Islam rejects violence
Re: Manchester suicide bomber, May 25
The Manchester attacks were conducted under the concept of “jihad” — the concept of killing innocent civilians in the name of religion. The irony here is that this is completely false.
These “jihadists” are conducting violence based off an extreme misinterpretation of jihad. Causing any sort of harm, or suffering goes against the peaceful nature of Islam. In fact, the word “Islam” literally means “peace,” and the Qur’an — the Holy Book of Islam — unequivocally rejects any such violence. As an Ahmadi Muslim, I strongly condemn these attacks against humanity, and want to ensure my Canadians, that the Muslim majority does not subscribe to such extremist beliefs. Kashif Sohail, Calgary As Ramadan — the holy month in Islam where almost a billion law-abiding and peace-loving Muslims prepare for fasting, and self- reformation — approaches, we hear that terrorists have launched yet another barbaric attack against innocent civilian lives in Manchester. As a member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, I extend my condolences to all the innocent civilians and stand with them in mourning their loss. Like many others, I am at a loss for words and confused. What has this accomplished, other than add to the global unrest and devastation?
As a Muslim, I am taught to forgive, tolerate, and promote peace. I don’t know what ISIS is trying to accomplish by claiming responsibility for this disgusting act of terrorism. But, it has nothing to do with Islam. Saba Sadiq, Toronto