body, matter, and the temporary life
of this world. They are not limited in spirituality either. They are not
limited to a specific period in history. ... Bi’tha is for people. It
is for the destiny and the guidance of people” (Nov. 17, 1998). With
this description, although it is impossible to accurately define the
entirety of the Bi’tha or cover all its aspects, a part of it can be
described in a few points. Firstly, "the Holy Prophet's Bi’tha was
primarily an invitation to monotheism. Monotheism is not merely a
philosophical, intellectual theory. Rather, it is a way of life for
human beings.” (Sept. 24, 2003). The second point is that “in several
places, the Holy Quran refers to the sending down of messengers and
prophets. This is described as ‘Bath’ [literally ‘to appoint or send’]. …
The mission of the prophets was to transform. Their movement was not an
ordinary movement simply for the sake of bringing some lessons.” (Apr.
3, 2019). Rather, it means that “the inspiration and sending of prophets
leads to the inspiration of people and society. As a result of this,
people are propelled into action” (March 11, 2021). In other words,
“Mab'ath means inspiration for the salvation of human beings and
humanity. Mab'ath means establishing the system of good and peace among
the human community” (May 5, 2016). For example, “Plato and Socrates
were individuals who taught certain things to people, but their mission
is not classified as being Bi’tha. The duty of prophets was not the
same. The prophets’ job was related to Bi’tha. The Bi’tha of the Holy,
Great Prophet of Islam was the best, most comprehensive, most complete,
most permanent one” (April 3, 2019). Thirdly, “the Holy Prophet's (pbuh)
Bi'tha was a Bi'tha of mercy. With this Bi'tha, divine mercy was
bestowed on God's servants, and this path was opened up for people.
Bi'tha brought up the topics of justice, security, and health” (July 10,
2010). In other words, the purpose of Bi’tha was to "bring good news of
a peaceful life, a life filled with justice, and a life in accordance
with human creation” (July 10, 2010). If we want to explain this in a
better way, we should say, "The Prophet's (pbuh) Bi’tha, was a practical
move to bring human beings to the final stage of personal, mental, and
spiritual perfection on the one hand, and to a superior social life and
the improvement of the society on the other hand” (Dec. 20, 1995).
Therefore, "from the first moments of the Bi’tha and the revelation to
the Holy Prophet (pbuh), the Quran has brought all the various means to
benefit and improve human society” (Feb. 13, 1991). Fourthly, "every one
of the divine prophets who came led the wandering human caravan toward
perfection, knowledge, ethics, and justice, bringing them one step
closer to the level of human perfection. All the wisdom that human
beings have accumulated throughout history is due to the teachings of
the prophets” (Sept. 2, 2005). And "undoubtedly, human sciences and
civilization, good morals among human beings, good habits, and many
other such things - though they may not appear directly linked to
religions - fundamentally originate from religions and divine teachings.
At the forefront of these stands the Bi’tha of the Noble Prophet of
Islam (pbuh)” (Nov. 28, 1997). Therefore, "as time passes and people
experience various things, people become aware of the limitations and
harms that exist in their lives. Various aspects and the Bi’tha of the
Noble Prophet show themselves more” (July 20, 2009). Another important
point is that “Bi'tha was not merely a historical event for a specific
era. Rather, it is for all eras in history. (May 16, 2015) “In other
words, Bi’tha is something lasting for human beings” (Jan. 10, 1994).
“That is, whenever spirituality seems to fade from the world and human
beings’ lives, the teachings in the Holy Quran have the ability to
emerge and fill the gaps at any given moment” (Jan. 10, 1994). On the
other hand, “in opposition to Mab'ath stands the front of ignorance”
(May 5, 2016). “Jahiliyyah (ignorance) does not refer to just illiteracy
and unawareness. Of course, illiteracy is a part of it, but it has a
broader meaning. … It includes unawareness, illiteracy, a lack of
knowledge, bad-temperedness, oppression, discrimination, violation of
others’ rights, the trampling of the weak, promiscuity, decadence, and
moral chaos” (March 1, 2022). “Jahiliyyah should not be thought to be a
concern that is related to a specific period of history. … Jahiliyyah
was not particular to one time. Jahiliyyah continues today, just as
Mab'ath continues to the present time” (May 5, 2016). When “the people
of Iran stood behind a great personage like our magnanimous Imam … When
they destroyed the derelict network of the satanic tyrants in the most
important area of the region, Iran, and when they erected an Islamic
structure, this was the continuation of the Holy Prophet’s Bi’tha”
(April 3, 2019). And "our nation considers the movement, the universal
Bi’tha, and the historic national awakening with the Revolution as the
continuation of that great prophetic mission” (Nov. 6, 1999). Those who
are in the front of Jahiliyyah today and “those who are the enemies of
the Islamic Revolution and the Islamic Republic are enemies of the
Islamic Bi’tha and the monotheistic movement” (April 3, 2019).
The Bi’tha of the Islamic Ummah
The final point is that “celebrating
Mab’ath means speaking of the great lessons contained in the Bi’tha of
the Prophet more than just glorifying an honored memory. And today, all
of humanity – especially the Muslims – are in need of these lessons”
(Sept. 24, 2003). The first lesson and duty is that “the Holy Prophet is
a good exemplar. This means he was a role model whom we must follow. He
is on a peak and we need to move from this base toward that peak.
Humankind must move toward that peak to the best of its ability” (Oct.
14, 2022). And the second lesson and duty is that this path is “to
introduce Bi’tha. Primarily, public opinion in the world should
understand the concept and meaning of Bi’tha. This is a very important
point” (April 25, 2017). Thus, "it is our duty as Muslims to show this
message to the people around the world with our behavior, speech, and
determination" (Oct. 25, 2000) Thirdly, "every Muslim has the duty to
implement the Bi’tha of the Prophet in both their personal lives and in
their own world. With faith, deeds, and striving toward the objectives
of the Bi’tha of the Holy Prophet (pbuh), Muslims aim to enter the
Heaven of divine bliss” (Feb. 23, 1990). And fourthly, we need to remain
steadfast, because “the Prophet himself stood firmly. He didn’t say,
‘This is how it is. What can I do about it?’ Some people justify their
weaknesses and shortcomings by saying, ‘That’s just how it is. What can
you do about it?’ This is not the kind of reality that one should submit
to. ... The realities that have been imposed on others using violence
and force must be shattered” (Oct. 5, 2002). And basically,
"steadfastness brings steadfastness. ... The steadfastness that was
demonstrated at the beginning of the Bi’tha led to the extraordinary
steadfastness that existed during the three years in Shi’b Abi Talib. …
This is how the Islamic Ummah flourished. This is the Bi’tha of the
Islamic Ummah" (July 30, 2008). And the most important lesson of all of
the Bi’tha is that "when the will of the people is harmonious with and
subject to God’s will, people are able to accomplish feats that seem
impossible. They can achieve goals that are out of a person’s reach
based on conventional thinking and calculations” (Oct. 14, 2022).
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