The Chairman of the Supreme Judiciary Council, Sheikh Saleh Bin Mohammed Al-Lhaidan, has advised Muslims worldwide to take the opportunity to benefit from the blessed month of Ramadan and to fear the almighty Allah and ask Him to grant mercy to all believers world-wide. Answering a question about increasing misfortunes and accusations framed against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that it exports extremism, he said that this was baseless, adding that Saudi Arabia adheres to the Holy Qur'an and the Hadith (Prophet Mohammad's traditions) which have all means of happiness as Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him, urges Muslims to opt for moderation.
| Yeah. We've certainly seen that. Sometimes, in fact, Muslims take their moderation to extremes... |
Referring to these accusations of certain quarters, Sheikh Al-Lhaidan said "What they have been saying are the natural outcome of their hatred toward this country as it is free from disputes and problems", he said.
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In reply to another question about the gatherings, described by some people as "demonstrations" Sheikh Al-Lhaidan said that these gatherings are not legitimate and the authorities have to forbid them due to the fact that such things come from the adoption of other countries' traditions. He added that these gatherings are not the appropriate way to support justice and end injustice and asked Allah to guide all people who have gone astray to the straight path. He advised those who had participated in these gatherings to stop such deeds and to make re-assessment of themselves as these practices are clear deviations from the right path and from the traditions of their Muslim ancestors, who had never engaged in such acts. |