Perspective: 'White has no superiority over a black nor a black has any superiority over white' | Areej Khan

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The Prophet Muhammad, in last sermon of his lifetime, preached about Islam’s disapproval of such inhumane treatment against people of any color...

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By Areej Khan |  February 21, 2015

Dear Editor: Black History Month is one of the most important events celebrated in America. But, why is that? From dawn to dusk the media bombards with news of atrocities committed against this wonderful community simply because of their skin color. This “tension” has obviously been deeply rooted in the American society because of the way African Americans were brought here. This month celebrates the amazing efforts of black men and women trying to change that.

Even though in America we are observing racial tensions, Islam preaches universal brotherhood. The Prophet Muhammad, in last sermon of his lifetime, preached about Islam’s disapproval of such inhumane treatment against people of any color in the following quote, “All mankind is from Adam and Eve, an Arab has no superiority over a non-Arab nor a non-Arab has any superiority over an Arab; also a white has no superiority over a black nor a black has any superiority over white except by piety and good action.” This clearly states that all of humankind is equal regardless of skin color or any other factor besides the kindness of their hearts.

I pray, along with every other true Muslim, that, all over the world, we begin to see these words of our Prophet implemented.

Areej Khan, Aldie

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