Kalima

Words [Kalima] of Shahadat [Testimony] in the perspective of Islamic Philosophy is of 3 kinds:

1: Kalima of Ordinary people, which is based on tradition and rote reading.

2: Kalima of Scholars, which is based on their curriculum.

3: Kalima of Momin is based on knowledge & personal experience. This Kalima is not spoken nor written but it is the testimony or feeling of strong connection of Param Atma / Allah / God within the self (nafs). 

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Vibrant Words Of The Book Quran

We have confined most of the vibrant words of the Book Quran with the Biblical Concepts like:

Allah becomes God,

Malaikah becomes Angel,

Iblees become Satan,

Adam becomes 1st man,

Kitab becomes a physical book of 114 chapters,

Ibadat becomes worship,

Salat becomes ritual prayers,

Dua becomes begging,

Zakat becomes 2.5% annual charity,

Saum becomes 29/30 days fasting,

Hajj becomes annual pilgrimage to Mecca,

Jihad becomes holy war

Word arabiyan becomes language of Arabs,

Rasul becomes dead person buried in Madina,

Masjid Haram becomes Mosque in Mecca, 

Masjid Aqsa becomes Mosque in Jerusalem,

Jannah becomes garden in Heaven,

Jahannum becomes pit of fire,

Words like Muslims, Momins, Yahood, Nasara, Mushrik, Kafir, Fasiq, Munafiq becomes communities rather than mindsets ...

There are lot of  more words which need to be probe deeply in order to bring the actual message of the Quran.

Written by Ahle Aqal

QURANIC ARABIC AND MODERN ARABIC.

Frequently asked Question put forward to me by my ex Muslim, Atheist and Traditional Muslim friends:

Why you can able to understand the book Quran in a different way while Native Arabs, whose mother tongue is Arabic cannot find the fault in traditional translations, and they accept it wholeheartedly? Are you smarter than literate Arabs or you are an apologetic Muslim?

Their question is like Isaac Newton was an English Scientist. He wrote his entire thesis in English; does that mean all Native English literate must know Physics very well?

Similarly the topic of the book Quran is a specialized subject of Human Psychology. This subject is not for all. It is only for those who are interested, has passion, ready to unearth the old Classical Arabic, waste his time and energy to decode this ancient scripture.

Why today's Arab literate cannot understand the Arabic of the book Quran?

I will explain this by giving example. See below how language evolves.

Geoffrey Chaucer (1343CE-1400 CE) has been called father of English Literature and English Poetry. 

William Shakespeare (1564 CE - 1616 CE) born after 221 years of Geoffrey Chaucer was also a English play writer and poet.

Ian Mcwan British novelist and screen writer, he is among the 50 greatest British writers since 1945. 

All these 3 gentlemen are from different time period but their native language is English. 

At the time of Geoffrey Chaucer the meaning of word NICE was stupid, foolish, ignorant and silly, now we all know nice means enjoyable, pleasant and likeable. 

Another example is word HAPPY which originally meant fortunate or lucky today it means content, cheerful and untroubled. These are just few examples before I come to the main matter.

Geoffrey Chaucer lived in Middle English period (1066 CE to 1500 CE). Today even an honorable writer in the class of Ian Mcwan won't be able to understand the Middle English literature of Geoffrey Chaucer's time although he is Englishman without the help of lexicon of Middle English.

Just like English; Arabic too is divided into 3 segments, Old Arabic, Classical Arabic (Quranic Arabic) and Modern standard Arabic (MSA) in late 19th Century and early 20th Century.

All the present and past translations are done on the line of Biblical stories, ignoring Classical Arabic, Classical format of narration, context and grammar. Therefore the essence of the crux of the message of the book Quran is lost.

Question still remains, are you smarter than all the Arab world and Islamic scholars?

This question I cannot answer.

Salam / Peace. 

Ahle aqal clarifies

 

These are my answers to some pertinent and perennial questions put forth to me from various quarters:  

 

How the book Quran came into existence? Who wrote the book Quran? Who delivered the Quran? Why don’t you believe in “History of Islam”? If you don’t believe in any human messengers and prophets then who is buried in the grave in Madina???

 

I am very clear, the traditional translators have mixed "Hadith, History, Archaeology and Islamic Architecture" with the translation of the book Quran. They did not rely on the Classical Arabic Lexicons and grammar but heavily dependent on traditional narratives. My take is read, study everything related Islamic theology but keep your own intellect above everything with the Arabic text of the book Quran.

 

The physical Kaba, Masjid Haraam, Masjid Aqsa, Safa, Marwah, Arafat, etc are just Old Teaching Models to demonstrate what the actual message of the book Quran is. We have taken metaphysical symbols as literal name of the places.

No offence intended, if so called Quran alone followers search the meanings of these Quranic terminologies in the context of the book Quran itself rather than conceiving to be true what they have been indoctrinated since childhood.

 

These later Islamic landmarks also have significance value behind it but we are not ready to decode it:

Well of Hajrah, Foot Print of Ibrahim, Black Cube Structure, Black stone, Mataaf, the Pillar of Satan, Grave in Masjid Nabvi, Green Dome, Rawdah, Minaar, Mehraab or etc – These are all part of Islamic Architecture which signifies hidden meanings and immemorial message engraved in it; but sadly we have taken these man-made landmarks as place of visit or place of worship.

As I have said many times that the book Quran is a translated version of Jewish Christian Philosophy – I don’t know the names of delivery boys who delivered the book Quran, neither I am interested to know those names of those who have translated the scripture; I am just interested in the message of Islam and the book Quran - Period.

 

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PRAYER PSYCHOLOGY

Traditional Prayers : A Path to Devotion or Leads to Psychological Disorder?

Connection with your own little divine energy is a fundamental part of spirituality, meant to bring peace, reflection, and a deeper connection with Big Eternal Energy recognized as God in layman terms. 

Prayers that are originally meant as connectors or bridge between us and our inherent God; has taken monotonous and ritualistic form. 

Canonical Prayers are burdensome act rather than a natural inner conversation, it no longer serve its true purpose of connecting with the Divine and Healing one's broken soul / self.

Canonical Prayers, when performed out of obligation and fear of an Authority rather than love and devotion leads to psychological disorder called Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Scrupulosity in prayer, a form of religious OCD, involves excessive worry, guilt and anxiety about whether prayers are performed correctly or if one is pleasing God properly. It leads to uncertain behaviors of unfulfilled feelings of anxiety because they are not getting the desired success which they expect from their canonical religious rituals. 

Religious life is an artificial life of fear and sycophancy 24x7 rather than a life in love or being connected naturally to the Divine Source. The religious behavior stems not from true devotion but from fear of failure, anxiety and a lack of spiritual connection.

The Difference Between Sincere Connection and OCD-Driven Prayer.

1. True Connection: A true connection does not require ritual Prayers. It is a spontaneous act, cultivating inner peace, spiritual growth, and awareness of Source / Eternal Energy. It should be done with an urge to seek knowledge of the Source of our entity rather than out of fear or compulsion.

2. OCD-Driven Prayers: When canonical prayer is forced upon, it is not natural but due to fear of punishment, it can become distressing rather than uplifting. Instead of bringing peace, it leads to guilt, anxiety, and a never-ending cycle of bondage and servitude.

Does God Require Time Bound Canonical Prayers?

All religious scriptures are for spiritual awakening and enlightenment. There are no prayers in scriptures but cures for our mental or spiritual illness. God does not require excessive repetition of words or fear-driven rituals. 

The Quran states:

"And when My servants ask you concerning Me, then verily I am near; I answer the prayer of the supplicant when he calls on Me. So let them respond to Me and believe in Me, that they may be guided aright." (2:186)

"Call upon your Lord humbly and privately; indeed, He does not like transgressors." (7:55)

Dua is a call, a prayer and a invitation.

Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and good instruction, and argue with them in a way that is best. Indeed, your Lord is most knowing of who has strayed from His way, and He is most knowing of who is [rightly] guided. (16:125)

Similarly, in the Bible, Jesus warned against excessive words in prayer:

Matthew 6:5-13 King James Version (KJV)

And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Daniel, known for his unwavering faith, prayed alone in his room, facing Jerusalem, even when such acts of worship were outlawed (Daniel 6:10)

These teachings suggest that there are no traditional Prayers. The prayers should be sincere and free from monotonous and excessive words. Silence is the language of God.

Breaking Free from Compulsive Prayer:

For those who are struggling with meticulousness or scrupulosity, it's essential to comprehend that God is not a Dictator just waiting to catch you if you miss prayers or make mistakes in Prayers. God is a Mercurial Energy that we need to understand and act accordingly. Trust, Faith and Belief must be based on deep knowledge, empathy, mindfulness and testimony; not on unknown fear and compulsion. 

Here are some steps to liberate or achieve freedom from compulsive Prayer Habits:

1. Trust in Natural Justice: Understand that sincere actions matters more than the number of times the ritual prayers are performed. Prayers cannot avert Natural Justice of Cause and Effect. Traditional Prayers gives temporary placebo effect.

2. Focus on Connecting with Nature. Not Rituals: Instead of repeating the same alien words over and over again in Prayers, engage in personal reflection, seeking knowledge, learning and experiencing the connection.

3. Understand what is a Prayer: If you feel the urge or a call then go and attend that call, that's your duty, thats your call. Your call is your Prayer. Lip service is not Prayer. To repeat same prayers excessively, repetitively is not Prayers but deceiving your own selves.

4. Prayer is a call which comes from inside and not from loudspeakers or from some external source.

5. Connection brings peace, soundness and not distress. Ritual prayer causes placebo for a very short period of time that's why it's need timely recharge. Therefore missing the timings of the prayers causes stress, anxiety when not able to attend on time. 

Whereas Spiritual Connection is 24x7 experience / feeling of bliss of being Connected.

Conclusion

A real Prayer should be a liberating experience, not a burden. Monotonous prayers endlessly out of fear or compulsion may indicate a deeper struggle, such as continuous insecurity. God / Eternal Energy values a sincere frequency and vibrations of heart over mechanical rituals and superficial words. 

Connection is not an act of worship or forceful obedience. Connection bring peace, awareness, and empathy with all the divine beings around us. 

If canonical prayers becomes a source of burden or distress, it is a time to rethink our approach and seek a more meaningful and mindful relationship with God the Eternal Energy 🙏

MAJOR MISUNDERSTANDINGS IN THE RELIGION ISLAM

MAJOR MISUNDERSTANDINGS IN THE RELIGION ISLAM.

ALLAH AND RASUL HAS THE PIVOTAL ROLE TO PLAY IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF ISLAM. 

UNFORTUNATELY THE "MUSLIMS" HAVE CONFINED THEIR ALLAH IN THE SKY OR IN THE CONCRETE CEMENT ROOMS CALLED MASJID. 

FIRST THEY HAVE EXTINGUISHED AN EVER-LIVING LIGHT (NOOR) PERSONIFIED BY THE BOOK QURAN AS MOHAMMAD AND THEN THEY IMAGINED HIM TO BE ALIVE IN THE GRAVE AT A PLACE CALLED MASJID NABVI IN MADINA, SAUDI ARABIA.

THEY HAVE COMPLETELY CLOSED THE ACTIVE STATUS OF MOHAMMAD FROM ALIVE TO DEAD AFTER THAT THEY WANT EVERYONE TO CONNECT WITH THAT “DEAD BODY” WHO IS INSIDE THE GRAVE AND FOLLOW HIS CONCOCTED BIOGRAPHY.

A VIBRANT LIGHT OF OUR LIFE WAS SWITCHED OFF AND CLEVERLY PLANTED AS A HOLY CORPSE LIVING IN A WELL DECORATED GRAVE.

A CUNNING NETWORK OF STORIES WAS WOVEN AROUND THAT "DEAD HOLY PERSON" JUST TO SUPPRESS THE EVER GLOWING GUIDING LIGHT FROM OUR LIFE.

ALLAH A POWERHOUSE OF OUR LIFE IS SHIFTED BEYOND THE REACH OF MASSES.

WE HAVE BEEN FORCED TO READ THE BOOK WHICH WE DON'T UNDERSTAND. THE ORIGINAL BOOK WHICH IS OUR REAL GUIDE IS VEILED, COVERED IN LAYERS UPON LAYERS THUS THE REAL SCRIPT OF LIFE (AL-KITAB WITHIN) IS IGNORED, MOCKED, REJECTED, OVERLOOKED AND REMAINED UNACKNOWLEDGED. 

NO WONDER WHY THE MAJORITY OF "MUSLIMS" AROUND THE WORLD ARE IMPOVERISHED, HUMILIATED, ASTRAYED, UNEDUCATED AND WITHOUT PURPOSE IN LIFE. THEY DON’T RECOGNIZE THEIR TRUE INNER SCRIPT (AL-KITAB), THEY FOLLOW WHICH THEY DON’T UNDERSTAND.

THIS IS BECAUSE THEY HAVE KILLED THEIR LIGHT (NOOR) WITH THEIR OWN HANDS AND LIVING IN DARKNESS BUT DREAMING TO ENTER IN UTOPIAN PARADISE AFTER DEATH.

 

THE WORD OF GOD.

“THE WORDS OF GOD”

To pronounce words we use our mouth, tongue and vocal cords to make sound. God is above all these human organs. God does not speak through words or scripts. God’s language is through signs, frequencies and vibrations which cannot be heard through external ears but felt, experienced and revealed upon the sensing heart.

To confine the every-living message of God in words, books, stone tablets, leafs or in pages is an act of blasphemy. The message of God or the presence of God is everywhere (2:115); we just need to have conscious vision to grasp its essence (6:103-104).  

There are no favorite or sacred languages of God. Aramaic, Classical Arabic, Biblical Hebrew, Sanskrit, Classical Chinese are local languages of the people of those times. God’s language is universal. God is above genders and languages. We laymen use genders and various languages to describe God; a phenomenal Energy which cannot be inferred only by our five senses.

We fight over linguistics, grammar, pronunciations to understand the message of God, but sadly God cannot be found by mere five senses. We ignore heart, mind and other cognitive abilities.

In Quranic terms the communication of God is always through an inspiration (wahi) revealed (nazil) upon thinking individuals in their own mother tongue or universally understood language without linguistic skills (arbiyan). Man chooses language just as medium to convey the message he received from his own conscience and consciousness. In Quranic term such knowledge or guidance is called ilmi laduni in Islamic terminology (18:65) (20:99). Readers can also refer verses 3:8, 3:38, and 27:7. This guidance / knowledge is not dependent on references from books but direct without any intermediaries.

God does not have any specific sacred language. Books are not written by God. The message is directly inspired by God; written, read and studied by men. 

The emergences of all languages are result of human necessity to communicate with other human beings. To understand the inspired message it must be written by scribes. And moreover we must also have thorough understanding of those old languages and their style of constructing a narrative.

We cannot understand old Arabic vocabularies with the help of Modern Standard Arabic Dictionaries. 

God's words are not language based, they are signs (ayaats) revealed to chosen ones who makes an effort to think out of box. These inspired signs are later written by those who know how to write.

Having said that, only knowing the roots of the language is not sufficient we need to understand the position / sequence of the context too. Context is the King while deciding the root of the word during the translation of any old scripture. 

Silence is the language of God, inspired men convert it in the speech of their community. If we need to understand God's word we need to understand the written script of those times. God does not speak in words.

 

QURANIC ARABIC IS A ROOT WORD LANGUAGE. 

Roots are important part of etymology to infer the depth of meaning of the words.

The Quranic language is in old Arabic therefore it is not easy to find roots of some words, but once the root is found it becomes more easy to deduce and reach the essence of the meaning and the message.

Necessity to communicate in a better way facilitates the process to articulate the language in a refine manner. Very often context also helps to infer the content if our deduction of words are proper.

The evolution of all the language is a continuous process, those languages that do not evolve die. 

To understand an old scripture we need to go to it's original narrative format of that time. All the old scriptures are written in figurative depiction personified in symbolic language, such written format in religion is called theophany.