For a long time I have avoided talking or expressing my views on religion on this blog. There is a reason for it. I believe that religion is not the only element that defines a person. It is more the upbringing and the values that are inculcated within you. If your heart is in the right place, you are a good human being, it doesn’t matter what religion you follow. I prefer knowing people from what they do, and why; what do they think and how do they respond to others; rather than asking which mosque or church do they belong to.
I would prefer that people know me for the person I am, and still choose to be in my company rather than simply take a liking for an Indian in town. I would prefer to be introduced as the person I am, recognized for the work I have done, talked of for my achievements rather than being introduced by the religion I follow!
I agree that religion when practiced in the right perspective makes one a better person. But in society, it is difficult to find such a person. Personally, there are so many things lacking in myself, that to be introduced as a Muslim and to be seen as an example of what a Muslim is; is simply not fair! Look at me like a normal human being. Accept my faults as that of a mortal; praise my strengths as achievements. Accept me as a human not too different; with feelings, emotions and needs just like you; though from a different country and a different religion!
Let us all have a good friendship, beautiful memories and experiences.
If you really want to know; then I can explain by borrowing from the LifeBook of a famous friend, who once said; 'When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That, my friends, is my religion'.
