Sacred Ordinances of Allah
حُرُمَاتِ اللَّه
The Sacred Ordinances of Allah, known as *Hurumat Allah* (حُرُمَاتِ اللَّه), encompass the divine boundaries, prohibitions, and sacred aspects that Allah has established for humanity. These are not arbitrary rules, but wise guidelines designed to protect individuals and society, fostering a life of piety and virtue. Believers are called to honor and respect these ordinances, recognizing them as an expression of Allah's wisdom and mercy. The Quran beautifully states that [whoever honors the sacred ordinances of Allah - it is best for him in the sight of his Lord]. This honor extends to specific places, times, and actions that Allah has designated as sacred, such as the inviolability of [Al-Masjid al-Haram], where even the intention of wrongdoing is severely warned against. More broadly, honoring these ordinances is a sign of true faith and devotion, reflecting [the piety of hearts]. By consciously upholding these sacred boundaries, a Muslim strives to live in harmony with divine will, seeking Allah's pleasure and avoiding that which displeases Him, thereby cultivating a mindful and respectful relationship with their Creator.
Quran 2 verses
إِنَّ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا۟ وَيَصُدُّونَ عَن سَبِيلِ ٱللَّهِ وَٱلْمَسْجِدِ ٱلْحَرَامِ ٱلَّذِى جَعَلْنَٰهُ لِلنَّاسِ سَوَآءً ٱلْعَٰكِفُ فِيهِ وَٱلْبَادِ وَمَن يُرِدْ فِيهِ بِإِلْحَادٍۭ بِظُلْمٍ نُّذِقْهُ مِنْ عَذَابٍ أَلِيمٍ
Innal lazeena kafaroo wa yasuddoona 'an sabeelil laahi wal Masjidil Haraamil lazee ja'alnaahu linnaasi sawaaa'anil 'aakifu feehi walbaad; wa mai yurid feehi bi ilhaadim bizulmin nuziqhu min 'azaabin aleem
Indeed, those who have disbelieved and avert [people] from the way of Allah and [from] al-Masjid al-Haram, which We made for the people - equal are the resident therein and one from outside; and [also] whoever intends [a deed] therein of deviation [in religion] or wrongdoing - We will make him taste of a painful punishment.
جو لوگ کافر ہیں اور (لوگوں کو) خدا کے رستے سے اور مسجد محترم سے جسے ہم نے لوگوں کے لئے یکساں (عبادت گاہ) بنایا ہے روکتے ہیں۔ خواہ وہاں کے رہنے والے ہوں یا باہر سے آنے والے۔ اور جو اس میں شرارت سے کج روی (وکفر) کرنا چاہے اس کو ہم درد دینے والے عذاب کا مزہ چکھائیں گے۔
Commentary
ذَٰلِكَ وَمَن يُعَظِّمْ حُرُمَٰتِ ٱللَّهِ فَهُوَ خَيْرٌ لَّهُۥ عِندَ رَبِّهِۦ وَأُحِلَّتْ لَكُمُ ٱلْأَنْعَٰمُ إِلَّا مَا يُتْلَىٰ عَلَيْكُمْ فَٱجْتَنِبُوا۟ ٱلرِّجْسَ مِنَ ٱلْأَوْثَٰنِ وَٱجْتَنِبُوا۟ قَوْلَ ٱلزُّورِ
Zaalika wa mai yu'azzim hurumaatil laahi fahuwa khairul lahoo 'inda Rabbih; wa uhillat lakumul an'aamu illaa maa yutlaa 'alaikum fajtanibur rijsa minal awsaani wajtaniboo qawlaz zoor
That [has been commanded], and whoever honors the sacred ordinances of Allah - it is best for him in the sight of his Lord. And permitted to you are the grazing livestock, except what is recited to you. So avoid the uncleanliness of idols and avoid false statement,
یہ (ہمارا حکم ہے) جو شخص ادب کی چیزوں کی جو خدا نے مقرر کی ہیں عظمت رکھے تو یہ پروردگار کے نزدیک اس کے حق میں بہتر ہے۔ اور تمہارے لئے مویشی حلال کردیئے گئے ہیں۔ سوا ان کے جو تمہیں پڑھ کر سنائے جاتے ہیں تو بتوں کی پلیدی سے بچو اور جھوٹی بات سے اجتناب کرو
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