Prophet Moses, A Path of Justice (peace be upon him)

A UNIFYING REFLECTION:

All three traditions ultimately point toward the same hope:

That truth will overcome falsehood, and justice will prevail over oppression.

Where we differ is not in the need for justice, but in how and through whom it will come.

LET A  QUESTION BE ASKED WITH SINCERITY AND REFLECTION TO MY JEWISH BROTHERS: If the belief is that the true homeland will be established only with the coming of the Messiah, why then the struggle to claim it before its appointed time? Would it not be wiser to show patience, and humility, the very virtues taught by the prophets?

Remember the lesson of Moses, who faced the tyranny of Pharaoh. He did not rush ahead of God's will, but guided his people with patience and faith until liberation came by divine command.

And the fate of Pharaoh stands as a sign for humanity, a reminder preserved in history so that people may reflect on the downfall of arrogance and oppression.

Thus, the counsel of wisdom is patience and humility in the face of God's decree. Those who wait with faith and act with justice will find that truth arrives in its rightful time, while those driven by haste and power often lose the very peace they seek.

One important point to remember is that we all believe in one God, the same God of Christians, Jews, and Muslims, who is not in conflict in the heavens. So why is Moses, the founder of Judaism, not more widely remembered? Why don’t we celebrate the day when Pharaoh drowned and Moses (peace be upon him) led the Israelites to safety? It stands as a timeless triumph of truth over oppression.

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Let another question be asked in the spirit of reflection and wisdom. If the people of faith speak of the coming of the Messiah, then whose Messiah do they await? Is it the same figure understood in the teachings of Jesus Christ, or does each community hold a different vision of that promised one?

If these visions differ, then why should people prepare themselves for conflict in the name of faith, when for centuries Jews, Christians, and Muslims lived side by side in the land of Palestine? Would itin not be wiser to live together in patience, awaiting the will of God, rather than trying to force events that belong to the realm of the Divine?

For the prophets, Moses, Jesus Christ, and Muhammad, (peace be upon them) all called humanity toward compassion, humility, and respect for one another.

The lesson of their message is not hatred or domination, but patience and justice. If people truly await the coming of the Messiah, then let them prepare their hearts by living with mercy and dignity toward all humanity. Those who claim to wait for a messenger of God must be ready to follow truth when it appears, not to oppose it out of pride or fear.

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LET A SINCERE QUESTION BE ASKED IN LIGHT OF HISTORY: Why have our Jewish brothers, known for their intelligence and hard work, so often been caught in the storms of world politics and made to suffer for the ambitions of others?

In the last century, humanity witnessed one of its darkest crimes under Adolf Hitler, when millions of Jews were persecuted and murdered in the horror of the Holocaust. It was a tragedy that revealed how far hatred and tyranny can take humanity when conscience is lost.

After that catastrophe, many displaced Jews sought refuge and security. In the shifting politics of the postwar world, the rise of Zionism and the creation of Israel became central to that search for a homeland. Yet debates continue about how these developments were shaped by powerful nations and global strategies, and how they have affected both Jews and their neighbors.

History warns that when communities are guided only by fear, nationalism, or the pursuit of superiority, the path of humanity can easily be lost. No one should become an instrument in the designs of power or ideology.

The lesson of wisdom is that true security does not grow from walls of suspicion or hatred, but from justice, humility, and coexistence. Humanity must remember that every community, Jewish, Muslim, Christian, or any other, shares the same dignity as part of the human family. Only by returning to compassion and fairness can the wounds of history begin to heal.

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First, one of the greatest crimes of the last century was carried out under Adolf Hitler, when millions of Jews were murdered and sent to gas chambers during the Holocaust. It remains one of the most horrific atrocities humanity has witnessed.

Some observers also argue that strong ideological narratives have shaped later generations, sometimes creating closed political environments that reinforce feelings of superiority or division rather than fostering broader human solidarity.

Second, although Hitler died, many people argue that the dangers of extreme nationalist ideologies did not disappear. After the war, displaced Jews were gathered into a new political project connected to Zionism, known as Israel, sometimes described metaphorically as a “golden calf.” This development with the help of Jordan led to the disruption of Palestine's coexistence traditions, a land where the followers of three religions had long coexisted, with significant support from neighbors. Critics claim that this process used powerful symbolism and promises to draw people into a political vision that has remained deeply controversial.

The broader lesson many draw from history is that when political movements become dominated by fear, nationalism, or hostility toward others, they risk losing sight of the universal values of humanity and coexistence.

EXILE AS A CONDITION;

In the Torah, exile is described as a consequence of disobedience:

Book of Deuteronomy 28:64

“The Lord will scatter you among all peoples…”

This establishes the idea of dispersion, not a permanent homeland in exile.

2. Return by Divine Will

Book of Deuteronomy 30:3–5

Speaks about God gathering the people back to their land in the future.

This is often interpreted as a divinely guided return, not purely political.

3. Later Rabbinic Interpretation (Key Idea)

The concept closest to the above statement comes from the Talmud, not the Torah:

“Three Oaths” (Ketubot 111a)

This teaching suggests:

Jews should not forcibly reclaim the land.

They should wait for divine redemption (often associated with the Messiah).

Nations should not oppress them excessively.

This is where the idea develops that the full restoration of a Jewish homeland is tied to the coming of the Messiah, according to some traditional interpretations.

Bottom line

Torah: speaks about exile and eventual return by God.

Talmud and later scholars: developed the idea of waiting for the Messiah for full restoration.

THE TRIUMPH OF TRUTH OVER OPPRESSION:

Know that a house, or even a nation, built upon ظلم (zulm) oppression and violence can never carry the light of the Divine. For what is raised through injustice bears the mark not of the Most Merciful, but of rebellion, like that of Iblis, who was cast out for his arrogance. The way of Allah is not forged through cruelty, but through justice, patience, and truth.

And reflect upon this: we all claim to believe in one Creator, the Lord of Moses, Jesus Christ, and Muhammad. Yet how often do we truly remember the lessons they brought?

Why is it that the great moment, when Moses stood against Pharaoh, and the, sea parted by the will of God, is not honored by all as a universal sign? That day was not merely for one people, but a timeless reminder: that truth rises, and tyranny drowns.

Indeed, the saving of the oppressed and the downfall of arrogance is a sign repeated through history. It teaches that no matter how powerful falsehood may appear, it is destined to fall, while truth, though tested, remains.

So let humanity remember not only the names of prophets, but the purpose of their struggle:

to uphold justice, to free the oppressed, and to recognize that victory belongs only to truth.

IN THE QUR'AN 

David (Dawud) is described as a king who judged with fairness:

Surah Sad (38:26)

“O Dawud, indeed We have made you a خليفة (vicegerent) on earth, so judge between people in truth and do not follow desire, lest it lead you astray from the path of Allah.”

This clearly shows:

He was commanded to uphold justice

He was warned not to act unjustly or oppressively

Example of Accountability

In Surah Sad (38:21–24), a case is brought before Dawud

After judging, he realizes the need for deeper reflection and seeks forgiveness from Allah

 Lesson:

Even a prophet-king held himself accountable

Justice required humility, not domination.

IN THE BIBLE 

David is also known for justice:

Psalm 72:1–2 (traditionally linked to Davidic kingship)

“Endow the king with your justice. May he judge your people in righteousness, your afflicted ones with justice.”

 EMPHASIS:

PROTECTING THE WEAK 

GOVERNING WITH FAIRNESS 

CONCLUSION 

Prophet Dawud (David) did not encourage oppression. Instead, he stands as a model of: Justice, Accountability

Humility before God

His life teaches that true leadership is not power over people, but justice for people