Understanding The Prophet's Life
From Issue: 731 [Read full issue]
Gradual Change
Changing people is not a simple task. Individuals become set in their beliefs and attitudes, and dominant practices, customs and traditions become part of their life. To change these will require hard work and a great deal of patience. Therefore, keeping human nature in mind, all the noble Prophets of Allah worked according to the set priorities of Islam and introduced change gradually so that it could become firm in people's hearts and minds.
If change is rushed, it could have a negative impact on the person or society that is being changed.
"The religion of Islam is a lenient one - so go into it with ease and patience. No one who attempts to storm his way into it will come out victorious." (Bukhari)
Compiled From:
"Building a New Society" - Zahid Parvez, p. 163