Enough promises – Dialogue with Richard and Arsen at Jerusalem Post
In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.
Allah said:
يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ كُونُوا۟ قَوَّٰمِينَ لِلَّهِ شُهَدَآءَ بِٱلْقِسْطِ وَلَا يَجْرِمَنَّكُمْ شَنَـَٔانُ قَوْمٍ عَلَىٰٓ أَلَّا تَعْدِلُوا۟ ٱعْدِلُوا۟ هُوَ أَقْرَبُ لِلتَّقْوَىٰ وَٱتَّقُوا۟ ٱللَّهَ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ خَبِيرٌۢ بِمَا تَعْمَلُونَ
O you who believe! Stand out firmly for Allah and be just witnesses and let not the enmity and hatred of others make you avoid justice. Be just: that is nearer to piety, and fear Allah. Verily, Allah is Well-Acquainted with what you do. [Al-Ma’idah 8]
Allah said:
يَـٰٓأَيُّہَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ كُونُواْ قَوَّٲمِينَ بِٱلۡقِسۡطِ شُہَدَآءَ لِلَّهِ وَلَوۡ عَلَىٰٓ أَنفُسِكُمۡ أَوِ ٱلۡوَٲلِدَيۡنِ وَٱلۡأَقۡرَبِينَۚ إِن يَكُنۡ غَنِيًّا أَوۡ فَقِيرً۬ا فَٱللَّهُ أَوۡلَىٰ بِہِمَاۖ فَلَا تَتَّبِعُواْ ٱلۡهَوَىٰٓ أَن تَعۡدِلُواْۚ وَإِن تَلۡوُ ۥۤاْ أَوۡ تُعۡرِضُواْ فَإِنَّ ٱللَّهَ كَانَ بِمَا تَعۡمَلُونَ خَبِيرً۬ا
O you who believe! Stand out firmly for justice, as witnesses to Allah; even though it be against yourselves, or your parents, or your kin, be he rich or poor, Allah is a Better Protector to both (than you). So follow not the lusts (of your hearts), lest you may avoid justice, and if you distort your witness or refuse to give it, verily, Allah is Ever Well-Acquainted with what you do. [Surah An-Nisaa. Ayah 135]
In the above article, Richard Marceau and Arsen Ostrovsky emphasize the urgent need for decisive and effective measures to combat antisemitism, rather than simply offering words of support and condemnation. We wholeheartedly share their strong belief that all forms of racism must be vigorously opposed and eliminated from every aspect of society. No individual or group should face injustice, whether they are Muslims, Christians, Jews, or belong to any other community. It is also crucial to remember that no one should be held accountable for the actions of an individual or a group within their race or religious affiliation. Allah said:
أَلَّا تَزِرُ وَازِرَةٌ وِزْرَ أُخْرَىٰ
وَأَن لَّيْسَ لِلْإِنسَٰنِ إِلَّا مَا سَعَىٰ
وَأَنَّ سَعْيَهُۥ سَوْفَ يُرَىٰ
ثُمَّ يُجْزَىٰهُ ٱلْجَزَآءَ ٱلْأَوْفَىٰ
That no bearer will bear the burden (of the crime and sin) of another. And that there shall not be for man except what he strives for (with his own deeds, good or bad). And that his striving will soon be seen (on the scales of his deeds on the Day of Judgement). Then he will be recompensed with the fullest and most complete of recompense. [1]
We want to emphasise to both Richard and Arsen that whenever antisemitism is clearly identified without any misinformation or exaggeration, it must not only be condemned but also eliminated. This principle applies equally to all forms of injustice and racist behaviour. In this article, we will address their statements and reiterate that criminal acts, regardless of who commits them, must be eradicated.
They stated: Today, pro-forma condemnations of antisemitism, while welcome, are entirely meaningless in the absence of urgent and tangible action. [end of quote]
Response: Antisemitism must be decisively eliminated through concrete measures, just as the enduring brutality, theft, and hubris associated with Zionism, which has persisted for more than seven decades, must also be eliminated.
They stated: In a few days time, on January 27, we will mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day and 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz. [end of quote]
Response: The documentation of any acts of murder against Jews or any other group throughout history is a grave crime in the Sight of Allah. This includes the ongoing brutality that has persisted in Palestine for over 70 years, which we have witnessed just in the past year.
They stated: However, the Holocaust did not begin with the crematoriums of this singular place of evil. That is where the road of life for Jews ended. Rather, it began with words, unbridled hate, and the singling out and dehumanization of an entire group of people. [end of quote]
Response: We understand the deep pain caused by the horrific actions of the Nazis, and we acknowledge the suffering that has resulted from those crimes. However, it is also important to reflect on the events we have seen over the past year, where the actions taken by the Zionist army, led by Netanyahu, in the name of retaliation and self-defense against the Palestinians, have roots that extend beyond the atrocities of the past. These actions can be traced back to unjust claims, a sense of entitlement, and the dehumanization of an entire people by certain factions within Zionism. [Footnote a]
Some Instances of Historical Zionist Brutality Towards Palestinians
The Deir Yassin Massacre: Took place on April 9, 1948, near Jerusalem, during which between 107 to 254 Palestinians were massacred at the hands of the extremist “Stern” gang.
The Nasr al-Din Massacre: Took place in April 1948. Al-Lajjun Massacre: Took place on April 13, 1948, in a Palestinian Arab village in the Jenin District, where the Zionist Haganah gang attacked it and killed 13 people.
The Saliha Massacre: Took place in May 1948, during which 75 Palestinians were massacred.
The Abu Shusha Massacre: Took place on May 14, 1948, near the village of Deir Yassin, and claimed the lives of (50) citizens, including women, men, children, and the elderly.
The Beit Daras Massacre: Took place in northeastern Gaza on May 21, 1948.
The Tantura Massacre: Took place on May 22, 1948, in the occupied city of Haifa, and claimed the lives of about (200) Palestinians.
The Lydda Massacre: Took place on July 12, 1948, in the occupied city of Lydda, and resulted in the massacre of about (500) Palestinians, including (150) who were massacred inside the city’s Grand Mosque. The Zionists threw many of them alive into the town’s wells.
The Dawayima Massacre: Took place on October 29, 1948, when a battalion from the terrorist “Lehi” organization led by Moshe Dayan attacked the village and then began searching homes and shooting at its residents. Entire families were exterminated in the massacre, which resulted in the killing of 200 men, women, and children.
The Zionist massacres did not stop after the Nakba of 1948, but rather their frequency, intensity, and brutality increased in light of the use of more lethal and destructive weapons. Among the most prominent of these massacres were: The Sharafat Massacre, which took place in February 1951, in which 11 Palestinians were massacred, and the rest of the village’s people were displaced. The Bethlehem Massacre took place in January 1952, in which 10 Palestinians were massacred. The Qibya Massacre took place on October 14, 1953, in the village of Qibya, east of Jerusalem, during which (67) Palestinians were massacred, most of whom were women and children, and during which 56 homes were destroyed. The Qalqilya Massacre took place on October 10, 1956, when the occupation forces attacked citizens in the city of Qalqilya in the West Bank, during which about seventy citizens were massacred.
The Kafr Qasem Massacre took place on October 29, 1956, in which 49 Palestinians were massacred, including 11 children, when they were all returning home from work. The Khan Yunis Massacre took place on November 3 and 12, 1956, in which between 280 and 500 Palestinians were massacred.
In 1970, Zionist aircraft struck Bahr al-Baqar Primary School and Abu Zaabal factories, killing more than 150 Egyptian students and workers. In 1980, the extremist Jewish organization Kach attempted to blow up Al-Aqsa Mosque, and a shipment of explosives weighing 120 kg was discovered. The Sabra and Shatila massacre took place in September 1982. This massacre lasted three days, and its direct perpetrators were members of the Lebanese Phalange forces allied with the Zionists led by Ariel Sharon. The Ibrahimi Mosque Massacre took place on February 25, 1994, when a Zionist named “Barog Goldstein” stormed the Ibrahimi Mosque in the city of Hebron, and fired bullets and bombs at the worshipers. This massacre resulted in the massacre of 29 Palestinians. The Qana Massacre took place on April 18, 1995. [2]
They stated: Eighty years after we collectively said ‘Never Again,’ here we are – yet again – with antisemitism and Jew-hatred surging unabated in Canada and Australia, and cannot help but ask, what lessons – if any – have been learned from history? [end of quote]
Response: More than seventy years have passed since the Ummah of Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, have been calling for an end to murder and injustice. Despite these persistent voices, which include many non-Muslims, there has been little impact on the actions of Zionists. While it is crucial to eliminate antisemitism in every nation, we continue to witness the ongoing brutality from Zionists since 1948. This leads us to question what, if anything, has been learned from the suffering of the Palestinians, especially as we observe similar excesses being committed by Zionists in the past year.
They stated: Both countries, once seen as beacons of tolerance and oases of peace for Jews, have become unrecognizable today, with almost daily reports of Jewish schools targeted with gunfire, Synagogues firebombed, and Jewish-owned businesses vandalized, while our students are hounded on campuses, widespread violent attacks in the streets, and Jews being increasingly ostracized and excluded from public spaces.
To say the statistics are alarming would be an understatement. It has been nothing short of an unrestrained tsunami of Jew hatred. [end of quote]
Response: Antisemitism needs to be swiftly eliminated as soon as its signs and consequences become evident, without any exaggeration. Every instance of such attacks should be confronted with unwavering resolve and strength. However, when we consider these incidents in relation to the widespread death and devastation in Gaza, they appear as insignificant as a single white hair on a completely black bull or stallion. Thus, it is imperative that we address both issues: the scourge of antisemitism in any place and the relentless brutality of Zionism. To assert that the brutality exhibited by Zionists over the last 70 years is alarming barely scratches the surface. It has manifested as a megatsunami of Zionist arrogance, entitlement, and brutality.
They stated: In Canada, antisemitic incidents have surged by 670% in the past year, while in Australia, likewise, there has been a 700% increase since the Hamas-led October 7 massacre, with the Jewish community in both countries feeling relentlessly under siege. Even more troubling is that many of these incidents go unreported.
Leading Jewish communal organizations, including ours, have been unwavering, fighting back, advocating to all levels of government to face this scourge. Regrettably, the governments have failed to heed these repeated warnings. [end of quote]
Response: If these numbers hold true and aren’t inflated, it’s clear that an immediate emergency response and protection are essential. Should these attacks against Jews in Europe and elsewhere stem directly or indirectly from the atrocities committed by Hamas against innocent civilians and non-combatants, then the offenders have only made the situation worse. Just as Hamas faces condemnation for their actions on October 7th, so too should Netanyahu’s Zionist associates be held accountable for their war crimes.
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We would like to emphasise, once again, the strong insights shared by Prince Turki al-Faisal, may Allah safeguard him, which can be found in the following link:
They stated: Today, pro-forma condemnations of antisemitism, promises of action, and reiteration that this new strain of the world’s older hatred does not represent the values of both countries, whilst welcome is entirely meaningless in the absence of urgent and tangible action. [end of quote]
Response: We wholeheartedly concur with this assertion. When instances of antisemitism are unmistakably recognized and decisive measures are not implemented, we must also hold accountable those who neglect to act firmly against any form of racial hatred. This issue transcends the values of individual nations; antisemitism is a profound wrongdoing and a serious offense in the Sight of Allah, just as the Zionist oppression over the past seven decades is a grave sin and crime in His sight. Zionist violence in recent times has escalated to a point that can be described as genocide, overshadowing the brutal massacres of earlier periods.
They stated: What should be done
A much more aggressive legal approach also needs to be added.
In Canada, lawsuits targeted Toronto Metropolitan University and unions, while court injunctions were sought and obtained to protect synagogues, Jewish schools, and Jewish community centers. In Australia, legal proceedings have also been initiated against the University of Sydney, under racial vilification laws, paving the way for the first broad class action lawsuit tackling post-October 7 campus antisemitism, with new laws also introduced against doxing, the display of neo-Nazi material and ensuring that glorifying and praising acts of terrorism are criminal offenses under Commonwealth law. [end of quote]
Response: It is crucial to ensure that all institutions are safeguarded against acts of vandalism and antisemitism, regardless of whether these acts occurred before or after October 7. There is no room in our society for Nazis or terrorism. At the same time, the ongoing violence and oppression faced by Palestinians at the hands of Zionist forces deserve a more urgent attention and action, as this has been a reality for over 70 years. The roots of the Zionist movement stretch back centuries, [Footnote b] leading to the continued subjugation and dehumanization of the Palestinian people. Just as those who celebrate acts of terrorism against Jews or any other group must be held accountable, so too should Netanyahu and his associates face justice for their actions and rhetoric in Gaza over the past year, which are as evident as the midday sun.
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They stated: There must also be a recognition that chanting phrases like “Globalize the Intifada” or “Free Palestine” are not calls for peace, and do not depend on ‘intent’ or ‘context’, but are a clear and unmistakable incitement to violence, directly targeting Jews. This should be codified into law.
Moreover, we should consider whether non-citizens who commit acts of antisemitism and terror should be deported. There can be zero tolerance or place for such hatred in our democratic societies. [end of quote]
Response: It is essential to acknowledge that statements like “You must remember what Amalek has done to you,” made by Netanyahu in his calls for retaliation and self-defense, or the assertion that Zionists possess an inherent right to Palestine, along with the expansion of settlements on Palestinian territory, do not promote justice or peace. [Footnote c] Instead, they reflect a troubling sense of impunity, bolstered by support from Christian Zionist leaders and demagogues. Such rhetoric not only incites further oppression but also serves as a dangerous blueprint for targeting those who courageously oppose Zionist actions aimed at perpetuating this unjust situation. It is imperative that nations with courageous leaders codify laws that reject Zionist oppression. Additionally, these countries should evaluate the situation of Jews whose ancestry is not linked to Palestine, particularly when they engage in acts of terrorism against Palestinians and demand that they are deported back to their countries of origi. There must be a firm stance against such criminal behavior and the impunity that often accompanies it.
They stated: Political leaders must also understand that when they effectively throw Israel under the bus in the international legal arena, such as the United Nations and the international courts in The Hague, for their own domestic expedience, this leads to a more pervasive discourse on Israel and a direct correlation in the surge of antisemitism, as does repeatedly singling out the State of Israel for opprobrium, lecturing and differential treatment at home. This only emboldens perpetrators of antisemitism with a warped sense of justification to carry out their attacks against Jews and Jewish institutions.
The sad truth is that once great democracies, Australia and Canada, have failed to protect their Jewish communities. [end of quote]
Response: Zionists must recognise that their relentless efforts to label every individual or organisation as antisemitic for firmly demanding an end to over seventy years of oppression and land theft against the Palestinians only serve to undermine the high moral ground they claim. By establishing lobbies within European parliaments and governments, they seek to obstruct the quest for justice and decency. This approach distorts the narrative surrounding the prolonged suffering inflicted by Zionist actions and correlates directly with the ongoing violence, land theft, and an inflated sense of entitlement. Furthermore, the tendency to accuse others of antisemitism when confronted with calls for ethical conduct only strengthens the resolve of Zionists to perpetuate their oppression. We unequivocally denounce antisemitism when clearly identified, [Footnote d] just as we denounce the unchecked impunity that has characterized over seventy years of Zionist actions. It is imperative that every nation upholds its duty to safeguard its citizens from the scourge of racial hatred and the desecration of their properties. In the same vein, it is equally essential for nations to unequivocally condemn the actions of Zionists and to urgently call for an end to the enduring brutality that has persisted for over seven decades.
They stated: Unremitting campaign of terror
Today, whereas the world’s only Jewish state has been forced to defend itself from Hamas and existential wars being waged by Iran and their terror proxies, another unremitting campaign of terror has been unleashed upon the Jewish communities of Canada and Australia.
Many Jews are increasingly asking if they are still welcome in the countries they have called home for generations, or if they have been abandoned by the political leadership and society at large.
Britain’s former Chief Rabbi, Lord Jonathan Sacks, once noted that a society that has no space for Jews has no space for humanity. As we look ahead to 2025, and on the eve of the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz death camp, both Australia and Canada must therefore ask if they still have space for Jews and what kind of societies they wish to have. [end of quote]
Response: The subtitle “An unending campaign of violence and intimidation by Zionists over the past seven decades” serves as a response to the preceding subtitle “Unremitting campaign of terror”. Currently, the Zionist regime stands as the sole regime compelled to confront its over 70 years of transgressions and to halt its prolonged pattern of severe aggression against a population whose welfare has been profoundly jeopardised. This situation has been exacerbated by the continuous use of justifications that further diminish their aspirations for safety and dignity. In this context, a new wave of violence and intimidation has been directed at the Palestinian people, framed as acts of self-defense and retaliation. Regarding Hamas, while the actions taken against unarmed civilians and non-combatants on October 7 are indefensible, [Footnote e] it is important to recognise that they also serve as a strategic instrument for the Israeli right. [Footnote f] Furthermore, both Hamas and Zionist actions have faced condemnation, a sentiment eloquently expressed by Prince Turki al-Faisal, may Allah protect him.
The remarks made by this Rabbi prompt a profound reflection on the nature of humanity within a regime that has persistently engaged in the theft of property and the brutalisation and dehumanisation of another people. Such a regime, devoid of compassion, cannot claim to embody the essence of humanity. Just as it is imperative to safeguard the rights of all citizens in a country, including Jews, so too must we extend that protection to the Palestinians, who have endured over seven decades of relentless Zionist oppression. The Palestinians continue to yearn for liberation from this merciless regime, much like the liberation that Jews experienced from the Nazis. It is incumbent upon all nations to advocate for the freedom of the Palestinians from Zionist control, and it is essential for societies to reflect on whether they will persist in demanding an end to this brutality, and to consider the kind of generation they aspire to nurture.
The primary objective of this brief article is not to contest any group’s right to exist within humanity, nor to endorse the oppression of any individual. Rather, it aims to reveal an alternative perspective to that which the two authors sought to convey. While their concerns regarding antisemitism are valid, as is the concern for all forms of racism, the quest for justice must encompass all individuals, irrespective of their status as victim or oppressor. Additionally, the resolution for the Palestinian people, after divine intervention, rests with the upright Muslim scholars and the leaders of Muslim nations. Consequently, this response to the authors does not propose solutions but rather highlights their failure to adequately address the injustices faced by Palestinians. The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said that Allah said: “O My servants! I have forbidden injustice for Myself and I have forbidden it among you, so do not oppress one another”. [3]
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Footnote a:
Must take a look at what is happening in their own backyard first
A message from a war criminal to the world – [Engaging in a dialogue with Jane Kiel]
Footnote b:
The Initial Rise and Gradual Impact of Christian Zionism on Some European Political Decision-makers
An Overview of Christian Zionism in America Since the Arrival of The Puritans
Footnote c:
The Promised Land: A Brief Examination from a Religious and Historical Perspective
Our biblical forefathers- a brief reminder to Kenneth Brander
Footnote d: https://abuiyaad.com/sn/muslims-antisemitism
Footnote e: https://abuiyaad.com/a/amalekite-genocide-doctrine-gaza
Footnote f: https://www.abuiyaad.com/w/hamas-israeli-right
[1] https://www.thenoblequran.com/q/#/verse/53/38
[2] Compiled from various old Arab Newspapers
[3] Ṣaḥiḥ Muslim 2577