Islamic doctrine holds that human existence continues after the death of the human body in the form of spiritual and physical resurrection. There is a direct relation between conduct on earth and the life beyond. The afterlife will be one of rewards and punishments which is commensurate with earthily conduct.
The prophet referred to the most in the Qur'an, both personally and in terms of his people, is Prophet Moses. Verses provide very detailed information concerning this noble prophet, his struggle alongside his brother Aaron against Pharaoh and the wicked behaviour of his people…
Dr. Laurence B. Brown speaks in this video about the purpose of our creation and about who created us and how we should serve Him. He also touches upon the Darwinist belief and clarifies its falseness.
The first part of this testimony states that Allah has the exclusive right to be worshipped inwardly and outwardly, by one’s heart and limbs. In Islamic doctrine, not only can no one be worshipped apart from Him, absolutely no one else can be worshipped along with Him. He has no partners or associates in worship. Worship, in its comprehensive sense and all its aspects, is for Him alone.
We present this Special Folder to our readers to know more about the most remarkable man that ever walked on the face of this earth, prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
When Prophet Muhammad was around forty years of age he started to spend time in deep reflection. The love of seclusion was bestowed upon him via vivid good dreams. He would go to the cave known as Hira' to worship the One God and contemplate life and the universe. One night during Ramadan, Angel Gabriel came to him…
In this series of videos brother Wisam Shrieff explains how to pronounce the supplications mentioned in the Qur'an and gives the English translation of these supplications so that they memorized easily.
How does the Qur’an relate to every and each aspect of our life? What does a heavenly book have to do with relationships, social systems? How could we return back to our true nature as humans?
In this video, Sheikh Usamah Adh-Dhahabi speaks about the meaning of the Sunnah and the necessity to follow the Prophet in all his actions and sayings. He also warns of the dangers in adopting religious innovations mistakenly thinking there is nothing wrong with them.
How does the Qur’an relate to every and each aspect of our life? What does a heavenly book have to do with relationships, social systems? How could we return back to our true nature as humans?
When Prophet Muhammad was around forty years of age he started to spend time in deep reflection. The love of seclusion was bestowed upon him via vivid good dreams. He would go to the cave known as Hira' to worship the One God and contemplate life and the universe. One night during Ramadan, Angel Gabriel came to him…
Islam signifies the subjection of all activities in all walks of life to the Law of God Almighty, and leaving nothing to the whims and fancies of anyone else.
Fasting is not purely intended for deprivation of food and drink and lawful sexual relations. In fact, fasting serves other purposes as well, such as uplifting the spirit of a fasting believer and giving him or her self-restraint and control over vain desires. To know more about the secrets of fasting, watch this lecture by Sheikh Yasir Birjas.
This year's reflections will be on the lives of scholars. Living up to the objectives of fasting requires that we be in the Company of the Righteous. This is where the title of the series comes from. Sheikh Ahmed Saad has chosen ten great scholars each of whom is known as an icon of a specific science. In this episode, Sheikh Ahmed Saad looks into the life of Sibawayh.
we would like to present a beautiful du`a' of Sh. Muhammad Jebril of Cairo, Egypt - said at the completion of his recitation of the Quran in Ramadan - accompanied by an English translation.
So, what do you know about the sound heard five times a day around the world; how was it introduced into Islam and who was the first to suggest the call?
Fasting from sunrise until sunset for 30 days certainly has a physical impact. Watch this video in which Dr. Noreen A. Kassem discusses what happens to your body during a fast.
Are women inferior to men? How can understand verse 34 of Surat al-Nisaa'? What about wife beating? How did the Prophet deal with his wives? Did the Prophet ever beat them? Watch Yusuf Estes answering these questions and more.
How does Islam perceive April Fool’s Day? Can Muslims celebrate this day playing pranks on others - just for fun? Do such celebrations have a room in Islam, and why?
How much and how often do we keep our minds on money, position, worldly pleasures and satisfaction? Does and should that longing have an end? How? What does Islam say about that?
God created man to live in harmony with other aspects of His creation not to waste or misuse them. See how God’s custodian on earth has to fulfill this responsibility…
Why under Islamic law does the male inherit twice as much as the female? Does this apply to all cases of inheritance? What is the wisdom behind such divisions? Could this be unjust and discriminatory?
With no husband, no children, no family, no friends, and no job Aminah stood firm to only earn the love of God. How did she make it? What strength did back her?
Spend some time reflecting on the Prophet's Night Journey and Ascension—Israa' and Mi`raj—which are remembered on 27 Rajab. Imagine yourself accompanying him on that miraculous journey.
How indescribable the feeling of submitting oneself to God, of being a sincere worshipper and servant of Him, sister Lauren passionately explains, disclosing how..