Elimination of Terrorism Is Our Shared Responsibility
By Qari Syed Usman Mansoorpuri
(Excerpts
Translated by New Age Islam Edit Desk)
09
September 2020
Presented below is a part of the presidential speech delivered by Qari Syed Usman Mansoorpuri at Deoband’s three-day national convention that began on Nov. 1, 2009
Respected
Audience!
The
whole world is worried about terrorism and its effects. Terrorism, whether
committed by individuals, an organization or any state, is reprehensible and
needs to be curbed. No country or society can develop but only in a peaceful
environment. In a state of terror and fear, people's attention shifts from the
basic issues of life to their own security and the social system remains in
disarray.
Since
9/11, the global phenomenon has entirely changed on the issue of terrorism.
What has peculiarly happened is that religions and ideologies have also come
under attack along with the increase of hatred, distancing and enmity among
numerous sects. In this regard, the human relations and their role have also
become a topic of discussion. Particularly Islam, the Prophet of Islam and
Muslims are the most targeted. In view of this, Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind has
been campaigning for the last 9 years to improve the situation and especially
to present Islam in its true form.
Relatively
Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind has held small and large meetings, conferences etc.
in several parts of India, notably Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bangalore,
Bhubaneswar, Azamgarh, Ahmadabad, Palanpur and Chennai.
These conferences have produced good results at national and international
levels.
There
is changing in the tone and actions of the government, the media and the
administration. However we believe that our fight against terrorism and
terrorists is not over. It is just the beginning. God willing, we will continue
our campaign and struggle until the situation turns right for peace.
Today a large number of
people are being persecuted in the name of counter-terrorism. Efforts are being
made to tarnish the image of Islam and the Prophet of Islam. It is being said
and written that Islam is hindrance in the path of human unity, peaceful and
global society. An idea is thus aired
among the common people that the practical Muslims cannot be a patriot because
Islam teaches Muslims hatred and that they should stay away from other sects.
It is a dangerous and vicious propaganda that we must fight vigorously and
seriously in all possible ways.
The
first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru had said that it is absurd to
say that there cannot be good Muslims. But it is unfortunate that by
propagating the same absurdity and baseless talk, attempts are being made to
damage social unity and sectarian harmony. Islam and the Prophet of Islam are
being targeted in connection with Jihad. We are well aware of this and feel that
there are a number of misunderstandings and problems in our society about
interrelationships among different religions and sects. We need to make all
possible efforts through scientific talks and seriousness in order to remove
such misunderstandings. But it is noteworthy that, by attributing wrong things
to inspire hatred, one cannot hold a place in any civilized society.
Islamic
literature on all the necessary subjects is widely available. The Qur'an and Hadith
have been translated into multiple languages and
the relative work is being done in different ways. We invite you to study them
seriously and try to know the real situation.
Islam
strongly prohibits disruption of peace and spreading corruption. Those who
spread terror through destructive acts in the society and target innocent
people, whether they belong to any religion or sect, are not Mujahidin in the
eyes of Islamic Sharia but mischief-mongers. Yes, Islam teaches mutual harmony,
tolerance, kindness and good treatment with non-Muslims. Under normal
circumstances, mutual dealings with non-Muslims, business and general social
matters related to the necessities of common masses are not hindered at all.
The Qur'an and Hadith contain clear rules and instructions in this
regard.
In
Islam the killing of an innocent person is considered the murder of the entire
humanity and saving a human being is tantamount to saving the whole of
humanity. Islam has shown humanity even in war situations and forbidden the
killing of women, children, old people and the hermits. Similarly killing
worshipers, cutting down fruit trees and mutilating the bodies are criminal
offenses according to Islamic sharia. The forces and individuals that
link Islam with terrorism are killers of truth and justice and traders of
hatred.
Seeing
the issue of terrorism in the context of sect and religion weakens the fight of
peace activists against terrorism. Considering terrorism a curse and a torment
for a peaceful society, all civilized peace-loving people, irrespective of
religions and sects must fight terrorism. A state, organization, police
administration, media circles and investigative agencies, all must play their respective
part in building a peaceful and prosperous society.
We
especially appeal to the government, the media and our compatriots to take the
issue of terrorism seriously and try to counter it in such a way that it does
not turn sectarian. We also appeal to the Muslims to come out with peace-loving
Indians, fight terrorism and make every possible effort to address the
shortcomings in this regard. Praise be to Allah, the constant struggle of the Jamiat
Ulema-e-Hind is weakening the accusation that Islam is responsible for
terrorism.
In
the last few years, the Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind has paid more attention to
stop the efforts being made to tarnish the image of Islam and its Prophet
(peace be upon him). It is hoped that we have succeeded to an extent in this
mission and have to take this campaign further. The protection of Islamic
Sharia and improvement of Islamic image will definitely result into
improvement and protection of Muslims themselves.
We
also want to bring to the notice of the people of authority, governance and the
well-wishers of the country that terrorism emanates from the cradle of
sectarianism and injustice. Therefore effective measures are needed to combat
sectarianism, injustice and deprivation. There needs to keep a close eye on the
sectarian activities taking place in the country under various headings.
We,
the Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, appeal to all people, irrespective of religions
and sects, to work together for the development and peace of the country. We
need to work together for the good reputation of India, and for bringing the
India of our dreams into being. The Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind has repeatedly
called for all Indians to strive for the development and peace of the country
in such a way that it gets included in the list of developed countries by
2020.
We believe that sectarianism, instability and
terrorism are major obstacles to our progress, an obstacle that must be removed
for all Indians.
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