26:71(Siget note Worshipping stone idols).
26:71(Siget note Worshipping stone idols) . Worshipping stone idols was a common trait of pagans in the past and even exists in modern times. The mushrikeen and the idol worshippers, those who set up authority to rank with God, say, it is not the idols that they worship but use them as a point of focus during prayer. Stone worship: In some religions they do not have carved stone idols but revere coloured misshaped stones which they touch and kiss for blessings. This is remnant of the Vedic religious culture practiced by Hindus in South India and is still widely prevalent elsewhere too; Vikram Aditya (born 101 B.C.) ruled Arabia where Hinduism flourished for a long time. Kissing and touching stones for blessings is abhorrent to muslims because it is degrading to show reverence to such an object. Muslims serve God alone by following His laws and adhering to the values given in the Quran. This benefits not only mankind but also develops the Self to make ...