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This source presents an '''interview with Mustafa Briggs''', a speaker and author focusing on Islamic history and culture. Briggs discusses the '''importance of prioritizing personal happiness''' despite life's difficulties and the reality of the '''evil eye''' in Islam. He explains his '''motivation for his work''' as a response to the need for historical understanding and a personal obligation to share knowledge. The conversation also explores the '''significant, yet often overlooked, presence of Islam and Muslim contributions in West Africa''' throughout history and into the modern era, as well as the '''growing influence of Islam in Western culture,''' particularly in cities like London. Briggs emphasizes the '''power of technology and social media''' in connecting people with shared interests and promoting a better understanding of Islam.

1hr7mins - https://youtu.be/oX29EqGcRJI?si=BopSZG1PSZvRrzjl&t=4075 - "God will rebuild you right in front of those who broke you" - May Allah protect us from evil eye, hasad, ameen!

1hr18mins - https://youtu.be/oX29EqGcRJI?si=T_FzABOndRpD4Wje&t=4712 - On forgiveness... not actively seeking revenge. Even if it feels personal, not much is personal as people deal with their own unhealed trauma.

https://chatgpt.com/c/682f9d06-2c64-8001-b7b5-c04d10c61c25

The phrase you're reflecting on—"no fear nor grief"—is a powerful reassurance from the Qur'an, found in multiple verses, including [[Quran/10/62|Surah Yunus (10:62)]]:<blockquote>'''"Unquestionably, [for] the allies of Allah there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve."''' </blockquote>This verse refers to the '''Awliyā’ Allah'''—the close friends or allies of Allah—who are described in the following verse (10:63) as:<blockquote>'''"Those who believed and were conscious of Allah."''' </blockquote>One of the reasons why I named [[ibbu|my son]] Ibrahim is so that he can be awliya of Allah, khalilullah, bi'iznillah. May we be each other's means to getting closer to that station ameen.

compare contrast awliya of Allah and khalilullah like Ibrahim AS

====== ChatGPT said: ======

Great question. Comparing '''Awliyā’ Allah''' (the friends/allies of Allah) with '''Khalīlullāh''' (the intimate friend of Allah, like Ibrahim عليه السلام) helps us understand the spiritual hierarchy and the types of closeness to Allah mentioned in the Qur'an and Sunnah.

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=== 🟩 1. Definition & Status ===

{| class="wikitable"

!'''Term'''

!'''Meaning'''

!'''Example'''

|-

|'''Awliyā’ Allah'''

|“Friends/allies/protectees of Allah” – plural of ''walī''

|The righteous with '''iman''' + '''taqwa'''

|-

|'''Khalīlullāh'''

|“The intimate, special friend of Allah”

|'''Ibrahim (AS)''' and '''Muhammad (ﷺ)''' (according to Hadith)

|}

🔸 '''All awliya''' are beloved to Allah, but not all reach the rank of '''khalīl'''.

🔸 The word ''khalīl'' denotes a unique, deeply intimate bond that surpasses ordinary friendship or loyalty.

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=== 🟦 2. Qur’anic References ===

==== Awliyā’ Allah ====

<blockquote>'''"Unquestionably, the awliya of Allah – no fear shall be upon them, nor shall they grieve. They are those who believed and had taqwa."'''

— ''Surah Yunus 10:62–63''</blockquote>

==== Khalilullah ====

<blockquote>'''"And Allah took Ibrahim as a Khalil (intimate friend)."'''

— ''Surah An-Nisa 4:125''</blockquote>

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=== 🟨 3. Attributes ===

{| class="wikitable"

!'''Awliya’ Allah'''

!'''Khalilullah (Ibrahim AS)'''

|-

|Have '''iman''' and '''taqwa'''

|Had perfect '''iman''', '''taqwa''', and absolute submission

|-

|Can be many people

|Very few – only two mentioned as ''khalil'': Ibrahim and the Prophet Muhammad (in hadith)

|-

|Protected, guided, and honored

|Chosen for special tests and direct divine communication

|-

|May rise in rank through dhikr, sabr, sincerity

|Already among the '''ulul ‘azm''' (greatest of prophets)

|}

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=== 🟥 4. Hadith Insight ===

From Sahih Muslim:<blockquote>'''"Allah has taken me as a Khalil, just as He took Ibrahim as a Khalil."'''

— ''Prophet Muhammad ﷺ''</blockquote>So only '''two people''' are explicitly referred to as ''khalil'' of Allah:

🔹 '''Ibrahim عليه السلام'''

🔹 '''Muhammad ﷺ'''

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=== 🟧 5. Summary: ===

{| class="wikitable"

!

!'''Awliyā’ Allah'''

!'''Khalilullah'''

|-

|Rank

|High

|Highest among creation (next to Rasulullah)

|-

|Scope

|Many believers over time

|Very rare – only two explicitly named

|-

|Basis of closeness

|Iman, taqwa, obedience

|Deepest love and intimate closeness

|-

|Access to all?

|Yes – anyone can strive to become a walī

|No – it's a '''specific title''' granted by Allah

|}

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=== 🟢 Closing Reflection: ===

While becoming a '''khalil''' is not in our hands, becoming a '''walī of Allah''' '''is possible''' for every sincere Muslim. The Prophet ﷺ said:<blockquote>'''"Whoever shows enmity to a friend of Mine, I have declared war against him."'''

— ''Hadith Qudsi, Sahih al-Bukhari''</blockquote>That’s the level of protection and honor the '''awliya''' receive. But the '''khalil'''… that’s reserved for the most exceptional, like '''Ibrahim (AS)'''—the one who submitted even to sacrificing his son.

{| class="wikitable"

|Quiz Questions (Short Answer - 2-3 sentences)

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While the sources do not delve into the specifics of co-parenting dynamics or personality disorders, they offer principles rooted in faith, self-preservation, and managing difficult relationships that resonate with the challenges you face. '''Maintaining your personal peace and spiritual connection, setting clear boundaries, and prioritizing your well-being as a means to effectively parent your son''' seem to be key takeaways applicable to your situation.

2025-05-22 https://quranreflect.com/posts/37673 via <nowiki>https://hausadictionary.com/</nowiki>[[misc/Briggs]] (logged for future reference)

Need to find the part where the analogy of the (mentally) trapped elephant was mentioned.

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 This source presents an '''interview with Mustafa Briggs''', a speaker and author focusing on Islamic history and culture. Briggs discusses the '''importance of prioritizing personal happiness''' despite life's difficulties and the reality of the '''evil eye''' in Islam. He explains his '''motivation for his work''' as a response to the need for historical understanding and a personal obligation to share knowledge. The conversation also explores the '''significant, yet often overlooked, presence of Islam and Muslim contributions in West Africa''' throughout history and into the modern era, as well as the '''growing influence of Islam in Western culture,''' particularly in cities like London. Briggs emphasizes the '''power of technology and social media''' in connecting people with shared interests and promoting a better understanding of Islam.
+hr7mins - https://youtu.be/oX29EqGcRJI?si=BopSZG1PSZvRrzjl&t=4075 - "God will rebuild you right in front of those who broke you" - May Allah protect us from evil eye, hasad, ameen!
+hr18mins - https://youtu.be/oX29EqGcRJI?si=T_FzABOndRpD4Wje&t=4712 - On forgiveness... not actively seeking revenge. Even if it feels personal, not much is personal as people deal with their own unhealed trauma.
+https://chatgpt.com/c/682f9d06-2c64-8001-b7b5-c04d10c61c25
+The phrase you're reflecting on—"no fear nor grief"—is a powerful reassurance from the Qur'an, found in multiple verses, including [[Quran/10/62|Surah Yunus (10:62)]]:<blockquote>'''"Unquestionably, [for] the allies of Allah there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve."''' </blockquote>This verse refers to the '''Awliyā’ Allah'''—the close friends or allies of Allah—who are described in the following verse (10:63) as:<blockquote>'''"Those who believed and were conscious of Allah."''' </blockquote>One of the reasons why I named [[ibbu|my son]] Ibrahim is so that he can be awliya of Allah, khalilullah, bi'iznillah. May we be each other's means to getting closer to that station ameen.
+compare contrast awliya of Allah and khalilullah like Ibrahim AS
+====== ChatGPT said: ======
+Great question. Comparing '''Awliyā’ Allah''' (the friends/allies of Allah) with '''Khalīlullāh''' (the intimate friend of Allah, like Ibrahim عليه السلام) helps us understand the spiritual hierarchy and the types of closeness to Allah mentioned in the Qur'an and Sunnah.
+----
+=== 🟩 1. Definition & Status ===
+{| class="wikitable"
+!'''Term'''
+!'''Meaning'''
+!'''Example'''
+|-
+|'''Awliyā’ Allah'''
+|“Friends/allies/protectees of Allah” – plural of ''walī''
+|The righteous with '''iman''' + '''taqwa'''
+|-
+|'''Khalīlullāh'''
+|“The intimate, special friend of Allah”
+|'''Ibrahim (AS)''' and '''Muhammad (ﷺ)''' (according to Hadith)
+|}
+🔸 '''All awliya''' are beloved to Allah, but not all reach the rank of '''khalīl'''.
+🔸 The word ''khalīl'' denotes a unique, deeply intimate bond that surpasses ordinary friendship or loyalty.
+----
+=== 🟦 2. Qur’anic References ===
+==== Awliyā’ Allah ====
+<blockquote>'''"Unquestionably, the awliya of Allah – no fear shall be upon them, nor shall they grieve. They are those who believed and had taqwa."'''
+— ''Surah Yunus 10:62–63''</blockquote>
+==== Khalilullah ====
+<blockquote>'''"And Allah took Ibrahim as a Khalil (intimate friend)."'''
+— ''Surah An-Nisa 4:125''</blockquote>
+----
+=== 🟨 3. Attributes ===
+{| class="wikitable"
+!'''Awliya’ Allah'''
+!'''Khalilullah (Ibrahim AS)'''
+|-
+|Have '''iman''' and '''taqwa'''
+|Had perfect '''iman''', '''taqwa''', and absolute submission
+|-
+|Can be many people
+|Very few – only two mentioned as ''khalil'': Ibrahim and the Prophet Muhammad (in hadith)
+|-
+|Protected, guided, and honored
+|Chosen for special tests and direct divine communication
+|-
+|May rise in rank through dhikr, sabr, sincerity
+|Already among the '''ulul ‘azm''' (greatest of prophets)
+|}
+----
+=== 🟥 4. Hadith Insight ===
+From Sahih Muslim:<blockquote>'''"Allah has taken me as a Khalil, just as He took Ibrahim as a Khalil."'''
+— ''Prophet Muhammad ﷺ''</blockquote>So only '''two people''' are explicitly referred to as ''khalil'' of Allah:
+🔹 '''Ibrahim عليه السلام'''
+🔹 '''Muhammad ﷺ'''
+----
+=== 🟧 5. Summary: ===
+{| class="wikitable"
+!
+!'''Awliyā’ Allah'''
+!'''Khalilullah'''
+|-
+|Rank
+|High
+|Highest among creation (next to Rasulullah)
+|-
+|Scope
+|Many believers over time
+|Very rare – only two explicitly named
+|-
+|Basis of closeness
+|Iman, taqwa, obedience
+|Deepest love and intimate closeness
+|-
+|Access to all?
+|Yes – anyone can strive to become a walī
+|No – it's a '''specific title''' granted by Allah
+|}
+----
+=== 🟢 Closing Reflection: ===
+While becoming a '''khalil''' is not in our hands, becoming a '''walī of Allah''' '''is possible''' for every sincere Muslim. The Prophet ﷺ said:<blockquote>'''"Whoever shows enmity to a friend of Mine, I have declared war against him."'''
+— ''Hadith Qudsi, Sahih al-Bukhari''</blockquote>That’s the level of protection and honor the '''awliya''' receive. But the '''khalil'''… that’s reserved for the most exceptional, like '''Ibrahim (AS)'''—the one who submitted even to sacrificing his son.
 {| class="wikitable"
 |Quiz Questions (Short Answer - 2-3 sentences)
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 While the sources do not delve into the specifics of co-parenting dynamics or personality disorders, they offer principles rooted in faith, self-preservation, and managing difficult relationships that resonate with the challenges you face. '''Maintaining your personal peace and spiritual connection, setting clear boundaries, and prioritizing your well-being as a means to effectively parent your son''' seem to be key takeaways applicable to your situation.
+-05-22 https://quranreflect.com/posts/37673 via <nowiki>https://hausadictionary.com/</nowiki>[[misc/Briggs]] (logged for future reference)
+Need to find the part where the analogy of the (mentally) trapped elephant was mentioned.