More Messages from the Muslim World

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My Friends, May God Preserve you.
We are a loving people. And we wish to convey a message of love and peace to you. We know that you are all good people. And we wish to close any gaps in understanding between us by means of these workshops. The day is not far, when we will all join together to work for a common peace.
--An Islamic school (madrasa) in Gwadar, Pakistan


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Dearest Little Kate,
We have received your message and are delighted to hear someone this young has such great thoughts. I also have a six year old daughter. She also awaits the end of these wars. We have great affection for you, as well as your beautiful thoughts. Please tell your parents that at least one Muslim Scholar has made a solemn prayer for the end to these wars. I also ask that you pray and struggle for their end.
-- Maulana Saleh , teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Quetta, Pakistan

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Dear Friends and American Brothers and Sisters,
What you have seen about us via the media does, I am sure, hurt your emotions. Us Pakistanis are definitely not what you hear. Our Prophet Muhammad’s message says that “Islam is a Religion of Peace, Security and Prosperity. And God has granted certain rights of Security and Prosperity to all human beings.” I, as a Muslim, would like to give a message of peace to you, and wish that the media would not give such a biased image of Muslims to you.
-- Syed Shabbir, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Yasin Division, Pakistan


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Our message to you is that we are a peace loving nation, and we want the prosperity of all people. We are adherents to a faith that does not permit conflict without cause against anyone that has not harmed us and provided grounds for us to be in conflict with.

--Pakistan


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In the name of the Most Exalted,
Having read your words has made me very happy. Across the globe, a few struggling powers are taking us toward mutual destruction. In order to prevent this from happening these types of programs and dialogues are necessary. Believe me when I say that the image the media is conveying of Muslims is not correct. Please try to understand us and our religious values.
--Abdul , Pakistan


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American Bretheren, may you stay forever happy,
Having heard your feelings has left me very pleased. The actions of your Government are not truly representative of the American People. Instead, the [Bush] Administration, in a fit to enhance its own self-interest, has tried to sow hatred against Muslims amongst your people. In Islam, there does exist a Freedom of Religion. And we ask that you, by means of your media, tell your leadership that Muslims are not happy with their policies, and conflict with Muslims is not a good a thing.
Was-salaam (salutations of peace),
--Hafiz Abdul-Qadir , teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Baluchistan, Pakistan


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“A Message to Western Scholars and Thinkers”
Islam is a vast, all-encompassing religion, and it sends a message of peace to the entire world. Western Propaganda is against Islam. The Prophet Muhammad is an excellent example of peace, as witnessed in his conduct during the Liberation of Mecca. He extended amnesty, even to people like Abu Sufyan, who had violently opposed him for years. And he overlooked the hostility of others. He announced that “I have granted security to all of you.” He turned toward the Holy Ka’aba and exclaimed that “the Sanctity of Human Life is more important than the Sanctity of this Holy Shrine.” Today, several Western Powers are seeking to defame Islam. Even though the Final Sermon of our Prophet is displayed in a place like Bradford, conveying forever to the world, a Message of Peace.--
--Qari Muhammad , rector at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan


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“An Address to Western Scholars.”
Our request is for all Western Scholars who love Humanity and Peace, to advise their leaders that Pakistan’s Islamic Schools are teaching love, brotherhood, tolerance, peace and loyalty between the world’s Religions. We hope that this is the aim of all People. We are working very hard on this effort.
- Abdul, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- Qari Muhammad ,teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- Mufti Aslam, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- Qari Muhammad, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- Qari Saif, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- Abdul, manager at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- The Reverend Muhammad, manager of an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- Judge Aslam, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- The Reverend Muhammad, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan
- The Reverend Saif, teacher at an Islamic school (madrasa) in Karachi, Pakistan


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“To our Western Brethren”
I am a student of such a school where brotherhood, love, and unity are taught. Those elements that are creating hostility between our people have nothing to do with us. We wish that everyone see both sides of the picture. Where the media displays the harsh behavior and attitudes of Muslims, it should also take responsibility to show those madrassas that teach positive, optimistic thinking which instill charity and love for all of humanity in its students. Those that are sowing seeds of hatred between our people are but a few.
“Love is Life”
“Love is Prayer”
“Love is God”
- M. Khan, Pakistan


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Esteemed Brothers,
Peace be upon you,
Hearing your thoughts made me very happy. There is no doubt that the World desperately needs peace. We observe that there needs to an effort to bring the Children of Isaac and Ishmael together again. For this reason we are willing to work hand-in-hand with you to ensure that all of the Children of Abraham can live in peace and prosperity.
With good wishes.
- Abdul, Karachi, Pakistan


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“A Message to Our Christian and Muslim Brothers living in America and the Western World from the Religious Scholars of Karachi.”
We believe that Islam is a Religion of Peace, Love, Justice, Brotherhood, Tolerance and Equal Human Rights. And that it does not grant any Human Being the right to harm another in their Life, Property or Dignity. Those people that are involved in violence, fanaticism, extremism and hatred do not belong any Religion - they are simply terrorists. In order to combat this hatred, all peace-loving, moderate people should stand united in an optimistic, common struggle. And we should aim to establish justice and equity in our world. We understand that the world can no longer bear wars for Nationalism, Religion, or Ethnicity. For the preservation of Humanity and peaceful co-existence we need to work together.
- Maulana Muhammad and other Religious Scholars from Karachi

More Messages from the Muslim World

Dear all be it a christian a muslim a hindu a sikh a buddhist or a jew. We need to understand that all religions terminate at the one God we all believe in. How we address our God and believe in him and pray to him is our personal decision. No one has the right to judge another human being or question his or her beliefs. We need to learn to respect ourselves first and then the people around us. Islam today has been labelled as a terrorist religion, even though it is the most moderate peaceful and liberal religion of all which talks of equality between man and woman. It talks about forgiveness tolerance and love among all. Violence is not Islam. Neither is terrorism. We need to live and let live and stop interfering in each others affairs to a point where hatred and frustration become the focus of our relationship.
Saba
Pakistan


I don’t know which is the true religion in this world, but I know, there isn’t any false religion
Muhammad
Pakistan

More Messages From America

Alexandria, Egypt

You are a beautiful people. You have a wonderful God-given heritage. You have contributed so very much to the whole world. I appreciate very much your religious faith. Thank you for preserving so much of the world history in your libraries, museums, architecture, and thought. You are loved by America. I look forward to seeing you again soon!

Always,
Jeffrey

(USA)


To My Friends in the Arab World,

I have been blessed to know many wonderful people in Egypt, Morocco and Palestine as well as Arabs from such places as Sudan, Algeria, Lebanon, Syria, Bahrain, Iraq, Israel and more. I am so grateful for the friendship we share and the wonderful kindness, hospitality, humor and affection you showed me.
I am sad that relations have been worse in recent years. Too many people are willing to believe the worst about the other.
I pray for the day there is no war and conflict between our peoples. I pray for justice, fairness and trust.
I pray that your dreams will come true and that we will dream new dreams together.

Peace/Salam
Scott


As a Christian, I love all my neighbors, and that includes everyone around the world. I hope, as we continue to live on this earth, we learn to appreciate each other’s differences to create friendship and peace. My God loves all those who come to him. If you do love God, may he bless you with peace in your heart, mind and soul. God bless you all!


Hello. I’m a Japanese girl who study Conflict Resolution in here, the U.S. I have traveled some countries, and also from the experience of living (in a) foreign country, what I can see anywhere in common is people’s love and kindness. Regardless of what race, religion and culture you are in, everyone seeks peace and happiness. Let us live in peace, and I always pray for all of your happiness in life. Peace and love, Mutsuko