The Contribution of Islam to the Solution of World Problems — Page 4
4 A Universal Message Many of today’s problems derive from the fact that the world in which we live is rapidly becoming one world. Mankind must perforce learn to live close together in intimate contact with each other. In other words, they must become a true brotherhood. This r equires many adjustments. A faith, if it is to fulfill man’s needs of today, must, therefore, transcend tribal, national, racial and cultural limits, and must speak to men at a universal level. Islam does that. The Qur’an opens with the verse: All praise belongs to Allah, Lord of all the worlds. ( Ch. 1: V2 ) This presents the reader with a unified concept of humanity and of the universe. The message of Islam is not confined to any section of mankind. It embraces the whole of mankind and the entire universe. Say; O mankind! truly I am a Messenger to you all from Allah to Whom belongs the Kingdom of the heavens and the earth. There is no God, but He. He gives life and He causes death… ( Ch. 7: V. 159 ) The advent of the Holy Prophet (sa) is described in Qur’an as: …a mercy for all peoples. ( Ch. 21: V108 )