When a routine trip to the grocery store turned into an armed robbery with a sawed-off shotgun, one Muslim man’s quick thinking, lawful firearm, and trust in Allah saved lives. This gripping episode of The Deen Show also addresses the misconception that Islam and self-defense are incompatible, discusses Mike Tyson’s journey to Islam, and explores why fame and fortune can never replace the peace that comes from submitting to the Creator.
A Robbery, a Sawed-Off Shotgun, and a Muslim with a Concealed Carry
The guest was shopping for vegetables with his wife when an armed robber entered with a sawed-off shotgun, forcing a security guard at gunpoint. With his wife beside him and innocent people filling the store at 7 PM, he acted swiftly: he moved his wife to safety and drew his legally registered concealed firearm. The incident, captured on surveillance cameras, demonstrates that Islam’s message of peace does not mean passivity in the face of mortal danger. Even the prophets fought to defend the innocent.
“We live in a violent world and it takes peace-minded individuals who want peace to actually enforce action against those who don’t want it. Moses fought, Jesus said he came to bring a sword, and Prophet Muhammad fought. The challenge is that you need people of peace to enforce peace.”
A Message to Mike Tyson and All Who Seek Purpose
The episode also addressed Mike Tyson, a fellow Muslim, with loving advice and an open invitation to appear on The Deen Show. The host reminded viewers that every sign from the Creator, including stumbling upon this program, is an invitation to reflect on the purpose of life. Death is a reality that renders all worldly accumulation meaningless, and the only thing that matters is whether we lived to please our Creator.
“Everyone who surrenders and submits to the maker of mankind, if they die on pure monotheism, they will eventually end up in Paradise. But we want to be prepared for that moment of death when it comes.”
- Islam permits and encourages self-defense when innocent lives are at stake, as demonstrated by all the prophets including Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad (peace be upon them all)
- Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali, and many other famous athletes have embraced Islam, finding in it the peace that fame and wealth could never provide
- Carrying a lawful firearm for self-defense is consistent with Islamic principles of protecting life and preventing harm
- The Priceless Blessings that the Creator gives us, such as health, sight, and family, cannot be purchased with any amount of money and deserve our deepest gratitude
