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  1. Jafry S
    Jafry S Islamic Scholar

    بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم In Islamic tradition الرياء (showing off) is considered Hidden shirk (الشرك الخفي) خرج علينا رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم ونحن نتذاكر المسيح الدجال، فقال: ألا أخبركم بما هو أخوف عليكم عندي من المسيح الدجال؟ قال: قلنا: بلى. فقال: "الشرك الخفي، أن يقوم الرجل يصلي، فيزين صلاته لمRead more

    بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم

    In Islamic tradition الرياء (showing off) is considered Hidden shirk (الشرك الخفي)

    خرج علينا رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم ونحن نتذاكر المسيح الدجال، فقال: ألا أخبركم بما هو أخوف عليكم عندي من المسيح الدجال؟ قال: قلنا: بلى. فقال: “الشرك الخفي، أن يقوم الرجل يصلي، فيزين صلاته لما يرى من نظر رجل. أخرجه ابن ماجه، وقال البوصيري في الزوائد: إسناده حسن.

    و الله أعلم بالصواب

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  1. Iqra Ibrahim
    Iqra Ibrahim Muslim Writer

    Shirk is a concept in Islam that refers to the sin of associating partners with Allah (God) or attributing divine attributes to anyone or anything other than Allah. It is considered a grave sin and is the opposite of Tawhid, which is the belief in the oneness of Allah. There are two main types of shRead more

    Shirk is a concept in Islam that refers to the sin of associating partners with Allah (God) or attributing divine attributes to anyone or anything other than Allah. It is considered a grave sin and is the opposite of Tawhid, which is the belief in the oneness of Allah.

    There are two main types of shirk in Islam.

    1.Shirk al-Akbar (Major Shirk): This is the most serious form of shirk and involves associating partners with Allah in His lordship, divinity, or worship. Examples include worshiping idols, believing in multiple gods, or seeking intermediaries between oneself and Allah in worship.

    2.Shirk al-Asghar (Minor Shirk): This is a lesser form of shirk, often referred to as “hidden” or “minor” shirk. It involves actions or intentions that may undermine one’s faith or sincerity. For example, showing off in acts of worship to gain praise from others can be a form of minor shirk.

    Muslims are commanded to avoid all forms of shirk and maintain the pure monotheistic belief in the oneness of Allah. It is one of the most fundamental principles of Islamic theology.

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  1. Ahmad Haseeb
    Ahmad Haseeb

    "Kufr" is an Arabic term in Islamic theology that generally refers to disbelief or unbelief in Islam. It is often used to describe the rejection or denial of the core beliefs and principles of Islam. There are different kinds or levels of Kufr in Islamic jurisprudence: Kufr asli (Major Kufr): This iRead more

    “Kufr” is an Arabic term in Islamic theology that generally refers to disbelief or unbelief in Islam. It is often used to describe the rejection or denial of the core beliefs and principles of Islam. There are different kinds or levels of Kufr in Islamic jurisprudence:

    Kufr asli (Major Kufr): This is the most severe form of disbelief, where a person consciously and knowingly rejects Islam and its fundamental beliefs. It includes those who openly declare their disbelief in God or the Prophet Muhammad.

    Kufr in action: This refers to actions that may not necessarily involve a complete rejection of faith but are considered acts of disbelief. For example, performing acts of worship to other than Allah (shirk), insulting the Prophet Muhammad, or mocking Islam can be considered Kufr in action.

    Kufr by omission: This involves failing to believe in a fundamental aspect of Islam or neglecting a duty. For instance, denying the existence of angels or not praying regularly could be considered Kufr by omission.

    Kufr al-juhud (Rejectionist Kufr): This is when someone denies the truth of Islam despite having full knowledge and understanding of it. It’s a deliberate and obstinate rejection.

    Kufr al-nifaq (Hypocritical Kufr): This refers to hypocrisy, where a person outwardly professes belief in Islam but inwardly conceals disbelief or harbors ill intentions towards Muslims.

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