Ṣifāt ʾAl-Madākhilah - The Attributes of the Madākhilah
Blind Loyalty - Displaying unwavering loyalty to rulers, even when they openly contradict the Sharīʿah, justifying all of their actions under the guise of preserving unity and stability. Silencing Others - Actively working to silence any voices of dissent or criticism against the rulers, often through character assassination and labeling opponents as Khawārij or extremists. Abandonment of Tawḥīd - Downplaying or ignoring the importance of rejecting ṭāghūt, often focusing instead on obedience to rulers, regardless of their adherence to Islamic principles.
Weird Obsession with Labels - They are quick to label those who challenge their views or the actions of the rulers as non-Salafī, deviant, or misguided, often without solid evidence or sound reasoning. Distortion of Islāmic Principles - Twisting and misapplying Islamic principles, such as walāʾ wa al-barāʾ, to justify support for rulers who govern by laws that contradict the Qurʾān and Sunnah. Prioritizing “Political Stability” Over the Dīn - Elevating the importance of “political stability” over the adherence to Islām, especially in matters of governance. Strategic Use of the Dīn - Manipulating texts and fatāwā to serve the interests of the rulers, often ignoring the broader context of Islāmic law. Discouragement of Enjoining Good and Forbidding Evil - Keeping Muslims away from fulfilling their obligation to enjoin good and forbid evil, especially when it comes to speaking out against oppressive rulers or unjust laws. Mistrust of Other Scholars - Promoting mistrust towards scholars who do not align with their views, often dismissing or discrediting them, regardless of their knowledge or contributions to Islam. Public Denouncements - Publicly denouncing and vilifying other Muslims who oppose their views, often causing division and discord within the Ummah, under the pretense of protecting the Dīn. Selective Application of Islāmic Texts - Applying Islāmic sources selectively, emphasizing obedience to rulers while neglecting the broader commands of justice, Tawḥīd, and rejection of ṭāghūt. Weaponizing Fatāwā - Using fatāwā as a weapon to suppress any opposition to the rulers, often disregarding the context or misinterpreting the intended application of the ruling. Political Opportunism - Aligning themselves with political powers for personal gain or influence, 99% of the time at the expense of Islāmic principles and the well-being of the Ummah.
