https://www.scmp.com/rss/513485/feed Dr Chandra Muzaffar is the president of the International Movement for a Just World (JUST). He was professor of Global Studies at Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang (2007-2012) and Professor of Inter-civilizational Dialogue, University of Malaya (1997-1999). This article was first published on the website of the Asian Peace Programme (APP), an initiative to promote peace in Asia housed in the Asia Research Institute, NUS. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Islam’s deep affinity for peace is perhaps best illustrated by the fact that the word “Islam” implies peace through engaged surrender to God, to the Divine Will. There are a number of passages in the Koran that demonstrate its commitment to peace, especially the peaceful resolution of disputes. The Prophet Mohammed’s life and struggle also offer numerous instances of his inclination towards peace. It is well known that he even delayed the conquest of Mecca, much to the chagrin of his followers,... https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3191113/palestinian-rights-activists-show-why-muslim-worlds-struggle?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3191113/palestinian-rights-activists-show-why-muslim-worlds-struggle?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 04 Sep 2022 01:00:18 +0000