The Leader of Mankind

“Recall that when his Lord put Ibrahim to test in certain things and he fulfilled all of them, He said, ‘I am going to make you the leader of mankind…” [Qur’an, 2:124] The notion of sacrifice, which means offering something to a deity in homage, is as old as life on earth. The first … Continue reading The Leader of Mankind →

Wisdom and Communication

“He grants wisdom to those Whom He wills: and whoever is granted wisdom has indeed been granted much good. Yet none except men of understanding take heed.” [Qur’an, 2: 269] Two major characteristics of a Muslim define his personality as a conscious and disciplined person mindful of his duties to his Creator and society. Wisdom … Continue reading Wisdom and Communication →

The Last Sermon of the Prophet Muhammad

After his first and the last Hajj on Friday, 9th Dhul al’Hijjah, 10 AH (632 AC), the day the fictitious lunar calendar coincided with the true calendar, the Prophet Muhammad saw delivered his landmark Sermon in the valley of Arafat in which he spotlighted twenty-five cardinal points, mostly embedded in the Qur’an (Q). These points … Continue reading The Last Sermon of the Prophet Muhammad →

Salat Times

“...The salat is enjoined upon the believers at appointed times.” [Q, 4: 103] The Salat – five daily obligatory prayers – is the most momentous engagement of a Muslim’s daily life when a devotee turns exclusively toward his Creator to refresh his bond with Him and recommit his loyalty. Each salat must be offered at … Continue reading Salat Times →

Quest for Knowledge: A must in Islam

“…..and say O my Lord, increase my knowledge.” [Qur’an, 20: 114] Knowledge is power, a wealth that only grows, and a source of honor of the highest order. It makes you what you ultimately become and distinguishes you as a sophisticated person of conscience enlightened with values, perspective, mission, direction, and awareness of the environment. … Continue reading Quest for Knowledge: A must in Islam →