What is the Sunnah? (part 2 of 2): The Sunnah in Islamic Law
A brief article outlining what constitutes the Sunnah, and its role in Islamic Law. Part Two: How the Sunnah differs from the Quran, and the position of the Sunnah in Islamic Law.
Women’s Rights in Islam
Over fourteen hundred years ago, Islam gave women rights that women in the West have only recently began to enjoy.
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
Muslims believe that Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the final Prophet in a long chain of Prophets sent to call the people to the obedience and worship of God alone (‘Allah’ in Arabic). Some of these Prophets include Adam, Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, David, Solomon and Jesus (peace be upon them all).
Why Should Muhammad Be The Final Prophet?
From the time of Muhammad's prophethood conditions in the world have been conducive to the transmission of God's message to all civilizations, making the appointment of additional prophets unnecessary.
Beginners Guide to the Quran (part 1 of 3)
A three-part lesson for beginners focusing on basic issues they face when approaching the Quran. Part 1: With regards to what is the Quran, its organization, major themes and style of presentation.
The Muslims Equal Islam Argument
Islam is a religious tradition that is 1439 years old. Those who believe in the teachings of Islam are called Muslims. Islam is the religion while Muslims are individuals who attempt follow Islam. Islam started in Arabia and spread throughout the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and parts of Europe.
Diversity in Islam
The Qur’ān highlights the importance of human diversity: O mankind, We have created you male and female, and appointed you races and tribes, that you may know one another. Surely the noblest among you in the sight of God is the most God-fearing of you. God is All-knowing, All-aware (Qur’ān 49:13).
The Story of the Quran
What is the Quran? How Quran was revealed, memorized and written down. How the words of God came to be compiled into a book.The origin of the Quran we hold in our hands today.
The Verses in the Quran That Mention Future Events Which Later Came to Pass
At that time, it was hard to imagine that the Romans would defeat the Persians, but the Quran foretold that the Romans would be victorious within three to nine years.
The virtues of Hijab
The hijab is an act of obedience to Allah and to his Prophet sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam, Allah says in the Qur'an.
what is Islam? (part1): the core of Islam
The main message of Islam is the same basic message in all revealed religions, as they are all are from the same source, and the reasons for disparity found between religions.