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Global Peace – An Islamic Perspective ACET– Global Peace Project

“Verily, this Quran guides to that which is most just and right and gives glad tidings to the

believers who work deeds of righteousness, that they shall have a great reward.” (17:9,

Translation from the Quran)

The Quran offers guidance across a range of concepts, such as faith, charity, kindness, and

truth. Each of these teaches specific values that are important to those who follow Islam, so

that they may live a righteous and harmonious life.

“And this is a book which We have revealed as a blessing, so follow it and be righteous, that

you may receive mercy.” (6:155, Translation from the Quran)

These teachings were revealed by God to the Prophet Muhammad, and they serve as the

foundation of Islam. However, according to the Muslim belief, there are revelations from

God that have come before the Quran, and were given to the prophets who came before

Prophet Muhammad. Mentions of these revelations and prophets have been made in the

Quran frequently. It is important to understand that all these prophets, including Prophet
Muhammad, are given equal respect and recognition in Islam. The next section outlines some

of the references to prophets in the Quran.

By looking at the links between prophets from the Quran and their significance in other
religions, we can see how Islam works as a continuation of other religions. As a result the

message of Islam is very similar to the messages of religions that came before it. Again, this

reveals how notions across religions are often shared rather than opposing, further enabling

us to consider how global peace could be achieved.

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