{"id":151618,"date":"2025-09-20T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-20T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imam-us.org\/?p=151618"},"modified":"2025-09-22T16:46:52","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T20:46:52","slug":"september-21-the-international-day-of-peace-islams-enduring-message-of-justice-and-mercy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imam-us.org\/september-21-the-international-day-of-peace-islams-enduring-message-of-justice-and-mercy","title":{"rendered":"September 21 \u2013 The International Day of Peace: Islam\u2019s Enduring Message of Justice and Mercy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The International Day of Peace,<\/a> observed annually on September 21, is a powerful reminder of the urgent global need to end wars, foster dialogue, and build a world grounded in justice, dignity, and coexistence. For us at I.M.A.M. Organization, this day is not merely a symbolic event \u2014 it reflects the core values of Islam and the guidance of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS). The proposed theme for 2025, \u201cAct Now for a Peaceful World,\u201d<\/a> calls upon humanity to transform words into action, echoing Islam\u2019s teaching that true peace requires justice, responsibility, and moral courage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

God the Almighty says in the Holy Quran, \u201cAnd if they incline to peace, then incline to it [also]\u201d (8:61). And in another verse, \u201cAnd reconciliation is best\u201d (4:128). Furthermore, the Quran teaches the sanctity of human life in the most powerful terms, \u201cWhoever kills a soul\u2014unless for a soul or for corruption [done] in the land\u2014it is as if he had slain all of mankind. And whoever saves one life\u2014it is as if he had saved all of mankind\u201d (5:32).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This verse upholds the universal dignity of every human being, regardless of their background. It calls us to deeply reconsider the consequences of war\u2014where thousands of innocent lives are lost\u2014and to reject violence as a means of resolving conflict. When the unjust killing of one person is seen as the killing of all humanity, how can we accept wars that annihilate entire families and cities?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the perspective of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them), peace must be rooted in justice to be meaningful and lasting. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) said, \u201cJustice is a protective shield and an everlasting paradise\u201d (Awali al-La<\/em>\u02be<\/em>ali<\/em>, vol. 1, p. 293, hadith 177).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imam Ali (AS) also stated, \u201cJustice is the foundation upon which the world stands\u201d(Ma<\/em>t<\/em>alib al-Su<\/em>\u2019<\/em>l,<\/em> p. 61).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And he further said,  \u201cJustice is the stability of the community and the beauty of rulers.\u201d (Amidi, Abd al-Wahid. Ghurar al-<\/em>\u1e25<\/em>ikam wa durar al-kalim<\/em>, vol. 1, p. 340, \u1e25adith no. 7757.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These timeless teachings establish a direct relationship between justice and peace. A world lacking justice cannot sustain genuine peace\u2014it will remain fragile and prone to collapse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, armed conflicts rage in many parts of the world\u2014from Gaza and Sudan to Yemen and Ukraine,<\/strong> and from Myanmar to <\/strong>Afghanistan.<\/strong> Millions have been displaced. Entire infrastructures lie in ruins. Generations of innocent people are paying the price for unjust policies and unchecked aggression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We at I.M.A.M. Organization call upon the warmongers of the world: pause your weapons for a moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let the guns fall silent, if only briefly, so that the voice of your own conscience may be heard\u2026
So that the cries of grieving mothers, orphaned children, and oppressed nations may reach your hearts\u2026
So that the voices of peacemakers may not be drowned in the chaos of destruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The International Day of Peace is an opportunity to affirm that in Islam, working for peace is a sacred duty. Guided by the Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt (p), we are committed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n