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not a condemned race from birth to death, but a dignified be-
ing potentially capable of good and noble achievements. The
fact that God chose His messengers from the human race
shows that man is trustworthy and capable, and that he can
acquire immense treasures of goodness (2:30-34; 6:165;
7:11; 17:70-72,90-95).
9. The true Muslim believes that every person is born
"Muslim". This means that the very course of birth takes
place in accordance with the Will of God, in realization of
His Plans and in submission to His Commands. It also
means that every person is endowed with spiritual potentiali-
ties and intellectual inclinations that can make him a good
Muslim, if he has the right access to Islam and is left to de-
velop his innate nature. Many people can readily accept Is-
lam if it is properly presented to them, because it is the Di-
vine formula for those who want to satisfy their moral and
spiritual needs as well as their natural aspirations, those who
want to lead a constructive and sound life, whether personal
or social, national or international This is so because Islam
is the universal Religion of God, the Maker of human nature,
Who knows what is best for human nature (30:30; 64:1-3;
82:6-8).
10. The true Muslim believes that every person is born
free from sin and all claims to inherited virtue. He is like a
blank book. When the person reaches the age of maturity he
becomes accountable for his deeds and intentions, if his de-