Yes, it is very important that we be clear about the scriptural foundations for our actions. Many people are calling for peace, and some do so on the basis of their scriptures. But do the scriptures actually measure up to our high expectations for peace in the modern world? In fact the Quran does not promote violence at all, though some verses taken out of context may give that impression. When the Quran is studied within the context in which it was revealed, some fourteen hundred years ago, more so specifically within the lifespan of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, responding to the events in his life, and when the verses in the Quran are studied within the context of the Quran itself, one will see that the Quran is really all about peace, and war is treated as the exception. Where war is done for a good purpose, such as for protecting the oppressed or for preserving religious freedom, then that too comes with limitations and cautions so that aggression should never come from the part of Muslims.
Posted on: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 03:10:18 +0000
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