We believe that a true and comprehensive
understanding of Islam would not be possible without careful recognition of the
Prophetic Tradition and the Prophet's Household. And Allah is the Source of Strength.
Not Sharing Sustenance Is Denying Allah's Favors
" As Muslims, we come along so many modern day role models who try to depict the true version of Islam or a version which may take us close to Allah. From the Malangs who leave the worldly aspirations only to live the life of a darvesh, the royals who spend billions on their own lavish lifestyle as well as public charities, the Ulemas who stick with a certain physical attire and lifestyle (usually is monotonous).
Imam Ali (AS) said that he who exceeds the way of the Prophet (SAW) is ruined, while who stays behind the Prophet (SAW) is also ruined.
The concept of a believer in Islam is someone who continues to strive for the betterment of self, family and society, spiritually, financially, intellectually, physically, who make the lives easy for others.
The Prophet (SAW) had wives and children, he (SAW) spent time with friends and family and he (SAW) spent time for remembrance of Allah. Imam Hassan's (AS) dastarkhawan (offering of food to the poor on a daily basis) was famous. It is said that Imam Hussain (AS) purchased the land of Kerbala from Bani Asad and gifted it back to them for custodianship before his martyrdom. This points to the financial stability of the Ahlulbayt (AS).
Allah has said that those who were given a better sustenance than others, then to acknowledge the favors of Allah, the sustenance must be shared (Quran Surah 16 Ayah 71). Whether this sustenance is interpreted as food, money, property, wisdom, knowledge, strength, it is our right to acquire the best of them and excel in them, and to pay our due, we must share it with others.
Attaining education and financial wellbeing is a right of every believer and once the pinnacle is achieved, we must not forget our obligation on spreading our Naymat (blessings) with others, even if it is as little as giving a sincere advise. "
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