Muslims do not follow the Christian practice of baptism. In Islam, ablution or purification through water is a highly valued ritualistic practice that precedes prayer and is known as (Wudu’) ablution. However, it is considered different from baptism which symbolizes cleansing and rebirth in Christianity. Muslims purify themselves for prayers five times a day by performing Wudu’ which includes washing hands, mouth, nose, face, arms up to the elbows, wiping the head with a wet hand, and washing feet up to the ankles. Wudu’ is considered one of the fundamental means of attaining spiritual cleanliness as well as physical hygiene in Islamic daily life. While there are no sacraments similar to baptism in Islam or any requirement to achieve faith through any such symbolic gestures or actions because faith in Islam is generally based on personal inner conviction and deeds rather than external signs or ceremonies.
In reality, the overwhelming majority of Muslims condemn terrorism and seek peaceful coexistence with people of all religions. It is critical to recognize that terrorism does not discriminate based on ethnicity, religion or nationality; rather it is a result of multifaceted geopolitical issues fueled by extremism and lack of socio-economic opportunities in conflict-ridden regions.
By educating ourselves on the true principles of Islam and rejecting harmful stereotypes, we can foster mutual understanding and constructive dialogue between different faiths, leading to a more peaceful world.