How should a Muslim's attitude be when the holy book, the Quran, is insulted by non-Muslims? And what examples did Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) set in dealing with such situations?
The Quran is the sacred book of the Muslim community, revealed by Allah to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It contains teachings that guide humanity towards goodness and truth.
However, not everyone respects the Quran as a holy book. There are some non-Muslim individuals who insult the Quran in various ways, such as burning it, ridiculing it, or distorting its meaning.
What is the attitude of Prophet Muhammad and a Muslim when the Quran is insulted by non-Muslims? Should we get angry and respond with insults? Should we remain silent and resign ourselves? Should we engage in dialogue and convey the truth?
Let's explore some examples of the attitudes of Prophet Muhammad and Muslims that we can emulate when faced with insults against the Quran.
Prophet Muhammad's Attitude Towards Quran Insults
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was the person who loved the Quran the most and applied its teachings in his life. He was also the most patient and forgiving when confronted with insults directed at him and his faith. Here are some of Prophet Muhammad's attitudes when the Quran was insulted by non-Muslims:
- Expressing sadness and disappointment
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) couldn't contain his sadness and disappointment upon hearing the Quran being insulted by disbelievers. In a hadith narrated by Bukhari, it is mentioned that when Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) heard the disbelievers saying, "Do not listen to this Quran and cause a disturbance while it is being recited," he wept and said, "O Allah, indeed my people have taken this Quran as something discarded." (Quran 25:30)
- Presenting arguments and evidence
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) not only felt sadness and disappointment, but he also made efforts to present arguments and evidence to refute the insults against the Quran. He challenged the disbelievers to produce a surah (chapter) similar to the Quran if they doubted its truth and miracles.
Allah says, "Say, 'If mankind and the jinn gathered in order to produce the like of this Quran, they could not produce the like of it, even if they were to each other assistants.'" (Quran 17:88)
- Forgiving and praying
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) did not respond to insults against the Quran with insults or violence. Instead, he forgave those who insulted the Quran and prayed for Allah to guide them.
In a hadith narrated by Muslim, it is mentioned that when Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) heard the disbelievers saying, "This is the sorcerer (Muhammad) who has caused division among us with his sorcery (the Quran)," he said, "O Allah, forgive my people, for they do not know." (Quran 5:13)
Attitude of a Muslim When the Quran is Insulted
As Muslims who follow the example of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), we should also demonstrate good and wise attitudes when faced with insults against the Quran by non-Muslims. Here are some attitudes that Muslims can adopt as examples:
- Showing love and respect for the Quran
A Muslim should demonstrate love and respect for the Quran by reading, studying, practicing, and spreading its teachings in their lives. Muslims should also safeguard the purity and sanctity of the Quran, protecting it from any form of misinterpretation or misrepresentation.
- Responding to insults with wisdom and reason
A Muslim should respond to insults against the Quran with wisdom and reason. There is no need for excessive anger or engaging in anarchic actions that could tarnish the image of Islam. A Muslim should remain patient, calm, and wise when presenting arguments and evidence to defend the truth of the Quran.
- Taking appropriate legal measures
A Muslim may need to take appropriate legal measures if insults against the Quran violate the laws or social norms of their country or community. Muslims should report such incidents to the relevant authorities or legal institutions to hold the offenders accountable for their actions.
Conclusion
The Quran is the sacred book of the Islamic community that deserves our respect and love as a source of guidance in our lives. When non-Muslims insult the Quran in various ways, we should follow the example of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his companions by displaying good and wise attitudes.
We should express our sadness and disappointment, while also presenting arguments and evidence to counter the insults. We should forgive and pray for guidance for those who insult the Quran. Additionally, we should take appropriate legal measures if the insults violate laws or social norms.
May this article be beneficial to you.
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