Da'wah by Example
Da'wah cannot proceed successfully irrespective of whether Muslim conduct and behaviour provides a true example of Islam or not. Nor can it replace the need for such Shahadah. The image of Muslims, as created or reinforced by our conduct as nations, as communities, cannot be separated from the image of Islam. As I have said, this Shahadah of the Ummah, as a whole, is against Islam, it creates a false image of Islam. Muslim conduct is indeed a hindrance in the way of Da'wah.
At the collective level this aspect is presently, as I have said earlier, beyond our reach. But we can try to do something at two levels.
Firstly, each individual should examine the state of his own personal Shahadah: how much does his behaviour represent Islam in the neighbourhood, at his work place, in the community? We tend to forget that personal example is still the most powerful resource needed on the path of Dawah.
Secondly, by word and deed, we should be upholders and champions of justice, human welfare, and man's dignity and freedom. This I will explain in more detail a little later.
This cannot be undone and I am sure it will be greatly appreciated.
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