Many Muslims believe that the ruins and destruction of non-Muslim structures testifies to the truth of Islam, as the Qur’an suggests that the destroyed remnants of ancient non-Muslim civilizations are a sign of Allah’s punishment of those who rejected his truth: “Many were the Ways of Life that have passed away before you: travel through […]
Afghanistan: Taliban replace statue of anti-Taliban Shi’ite leader with replica of the Qur’an
The message is clear: adhere to the Qur’an, don’t idolize human beings, and especially one who opposed those who are in power. The insult will be perceived and possibly become the pretext for retaliation. “Taliban replace statue of Hazara leader in Bamiyan with Koran,” AFP, November 11, 2021: Kabul (AFP) – The Taliban have replaced […]
Afghanistan: Taliban use remnants of destroyed Bamiyan Buddhas for target practice
The Qur’an suggests that the destroyed remnants of ancient non-Muslim civilizations are a sign of Allah’s punishment of those who rejected his truth: “Many were the Ways of Life that have passed away before you: travel through the earth, and see what was the end of those who rejected Truth.” (Qur’an 3:137) The ruins of […]