Uncover the Truth on Islam and Forced Conversions

Islam is one of the world's largest religions yet it is also one of the most misunderstood. For various reasons - be they political, economic, biased media or fear of the "other" - mis-truths and misconceptions have been spread about Islam. The key to understanding Islam and Muslims is to resist stereotypes and examine each situation according to Islamic teachings and authentic sources. God says,

"Let there be no compulsion in religion. Truth has been made clear from error."
 Quran 2:256 

Although it is a duty on Muslims to convey and share the beautiful message of Islam to others, no one can be compelled to accept Islam. To accept Islam, a person must sincerely and voluntarily believe and obey God, so, by definition, no one can (or should) be forced to accept Islam.

Consider the following:

• Indonesia has the largest Muslim population yet no battles were fought to bring Islam there.
• There are around 14 million Arab Coptic Christians that have been living in the heart of Arabia for generations.
• Islam is one of the fastest growing religions in the western world today.
• Although fighting oppression and promoting justice are valid reasons for waging jihad, forcing people to accept Islam is not one of them.
• Muslims ruled Spain for around 800 years yet never coerced people to convert.

Learning about Islam from unqualified sources without verification is dangerous and leads to misunderstandings. Do not be misled into accepting misconceptions and false information about Islam – the belief shared by more than a quarter of mankind.

Does not the guidance for all humanity, the message of Islam, deserve to be carefully pondered over and reflected on?