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Muslims are Fundamentalists and Terrorists
2007-12-01 13:31:00
Question:Why are most of the Muslims fundamentalists and terrorists?Answer:This question is often hurled at Muslims, either directly or indirectly, during any discussion on religion or world affairs. Muslim stereotypes are perpetuated in every form of the media accompanied by gross misinformation about Islam and Muslims. In fact, such misinformation and false propaganda often leads to discrimination and acts of violence against Muslims. A case in point is the anti-Muslim campaign in the American media following the Oklahoma bomb blast, where the press was quick to declare a ?Middle Eastern conspiracy? behind the attack. The culprit was later identified as a soldier from the American Armed Forces.Let us analyze this allegation of ?fundamentalism? and ?terrorism?:1. Definition of the word ?fundamentalist?A fundamentalist is a person who follows and adheres to the fundamentals of the doctrine or theory he is following. For a person to be a good doctor, he should know, follow, and pra...
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Was Islam Spread By Sword ?
2007-12-01 13:31:00
Question:How can Islam be called the religion of peace when it was spread by the sword?Answer:It is a common complaint among some non-Muslims that Islam would not have millions of adherents all over the world, if it had not been spread by the use of force. The following points will make it clear, that far from being spread by the sword, it was the inherent force of truth, reason and logic that was responsible for the rapid spread of Islam.1. Islam means peace.Islam comes from the root word ?salaam?, which means peace. It also means submitting one?s will to Allah (swt). Thus Islam is a religion of peace, which is acquired by submitting one?s will to the will of the Supreme Creator, Allah (swt).2. Sometimes force has to be used to maintain peace.Each and every human being in this world is not in favour of maintaining peace and harmony. There are many, who would disrupt it for their own vested interests. Sometimes force has to be used to maintain peace. It is precisely for this rea...
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Help Us Spread The Word !!
2007-12-01 11:54:00
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2007-12-01 11:39:00
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Why does Islam degrade women by keeping them behind the veil?
2007-11-30 16:07:00
The status of women in Islam is often the target of attacks in the secular media. The ?hijaab? or the Islamic dress is cited by many as an example of the ?subjugation? of women under Islamic law. Before we analyze the reasoning behind the religiously mandated ?hijaab?, let us first study the status of women in societies before the advent of Islam1. In the past women were degraded and used as objects of lustThe following examples from history amply illustrate the fact that the status of women in earlier civilizations was very low to the extent that they were denied basic human dignity:1. Babylonian Civilization:The women were degraded and were denied all rights under the Babylonian law. If a man murdered a woman, instead of him being punished, his wife was put to death.2. Greek Civilization:Greek Civilization is considered the most glorious of all ancient civilizations. Under this very ?glorious? system, women were deprived of all rights and were looked down upon. In Greek mythology,...
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If a man is allowed to have more than one wife, then why does Islam prohibi
2007-11-30 16:05:00
A lot of people, including some Muslims, question the logic of allowing Muslim men to have more than one spouse while denying the same ?right? to women.Let me first state emphatically, that the foundation of an Islam ic society is justice and equity. Allah has created men and women as equal, but with different capabilities and different responsibilities. Men and women are different, physiologically and psychologically. Their roles and responsibilities are different. Men and women are equal in Islam, but not identical.Surah Nisa? Chapter 4 verses 22 to 24 gives the list of women with who you can not marry and it is further mentions in Surah Nisa? Chapter 4 verse 24 "Also (prohibited are) women already married"The following points enumerate the reasons why polyandry is prohibited in Islam:1. If a man has more than one wife, the parents of the children born of such marriages can easily be identified. The father as well as the mother can easily be identified. In case of a woman marrying ...
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Why is a man allowed to have more than one wife in Islam? i.e. why is polyg
2007-11-30 16:02:00
Definition of Polygamy1. Polygamy means a system of marriage whereby one person has more than one spouse. Polygamy can be of two types. One is polygyny where a man marries more than one woman, and the other is polyandry, where a woman marries more than one man. In Islam , limited polygyny is permitted; whereas polyandry is completely prohibited.Now coming to the original question, why is a man allowed to have more than one wife?2. The Qur?an is the only religious scripture in the world that says,"marry only one".The Qur?an is the only religious book, on the face of this earth, that contains the phrase ?marry only one?. There is no other religious book that instructs men to have only one wife. In none of the other religious scriptures, whether it be the Vedas, the Ramayan, the Mahabharat, the Geeta, the Talmud or the Bible does one find a restriction on the number of wives. According to these scriptures one can marry as many as one wishes. It was only later, that the Hindu priests and...
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Adab of the EYES!
2007-11-30 15:54:00
As we all know, the adab of fasting doesn?t just involve thirst and hunger, but also involves fasting with all the parts of the body. Those include the heart, the tongue (hence avoiding Al-Ghiba), the eyes, ears, hands and feet.Allah (swt) says in the Quran:??? ???????????????? ????????? ???? ????????????? ???????????? ????????????????? ??????? ?????? ????? ??????? ??????? ????? ???????????????????????????????? ?????????? ???? ?????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ?????????????? ???????????? ?????? ??? ?????? ??????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ???????????? ????? ????????? ???????????? ?????? ???????????????? ??????????????? ???? ????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????????????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ????? ?????????????? ???? ??????????????????? ???? ???????????? ???? ??? ???????? ?????????????? ????????????????? ?????? ??????? ??????????? ???? ?????????? ???? ?????????????????? ???? ?????????? ????? ????????? ????????? ????? ????????????????????????? ...
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Adab of Eating: Forbidden Vessels
2007-11-30 15:48:00
It is forbidden to eat or drink from any kind of dish or with any kind of utensil that is made from Gold or SilverAny of todays shops that specialise in hoousehold items have gold and silver containers or gold and silver plated ones, as is the case in the houses of the rich and for a number of hotels. indeed this sort of container has become one of the precious gifts that people exchange during special occasions. Some people may not have them in their houses, but they use them in the houses of others and in their dinner parties.The Messenger of All?h (??? ???? ???? ????) said ? Do not wear silk orad-Deebaaj (a kind of silk); do not drink from containers of gold and silvr, anddo not eat from bowls that are made from them, for they are for them in thisworld, and for us in the Hereafter?. (Narrated by Hudhayfah (??? ???? ???);reported by As-Sabba) All this is forbidden in the Sharee?ah and a severe warning has been reported from the Prophet (??? ???? ???? ????) about using such utensil...
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Common Questions About Islam part 9
2007-11-28 21:28:00
Can I perform Hajj every year?Ans: Performing the Hajj ONCE is compulsory for Muslims who are financially and physically able to do so. There is no rule prohibiting anyone from performing the Hajj more than once. If you plan to perform it yearly, you are obviously financially well endowed. You should consider the following:A: There are numerous things you can do to walk in the way of Allah. Consider contributing your Hajj trip funds to uplift downtrodden Muslims.B: With nearly 3 million people converging in The Holy Land to perform the Hajj, the Saudi authorities have understandably imposed Hajj quotas. Have a heart for those waiting in line to perform the Hajj for the first time. Allow a reasonable time gap before going to perform the Hajj again.Is it a must for a wife to seek her husband's permission to perform the obligatory Hajj? Ans: Yes. A husband is strongly advised not to object as his wife is seeking permission to perform a duty commanded by The Almighty. Obedience to the ...
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Common Questions About Islam part 8
2007-11-28 21:25:00
Do bad things happen to the believers (good people)?Ans: Yes, they do. But they appear bad to the believers because they are things people don't like. Who likes breaking a leg? However, when a bad thing happens to a believer this believer is patient. He praises Allah in all circumstances. He knows Allah does not decree something unless it is for his own good.Why is the family so important to Muslims?Ans: The family is the foundation of Islam ic society. The peace and security offered by a stable family unit is greatly valued, and seen as essential for the spiritual growth of its members. A harmonious social order is created by the existence of extended families; children are treasured, and rarely leave home until the time they marry.What about food?Ans: Although much simpler than the dietary law followed by Jews and the early Christians, the code which Muslims observe forbids the consumption of pig meat or any kind of intoxicating drink. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taug...
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Common Questions About Islam part 7
2007-11-28 21:20:00
Can anyone become a Muslim?Ans: Yes anyone can. There are two declarations, which are necessary:1- To bear witness that no one deserves to be worshiped except Allah.2- To bear witness that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the Messenger of Allah.This makes a person Muslim. But it should be said in Arabic. Next a person takes a shower and s/he is a Muslim.Then what?After a person becomes Muslim s/he is taught about prayers, fasting, alms to the poor, and pilgrimage. These are the pillars of Islam .Then what?Muslims are brothers and sisters. A Muslim should love for his brother or sister what s/he loves for him/herself. Allah's wealth does not run out and Allah can provide for us all. We pray for each other, and love each other, and love for our brothers and sisters what we love for ourselves.What about someone who has never heard of Islam? Ans: Allah is the most just. It is inconceivable to perceive of anyone acting with more beneficence than Allah. Allah is the most just and i...
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Common Questions About Islam part 6
2007-11-28 21:15:00
What can I ask of Allah?Ans: Any thing, but don't ask Him to do things like make you a prophet because He has already said that there will be no more prophets. You can ask Allah for guidance, meaning you can ask Him to show you the correct religion.Who is Muhammad (peace be upon him)?Ans: Muhammad (peace be upon him) was born in Makkah in the year 571 A.D., at a time when Christianity was not yet fully established in Europe. Since his father died before his birth and his mother shortly afterwards, so he was raised by his uncle from the respected tribe of Quraish. As he grew up, he became known for his truthfulness, generosity and sincerity so much that he was sought after for his ability to arbitrate in disputes. The historians describe him as calm and meditative. Muhammad (peace be upon him) was of a deeply religious nature, and had long detested the decadence of his society. It became his habit to meditate from time to time in the Cave of Hira near the summit of Jabal al-Nur, the...
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Common Questions About Islam part 5
2007-11-28 21:11:00
Why does Islam often seem strange?Ans: Islam may seem exotic or even extreme in the modern world. Perhaps this is because religion does not dominate everyday life in the West today, whereas Muslims have religion always uppermost in their minds, and make no division between secular and sacred. They believe that the Divine Law, the Shari'a, should be taken very seriously, which is why issues related to religion are still so importantSource: www.alim.orgDo Islam and Christianity have different origins?Ans: Together with Judaism, they go back to the prophet and patriarch Abraham, and their three prophets are directly descended from his sons-Muhammad (peace be upon him) from the eldest, Ishmael, and Moses and Jesus, from Isaac. Abraham established the settlement, which today is the city of Makkah, and built the Kabah towards which all Muslims turn when they pray.Who are Muslims? Ans: One billion people form a vast range of races, nationalities and cultures across the globe, from the sou...
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Common Questions About Islam part 4
2007-11-28 21:08:00
Does Islam oppress women?No. On the contrary, Islam elevated the status of women 1,400 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, women had no such rights. Women are equal to men in all acts of piety (Quran 33:32). Islam allows women to keep their maiden name after marriage, their earned money and spend it as they wish, and ask men to be their protector as women on the street can be molested. Prophet Muhammad (P) told Muslim men, "the best among you is the one who is best to his family." Not Islam, but some Muslim men, do oppress women today. This is because of their cultural habits or their ignorance about their religion. Female Genital Mutilations has nothing to do with Islam. It is a pre Islamic African Custom, practiced by non Muslims including coptic Christians as well.Is Islam intolerant of other religious minoritie...
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Common Questions About Islam part 3
2007-11-28 21:06:00
What is the Islam ic Year?The Islamic year started from the migration (Hijra) of Prophet Muhammad (P) from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD. It is a lunar year of 354 days. The first month is called Muharram. 1996 AD is in Islamic year 1416 AH.What are the major Islamic festivals?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 a goat to signify Prophet Abraham's obedience to God, shown by his readiness to sacrifice his son Ishmael.What is Sharia?Sharia is the comprehensive Muslim law derived form two sources, a) the Quran b) the Sunnah or traditions of Prophet Muhammad (P). It covers every aspect of daily individual and collective living. The purpose of Islamic laws are protection of individuals' basic human rights to include right to life, property, political and religio...
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Common Questions About Islam part 2
2007-11-28 21:03:00
What are the pillars of Islam ?There are five major pillars of Islam which are the articles of faith. These pillars are 1) the belief (Iman) in one God and that Muhammad (P) is His messenger, 2) prayer (Salat) which are prescribed five times a day, 3) fasting (Siyam) which is required in the month of Ramadan, 4) charity (Zakat) which is the poor-due on the wealth of the rich and 5) hajj which is the pilgrimage to Mecca once in a lifetime if one can afford it physically and financially. All the pillars should be of equal height and strength in a building in order to give the building its due shape and proportions. It is not possible that one would do hajj without observing fasting or without practicing regular prayers. Now think of a building which has pillars only. It would not be called a building. In order to make it a building, it has to have a roof, it has to have walls, it has to have doors and windows. These things in Islam are the moral codes of Islam such as honesty, truthful...
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Common Questions About Islam part 1
2007-11-28 20:23:00
What is Islam ?The word "Islam" means peace and submission. Peace means to be at peace with yourself and your surroundings and submission means submission to the will of God. A broader meaning of the word "Islam" is to achieve peace by submitting to the will of God.This is a unique religion with a name which signifies a moral attitude and a way of life. Judaism takes its name from the tribe of Juda, Christianity from Jesus Christ, Buddhism from Goutam Buddha and Hinduism from Indus River. However, Muslims derive their identity from the message of Islam, rather than the person of Muhammed (P), thus should not be called "Muhammadans".Islam is not a new religion, but the same truth that God revealed through all His prophets to every people. For a fifth of the world's population, Islam is both a religion and a complete way of life. Muslims follow a religion of peace, mercy, and forgiveness, and the majority has nothing to do with the extremely grave events, which have come to be associa...
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Three Guarantees of Paradise
2007-11-28 20:18:00
?I guarantee a house in Jannah (Paradise ) for one who gives up arguing, even ifhe is in the right; and I guarantee a house in the middle of Jannah for one whoabandons lying even for the sake of fun; and I guarantee a house in the highestpart of Jannah for one who has good manners? [Prophet Muhammad SAWS - reported by Imam Abu Dawud]Lessons:1. When in the middle of a heated argument over anything, just remember: Rasool Allah (SAWS) has promised you a house in Paradise if you give up this argument. What?s better: winning an argument and feeling tough and strong (while in the process, maybe hurting others and maybe disrespecting the Islamic adaab), or a house in Jannah?2. ?I?m not lying, I?m only kidding yaaar!? Nuh uh, a lie is a lie - even if it?s meant to be a joke. Making jokes is cool, but only if they are truthful and don?t hurt others. When making a joke that is not true, ask yourself: is picking up a big sin better just to amuse others and make myself look cool, or is a house i...

How to Measure Salah Quality
2007-11-28 20:18:00
It?s the first thing that Allah [SWT] will ask us about on the Day of Judgement?and if this is good, then everything else will fall into place. It?s our prayer - Al Salah - and it makes so much sense to have a process in place to monitor the quality of salah and to keep improving it.Salah Quality Indicators:* Making wudu before each salah* Praying on time (the first hour, exception can be made for Isha)* Praying in the Masjid* Catching the first Takbeer (i.e. the beginning of the congregation)* Reciting Quran with proper Tajweed* Reciting AlFatiha with break after every ayah, and with contemplation* Completing Ruku and Sujood* Making dua in Sujood* Reciting the Tashahhud with concentration* Sending prayers on the Prophet [saws] and making some recommended dua in the last sitting* Praying sunnah afterwardsIf You know any other Salah Indicators please post them in the comment section...It would help in updating this List...Thanks
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Should he do Hajj on behalf of his father who does not have any money with
2007-11-27 16:18:00
Question:I am a young man working in Saudi Arabia, and my income is limited and is sufficient for the necessities and living expenses, praise be to Allaah. I have done Hajj for myself three times, praise be to Allaah. I have a father in Egypt who has not done Hajj yet, because he cannot afford to do Hajj. He is in good health, but he cannot afford the expenses of Hajj. Can I do Hajj on his behalf?.Answer:Praise be to Allaah.If the situation is as described, that your father is healthy and cannot do Hajj because he is financially unable, then he is not obliged to do Hajj, because Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning): ?And Hajj (pilgrimage to Makkah) to the House (Ka?bah) is a duty that mankind owes to Allaah, those who can afford the expenses (for one?s conveyance, provision and residence)? [Aal ?Imraan 3:97]. So it is not valid for you or anyone else to do Hajj on his behalf. But if you can afford to pay for his Hajj, it is prescribed for you to help him so that he can do Haj...
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Ruling on drinking Coca Cola
2007-11-27 16:07:00
Question:I have been told by one of my friend that drinking coke is haram because if we see it in mirror the way its been written it becomes "LA ALLAH LA MUHAMMED" witch means no ALLAH no Muhammad, and she says who ever drinks it is not a Muslim, please kindly let me know how true it is, and is it really haram or not, thanks.Answer:Praise be to Allaah.What has been said about Coca Cola , that there is written on it the words ?La Allaah la Muhammad? or ?La Muhammad la Makkah? and that this can be seen by looking at the writing in a mirror, is not true, so there is no shar?i ruling that follows from that.You should keep away from over exaggerations and illusions that have no basis.Any food or drink that is proven to be harmful is haraam, but if there is no such proof then the basic ruling is that they are halaal, and they cannot be deemed haraam on the basis of mere conjecture and speculation.But if the company that produces it is hostile to Islam and supports its enemies, then it shou...
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Ruling on attending Easter celebrations
2007-11-27 16:07:00
Question:I would like to no if it is haram to go to the sydney royal easter show. although it is called the easter show it really has nothing to d with easter. i like to go for the craft, fruit, animal shows, they all hav nothing to do with easter.Answer:Praise be to Allaah.It is not permissible for a Muslim to take part in the festivals and innovated celebrations of the kuffaar, such as Easter , Christmas and so on, because taking part and attending is helping in this evil, and increasing their numbers, and imitating them, all of which is not allowed. Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):?Help you one another in Al?Birr and At?Taqwa (virtue, righteousness and piety); but do not help one another in sin and transgression. And fear Allaah. Verily, Allaah is Severe in punishment?[al-Maa?idah 5:2]And the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: ?Whoever imitates a people is one of them.? Narrated by Abu Dawood (4031); classed as saheeh by al-Albaani in Irwa? al-Gh...
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Fundamentals of the Sunnah
2007-11-25 15:05:00
Bishr bin Moosaa narrated to us, saying: Al-Humaydee narrated to us, saying:[Faith in the Divine Pre-Decree]1. The Sunnah , in our view, is that: A man believes in Al-Qadar (the Divine Pre-Decree) ? the good and the evil, as well as the sweet and the bitter of it. And that a he knows that what befalls him from (Allaah?s) Decree will never miss him, and that what is not decreed for him will never befall him. And he must believe that all of this is an ordainment from Allaah.[Faith is Speech and Action, and it Increases and Decreases]2. Eemaan (Faith) is speech and action. It increases and decreases. And no statement will be of benefit unless it is accompanied by an action, neither will a statement or an action be of benefit without the intention, and neither a statement, action or the intention will be of benefit in the absence of (one abiding by) the Sunnah.[Praise for the Companions]3. Asking Allaah to bestow His mercy on all of the Companions of Muhammad (sallAllaahu ?alayhi wa sall...
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Three Common Mistakes made after Prayer
2007-11-25 15:03:00
1. Greeting and Shaking Hands after Prayer : [1]Abu Hurairah (radyAllaahu ?anhu) reported that the Prophet (sallAllaahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "If one of you meets his brother, then he should greet him with Salaam. Then if a tree or a wallor a rock should come between the two of them and then he meets him again, he should greet him with Salaam again." [2]In this hadeeth, the Prophet (sallAllaahu 'alayhi wa sallam) has commanded the Muslims, when any of them encounters his Muslim brother to greet him with Salaam. This is because of what the greeting consists of from the growth of unity, eradication of hatred and the bringing about of love. The command in this hadeeth is only a recommendation, meaning it is strongly advised and encouraged, and not obligatory.And there is no distinction in this matter between one that is in a masjid or outside of it. Rather,the authentic Sunnah indicates the prescription of greeting those who are present in the masjid with Salaam, regardless if they...
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Choosing a School and Friends for your Child
2007-11-25 15:03:00
Choosing a School :The father should strive to carefully choose a good school for his child, thus selecting the one that is of the finest quality and not necessarily the one that is closest to him. He should also ask those involved in the field of teaching and educating, who are sincere and honest, as to which of the schools is the best.School has a deep impact on a student since it is there that he spends a quarter of his day ? which is in fact the best time of the day. In the school he learns and is educated, and that is the place where he finds friends and companions.So based on this, the father must keep a close connection with the school by going to visit it, staying in contact with it by phone and asking about the state of his son or daughter. He should be concerned with asking about his child?s character, behavior and friends before asking about his grades.He should also follow up on his child?s educational development and studies, and check his notes and homework and be aware...
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