'Don't get swayed by twisted view on Islam'
By Nasroul Hizam

Bandar Seri Begawan - Do not be swayed by twisted perceptions and interpretations by people who seek to raise controversy and create feelings of unease worldwide, Imams yesterday cautioned Muslims here.

The call was made in response to the short film titled 'Fitna', which caused an uproar among Muslim communities worldwide when it was released recently on the Internet.

Imams nationwide slammed the film's portrayal of Islam as a religion of violence that, with the al-Quran as a tool, encourages its followers to be aggressive and become "extremists". The film has created chaos and confusion in the world through the blatant insult and utter inconsideration towards Islam.

They said the irresponsible act gave birth to nothing but hatred, born from the abuse of the right to the freedom of speech. They also highlighted that the right does not mean that a person is able to freely insult another's religion or race.

They clarified that Islam is a religion that promotes peace and prosperity. Even the spreading of Islam by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was done through courtesy and good relationships between Muslims and non-Muslims alike.

Imams also stressed that Islam is a religion filled with pure values and kindness. Muslims are normally forbidden from causing hurt or killing others.

Even committing suicide is strongly against religion. In times of war, Muslims are warned against attacking women, children, the elderly, those who are sick, those who are not participating, in the war as well as prisoners. In addition, the destruction of property, crops and farm animals is also heavily frowned upon.

Muslims were advised to not be swayed by the effects of the short film and prove that Islam is indeed not as the film pictured it to be.

The importance of maintaining the image that Islam practices noble characteristics such as patience, consideration, self control and fairness instead of being violent, cruel and destructive, was also stressed. -- Courtesy of The Brunei Times

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