TLDR;
This sermon discusses the concept of ghirah (protective jealousy) in Islam, highlighting its importance for both men and women in maintaining a righteous society. It explains that ghirah is a natural characteristic instilled by Allah, which manifests as a change of heart and a rise in anger when witnessing something impermissible. The sermon emphasises that men have a duty to protect their women folk from fitna (temptation and trials) and that a lack of ghirah can lead to societal decay. It also touches on women's jealousy and its connection to a husband's righteousness. The sermon concludes with a warning against being a "dayyouth" (a man who lacks ghirah) and the consequences thereof.
- Ghirah is a natural characteristic from Allah, a protective jealousy when something haram is committed.
- Men have a duty to protect their women from fitna.
- Lack of ghirah leads to societal decay.
- Dayyouth (man who lacks ghirah) will be forbidden from entering Jannah.
Introduction to Ghirah [5:27]
The sermon begins by introducing the topic of ghirah, which is described as a change of heart that occurs when one witnesses something upsetting or impermissible according to Islamic law (Sharia). It's a feeling of anger that rises when something isn't as it should be. Ghirah is not only a human characteristic but also an attribute of Allah. The speaker references hadith to support this, stating that nothing has more ghirah than Allah.
Allah's Ghirah and its Manifestation [7:22]
The speaker explains that Allah's ghirah is invoked when believers engage in forbidden acts (haram). This protective jealousy rises for His religion (deen). The sermon highlights the severity of zina (unlawful sexual activity), stating that nothing provokes Allah's ghirah more. The speaker quotes a hadith where the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) warns that if people knew the severity of these sins, they would laugh little and weep much.
Ghirah and the Slander of Aisha (RA) [11:18]
The speaker references the historical incident when people slandered Aisha (RA), the Prophet's wife, accusing her of zina. This act provoked Allah's ghirah for her, as she was a pious worshipper and the mother of the believers. As a result, Allah revealed ten verses in the Quran to defend her innocence, which will be recited until the end of time. This illustrates that ghirah is a protective jealousy over something one cares about and loves.
Examples of Ghirah Among the Sahabah [12:35]
The sermon provides examples of ghirah among the Sahabah (companions of the Prophet). One Sahabi stated that if he found a man with his wife, he would strike him with his sword. The Prophet (peace be upon him) responded by saying that he is even more jealous than that man and that Allah is more jealous than him. Another Sahabi, upon finding a man with his wife, declared he would strike him before gathering witnesses, a statement the Prophet (peace be upon him) praised as an example of protective jealousy.
The Story of Umar (RA) and his Ghirah [15:23]
The speaker narrates a story where the Prophet (peace be upon him) saw himself in Jannah (paradise) and noticed a woman performing wudu (ablution) near a palace. Upon learning that the palace belonged to Umar (RA), the Prophet (peace be upon him) quickly turned away, remembering Umar's ghirah over his family. Umar (RA) wept upon hearing this, expressing his unworthiness to offend the Prophet (peace be upon him). This story highlights Umar's intense ghirah and the Prophet's respect for it.
The Story of Zubair (RA) and his Wife [17:47]
The sermon recounts the story of Zubair (RA) and his wife, who carried date stones on her head from his land, about two miles away. One day, the Prophet (peace be upon him) offered her a ride on his camel, but she felt shy due to the presence of other men. Zubair (RA) later told her that it was more shameful for him that she had to work so hard and be seen in the streets than for her to ride with the Prophet (peace be upon him). This illustrates that a man's ghirah stems from not wanting other men to see his wife in a state of hardship or immodesty.
The Importance of Ghirah in Society [23:25]
The speaker emphasises that ghirah plays a vital role in protecting women from fitna and maintaining a healthy society. He quotes Imam Ahmad, who stated that when modesty (haya) dies in men, haya also dies in women. When men stop caring about their women folk, the women may lose their modesty. The speaker stresses that men have a duty to have ghirah towards their women, just as the Prophet (peace be upon him) did.
The Role of Men and the Consequences of Neglect [26:11]
The sermon asserts that real men have protective jealousy and control over their women folk. Men should not be weaklings who allow anything and everything to happen. Allah has given men authority and they will be questioned about their flock (family). The speaker warns against living in the West if one cannot practice their deen (religion) and encourages making hijra (migration) if necessary. He concludes by stating that if men lack ghirah, they should not be surprised when their women are not practicing Islam properly.
Ghirah in Women [29:18]
The speaker acknowledges that jealousy exists in women as well, citing the example of the mothers of the believers who were jealous of each other. Aisha (RA) admitted to feeling jealous of Khadija (RA), the Prophet's first wife, due to the Prophet's deep love for her. The speaker suggests that when men are proper husbands, their wives will naturally feel protective and jealous over them, seeing them as valuable and worth fighting for.
The Dayyouth and the Importance of Maintaining Ghirah [31:14]
The sermon concludes with a warning against being a "dayyouth," a man who has no ghirah and does not care about the behaviour of his women folk. The Prophet (peace be upon him) stated that a dayyouth will be forbidden from entering Jannah and that Allah will not look at him with mercy on the Day of Judgment. The speaker urges men to increase their levels of ghirah, which will encourage women to follow suit. He reiterates that ghirah is essential for a healthy society and that its loss leads to people going astray.