This article, written by a Muslim believer and columnist, condemns
violence against Christians (and all believers) on Islamic grounds,
including scriptural references for the writer’s position drawn from the
Qur’an
In the Name of God The Most Gracious, Most Merciful
Dear
Fellow Brothers and Sisters in Islam, it is with great sadness that we
have heard the devastating news of the deplorable acts of violence
committed against our brothers and sisters of the Christian faith in
Nigeria. Our prayers go out to the family, friends and community of all
those who have lost loved ones and those who were injured.
]]>These horrific acts of violence demand from us Muslims and people of all faiths around the globe to stand up against all those who perpetrate such horrific acts. Violence of any kind against any people cannot be ignored. Transgressions against people’s rights are occurring today across all boundaries. Regardless of what perpetrators of such acts claim to hold over any other person, to live safely is a right, and we must all stand up to protect the right for all people. “Stand for justice even if it is against yourself” (Quran Surat-un-Nisa, Chapter 4, Verse 135).
| It is those who truly know the religion of Islam who, despite our differences, engage in peaceful dialogue and wholeheartedly forsake acts of violence like this. As dedicate worshippers we recognize that an injustice in one part of the world is never validated by another injustice. Human life is sacred and it is never acceptable to take a person’s life to promote a political agenda. |