The Life & Character of the Seal of Prophets (sa) - Volume II — Page 68
Seal of the Prophets - Volume II 68 Then He states: “And fulfill the covenant; for surely you shall be answerable to God with respect to the covenant. ” 1 Then He states: “Allāh forbids you not, respecting those who have not fought against you on account of your religion, and who have not driven you forth from your homes, that you be kind to them and act equitably towards them and show benevolence; surely Allāh the Exalted loves those who are equitable and benevolent. Allāh the Exalted only forbids you from befriending those who have fought against you on account of your religion, and have driven you out of your homes, and have helped others in driving you out. And whosoever makes friends of them - it is these that are the transgressors. ” 2 Then He states: 1 Banī Isrā’īl (17:35) 2 Al-Mumtaḥinah (60:9-10)