Mufti Abdul Malek, Khatib of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque and a leader of the hardline Islami Andolan Bangladesh associated with the Charmonai Pir, delivered a strongly worded pre-khutba address on Friday, labeling coeducation as na-jaiz in Islam.
He declared that Western civilization is inventing new forms of obscenity and that a conspiracy is underway to spread “distorted” transgender ideas in the country.
A disciple of Nunupuri Pir, Khatib Malek described gender reassignment as equivalent to declaring war against Allah.
NGOs, he said, are making “sinister efforts” to legalize homosexuality. Islam has declared homosexuality haram; in the time of Prophet Lut (peace be upon him) people engaged in it and Allah destroyed the entire nation by burying them for their vile behavior. Purdah (hijab) was made obligatory to keep society pure.
Smartphones, Open Doors and the Call to Block Every Path to Obscenity
The khatib stated that the Prophet (peace be upon him) gave methods to remove obscenity from society and ordered that every path leading to it be closed. One must not approach any form of obscenity. Allah has declared both open and hidden obscenity haram. Because of “brain distortion,” some people no longer regard obscenity as anything serious, yet it destroys faith and character. Obscenity cannot be stopped while all doors remain open.
He questioned how non-mahram women are introduced as “friends.”
Allah has commanded in the Quran not to approach zina (fornication/adultery). The biggest instrument of zina today, he said, is the smartphone.
Preaching Against Coeducation
Highlighting a central demand, Mufti Abdul Malek declared that the coeducation system of boys and girls is na-jaiz (impermissible) according to Shariah. If the government introduces a fully separate education system for men and women in all educational institutions, it would be a major act of virtue.
He further cited Quranic injunctions: do not commit shirk, be good to parents, do not kill children out of fear of poverty, for Allah provides sustenance. To improve the condition of faith one must seek Allah’s help; peace will be established in society only by following Islamic Shariah.
At the start of the new moon, he urged prayers to remain safe from Satan’s deception and from all forms of obscenity.
Hardline Groups and Fundamentalists Gain Strength
Observers note that Mufti Abdul Malek is a prominent figure in the hardline Islami Andolan Bangladesh of the Charmonai Pir. Since the fall of the Awami League government, armed militant groups and fundamentalist forces have gained a strong foothold in the country, allowing such open preaching against coeducation, gender mixing, musical events, secularism, and perceived Western social norms to become more prominent in major mosques.
Call for Muslim Unity and Ulama Solidarity (Mirpur)
In a separate sermon, Mufti Abdur Rahim Qasemi, Khatib of the historic Baitul Mamur Jame Mosque in Mirpur, said the Muslim world must come onto one platform and work in a planned manner to face current global challenges. Continuity of that unity is needed to protect Bangladesh’s independence and sovereignty. To suppress the “arrogance of fascism,” sincerity, sympathy, respect and sacrifice among people must increase. Just as unity of all classes is essential for the country, unity of Haqqani ulama is indispensable for protecting Islamic aqeedah and heritage.
Scholars, as heirs of the prophets, must distribute correct knowledge of the Quran and Sunnah and reduce distances among themselves. Allah says: “Hold fast to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided.”
Virtues of the Quran and Call for Constant Recitation (Mugda)
Mufti Faizullah Jivanpuri, Khatib of Baitun Noor Jame Mosque in Mugda North, Dhaka, described the Quran as the means of a servant’s direct connection with Allah. When hearts harden under worldly busyness, only the touch of the Quran can revive and purify them. The more a person’s relationship with the Quran deepens, the more honor Allah grants in this world and the hereafter. Recitation brings reward for every letter, worldly excellence and eternal success; even angels descend at night eager to hear a believer’s recitation.
He cited multiple verses affirming the Quran’s divine origin through Jibril in clear Arabic and urged worshippers to remain constantly engaged in its recitation wherever they are.