Today's society appears to be in a state of severe decline morally, religiously, and socially, with its signs evident everywhere.
Qualities like truthfulness, honesty, and trustworthiness, which are the foundation of any civilized society, are becoming rare today.
Lying, cheating, and deception are being considered intelligence and cleverness, which is a dangerous mindset.
Immodesty and obscenity have become common in society, which has severely affected the character of the young generation.
The misuse of media and social media has played a significant role in spreading evils.
Disobedience to parents and disrespect for elders have become a regrettable aspect of today's society.
Instead of love, respect, and sincerity, relationships are now dominated by self-interest, ulterior motives, and selfishness.
Despite knowing that interest, bribery, and illicit earnings are wrong, they are being practically adopted.
The lack of justice and the oppression of the weak by the powerful are clear signs of social decay.
Distance from religion and love of the world have made man morally hollow.
The young generation is moving away from prayer, modesty, and religious education, which is a warning bell for the Ummah.
The purpose of education has become only to get a job and earn wealth; character building has been ignored.
The misuse of language, swearing, and rudeness are becoming common.
The rights of neighbors are being violated, and brotherhood is disappearing.
The violation of women's rights and un-Islamic freedom are both disrupting the social balance.
Men are neglecting their responsibilities, and women are being distanced from their true identity.
Due to the lack of proper religious education for children, they are falling prey to wrong paths.
The wrong behavior of elders becomes the biggest lesson of evil for children.
Backbiting, envy, and malice have distanced hearts from each other.
Qualities like tolerance, patience, and forgiveness are diminishing in society.
Now the question is, who is responsible for reforming this corrupt society?
The truth is that this responsibility lies on every individual, both individually and collectively.
First of all, we must reform ourselves because the reformation of society begins with the reformation of the individual.
We must adopt truthfulness and honesty in our words and deeds.
We must make prayer, recitation of the Quran, and remembrance of Allah a part of our lives.
Parents should pay special attention to the religious and moral education of their children.
Teachers should teach not only the curriculum but also character.
Scholars and religious leaders must fulfill the duty of reformation with wisdom and sincerity.
The media should play a reformative and constructive role instead of spreading obscenity.
Social media should be used for good deeds and for inviting people to religion.
We must learn to hate evil by considering it evil.
We must adopt enjoining good and forbidding evil according to our ability.
We must implement the distinction between halal and haram in our practical lives.
We must completely avoid interest, bribery, and deceit.
We must try to connect and maintain relationships, not break them.
We must fulfill the rights of neighbors, the poor, and the needy.
Young people must be attracted to pure company and a good environment.
Elders should set an example themselves so that young people can follow them.
Promoting justice and fairness in society is the duty of every responsible person.
We must adopt tolerance and forbearance despite differences.
Women must be made aware of the dignified status given to them by Islam.
Men must understand the responsibility of providing for and leading the family.
Children should be taught ethics and manners instead of being given mobile phones.
We must protect our tongue, sight, and heart.
Scholars, teachers, and parents must work together for reformative efforts.
Mosques should not only be places of worship but also centers for social reform.
Religion should be understood not only as a ritual but as a complete code of life.
We must remember that we are accountable for our actions.
Patience, wisdom, and consistency are essential for social reform.
We must work continuously instead of desiring immediate results.
We must create ease for each other, not difficulties.
Love, brotherhood, and compassion must be promoted in society.
The educated class must understand their responsibility more.
The business community must adopt honesty and fairness in measurement.
Employees must perform their duties honestly.
Rulers must be a practical example of justice and fairness.
The law must be applied equally to the powerful and the weak.
We must make practical efforts along with prayer.
We must ask Allah Almighty for forgiveness of our sins.
Reform is not possible without repentance and turning to Allah.
We must correct our priorities.
We must make the Hereafter the real goal instead of the world.
We must keep the pleasure of Allah in mind in every task.
We should not consider even a small good deed insignificant.
We should not ignore even a small evil by considering it trivial.
Starting reform from home is the most effective way.
Good things must be spread with gentleness and love.
Harshness and abusive language create corruption instead of reform.
We must never give up hope.
Despairing of Allah's mercy is itself a great evil.
If every individual recognizes their responsibility, society can change.
A righteous person can be the cause of eliminating many evils.
We must become influential instead of considering ourselves helpless.
Time, abilities, and resources must be used for good.
Connecting young people with religion is the greatest need of the hour.
We must benefit from the experience and prayers of elders.
We must worry about the future of our generations.
If we do not reform today, we will regret it tomorrow.
History is witness that nations devoid of morality perish.
Nations adorned with morality attain progress and honor.
We must adopt Islamic values with pride.
We must save ourselves from blindly imitating the West.
We must protect our civilization and culture.
We must make the Quran and Sunnah the main source of our guidance.
We must benefit from the correct guidance of scholars.
We must avoid sectarianism and hatred.
We must strive for the unity of the Ummah.
Every Muslim should be well-wisher of other Muslim.
This thinking can improve the society.
This action can save the society.
In the end, it should be remembered that society is formed by all of us.
If we are good, then the society will also be good.
If we are bad, then the society will also be corrupted.
Therefore, the responsibility is not on one person but on everyone.
We must start reforming ourselves from today.
We must correct the intention and strengthen the action.
We must ask for help from Allah Almighty.
We must be patient with the difficulties that come in the way of reform.
This is the way to success.
May Allah Almighty grant us the ability to reform our society,
Ameen, O Lord of the Worlds
Mufti Muhammad Sadiq Ameen Qasmi