Our Message: Towards Universality, Not Nationalism
Our Message: Towards Universality, Not Nationalism
Islam as a Message for All of Humanity and the Vicegerency of Earth
Islam is a Universal Religion
Islam is a universal religion that came with a comprehensive message addressing all of humanity, transcending the boundaries of nationalism and ethnicity. Islam has never been confined to a specific nation or group; rather, its message is global, aiming to establish justice, mercy, and coexistence among people. This is based on Allah’s words:
“And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], except as a mercy to the worlds” (Al-Anbiya: 107).
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) brought a universal call addressing all humankind, regardless of their languages and cultures. His message was not exclusively for the Arabs but included all nations and peoples. The Quran confirms this in Allah’s statement:
“Say, [O Muhammad], ‘O mankind, indeed I am the Messenger of Allah to you all’” (Al-A’raf: 158).
This universality emphasizes that Islam does not view people through a narrow, nationalistic lens but treats them as partners in humanity. Every individual has the right to live with dignity and contribute to building a just and prosperous society, regardless of their nationality or cultural background.
Establishing Vicegerency on Earth: Humanity’s Great Trust
One of the foundational principles of Islam is that humans are Allah’s vicegerents on earth, tasked with cultivating it and spreading goodness. Allah says:
“Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successive authority” (Al-Baqarah: 30).
Vicegerency in Islam does not mean domination or tyranny but responsibility and commitment to justice, resource preservation, and safeguarding the rights of others. It is a vision that holds humanity accountable before Allah for the earth and its inhabitants, urging them to be constructive and reformative members of their communities.
The Universality of Islam: Principles and Values
Islam presents a set of principles and values that call for cooperation among people to achieve common good. The most important of these principles include:
1. Human Unity: All humans come from a single origin. Allah says:
“O mankind, indeed We have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another” (Al-Hujurat: 13).
2. Coexistence and Peace: Islam calls for peaceful coexistence among nations and respect for others’ beliefs.
3. Justice and Equality: Islam rejects discrimination based on race, color, or language, emphasizing that the only criterion for superiority is piety and righteous deeds.
4. Environmental and Resource Protection: The cultivation of the earth is part of humanity’s mission, reflecting the responsibility to preserve its resources for future generations.
Why Universality, Not Nationalism?
Excessive nationalism can lead to isolation and conflicts among nations. In contrast, universality, as Islam advocates, builds bridges of understanding and cooperation between nations.
Islam calls for prioritizing universal human values over narrow interests confined by national boundaries.
Islamic universality promotes unity among people, contributing to solving global challenges such as poverty, wars, and climate change.
Islam’s Message to the World Today
In an era marked by conflicts and divisions, Islam’s message stands as a call for unity among peoples and collective work to achieve peace and well-being. We need to return to these universal principles of tolerance, mercy, and justice to secure a dignified life for all.
Conclusion
Our call for universality is not merely a religious invitation; it is a humanistic appeal that transcends time and place. Islam, with its universal message, reminds us of our responsibility as vicegerents on earth and our duty to build a world of peace and cooperation. Let us make this message a beacon that illuminates humanity’s path toward a better future.
This article is in the path of Allah.
, and our final prayer is: All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds.
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