Islam and Social Media

Social media is the interaction amongst people in which they create, share or exchange information and ideas in virtual communities and networks. Islam definitely appreciates and welcomes all forms of advancement as long as it is in accordance with the laws of Allah (SWT) and the traditions of the noble Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

As Muslims, our mission is to learn to put into practice and to pass our knowledge of the beautiful message (Islam) so that the world can experience peace. This is why education; both western and Islamic is very important.

Today, we are in a world where technology is advancing rapidly and if we aren’t going to use the technology positively, then it will be used in a destructive manner to promote what is incorrect and which will earn the wrath of Allah (SWT).

So, we can all come to the agreement that it is allowed and in fact very important for us to make use of whatever the latest technology is, in order to pass the message of peace across the globe.

But the problem is, if we read the statistics of social networking and social media sites, it is alarming that many of us don’t use this wonderful technology properly. Nowadays, we are sometimes too busy with our phones and computer devices that we neglect certain important things in life like Salaat, reciting the Quran or being a parent. Some of us commit sins on a daily basis due to our activities on the Internet. We should always remember that whatever we do on earth, we would account for it on the day of Qiyama. 

Taking a careful look at technology, there are so many forms of social media, hence we have not only the ability to source but even to be a part of its making or creation. We have to make sure we use it in the correct way, and Insha Allah, Allah (SWT) will bless you and I in this world and the hereafter.

Islam encourages social interaction but within limits and for the right reasons. We all know that prayers observed in a congregration attract more rewards than praying alone. You have for example the Jumuah that is compulsory upon us as Muslims. We need to know that it is a gathering. The Eid is also a gathering. To go out to visit the sick is highly rewarding. Today, you can send a WhatsApp or BBM message to a sick friend telling him/her that you are praying for them and get a similar reward.

Finally, it is important as Muslims to choose a profile befitting who you really are in terms of your link towards Allah (SWT). Let us not be among those who are doing wrong. Let us be from among those who are there in other to maintain our family ties, find out about our friends, get more educated and to spread the message of Islam when we have a chance.

Invite to the Way of your Lord with wisdom and fair preaching, and argue with them in a way that is better. Truly, your Lord knows best who has gone astray from His path, and He is the Best Knower of those who are guided.                                                                                                     Surat Nahl, Qu’ran 16:125

Ma Salaam

Love: Deejah