Moosaa Richardson mentions a modern deviation in understanding the Book of Allaah, that the Prophet Loot (peace be upon him) was sent to forbid his people from homosexuality firstly and formostly. Those who champion this idea in our modern times wish to say this provides us with a basis from the Prophets for addressing social ills before inviting people to worship Allaah alone.

From class #12 of our Explanation of Soorah ash-Shu'araa' series, as recorded on 1438.02.20.