Islam

Discover the compelling evidences that affirm Muhammad's ﷺ prophethood and the transformative impact he had on the world.

Explore the profound journey to Makkah and the spiritual significance of `Umrah, as shared by Idris Tawfiq. A reflection on faith, pilgrimage, and the eternal call of Allah.

Discover the essential rights of a Muslim over another Muslim, as outlined in the Quran and by Prophet Muhammad. Learn about Islamic ethics, mutual care, and the importance of sincere advice in Islam

Discover how Hajj, the Islamic pilgrimage, serves as a journey of peace, self-control, and spiritual growth, offering profound benefits and rewards.

Discovering Islam and declaring the testimony of faith is a decision must be grounded in knowledge, inner certainty, and commitment.

Discover the start and end dates of Hajj, one of Islam's most significant rituals. Learn about the rituals, virtues, and temporal boundaries of Hajj in this comprehensive guide.

What are the rights of Non-Muslims and Dhimmis in Muslim societies? Examples from the early Muslim practices.

The article delves into the truthfulness of Prophet Muhammad's prophethood, addressing common misconceptions and providing evidence to support his divine mission.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) conveyed a profound message about the ceaseless reward of good deeds after death. His teachings highlight three enduring sources of reward: ongoing charity, spreading beneficial knowledge, and righteous offspring.

Nura, an Italian woman, shares her profound journey to Islam, finding balance and purpose, and navigating through existential questions and spiritual exploration

Jacian Fares began his Islam journey through reading the Quran, found purpose and a sense of community, embracing Islam .."Now my God has a name"

Faith and hope are closely related; a true believer is the most hopeful and the most optimistic person among people, and the farthest one from pessimism, complaining, and dissatisfaction. This is because true faith indicates the belief in the power of Allah that controls this universe. Faith also indicates the belief in infinite might, boundless

My name is Jamie and I converted to Islam a week and half ago. Before I became a Muslim, I was not a very conservative person, I was not a very good person. I modeled for about five years, and during that time I did a lot of drugs. And I thought oh, I can

Another blessed month of Ramadan is upon the world, by the grace of God. While the days are famous for the fasts in which Muslims abstain from food, drink (yes, even water), and intimate relations, the nights are dedicated to worship. While the current pandemic has changed the ways in which we celebrate special events

It is only a few hours that separate us from the blessed days and nights of Ramadan. So, it is time to start warming up, set goals and think about ways to maximize your gains during the month. Early preparation means greater benefits. The opportunity of Ramadan is so precious to let it slip away.

There are three degrees of fasting: 1. The fast of the ordinary person. The fast of the ordinary person consists of  the abstinence of appetite, sexual intercourse, noise, arguing etc … In addition to the fara’id, obligations of the fast, the seeker may advance in his practice by observation of the traditions (Sunnah) of the

The jinn we know as Satan was created from fire. Before his obedience and sincerity were tested through Adam, he had been in the company of angels, acting and worshiping as they did. Unlike angels, however, who cannot rebel against God (At-Tahrim 66:6), Satan was free to choose his own path of conduct. When God

The article shows how the Quran lay out the framework as to what are the basis, the objectives, and the goal of marriage in Islam

 A time remembered, is a period of historical films on British history, when to see a woman veiled was quite normal. To surf on the Internet, one could be led to believe that the veil begins and ends with Islam, or as a wedding dress accessory. The event of banning the veil in France has

The Qur'an enjoins on Muslims the duty of being kind and compassionate to their parents. This shows how important it is in Islam to treat parents.

Islam teaches us to be merciful to the entire creation, even towards those who oppose Islam and worship idols

It was once said that, "Bilal is the Master who was freed by the Master [Abu Bakr]." Here is the brief story of Bilal the sweet caller to Islam.

Upon accepting Islam, the new Muslim finds him or herself in a situation most of us are unfamiliar with and unprepared to deal with. A new Muslim is a social infant. Through the grace and mercy of Allah, I became an infant myself a few years ago when I rediscovered my fitrah (my inherent knowledge

There is no doubt that interfaith dialogue, whereby the people of different religions get to know each other more through open and frank discussion, as well as friendly interchange.

The Prophet (PBUH) said, `In every nation there exists a man worthy of all trust and the trustworthy of this nation is Abu `Ubaidah lbn Al- Jarraah."

The Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) are the sources from which every Muslim woman derives her rights and duties. Today people think that women are liberated in the West and that the women’s liberation movement began in the twentieth century. Actually, the women’s liberation movement was not

The Muslim community living in the West is at a crossroads, and among all the challenges we are confronted with is that of attempting to deal with our youth, culture, and Islam in the West. It is not feasible to do justice to such a broad topic in an essay of one thousand words. The

Muslims believe that before there was human life on this earth, all humanity was witness to the existence of Allah. Allah tells us in the Qur’an what means: [And (remember) when your Lord brought forth from the children of Adam, from their loins, their seed and made them testify as to themselves (saying): “Am I

The virtues of modesty in Islam and some thoughts on its application.

The Qur’an is the final revelation book, which Allah revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Allah has guaranteed the Qur’an’s protection from any corruption or distortion.

When a Muslim performs all the activities of his life in the way of Allah, and for the pleasure of Allah, then all his deeds become ‘ibadah or worship

This article explores the different kinds of traditions of the Prophet Muhammad (Sunnah), which along with the Qur'an form the main reference of Islamic Law.

Muslims believe the world is God’s gift to mankind and that there is proof of His existence in every natural object. The finest grain of sand, with its patterned arrangements of atoms, displays the minute detail of His reckoning. From the smallest of viruses to the largest of plants and animals, every living creature presents

As a secular society we all accept the concept of individual accountability for our actions; as a spiritual community we see that many people do not believe in punishment for sins and heedlessness.  When we read the Qur’an and Sunnah, we see that God is not guaranteeing anyone heaven as a result of their being

The part of the article wishes to examine the ability of Islam to restore meaning to an LC (low context) society

The study shows how Islam can counter the nihilistic forces currently at work in our society by restoring meaning to human life

Muslims believe that the Qur’an in its entirety is the words of Allah revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) over a long period of time and that the Qur’an is protected from any form of corruption and alteration. There are many proofs that the Qur’an is Allah’s revelation. Here I will

Is not God great? To have created all this strong and wild beauty so that man may find peace in it...

I was brought up Catholic, and as an adult, I started to stray from it. I didn't know what it was that I felt uncomfortable with, but I just knew something wasn't right

Showing the ethics of sharia through basic Islamic principles and values, and how these should be the overriding principles for everything.

Islam came over me like a robber who enters a house by night; but, unlike a robber, it entered to remain for good.

Christianity and Islam, together with Judaism, are usually called the Semitic religions, and they cover much common ground...

This is a synopsis of a paper prepared for the Doha International Conference for the Family, Doha ,Qatar, November 29–30, 2004. The paper was not read at the conference for lack of time. We have omitted here most of the introductory remarks addressed to the conference sponsors and organizers. The initial invitation letter [to the

The unity of mankind is conceived in the light of the common parentage of Adam and Eve. Every human being is a member of the universal family established by them, and is entitled therefore to enjoy the common benefits as he is enjoined to share the common responsibilities. When people realize that they all belong

What are the four matters that every believing Muslims most have the knowledge of them?

What are the good deeds that can benefit the dead by the permission of Allah

Many people today allege that they can do without the Messengers and their messages and instead use the reason that Allah has bestowed on them. We see them enacting laws, planning, directing, approving and prohibiting, their only reference in doing so, being, what their reason accepts or rejects. In the past there have been groups

What do we mean by the state of repentance (Tawbah) in Islam? How can a believer obtain this state?

It is necessary for an individual to pause at the end of each day that has passed, taking oneself to account for self-criticism

Before we embark on the next stage of this journey, I want to mention two things. First, much of what you read here will not be radically new. The reason for that is that Allah (swt) has equipped us with ways to achieve tranquility of the heart, yet we seldom use them in that way.

Allah Almighty is the Creator and the only One worthy of worship without associating anyone else alongside Him. Allah Almighty says: {O mankind, worship your Lord, Who created you and those who came before you, so that you may become righteous. He Who made for you the earth a [spread out] bed and the sky

While I was depressed watching the news about Muslims and thinking of the afflictions that befell them, I heard a voice inside me saying “It is you who delay Muslims’ victory. You are the principal cause of all the afflictions that Muslims suffer from.” I wondered, “How come this while I am an ordinary person

The article explains the importance of devotion in prayer, summarized from a show called: “How can you taste the sweetness of prayer?”

A Muslim should steer clear of all sins, major and minor ones. A faithful Muslim takes care of every utterance or deed, avoiding anything that makes him subject to the punishment of Allah and His Wrath. The major sins are those acts which have been forbidden by Allah in the Qur’an and by His Messenger

The people in heaven are rewarded differently based upon how much they made this life a means to achieving success in the hereafter. Those who disciplined themselves to live this life for the hereafter are those who embraced the test of life with faith and wisdom. We all have goals that we would like to

The following series will be about the characteristics of those people who truly know God, the Most Merciful and thus live a lifestyle which reflects that

One of Satan’s favorite tricks is to make people think and say, I will do such-and-such soon, in a little while, maybe tomorrow, or next week and so on. He makes them delay their actions making them feel secure and happy with the present. Some people have named this “The Great Obstacle.” A person may

This world is like an exam hall. This life is like an exam-period. As the examination period is short, so is the life of this world. However, the list of important tasks of a believer is not short. Along with worship like salah, sawm, zakah, hajj, a believer’s list of duties includes many other things.

Islam is the second largest religious group in the world. It entails about 1.8 billion of followers or more than 24% of the world population. Nowadays, many studies are showing that Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world and may become the world’s largest religious group by the second half of this century.

In Surat Ash-Shams, Allah swears by the nafs [here translated “soul” but better understood as “self”] saying {By the soul [nafs] and He Who proportioned it, and inspired it its wickedness and its righteousness; he has succeeded who purifies it, and he has failed who instills it (with corruption)}. (Ash-Shams: 7-9). The above Qur’anic verses

The article discusses the definition and legal ruling related to martyrdom in Islam, and the revered status of martyr.

In the inspired vision of our great and holy founders, Jesus and Muhammad, there is far more that we share in common than there is that divides us. The relationship between Christianity and Islam throughout history has often been characterized by misunderstanding, rivalry, and frequently hostility. As illustrated in the movie The Kingdom of Heaven,

Victory does not come haphazardly or by chance. It has certain laws and principles that Almighty Allah has clarified in His Book in order that His believing servants understand and follow them. – The First Law: Victory and Help Are Only From Almighty Allah He whom Allah Almighty grants help will never be overcome even

The rapid deterioration of human environment is nothing but a crisis of values. It is actually the most striking manifestation of the development of the Western civilization

Hajj is an obligation which none can undertake except those who are strong as well as honest, and none can perform its rites in full except those whom Allah has granted good knowledge and healthy bodies. In addition, its superior horizons cannot be perceived except by those who have perfect faith, sound body, great heart,

Perhaps the most overwhelmed being on planet earth at this moment is the young Muslim. Think about it. You are the news. Every time you turn on the television, listen to the radio, surf the Net, all you see is news about you. Actual recent sample headlines range from “Prominent Islamic group launches inquiry into

Have you ever touched a bare electricity wire with wet hands? Have you ever put your hand on burning coals during a barbeque? Have you ever tasted thick bleach? Have you ever thought of why your answer to the above three questions is “no”? The reason why your answer to the above three questions is

A Purpose for Every Work There are essentially two component factors in any work which a man has to perform. The first thing is the purpose for which a work is done and the second thing is the particular shape of that work which is chosen to achieve that purpose. For instance, take the case

Every Ramadan, Muslim minorities all over the world start the month of Ramadan and end it with a sour taste, the taste of differing over when to start and when to finish. You may find in the same local town or city, a mosque that may fast with an Arab country, another one that may

If you ask most young people how they feel generally and how they feel within their families, the most common answer is ‘isolated’ ‘different’ ‘lonely’. What has happened to us that we have forgotten how to communicate with our kids! Are we just too busy to really listen to them? Have we forgotten how it

There is a nice statement worth mentioning on despotism, reasoning and free choice: “Despotism in opinion wastes the sane, and obliges the choosers”. When someone acts autocratically despite the fact of being surrounded by wise people, he will cancel their reasoning by such an act. Hence, despotism abolishes reasoning of wise people and turns the

As adults, we lose much of the simplicity we once knew as children. Islam is very simple; but as adults we make it seem so very complicated. The message of Islam has existed since the beginning of time, and its message is for all people. The message of Islam can be summed up as follows:

Whenever I think about Islam’s stance on freedom, I am shocked by the words of some Muslim thinkers who see freedom as a Western and liberal deviation that has no basis in Islam and does not agree with the spirit of religion. They wave in your face the verse “And I did not create the

It is easy for one to talk about righteous deeds and actions and all required steps to achieve them. Yet in today’s society and busy life and lack of time to focus, one may need more details and specific directions and activities to guide him through this great journey. This series on the topic of

Islam is more than a religion; it is a complete way of life. Nothing is too small or too big to be covered by the teachings of Islam. Rejoice and be happy, remain positive and be at peace. This is what Islam teaches us, through the Quran and the authentic teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace

Tips on how to boost your spirit during this longed-for month Ramadan.

Performing the prayer is a command of Allah. It is the most important pillar of Islam. It distinguishes between the believers and non-believers. Prayer is not an option; it is obligatory. It is not once or few times a week. But, it must be performed five times a day. All prophets of Almighty Allah merely

With the approach of Ramadan every year, how can a Muslim reap the benefit of the first night of Ramadan

What do we mean with living Islam with others. How this differs from using Islam against others

How can a Muslim understand his anger experience and what ways can he control the primal level of it and transform into positive energy.

This article aims to explore some questions regarding the growing phenomenon of pornography in the lives of some Muslim husbands.

Morals can either be classified as secular or religious. Secular morality tries to establish a moral system that is independent of God and religious faiths. In terms of motives for morality, various explanations have been given. One explanation is that people are ethical in pursuit of happiness or perfection. Another suggests that pressure by political

What were the special characteristics these illustrious and best women had and how can we follow in their footsteps?

Tips for the best manners to welcome the most anticipated guest Ramadan, and benefit from its fruits.

Mercy is a favor from Allah that He puts in the hearts of whomsoever He wills of His servants. Verily, Allah will have mercy on His servants who show mercy to others, as He is the Most Compassionate the Most Merciful. He loves the merciful and calls to mercy. He orders His servants to enjoin

The Battle of Badr was the first great battle in the history of Islam, and those who participated in it were granted honor and grace by Almighty Allah. There are many Qur’anic verses revealed with regard to the Battle of Badr, but what attracts attention are the first verses of Surat Al-Anfal (The Spoils of

The virtue of the last third of Ramadan and the importance of maximizing the period with several good deeds.

These are few questions on fasting and its ruling in Islam: 1-Until Dawn, One Can Eat, Drink and Have Intercourse: If someone has food in his mouth when Fajr is beginning, he should spit it out. If he is having intercourse (with his wife) at that time, he should immediately stop. If he does so,

What are the gates of paradise? Who will receive this great reward? Who will be able to defeat his evil desires more than anyone else?

Reasons for the weakness of Muslims in the current time and solutions.

Pleasures of this world are tangible and present, while delights of Paradise are unseen promises. People are readily influenced by what they can instantly see and know. It is hard for them to forgo something that is in front of them for the sake of something that is in the future, so how much harder

The list below include things that people do during their fasting day and do not invalidate their acts of fasting. 1-Pouring water over oneself and submersing oneself in water: Abu Bakr ibn `Abdurrahman reported from a number of companions that they had seen Allah’s Messenger pour water over his head while he was fasting due

1-The Days of `Eid: All scholars agree that such a fast is prohibited. It does not matter if the fast is obligatory or voluntary. `Umar testifies: “The Messenger of Allah has forbidden fasting on these two days. Concerning the `Eid of breaking the fast, it is for you to break your fast [of Ramadan]. On

The example of the Prophet, his Companions, and the earliest generation of Muslims in realizing the benefit of Ramadan

Tips and guidelines on how to maintain a balance life in Islam through its principles of moderation.

It’s never easy to stand when the storm hits… As soon as it starts raining, lightning shortly follows. Dark clouds replace the sun and all you can see are the waves of an ocean, once calm, surrounding you. No longer able to find your way, you reach out for help. You begin by calling the

Migration of the Prophet: Masterpiece of Thoughtful Planning On at least two occasions, the tribe of Quraysh planned to kill the Prophet but did not because of the fear of new bloodshed between them. Quraysh tribes, however, drew up a plan to kill the Prophet without the fear of reprisal. This proposal called for the