Hawzah News Agency- "Muslims must rely on the ethics and conduct of the Prophet and put his teachings into practice in their personal and social lives," said Hojatoleslam Mohammad Zaka-ul-Hassan during Friday prayer sermons at the Mahdiyah Mosque in Alipur, Islamabad.
Taqwa as foundation of moral life
In his first sermon, the Pakistani cleric elaborated on the significance of divine piety (Taqwa), drawing on the teachings of Imam Ali (AS) regarding the centrality of Taqwa in a believer's life.
Citing Wisdom 417 from Nahj al-Balagha, he said, "Taqwa is among the most fundamental religious and moral needs of human beings. A believer's true success is realized when Taqwa manifests practically in their conduct, speech, and lifestyle."
He stressed that Taqwa is not merely a verbal claim but must be evident in one's deeds, actions, and daily interactions.
"A believer must consider divine satisfaction and accountability for their actions in all their behavior and decisions, aligning their life and relations with religious teachings," Zaka-ul-Hassan said.
Self-accountability as path to reform
The Friday prayer leader also highlighted the necessity of self-reform and strengthening one's connection with God, rooted in the teachings of Imam Ali (AS).
"True human reform becomes possible when an individual engages in self-accountability, evaluates their deeds and behavior, and fortifies their relationship with the Almighty day by day," he said.
He called on worshippers to take divine piety, self-examination, and fulfillment of religious duties seriously in their personal lives.
Seerah as timeless source of guidance
In his second sermon, Zaka-ul-Hassan provided a detailed exposition of the character, Seerah, and ethics of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), drawing on Quranic verses, hadiths, and narrations.
"The blessed life of the Holy Prophet is the best model for Muslims, and the Islamic Ummah must draw inspiration from his conduct and methodology in various individual and social arenas," he stated.
The cleric emphasized that the Seerah is not merely a collection of historical events but a comprehensive source of guidance for humanity.
"Muslims must acquaint themselves with the Prophet's ethics, behavior, manner of social interaction, and way of engaging with people, and apply these teachings in their practical lives," he said.
Return to prophetic ethics
Pointing to the moral and social challenges facing contemporary society, the Pakistani scholar argued that benefiting from the Prophet's teachings has never been more urgent.
"At a time when society is grappling with various moral and social challenges, returning to the Seerah and ethics of the Holy Prophet can illuminate the correct path of individual and social life for Muslims," he said.
He urged Muslims to move beyond mere recognition and rhetoric, translating Islamic moral teachings and the exemplary character of the Prophet into daily conduct and practice.
Ethics and rights as pillars of a righteous society
Zaka-ul-Hassan further stressed that building a righteous and healthy society is not limited to acts of worship alone.
"The realization of such a society requires noble character, mutual respect, a sense of responsibility, observance of others' rights, and awareness of one's accountability before God," he said.
He concluded by calling on worshippers to strengthen their Taqwa, pursue self-purification, and remain steadfast in their religious obligations, emphasizing the need to study and implement the Seerah of the Holy Prophet in reforming individual character and building an ethical, responsible society.
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