The Inception of the Sunni-Shi’i (Shia) Divide
It is widely known that the Sunni-Shi’i (Shia) divide occurred over Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib’s succession to the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, (p). The real divide, however, not succession directly.
Foreign Policy of Islam: Peace or War?
Does Islam enact enmity against non-Muslims? Is the rule in Islam for any non-Muslim to either take up Islam or else the sword (war)? This write-up discusses what are the ground rules of Islam on this topic.
Qur’anic Misinterpreted Verses
The interpretation of the verses of the Qur’an is normally made with reference to the historical, grammatical and thematic aspects of the verses.
Reflections on the Islamic Penal Law – A Clear Look at Islam –
The spirit and essence of Islamic Law in its severe penalty is to save lives, stop corruption, disallow mischief, serve justice, build a safer society and apply little or no penalty.
Five Nobilities Islam Shares with the World
Freedom of Belief; Mercy; Justice and Ihssan (charitable acts above and beyond justice); Inner-self Purification, Tazkiyah; and Obtaining Knowledge (Ilm) and Practicing Wisdom (Al-Hikmah)
Early History of Islam – A Refreshing Look at the Sirah (Biography of the Prophet Muhammad)
Arabs before Islam were people who possessed certain distinguished virtues, such as loyalty, boldness and generosity. Arabia had tribal organizations and literary clubs. They were highly eloquent in the Arabic language, making poetry an integrated part their lifestyle.
Innovations: An Integral Part of Muslim’s Life
Inventions are an integral part of human existence and therefore of Islam. Creativities in providing solutions are only responses to the commands of Allah and the teachings of Islam.
Wisdom (al-Hikmah)
Al-Hikmah or wisdom means a total insight and having sound judgment concerning a matter or situation through understanding cause and effect phenomena. Al-Hikmah constitutes one of the three major teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Planning in Islam
The setting of goals, making plans and designing strategies to assure the accomplishment of objectives are all Islamic Sunnah.
Womanhood Status Reform in Islam A Historical Perspective
Flipping through the pages of history in search of information about the treatment of women, one would not find much justice, even though they constitute one half the world population, and play a crucial role for man and society.
The Sunnah of Careful Consideration (al-Tathabbut)
The Sunnah of al-Tathabbut is the investigative and study approach to taking an action or resolving a problem.
The Sunnah of Itqan (Precision)
The Arabic word itqan is used to indicate the level of quality work. Today more than ever before, the concerned Muslim cannot afford setbacks or failure in his or her task. The following discussion is an attempt to bring out the Islamic view on quality work and optimal performance.
Al-Tazkiyah (Inner-Self Purification) – The Gate to Prosperity
Learn about the school of spiritual health and morality, al Tazkiyah, or the purification of the heart. Virtues of compassion, mercy, generosity, piousness, trustworthiness and more are consequential virtues of tazkiyah.
The Lunar Dates and the Unity of the Muslims
Deciding the lunar dates to coordinate the Islamic festivities to bring about unification during these events has been a point of sore, and sometimes contention for the Muslims of North America.
Where Lies The Right Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad
The correct way to figure the authentic Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him, PBUH is to understand the way he successfully weights, fashion and manage his work originating from his era’s sociopolitical, cultural and technological aspects.
Relationships and Forgiveness
Accountability in relationships and the forgiveness of people make a sound and beautiful argument that are certain to eliminate many of man’s relational problems.
The Shatter of God-Given Rights to Safety Security and Peace
Living in peace, security, and safety is sacred in Islam. The Qur’an, the holy book of Muslims, named this God-given gift of the right to security, al-Amn. Moreover, the Qur’an implements elements of harmony and protection in promoting dynamic change in societies without violence.
