ISLAM IS THE RELIGION OF PEACE

This book is corrected and edited by Al-Hassanain (p) Institue for Islamic Heritage and Thought

Author: Dr.Abdur-Rahman Abdul-Kareem Al-Sheha
Translator: Abu Salman Deya-ud-Deen Eberle
Publisher: www.islamland.org
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Introduction
The Meaning of Islam
The Misconception that Islam was spread by Force
Just War Theory and Practice in Islam
Islamic Principles Enjoin Mercy and Condemn Aggression
Islamic General Principles Champion Comprehensive Peace
Respect for the human life
Equality of human status
The unity and inviolability of the religion of Allah for all humans
Encouragement of fruitful cooperation between Muslims and the People of the Book (Jews and Christians)
Sincerity and purity in advising others
Enjoining the good and forbidding the evil
Islamic forms of worship encourage brotherhood and egalitarian values
Necessity of all to seek beneficial knowledge
Environmental protection and preservation
Social Welfare including support of orphans, the needy and destitute
Principles of Endowment
Islamic Morals Promote Comprehensive Peace
Islam Enjoins Believers to Observe the Following Moral Obligations and Recommendations to Promote Peace
Islam enjoins truth
Islam enjoins justice
Islam enjoins altruism
Islam enjoins brotherhood
Islam enjoins the maintenance of righteous company
Islam enjoins reconciliation and peace making
Islam enjoins maintaining a good character and morals
Islam enjoins generosity
Islam enjoins on Muslims to hide mistakes and omissions of others
Islam enjoins upon patience
Examples of Acts Prohibited in Islam which help Promote Peace
Polytheism and Idolatry
Sorcery and magic of all types
Aggression and oppression
Unkind treatment towards parents, children and kindred
Adultery, fornication, slander etc
Intoxicants and Gambling
Stealing, robbery, unlawful acquisition of property and wealth
Monopoly and hording
Misuse of the wealth and the assets of an orphan
Abuse of authority
Torture
False testimonies and oaths
Betrayal and breach of trust in contracts
Slander and backbiting
Name-calling and mocking others
Hatred, contempt and resentment against others
Social boycott (unless under strict conditions)
Cursing and abusive language
Stinginess and miserliness
Extravagance and lavish spending
Exaggeration and extremism
Arrogance and false pride
All unjust acts leading to disputes, quarrels and feuds among people
Misrepresentation of facts and false reporting
Fits of Rage, Temper tantrums, and use of offensive and abusive language
Glee and malicious joy over the sufferings of others
Undue interference with things that do not concern him
Unjust ruling and sentences
Spying on others
Spreading the mistakes of others, and slandering
Exploitation of others, especially the easily victimized like the destitute or elderly
Inconveniences to others, especially neighbors
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