Support fire victims of Kishtwar, Gurez: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq

Srinagar, Oct 18: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq today called on the people of Kashmir to generously support families devastated by recent fires in Kishtwar and Gurez.

According to a press release, he made the plea during his  sermon delivered at Jama Masjid Srinagar. Mirwaiz  stressed the moral and religious responsibility to assist these vulnerable communities, especially with the harsh weather conditions approaching. He urged people to come forward and provide material and financial support.

Mirwaiz  also expressed deep concern over the growing prevalence of un-Islamic practices in society, particularly the disturbing rise in black magic and superstitions. He pointed out that every other day, reports surface of taweez (amulets) and other objects being found in graveyards—an act reminiscent of the Jahiliyah (Age of Ignorance) that starkly contradicts Islamic teachings.

He also highlighted a disturbing trend where even birds and other animals are being used to profess superstition and black magic, further emphasizing the deviation from Islamic principles. He urged the Muslim community to adhere strictly to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), who condemned such harmful practices.

Mirwaiz reminded the congregation that faith in Allah and following the prophetic tradition are the foundations of a righteous life, and cautioned against those who exploit others through these means.