Islam - A Religon of Terror | Tasaddaq Husayn

The impact of Islam on the Renaissance in Europe is well-documented, showcasing its significant role in ending the Dark Ages. Throughout its 1400 years of existence, Islam has made immense contributions to the spiritual, intellectual, and cultural advancement of humanity. With over 1.2 billion followers worldwide, Islam derives its name from the Arabic words for "peace" and "voluntary submission to the One God." Given these facts, is it reasonable to believe that a faith with such a rich history could promote indiscriminate terror and destruction in modern times?

Dar As Sunnah Publications

• Tasaddaq Husayn

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ISLAM TERROR?
A RELIGION OF
دار السنة
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CONTENTS Foreword FOLL Introduction The Importance of Human Life Jihad Islam Forbids the Killing of Civilians Suicide Bombings Tolerance in Islam Extremism The Media The Universality of Islam 5 6 8 9 11 13 13 14 16 18 22 21 Position of Islamic Scholars on Terrorism 23 Mercy for Mankind 26 Conclusion 28 Index of Proper Names 30 Brief Glossary 31 Bibliography 32
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TOLERANCE IN ISLAM Islam is a religion that commands tolerance and a balanced approach in all affairs without going to extremes: be that an intellectual discourse or act of worship. Scholars in the West have refuted the myth of Muslims co- ercing others to convert to Islam. The historian De Lacy O'Leary wrote in 'Islam at Crossroads': "History makes it clear, that the legend of fanatical Muslims, sweeping though the world and forcing Islam at the point of the sword upon conquered races is one of the most fantasti- cally absurd myths that historians have ever repeated." Spain was ruled by Muslims for almost eight hundred years. During this time, the non-Muslim communities were treated with respect and tolerance. Eight hundred years was ample time for the forced conversion of the entire Iberian popu- lace, had the Muslims been intent upon doing so. For centu- ries Christian and Jewish minorities have lived and flourished in the Muslim lands, often arriving to escape the organised killing by governments in Europe. Countries such as Egypt, Morocco, Palestine, Lebanon, Syria and Jordon all have sig- nificant Christian and Jewish populations. Hindus, Sikhs and Buddhists have also been living side by side with Muslims in India, Pakistan, Indonesia and Malaysia for many centuries, mutually conducting trade and many oth- er transactions in peace and prosperity. This is not surprising 14
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EXTREMISM Islam is replete with examples of moderation and tolerance. It exhorts its adherents to follow the middle course in all af- fairs, religious or secular. The life of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is a testimony to his mod- eration in all matters, including worship. Islam is a religion that is balanced in all aspects. It does not condone any form of extremism. In fact it unequivocally condemns all forms of extremism and terrorism. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Those who go to extremes are destroyed" 1 In another report he said, "Beware of extremism for it was extremism that destroyed the nations before you."2 He also said, "Make things easy and do not make things difficult. Give glad tidings and do not drive the people away."3 1Ahmed 2Ahmed #1851-3248, Nasi #3059, Ibn Majah #3029 'Bukhari & Muslim 16
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ISLAM A RELIGION OF TERROR? It is well recognised that Islam played a pivotal role in kick-starting the Renaissance in Europe, signalling the end of the Dark Ages. In its rich 1400 year history, Islam has made huge spiritual, intellectual and cultural contributions for the betterment of human civilisation. The Arabic word "Islam" means "peace" and "voluntary submission to the One God." Islam has over 1.2 billion followers around the globe. In light of these facts is it credible that this very same faith could promote indiscriminate terror and destruction in the modern era? Där as-Sunnah Publishers PO Box 9818, Birmingham, B11 4WA United Kingdom E-mail: infodidarassunnah.com www.darassunnah.com Copyright by Dar as-Sunnah Publishers Visit us www.darassunnah.com ISBN-13: 978-1-904336-48-8 ISBN-10: 1-904338-48-5 9 781904 336488