*   We are granted the ability to cry out of fear of Allah Almighty.

*   We also receive the ability to repent.

In short, religious gatherings are a great means for staying connected with a religious environment, remaining steadfast in good deeds, and nurturing a passion for doing more religious work.

The noble Prophets and the Invitation to Collective Good Deeds

Dear Islamic brothers! تَذْکِیْر (reminding and giving advice) is something sought after by the Shariah. It is one of the most important topics in the holy Quran. The noble Prophets عَـلَـيْـهِمُ الـصَّلٰوةُ وَالـسَّـلَام, the honourable Companions رَضِیَ الـلّٰـهُ عَنْهُم, and the pious predecessors رَحِمَهُمُ الـلّٰـهُ adopted various methods for offering reminders and advice. One of the most efficacious methods that touched hearts deeply and brought about great social change were religious gatherings.

*   There are narrations about the beloved Prophets عَـلَـيْـهِمُ الـصَّلٰوةُ وَالـسَّـلَام holding gatherings, bringing people together, delivering reminders and advice, and collectively inviting others towards good deeds.

*   Prophet Mūsā عَـلَيْـهِ الـسَّـلاَم would gather the Banī Isrāˈīl at different times and deliver sermons to them. The contents of these sermons have been mentioned in various narrations.

*   Prophet Zakariyyā عَـلَيْـهِ الـسَّـلاَم used to deliver reminders and advice to people collectively.

*   There are also narrations regarding Prophet Sulaymān عَـلَيْـهِ الـسَّـلاَم holding gatherings.

*   About Prophet Dāwūd عَـلَيْـهِ الـسَّـلاَم, there are narrations that he