Am I not destroying my enemies when I make friends of them?
~Abraham Lincoln
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In any political conflict, it is important not to lose sight of interfaith relationships and the power of knowledge imparted to others through those relationships. People with knowledge can help change the minds of others in a volatile situation. Severing ties during times of conflict will not serve the greater purpose of continuously pursuing knowledge, interfaith cooperation and spiritual/personal growth. Some will decide to stay quiet about current issues so focus on larger goals is not lost. Some will vent feelings, but learn from what is said and done by listening and observing. In the end, all those involved in a conflict, but not necessarily involved directly with the cause of the conflict, who are greatly affected physically, mentally and spiritually will be, I believe, the strongest links in building bridges both in the present and the future. The experiences and reactions of those people are the battle we must face.
Pray that even in the darkest times, the light of love will shine through and be what people see.
Pray that at some point, everyone will stop and think before acting and think about the legacy of any action.
Here is a fantastic discussion about Israel/Palestine and the bigger societal/philosophical issues surrounding the current conflict.
Take A Position! - Tariq Nelson
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Kelly
American Islamic Fellowship
blog@americanislamicfellowship.com
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