Religious, But Divisive?

In the Quran, Allah's instructed us to establish our religion and reminded us not to sow seeds of discord among ourselves. It is ironic that when it comes to matters of faith, we often become vulnerable to division and fail to show consideration to our fellow believers, causing harm within our community. The Quran reminds us in chapter 42, verse 13: "Maintain your faith, but do not create division within it." This is a weighty admonition. Religion is meant to unite and uplift us, both in this life and the hereafter. If we allow it to become a source of conflict and animosity between us, we risk losing sight of its true purpose. We may even begin to worship the religion itself, rather than Allah. True worship of Allah is reflected in our attitudes and actions towards others. A sincere believer strives to strike a delicate balance between firmness and gentleness, demonstrating kindness and compassion even in the face of adversity. Let us all remember this and work to build a harmonious and inclusive community, united by our love of Allah and our shared commitment to living according to His teachings. www.rizal.ie author | educator | entrepreneur