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THE ALLIANCE OF THE GOOD

support, and similar other qualities are some of the beautiful
attributes which are the underlying foundation of the
Qur'anic morality. This is stated in many sayings of Our
Prophet (pbuh). One of them reads:

'Believers are like the different parts of a building, each one
supporting the other.' Then he demonstrated what he meant by
interlocking his fingers. 6
The religion of Islam ensures the establishment of a better
world where there is love, peace, tolerance and
understanding to one another. Societies possessing these
features experience rapid development and achieve greater
power. Once unity and cooperation are attained, individuals
of such a society could channel their strength and energy
towards goodness and good deeds rather than into disputes,
fights, conflicts and wars. Essentially, a cause to which
people commit themselves and devote all their effort, power,
zeal and support, both material and spiritual, results in an
ultimate success and beauty. What is more important is that
God gives glad tidings that individuals working in unity and
solidarity for good will receive God's help, support and
power. For this reason, God reminds believers not to dispute
among themselves so as not to lose strength. The verse below
makes this point clear:

Obey God and His Messenger and do not quarrel
among yourselves lest you lose heart and your
momentum disappear. And be steadfast. God is with
the steadfast. (Surat al-Anfal: 46)
Establishing unity among the righteous is an exalted
virtue recommended by God. Especially in a time where evil
has permeated every aspect of society, not a single evil