I urge Muslims to follow the examples from the life of Prophet Muhammad, who never hurt those who abused and insulted him but instead prayed for them.
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By Dr. Nasir Ahmad | January 9, 2015
As a member of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, I strongly condemn any act of violence committed in the name of religion. My heartfelt condolences go to those who lost loved ones in the heinous act of violence committed on the publication office of Charlie Hebdo in Paris, France.
Muslims must understand that freedom of speech and expression is a valuable right. Resorting to violence can never be the answer to an opinion — no matter how offensive. I urge Muslims to follow the examples from the life of Prophet Muhammad, who never hurt those who abused and insulted him but instead prayed for them.
Individuals living in free societies, however, must also understand the responsibility that comes with the right of free speech and expression. Since a deliberate abuse of this privilege may incite violence and threaten innocent lives, shouldn’t one exercise this valuable right responsibly?
Dr. Nasir Ahmad
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