Christmas and Islam

QaiserMirza

Chief Minister (5k+ posts)
Christmas and Islam


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Quite a number of Muslims today, especially those living in Christian dominated countries or those influenced to a large degree by western culture, have been led to consider that taking part in the Christmas celebrations of friends and relatives is, at very least, a harmless pastime if not a legitimate source of pleasure for children and adults alike.


In many instances, pressure to conform with the practices of society is too great for those of weak resolve to withstand. Parents are often tempted to give in to the pleading of children who have been invited to a party or who are unable to understand why they alone are being prevented from joining the festivities they observe all around them or why they cannot receive gifts on this occasion like the other children.

Indeed, the Christmas season has been aggressively promoted in every aspect of business, in schools, in every public place. High pressure sales tactics have invaded the home through television, radio, magazine and newspaper, captivating the imagination with every kind of attraction day and night for a month or more every year. Little wonder that many of those thus targeted so persistently succumb to temptation.

Among earlier generations, Christmas was an occasion which was still basically religious in orientation. Gifts, trees, decorations and feasting assumed lesser roles. But now all of this has changed. As noted in an American publication, Christmas has gone the way of many other aspects of society, becoming one more element in the mass culture which every season enables manufacturers and merchants to make millions of dollars through an elaborate system of gift exchange which comes more often from mutual expectations that "must" be fulfilled than from the heart.

The commonly accepted notion that happiness is derived largely from possessions and entertainment is the driving force behind the month-long preparations and festivities which continue on through the end of the year. This fact, although blameworthy in itself, has led many Muslims into the delusion that Christmas is no longer a religious occasion and therefore does not conflict with Islamic belief.

The materialistic atmosphere surrounding the celebration of Christmas is, in reality, a manifestation of pagan culture (Jaahiliyyah) at its worst. It can only be seen by the conscious Muslim believer as a rat-race designed and implemented by Shaytaan to accomplish a great waste of time, effort, money and resources while countless families barely subsist in a state of poverty throughout many areas of the world.

In addition to the commercial side of Christmas, although less obvious to the casual observer, are certain religious aspects to be noted. The celebration was and still is intended by practising Christians as a remembrance of the birth of Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) who is considered by many of them as God incarnate or the second person in a trinity, and thus they celebrate the birth of "divinity." The word itself is an abbreviated form of "Christ Mass," i.e., sacrament in commemoration of Christ.

Although taken by Christians to be the birthday of Jesus, the actual date of celebration, December 25th, cannot be traced back any further than the fourth century after Christ. Ironically, this day is also considered to be the birthday of the Hindu god, Krishna, as well as Mithra, the Greek god of light. It also coincides with the annual Tree Festival which had long been celebrated in Northern Europe before the Christian era and which has been recently revived in some Arab countries in an attempt to encourage celebration by disguising the religious significance of the day.

The Christmas tree is the most obvious aspect of that pagan celebration which was incorporated along with its date of observance, December 25th, into church rites. The evergreen tree, because it keeps its green needles throughout the winter months, was believed by pre-Christian pagans to have special powers of protection against the forces of nature and evil spirits.

The end of December marked the onset of a visible lengthening of daylight hours - the return of warmth and light and defeat of those evil forces of cold and darkness. At a particular stage of its development, the church is known to have adopted certain of the popular pagan practices into Christianity for political or social reasons.

Thus, in more aspects than one, the holiday is deeply rooted in the worship of different forms of creation rather than the Creator Himself. A Muslim cannot possibly approve of such beliefs or the practices which stem from them. Anyone with a minimal knowledge of Islam would surely reject kufr (disbelief) and shirk (association of partners with Allaah) in every form.

Only through ignorance or unawareness could one continue to participate in activities that reflect the acceptance of both. Muslims must be firm in refusal of all which is contrary to the concept of "Laa ilaaha illallaaha (there is none deserving of subservience except Allaah alone)." Consideration for others is well and good on the condition that Islamic principles are not compromised. Allah (subhaanahu wa taaalaa) says:

{If you obey most of those upon the earth, they will lead you away from the way of Allaah} [Anaam 6:116]
And He commands:{Follow what has been revealed to you from your Lord and do not follow any patrons other than Him} [Araaf 7:3]


Although some, in all honesty, admit their weakness in the face of continual social pressure, others defend their participation by the strange assertion that they observe the occasion through regard for Jesus ('Isa), a prophet of Islam.

If such an observance, with its semblance of Islamic atmosphere, is invalid for Prophet Muhammad pbuh, how then can it reasonably be valid for other prophets who neither observed nor encouraged such practices, which were later devised by those who abandoned prophetic teachings for their own inclinations and preferences?

{Have you seen him who take as his god his own desire, and Allah has left him astray through knowledge} [Jaathiyah 45:23]

Again, the Muslim is reminded of the hadiths in which the Rasool Allah pbuh warned against imitating the non-believers and encouraged distinguishing oneself from them in dress and manner. Whether taken from the materialistic or the religious standpoint, Christmas can have no place in the Muslim's heart nor in his home.

Any Muslim, young or old, who has a secure place in an Islamic community or group which has regular activities and affords companionship will find little difficulty in rejecting that which is harmful to himself and his family, in spite of the apparent attractions. In some societies, refusal and resistance may require actual jihad, but those who seek the acceptance of Allah and fear Him will undertake the task with knowledge that they are striving for salvation and will thus be firm and resolute.

For Allah (subhaanahu wa ta'aalaa) calls to believers, saying:

{O you who have believed, protect yourselves and your families from a Fire whose fuel is men and stones} [Tahreem 66:6] And in the avoidance of Hellfire lies Paradise.

Is Saying Merry Christmas in Islam allowed? [Dr. Zakir Naik]

"What Islam Says..." #5 christmas


Dear Brothers & Sisters in ALLAH ...
don't forget me & my Parents n All Ummah from your Du'a
 

Raaz

(50k+ posts) بابائے فورم
Do the Qadyanies celebrate Christmas ? Why and why not?

Did Mirza sahib forget his first birth?
 

QaiserMirza

Chief Minister (5k+ posts)
Marry Chrismas

Saying "Merry Christmas" means giving Shahadah that Allah has a begotten Son.

Christians celebrate Christmas on Dec 25th as they believe that Allah gave birth to Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) on this day Naozbillah.

Allah says in Quran whoever says Allah has give birth to a child he has given biggest abuse to Allah
 

QaiserMirza

Chief Minister (5k+ posts)
Marry christmas

MARRY CHRISTMAS


Saying Merry Christmas means giving Shahadah that Allah has a begotten Son.

Christians celebrate Christmas on Dec 25th as they believe that Allah gave birth to Jesus Christ peace be upon him, on this day. Naozbillah.

Allah says in Quran whoever says Allah has give birth to a child he has given biggest abuse to Allah
 

Lucky4u

Politcal Worker (100+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas

Bro! Don't you think that explanation of Merry Christmas like this is a little out of context???

Christians celebrates Christmas because they believe that Jesus was born on this day and just a small correction, its not only 25th December. One type celebrates it on 24th, another on 25th and the third type of group celebrates it on 7th January. Now when they say Merry Christmas they mean "Jesus was born on this day" and there is no more explanation of "how".
Well, of course Jesus was born (May be on 25th December, let say..... but even if not on 25ht December, it doesn't matter because they just celebrate his birthday). So if someone says Merry Christmas it shouldn't be taken as that he/she is giving Shahaadat that Jesus is the begotten son of ALLAH (Naoozubilla) instead he/she means that Jesus was born and that he/she is happy that he was born.....

I would also like to mention that I would love to change my mind if you give me some valid references. Thanks
-Peace
 

QaiserMirza

Chief Minister (5k+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas

Bro! Don't you think that explanation of Merry Christmas like this is a little out of context???

Christians celebrates Christmas because they believe that Jesus was born on this day and just a small correction, its not only 25th December. One type celebrates it on 24th, another on 25th and the third type of group celebrates it on 7th January. Now when they say Merry Christmas they mean "Jesus was born on this day" and there is no more explanation of "how".
Well, of course Jesus was born (May be on 25th December, let say..... but even if not on 25ht December, it doesn't matter because they just celebrate his birthday). So if someone says Merry Christmas it shouldn't be taken as that he/she is giving Shahaadat that Jesus is the begotten son of ALLAH (Naoozubilla) instead he/she means that Jesus was born and that he/she is happy that he was born.....

I would also like to mention that I would love to change my mind if you give me some valid references. Thanks
-Peace

http://www.siasat.pk/forum/showthread.php?50627-Christmas-and-Islam&highlight=CHRISTMAS+ISLAM
 

Raaz

(50k+ posts) بابائے فورم
Re: Marry christmas

Completely wrong concept.
Christians celebrate Christmas on Dec 25th as they believe that Allah gave birth to Jesus Christ peace be upon him, on this day. Naozbillah.

Mirza sahib, take rest, U must be tired after so many dry posts.
 

awan4ever

Chief Minister (5k+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas

Please stop being so uptight.

Ager yehi baat hay tau why are you living in a Christian country?
Why do you benefit from a system set up by Christians?
Why are you benefiting from a system based on 'materialistic' endeavors?

Saying Merry Christmas to your Christian neighbor wont make you a mushrik rather it will make him attracted to you so that he can see what kind of a person you are and what kind of beliefs you have that preach mutual love and understanding. Maybe your little gesture will open a path for him to come and understand Islam.
Im sure if you do it with this niyyat in your heart Allah will understand your motives for He is the All Knowing.
 

faqira786

Senator (1k+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas

AGAIN, This is just a friendly remindar

few days ago, Moderator told everyone to discuss SIASAT here on this webstie. As you can see the name of this website SIASAT.PK

There are many other forum where you can disucss those isssue, Please stick with SIASAT on SIASAT.pk website.

Millions of webstie exist on web where you can easily post those post and discuss

We need to show the world that pakistani are educated and dont hatred anyone. Please give this mesage to whole world that YOU accept Pakistanis and we accept you. Please dont take pakistani to a place where we cant go anywehre. Try to understand We already have so many problems as Pakistanis. Humbe request to Pakistnais, dont create problems for other pakistanis. Lets live peacefully in this world and dont accept your ideology to others,

FIRST CORRECT yourself and Remember People always see ACTIONS Not TALK.
 
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Raaz

(50k+ posts) بابائے فورم
Re: Marry christmas

AGAIN, This is just a friendly remindar

few days ago, Moderator told everyone to discuss SIASAT here on this webstie. As you can see the name of this website SIASAT.PK

There are many other forum where you can disucss those isssue, Please stick with SIASAT on SIASAT.pk website.

Millions of webstie exist on web where you can easily post those post and discuss

We need to show the world that pakistani are educated and dont hatred anyone. Please give this mesage to whole world that YOU accept Pakistanis and we accept you. Please dont take pakistani to a place where we cant go anywehre. Try to understand We already have so many problems as Pakistanis. Humbe request to Pakistnais, dont create problems for other pakistanis. Lets live peacefully in this world and dont accept your ideology to others,

FIRST CORRECT yourself and Remember People always see ACTIONS Not TALK.
yar samajhdar ho gia he Fiqeeria
 

faqira786

Senator (1k+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas

yar samajhdar ho gia he Fiqeeria

my mom said, always make good and intelligent friends, I found those people on this website and you are one of those, after spending sometime, I am one of you.
Papeta ko dekh kar papeta bhi rang badalta hey na. kui sahi kha na raaz bhai
 

niazi

MPA (400+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas

Why do we always blindly follow west ?and justify our logic with out knowing a bit of anything,there is a history behind it ,christians all sec even don't believe in christmas and easter,when you will find the truth ,believe me its gonna blow your mind its hard to digest they not only worship christ as a son of god but ,tree symbolises the rebirth of namrood,all christmas symbols came from sun god,fire god saturn and god odin .Its becuz they were under the influence of romans which were pagans.shiekh yousuf estes explains it quiet clearly if u guys just do a little research before any furthur justifications ,no where in any history book its written that jesus was born on 25 dec,however sun worshipper do celebrate birth of a new sun on 25 december quiet interestingly christians started celebrating chrismas 400 years after christ,and christainity came to europe in 380 After christ,that was exactly the time of roman empire.
 

Hazik

MPA (400+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas

The True Meaning Of Christ-Mass
They tell us that it is the season to be jolly. It is a time of ornaments, red and green decorations, silver bells, holly, mistletoe and colored lights. It is also a time of department store Santas calling out their universal mantra, "Ho ho ho, Merry Christmas." Nearly all of the realm of so-called "Christianity" join in and repeat this same greeting, "Merry Christmas!"

Although we hear these words constantly as they resonate millions of times throughout the land, almost nobody understands what they are really saying. It is the purpose of this tract to take the words, "Merry Christmas" and examine the true meaning and essence of those words.

A true Christian would want to examine everything they say, because Jesus said in Matthew 12:36-37, "But I say unto you, that every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgement. For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned." We will now set aside all of the customs, glitter and traditions of Christmas, which were taken from pagan witchcraft and popularized by the Roman Catholic Church, and we will focus on the true meaning of the words, "Merry Christmas!"

The word "Merry" is simple to define. It unquestionably means to be happy, joyful and light-hearted. The word "merry" fits into the ambience of laughter and frivolity. This word "merry" by itself is innocent and innocuous enough, but as we will now see, it becomes heinously blasphemous when used with the word "Christmas."

Here let it be noted that most people think that the word, "Christmas" means "the birth of Christ." By definition, it means "death of Christ", and I will prove it by using the World Book Encyclopedia, the Catholic Encyclopedia, and a book entitled, The Mass In Slow Motion.

If you are an honest, sincere and discerning Christian, please read on; if not, you might as well stop right here. The World Book Encyclopedia defines "Christmas" as follows: "The word Christmas comes from "Cristes Maesse", an early English phrase that means "Mass of Christ." (1) It is interesting to note that the word "Mass", as used by the Roman Catholics, has traditionally been rejected by the so-called Protestants, such as Lutherans, Baptists, Methodists, Presbyterians, Pentecostals and so on. The word "Mass" is strictly a Catholic word and thus, so is "Christ-Mass."

It would stand to reason, that since all of these denominations love and embrace "Christ-Mass", that December 25th is the great homecoming day, when all of the Protestants become Catholic for a day. It would seem that all of the so-called "wayward daughters" of the Romish church return to their mother, the scarlet harlot. Thus, all of the so-called Protestant churches could sing to the Pope that popular song "I'll be home for Christmas."

As previously stated, the word "Mass" in religious usage means a "death sacrifice." The impact of this fact is horrifying and shocking; for when the millions of people are saying, "Merry Christmas", they are literally saying "Merry death of Christ!" Furthermore, when the fat man in the red suit laughs boisterously and says, "Ho ho ho, Merry Christmas", he is mocking and laughing at the suffering and bleeding Saviour, who died for our sins. He does this while parents place their little children into his waiting arms to hear his false promises of gifts that he says he will give them. Consider what you are saying when you say "Merry Christmas."

What is so amusing about our Saviour's painful death? What is so funny? Why is Santa laughing? Why are you going along with it? Your words do count and Satan knows it. Yes, the word "Mass" does mean "death sacrifice", and to cement that fact, we will consider the definition of the inventors of the religious application of the word "Mass." I am looking at page 537 of the Catholic Encyclopedia, which says, "In the Christian law, the supreme sacrifice is that of the Mass." It goes on to say, "The supreme act of worship consists essentially in an offering of a worthy victim to God, the offering made by a proper person, as a priest, the destruction of the victim." (2) Please note carefully the word, "victim" of the Mass. The Latin word for victim is "Hostia" from which the word "host" is derived. The Mass, by definition of those who coined the word, is a sacrifice involving a victim. There is no other meaning for the word "Mass" or "Christ-Mass." On page 110 of a book entitled "The Mass In Slow Motion", we find the following words: "It is only with the consecration that the sacrifice of the Mass is achieved. I have represented the Mass to you, more than once, as a kind of ritual dance." (3)

In essence, the Mass is the ceremonial slaying of Jesus Christ over and over again, followed by the eating of his flesh and the drinking of his blood. The Mass is the death sacrifice, and the "Host" is the victim. This is official Roman Catholic doctrine, and "Christmas" is a word that they invented. Again, I ask, what is so merry about the pain, bleeding, suffering and death of Jesus Christ? Satan has done quite a job of getting millions of so-called "Christians" to blaspheme. What a deceiver he is.
Now you know the true meaning of the word "Christmas" or Mass of Christ. There is much more to know about this pagan holiday, and we will be glad to provide you with plenty of evidence that Jesus was not born on December 25th, and that Christmas is not only a lie, but is actually a witches' sabbat called "Yule" in clever disguise. Please contact us at the address below, and for the sake of your soul, flee from idolatry!

David J. Meyer

link::::http://www.lasttrumpetministries.org/tracts/tract4.html
 
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Lucky4u

Politcal Worker (100+ posts)
Re: Marry christmas


Just a simple question from all friends here especially from Mr. Qaiser..... Does our Niyyat play any role in our acts??
I guess Niyyat is everything so if someone greets a Christian with the Niyyat that Jesus is NOT the son of Allah. Will he/she still be regarded as Mushrik??? If this act with a clear belief about the birth of Jesus makes me Mushrik then how about some Indian film actors?? I have seen some of them reciting "Kaalma-i-Shadahat" in Indian movies. Does it makes them Muslim?? I don't think so.....

I am really sorry to say but Pakistan seems to be passing through the same medieval times when Church used to do whatever they wanted. Priests were like gods on earth and they issued permits for heaven and hell. Same is the case with us with the difference of Masjid and Molvies....
-Peace
 

6sman

Politcal Worker (100+ posts)
Salam,

I believe it is valid to greet Christian's upon their most sacred day, remember that Islam places great stress upon greetings, if one offers a salute, you must answer it with extra amenity says the Qur'an, and the holy Prophet was never second best when it concerned greeting people. We need to keep this general over-view in mind. Now, is wishing 'Merry Christmas' an exception? One of my brothers has suggested the following;

By definition, it (christmas) means "death of Christ"

Un-tenable inasmuch as the Oxford Dictionary website has this to say:
Origin: Old English msse, from ecclesiastical Latin missa, from Latin miss- 'dismissed', from mittere, perhaps from the last words of the service, Ite, missa est 'Go, it is the dismissal'
'Dismissal' I believe has mistakenly been interpreted to mean 'death', whereas mass basically designates 'dismissal at the end of a religious service'. Hence, Christmas refers to the Christian Eucharist liturgy remembering the sacrament of the 'Lord's supper'. It can be roughly translated as 'Christ's Assembly' programmed to commemorate his blessed birth.

Would it be in-valid to wish them a 'joyful commemoration' knowing that it's their most important anniversary? If so then what purpose does it serve apart from creating distance and dislike between you and your Christian companion? And if you distance yourself from the Christian then how are you going to implement Islam's fundamental obligation: od`au ilaa sabeeli rabbika, Invite to the Way of thy Lord...? And if one does not have the desire in heart to save his/her Christian brother/sister from the hell-fire then you better start praying Allaah Ta`aala for betterment of your iman (faith).

Salam!
 

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