Futuwwa is often translated to chivalry but it carries far-reaching significations than the translation’s literal import. This concept encapsulates the essence of the physical and metaphysical path traversed by all of the prophets. Futuwwa is about inculcating self-discipline and character refinement in alignment with a higher, divine-centred purpose. It also highlights and teaches the aspirant the art of balancing and tempering the human faculties of desire, intellect and anger such that the noble virtues of character are unearthed. Ultimately futuwwa brings about the possibility of realising the great virtue of Ithaar (preference of others) which is rooted in service and self-sacrifice. This is all facilitated by the practicing of prophetic ‘sports’ which are the mechanisms by virtue of which futuwwa can be assumed.One of the sports that are offered includes wrestling. “Verily Rukanah wrestled the Prophet, and the Prophet took him down.” – Hadith Wrestling instils discipline and the importance of adhering to principles which are both paramount to an aspiring believer. By mastering these skills, one naturally will develop the potential to excel in religious obligations and duties that relate to God and His dependants. It also imparts lessons on how to cope with adversity and positively address challenges faced in one’s life. For More Info Email: info@kqzinstitute.co.uk www.facebook.com/kqzlegacy © 2014 KQZ INSTITUTE

• published: 15 Oct 2014
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