“Indeed, God commands justice, doing good to others, as well as courtesy to close relatives. He forbids indecency, wickedness, and aggression. He instructs you so perhaps you will be mindful.” (16:90 )            “For every day on which the sun rises, there is a (reward from God) for the one who establishes justice among people.” (al-Bukhari)            “And thus have We willed you to be a community of the middle way, so that [with your lives] you may bear witness to the truth before all humankind. . .” (2:143)            “Dispensers of justice will be seated on pulpits of light beside God.” (Muslim)            “Do not spread corruption in the land after it has been set in order. And call upon Him with hope and fear. Indeed, Allah’s mercy is always close to the good-doers.” (7:56)           “Even an ant in its hole and fish (in the depth of water) invoke blessings on someone who teaches people goodness.” (al-Tirmidhi)            “O believers! Remain conscious of God, and be with those who are truthful in word and deed.” (9:119)           “God does not judge you according to your bodies and appearances, but He looks into your hearts and observes your deeds.” (Muslim)            “The parable of those who spend their possessions for the sake of God is that of a grain out of which grow seven ears, in every ear a hundred grains: for God grants manifold increase unto whom He wills; and God is infinite, all-knowing.” (2:261)           “Charity does not diminish wealth.” (Riyadh al-Salihin)            “Let there be a group among you who call ˹others˺ to goodness, encourage what is good, and forbid what is evil-it is they who will be successful.” (3:104)           “Avoid cruelty and injustice...and guard yourselves against miserliness, for this has ruined nations who lived before you.” (Riyadh al-Salihin)            “Do not forget to show kindness to each other. Surely God observes your actions.” (2:237)           “(Allah) has revealed to me that you should adopt humility so that no one oppresses another.” (Riyadh al-Salihin)            “It is We who sent down this Reminder (al-Quran) and it is We who shall preserve it.” (15:9)           “The best among you are those who learn the Quran and teach it (to others).” (al-Bukhari)            “So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do not deny Me.” (2:152)           “There are two blessings that many people lose -- health and free time for doing good.” (al-Bukhari)            “Say: 'O My servants who have transgressed against your own souls, do not despair of God's mercy, for God forgives all sins. It is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.'“(39:53)           “Happy is the man who avoids dissension, but how fine is the man who is afflicted and shows endurance.” (Abu Dawud)            “And you love wealth with immense love.” (89:20)           “Being rich does not mean having a great amount of property, but (it) is being content (with what one has).” (al-Bukhari)            “Every soul is held in pledge for its deeds.” (74:38)           “Make things easy and convenient and don't make them harsh and difficult. Give cheer and glad tidings and do not create hatred.” (al-Bukhari & Muslim)           
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Get The Vote out

  • October 4, 2022
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The national elections are approaching fast. November 8 will be here before we know it and we must make sure that we fulfill our obligation to vote. Those who are eligible to vote and not registered, should get registered ASAP. Those that would like to vote absentee ballot, meaning by mail, should sign up by October 24, 2022. You can register to vote in person all the way up to and on election day. You can use this link to register and for more information https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/

There are many issues that will be affected by the outcome of this upcoming election. Critical issues like poverty, water rights, voting rights, military issues, education, line 5 here in Michigan, among others. Based upon the margin of victory and voter turnout in the 2016 presidential election, the Poor People’s Campaign: National Call for A Moral Revival calculates that if only 1% more of Low-Income Non-Voters had turned out, it would have likely altered the result. Their impact on the 2020 election further confirms this.

The Islamic Organization of North America fully supports voting and civic engagement regardless of political affiliation. Allah (SWT) says: “O you who believe! Stand out firmly for Allah as witnesses to justice and let not the enmity and hatred of others make you swerve from justice. Be just: that is nearer to piety, and fear Allah. Verily, Allah is Well-Acquainted with what you do.” (Qur’an 5:8)

Many scholars, past and present, have concluded that ‘giving testimony’ is obligatory even if not asked. Zayd ibn Khālid al-Juhani reported that the Prophet (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Shall I not inform you who the best witness is? He is the one who gives his testimony before he is asked for it.” (Muslim) Taking part in U.S. elections does not diminish one’s deen if a Muslim is using their right to voice their opinion through voting. Certain rights that are incumbent on us to uphold and protect could be affected by an election. A greater harm might be averted by using our voice to vote. Burdens on others in our shared society may be lifted or alleviated by our vote. So we must bear witness as we have been commanded to.

Commenting on voting, “Voting is not a choice, it is an obligation. People should exercise their right to vote and vote their conscience,” said Imam Mustapha Elturk, Ameer of IONA.

Please do not delay in securing your voter registration or your absentee ballot. Registered voters may visit the Michigan Voter Information Center, https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/AVApplication, to apply for absentee ballot.

IONA, 28630 Ryan Rd., Warren, MI 48092 | Tel: 586-558-6900 | E-mail: center@iononline.org

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IONA’s mission is to transform its members and help transform the surrounding communities to righteous, God-fearing people, who collectively strive for the highest moral standard and constantly seek forgiveness from our Creator to earn His pleasure. We seek His compassion and mercy in this life and in the hereafter. We rejuvenate our soul through internal struggle and spiritual exercise in worship of our creator God. The strength of our belief in God gives us the courage to establish good and forbid evil, thus promoting a system of justice for all mankind.

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IONA’s objective is to help the Muslims of North America understand and fulfill their divinely ordained obligations, in order to please Allah (SWT) and thereby achieve success and salvation in the Hereafter.

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