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 →

Beyond Ramadan

"…Allah wants you to complete the prescribed period (of Fasting) and to glorify Him for the Guidance…" [Qur'an, 2: 185] The ethnic and religious polarization, cultivation of cultural divisions, relentless fueling of ideological differences, and geopolitical crises in an already troubled world suggest that a more tumultuous time lies ahead for humanity. It is disturbing … Continue reading Beyond Ramadan →

The Core Precepts of Islam

“Surely your Lord is Allah, Who created the heavens and the earth in six days, then set Himself on the Throne (of His Dominion), governing all affairs of the universe…” [Qur’an, 10: 3] Islam is not an abstract theorization of some noble concepts, beliefs, and values. It is an ideology-driven applied discipline to reconstruct human … Continue reading The Core Precepts of Islam →