MUSLIMS were urged to take lessons from Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) migration from Mekah to Medinah or Hijrah.
According to yesterday's sermon, Brunei celebrates the coming of the new Islamic year with various religious activities nationwide by ministries every year.
However, would organising such ceremonies be enough to achieve the true meaning of Hijrah, asked the sermon.Prophet Muhammad's (Pbuh) migration from Mekah to Medinah in 622 A.D signifies a turning point in the history of Islam as it shows the development of Islam as well as man's civilisation as a whole.
It was only through the Hijrah which led to the creation of the first Islamic country, Medinah, and a community which is highly respected and represents a good example. The creation also led to prosperity which has been enjoyed fairly among them.
In terms of buying and selling (Muamalat), negative elements such as ursury (riba), cheating and unfairness was deemed as haram, while economic activities which follow the teachings of Islam, such as in areas of business, were encouraged.
Among the lessons which could be taken from the Hijrah include the virtue of patience in defending the prophet's vision on how a Muslim should uphold the values of Islam.
According to Ulamas, Hijrah has three different meanings. Firstly, Hijrah only occur once in the history of Islam, secondly, moving out of a country in which ideals were threatened, as a means to preserve the ideals, faith, and religion.
The sermon reminded congregants that the act of Hijrah does not mean a sign of abandonment, but an act to stay away from negative influences in search for the true light.Hijrah also means moving towards spiritual development, enhancing one's piety and confidence which enhances one's faith in Islam to strive for purity, righteousness and increase one's knowledge of Islamic teachings.
The sermon also urged Muslims to repent and ask for forgiveness from Allah (SWT) as a sign of deep appreciation with the coming of the new year.
They were also asked to attend prayers for the end of 1429 Hijrah and to welcome the new year at mosques and surau nationwide tomorrow evening, December 28, for the continued development of the nation with Allah's (SWT) guidance and blessings.
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