People who are destined to perform great deeds in life are those who do not seek any reward for what they have done; the very fact that they have done something is sufficient reward for them. The knowledge that they have played their part is enough to make them content, even more so than those who have been abundantly rewarded for their efforts.
Non-violence should never be confused with inaction or passivity. Non-violence is action in the full sense of the word. Rather it is more forceful an action than violence. It is a fact that non-violent activism is more powerful and effective than violent activism. Non-violent activism is not limited in its sphere. It is a course of action which may be followed in all matters.
According to Islamic belief, both men and women are born as equal partners in life. In a fine expression of gender equality, the Quran declares: “Never will I waste the work of any of you, be he male or female: You are members, one of another.” (3:195)
Man needs to convert non-peace into peace, for only after this conversion is he able to play the role of a peaceful person.
