Darul-Uloom Deoband denounces terrorism

[Dawah]

An influential group of Muslim theologians in India have denounced terrorism, saying it is completely against the teachings of Islam.

Their statements were made at a meeting held at the Darul-Uloom Deoband, a powerful Islamic school more than 150 years old.

Scholars from 6,000 religious schools attended the meeting.
The Deoband school promotes a brand of Islam which some say was an inspiration to Afghanistan's Taleban. The school has always denied this.

Opening the conclave the head of the Deoband school, Maulana Marghoobur Rahman, described terrorism as a thoughtless act which is against the teachings of Islam.
He said that the killing of innocent people of any religion was prohibited by the Koran, the Muslim Holy Book.


Many participants said they want to change popular perceptions in which, they say, terrorism is being equated with Islam. Others said that while Muslims should not be harassed because of anti-terrorism operations, the community also needed to be more introspective. Many Islamic seminaries across India have come under the scanner of the federal authorities in the wake of recent terror attacks.

Set up in 1866 in north India the Darul-Uloom Deoband is the most influential Muslim religious school in south and south-east Asia.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7262283.stm

This was long over due.

[RazabQ]

Dunno much about this group but if they are influential amongst the subcontinental lot than this is indeed something that should get as much media play as the Pat Robertsons of the world.

[BD-Shardul]

Originally Posted by RazabQ
Dunno much about this group but if they are influential amongst the subcontinental lot than this is indeed something that should get as much media play as the Pat Robertsons of the world.

They are not group, this is an Islamic University, the biggest in the Subcontinent.

[auntu]

DUD was established by Hazrat Kasem nanutuvi (Rht). All the greatest Ulamas are from this after its establishment. Hazrat Thanvi, Hazrat Madani, Hazrat Shaikhul HInd, Hazrat Ilyas (rahmatullah alayi) all were from this. To know more read 'Dewbind Andolon - Iihash Oitijjah Obodan' by Maulana Abul Fattah Md. Iyahyah. Koumi Publication, 154, motijeel, Dhaka.

You all should know the roots of Islamic Education.

The four work done by Harat Rasul (saslm):

1. Talim
2. Tablig
3. Tazkiah
4. Telawat

all thease four are leading by Deoband olama.

The above stated Hazrats and many more are doing this, may Allah kobul their work

[Dawah]

Darul-Uloom Deoband is the leading madrasa/Islamic University of the Hanafee School of thought(Madhab). One thing very unique to Darul-Uloom Deoband is that, they stress of Ammal/practice of what they know, among its students in addition to acquiring I'Lm (knowledge of Shariah).

That is why, you would notice Ulima/scholars graduating from Darul-Uloom Deoband are pious and practicing in addition to being very knowledgeable.

Darul-Uloom Deoband has many affiliates in the west.

Famous Darul-Uloom Deoband affiliates in the west includes:
Darul-Uloom Zakariya, South Africa
Darul-Uloom Azadville, South Africa
Darul-Uloom Dewsbury, UK
Darul-Uloom Bury, UK
Darul-Uloom Medinah, NY
Darul-Uloom Chicago
.... and so on.

Visit http://www.darululoom-deoband.com/

[billah]

Originally Posted by RazabQ
Dunno much about this group but if they are influential amongst the subcontinental lot than this is indeed something that should get as much media play as the Pat Robertsons of the world.

Influential to the utmost level. It is indeed an Islamic University of the highest of influence in the sub continent. This is a significant fatwa.

[RazabQ]

Perhaps the university should instruct its alumni in Pakistan to spread the word. While we have our own problems, at this moment this fatwa might be a little more helpful over there.

[PoorFan]

Quote from the source ...

Opening the conclave the head of the Deoband school, Maulana Marghoobur Rahman, described terrorism as a thoughtless act which is against the teachings of Islam.
He said that the killing of innocent people of any religion was prohibited by the Koran, the Muslim Holy Book.

Originally Posted by billah
Influential to the utmost level. It is indeed an Islamic University of the highest of influence in the sub continent. This is a significant fatwa.

Was it an official 'fatwa' or just a comment on terrorism? though the comment is encouraging and more scholars around the Muslim world should come forward on this regard I think.

[ammark]

Just a thought - Does it matter if say:

a Taliban-like group or individual (ie, wielding authoritative and effectual power) holds an individual or other group in contempt (eg. the Hazaras in Afghanistan) and thus executes/maims/injures this latter group under the self-righteous judgement that this group has committed a crime?

Does this fall under the Deobandi definition of the term "terrorism"? Perhaps I have seen a biased portrayal of the atrocities conducted by the Taliban on the Hazaras, but I believe what they indulged in (attempted ethnic cleansing, atrocities and violence against Shias) was nothing less than "terrorism".

I perceive this Deobandi fatwa as coming on the heels of the repeated assassination attempts and bomb blasts at political rallies and against shias in Pakistan. But to the self-righteous extremists who hold the current government officials, politicians and/or Shia's to be committing crimes against Islam, this fatwa seems to be somewhat meaningless in my eyes. Whats to stop the people engaging in such acts that terrorise and spread fear if they justify it with their intent? Its like the term "collateral damage".

The Ulama still need to very clearly articulate what is an act of terrorism. It cannot be held hostage by lofty ideals of Jihad, fighting infidels, or assassinating/terrorising detractors from the Path, etc.

[Rabz]

Ammark, not just A thought, but a very good thought.

But atleast denouncing this meaningless killing spree is one step towards somewhat resolving this issue.

Deoband is a very very influecial body. All the "Qawmi" madrasas in this country follows thier prescribed way of teaching and thought of school. They are like "University of London" for those who study in English medium schools.

Now, some of you might ask what is this "Qawmi" madrasa.

There are two types of madrasas, Alia and Qawmi.

Alia is recognised by Govt and is more blended into the mainstream, while Qawmi certificates are still to be recognised by the Govt but all the concerned bodies are currently working towards coming into an understanding.

[al Furqaan]

The Ulama still need to very clearly articulate what is an act of terrorism. It cannot be held hostage by lofty ideals of Jihad, fighting infidels, or assassinating/terrorising detractors from the Path, etc.

unfortunately, "terrorism" is the most heavily exploited word in the current lexicon. heck, its prolly the most exploited word ever in the history of mankind. everyone uses it, everyone is a victim of it, and everyone condemns it on paper.

to top it off, no one bothers to really define it explicitly. however all the world's people have the tacit understanding of terrorism's true meaning: "whatever the other person does".

this fatwa changes nothing. its meaningless except to prove that muslims aren't all about killing infidels.