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 black nor a black has any superiority over white except by piety and good action. You know that every Muslim is the brother of another Muslim. Remember, one day you will appear before Allah and answer for your deeds. So beware, do not astray from the path of righteousness after I am gone.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- All humans are equal regardless of race or ethnicity; superiority comes only from piety and good deeds.
- In plain terms
- Equality is based on virtue, not race.
- What can you take from it?
- Judge people by character, not appearance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can you model equality in daily life?
Another view
Prejudices persist despite teachings.
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