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Islam in Afghanistan

Islam is a religion that people in Afghanistan believe in. It teaches them to be kind, fair, and to love God. Afghanistan is a country that has had a lot of problems, like wars and fighting. Islam helps people to stay hopeful and to treat others with respect.

In Afghanistan, most people follow a type of Islam called Sunni Islam. They believe in one God, and they pray five times a day. They also read the holy book of Islam called the Quran. The Quran teaches people to live their lives in a good way and to be kind to others.

Unfortunately, not all people in Afghanistan who follow Islam follow its teachings of kindness and respect. Some groups use Islam as an excuse to harm others and create chaos. However, there are also many Muslim people in Afghanistan who are peaceful and they work hard to create a better country for everyone.

In summary, Islam is an important part of life in Afghanistan. While some use religion to justify violence, most people follow the teachings of kindness and respect found in the Quran.