The Divine Decision –
Prior to leaving Mecca for the Battle of Badr, the non-Muslim leaders of Mecca held onto the drapes of the House of Allah, the Exalted, the Kaaba, and pleaded to Allah, the Exalted, to grant victory to the group He favoured. In this regard, Allah, the Exalted, revealed chapter 8 Al Anfal, verse 19:
“If you [disbelievers] seek the decision [i.e., victory] – the decision [i.e., defeat] has come to you. And if you desist [from hostilities], it is best for you; but if you return [to war], We will return, and never will you be availed by your [large] company at all, even if it should increase; and [that is] because Allāh is with the believers.”
This has been discussed in Tafsir Ibn Kathir, Volume 4, Pages 281-282 and in Imam Wahidi’s, Asbab Al Nuzul, 8:19, Page 82.
Allah, the Exalted, fulfilled their plea and granted victory to the Muslims. Therefore, the non-Muslims of Mecca should have paid attention to this clear sign and sincerely repented to Allah, the Exalted.
Generally speaking, it is important for a Muslim to be observant in their daily life and avoid being too self-absorbed in their own worldly matters so that they become heedless over the things which are occurring around them and the things which have already occurred. This is an important quality to possess as it is an excellent way to strengthen one’s faith which in turn helps one to remain obedient to Allah, the Exalted, at all times. For example, when a Muslim observes a sick person they should not only aid them by whatever means they possess, even if it is only a supplication, but they should reflect on their own health and understand that they too will eventually lose their good health either by an illness, ageing or even death. This should inspire them to be grateful for their good health and show this through their actions by taking advantage of their good health in both worldly and religious matters which are pleasing to Allah, the Exalted.
When they observe the death of a rich person they should not only feel sad for the deceased and their family but realise that one day which is unknown to them they will die also. They should understand that just like the rich person was abandoned by their wealth, fame and family at their grave so will they too be left only with their deeds in their grave. This will encourage them to prepare for their grave and the hereafter.
This attitude can and should be applied to all things one observes. A Muslim should learn a lesson from everything around them which has been advised in the Holy Quran. Chapter 3 Alee Imran, verse 191:
“…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.””
Those who behave in this manner will strengthen their faith on a daily basis whereas those who are too self-absorbed in their worldly life will remain heedless which may lead them to their destruction.
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