Lifestyles During Spring and Summer times

Assalamualaikum,

A few weeks ago, one of the khatibs talked about an important matter that pertains very much to Muslims in the countries of temperate climate.

The Importance of Lowering One's Gaze

The khatib reminded us to protect our eyes from unlawful sights especially during these spring and summer months which we know are the months of great enjoyment for many. As we are also enjoying the nice weather, we tend to see around us man and women with skimpy clothing and scantily clad body parts.

To lessen the problems of having to look at things we are not supposed to see, say the khatib, it is important for us to avoid from going to places where we know we will be trapped by the situation.

The reason why we need to lower our gaze from seeing unlawful things is linked to the condition of our hearts. By seeing these things, the greatness of Allah in our hearts may become less, and the greatness of other things will fill up our hearts. These ungodly matters should not be nested in our hearts. They may prevent us from having a good grasp of any knowledge that we want to acquire. The khatib relates our heart conditions with the knowledge that we gain and their relations to practical lifestyles that we follow in terms of foods, work and entertainment. It was mentioned quite clearly in the sermon, but, it has slipped my mind after some time. We'll pick up later.

The important message is lower your gaze, so you can protect your heart to remember Allah more.

Wallahualam.