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Dr. Shabir Ally discusses the Quran 8:67, which has been widely misunderstood as promoting violence. He explains that this verse, often interpreted as criticizing the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) for taking captives instead of causing mass slaughter, has been misread due to classical commentaries and older translations. Dr. Shabir clarifies that the verse likely reflects a past practice among earlier prophets, as mentioned in the Bible, where captives were not taken but populations were decimated. The Quran introduces a new, more compassionate approach, allowing the release of captives for ransom and moving towards peaceful coexistence, a significant departure from prior traditions. He further highlights that the Prophet Muhammad’s actions at the Battle of Badr—choosing to release prisoners for ransom—aligned with this new direction. Misinterpretations of the verse arise from a retrospective justification by commentators, which contradicts the Quran’s overarching message of mercy and guidance as well as its encouragement of humane treatment, even during conflict. If you enjoy this video, please support our work financially by: Visiting our website http://www.QuranSpeaks.com OR Sending an etransfer to iGive@QuranSpeaks.com OR Subscribing monthly at Patreon.com/QuranSpeaks ► DONATE: http://www.quranspeaks.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=quranspeaks Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/LetTheQuranSpeak Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/QuranSpeaks.tv Twitter: http://www.Twitter.com/Quran_Speaks