George Bernard Shaw: In today's world, where humanity's problems have piled up and become almost insoluble, we need the Prophet Muhammad more than ever. If he were among us, he would solve all of these problems with the ease of sitting down and sipping a cup of coffee.
Question from Taşköprü Newspaper:
“Suppose, if the mercy to the worlds, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), were alive today, how would he solve the Palestine-Gaza issue? What would be his proposed solutions? If he were a head of state, what would he do to resolve it?”
This meaningful and original question was asked to ChatGPT by Taşköprü Newspaper institutionally. Below is a detailed discussion of possible solutions to the current Gaza issue through the lens of the Prophet Muhammad’s (peace be upon him) biography, hadith, and wisdom.
If Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) Were Alive Today: How Would He Approach the Palestine-Gaza Issue?
1. He Would Begin by Deeply Understanding the Issue
The Prophet (pbuh) never dealt with issues superficially; he addressed them by examining cause-and-effect relationships. Regarding the Palestine-Gaza issue, he would analyze the historical background, socio-political dynamics of the region, and internal problems of the Ummah thoroughly. He would highlight the source of oppression, occupation, and human tragedy, warning the Ummah accordingly, as he understood the grave weakness caused by the fragmentation of the community.
2. He Would Start with Reforming Hearts
The Prophet (pbuh) saw the reform of hearts as a fundamental prerequisite for societal reform. He would consider the Gaza issue not merely as a geographical conflict but as an expression of broken hearts and unleashed anger. Therefore, he would call Muslims to build a stance based on patience, brotherhood, and justice rather than hatred and revenge.
3. He Would Set the Ethics of War
The Prophet (pbuh) emphasized that war has ethics; innocent people, women, children, and worshippers should not be targeted. War would only be accepted in cases of necessity and defense. He would adopt a similar stance regarding what is happening in Gaza, prioritizing peace and diplomacy.
4. Diplomacy and International Law
If he were alive today, the Prophet (pbuh) would actively conduct diplomacy on the international stage, bringing together advocates of peace and human rights. As he did with the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, he would seek to open the way for long-term peace through short-term sacrifices.
5. He Would Adapt the Medina Charter Model to Today
The Medina Charter was a unique model of just coexistence among different faiths, ethnicities, and social groups. He would establish such a legal and social framework in Gaza, ensuring internal peace.
6. He Would Foster Unity and Solidarity Among Islamic Countries
He encouraged the unity of the Ummah and promoted political and economic cooperation among Muslim states. He emphasized that silence in the face of oppression is unacceptable and urged everyone to fulfill their responsibilities.
What Can We Do Today?
By adopting the wise and comprehensive approach of the Prophet (pbuh);
We should raise awareness of unity, brotherhood, and justice within ourselves,
Produce sincere calls and accurate information to awaken the world’s conscience,
Develop economic and political pressure mechanisms,
Organize sustainable and effective humanitarian aid for Gaza.
Conclusion and Prayer
If the Prophet (pbuh) were alive today, he would not only pray but act as a leader moving with justice, wisdom, and strategy. We, who follow his guidance, must shoulder this great responsibility with conscience, intellect, and courage.
Let us not forget:
“If you support Allah, He will support you and make your feet firm.” (Qur’an, Muhammad 47:7)
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