Idealna ličnost muslimana / The ideal personality of the Muslim

Idealna ličnost muslimana

Idealni muslimanski karakter je poseban i uravnotežen u skladu je sa Kur'anom i sunnetom pslanika a,s. Musliman slijedi učenje Allahove dž,š, Knjige (tj Kur'an) i na primjerima poslanika Muhameda a,s, u svim djelima, odnosima, i situacijama – započinjući svoju vezu sa svojim Gospodarom, sa samim sobom, sa svojom porodicom i ljudima oko sebe. U onome što slijedi je kratak pregled nekih osobina idealne muslimanske ličnosti.

Njegov odnos prema Allahu dž,š: Jedna od najvažnijih karakteristika idealnog muslimana je njegovo duboko uvjerenje u uzvišenog Allaha dž,š, te uvjerenje da sve što se događa i zbiva i što muslimana zadesi, sve se to događa i odvija Allahovom dž,š, voljom. Musliman je u stalnoj vezi sa svojim Gospodarom, stalno Ga spominje i osalanja se samo na Njega.

Njegova vjera i ubjeđenje je čisto i nezagađeno sa bilo kojom vrstom neznanja, praznovjerja ili iluzija. Njegovo vjerovanje i ibadet je zasnovan na Kur'anu i sunnetu poslanika a,s. Musliman je uvjek na oprezu te je konstantno svjestan i budan Allahove veličine. Zna da jedini On uzvišeni ima kontrolu nad svim, svemira i čovječanstva, te da Allah poznaje svaku tajnu. Musliman osjeća u dubini svoje duše da je on u stalnoj potrebi Allaha dž,š, bez obzira na to koliko on može da učini za sebe. Nema izbora u svom životu osim da se pokori Allahu dž,š, da Ga obožava i da ustraje na pravom putu.

Ovo će ga voditi da bude pravedan i pošten u svim svojim djelima, kako javnom tako i privatnom. Musliman prepoznaje znakove neograničenosti Allaha dž,š, u svemiru, te tako svoju vjeru u Allaha povećava, kaže uzvišeni u suri Ali Imran 190-191: U stvaranju nebesa i Zemlje i u izmjeni noći i dana su, zaista, znamenja za razumom obdarene, za one koji i stojeći i sjedeći i ležeći Allaha spominju i o stvaranju nebesa i Zemlje razmišljaju. "Gospodaru naš, Ti nisi ovo uzalud stvorio; hvaljen Ti budi i sačuvaj nas patnje u vatri!

Njegov odnos prema svom tijelu, umu i duši: Musliman vodi brigu o svom tjelesnom zdravlju, intelektualnom i duhovnim potrebama. Vodi brigu o svom tijelu. Aktivan je i ne jede prekmjereno, jede samo onoliko koliko mu je potrebno da njegovo tijelo na oslabi. Razumije da je jak musliman bolji i Allahu dž,š, draži od slabog muslimana. Kaže uzvišeni u suri El-Earaf 31: I jedite i pijte, samo ne pretjerujte; On ne voli one koji pretjeruju.

Musliman se drži podalje od droge, takođe ne zaboravlja da redovno vježba da održi svoju fizičku kondiciju. Takođe musliman čisti svoje tijelo i odjelo, poslanik a,s, je naglasio na čišćenje i redovno kupanje, dakle higijena općenito. Zato nije čudno što je musliman obazriv na sebe, svoju odjeću i izgled, sve to čini u skladu sa islamskim idealom umjerenosti, izbjegava krajnosti, pretjerivanja i nemarnosti. U suri Earaf 32 Allah dž,š, kaže: Reci: "Ko je zabranio Allahove ukrase, koje je On za robove Svoje stvorio, i ukusna jela?" Reci: "Ona su za vjernike na ovome svijetu, na onome svijetu su samo za njih." Eto, tako Mi podrobno izlažemo dokaze ljudima koji znaju.

A što se tiče njegove intelektualne njege, musliman se brine za svoj um koristeći ga za sticanje korisnog znanja. On je odgovoran za sticanje znanja svejedno da li vjerskog ili svjetskog, tako da bi mogao razumjeti i shvatiti prirodu i suštinnu stvari. Kaže uzvišeni u suri Taha 114: I reci: "Gospodaru moj, Ti znanje moje proširi!"

Takođe musliman ne zaboravlja da je čovjek sastavljen iz dva djela tijela i duše, te da posjeduje dušu i osjeća čežnju za većim stvarima koje će ga uzdignuti iznad ovog materijalističkog života. Dakle, musliman pruža pažnju na svoj duhovni, kao i na fizički i intelektualni razvoj, na precizno uravnotežen način koji ne šteti ni jednom aspektu na račun drugog.

Njegov odnos prema svojim roditeljima, musliman je primjer iskrenog poštovanja roditelja. Tretira ih sa ljubaznošću i poštovanjem, krajnje uljudnosti i duboka zahvalnost. Priznaje njihov status i zna svoje obaveze prema njima. Allah dž,š, kaže u suri Nisa 36: I Allahu se klanjajte i nikoga Njemu ravnim ne smatrajte! A roditeljima dobročinstvo činite.

Njegov odnos prema supruzi; musliman predstavlja dobar primjer, ljubazan je i pun poštovanja prema supruzi, duboko razumije prirodu i psihu žene, te ispunjava svoje obaveze i dužnosti prema njoj.

Odnos prama djeci; musliman je roditelj koji razumije svoje odgovornosti prema djeci, pokazuje im svoju ljubav i milost, roditelj je odgovoran za svoje djete i za sve što može da utječe na njihov islamski razvoj, te im je dužan dati odgovarajuće obrazovanje da bi postali aktivni i kostrutivni elementi u društvu, i kao izvor dobrote za njihove roditelje, zajednicu i društvo u cjelini.

Odnos prema rodbini; musliman održava vezu i sa srodstvom te zna svoje obaveze prema njima. On razumije visoki status koji je dat rodbini u islamu, bez obzira n aokolnosti. Odnos prema komšiji; musliman pokazuje dobar tretman i osjećanje prema drugima, nikoga ne maltretira niti okreće glavu od komšije čak ni onda kad učine loše.

Odnos muslimana sa braćom po vjeri i prijateljima je najbolji i najčistiji odnos, jer se zasniva na ljubavi u ime Allaha dž,š. Voli i nije hladan prema njima, odan je i neizdaje, iskren je i ne vara, plemenit je i čini dove za njih.

Odnos muslimana u društvenim odnosima; Musliman je dobro vaspitan, civilizovan je i obnaša vjerske karakteristike na koje ga vjera podstiče. Musliman ne zavidi drugom muslimanu; ispunjava svoja obećanja, strpljiv je i stidljiv. Izbjegava klevetanje i psovke. Ne optužuje druge bespravno, strpljiv je i skroman. Ne mješa se u ono što ga se ne tiče. Izbjegava lažni i sumljiv govor. Kad mu se nešto povjeri on to sačuva, skroman je i nije ohol. Poštuje starije, druži se sa najboljim ljudima, pokušava da pomiri zavađene, poziva druge u islam mudro i jasno, posjećuje bolesne i klanja dženaze umrlim. Pomaže ljudima da rade dobro, olakšava ono što je teško.

Musliman je pravedan u presudama. Nije licemjeran niti je ulizica niti je ohol. Ne hvališe se u postignutim uspjesima i dostignućima, jednostavan je  i nikada nije podmukao, bez obzira na okolnosti. Voli plemenite stvari a mrzi gluposti, velikodušan je i ne traži zauzvrat od drugih ništa na učinjeno dobro. Gostoljubljiv je i ne žali kad mu gost dođe, voli drugima više nego sebi, olakšava i ublažava teret dužniku.

Imamsedin August 19^sti 2016  / 16^sti Zul Qa’dae 1437

The ideal personality of the Muslim

 The ideal Muslim character is distinct and balanced. The Muslim is the embodiment of the teachings of the Qur’an and the Sunnah, in all affairs, relations, and situations – starting with his relationship with his Lord, his own self, his family and the people around him. In what follows is a brief overview of some qualities of the ideal Muslim personality.
 His attitude towards Allah: One of the most distinguishing features of the (ideal) Muslim is his deep faith in Allah, and his conviction that whatever happens in the universe and whatever befalls him, only happens through the will and the decree of Allah. The Muslim is closely connected to Allah, constantly remembers Him, puts his trust in Him and is obedient towards Him. His faith is pure and clear, uncontaminated by any strain of ignorance, superstition or illusion. His belief and worship are based on the Qur’an and the authentic Sunnah.   The Muslim is alert and open-minded to the magnificence of Allah. He knows that it is Allah who is in control of the affairs of the universe and of mankind, and Allah knows all and Witnesses every secret. A Muslim feels in the depths of his soul that he is in constant need of the help and support of Allah, no matter how much he may think he can do for himself. He has no choice in his life but to submit to the will of Allah, worship Him, strive towards the Right Path and do good deeds.  This will guide him to be righteous and upright in all his deeds, both in public and in private.  A Muslim recognizes the signs of the unlimited power of Allah in the universe, and so his faith in Allah increases: Allah says in sura Ali Imran 190-191: Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alternation of the night and the day are signs for those of understanding. Who remember Allah while standing or sitting or [lying] on their sides and give thought to the creation of the heavens and the earth, [saying], Our Lord, You did not create this aimlessly; exalted are You [above such a thing]; then protect us from the punishment of the Fire. His attitude towards his body, mind and soul: The Muslim pays due attention to his body’s physical, intellectual and spiritual needs. He takes good care of his body, promoting its good health and strength. He is active, doesn’t eat in excess; but he eats enough to maintain his health and energy. He understands that a strong believer is more loved by Allah than a weak believer. Allah says in surah Al-A’raaf 31: Eat and drink; but waste not by excess, for Allah loves not the wasters. The Muslim keeps away from drugs and stimulants. He also does not forget to exercise regularly to maintain his physical fitness. The Muslim also keeps his body and clothes very clean. The Prophet placed a great emphasis on cleanliness and bathing. It is no surprise that the Muslim is concerned with his clothing and appearance. The Muslim does all of this in accordance with the Islamic ideal of moderation, avoiding the extremes of exaggeration and negligence. Allah says Al-A’raaf 32: Say, who has forbidden the adornment of Allah, which He has produced for His servants, and the good [lawful] things of provision? Say, they are for those who believe during the worldly life [but] exclusively for them on the Day of Resurrection. Thus do We detail the verses for a people who know.
 As for his intellectual care, the Muslim takes care of his mind by perusing beneficial knowledge. He is responsible to seek knowledge whether it is religious or secular, so he may understand the nature and the essence of things. Allah says in surah Taha 114: And say: My Lord! Increase me in knowledge. The Muslim does not forget that man is not only composed of a body and a mind, but that he also possesses a soul and a spirit, and feels a longing for higher things that make him rise above this materialistic life. Therefore, the Muslim pays as much attention to his spiritual development as to his physical and intellectual development, in a precisely balanced fashion, which does not concentrate on one aspect to the detriment of others. His attitude towards his parents, the Muslim is an example of sincere filial piety. He treats them with kindness and respect, infinite compassion, utter politeness and deep gratitude. He recognizes their status and knows his duties towards them. Allah Says in surah An-Nisa 36: And serve Allah. Ascribe nothing as partner unto Him. (Show) kindness unto parents! With his wife, the Muslim exemplifies good and kind treatment, intelligent handling, deep understanding of the nature and psychology of women, and proper fulfillment of his responsibilities and duties. With his children, the Muslim is a parent who understands his great responsibility towards them which is, as well as flooding them with love and compassion, to pay attention to anything that may influence their Islamic development and give them proper education, so that they become active and constructive elements in society, and a source of goodness for their parents, community, and society as a whole.   With his relatives, the Muslim maintains the ties of kinship and knows his duties towards them. He understands the high status given to relatives in Islam, which makes him keep in touch with them, no matter what the circumstances. With his neighbors, the Muslim illustrates good treatment and consideration of others’ feelings and sensitivities. He puts up with mistreatment and turns a blind eye to his neighbor’s faults while taking care not to commit any such errors himself. The Muslim relationship with his brothers and friends is the best and purest of relationships, for it is based on love for the sake of Allah. He is loving, not cold towards them; he is loyal and does not betray them; he is sincere and does not cheat them; he is gentle and never harsh; he is tolerant and forgiving; he is generous and he supplicates for them (his brothers and friends). In his social relationships with all people, the Muslim is well mannered, civil and noble, characterized by the attitudes, which Islam encourages. The Muslim does not envy others. He fulfills his promises. He has the attitude of shyness. He is cheerful. He is not pushy. He is patient. He avoids slandering or uttering obscenities. He does not unjustly accuse others. He is shy and modest. He does not interfere in that which does not concern him. He refrains from gossiping, spreading slander and stirring up trouble. He avoids false speech and suspicion. When he is entrusted with a secret, he keeps it. He is modest and never arrogant. He does not make fun of anyone. He respects his elders. He mixes with the best of people.  He strives to reconcile between the Muslims. He calls others to Islam with wisdom and beautiful preaching. He visits the sick and attends funerals. He returns favors and is grateful for them. He guides people to do good. He always likes to make things easy and not difficult. The Muslim is fair in his judgments. He is not a hypocrite, a sycophant or a show-off. He does not boast about his deeds and achievements. He is straightforward and is never devious or twisted, no matter what the circumstances. He loves noble things and hates foolishness. He is generous and does not remind others of his gifts or favors. He is hospitable and does not complain when a guest comes to him. He prefers others to himself as much as possible. He relieves the burden of the debtor. He is proud and does not think of begging. 

Imamsedin August 19^sti 2016  / 16^sti Zul Qa’dae 1437