religion and peace in Islam

• Allah desires equality:

  Hawa and Deqo quote:

  “There no political division, and no clan is preferred.”
• Allah


  Desires equality
• Muslims must strive to achieve equality
• Inner peace


  Comes from a response to the situation of injustice, inspired by the example of Muhammed and the guidance of the Qur'an
• Allah desires equality; thus, Muslims must strive to achieve equality: Hawa Abdi and Deqo Mohamed, Mother and daughter doctor-heroes.

  • Work in a camp in Somalia.
  • Somalia has been involved in a violent civil war for decades.
  • Inner peace - comes from a response to the situation of injustice, inspired by the example of Muhammed and the guidance of the Qur’an.
• Allah desires equality; thus, Muslims must strive to achieve equality: Hawa Abdi and Deqo Mohamed, Mother and daughter doctor-heroes.

  • Their response is formed by a desire to make justice a reality, which brings the possibility of peace closer.
  • Empower women as the women will bring peace to war-torn Somalia.
  • Empowerment through health and education, aspiration and leadership.
• peace within himself and within society quotes - Dr jamal rafi quote:

  “when i see injustice, i must speak”

  “We all have to work hard to build tolerance and understanding”
• Every Muslim must strive to achieve peace within himself and within society quotes:

  “But if they incline to peace, you also incline to it, and put your trust in Allah. (Qur'an)

  Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said in his final sermon:

  “No Arab has any superiority over a non-Arab, nor does a non-Arab have any superiority over an Arab. Nor does a white man have any superiority over a black man, or the black man have any superiority over the white man. You are all the children of Adam, and Adam was created from clay.”
• Every Muslim must strive to achieve peace within himself and within society:

  A Muslim ensures that his actions and behaviours are consistent with the principles of Justice so that peace is achieved.

  A Muslim must not be the transgressor or the aggressor in every aspect of their lives. “do not let hatred of a people incite you to aggression” (Qur’an 5:2)

  Every Muslim should respond to the call for peace and never reject it.

  • Every Muslim must work to overcome their nafs (temptations) to achieve inner peace and thereby work to achieve communal peace through their actions in society.
• Every Muslim must strive to achieve peace within himself and society:

  Dr Jamal Rafi

  Western Sydney Doctor -

  On Australian Story, Amazing attitude and work ethic. Building peace in his local

  community, on the foundation of peace within himself.

  outer peace: response to the injustices of the radicalism of Islamic state, resulted in him receiving death threats from them

  Expresses social justice through his medicine

  He strives to create a better community as a social advocate
• Every Muslim must strive to achieve peace within himself and society:

  Dr Jamal Rafi

  He spoke upon the communal hatred represented in the Cronulla riots, therefore allowing for active and passive communication to take place

  From cronulla riots to buld unity and peace in society he created “on the same wave”, a sls adaptation that trains 20 muslims in beach safety and surf life saving practices.
• Hana Assafari: speed date a Muslim - the prophets demonstrate the way to peace.

  Hana builds Peace in the local community, which comes from peace within herself. She was not always peaceful - coming from a background of violence, rejection, and lack of empowerment. The love of her family gave her the strength she needs to be the action of peace, which she proclaims is the imperative of Islam.
• Hana Assafari: speed date a Muslim - the prophets demonstrate the way to peace.

  Hana quotes:

  “An empowered woman is an empowered society.”

  “I need to feel passion and commitment to what I do.”

  “Respect all” submission to Allah = respecting the continuity of the Ummah as Allah's greatest desire
• Submission to Allah + Allah desires equality; thus, Muslims must strive to achieve equality --> quotes

  “Indeed, in the remembrance of Allah do heart find rest” (Qur’an 13:28)

  “By which Allah guides those who pursue His pleasure to the ways of peace… and guides them to a straight path.” (Qur’an 5:16)

  “O who you believe! Stand out for justice, as witnesses to Allah...” (Qur'an 2:135)
• Submission to Allah + Allah desires equality; thus, Muslims must strive to achieve equality.

  • In Islam, peace cannot be established outside a relationship with Allah, and peace can only be explored through making an extensive effort to serve Allah in all one does.
  • Submission can also be expressed in an adherent’s internal struggle against evil and Allah’s will (Greater Jihad).
  • Islam teaches that inner peace is attained through surrendering and submitting to the will of Allah. Muslims believe that by recognising Tawhid and embracing His guidance, they can find peace and contentment.
• Submission to Allah + Allah desires equality; thus, Muslims must strive to achieve equality.

  • In Islam, peace is achieved in 2 ways: equality and justice. To achieve these, all Muslims must submit to Allah's will and fulfil his desires for equality and justice
  • A Muslim must ensure that their actions and behaviours are consistent with the principle of equity to achieve peace and fully submit to the will of Allah
  • Equality creates justice, therefore, as supported by the Qur’an: “O who you believe! Stand out for justice, as witnesses to Allah...”
• The prophets demonstrate the way to peace: Follow the example of Muhammed, and you will find peace with Allah, bringing peace to your family, community, yourself, and the world.

  Muslims should observe the five pillars, just like the prophet Muhammed, as they bring inner peace; shahada, salah, zakat, sawm and hajj.
• Shahada: (profession of faith) peace with Allah because you recognise that Allah is God and reinforced by Tawhid

  Salah: (prayer) brings inner peace through stability, equality, focus on Allah five times a day, remembering the Ummah, reciting the Qur'an, e.t.c

  Zakat (charity) brings inner and out equality and justice by helping others
• Sawm: (fasting) strengthens the Ummah, equality, the will of Allah, and justice through their peaceful behaviour, self-control and gratitude.

  Hajj: (pilgrimage) All the steps of Hajj recognise the Ummah, equality, the will of Allah, justice and peaceful behaviour through Ihram
• The prophets demonstrate the way to peace: “We sent our messengers with clear signs and sent down with them the book and the measure to establish justice amongst the people…” (Qur’an 57:25)
• Prophetic Model: The Prophet Muhammad was known for his compassionate leadership style, promoting forgiveness, reconciliation, and conflict resolution. He encouraged Muslims to treat others with kindness and respect, regardless of their background or beliefs. By following this model, Muslims have been able to build strong relationships with people from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds.