Mohamed, Ph.D
2 min readMay 28, 2024

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As Muslims, we understand that the concept of atheism is not unique to any particular society or culture. However, we must acknowledge that atheism is a rejection of the very foundation of our faith: the existence of Allah (God) and the Prophethood of Muhammad (peace be upon him). As stated in the Quran, "And if you were to ask them who created the heavens and the earth, they would surely say: 'Allah'" (Quran 29:61).

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized the importance of having faith in Allah and His signs. He said, "Faith is that you believe in Allah, His angels, His books, His messengers, and that you believe in the Last Day." (Bukhari)

Regarding the claim that atheists are more accepting of minority groups, we must acknowledge that this is not necessarily true. While some atheists may be open-minded and accepting, others may hold biases and prejudices similar to those held by religious individuals.

The Quran reminds us that "O mankind! We have created you from a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, so that you may know one another" (Quran 49:13). As Muslims, we believe in promoting tolerance and understanding among different groups.

However, we must also recognize that atheism is a rejection of the natural order established by Allah. As stated in the Quran, "And if you turn away from Him (Allah), then I fear for you the punishment of a Great Day" (Quran 80:39). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) warned us about the consequences of rejecting faith: "Whoever dies without associating anything with Allah has died as a Muslim." (Bukhari)

In conclusion, while we acknowledge that atheists have certain beliefs and practices that differ from ours, we must remember that our faith is built on the foundation of revelation and evidence from nature. As Muslims, we must strive to promote understanding and tolerance among different groups while also sharing the message of Islam with others.

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Mohamed, Ph.D
Mohamed, Ph.D

Written by Mohamed, Ph.D

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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