Shirk ki Juren - Dr Israr Ahmad - Roots of Polytheism

This lecture explores the historical and theological roots of polytheism (shirk). Dr. Israr Ahmad elucidates how the practice originated not from believing in multiple creators, but from seeking intermediaries to gain proximity to the one God. He details how this concept manifested in pre-Islamic Arabian society, as well as among other ancient cultures, and explains that the core of shirk lies in attributing power and influence to beings other than God for the purpose of seeking divine favor. The lecture emphasizes that while acknowledging God as the ultimate creator was common, the desire for access and blessing through intermediaries led to the worship of saints, idols, and other figures. It highlights the subtle yet pervasive nature of shirk, rooted in the human desire for connection and intervention.

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