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Fame and Popularity Are Misleading

Dr. Abū Wāʾil Musa Shaleem

A discussion mentioning the lack of fame of the Messengers, the dangers of raising leaders due to their fame, Allāh’s criticism of the majority and praise of the minority, and the historic misguidance of the majority.

First Published: March 16, 2026
Last Updated: March 16, 2026

Fame and Popularity Are Misleading

Dr. Abū Wāʾil Musa Shaleem

A discussion mentioning the lack of fame of the Messengers, the dangers of raising leaders due to their fame, Allāh’s criticism of the majority and praise of the minority, and the historic misguidance of the majority.

Published: March 16, 2026
Updated: March 16, 2026

From the key points discussed:

  • Fame and popularity in regards to the Prophets.
  • The dangers of popular and ignorant leaders.
  • Examples of unpopular individuals who spread the truth and popular propagators of falsehood.
  • The virtue of the minority with Allāh.
  • The assocation of misguidance with the majority.

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