The Essence of Existence and Peace: Emir Abdelkader's Journey in Manifesting the Human Condition

Abstract

Emir Abdelkader’s persona exudes a sublime humanitarian spirit that transcends narrow allegiances. He regarded all people as servants of God, whether they were his subjects or even the French colonizers. He recognized that the French did not come to Algeria as refugees in need of aid, but as invaders seeking to seize power; thus, his struggle was not driven by enmity, but rather by the 
futility of extending benevolence under such circumstances .