Essays On Islam

This booklet by Dr. Maurice Bucaille has been in circulation for the past nineteen years and has been a very effective tool in presenting Islam to non-Muslims as well as introducing Muslims to aspects of the scientific miracle of the Qur’an. It is based on a transcription of a lecture given by Dr. Bucaille in […]

Islamic mysticism, also known as Sufism, focuses on the Quranic descriptions of special powers. It is a philosophical path where individuals attempt to connect with nature and experience the divine power of Allah. Those who adhere to Sufi beliefs are referred to as Sufis. The term Sufi originates from the Arabic term ‘Suf’, meaning wool. […]

On december 2011, Tawakkol Karman was awarded the Nobel peace price for her great efforts and struggles to maintain peace on a global scale. She addresses her speech to mankind, and in particular the audience present at her ceremony. Throughout the speech Karman sets one’s sight on the violence, corruption and injustice spread all over […]

Muslim teachings on wealth and poverty have been covered in the Qur;an, The Qur’an states that all items on earth belong to Allah and that you do not really own the money you possess on earth. It also warns of Allah having no love for those” given to excess” (Surah 5:90) and this is a […]

The idea of a religious encounter involves an individual making direct contact with a “higher being” linked to God and undergoing feelings of awe, understanding, sanctity, and profundity. There are two possible ways to understand the event: experimental and propositional. The former allows the experience to speak for itself, while the latter derives definitive propositions […]

The text underscores the significance of redemption’s history and the role played by divine messengers. These messengers, such as Muhammad, have been dispatched by God to provide guidance to humanity. However, humans frequently disregard or misinterpret their messages. The ministry of Muhammad and the teachings in the Qur’an are regarded as God’s ultimate decree, making […]

The basic map of conveying beliefs and cultural values was performed by the seniors and the educational establishments before the development of information engineering. Through media, these values are transferred to the general populace which includes kids, grownups. World is turning in to a planetary small town and people from different background and political orientations […]

Literally, Sunnah means a clear way or a beaten path but it has besides been used to connote normative pattern, or an constituted class of behavior. It may be a good illustration or a bad, and it may be set by an person, a religious order or a community. In pre-Islamic Arabia, the Arabs used […]

In Mecca, Saudi Arabia on March 11th, 2002, a tragic incident occurred when a fire broke out in a girls’ school. Firemen and concerned citizens swiftly arrived at the scene, only to be shocked by the religious police’s decision to lock the schoolgirls inside the burning building. This decision was made out of fear that […]

Calligraphy is the art of writing letters and word with decorative strokes. It is a type of visual art. (buffaloah) It was used to decorate buildings, swords or armor. Most of the written decorations were verses from the Qur’an. Early Muslims looked at the artistry of calligraphy as a religious expression. It was a primary […]

The groundwork of every scientific theory is the conviction that similar outcomes are produced under identical circumstances. The crux of engineering and technology revolves around building, improving, and creating systems, structures, methodologies etc., for the betterment of human life. This objective is realized by applying practical wisdom and scientific discoveries to components and energies created […]

“In many Muslim societies, for example in traditional South East Asia, or in Bedouin lands a face veil for women is either rare or non-existent; paradoxically, modern fundamentalism is introducing it”, writes Ibrahim B. Syed, Ph.D. In the name of Allah the most Beneficent, the Most Merciful Literally, Hijab means “a veil”, “curtain”, “partition” or […]

Both Jesus and the Quran teach about God/Allah’s expectations for humanity. They agree that those who ask will receive from God, and that faithful followers of God will be granted eternal life. However, only Jesus gives guidance on how to treat opponents and unbelievers, which is not addressed in the Quran. Both the Quran and […]

Education is an invaluable treasure that cannot be stolen, and a delightful pleasure that cannot be owned. It is the most valuable wealth one can acquire in this world and an essential necessity in the modern society. Education is a wealth that brings contentment and safeguards individuals from ruin. Esteemed teachers, judges, and beloved sisters, […]

Introduction The Surah 55 is a pivotal part of the Quran which explores the notion of free will and its implications for humanity and jinn. It highlights Allah’s role as the creator of both entities, granting them the ability to exercise their own choices and follow through with actions. Moreover, this Surah serves as a […]

Terrorism is critically considered as a pandemic disease where life and property of every citizen of the global population is always threatened. Every government from poor and rich countries condemns terrorism at the most literal meaning of hatred and defiance. Terrorism is viewed as the ultimate ill of society where a few barbaric men attempts […]

Is the war on terrorism the right strategy? Introduction War on terrorism, what is it? Budget for the war on terror. Reaction. Conclusion. The world has changed since September 11. It was not only a concern for Americans, but it also became a global concern as well. The American government declared a war on terrorism […]

These are unquestionably bold claims, and while some agree that al Qaeda is weaker than it was in 2001 , pointing to its reduced capability to perform terrorist operations and washed-out senior leadership as confirmation, others claim that al Qaeda is in fact stronger today than when It carried out the 9/1 1 attacks. Both […]

During a catastrophic, historic event, people often try to find meaning behind it and look towards their own faith for unanswered questions. Bruce Lincoln book “Holy Terrors” shows amidst a horrific catastrophe where that line of politics and religion can be drawn between parties, and how one’s interpretation of events can be skewed when maximal’s […]

On September 11, 2001, America witnessed a shocking terrorist attack. The al Qaeda group deliberately crashed two hijacked airplanes at the World Trade Centre, resulting in the death of 3000 individuals. The attack caused destruction of crucial infrastructure that would have contributed to the country’s productivity levels. This led to negative impacts on transportation and […]

The objective of the war on terror was to eradicate extremist Islamic organizations that were rebelling against the US and its allies, most notably al-Qaeda, which claimed responsibility for various worldwide terrorist attacks. The US utilized legal, military, and political tactics as part of their strategy. Their efforts centered around targeting terrorist hideouts in the […]

Husaam Bin Ladin led Al Qaeda in executing and organizing the September 11th 2001 attacks, which targeted America’s stock exchange center, the Pentagon, and Pennsylvania on the same day. The first targets were the twin towers of the American stock exchange center. The north tower was crashed into at 8:45 am, followed by a second […]