Page 14 - Character Types of the Unbelievers

THE BASIC MAKEUP OF THE

SOCIETIES OF IGNORANCE

Who Are the Societies of Ignorance Composed of?
The English word “ignorance” comes from a Latin word which
means “not to know.” It is used in the Qur’an to refer to a nation that
does not know Allah, or acknowledge His qualities and eternal
power as it should; a society that is unaware of the spiritual values,
the truths of religion, and the high moral character Islam presents to

mankind. Whatever society that does not live by the principles of
the morality of religion can be referred to be a “society of igno-
rance”. At first glance, these societies may seem to be very different;
their members may follow a particular way of dressing, different
habits, likes and dislikes, or have their own manner of speaking.
Nevertheless, they share a common philosophy and beliefs. Every
member of these societies ignores the religion of Allah and, al-
though they realize that He created us, they do not live the kind of
life that He has prescribed. They neglect His religion, substituting

for it their own false beliefs. These false religions are not founded on
love towards Allah, but rather on the love for this world. Instead of
seeking to gain Allah’s favor, they strive to gain the approval and
acknowledgement of other human beings. Instead of giving thanks
to Allah, and seeking help only from Him, they are grateful to
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