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 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2007
Does Islam promote polygamy?
No, polygamy in Islam is permission not an injunction. Historically,
all the prophets except Jesus, who was not married, had more than one wife. For
Muslim men to have more than one wife is a permission which is given to them in
the Quran, not to satisfy lust, but for the welfare of the widows and the
orphans of the wars. In the pre-Islamic period, men used to have many wives. ... >> Click Here For Full Article...
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2007
What is the Qur'aan?
It is the final revelation of the will of Almighty God's to all of
mankind, which was conveyed through the Angel Gabriel, in Arabic, to the Prophet
Muhammad in its sounds, words and meanings. The Qur'aan, sometimes spelled
Koran, was relayed to the Prophet's companions, which they memorized verbatim,
and which has been publicly and continually recited by them and their successors
until the present day. In short, the Qur'aan ...>> Click Here For Full Article...
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
Who are the Muslims?
The Arabic word "Muslim" literally means "someone who submits to the
will of God". The message of Islam is meant for the entire world and anyone who
accepts this message becomes a Muslim. Some people mistakenly believe that Islam
is just a religion for Arabs, but nothing could be further from the truth, since
in actuality over 80% of the world's Muslims are not Arabs! Even though most
Arabs are ... >> Click Here For Full Article...
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
What do Muslims think of Jesus? (Peace be upon him)
Muslims think highly of Jesus (Peace be upon him) and his worthy mother,
Mary. The Quran tells us that Jesus was born of a miraculous birth without a
father. "Lo! The likeness of Jesus with Allah is the likeness of Adam. He
created him of dust, and then He said unto him: Be and he is" (Quran 3.59). He
was given many miracles as a prophet. These include speaking soon after ...>> Click Here For Full Article...
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
What are the pillars of Islam?
There are five major pillars of Islam which are the articles of
faith. These pillars are 1) the belief (Iman) in one God and that Muhammad
(Peace be upon him) is His messenger, 2) prayer (Salat) which are prescribed
five times a day, 3) fasting (Siyam) which is required in the month of Ramadan,
4) charity (Zakat) which is the poor-due on the wealth of the rich and 5) hajj
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
Will the good actions of the non-believers be wasted?
No. The Quran clearly says that, "anyone who has an atom's worth of
goodness will see it and anyone who has done an atom's worth of evil will also
see it" (Quran 99:7-8). By that it is meant that those who are non- believers
but have done good will be rewarded in this world for their good deed. On the
other hand, those who do good if they are Muslims, they ... >> Click Here For Full Article...
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
What is the Islamic Year?
The Islamic year started from the migration (Hijra) of Prophet
Muhammad (P) from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD. It is a lunar year of 354 days. The
first month is called Muharram. 1996 AD is in Islamic year 1416 AH.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
What is Sharia?
Sharia is the comprehensive Muslim law derived form two sources, a)
the Quran b) the Sunnah or traditions of Prophet Muhammad (P). It covers every
aspect of daily individual and collective living. The purpose of Islamic laws is
protection of individuals' basic human rights to include right to life,
property, political and religious freedom and safeguarding the rights of women
and minorities. The low crime rate in Muslim societies is ... >> Click Here For Full Article...
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
Was Islam spread by the sword?
According to the Quran, "There is no compulsion in religion" (2:256),
thus, no one can be forced to become a Muslim. While it is true that in many
places where Muslim armies went to liberate people or the land, they did carry
the sword as that was the weapon used at that time. However, Islam did not
spread by the sword because in many places where there are Muslims now, in ... >> Click Here For Full Article...
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2007
What is "Islamic Fundamentalism"?
What is "Islamic Fundamentalism"? There is no concept of
"Fundamentalism" in Islam. The western media has coined this term to brand those
Muslims who wish to return to the basic fundamental principles of Islam and
mould their lives accordingly. Islam is a religion of moderation and a
practicing God fearing Muslim can neither be a fanatic nor an extremist.
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