“Indeed, We honored the progeny of Adam, and bore them across land and sea and provided them with good things for their sustenance, and exalted them above many of Our creatures.” [Qur’an, 17: 70] The status of a person in an organization corresponds to the role he plays in the system. To begin with, a … Continue reading The Elements of Divine Guidance
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Frequently Asked Questions about Islam
Q1. Islam is often described as the fastest-growing religion in America and globally. What makes it so appealing? A1. This phenomenon is neither new nor surprising. Islam naturally resonates with those who seek truth, guided by conscience, intellect, and rationality. It is a comprehensive way of life that reforms human conduct and aligns with moral … Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions about Islam
Lawful and Prohibited in Islam
“And do not utter falsehoods by letting your tongues declare: This is lawful and that is unlawful, thus fabricating lies against Allah …” [Qur’an, 16: 116] Introduction:In Islam, none but Allah SWT has the right to declare a thing to be lawful (Halal) or unlawful (Haram). Of course, a knowledgeable person who acknowledges the divine … Continue reading Lawful and Prohibited in Islam
Shielding Society against Infidelity
“Do not even approach Zina for it is a monstrous act, and an evil way” [Qur’an, 17: 32] The assertion that stoning to death for committing adultery is not in the Qur’an is over a century-old argument, repeated time and again, by the orientalists and the opponents of Islam, particularly the affiliates of the British … Continue reading Shielding Society against Infidelity
The Man of Global Vision
“Whoever oppresses the non-Muslim subjects, shall find me to be their advocate on the Day of Judgment.” [Dawud] The immensity of a prophetic reformist, inspiring a social, moral, and political transformation of people and their day-to-day conduct, is measured in terms of his comprehension of the existing conditions of his society, his vision for the future, … Continue reading The Man of Global Vision
Khilafat-e-Ra’shidah: An Integral Part of Islam
“…Your Lord is Allah alone, Who created the heavens and the earth…then sat upon the throne of His kingdom…Who created the sun, the moon and the stars, all of which are under His Command…His is the creation and His the Sovereignty…the Lord of the worlds!” [Qur’an, 7: 54] Khilafat-e-Rashidah (The Rightly-Guided Caliphate) is a period … Continue reading Khilafat-e-Ra’shidah: An Integral Part of Islam
The True Order of Life: Challenge and Perseverance
“The True order of life with Allah is Islam…”[Qur’an, 3:19] Humanity has remained a victim of injustice, aggression, and brutality since the time immemorial. The forms, methods, and degrees of barbarity by man against his own kind have varied through history, but not the core ferocious motives. Behaviorally, man still lives in the dark ages … Continue reading The True Order of Life: Challenge and Perseverance
The Institution of Marriage in Islam
"…He (Allah) has created mates for you from your own kind that you may find peace in them and He has set between you love and compassion…" [Qur'an, 30: 21] Marital relationship and union between genders is a natural and universal phenomenon across all living beings for their multiplication. That is how the human civilization … Continue reading The Institution of Marriage in Islam
The Institution of Masjid
“He only shall tend Allah’s masajid who believes in Allah and the Last Day and establishes proper salat and practices zakat and fears none but Allah…” [Qur’an, 9:18] Islam is not a religion in the customary sense or a collection of some noble spiritual practices. It is not a theology or philosophy either, nor is … Continue reading The Institution of Masjid
Islamic Point of View 