๐ In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
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๐ป Reminding Muslim business owners and entrepreneurs to ensure that not only are the products they're selling halal (lawful and legal to be sold) but also their ways of advertising do not contradict Islamic values and principles as much as possible. I understand that some of you may be tempted to post advertisements which include messages like "ideal for Xmas giveaways" or "special gifts to give your loved ones this Xmas season" to increase your sales instead of limiting your customers to Muslims only, but do you actually believe that Allah the Almighty would bless your businesses if it seems that you're absolutely okay with certain celebrations which are clearly related to shirk/polytheism?
If it is illogical for a vegan or vegetarian to work as a butcher in a meat shop or for an individual who abhors cats and is allergic to them to sell pet cat food, then it is more irrational for a Muslim who strives to please Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala to sell items by indirectly showing double thumbs up to the wrong ideologies of potential buyers. Displaying indirect approval to customs and events which commemorate kufr/disbelief or shirk/polytheism in any way isn't something that Allah the Most Wise would appreciate. Do you think that most teachers would like it if you're striving to study well to perform satisfactorily at school while you openly cheer for the rebellious students who encourage others to drop out?
There are other methods of increasing the number of supportive customers without sacrificing your values and going against your beliefs. You could offer reasonable discounts or award freebies without mentioning occasions which we Muslims don't celebrate.
Your business can Inn-sha-Allah thrive and be filled with barakah if you sincerely put effort into trying to avoid choices which could displease Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala.
Sometimes an action done regularly may appear to be insignificant to you but to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala it could be something serious or considerable.
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๐ Abu Umamah RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever loves for the sake of Allah, hates for the sake of Allah, gives for the sake of Allah, and withholds for the sake of Allah has perfected the faith (Imaan)."
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 4681
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
Al-Azimabadi said, “That he hates for the sake of Allah does not mean he harms the one whom he hates. Rather, the hatred is for his unbelief and disobedience.”
Source: ‘Awn Al-Ma’būd 4681
๐ 'Aisha RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever seeks Allah's Pleasure by the displeasure of the people, Allah will suffice him against the people. Whoever seeks the pleasure of the people by displeasing Allah, Allah (Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) will leave him to the patronage of the people."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2414
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
