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− analysis, the dictates of justice will indeed prevail. There are certain areas in which man is free to exercise his will, where he can choose between good or bad, right or wrong, and for which he will be held responsible. On the other hand, there are areas in which man has little choice of his own, and appears to be a pawn in the hand of the mover. The general plan of things in nature, which covers and controls the destinies of nations and peoples, is one such area. The circumstances of a wider application make an individual of society completely helpless; he has no choice but to move along like a straw being carried by the waves of a river in spate. " (An Elementary Study of Islam, pp 53-60) − Some Other Beliefs of Muslims Apart from the six fundamental beliefs already discussed, there are many other important beliefs in Islam. Some of them are: − 1. Muslims believe that every person is born innocent and free from sin. Only when he reaches maturity of understanding and can distinguish between right and wrong, does he become accountable for his actions. 2. Muslims believe that Allah does not hold anyone − responsible unless he has shown him the right way. Allah − has always sent Messengers and revelations before inflicting His punishment on people. 3. Muslims are required to follow their faith with reasoning and understanding, not blindly. A person should use his powers of reasoning and reflect in his heart on Allah's − teachings. (Pathways to Paradise, A Publication of the Lajna Ima’illah, USA, p. 6) − − 78