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The Objectives of Islamic Law
Islamic law (Sharia) is not simply a set of legal rules. Rather, it is a divinely guided system revealed by Allah to organize human life in a way that brings benefit, prevents harm, and leads people toward what is good in this life and the next. For those new to Islam or learning about it, it is important to understand that Islamic rulings are not.. More -
The Muslim Family: The First School of Faith
In Islam, the family is far more than a social institution. It is the first place where faith is nurtured, character is developed, and identity is formed. Before a child is influenced by society, education, or the outside world, he is shaped within the home. For this reason, Islam places great importance on the role of the family in preserving faith.. More -
Living by Islamic Values in a Diverse World
Islam is a complete way of life that guides a person’s character and conduct in every society and situation. Muslims may live in societies where laws, values, and cultural practices differ from Islamic teachings. In such contexts, Islam does not call for isolation, nor for abandoning one’s faith. Rather, it teaches believers to live ethically,.. More -
Finding Stability and Purpose in a Changing World
Modern life is changing quickly. Technology advances, social norms shift, and ideas about right and wrong are often debated rather than agreed upon. In this constant change, many people quietly struggle with deeper questions: Who am I? Why am I here? What gives life meaning? Where can real purpose be found? Islam answers these questions not as abstract.. More -
Islam: A Complete Code of Life
Islam is an all-embracing way of life. It extends over the entire spectrum of life, showing us how to conduct all human activities in a sound and wholesome manner. It does not allow a hierarchy of priests or intermediaries between Allah and human beings, no farfetched abstractions and no complicated rites and rituals. Everybody can readily understand.. More -
Equality in Islam
One basic element in the value system of Islam is the principle of equality or equity. This value of equality is not to be mistaken for or confused with identicalness or stereotype. Islam teaches that in the sight of Allah Almighty, all people are equal, but they are not necessarily identical. There are differences of abilities, potentials, ambitions,.. More -
Justice: Islam’s ultimate value
Allah The Almighty Says (what means):"And the heaven He raised and imposed the balance. That you not transgress within the balance. And establish weight in justice and do not make deficient the balance.”[Quran 55:7-9] These verses of the Quran, which are mentioned in the chapterAr-Rahmaan, or“(God) the All-Merciful” stand out.. More -
Islam and essential needs
Islam came to complete the previous Divine religions and faith on earth. In fact, the Prophet sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, (may Allah exalt his mention) completed the missions of the previous Prophets, may Allah exalt their mention. Allah’s Messenger, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, said: “My example, and the example of the.. More -
How Islam tackled the problem of slavery
A few Western writers claim that Islam is based on slavery. Considering their bleak history of genocide and slave populations, one marvels at their audacity! They support their claim by referring to pre-Islamic Arabs who carried on the slave trade. In fact, they were among the few opportunists taking advantage of a system that had started long before.. More -
The greatness of Islamic justice
Allah created man to be His servant and to implement His Way on earth. If humans distance themselves from this message, then they distance themselves from God’s injunctions. That is why Islam has prepared its followers to follow this righteous instinct; it is a joy to our spirit to stand and think of the greatness of Islamic justice, how fair.. More -
The beauty of Islam as seen by others
American poet, critic and author Colonel Donald S. Rockwell writes: "The simplicity of Islam, the powerful appeal and the compelling atmosphere of its mosques, the earnestness of its faithful followers, the confidence inspiring realization of millions throughout the world who answer the five daily calls to prayer, these factors attracted me from.. More -
Examples of equality in Islam
First Example Abu Tharr, may Allah be pleased with him, somehow got angry with the freed slave of Abu Bakr, Bilaal of Abyssinia, may Allah be pleased with them both. Both of them were Companions of the Prophet sallallaahu 'alayhi wa sallam. The altercation became prolonged and Abu Tharr, may Allah be pleased with him, in his fury called Bilaal, may.. More -
The Universality of Islam
In this century, where means of communication and transportation have gone beyond all expectations, cross-cultural awareness has become widespread. And with the collapse of communism and consequently the Soviet Union and many other communist countries, many proposals are presented urging the adoption of universal laws, values and morals to govern relationship.. More -
Islam and human happiness
If we examine all the orders and laws of Islam, we find that every single law or order aims at bringing happiness to the individual. This applies to Islamic regulations with regard to worship, economics, penal laws and all other aspects of life. The Belief in Allah and Psychological Security When a person believes in Allah, this belief gives.. More -
Why the world needs Islam today
These are some of the distinct features of Islam, which make it necessary for modern man to seek his salvation through this ideology: First, it must be well understood that Islam is not a mere ideological vision.It is a practical system of life that fully appreciates all the genuine needs of humankind and tries to realize them. Second, in trying.. More
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