Re: Secularism and Atheism
Good point Ejaz. Do we have example of forgiveness like forgiveness given by the Prophet to people of Makka at the time of conquest of Makka? Do we have examples of simplicity and accommodating religious views of conquered areas as was conveyed by Hazrat Umar (RA) at the time of conquest of Palestine?
What was behind such attitude? religion or natural morality derived from the atmosphere. Remember, Arab atmosphere before the advent of Islam. non-stopping wars for centuries and unending enmity between tribes for decades old incidents. What was the leading force for such behavior then?