Amr bil maroof wa nahi anil munkar ka byan

Amr bil maroof wa nahi anil munkar ka byan discusses the obligation of enjoining good and forbidding evil, its virtue, its conditions, its etiquette, and its degrees. It also discusses the qualities of the one who enjoins good and forbids evil. The harms of abandoning enjoining good and forbidding evil are also made clear.

Here is a more detailed explanation of each point:

• Obligation of enjoining good and forbidding evil:

• This is a religious duty incumbent upon all Muslims. It is based on the Quranic verse: “Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good, enjoining what is right and forbidding what is wrong.” (3:104)

• Virtue of enjoining good and forbidding evil:

• This is a great act of worship that is rewarded by Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Whoever enjoins good and forbids evil is like a lamp that guides people in the darkness.” (Tirmidhi)

• Conditions of enjoining good and forbidding evil:

•  There are certain conditions that must be met in order for enjoining good and forbidding evil to be valid. These conditions include:
  • The one who enjoins good and forbids evil must have knowledge of what is right and wrong.
  • The one who enjoins good and forbids evil must have the intention of seeking Allah’s pleasure.
  • The one who enjoins good and forbids evil must do so in a gentle and kind manner.

• Etiquette of enjoining good and forbidding evil:

• There are certain etiquettes that should be observed when enjoining good and forbidding evil. These etiquettes include:
  • Starting with oneself and one’s family.
  • Advising the person in private.
  • Being gentle and kind in one’s speech.
  • Avoiding arguments and debates.

• Degrees of enjoining good and forbidding evil:

• There are three degrees of enjoining good and forbidding evil:
  • By the hand: This is the highest degree and involves physically preventing someone from doing something wrong.
  • By the tongue: This involves speaking out against something wrong.
  • By the heart: This involves disapproving of something wrong in one’s heart.

• Qualities of the one who enjoins good and forbids evil:

• The one who enjoins good and forbids evil should be:
  • Knowledgeable about Islam.
  • Patient and kind.
  • Wise and discerning.
  • Courageous and strong-willed.

• Harms of abandoning enjoining good and forbidding evil:

• Abandoning enjoining good and forbidding evil can lead to a number of harms, including:
  • The spread of evil.
  • The weakening of the Muslim community.
  • The displeasure of Allah.