Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Relations With The Jews
At the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), there were quite a few Jews living in Arabia. Judaism was thus a prominent religion in Arabia in those days. Hence, the Prophet (PBUH) frequently had to deal with Jews during his prophetic mission. Muslims should study the Prophetu2019s (PBUH) relations with the Jews to learn about Allahu2019s final Prophet (PBUH), who is our ultimate role model, treatment of them. Jews were invited to Islam A fundamental aspect of calling to Islam is affirming that Islam is the only true religion acceptable to Allah. The Prophet (PBUH) would, therefore, strive to give Dawah to the Jews. He invited them to Islam, communicating its pristine teachings to them. He did not even commence any battle with the Jews without first inviting them to Islam and informing them of their duties to Allah. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) distinguished between the Muslims and the Jews It is essential for believers to oppose all disbelief. Muslims must remember that we should only establish alliances and close friendships with fellow believers. The Prophet (PBUH) taught us that Islam is the basis of brotherhood. Thus, all believers are brothers, and it is their faith that unites them, regardless of their race, nationality, status, etc. Muslims are not allowed to have allies and dear friends from those who are disbelievers. Islam enjoins the fair treatment of everyone. However, oneu2019s closest allies and friends should always be believers. Upon his arrival in Madinah, the Prophet (PBUH) ensured that he distinguished between Islam and Judaism. In the Charter of Madinah, it was declared that the Muslims are one community. All non-believers exist outside of the community of believers. The distinction between Muslims and non-Muslims in the Charter served the purpose of governing the relationships of the residents of Madinah. The bonds of brotherhood and close friendship are purely for Muslims. They do not include others, whether Jewish or of some other faith. The explicit distinction between Islam and other religions serves to strengthen the unity of the believers. Moreover, it increases the Muslimsu2019 pride in their identity as believers in the One true God, who adhere to Islam, the faith of pure monotheism that is binding on all of mankind.
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