Islam is a religion of moderation!

The Almighty God says in the Holy Quran, ‘Thus have We established you as a moderate nation.’ (Surah Al-Baqarah, verse-143). The Holy Prophet (PBUH) declared, ‘I have been sent to adopt the straight path, not to adopt the extreme path.’

Almighty Allah also said, ‘Adopt easy and do not be harsh. Islam is indeed easy and no one will make it difficult except the transgressors.’ If the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) was given the right to choose between two things, he would take the easy one. He said, ‘Give glad tidings and do not spread hatred.’ (Some narrations of Sahih Bukhari). ‘Allah Almighty commands, ‘Do not exaggerate in religion.’ (Surah An-Nisa, verse-171). The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said, ‘O people, beware of exaggeration in religion. Those before you were destroyed because of exaggeration in it.’ (Ibn Majah). Islam is a religion of peace and humanity. 

 

Islam is a religion of peace and humanity. There is no place for extreme methods, militancy and terrorism, and corruption in this religion. Islam does not support subversive activities at all. Creating an unstable environment and a frightening situation is a strictly punishable crime in Islam. Islam came to fly the white dove of peace in a turbulent world. Islam encourages moderate behavior in the implementation of family, social and state life systems and religious rules. Islam supports harmonious treatment of all ethnic groups and peaceful coexistence. This religion is a symbol of peace and harmony. No mainstream movement of Islam has been conducted through external forces. This religion has spread worldwide through forgiveness, generosity and moral ideals. The Almighty God has said in various verses in the Holy Quran, ‘Do not transgress the limits. Indeed, Allah does not love the transgressors.’ (Surah Baqarah, verse-190).

 

Adopting moderation in life and religion is the directive of Islamic Sharia. The risk of danger is less in adopting moderation. Just as it is easy to rise to a higher level if you are in a middle position, it is not difficult to descend to a lower level. Adopting moderation and the unique ideals of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in the propagation of Islam is the demand of the time. In the current context, taking a strict stance and adopting extreme approaches is a suicidal step. Therefore, we all must firmly believe in being inspired by the ideals of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), the guide to the liberation of humanity, regardless of our differences. Religious people must be called upon to be vigilant and aware in preventing extreme approaches. We must call for peace, order and adopting moderation.

 

Conflict and warfare are essentially a satanic cycle. Islam does not support quarrels and corruption. This religion is a symbol of equality, humanity and generosity. Islam has taught orderly and brotherly behavior. Quarrels and divisive policies are an anti-social act. As a result, family and social cohesion and unity and harmony are destroyed. The bonds of kinship are severed. A black shadow of unrest descends on individual, family and social life. Violence, murder, terrorism and corruption spread due to excess. The most heinous crimes such as immoral behavior and obscene speech are rampant. The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) has called those who use obscene language hypocrites. The Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) has encouraged people to avoid quarrels and warfare for legitimate reasons. It was narrated from the companion Abu Umama Al-Bahili (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “I am the guardian of a house in the heart of Paradise for the one who refrains from arguing even though he is in the right. I am the guardian of a house in the middle of Paradise for the one who avoids lying even when he is curious. I am the guardian of a house in the highest part of Paradise for the one whose conduct is good.” (Abu Dawud-Sahih)

 

It is sad but true that at present, individuals, families, societies, countries and the world are spreading a warlike attitude. Those who would establish peace and order are busy today in the guise of war. Everyone is engaged in competition for victory and defeat and in enmity and hatred. Those whose duty it was to extend a helping hand in times of danger are today conspiring to kill people. We must adopt a liberal policy. We must acquire a mentality of concessions for the purpose of establishing peace and order. We must avoid all kinds of despicable excesses and inhuman conspiracies to kill people.