Sheikh Sudais of the Kaaba

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The cuddly Imam Sheikh Sudais, who’s a celebrity for all muslims who swoon over his melodious and mesmerizing qirat paid a visit to Pakistan, which will be cherished for a long time. May Allah grant Imam Sudais a long and health life.

He prayed for Pakistan, its prosperity, advised the nation on unity and peace. Shunned extremism and prayed for success of Gen Musharraf’s policies for Pakistan and the Islamic world and prayed for unity and prosperity of the entire ummah.

In the 3rd phase of his trip Sheikh Sudais after coming to Isl from Lhr lead the friday prayers at Faisal Masjid and on Saturday visited the President’s House and lead Zuhr prayer there.

At least 2 news channels, Aryoneworld and IndusNews reported in the afternoon on Saturday;

‘Kaaba Imam leads Zuhr prayer at Aiwan-i-Sadr, prays for Pres Gen Musharraf’s refuge from the envious’

In Urdu it went;
“…ke Allah Sadar Musharraf ko hasidon se mahfooz rakhe…”

Very conveniently the news copy and strip died in a few hours never to be repeated or printed by any paper on Sunday. :smiley: Not sure how accurate who is. But sure was interesting!

In addition there were various other prayers for Pakistan and Muslims.

In the evening he addressed the Pakistani nation, shunned extremism, advised righteousness and blasted the Lal Masjid fanatics.

http://www.pakistanlink.com/Headlines/June07/02/01.htm
**Imam-e-Kaaba holds meeting with Musharraf at Aiwan-e-Sadr **

ISLAMABAD: Imam-e-Kaaba, Al-SheikhAbdur Rehman Al-Sudais, Saturday led Zohar prayers at the Aiwan-e-Sadr mosque. President General Pervez Musharraf, Pakistan Muslim League President Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain, some federal ministers and Aiwan-e-Sadr staff attended the congregation.
President Musharraf accompanied Imam-e-Kaaba from Aiwan-e-Sadr to the mosque where they offered the Zohar prayers.
Imam-e-Kaaba prayed for the solidarity, progress and prosperity of the Muslim Ummah, especially Pakistan.
The Imam also prayed for peace and sectarian harmony in Pakistan and success of the President’s efforts for the fast track economic development of the country and unity of the Ummah.
Earlier, President Musharraf warmly welcomed Imam-e-Kaaba on his arrival at Aiwan-e-Sadr.
The Imam had a brief meeting with the President and discussed the challenges being faced by the Ummah and need for collective efforts for peace and development.
Imam-e-Kaaba said Islam is a religion of peace and harmony and abhors extremism and terrorism.
He lauded the efforts of President Musharraf for bringing harmony and unity in the Muslim world and his endeavours for resolving all disputes including Palestine.
Imam-e-Kaaba conveyed special message of Kingn Abdullah and other Saudi leaders to President Musharraf.
Courtesy Geo

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Imam-e-Kaaba urges Lal Masjid to shun confrontation

By Tariq Butt

ISLAMABAD: Imam-e-Kaaba Shaikh Abdur Rehman al-Sudais has ardently appealed to the Lal Masjid administration to give up the path it has adopted for the past few months or the enemy would benefit from anarchy and chaos.

“I deeply regret and am surprised over their undertaking,” he said while talking to a group of senior journalists at the Punjab House on Saturday. Saudi Ambassador Ali Awadh Asseri was also present on the occasion.

In his brief opening remarks, Asseri said the Muslim Ummah was faced with paramount challenges after 9/11, which should be tackled with wisdom and acumen. The Imam-e-Kaaba said he was disappointed to note that the Lal Masjid brigade had involved women and children who, he said “should not be used (in such activity).”

He said that seizing mosques was an act of enemies of Islam and Pakistan. “Being a well-wisher of Pakistan, I request these people to act while remaining within the clearly defined commandments of the religion. Any transgression will only accomplish the objectives of the enemy,” he said.

He said Islam does not allow anybody to make mosques sanctuary this way. This is no wise method, he said, adding that mosques are Houses of Allah Almighty, not meant to show power by any person or group. “Anybody who likes to enforce Islamic Shariah can’t force it on his own. It can’t be enforced at the individual level. Ulema and those having knowledge of Islam should be approached for this purpose.”

Al-Sudais expressed the hope that the issue would remain confined to the local level and would be resolved amicably. However, he said there are a lot of people in Pakistan who understand the religion and its spirit well, and a wrong course adopted by some would not make any difference.

“I counsel these people to compassionately resolve the issue according to the distinguished principles of Islam in consultation with the government, Ulema and officials,” the Imam-e-Kaaba stressed. He said Islam does not allow violence, terrorism and use of force. The religion teaches mutual compassion and emphasises on love and affection.

Al-Sudais said that in an Islamic government, everybody cannot act on his own and has to follow the system and institutions of the state. Anarchy and chaos, he said, are worse than murder, and Muslims must have to act collectively. They are not allowed to adopt an independent path.

The Imam-e-Kaaba said Muslims are protectors of each other while limiting themselves to the confines of the law, and the rules prescribed by the state institutions. Islam prohibits taking any actions that divide Muslims.

Al-Sudais said nobody is infallible, and anybody can commit wrongs but there are clear ways provided in Islam to rectify them. Islam specifies resolution of problems through consultations, he said.

The Imam-e-Kaaba said Islam has cut off the roots of violence. The religion has laid immense emphasis on compassion, consideration and care for others. Wherever violence will creep in, there will be more trouble and problems, he said.

Quoting the Holy Prophet (PBUH), Al-Sudais said that the “air of heaven would not touch anybody who would kill a non-Muslim covered by an agreement.” Islam teaches moderation and abhors extremism and violence, he said.

Answering a question, the Imam-e-Kaaba said sectarianism has no room in Islam. The religion, he said, lays down principles of brotherhood and harmony. Mosques, he said, should not be used to spread mayhem and disarray.

To a question, Al-Sudais said there are many misconceptions and misgivings prevailing about Jihad, which was the pinnacle of the religion. The first condition, he said, is that the Imam (leader) should lead and organize it according to the true Sharia commandments. “No individual can or has the right to declare and wage Jihad.”

The second condition, he said, is that there must be sufficient preparation for launching Jihad. “Jihad is of different kinds relating to one’s own soul, attainment of knowledge, of pen and wealth. It is also a Jihad to be guardian of a widow.”

The Imam-e-Kaaba said Jihad should be taken in its comprehensive sense when sovereign states exist. “But starting Jihad without appropriate preparations is not Islam. When the Holy Prophet (PBUH) did not have power in Makkah, he acted differently and when he had power in Madina, he proceeded in a different fashion.”

Today, Al-Sudais said, Muslims don’t possess the requisite power to launch Jihad (war) against others. There are specific conditions that must be fulfilled before starting this kind of Jihad, he said. “There is no doubt that everyone amongst us cherishes martyrdom.”

Replying to a question about inter-faith dialogue, the Imam-e-Kaaba said Islam teaches friendship and harmony with all to promote relations with others. Prophets engaged in dialogues with other nations and the Holy Prophet (PBUH) also talked to all schools of thought. Islam, he said, ordains the use of convincing and persuasive methods to persuade others and if they are not swayed, it lets them to continue their path.

Islam, the Imam-e-Kaaba said, is not the religion of rituals alone and it guides human beings in all spheres. That’s why, he said, Islam is spreading fast. It favours a positive dialogue with others and calls for cooperation with humanity. The religion has always benefited from such interactions as it has been winning hearts and minds, he added. Al-Sudais said he considers Pakistan as his second home. He said he had found immense sentiments of love and affection during his present visit.

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at the end of the dua he said "pakistan zindabad"....cool

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http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\06\03\story_3-6-2007_pg7_17
Mosques should not be used for mischief, says Imam-e-Kaaba

Imam-e-Kaaba Sheikh Abdur Rehman Al-Sudais on Saturday criticised the Lal Masjid administration for taking law into their own hands and said that mosques should not be used for mischief and conflict.

Talking to reporters here, the Imam said he was shocked to hear about the Lal Masjid issue, adding that individuals could not enforce Sharia in the country, as an Islamic state had its own institutions and nobody had right to impose Sharia in their own way.

Hoping that the issue would not spill over to other parts of the country, he called for its peaceful resolution through dialogue without involvement of women and students.

The Imam urged both the Lal Masjid administration and the government to protect peace in Pakistan and warned that only the foes of Islam and Pakistan would benefit from continued confrontation.

He noted that a large number of people in Pakistan understood the spirit of the religion, and wrong attitude of a handful of people would not make a big difference. He said all problems should be resolved in line with the broad objectives and principles of Islam.

He said Sharia did not permit any steps leading to chaos and anarchy, and opposed all divisions, which tended to create confrontations. He said no one was infallible in Islam, but stressed that there was a manner to rectify mistakes. Answering a question about inter-faith dialogue, Al-Sudais said Islam was a comprehensive religion that emphasised the welfare of humanity. He said the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) spread Islam through dialogue and had not imposed religion on anyone. “Islam never failed in winning hearts and minds of the people by way of dialogue,” he remarked.

He underlined the need to present a true picture of Islam to the world and regretted that it was the most misunderstood religion in the world. He said Islam was not merely a religion of rituals rather a complete code of life. He said there were many misconceptions about Jihad. He said there were various ethics and conditions essential before giving a call for Jihad. He said it was not for individuals to give a call for Jihad rather it had to be arranged and organised under an Imam. Al-Sudais said the call for Jihad must be preceded by formation of a decisive opinion by people enjoying the trust of the Ummah.

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"Bakistan Zindabad" to be more accurate.

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lol..............:D

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:k:
And he wishes to come every year! Cool! :slight_smile:

http://www.paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?179910
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yeah!
and he met Bervez Musharraf

:D

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I dont know why he is revered so much. He leads prayers in the citadel of Islam sitting in the laps of the very type of governments Islam came to banish. Now is that sad or what. Has he ever preached democracy? I am sorry, he dont rock my boat.

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I logged on to start a thread on Sheikh Sudais's visit to Pakistan, but Harsi beats me.

However, what i wanted to say is that

Does Zill-e-Subhani think that being endorsed by Sheikh Sudais really help? Will the people think that if Imam-e-Kaaba has prayed for him it makes him some God-send ruler?

It seems Zill-e-Subhani does thnk that this wll help. Doobtey ko tinkey ka Sahaara.

I am an ardent fan of Sudais's Qiraat and have been listening to his Qirat long before his style became popular in Pakistan or world over, at a time when egyptian style of Qirat was mos popular.

However, never have i seen Sudais being given a protocol extended to a head of state. Looks like he s been called for a pupose. Zill-e-Subhani has been tryng such stints before also like claiming that since doors of Kaaba have been opened for him, this proves that he is some super muslim.

Sudais is a good man, but he hardly knows of what goes on in Pakistan, and no one cares about his politica endorsements.

DO NOT EVER GREED
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Imam Kaaba: pomp without point](http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\06\03\story_3-6-2007_pg3_1)

When the going got tough, Islamabad got the Imam Kaaba Al Sheikh Abdur Rehman Al Sudais to come post-haste to Pakistan and tell the believing masses that they should shun extremism and show solidarity under Islam. (Read: don’t rubbish the government.) The fact is that the grand imam is no intellectual and is merely a good reciter of the Quran, but the entire state machinery genuflected to him as its saviour. The party led by Chaudhry Shujaat and the government led by prime minister Shaukat Aziz scraped and bowed as if he was the deliverer of Pakistan whose word would get the rightwing lawyers and politicians to back off.

What the country got was a meaningless articulation of Islamic clichés pointing to an international conspiracy against Islam — meaning that the cleric has no understanding of international affairs — and an inchoate moral duty of remaining united. All Imams of the Holy Kaaba, while visiting Pakistan, have done more or less the same thing over the years even as the Muslims sank deeper into their internecine crises. The extremism that Sheikh Al Sudais wants Pakistanis to shun is itself based on the very diagnosis of the world affairs that he was presenting at the packed Faisal Mosque in Islamabad. His visit was an effort to get the people of Pakistan to move spiritually in favour of the government. But it simply did not work. It was more akin to a ceremonial “papal visit” with a lot of pomp but no point.

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:snooty: Meera column ziyada accha tha

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lol
is he a qari or a scholar?

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The world has really changed…!

Secular brigade including zuberis are praising an Arab and that too a “wahabi”!:nono4:

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Mashallah. :k:

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on the other hand the mullah brigade is calling it a stunt basically noting that imam e kaba would be party to a US stunt to keep musharraf in power :slight_smile:

interesting times eh?

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Both. He's Dr. Sheikh Abdul Rehman Al Sudais.

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I couldnt help but :smack: & :rotfl: …

Exactly! :smiley:

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Finally, the world gets a sneak peek into what Saudigovt.-sponsored-wahabism is like..

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Not really the latter is consistent with their overall views while the degenerative brigade is limping with contradiciton of mush's gut's proportion...