Question:
As-Salaamualykum,
Here in South Africa, there is a recent trend in studying Quraan by opinion. This is becoming a problem as hadith are being nullified, based on logical approaches and opinions, and because some hadith are not mentioned in the Quraan. People approach their belief of Islam by solely applying logic, and forget about the sunnah and Islamic wisdom. It is becoming a problem particularly amongst the youngsters, because they believe Quraan was made “easy” and that it is an “open window”.
What is the best way to approach these people?
I would appreciate if the following hadith can be verified :
“He who speaks on the Qur’an without possessing knowledge must assume his seat in the Fire.” [ Ahmad (Vol. 1, pg. 269) No. 2429,Tirmdhi (Vol. 5, pg.198) No. 2950, [Maaf, I can not find an English translation to verify cross-reference]
Your insight will be much appreciated.
Shukran.
Answer:
Alaykum Salam,
It is a banale old heresy and they are outside the pale. The common historical antidote is for actual scholars to rise in every time and place and re-educate people about the basics of where we take Religion from.
The hadith quoted is authentic.
Hajj Gibril Haddad
