The branch of the World Organization for al-Azhar Graduates in Chad held a lecture entitled “Moderation in Islam” at Salman al-Farsi Mosque in the capital, N’Djamena. The first lecture was delivered by Ahmad Mohammed, a member of the organization’s branch in Chad, who emphasized that moderation is one of the most prominent features of Islam and a fundamental pillar of its legislation and objectives. He explained that Islam calls for moderation in all aspects of life, faith, worship, and conduct, both at the individual and collective levels. He further noted that the Islamic Ummah is distinguished by being a middle, balanced nation.
He explained that the concept of moderation lies in the middle ground, which represents the point of balance between two extremes and embodies justice. Moderation is required in matters of faith, worship, legislation, and conduct. In faith, it stands as a middle path between the extremes of exaggeration, on one side, and denial of the Divine attributes, on the other. In worship, it lies between excessive asceticism and indulgence in forbidden desires. Likewise, moderation is essential in legislation and conduct.
Furthermore, he stressed that moderation is not a secondary option but the very essence of religion, the distinctive feature of the Muslim Ummah, and the foundation of its goodness and success. The Holy Quran, the Sunnah of the Prophet, and the teachings of the early generations all affirm that Islam is a religion of balance and moderation, free from both excess and neglect. He further emphasized that moderation is not merely a theoretical concept but a comprehensive way of life that ensures human happiness in this world and ultimate success in the Hereafter.
