The Truth about the Alleged Punishment for Apostasy in Islam — Page 29
29 FIRST VERSE: Allah the Exalted says: "There should be no compulsion in religion. Surely, right has become distinct from wrong; so whosoever refuses to be led by those who transgress, and believes in Allah, has surely grasped a strong handle which knows no breaking. 22 And Allah is All-Hearing, All- Knowing. " 23 This verse presents a profound piece of wisdom. The theme presented here is directly opposite to the contemporary practice. Allah has not stated here that: 'You have a right to prevent people from becoming apostates. ' Rather, Allah has said: 'Nobody has the right to force you to give up your faith. ' Allah says: 'Since the truth has become manifestly obvious, and since there is no compulsion in matters of religion, you [O people of faith!] are not expected to use 22 Or, alternatively, now that hand is not going to let go of that handle. [Author] 23 The Holy Qur’an 2:257. [Publisher]