The Fourteenth Ramadan Lecture by the Leader: The Lesson of Prophet Moses in Wisdom and Protecting the Oppressed
In light of the great challenges facing the nation and the oppressed throughout history, the fourteenth Ramadan lecture by the Leader, Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, sheds light on a timeless lesson from the lives of God’s prophets. Prophet Moses, peace be upon him, presents a living example of confronting injustice and enduring hardship, demonstrating how truth can be defended with wisdom, and how the rights of the oppressed can be protected through sound judgment. This lecture is not merely a historical account, but a practical roadmap for the nation today in confronting injustice, violations, and the false propaganda of the arrogant powers.
The Incident of Moses: A Lesson in Confronting Injustice with Wisdom
The Prophet Moses, peace be upon him, intervened to save a vulnerable person being assaulted by an arrogant oppressor. This intervention unintentionally resulted in the death of the assailant, as the objective was to protect the oppressed:
{So he struck him} [Al-Qasas: 15]
{He said, “My Lord, for the favor You have bestowed upon me, I will never be an assistant to the criminals.”} [Al-Qasas: 17]
The Leader emphasized that Moses’s stance exemplifies upholding the truth while being aware of the consequences. Defending the oppressed and acting justly requires wisdom, an understanding of the situation, and consideration of the surrounding circumstances. This incident highlights the importance of sound judgment and avoiding hasty individual decisions to prevent crises from escalating and to protect the vulnerable.
Practical Lessons from the Actions of the Reckless
The Leader addressed the behavior of some impulsive followers who act emotionally, leading to individual problems that can harm larger causes, citing the verse:
{Indeed, you are clearly a troublemaker.} [Al-Qasas: 18]
He emphasized that caution, discipline, and wise action guarantee the protection of the vulnerable and the success of just causes, while personal impulsiveness can lead to counterproductive results, both historically and in the contemporary reality of the nation.
The Methods of the Arrogant: Distortion and Propaganda
The Leader explained that tyrants in every era rely on distortion and propaganda to separate the vulnerable from those who seek to save them. He cited the actions of the Zionist Jews and America in the modern era, where any legitimate defense of the vulnerable is portrayed as a wrong action or unjustified violence, while they themselves practice injustice daily and systematically.
The arrogant powers aim, through these campaigns, to distort public opinion, weaken the morale of the oppressed, and discredit those who strive to alleviate their suffering, just as happened in the incident with Moses in Medina.
Moses’ Wisdom in Confronting the Arrogant
The Leader pointed out that Moses did not act rashly, but rather took calculated steps, while guiding and criticizing the rash among his followers. He emphasized that the correct approach balances protecting the oppressed with confronting the oppressors with wisdom:
{So when he intended to strike the one who was an enemy to them both} [Al-Qasas: 19]
This stage highlights the importance of discipline, prioritizing, working within the framework of the nation’s general interest, and not being swayed by personal emotions or individual decisions that could harm major issues.
A New Phase… Moving with Caution
The Leader concluded that Moses left the city as a migrant, committed to protecting the vulnerable and achieving justice, while emphasizing the importance of caution and avoiding hasty individual decisions. This situation demonstrates to the nation today the value of patience and wisdom in confronting arrogance and injustice, and the necessity of considering circumstances and the public interest when addressing major issues.
Wisdom and Patience… The Weapon of the Oppressed
The stance of the Prophet Moses, peace be upon him, teaches us that patience, wisdom, and discipline are the greatest weapons of the oppressed in confronting tyrants and oppressors. Protecting the vulnerable and achieving justice requires a precise assessment of circumstances and a clear vision, free from emotionalism and haste. These lessons serve as a practical roadmap for the nation today to confront injustice in every time and place.