Principles of Islam
3. Avoidance
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combating violence with violence, we should adopt
the policy of avoidance; remaining united in spite of
differences.
According to Islam, it is not only a point of social
behavior but also an act meriting great reward.
Living with people, and observing their principles
are acts which would deserve a reward in normal
circumstances, but when one continues to be well-
behaved in spite of differences and grudges, by
curbing negative sentiments, then the reward is
increased manifold. God will count those who
sedulously avoid friction among the possessors of a
superior character.
For the human character to retain its superiority
there must be staunch and unceasing adherence to
the principle of avoidance.
