Islam Today

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan I Islam Today I 20 Nov. 2008

Contrary to world belief, Islam in reality is a religion of peace. It is a religion of peace in the fullest sense of the word.

There is no denying the fact that cultural conflict does exist in reality. However, this is a blessing in disguise. Conflict between different cultures has always existed in human history. The only thing new about this phenomena in our times is that the modern means of communication have greatly accelerated the pace of this process.

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan I Hindustan Times I May 23, 2003

Having studied all the major religions, I can say with conviction that peace and harmony are the greatest concern of all religions. The goal of each is to develop the human personality spiritually. A mission of this kind can only be carried in peaceful atmosphere.

 Maulana Wahiduddin Khan I Hindustan Times I October 31, 2001

The reason that is cited most often as a justification for violence is that it is a supremely powerful means of achieving one's objective. But the Quran does not subscribe to this line of thinking. It is very categorical that violence is a negative response that does not yield the desired results. It is neither a useful, nor a positive means of achieving one's objectives, for it only results in death and destruction.