NO EXTREMISM

PEACE IN ISLAM ~ 136 ~ The creation plan in this present world has been devised in such a manner that there is no escape from grievances. This being so, the moment the thought of complaining first takes shape in the mind, it should be immediately dismissed. The complaint, if constantly recalled or revived, becomes so entrenched in the memory that it can never be thrust aside. In such a situation, wisdom lies in nipping complaints in the bud. Failing this, complaining will gradually become a permanent part of one’s psyche, and then one’s thinking will acquire a negative character. Others, will appear as enemies. Given a chance, the complainant will not then hesitate to engage in violence against the targets of his complaints, even if he himself suffers in consequence. What is the formula for putting an end to complaints at the very outset? It is to give serious thought to the following verse of the Quran: And whatever misfortune befalls you, is due to what your own hands have wrought. (42:30)