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I hope I offend no one by commenting that (1.) I am sure
there are many peace-loving non-violent Muslims, though I
do have a biggish problem with their treatment of women;
(2.) re the radical fringe of that group, Lenin had a
phrase that seems to fit them well - "useful idiots" ; (3.)
focusing on these alleged perps is following after a red
herring. It seems more to the point to remain focused on
the issue of - to whom are these zealot idiots useful, and
to what end?
molli
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>From http://www.ummah.org.uk/ikhwan/
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Muslim Brotherhood Movement
Homepage
History
Soon after the biggest calamity happened in 1924 with the
collapse of the "Khilafa", and the declaration of war
against all shapes of Islam in most of the Muslim
countries,
the Islamic "revival" entered into the movement phase in the
middle east by establishing "Al-Ikhwan Al- Moslemoon"
(Muslim Brotherhood) in Egypt, 1928 [1]. Soon after that
date, it began to have several branches outside Egypt [2].
Al-Ikhwan, since that date, began to spread the principal
Islamic idea : That Islam is "Creed and state, book and
sword, and a way of life" [3]. These principles were
uncommon at that time even among many muslim "scholars" who
believed that Islam is restricted within the walls of the
mosque [2]. The Ikhwan, after a few years, were banned and
tortured in most of the Muslim countries [2]. However, the
"mother movement" kept growing and working. Its 1st leader
and guide (murshid) _Hassan Al-Banna_ prefered "gathering
men over gathering information in books" [1], and so he
emphasized building the Ikhwanic organization and
establishing its internal rules so that it would keep going,
unaffected by his absence. And that's what happened after
his shahada in 1949 in Cairo.
Organization
Al-Ikhwan has branches in over 70 countries all over the
world. The movement is flexible enough to allow working
under the "Ikhwan" name, under other names, or working
according to every country's circumstances. However, all
Ikhwan groups, in all countries are characterized by the
following with respect to their method [3]:
1- Following the Salaf: Rejecting any action or principle
which contradicts the Quran or Sunna, and inviting people to
nothing but them both. 2- Establishing the Sunna: Working
-as much as possible- to spread the Sunna in every aspect of
life. 3- Increasing the Iman: By concentrating on the purity
of hearts, loving Muslims in the sake of Allah, and
remembrance (plus being away of any Sufi mistakes). 4-
Political Activism: By putting political programs for
"Islamising" government in different countries (after
realistic studies), and establishing these programs thru the
convenient ways which do not conflict with Islam.
5- Stressing Physical Health: By forming sports clubs and
committing members to regular exercises. 6- Enriching
Scientific Study: By enhancing the knowledge of members and
others about Islam. Members with "Shari'a" major have
special study programs. 7- Establishing a Sound Economic
Infrastructure: By supporting and/or sponsoring any Islamic
project and facing its "fiqh" problems. By the way, the ONLY
accepted source of money to the Ikhwan is its members' OWN
money [3 ]. 8- Fostering Social ties: By maintaining
brotherhood links among the members of the Islamic society.
Main objectives
A huge tree of "sub-goals" branches from these main
objectives which are derived from the Quran and the
tradition of the prophet (pbuh) [3,4]:
1- Building the Muslim individual: brother or sister with a
strong body, high manners, cultured thought, ability to
earn, strong faith, correct worship, conscious of time, of
benefit to others, organized, and self-struggl ing character
[3]. 2- Building the Muslim family: choosing a good wife
(husband), educating children Islamicaly, and inviting other
families. 3- Building the Muslim society (thru building
individuals and families) and addressing the problems of the
society realistically. 4- Building the Muslim state. 5-
Building the Khilafa (basically a shape of unity between the
Islamic states). 6- Mastering the world with Islam.
Objectives 1 to 4 are parallel and interlinked, and
continuous even after reaching 4, 5 or 6.
Main methods of education (tarbiah):
The main (not the only) way of "building" is the Islamic
education "tarbiah". Its methods are briefly:
1- Halaqa (a weekly unit study and practice meeting).
2- Katibah (a monthly several-units-meeting).
3- Trip.
4- Camp.
5- Course.
6- Workshop.
7- Conference.
1 to 7 are for members, non-members, or both, with different
established goals, schedules, and leaders [5].
Establishing the Islamic government:
Al-Ikhwan believe that ruling a government should be the
step which follows preparing (most of) the society for
accepting the Islamic laws. Otherwise, ruling a totally
corrupt society thru a militant government-overthrow is a
great risk [5]. Preparing the society is achieved thru plans
for: spreading the Islamic culture, the possible media
means, mosques, and da'wa work in public organizations such
as syndicates, parliaments, student unio ns, ... [6].
Parallel to that, distinct muslims should be trained to
administer political, economical, social, and student
organizations efficiently (and Islamically), as another
preparation step. Moreover, the Ikhwan don 't demand the
rule for themselves; they welcome any leader who wants to
establish a TRUE Islamic government to have all the Ikhwanic
support and help.
Some Achievements of Ikhwan
1. Liberating Muslim lands
Throughout their history, the ikhwan have had many
accomplishments. However, their philosophy is that they
prefer action and work over words and propaganda. The ikhwan
have played and continue to play a major role in the
struggle to liberate Muslims lands. The ikhwan's bravery in
the 1948 Palestine war has been recorded by all sides. The
total number of volunteers from the ikhwan in 1948 numbered
10,000 from Egypt, Syria and other countri es. In addition
to participating in the battle to liberate Palestine, they
served to raise the consciousness of Muslims all over the
Islamic World and restore to them the spirit of struggle and
dignity. The ikhwan have pl ayed a role in liberating Muslim
lands from colonialist powers in almost every Muslim
country. The ikhwan were active amongst Muslims in Central
Asian Muslim republics since the '70s, and their involvement
can be seen rec ently in such republics as Tajikistan. More
recently they had a major role in the struggle for
Afghanistan and Kashmir.
2. Intellectual development
The school of Ikhwan counts amongst its graduates many of
the thinkers, scholars and activitsts of this century. To
list but a few :
* Hassan Al-Banna
* Sayyed Qutb
* AbdelQader 'Audah
* Mustapha al-Siba'yi
* Hassan al-Hudaybi
* Umar al-Tilmisani
* Yusuf al-Qaradhawi
* Sa'eed Hawwa
* Abdullah 'Azzam
* Muhammad Hamed Abul-Nasr
* Rached al-Ghannoushi
* Mahfouz al-Nahnah
* Muhammad Ahmad Al-Rashid
* Fathi Yakan
* Shaikh Abdul-Fattah Abu Ghuddah
* Shaikh Ahmad Yaseen
* Mustapha Mashhour
* Muneer al-Ghadban
* Shaikh Abdul-Majeed al-Zindanee
* Shaikh Syed Sabiq
* Shaikh Muhammad al-Ghazali,
.........and many others
The contributions of these thinkers, scholars and activists
to Muslim thought existence in the twentieth century is
well-known. Stemming from the notion that Islam is
comprehensive for all areas of life, the thinkers and
activists who have gone through the training of the ikhwan
have branhced out to address as many areas of Muslim life as
possible. Theories have been developed in areas of fiqh,
finance & economics, political systems ....e tc. This can be
discussed in detail during the discussion period.
3. Development of Institutions
Beginning in the late 50s and early 60s and up till now, the
Ikhwan contributed to establishing firm basis for Islamic
communities in Europe and North America. This was done
mainly through fostering the establishment of l ocal
community organizations, islamic schools, national
associations, and special interest organizations ( Medical,
Scientific, Cultural ...etc.)
The Ikhwan were the main motivators behind setting up
experiments in Islamic financing on a nationally and
internationally viable scale. The theory and practical
requirements needed to set up an Islamic banking system cam
e from amongst the ranks of the Ikhwan. From the earliest
years, establishing an Islamic Economic system was a
priority for the Ikhwan. Hassan al-Banna, Sayed Qutb, Yusuf
al- Qaradhawi and numerous other scholars laid dow n some of
the groundwork for practical theories of Islamic finance.
Further specialized writers such as provided the practical
basis for Islamic Financial Institutions, a number of which
were developed in Muslim countries .
Theme
Allah is our objective.
The messenger is our leader.
Quran is our law.
Jihad is our way.
Dying in the way of Allah is our highest hope.
References
[1] "Diary of Da'wa and Dai'iah", Hassan Al-Banna.
[2] "Al-Ikhwan Al-Muslimoon: Events That Made History",
Mahmoud Abdel-Haleem. [3] "The Messages of
Al-Imam-u-shaheed", Hassan Al-Banna. [4] "An introduction to
the Da'wa of Al-Ikhwan Al-Muslimoon", Saiid Hawwa. [5]
"Means of Education of Al-Ikhwan Al-Muslimoon", Ali
Abdel-Haleem. [6] "The Path", Muhammed Ahmed Ar-Rashed.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Movement.
Please Press Here to see the question list.
Important Disclaimer : The maintainer of this page is not a
member of Al- Ikhwan patry and does not approve or agree
with everything they say. This page is there for the soul
perpose of answering the questions you always had and never
knew who to ask.
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