🏵️🏵️🏵️ Thank you, Calielle, for your insightful writings. Your emphasis on proving points through actions rather than arguments resonates deeply with the teachings of Islam, where actions are a reflection of one’s faith. In Islam, the concept of 'Amal' (action) is paramount, as it is not merely enough to profess belief; one must embody those beliefs through their deeds.
The Qur'an beautifully illustrates this in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:177), where Allah says: "Righteousness is not that you turn your faces toward the east or the west, but [true] righteousness is in one who believes in Allah, the Last Day, the Angels, the Book, and the Prophets and gives his wealth, in spite of love for it, to relatives, orphans, the needy, the traveler, those who ask [for help], and for freeing slaves; [and who] establishes prayer and gives zakah; [and those who] fulfill their promise when they promise; and [those who] are patient in poverty and hardship and during battle. Those are the ones who have been true, and it is those who are the righteous."
As you rightly pointed out, actions speak louder than words; they embody our true beliefs and convictions. In Islam, we are encouraged to be proactive in our goodness, to let our actions mirror our faith, and to serve humanity. This call to action is not just a belief; it's a duty that we must embrace.
I invite you Calielle, to consider how sharing our actions through charitable endeavors and community service could exemplify our values and foster understanding. Let’s lead by example and create a ripple effect of goodness in our societies.
May our actions align with our words, and may we inspire others through our deeds. What will your next action be in illustrating your beliefs?
Warm regards,
Mohamed, Ph.D