"Repel (evil) with what is better. Then will he, between whom and thee was hatred, become as it were thy friend and intimate. And no one will be granted such goodness except those who exercise patience and self-restraint." Chapter 41, Verse 34 and 35
I open with this quote, because it shows the side of Islam people never see. The compassionate verses of the Koran that preach nothing but love for thy enemy and thy friend.
It also shows how the Islam is a very simplifed belief system. It has everything down to a "science" so to speak. The way you live, the way you conduct war. For instance,
"And fight in the way of Allah those who fight you. But do not transgress the limits. Truly Allah loves not the transgressors"
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:190
Do these passages not restrict unprovoked warefare and violence? Does it not preach to with hold your anger even when it becomes unbearable?
This is my opening statement because it shows Islam's peaceful side. The side people never side. There is love in this Koran, and there is also hate.
You have to remember, however, the Koran guides all things in life. The meals you eat, the clothes you wear, even how to conduct warfare. On the same note however, it also warns against things muslims should not do, for instance
"… when it is said to them; 'Make not mischief on the Earth', they say; 'We are only peace makers'. Indeed they are the ones who make mischief, but they perceive it not"
Surah Al-Baqarah 2:11-12
"Allah does not forbid you to deal justly and kindly with those who fought not against you on account of religion, nor drove you out of your homes. Indeed, Allah loves those who deal with equity"
Surah Al-Mumtahinah 60:8
Does this not call for fair treatment of your fellow man?
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