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Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura
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Diversity – Together in pursuit of excellence

17 July 2026

Allah places the diversity of humankind alongside the creation of the heavens and the earth as one of His magnificent signs. This teaches us that differences in race, language and culture are not something to be viewed with suspicion or used as reasons for conflict and division. Rather, they are part of Allah's divine order, inviting us to recognise the greatness of our Creator.

Muslim men praying in mosque

Islam does not merely ask us to acknowledge that people come from diverse backgrounds. It also teaches us how to manage that diversity through values that uplift and strengthen society.

Excellence did not arise simply because diversity existed. Rather, it was achieved because diversity was guided by values upheld by our faith: honouring knowledge, upholding trust, and striving to benefit society. This offers an important lesson for us today. Diversity becomes a blessing only when we choose to work together in the pursuit of what is good. 

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