The Holy Quran

Hajj is a divine ordinance that brings to the Muslim nation the need and importance of unity.

Those whom Allah favored to perform Hajj and `Umrah, should be thankful to Allah, Glorified and Exalted be He, Who has chosen them from among His servants to perform these acts of worship, and they should implore Almighty Allah to accept their good deeds. That is very important, for it reflects their belief that being

How to protect yourself from the whispers of Satan? How to repel his continuous attempts to ensnare you? How to guard your faith against his malicious tricks? Imam Ibn Al-Qayyim recommends the following ten shields in your ceaseless war with Satan:     1. Seeking refuge with Allah from Satan. Allah the Most High says,    

Khutbah of 'Eid is a source of inspiration but it gets squeezed in between salah and celebration.

Muslims must make greater efforts to understand tawheed - worshipping Almighty Allah alone.

Repentance (Tawbah ) means that one feels regret and filled with remorse for his or her sins.

This article is about the benefits of the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah.

Tips on the best ways to explore the virtues of Dhul-Hijjah and benefit from the special favors Allah bestowed in this month.

For any deed to be accepted from an Islamic perspective, it has to meet certain criteria: it should be both righteous and sincere. Allah the Almighty says in His Ever-Glorious Qur’an: [whoever expects to meet his Lord, let him work righteousness, and, in the worship of his Lord, admit no one as partner] (Al-Kahf 18:110).

The meaning of the verse and its lessons while explaining the context of Uhud battle, the experience of Muslims in this battle and its scenes.

Tips to read and reflect on the verses of Qur'an that explained the animal ritual sacrifice offered during the Eid celebration of Adha

The moral and religious lessons from the eventful story of Ibrahim and Ismail and their struggles in protecting and guarding their faith

The conviction of Muslims about Islam and the ethics of Muslims in establishing the truth of Islam explained through this article.

Surat Yusuf is a single, complete unit with a clear Makkan character reflected in its subject matter, message, and ambience.

The Qur’an was being revealed to the Prophet (May the peace and blessing of Allah be upon him) in a piecemeal, i.e., piece by piece over a period of twenty-three (23) years. This is for certain wisdom mentioned in the Qur’an by Allah, the Most High, “And (it is) a Qur’an which We have divided

Every event that happens to the Muslim has one sort or another of goodness in it. Allah states that even events that seem to be unfavorable..

Here is the list of the five things that the Noble Qur'an demands from every Muslim. They forms the obligations that Muslims owe the Qur'an.

Certain basic states and attitudes of the heart and mind are necessary prerequisites to any fruitful relationship with the Qur’an. Develop them as much as you can. Make them part of your consciousness, keep them ever-alive and active. Integrate them in your actions. Let them penetrate the depth of your being. Without the help of

One of the objectives of Qur'anic stories is to infuse Muslims with a spirit of endurance and to raise their morale.

Ubayy bin Ka’b was one of the chosen few companions of the Prophet (Pbuh) who transcribed the Qur'anic revelations and had his own Mus-haf.

When Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) was nearly 40, he had been wont to pass long hours in retirement meditating and speculating over all aspects of creation around him. This meditative temperament helped to widen the mental gap between him and his compatriots. He used to provide himself with simple food and

It is a common allegation by Christians that the Qur’an is a mere copy of the Bible; that Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) simply plagiarized “his” book from the pages of the Bible. It is true that Prophet Muhammad received the Qur’an AFTER the Bible came into existence; and it is also

A Sikh friend of mine was given some literature to read. While reading it, he raised this objection: “You say that Allah speaks to the prophets and through these special people He sent a universal way of life for all mankind. The question is, why is such an important way of life prescribed in this

Learn how Islam require from the followers, after having Iman (faith) in Allah, to persevere after Ramadan and be steadfast

Whenever we are in any difficulty, the above verse inspires us to patiently persevere in our efforts and place our full hope and trust in Allah

Believers’ notion of forgiveness is very different to that of those who do not live by the morals of the Qur’an.

Tips on how to make a good use of the last ten days of Ramadan with family

The article covers the importance of reading Qur'an, engaging in voluntary prayer and other several acts of Ibadah during the month of Ramadan.

One of the benefits of memorizing the Qur'an is that it does exercise the "memory muscles" and comes in very handy for other life skills

Eid Al-Fitr is a day of thanksgiving, gratefulness and jubilation, as it signifies the successful completion of the sacred month of Ramadan

An explanation to the way Muslims can conduct themselves, their thoughts and decisions in compliance only with the Qur'an.

Some useful advice on how one could spend the last ten days of Ramadan, especially as these days are very special in the life of every Muslim

This night marked the beginning of the revelation of the Qur'an to Prophet, an event unparalleled in the history of humankind

Merits of the Glorious Qur’an The most important virtue of the Glorious Qur’an is that it is the Word of Allah Most High, Who describes His Book, saying: [And this is a book, which We have sent down.] (Al-An`am 6:92) and [Verily this Qur’an doth guide to that which is most right.] (Al-Israa’ 17:9) Ibn

Spiritual health is as important, if not more, as the physical and mental health. What is the functions of Spiritual health?

Some stations that a Muslim has to stop with in order to achieve his objectives in Ramadan

Patience, the focus of about two hundred verses of the Qur'an, and referred to indirectly in many others, may be termed the Qur'an core subject

The Qur'an defines the true meaning of (Sabr) Patience, its advantages, characteristics and categories, through many verses.

Here are some tips from which you can improve your recitation of the Quran and become fluent. Have a look.

Both fasting and recitation of the Qur'an in Ramadan act as intercessors with Almighty Allah for the true believer who observes them

Showing off is dispraised both in the Qur’an and in the Sunnah. In the Qur’an, Allah the Almighty says, [So woe to the worshippers who are neglectful of their Prayers; those who (want but) to be seen (of men).] (Al-Ma`un 107: 4-6) And in the Sunnah, it was reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings

The concept of Taqwa in Islam and the value it adds to fasting in the month of Ramadan and other pillars of Islam.

Let’s reflect upon five lessons gained by reading Surat Yusuf that can serve as an inspiration to persist in the face of adversity

The Qur'an reforms the character and remolds it into a new form that is loved by Allah.

This article outlines the connection between Ramadan and frequent reading of the Qur’an. It shows some ways to connect with Qur'an.

The article highlights some points that prove the authenticity of the Muhammad's prophethood.

The article examines the falsification tests of the noble Qur'an. Through the tests the Quran offers something that makes it stands out.

The incident of the elephant took place in Al-Muharram 882 according to the Roman Calendar.

The real certainty about the truthfulness of the Qur’an is evident in the confidence that is prevalent throughout it.

The real certainty about the truthfulness of the Qur’an is evident in the confidence that is prevalent throughout it.

The real purpose of the revelation of the Qur’an is to encourage people to ponder on crucial issues as the creation and purpose of life..

The Qur'anic words are considered sublime. Allah challenged the Arabs to produce a literary work of a similar calibre like the Qur'an

Fourteen centuries ago, Allah sent down the Qur’an to mankind as a book of guidance. He called upon people to be guided to the truth

The Qur'an's lack of any internal contradiction and discrepancy also shows that it is from Allah and is immune to change.

The article introduces the best and proper way to approach the Quran and benefit from its lessons, values and teachings.

This paper examines the nature and parameters of the normative relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims. It is based mainly on an attempt to understand the Qur’an in its own textual and historical context.

Botanical research by Muslim scholars can be traced back to the second year after Hijrah (7th century AD) when a keen interest developed into the medicinal and agricultural aspects of the floral kingdom

The way of the Prophets of Allah in the face of life challenges. These ways are in form of advice that Allah gave to Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him).

In all the stories of the Qur'an, there is a lesson for people to derive, not just a narration or a mere tale-telling

Can the Qur’an, 1,400 years later, be a living, relevant force, as powerful for us now as it was then?

Surahs of the Qur'an have also been classified, according to their origin, into Makkan and Madinan surahs

Through the frequent follow-up and permanent observation, committing the Qur’an to one’s heart can be kept free from forgetting

The Qur’an remains today exactly as it was revealed more than 14 centuries ago and contains the exact Words of Allah

A handwritten manuscript of the opening verses of the Qur’an The human mind “can operate only on the basis of perceptions previously experienced by that very mind, either in their entirety, or in some of their constituent elements.”1 In other words, we cannot form a clear idea of something that happens entirely outside the realm

The meaning that only those who are purified can touch it in the words of Allah the Almighty: {Indeed, it is a noble Qur’ān.* In a Register well-protected* None touch it except the purified} (Al-Waqi’ah 77-79) The imams agreed on the prohibition of touching the Qur’an or carrying it in the event of impurity, and

Some four years ago, the Atlanta Journal published an article challenging the authenticity of the Qur’an. While Muslim intellectuals and activists dismissed the attack as naïve and inauthentic, the Minaret and the Muslim Observer published several lengthy articles analysing the Atlanta Journal article point by point. The papers concluded that the attacks on the legitimacy

The precise and clear Quranic statement amazes you, in the minutes of its words and the depth of its choices. This shows a clear indication of the specialization of each word in it with a precise meaning, which is distinguished from others in the context – the light and brightness in the Noble Qur’an. If

The article responds to the question if Muhammad (Pbuh) copied some of the Qur'an chapters from the Bible?

Certainly has Allah heard the speech of the one who argues [i.e., pleads] with you, [O Muḥammad], concerning her husband.