Muslim condemnation of terrorism Yes, a condemnation against terrorism from Muslims has been robust all over the Muslim world. As can be seen in Muslim countries’ media outlets, general Muslims responded to ISIS’s terrorism and […]
Allah does not have any needs Allah is eternally self-sufficient. He does not need the worship of human beings. The premise of the Islamic concept of God is that God does not have any needs. […]
Why does God allow suffering? The Quran portrays human life as a period of trials and tribulation when humans have to struggle and persevere. By the same token, the Quran asserts that the believers are […]
Show us the way In a world full of different paths and opinions, finding the right path is a confusing venture and the most challenging life responsibility. We do not choose our parents, nor do […]
Accountability of actions Accountability is God’s design for human beings. A thankful servant of God reminds himself of the Day of Judgement in all actions of life. As can be seen in the Quran, God […]
Waking up in gratitude While waking up in the morning, a thankful servant cherishes the Creator and reflects on His Mercy. It’s a new day, a radiant new sun, a fresh breath of life. It’s […]
Thanksgiving everyday Waking up in the morning, still half asleep, I walk to the restroom. It takes a while before the cold water gives way to warm water out of the faucet. First, I brush […]
It is important to realize that the trinitarian theologians present the concept of trinity as a mysterious doctrine, based on quotes of Bible some of which are vague in meaning which can be understood and […]
Women in seventh-century Arabia The Quran was revealed to the seventh-century patriarchal Arabian society when men were the absolute monarchs of the family, and women were seen as objects to be owned. Because a son […]
A relation of equity and respect The relationship between men and women is based on equity, kindness, protection, love, and mutual inclusion. The Quranic commandments and the Prophetic (PBUH) practices are clear affirmations of the […]
Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia. This is a cosmopolitan city which has had tremendous economic growth over the last two decades. The Parliament of Malaysia and the residence of the Malaysian King […]
A way of life Islam means voluntary submission to One Creator. This also means peace. To Muslims, this is a way of life that brings about peaceful submission to the Divine Will to earn God’s […]
No superiority on the basis of race Islam does not sanction the superiority of one race over another. God has created different nations and races. His design encourages humanity to communicate with each other and […]
Islam was not spread by sword The Quran urges Muslims to invite people to the truth with grace, elegance, and wisdom. Muslims are urged to be peaceful in the face of provocation or ridicule by […]
No coercion in religion Prophet Muhammad (peace be on him) established a society in Madinah which was religiously diverse. Followers of different faiths practiced their religion freely and followed their own scriptures. As can be […]
Islam does not condone aggression From the beginning of human history, people have committed aggression against each other. In the first place, the Quran requires human beings to live in peace and justice. We must […]
Life is sacred Taking a human life is considered the ultimate violation of social norms since the beginning of human history. As can be seen in the Quran, the first killing happened when Cain killed […]
Our brain and morality The part of the brain that helps process our moral decision-making is called the prefrontal cortex. Science views the prefrontal cortex as the anatomic basis of human morality. The prefrontal cortex […]
Seeking the pleasure of Allah The primary goal of worship in Islam is to achieve nearness to God, establish a spiritual connection with the Sublime, and seek His pleasure. In Islamic worship, there is no […]
The journey of our soul The Quran states that all human souls were designed in the same period of time (Quran 7:172). The period of the soul’s creation goes back long before the development of […]
Slavery, a grave violation of human rights Slavery is a violation of human freedom and equality. Human beings owned by other human beings and used for financial, military, or other self-serving purposes were present in […]
A messenger, not an enforcer God sent all His Prophets (peace be upon them all) to deliver His message to humanity, clarifying right and wrong. It must be remembered that it is up to the […]
Respecting difference in opinions Respecting differences in opinion is a core value of a fair and free society. It is important to realize that an efficient work model requires mutual consultation and feedback between the […]
God is Eternally Just Is it reasonable to believe that God sacrificed Jesus to show His love for humankind? A believer sees nothing unholy in God’s sacrifice of His son in favor and love of […]
The Sun has a lesser share of Iron than the earth. About 4.6 billion years ago, dense interstellar cloud gave birth to Sun. Then about 4.5 billion years ago, when the sun was still in […]
Did Jesus think of himself as God? It is important to realize that God describes Himself as the One Supreme being in all His revealed scriptures sent to His prophets, Adam, Abraham, Moses, Noah, and […]
While enjoying a nice crispy day with a blue sky, we get little idea about the harsh solar activities around us. The space around our planet earth can be quite hostile, though we may not […]
To change the context is to change the truth It is important to realize that, to understand the scriptures, we have to study them with an appropriate context. Why is context important? Because changing context […]
Which one is the right religion? A quest for the truth and finding the right religion should include this question: if there is One God, why are so many religions? This is also a question […]
God is not a point of discussion in science The relationship between science and the existence of God has been a matter of debate. Why do energy, matter, dimensions, time, and space exist? Is it […]
The amazing universe Looking up at the night sky where two trillion galaxies and 700 sextillion stars reside, a little girl may ask, “How big is the sky? Where do the stars come from?” A […]
The purpose of human life What is the purpose of our life on this earth? Why has God created us? The question is the nexus for all great religions, philosophers, and reasoning humans trying to […]
God in Aramaic Who is Allah? While many are unaware of the historical usage and origin of the name “Allah,” the orientalists answer this question to underscore the otherness of this “eastern god” or “Arab […]
God’s invisibility is our test Why can’t we see God? Because God Has decreed that He will be beyond human eyes (The Quran 6:103). The fundamental of the “Iman” (Islam’s terminology for faith) is that […]
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