The nature of belief, spirituality and creed
Description
In this episode, the fragility of life and how it links with a Muslim's belief in the divine decree is explored. The nature and measure of faith are discussed at a practical level. Examples are given of how faith can increase and decreased whilst remaining stationary. Judging another's belief is also discussed in the context of the prophet's ﷺ life.
References: (click the link it will take you to the English text)
-Hadith of Jibreel- (Sahih Muslim)
-The non-muslim warrior who kept asking to participate in the battle of Badr but was denied until he accepted Islam at the battlefield (Sahih Muslim) https://sunnah.com/muslim:1817
-Hadith of Usamah Ibn Zayd where the prophet asked him did you open his heart to check if he had belief? (Sahih Muslim)
-Hadith of Usamah Ibn Zayd being haunted on the day of judgement by the kalimah (Sahih Muslim)
-An interesting written summary of our discussion on the increase and decrease in faith
-The text of Aqeedah Tahawiyyah (accepted statement of Islamic beliefs)