27 Nov 2015

INTERFAITH DIALOGUE AND THE QUR’AN

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Islam rights are of two kinds: the Divine rights and the Human rights. Divine rights include strong faith in the Lord and worshipping Him. Humanity is described as “Allah’s family” and thereby Human rights are sacred. The Quran whilst repeatedly telling the believers...

The Steps You Should Take on the road to Marriage

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Below is a reflection piece by Imam Khalif Latif on the best steps to take in order to get Married. It’s really tough for a lot of Muslims to get married these days. It’s that much tougher though when we don’t really have a clue of what we’re looking for in a marriage...

ISIS Does Not Define Islam

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ISIS (Islamic State in Iraq); a terrorist group whose ultimate goals are to 1). Establish a new Islamic caliphate across the Middle East 2.) Force Muslims to submit to Al-Baghdadi’s radical Islamic perspective, while implementing a high-stakes mentality. Al-Baghdadi...

Does Islam oppress women?

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No. On the contrary, Islam elevated the status of women 1400 years ago by giving them the right to divorce, the right to have financial independence and support, and the right to be identified as dignified women (Hijab) when in the rest of the world, including Europe,...

Was Islam spread by the sword?

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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...

Is Islam intolerant of other religious minorities?

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Islam recognizes the rights of the minority. To ensure their welfare and safety, Muslim rulers initiated a tax (Jazia) on them. Prophet Muhammad (P) forbade Muslim armies to destroy churches and synagogues. Caliph Umer did not even allow them to pray inside a church.  Jews...

What is the dress code for Muslims?

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Islam emphasizes modesty. No person should be perceived as a sex object. There are certain guidelines both for men and women that their dress should neither be too thin nor too tight to reveal body forms.  For men, they must at least cover the area from the knee...

Does Islam promote violence and terrorism?

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No. Islam is religion of peace and submission and stresses on the sanctity of human life. A verse in the Quran says, [Chapter 5, verse 32], that "anyone who saves one life, it is as if he has saved the whole of mankind and anyone who has killed another person (except...

What are the major Islamic festivals?

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Idul Fitre, marks the end of fasting in the month of Ramadan and is celebrated with public prayers, feasts and exchange of gifts. Idul Adha marks the end of the Hajj or the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. After the public prayers, those who can afford, sacrifice a lamb or...

What are the dietary prohibitions in Islam?

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Muslims are told in the Quran not to eat pork or pork products, meat of the animals who died before being slaughtered or the carnivorous animals (as they eat dead animals), nor drink blood or intoxicants such as wine or use any illicit drug...

Do Muslims worship Muhammad?

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No Muslims do not worship Muhammad (PBUH) or any other prophets. Muslims believe in all prophets including Adam, Noah, Abraham, David, Solomon, Moses and Jesus. Muslims believe that Muhammad (P) was the last of the prophets. They believe that God alone is to be worshiped,...

What do Muslims think of Jesus?

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It is sad that many Christians do not know that Jesus, peace be upon him, holds a very high position within Islam.  Unlike Orthodox Judaism, Islam considers Jesus to be the promised Messiah, a word from God, born of the Virgin Mary to bring a new covenant to the...

How should Muslims live with Jews & Christians?

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The Quran calls them "People of the Book", i.e., those who received Divine scriptures before Muhammad (P). Muslims are told to treat them with respect and justice and do not fight with them unless they initiate hostilities or ridicule their faith. The Muslims ultimate...

23 Nov 2015

10 Incredible Health Benefits of Fasting

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By: Dr. Biodun Awosusi | 11 Jul 2013 Many people observe fasting as a religious obligation but only few know the health benefits it has. Fasting is a good practice, if properly implemented. It promotes elimination of toxins from the body, reduces blood sugar ans fat...

Medical Benefits of Fasting (Ramadan)

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Most Submitters (Muslims) do not fast because of medical benefits but because it has been ordained to them in the Quran. The medical benefits of fasting are as a result of fasting. Fasting in general has been used in medicine for medical reasons including weight management,...

The spiritual and health benefits of Ramadan fasting

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At the onset of Ramadan Muslims all over the world start fasting from dawn to dusk daily for 30 days as ordained in Quran. "O you who believe fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you so that you can learn Taqwa" (Quran 2:183) The Arabic word...

Allah - The One and The Only God

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Allah - The One and The Only God This name is considered as 'the greatest' name of Allah and THE most unique name of Allah. Some scholars like Ibn-Al-Qayyim say that the word 'Allah' comes from Al-ilaah. Al in Arabic means 'the' and ilaah means God so it means THE...

How To spend the Last 10 Nights of Ramadan productively

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Some Powerful Tips for the Last 10 Nights Do not let your 'performance' until now affect your last 10 days. The moment of forgiveness could be today or anytime in the coming days! It is not all lost! If you sincerely wish it could have been better - Chin up and get...

Top 4 incredible health benefits of fasting in Ramadan

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The month of Ramadan is a period of fasting, sacrifice, giving, piousness and self-training with the hope that these qualities will extend beyond this month and stay with us throughout the year. Indeed, the essence of fasting in Ramadan is spiritual. Nevertheless, this...

16 Nov 2015

Allah - The One and The Only God

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Allah - The One and The Only God This name is considered as 'the greatest' name of Allah and THE most unique name of Allah.Some scholars like Ibn-Al-Qayyim say that the word 'Allah' comes from Al-ilaah. Al in Arabic means 'the' and ilaah means God so it means THE God.  It...

7 Nov 2015

12 Foods Which Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) liked And Their Benefits

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1. Barley ( Jau):Good in fever, while use in a soup form. 2. Dates:The Prophet (صلى الله عليه واله وسلم) said that a house without dates has no food. It should also be eaten at the time of childbirth. 3. Figs:It is a fruit from paradise and a cure for...

Is Jesus God? (part 4 of 4)

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27. The Bible says twice that Jesus was accused of being God, but he denied it According to the Bible, on only two instances the Jews opposed Jesus on the basis that he pretended to be God or equal with God. Had Jesus, may the mercy of God be upon him, claimed to...

Is Jesus God? (part 3 of 4)

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14. The Bible says that Jesus is subordinate to God 1 Corinthians 11:3 “Now I want you to realize that the head of every man is Christ, and the head of the woman is man, and the head of Christ is God.” 1 Corinthians 15:28 “When he has done this, then the son himself...

Is Jesus God? (part 2 of 4)

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7. The Bible says that the disciples did not believe Jesus was God The Acts of the Apostles in the Bible details the activity of the disciples over a period of thirty years after Jesus, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, was raised to heaven. Throughout...

Is Jesus God? (part 1 of 4)

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1. The Bible Says that God is not Man The Bible says: Numbers 23:19 "God is not a man…" Hosea 11:9 "...For I am God, and not man..." Jesus is called a man many times in the Bible: John 8:40 "…a man who has told you the truth…" Acts 2:22 "Jesus the Nazarene,...

Where is the “Christ” in “Christianity?”

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Religious scholars have long attributed the tenets of Christian faith more to Paul’s teachings than to those of Jesus. But as much as I would like to jump into that subject, I think it best to back up and take a quick, speculative look at the Old Testament. The Old...

5 Nov 2015

Repentance: If Not In Ramadan, Then When?

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“The month of Ramadhan [is that] in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion. So whoever sights [the new moon of] the month, let him fast it; and whoever is ill or on a journey – then an equal number of other...