The current world politics and especially that of the Middle East, have shown the ugly face of many in positions of leadership. That which is hidden from the public sphere is probably worse. However, I have no doubt that:

“The meek shall inherit the earth!”

This old verse is found in the Bible as well as the Quran.

So let those leaders not be your role model.

We all saw during the covid pandemic that the people who saved the country were the actual workers.

We all also saw that the source of the problems were the failures in decision-making by those in positions of authority. It may appear they got off scot-free, but the reality may be otherwise.

The people who really did the work came from all walks of life.

Indeed, we have an assurance from the Quran that what matters is not your appearance/s, but your sincere belief and your good deeds:

“Indeed, those who believed and those who were Jews or Christians or Sabeans – those [among them] who believed in Allah and the Last Day and did righteousness – will have their reward with their Lord, and no fear will there be concerning them, nor will they grieve.” Quran 2:62

Let there be a space in your heart for the above verse.

Let no wrongdoer be your role model. Struggle to be fair:

“O you who have believed, be persistently standing firm for Allah, witnesses in justice, and do not let the hatred of a people prevent you from being just. Be just; that is nearer to righteousness. And fear Allah; indeed, Allah is Acquainted with what you do.” Quran 5:8

Even with the Quran, whose words are not disputed with regards to its authenticity, one has to be careful when searching its meanings.

As to the collections on the sayings of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon, you will be presented with two challenges. Namely, whether they are authentically sound and what is their meaning.

Now, imagine you want to search the birth of Issa (Jesus), peace be upon him. from other than the Quran; you will be challenged to establish his very existence, let alone his miraculous birth.
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