Anas (ra) relates that a Jewish boy used to attend Prophet (saws). Once he fell sick and the Prophet (saws) went to visit him and asked him to embrace Islam. The boy looked at his father, who said to obey what the Prophet (saws) had advised. Prophet (saws) said : "Thanks to Allah (Swt), Who saved the boy from Hell fire."
[Bukhari]
Explanation : Islamic Jurisprudence, Traditions of Prophet (saws) , and history have a treasure of information and guidance about relations of Muslims with non-Muslims . Interpersonal relations, social interaction , trade or business partnership , and all other aspects of social interdependence have been discussed and clarified. Due respect is to be given to non-Muslims according to their status and rank . Islam does not teavh hatred, bias, prejudice and discrimination against non-Muslims.
In fact the life of the Prophet (saws) , and his companions (Allah be pleased with them) teaches us to be extra careful for their feelings and always make efforts to make a soft corner in their hearts by good behaviour and a positive winning attitude. The Arabic term Taaleef-e-Qalb defines this effort. This effort has brought millions to the fold of Islam. It was not the sword, but the character and knowledge that triumphed.
None forced Islam on anyone, but the entire poulation embraced Islam after Prophet (saws)'s return to Makkah as mentioned in Ayah 2 of Surah An-Nasr in the Holy Qur'an : "( Rasool Allah) , when you see people embracing Allah's faith in large crowds, celebrate the praise of your Lord and ask His forgiveness."
One can supplicate and wish well for a non-Muslim according to the situation he may be in . This is again a display of courtesy, kind heartedness and mutual respect taught by Islam.
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