Saturday, June 22, 2013

Imam Nawawi resistance to the Government

At the time of ibn Yahya An-Nawawi Neural life, or about the 7th century H, a controversial policy ever issued by the regime of power. State about to forcibly collect mandatory dues from the people for the way government activity. 

As many scholars who followed, Imam Nawawi received a call Berbis King az-Zahir, the current leader. 


"This fatwa sign it!" Command to the King of Imam Nawawi with a disparaging tone. 


Imam Nawawi already know, the people were gripped with sorrow. Poverty and hunger spreading everywhere. Surprisingly, the officials and their families actually live in luxury, full amenities, and likes to dissipate. 


"No," he said. 


"What's the reason?" The king looked furious. 


"This fatwa supporting tyranny." 


King Berbis anger peaked. Turning to the officials around him, he shouted, "Fire him of all his post!" 


However, the king was forced to bite the finger that simple clerical producing dozens of major works that turned out to not have any position. 


"Why not give the King the death penalty be?" Says one official. 


"By Allah, I am very reluctant to her." 


Imam Nawawi including scholars strongly opinionated. In the presence of oppression, resistance to harsh and severe risk would dare even to him. Religion is too sacred to be sold with political interests, let alone who did not side with the people. (Mahbib Khoiron) 


 
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