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Faith and Flag: A Muslim’s Love

Faith and Flag: A Muslim’s Love

Last updated on: June 23, 2025 at 6:07 pm by Muslims Writers Guild of America

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Faith and Flag: A Muslim’s Love 2025-06-23T18:07:39-05:00 Muslims Writers Guild of America

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Written by Asadullah Khan

Peace and blessings be upon you!

This greeting is used by Muslims to greet their fellow community members and strangers alike. I earnestly greet all my American friends who may read this, whether they be of my own community or not. I wish you a very happy 4th of July!

Deepens Gratitude

As an Ahmadi Muslim American, the 4th of July is a reminder of the many freedoms I am blessed to enjoy in this country. Among these, the freedom to practice my

The vision of the founding fathers created a nation where individuals of all faiths can live with dignity and worship freely. | Image by WikiImages from Pixabay

religion peacefully is the one I am most thankful for. In many parts of the world, that right is not afforded to countless people that also wish to practice their faith freely and openly. This contrast especially deepens my gratitude for the principles enshrined in our Constitution.

Justice, Peace, and Unity

The vision of the founding fathers created a nation where individuals of all faiths can live with dignity and worship freely. This is a gift I do not take for granted. My faith teaches me to love my country; the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Love for one’s country is a part of faith.” Inspired by this teaching, I see it as my duty to contribute positively to society and uphold the values of justice, peace, and unity. True patriotism means much more than blind loyalty or mere lip-service, but accountability in the face of adversity.

American Freedom

At a time when our beautiful country faces division and uncertainty, I very respectfully and humbly call on all Americans—especially our leaders—to recommit to protecting the First Amendment rights that make our democracy strong. These rights must be used not just for ourselves but to call out the injustices we see being done to our own citizens. Also, the use of the amendment our founding fathers understood to make first, should be used to support all those who have sought refuge and hope under the promise of American freedom.

May this Independence Day be a celebration for all—regardless of background or belief—and may we continue working toward a more inclusive and united nation.

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