Why Jamaat-e-Islami is a Major Risk Rather Than a Blessing for Islam
I believe that in the political and religious context of Bangladesh, one thing needs to be understood very clearly: if the country falls into the hands of Communists or any other secular power, it might still be possible to recover Islam. However, if the country falls into the hands of Jamaat-e-Islami, it will cause irreparable damage to the faith. Why am I saying this? There are deep ideological and theological reasons behind this that we need to know.
1. The Politicization of Islam for Power
The foundation of Jamaat's politics is the philosophy of Sayyid Abul A'la Maududi. He presented Islam more as a "political project" than a spiritual and moral code of life. According to his interpretation, the primary goal of Islam is to capture state power. When religion is turned into a primary tool for power, a tendency emerges to misuse religion for political necessity, which tarnishes the sanctity of Islam.
2. Ideological Deviations and Disrespect Towards the Prophet
In his writings, Maududi made certain comments regarding the Prophets (Ambiya-e-Keram) that contradict the core tenets of Islam. In his book Tafhimat (Vol. 2, Pg. 43), he claimed: "Prophets are not infallible; they too can commit sins." (Nauzubillah). A fundamental belief in Islam is that Prophets are 'Masum' (infallible). If Prophets are not held above error or sin, the sanctity of Divine Revelation (Wahi) and the reliability of the Sharia become questionable.
3. Negative Perspectives on the Sahaba (Companions)
In his controversial book Khilafat o Malokiyat (Caliphate and Kingship), he harshly criticized many Sahaba, including Hazrat Uthman (RA) and Hazrat Muawiya (RA). He labeled the political decisions of the Companions as "mistakes." However, in the Quran, Allah has declared His satisfaction with the Sahaba. To tarnish the character of the Sahaba is to undermine the very foundation of Islamic history.
4. Tactical Shifts and the Pretext of Public Welfare
If you observe closely, Jamaat is no longer speaking about direct religious provisions as they used to. They are now talking about "public welfare" or a "welfare state." This is not an ideological shift, but merely a political strategy. To gain power, they do not hesitate to bypass the basic definitions of Islam and use modern political terminology whenever necessary.
Conclusion
If they come to power, they will establish a system of governance using the name of Islam that is not actually Islam, but their own party agenda. This will damage the true image of Islam in the eyes of the general public. A philosophy that has the criticism of the Prophets and the Sahaba at its core can never bring about the welfare of Islam. Islam is never safe in the hands of those who use religion as a ladder to reach power.
===============================================
জামায়াতে ইসলামী কেন ইসলামের জন্য আশীর্বাদ নয়, বরং বড় ঝুঁকি?
