Assalamu alaikum, Pamelapolis 🏵️🏵️🏵️
Thank you for your heartfelt message. It is indeed beautiful to see people of different faiths and beliefs coming together in respect and admiration for one another's paths. In Islam, we believe that God is the same for all of us, regardless of the labels or names we give Him. We believe that God is Merciful and Loving, and that He wants all of us to be guided towards the path of righteousness.
As Muslims, we believe that God has sent prophets and messengers throughout history to guide humanity towards the truth. We believe that each of these prophets and messengers brought a message from God that was unique to their time and people, but ultimately, the core message of all of them was the same: to worship the One God, to live a life of righteousness, and to treat others with kindness and compassion.
As Allah says in the Quran, "And We have sent you (O Muhammad) as a mercy to the worlds." (21:107) This verse emphasizes the importance of compassion and mercy in our relationship with God and with others.
In Islam, we believe that all of the prophets and messengers were given the same basic message by God, which was to love and worship God alone, and to follow the guidance of the prophets. We also believe that all of these prophets and messengers were given special signs and miracles to confirm their authenticity as messengers of God.
As the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "There is no obedience to any creature in disobedience to God." (Bukhari) This hadith highlights the importance of following our conscience and our inner guidance when making decisions about how to live our lives.
As you said, each belief set is a way, and none is the only way. In Islam, we believe that there is no compulsion in religion, and that every person has the freedom to choose their own path. We believe that God has given us the gift of free will, and that it is up to each individual to choose how they want to use it.
As Allah says in the Quran, "Let there be no compulsion in religion: Truth stands out clear from Error." (2:256) This verse emphasizes the importance of respecting others' beliefs and practices, even if we disagree with them.
We also believe that different beliefs and practices can be a source of richness and diversity in human experience. We believe that different cultures and traditions can enrich our understanding of the world and our relationship with God.
In conclusion, I would like to say that it is wonderful to see people from different faiths coming together in respect and admiration for one another's paths. May we continue to learn from each other and grow closer to God together.
Wa alaykum assalam. 🏵️🏵️🏵️