The Qur’an gives the name as Ahmad, one of several ways to say Muhammad's name. Just as we have in English the name Joseph, and often use a shorter form such as

The Qur’an gives the name as Ahmad, one of several ways to say Muhammad's name. Just as we have in English the name Joseph, and often use a shorter form such as "Joe" or the familiar form, "Joey," More »

What is meant by the miraculous nature of the Qur’an? How is the Qur’an different from other divine books?

What is meant by the miraculous nature of the Qur’an? How is the Qur’an different from other divine books?

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This series of articles proposes to refute the anti-Semitic doctrines propounded by religious and political extremists, and to examine the Qur'anic references which are cited in support of these pernicious interpretations. Further, this series will document the abundance of laudatory references to Israelites, Jews, Hebrew prophets, and the Torah found throughout the Qur'an which inform and illuminate Islamic history and teachings.

This series of articles proposes to refute the anti-Semitic doctrines propounded by religious and political extremists, and to examine the Qur'anic references which are cited in support of these pernicious interpretations. Further, this series will document the abundance of laudatory references to Israelites, Jews, Hebrew prophets, and the Torah found throughout the Qur'an which inform and illuminate Islamic history and teachings.

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No one should neglect Tarawih without a good reason, for it is part of physical and spiritual training. Besides, there are spiritual rewards awaiting the observers of this prayer. No one would like to leave the masjid before the prayer is over.

No one should neglect Tarawih without a good reason, for it is part of physical and spiritual training. Besides, there are spiritual rewards awaiting the observers of this prayer. No one would like to leave the masjid before the prayer is over.

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Why should I pursue worldly knowledge if it does not benefit me in the Hereafter? If such studies stand in the way of getting closer to God, then why does Islam back and call for pursing them?

Why should I pursue worldly knowledge if it does not benefit me in the Hereafter? If such studies stand in the way of getting closer to God, then why does Islam back and call for pursing them?

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If we say that sins are dangerous, then belittling sins and taking them lightly is more dangerous than sinning itself. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) warned us against taking sins lightly because, doing so, sins will become an inherent habit in us and we will have no problem insisting on them. This […]

If we say that sins are dangerous, then belittling sins and taking them lightly is more dangerous than sinning itself. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) warned us against taking sins lightly because, doing so, sins will become an inherent habit in us and we will have no problem insisting on them. This […]

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Abu Ad-Darda’ was one of the righteous Companions of the Prophet that his words are precious lessons on the true teachings of Islam; the religion and way of life.

Abu Ad-Darda’ was one of the righteous Companions of the Prophet that his words are precious lessons on the true teachings of Islam; the religion and way of life.

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Abu Ad-Darda’ was one of the righteous Companions of the Prophet that his words are precious lessons on the true teachings of Islam; the religion and way of life.

Abu Ad-Darda’ was one of the righteous Companions of the Prophet that his words are precious lessons on the true teachings of Islam; the religion and way of life.

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Al-Battani's reputation as a premier mathematician and astronomer has reached far beyond the Islamic borders, still what do we know about him?

Al-Battani's reputation as a premier mathematician and astronomer has reached far beyond the Islamic borders, still what do we know about him?

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What is the purpose of life? If you have never asked yourself this question before, you have to ask yourself this question now.

What is the purpose of life? If you have never asked yourself this question before, you have to ask yourself this question now.

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