Defending the mustazafin [the meek, the oppressed, the deprived, etc] is the way of Islam! In pursuit of the grand Islam, we support all oppressed peoples.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Protecting the poor and oppressed is a core Islamic duty, and all oppressed people should be supported.
- In plain terms
- Islam requires helping the weak and oppressed.
- What can you take from it?
- Support the oppressed as a moral and religious duty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define oppression in your community?
- What actions align with your values for helping others?
Another view
Defining who is oppressed can be subjective and lead to conflict.
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