Text of the Audio Message Addressed by the Ameer of Hizb ut-Tahrir, the Eminent Scholar Ata Bin Khalil Abu al-Rashtah, to the People in Ash-Sham and the Sincere Revolutionaries Therein on this Blessed Day, the Day of the Birth of the Messenger of Allah (saw)
The Ameer of Hizb ut-Tahrir, Ata Bin Khalil Abu al-Rashtah, delivers a stirring address to the people of Ash-Sham, urging them to remain steadfast against international plots to maintain a secular republican system. He calls upon the sincere revolutionaries to reject deceptive political transitions and instead work for the establishment of the second Righteous Khilafah upon the method of Prophethood.
Answer to Question: "The Meaning of 'I will exert my own opinion' (*AjTahidu bi-ra'yi*) among Scholars and Mujtahids"
This answer clarifies that the various phrases attributed to Ali bin Abi Talib during the selection of the third Caliph, such as "I will exert my own opinion" and "to the extent of my knowledge," carry the same meaning among scholars. It explains that while Ali accepted the Quran and Sunnah, he reserved the right to his own *Ijtihad* rather than being bound by the legal precedents of the previous Caliphs.
Answer to a Question: The Global Economic Crisis
This analysis examines the persistent failure of global capitalist policies to resolve the economic crisis that began in the United States, critiquing both austerity and debt-driven stimulus measures. It outlines potential future scenarios for the world economy, ultimately proposing the Islamic Economic System under the Khilafah State as the only fundamental solution to achieve sustainable stability.
Answer to a Question: "The Extraction of Gold and Silver"
This response clarifies the Shari'ah rulings regarding the extraction of gold and silver under the Khilafah, identifying them as public property that must form the basis of the Islamic monetary system. It explains how the gold and silver standard ensures economic stability and prevents inflation, while highlighting the abundance of resources in Muslim lands that support this transition.
Answer to a Question: Political Developments in Pakistan
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's entry into Pakistani politics is analyzed as a move to revitalize the scandal-ridden Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) ahead of the 2013 general elections. The development also highlights the ongoing efforts of foreign powers, particularly the US and UK, to maintain hegemony in the region through the grooming of established political dynasties.
Answer to Question: "Land Grants in Kharaji Land"
This answer clarifies the legal rulings regarding land grants (Iqta’) and the reclamation of dead land (Ihya’ al-Mawat) within Kharaji territories. It details the distinctions in ownership and taxation for Muslims and non-Muslims based on the land's history and classification.
Answer to a Question: "Accelerating the Payment of a Deferred Debt in Exchange for Discounting Part of It"
This answer clarifies the Shari’ah ruling on the concept of "Reduce and Accelerate" (*Dha' wa Ta'ajjal*), where a creditor discounts a portion of a debt in return for immediate payment. It distinguishes this practice from the forbidden "sale of debt for debt" and presents the differing scholarly views regarding its permissibility.
Answer to Question: "Is it permissible to accept a gift from someone who earned money through forbidden (haram) means?"
This answer clarifies the Shari’ah ruling on accepting gifts or financial support from individuals whose wealth is acquired through forbidden sources such as interest, gambling, or theft. It distinguishes between wealth that is inherently forbidden, stolen property, and wealth earned through invalid contracts, offering guidance on both legal permissibility and the virtue of scrupulousness.
Answer to a Question: Departments and Apparatuses in the Khilafah State
This answer clarifies the administrative classification of independent state organs such as the Army and the Treasury within the Khilafah. It details how these entities function as central departments directly under the Khalifah's authority, distinguishing them from the general administrative apparatus responsible for public interests.
Answer to a Question: Mali - Algeria
This political analysis explores the international competition between France, the United States, and Britain over influence in Mali and Algeria during the 2012 crisis. It highlights the conflicting colonial interests in the region and emphasizes the historical strength of the Muslim Ummah under the Khilafah compared to its current vulnerability to foreign intervention.
Answer to a Question: "The Categories of Foodstuffs Subject to Riba"
This clarification explains why the prohibition of Riba (usury) in foodstuffs is restricted to the four items specifically mentioned in the Hadith: wheat, barley, dates, and salt. It details the principles of Usul al-Fiqh regarding general and specific texts, explaining why the general term "food" is restricted by specific concrete nouns, which prevents "foodness" from being considered an effective cause ('illah) for the ruling.
Answer to a Question: "Ownership of Crosses and Statues Made of Metals if They are from Rikaz"
This legal ruling clarifies the Shariah position on possessing and profiting from buried treasures (*Rikaz*) that take the form of crosses or statues. It explains that while forbidden forms must be destroyed, the underlying material may be sold after paying the one-fifth (*Khums*) portion, provided the items are not made from animal remains (*maitah*).