According to Islam, community is a single fold in which each is a shephered unto the other. This at once eliminates all differences and distinctions on the basis of caste, colour, rase or birth.

All human beings whether black or white, master or slave, rich or poor, Arab or non-Arab, stand on the same footing and equally share the responsibility of running the affairs of the state.

This principle of Egalitarianism is not only the foundation of the body politic of Islam but also its greatest strength.

It is on this principle that the Muhajir and Ansar were united together in bond that was stronger than blood relationship and enabled the Muslims to grow from strength to strength.

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It was this disciplined cohesion which gave them a sense of unique solidarity, hitherto unknown in this world, and enabled them to present a solid front to their enemies.