Love and Devotion: Foundations of Islamic Spirituality - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi

Friday Juma KhutbaFebruary 14th, 2025- Feb 14th is also Valentine’s Day, a day for expressing love, which some Muslim societies have adopted due to Western society influences. - Dedicating one day to specific relationships (e.g., Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day) can lead to neglecting everyday responsibilities toward loved ones. - Islam teaches that every day is an opportunity to honor and love family: - Every day is Father’s Day and Mother’s Day. - Every Friday is a day to make one’s wife and children happy. - Imām ‘Ali (a) quotes the Prophet (s): “Buy fruits and meat for your family every Friday so they feel happy.” - Imām al-Bāqir (a) emphasized the importance of love in faith: "Religion is love, and love is religion." - He linked love with faith through Qur'anic verses (3:31, 49:7). - The concept of wilayat is rooted in love for Allah, the Prophet (s), and the Imām of the Time. - Islam balances love for God with love for family and worldly blessings. - Love for family should align with love for God. - If a conflict arises, love for God takes precedence. - A metaphor explains this balance: - The moon revolves around the earth while also revolving around the sun. - Similarly, love for God is the primary relationship, and love for others exists within that greater love. - Qur’anic verse 9:24 warns against prioritizing worldly relationships and possessions over Allah, His Messenger, and striving in His way. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)