Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Member of the Council of Senior Scholars Sheikh Mohammad Al-Issa called upon the faithful to hold fast to the sublime values of Islam that promote harmony and compassion, and avoid all that lead to dissent, animosity and division among the believers.
He said this while delivering the Arafat sermon at Namirah Mosque on Friday, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
“You must realize that hastening to do good things includes being keen to comply with the values taught by Islam; values that soundly mold the conduct of a Muslim and refine them in the best way,” said Al-Issa.
“Among the values taught by Islam are avoiding all that leads to dissent, animosity, or division; and instead, ensuring that our interactions are dominated by harmony and compassion,” he called on the pilgrims.
Al-Issa, who delivered the Arafat sermon for the first time, emphasized the importance of Islam’s five pillars of faith.
Addressing the pilgrims, he said Allah has honored them with the opportunity to perform Hajj this year and urged them to follow the guidance of Prophet Mohammed when completing their rituals.
He also urged Muslims to continue to carry out good deeds and treat others well, including those of other beliefs.
“All people, whether Muslims or not, respect those with good manners, for sound conduct is a high human value,” he said.
“Love and compassion should prevail in our dealings, and it is part of our faith that we all together unite,” he said, adding that cooperation can preserve the Muslim community’s cohesion.
“This proves the fact that Islam is an all-encompassing spirit that includes goodness to all humanity. Our Prophet has said: ‘The best people are those who are the most beneficial to people,’” added Al-Issa.
