Mohamed, Ph.D
2 min readOct 7, 2023

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Here are some thoughts on the topic from Islam perspective 🏵️🏵️

Community and Belonging:
In Islam, community and brotherhood/sisterhood are emphasized. Quran states, "Indeed, the believers are brothers, so make peace between your brothers and fear Allah that you may receive mercy" (49:10). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) also emphasized the importance of brotherhood in many Hadiths, such as in the following: "The Muslim is the brother of another Muslim. He does not oppress him, nor does he abandon him in the hands of the oppressor. Whoever helps his brother, Allah will help him, and whoever relieves his brother of distress, Allah will relieve him of distress on the Day of Resurrection."

Spirituality:
Prayer and other spiritual practices are essential in Islam. The Quran mentions the importance of establishing prayer in several verses, such as "Establish prayer, give zakah and bow with those who bow in worship and obedience" (2:43). Fasting and reflection during the month of Ramadan is another essential spiritual practice for Muslims, as mentioned in the following verse: "O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous" (2:183). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) also emphasized the importance of reflection in Hadiths such as the following: "Take account of yourselves before you are taken to account. Weigh your deeds before they are weighed for you."

Purpose:
Islam provides guidance on the ultimate purpose of life, which is to worship Allah and obey His commandments. The Quran states, "And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me" (51:56). Muslims believe that every person has a unique purpose in life, which is to fulfill their duties as a servant of Allah, and to work towards righteousness and good deeds.

Ethics and Moral Code:
Islam also provides a comprehensive ethical framework and clear moral code for Muslims in the Quran and the Holy Prophet's (peace be upon him) sayings. One such example is the importance of justice, tolerance, and forgiveness. In the following verse, Allah says, "And if you punish [an enemy], punish with an equivalent of that with which you were harmed. But if you are patient – it is better for those who are patient" (16:126). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized forgiveness in Hadiths such as the following: "The best among you are those who have the best behavior and character. Trustworthiness, kindness, and good character are the hallmarks of a true Muslim."

In the end, Islam emphasizes the importance of community, spirituality, purpose, and ethics in living a fulfilling life. Quranic verses and Hadiths provide guidance to Muslims across the world on how to achieve these elements.
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Mohamed, Ph.D
Mohamed, Ph.D

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University professor and author, delving into the worlds of Islamic studies, personal growth, and entrepreneurship to share insights and inspire others.

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