Author: Om Aisha
Morjaeh sect (10th part)
Introduction:
Since belief is one of the most important motivations for a person to take action, and a person act based on their beliefs even in situations where others view their beliefs as impossible. One of the reasons that isolated the Morjaeh sect from other sects was their unique set of beliefs.
In this topic, we will discuss the views and opinions of the Morjaeh sect, as well as their growth and development during the Umayyad era, followed by their subsequent decline.”
Votes and opinions of the Morjaeh Sect
“This sect believes that good deeds are of no use to a disbeliever, and no sin is harmful to a faithful (Muslim) heart. Even if an unbeliever performs good deeds throughout their life, they will not enter heaven, as it is forbidden for them. Similarly, if a believer is persistently involved in sins, they will not enter hell, as it is also forbidden for them. This belief system is considered false and completely misguided, as Muslims are directed in the Quran and Hadith to engage in good deeds and avoid bad ones.
According to Jafar Sobhani, the beliefs of the Marjaeh sect differ from those of other Muslims primarily concerning faith and disbelief.
They argue that actions are separate from true faith, leading to certain implications:
– Faith is defined as acknowledgment with the heart or tongue and is considered unchangeable.
– A person who commits a major sin is still seen as a believer, as mere belief in the heart or confession with the tongue is sufficient for faith. Therefore, individuals committing major sins will not face punishment, neither temporary nor permanent.
Position of the Morjaeh sect
The threat to Islamic culture and civilization prompted the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) to address and challenge this sect, emphasizing the importance of combining deeds with faith. Sunni scholars have refuted the beliefs of the Morjaeh sect. Imam Uzaee, along with other esteemed Sunni jurists and hadith scholars, expressed concern about the Morjaeh sect, considering them one of the most troubling sects in early Islam.”
