Applications of wasatiyyah in the contemporary muslim world

• Other Authors: Ahmad F. Yousif (Editor)
• Format: Unknown
• Language: English
• Published: Kuala Lumpur IIUM Press 2015
• Subjects: Moderation > Religious aspects > Islam; Religious life > Islam
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• Item Description: Includes index
• Physical Description: xv, 137 pages illustrations 23 cm.
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (page 117-126) and index
• ISBN: 9789674183462

Islam is a religion of peace and mederation, which encourages Muslims to avoid extravagance and excess. The Qur'an addresses the Muslim community as an ummah that is 'justly balanced'. Muslims, whether in Malaysia or elsewhere, have been advised to live their entire life balancing spiritual and materialistic affairs. While they must focus on religious duties, they are also warned not to neglect worldly affairs. Even when it comes to performing good deeds. Muslim are encouraged to pursue a path of moderation. Today, the absolute majority of Muslim believe that the Prophet's authentic words, actions, and practices serve only to further endorse the fact that Islam seeks the middle-path and frowns upon any extremism or fanaticism. On numerous occasions, Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) stressed the fact that religion should be a matter of ease and not hardship for the people. The Prophet applied this philosophy to his own lifestyle as well.