Islam is a religion that has more than 1.8 billion followers worldwide. Unfortunately, there have been instances where some individuals have misinterpreted or misused certain teachings from the Quran to justify acts of violence. It is important to note that these actions do not represent the beliefs or teachings of the majority of Muslims. In this article, we will explore some quotes related to violence that have been wrongly associated with Islam.
Read these Islam violence quotes
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“Fight in the way of Allah those who fight you but do not transgress. Indeed. Allah does not like transgressors.” – Quran 2:190
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“There is no compulsion in religion.” – Quran 2:256
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“Whoever kills an innocent person, it is as if he has killed all of humanity.” – Quran 5:32
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“But if the enemy inclines towards peace, then you should also incline towards peace.” – Quran 8:61
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“And do not let the hatred of a people prevent you from being just. Be just; that is nearer to righteousness.” – Quran 5:8
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“And if they incline to peace, then incline to it and rely upon Allah.” – Quran 8:61
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“Allah does not forbid you from those who do not fight you because of religion and do not expel you from your homes.” – Quran 60:8
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“And if they cease, then there is to be no aggression except against the oppressors.” – Quran 2:193
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“Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and good instruction, and argue with them in a way that is best.” – Quran 16:125
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“O you who have believed, be persistently standing firm in justice, witnesses for Allah, even if it be against yourselves or parents and relatives.” – Quran 4:135
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“And do not kill yourselves [or one another]. Indeed, Allah is to you ever Merciful.” – Quran 4:29
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“Say, ‘My Lord has only forbidden immoralities – what is apparent of them and what is concealed – and sin, and oppression without right, and that you associate with Allah that for which He has not sent down authority.'” – Quran 7:33
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“Indeed, Allah loves those who act justly.” – Quran 49:9
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“And do good; indeed, Allah loves the doers of good.” – Quran 2:195
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“And cooperate in righteousness and piety, but do not cooperate in sin and aggression.” – Quran 5:2
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“And if you punish [an enemy, O believers], punish with an equivalent of that with which you were harmed. But if you are patient – it is better for those who are patient.” – Quran 16:126
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“And obey Allah and His Messenger, and do not dispute and [thus] lose courage and [then] your strength would depart; and be patient. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” – Quran 8:46
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“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” – Quran 13:22
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“And tell My servants to say that which is best. Indeed, Satan induces [dissension] among them. Indeed Satan is ever, to mankind, a clear enemy.” – Quran 17:53
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“And if you are patient and fear Allah, their plot will not harm you at all. Indeed, Allah is encompassing of what they do.” – Quran 3:120
In conclusion, it is crucial to understand that Islam, like any other religion, promotes peace, justice, and compassion. These selected quotes from the Quran clearly advocate for peace, mercy, and the importance of justice. It is essential to approach any religious text with a comprehensive understanding and avoid misinterpretation that may lead to violence or hatred.
