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Misconceptions On Human Rights In Islam
by:  Abdulrahman A. Al-Sheha.
Original language:  Arabic.
Rendered into english by:  Dr. Mohammed Said Dabas.
Publishing house:  Islamic Propagation Office in RABWAH P.O.Box 29465 Riyadh 11457.
Publishing date:  1422H/2001G.
ISBN:  9660-39053.
Printed on the expense of:  Faisl Al-Samannoudi (may Allah forgive him and his parent).
Press via:  Safir Press, Tel:+966-1-4980780.


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Conclusion

            In conclusion, I can confidently say that all what has been presented in this booklet is an introductory discourse to the human rights in Islam. I hope and pray that this discussion will open avenues for those who are keen to know more about the truth of Islam. Unfortunately, it has been severely misconstrued and misinterpreted by modernist Muslims as well as by the enemies of Islam.

            I call upon the readers of this booklet also to explore more about Islam as a way of life and thought through reliable and sound sources. Readers are urged to study these sources without any preconceived bias.

            I feel obliged to offer any assistance to the individuals who are keen to learn and know more about Islam as a way of life.

            I would also like to emphasize to the Muslims calling others to Islam to be sincere in their intention. Their efforts should not be motivated by any personal gains. But they should seek the pleasure of the Almighty Allah in this life and in the Hereafter to enjoy the permanent abode in the Jannah, Paradise. One of the Companions of Allah's Messenger (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) once said when he was asked about the reason for his participation in the fight for the cause of Allah (subhanahu wa ta'ala), 'We came in order to liberate people from worshipping other people and to get them out of the injustices caused by other religions, letting in to the justice of Islam'. As for the divine reward in the Hereafter, we Muslims believe that there are two permanent abodes in the Hereafter, without a third. These are either the Jannah, Paradise, the bliss and eternal happiness, or else the Hellfire or eternal torture. Jannah, Paradise is the graceful reward from Allah to those who obeyed His Commands. The Almighty Allah states in the Glorious Qur'�n Sura al-Imran (The Family of Imran) 3:85 the meaning of which is translated as:� If anyone desires a religion other than Islam (submission to Allah), never will it be accepted of him; and in the Hereafter he will be in the ranks of those who have lost (all spiritual good)�.

            This is also based on the verse of Qur'�n Sura al-Kahf (The cave) 18:107-108 the meaning of which is translated as:� As to those who believe and work righteous deeds, they have, for their entertainment, the Gardens of Paradise, Wherein they shall dwell (for aye): no changes will they wish for themselves�.

            Furthermore, the Almighty Allah promised Hellfire to those who disobey His commands and set partners to Him. The Almighty Allah states in the Glorious Qur'�n Sura al-Nisa (The Women) 4:48 the meaning of which is translated as:� Allah forgives not that partners should be set up with Him; but He forgives anything else, to whom He pleases; to set up partners with Allah is to devise a sin most heinous indeed�.

            The Almighty Allah states in the Glorious Qur'�n Sura al-Bay-yenah (The Clear Evidence) 98:6 the meaning of which is translated as:� Those who reject (Truth), among the People of the Book and among the Polytheists, will be in Hell-fire, to dwell therein (for aye). They are the worst of creatures�.

            Since the advent of Islam, the enemies of Islam have waged wars against Islam, and the wars would continue in our time. Such anti-Islamic elements have exploited worst possible means in this war. Yet, their arrangements are ineffective. They may deceive the insane. But men with sanity and maturity will remain unaffected. Besides, people with sound minds continue to successfully differentiate between truth and falsehood. In fact, eminent religious people from other Faiths continue, increasingly, to join Islam as a way of life. This in itself conspicuous evidence to prove the magnificence of Islam as a religion and way of life and it proves that it is surely, a Divine Faith and religion sent down by Allah (subhanahu wa ta'ala). The Almighty Allah assured to preserve His religion of Islam to mankind. The Almighty Allah states in the Glorious Qur'�n Sura al-Hejr 15:9 the meaning of which is translated as:� We have, without doubt, sent down the Message [Qur'�n and Islam]; and We will assuredly guard it (from corruption)�.

            Let us end our booklet with a beautiful quote from Allah's Messenger (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) Hadith:� The most beloved people to Allah are the most useful [or beneficial to others]. The most beloved actions to Allah (subhanahu wa ta'ala) is a pleasure you bring to [a broken hearted, suffering] Muslim, or to relieve such a sufferer from his suffering, or to pay his debt, or to dismiss his hunger [by offering him a decent meal to eat]. It is even better for me to walk with a Muslim brother to accomplish his need than to enter seclusion in a Masjid for an entire month. Whosoever controls his anger [in this world] Allah I will cover his vices. Whosoever controls [suppresses] his anger, which he is capable of harming others with it, Allah (subhanahu wa ta'ala) will fill his heart with satisfaction [or happiness] on the Day of Judgement. Whosoever walks to support the evidence of a Muslim brother [definitely] Allah (subhanahu wa ta'ala) will fasten his footsteps on the Day when footsteps are [very] flinching. Surely, evil character and behavior will spoil [or ruin] the [good deeds and pious actions] as vinegar spoils honey�[117].

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[117] Tabaranee and ibn Abu-Dunya reported this Hadith.