What is the Islamic view of humanity? Does it encourage us to love and respect others as human beings, regardless of their religion or race?
The Islamic view of humanity is filled with mercy and compassion, and it cannot be otherwise, because the Islamic religion is the last of the religions that were prescribed by Allah and He commanded all of mankind to enter this religion. He revealed this religion and sent it down to the most compassionate of mankind, Muhammad (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). Here is how to treat Non-Muslims: 1. Islam urges Muslims to show kindness to parents even if they are non-Muslims. 2. Islam advises Muslims to treat neighbors kindly even if they are not Muslim. 3. Islam encourages Muslims to ensure justice and show kindness to non-Muslims who are not fighting Muslims. 4. Islam prohibits killing non-Muslims living under Muslim rule. 5. Islam prohibits wronging a Mu‘ahid (non-Muslim under a peace treaty or agreement.), detracting from his rights, or burdening him with more work. 6. Islam prohibits committing transgression and commands justice.