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Salah Farah died of his wounds, as he and his fellow Muslim travelers refused to be separated from Christians on the same bus, they proclaimed, if you wish to kill, kill us all, we are all brothers. This was such a heroic act and brave act. There are good people in this world, and so judge not their race, religion or color, but honor those that pay the true price of standing up to evil. This is a man I would have been honored to meet, sad that we have to learn of great human beings only by their untimely death. He was a teacher.

Ali ibn Abi Talib, the Fourth Caliph of the Muslims

 

Here are a few quotes attributed to him

“Forgiveness is the best victory”

“Be flexible without being weak, be strong without being violent.”

“A worshiper without knowledge is like the mill donkey; it rotates but it does not leave its place”

 

 

 

The Teacher of Islam

Islam is non merciful
Islam is about repressive means
Islam has no heart
Over and over this chant shall start

For when we close our eyes
For when we judge our fellow man
Chants may bring us comfort
However false is the ringing of the rant

Men of terror may fly their black flags
Claiming a merciful god orders them to kill
al-Shabab reads no holy books, be sure of this
At reckoning they will be omitted from Allah’s bliss

So let us now pay tribute and honor
Let us hold a tissue for a tear so well deserved
The blood of Islamic hearts shall surely open your eyes
As I myself bow, in despair at a humble mans demise

That day, both miraculous and tragic
Salah Farah, a kind man, now a hero
His Muslim brothers became the strong and the brave
For they followed the true teachings of Islam

Salah Farah has passed on from Gods bountiful earth
A Muslim of brave heart and generous soul
He stood up for the love of his teachings
No man he claimed, should defile his fellow man

As terrorists point their rifles
At Christians shivering in fear
Salah Farah and his Muslim brothers
Stood firm with all of humanity dear

Salah Farah proclaimed “we are all brothers”	
Let us do no harm
Let Muslims protect Christians
Let Christians protect Muslims

For we are one, no matter religion
No matter destiny, we must all hold true
To the values of compassion and love
As every Muslim that day, stood ready die

I proclaim, Salah Farah flew the flag of hope
His brothers choose love over death
The all Merciful’s eyes too had tears
His flock of disciples saw his message clear

Teaching
Mercy
Love
Compassion

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Timothy Hicks February 16, 2016 at 12:47 AM A brave topic to write about, and what an influential person. I agree with what you say, that no matter the religion, people can make any excuse to do horrible things --- it's when people make their own gods as an excuse to get away with their own wicked desires. I don't agree with Muslim religion, but that doesn't mean I don't think you can find good honest (and even heroic) people, that comes in any stripe. We are people, before we are labels! Well said. Arthur Vaso February 20, 2016 at 7:33 PM Thanks Timothy! Cheers!

Robert Lindley January 25, 2016 at 6:22 PM A most outstanding poem my friend! Yes that man and those thats stood with him are heroes and were true believers in God, for God is a merciful god and not one that commands us to murder our fellow man... You created a gem with this one my friend. A fav for me. A7 Arthur Vaso January 26, 2016 at 3:08 PM Thanks Robert , glad you enjoyed!

Funom Makama January 25, 2016 at 1:45 PM My senses in totality are in awe of your wonderful lines. Liquefied bliss from the boil of glorious words has brought out enchanting aroma beyond scaling. 7 is simply an underscore for this fine share. Arthur Vaso January 26, 2016 at 3:07 PM Thank you Funom, much appreciated!

Shaista Aziz January 24, 2016 at 2:56 AM Very well written...adding one of the quotes of Hadhrat Ali- never promise when you are happy and never reply when you are angry... Arthur Vaso January 26, 2016 at 3:07 PM Thank you shaista, and yes thats a very good quote too!

Elaine George January 23, 2016 at 2:25 PM So many wars fought in the name of religion. As the words of a song once said....When will we ever learn, when will we ever learn? Magnificent writing, my friend. Arthur Vaso January 26, 2016 at 3:05 PM Thank you very much Elaine!

Charmaine Chircop January 23, 2016 at 9:18 AM I am a catholic ,He is a muslim ,but before that We are both human..So much alike aren't we? A fantastic message in this poem. A wonderful tribute. Arthur. Arthur Vaso January 23, 2016 at 10:46 PM Thank you Charmaine, I might add, you had a very good heart!

Keith Bickerstaffe January 23, 2016 at 12:29 AM BRAVO Arthur... always in the thick of controversy. I Love it! Well said my friend!! Best wishes, Keith Arthur Vaso January 23, 2016 at 10:45 PM Thank you Keith! Cheers!

Andrea Dietrich January 22, 2016 at 9:09 PM this is a very good tribute, Arthur. You are showing that religion does not matter. It's how well we defend what is right. I admire your sense of justice , fairness, and what true humanity is all about. Arthur Vaso January 22, 2016 at 9:16 PM and for that I kiss you! :)

Tim Smith January 22, 2016 at 10:05 AM He was a true hero. In my eye's what everyman should strive to be. The cowards, full of hatred and greed, will have their day. I just wish that day would come soon. Arthur Vaso January 22, 2016 at 8:08 PM yes, they sure were brave lads full of honor, as I said I often wonder if I would measure up. Cheers.

Nette Onclaud January 22, 2016 at 9:47 AM this is the oneness we dream about since time immemorial... reflective, deep write, arthur..huggs Arthur Vaso January 22, 2016 at 7:53 PM Thank you Nette, I am always worried that my ideas may not flow forward with intended meanings, I am heartened to see all you good souls showing your compassion! Hugs

Lewis Nyaga January 22, 2016 at 3:23 AM Arthur.. a good poem reminding us that we should love our neighbors and avoid demonizing those from different religions or beliefs and cultures.. love is a commandment.. peace and blessings Arthur Vaso January 22, 2016 at 7:51 PM You have said it so well, I thank you kind sir!

Demetrios Trifiatis January 22, 2016 at 2:59 AM Let us all honor this great man by following his example in the degree each one of us is able to and as the need arise. Congratulations to you dearest, Arthur for bringing to our attention the character of this brave man that God has called him into his kingdom. Great tribute! Thank you! A seven times seven! Arthur Vaso January 22, 2016 at 7:50 PM Thank you Demetrios, these men were truly hero's, as I asked my self, I wonder what I would have done, I am afraid that I may not have measured up to what these brave people did.

Jan Allison January 22, 2016 at 2:57 AM Such a powerful message Arthur - yet again you open our eyes to issues so often missed by the media kudos to you:-( Hugs jan xx Arthur Vaso January 22, 2016 at 7:43 PM Thank you Jan you are always so kind with your words and heart!

Kp Nunez January 22, 2016 at 2:24 AM Powerful message there, Arthur. There is hope for us yet. Thank you for spotlighting on the good, that it may balance the bad images created in our minds. A noble Muslim here. :-) Arthur Vaso January 22, 2016 at 7:42 PM Yes that was the idea, thanks so much! hugs!

Eve Roper January 21, 2016 at 11:11 PM Wonderful poem, Arthur, there is so much out in the world that just is not right. :( Arthur Vaso January 21, 2016 at 11:23 PM Thank you Eve, and you are correct, all we can do is sow goodwill wherever we can, hugs!