Islam - Its Meaning for Modern Man — Page 289
289 18 International Relations: Peace THE WORD “ISLAM” DERIVES FROM A root which means “peace” and “submission. ” It is interpreted as meaning the attainment of peace through submission to the will of God, that is, through conformity to Divine law and guidance. In the Islamic concept, Divine law includes all law governing and regulating the universe. Peace and order are deemed essential for material, moral, and spiritual progress. Among the attributes of God, the Quran mentions that He is “the Source of Peace and the Bestower of Security” (59:24). The establishment of peace and the maintenance of security must, therefore, be the constant objective of mankind. The Muslim greeting in all parts of the world is: “Peace be on you, and the mercy of Allah and His blessings. ” Every pursuit and activity which has a tendency to disturb the peace is severely condemned. “Do not promote disorder in the earth after peace has been established” (7:56 ⎯ 57). “Do not go about committing