jfid – The genocide in Gaza, where over 12,000 Palestinians have been slaughtered by Israeli fighter jets and artillery in the last 6 weeks, is one of the most horrifying tragedies of our time.
Yet, amid the bloodshed and despair, there is also a glimmer of hope and faith shining in the darkness.
This is the story of the Angels of Gaza, 6,000 Palestinian children who have lost their lives due to the Zionist war machine since October 8.
These innocent souls may have been killed by Israel, but they did not die in vain.
They have become a source of inspiration and guidance for millions of Americans who are now turning to Islam to understand the resilience and courage of the Palestinian Muslim people.
Islam is not a new religion in America. Islam has been present since the arrival of the first African slaves, many of whom were Muslims. Islam has also been embraced by many prominent figures in American history, such as Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
Currently, Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the United States, with an estimated 8 million followers, according to the Pew Research Center.
But what is intriguing about the recent surge of interest in Islam is that it is largely triggered by events in Gaza, where Israel has unleashed a campaign of terror and brutal destruction against the besieged population.
The Gaza genocide has exposed the lies and propaganda that the Israel Lobby has spread to the American public for decades.
It has revealed the true face of Israel, a rogue state that violates international law and human rights shamelessly, relying on unconditional support from the US government and its allies.
It has also shown the true face of Palestine, a nation that has been oppressed and occupied for over 70 years but has never surrendered in their struggle for freedom and dignity.
The contrast between the claimed Judeo-Christian values by Israel and its supporters, and the Islamic values of Palestine and its supporters, could not be more striking. And Americans are now seeing this with their own eyes.
This is why we are witnessing unprecedented support for the Palestinian struggle in major cities across the US, from San Francisco to New York.
Americans are demonstrating in record numbers against Israel’s occupation and demanding an end to US involvement in the Gaza genocide.
They are also expressing their solidarity with the Palestinians in other ways, such as boycotting Israeli products, divesting from Israeli companies, and imposing sanctions on Israeli officials.
But perhaps the most profound way Americans are showing sympathy and appreciation for the Palestinians is by picking up the Quran and reading it for the first time.
The Quran is the holy book of Islam, the word of Allah revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in the 7th century. The Quran is a guidebook, wisdom, and mercy for all humanity. It is also a book of justice, resistance, and liberation for the oppressed.
The Quran is a source of strength and hope for the Palestinians, who recite it every day in their prayers, memorize it in their hearts, and live by its teachings.
The Quran is also a source of curiosity and enlightenment for Americans who want to learn more about the religion that sustains the Palestinians in their suffering.
This is how the online hashtag #QuranBookClub was born. It is a movement that started on TikTok, a popular social media platform, where a user named Megan B Rice initiated a virtual book club to study the Quran with others interested.
Rice, a 34-year-old woman from Chicago, was inspired to read the Quran after witnessing the atrocities committed by Israel in Gaza and the steadfastness of the Palestinian people in the face of adversity.
She wanted to understand the beliefs and values that motivated them to resist and express gratitude to Allah, even when everything had been taken from them.
She also wanted to challenge the stereotypes and misconceptions she had about Islam, largely influenced by mainstream media and pro-Israel lobbying.
Rice was not alone in her quest. She soon found out that there were many other Americans who shared her curiosity and enthusiasm for the Quran.
They joined her book club, held on Discord, a platform that allows users to chat and interact with each other.
They also shared their experiences and reflections on TikTok, using the hashtag #QuranBookClub, which quickly went viral.
Their videos show people from various backgrounds, ages, and genders holding the Quran, reading it, and expressing their admiration and appreciation for its message.
Some of them even decide to embrace Islam after finding peace and purpose in its teachings.
#QuranBookClub is not just a trend. It is evidence of the power and beauty of the Quran and the impact it can have on people’s hearts and minds.
It is also evidence of the courage and sacrifice of the Angels of Gaza, 6,000 Palestinian children who gave their lives for Allah and their homeland.
They may have been killed by Israel, but they are not forgotten by the world. They have inspired millions of Americans to embrace Islam and join the struggle for justice and freedom in Palestine.
They have become a catalyst for historical change in America and a sign of hope for the future of humanity.
