Seerah= The life of Prophet Muhammad (Sallahu 'aliyhi wassalam). Discover some known as well as unknown figures about beloved Prophet Muhammad ((Sallahu 'aliyhi wassalam)
This document discusses various topics related to the concept of God in Islam, including atheism, polytheism, monotheism, attributes of God, and worship of God. It defines atheism as the belief that there is no God, and notes that some argue there must be a creator for all things. Polytheism is defined as the belief in many gods, but this is argued to not make logical sense. Monotheism and the belief in one supreme God who takes all decisions is presented as the most rational view. The document also outlines some of the key attributes of God like life, hearing, seeing, knowledge, and will. Finally, it discusses how Islam encourages balance between spiritual and worldly matters, and developing
The document provides an overview and summary of the key concepts from Sayyid Abul A’la Mawdudi's book "Towards Understanding Islam". It discusses the meaning of Islam as submission to God, the nature of faith and obedience, articles of faith including tawheed and belief in prophets, acts of worship like prayer and hajj, and distinctions between din and sharia. The summary focuses on core Islamic concepts and beliefs as outlined in the book.
This document provides an overview of the meaning and definition of Islam. It discusses Islam as the religion of complete submission and obedience to God (Allah). It notes that everything in the universe, from the smallest particles to the largest celestial bodies, follows the laws prescribed by God. Therefore, the entire universe can be said to be "Muslim" as it submits to the law of God. For human beings, there are two spheres - the physical sphere where the body submits to natural laws set by God, and the intellectual sphere where humans have free will to choose what to believe and how to act. True Islam is achieved by using one's free will to willingly submit to God's commands in both spheres of life.
The document discusses the concept of "Wahi" or divine revelation in Islam. It defines Wahi as God's divine message conveyed to prophets. There are three kinds of Wahi - direct inspiration in the heart or consciousness, direct discourse with God, and revelation through angels. The revelation received by Prophet Muhammad came in several forms, including ringing sounds, through the angel Gabriel, in dreams, and direct conversation with God. The document also discusses angels, their characteristics like being made of light and worshipping God continuously, and Sir Syed Ahmed Khan's reinterpretation of some Islamic concepts like angels in scientific terms.
The document discusses the concept of Tawheed in Islam. It defines Tawheed as the oneness and uniqueness of God, and mentions there are three aspects: Tawheed in being means God has no partners; Tawheed in attributes means God's attributes are confined to His being; and Tawheed in worship means only God is worthy of worship. The document emphasizes Tawheed as the most fundamental Islamic teaching, and that denying it led previous nations to ruin. It also notes the importance of declaring the primary Islamic creed of "La ilaha illallah" to enter the fold of Islam.
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1. God created humans and jinn from clay and fire respectively, and angels from light.
2. God commanded the angels to bow down to Adam, showing his superiority over them, but Iblis from the jinn disobeyed and was arrogant.
3. Iblis was the first to reject faith in God, while humans and jinn have free will and responsibility over their actions.
The document discusses the key aspects of the Quran including:
- It was gifted to humanity by Allah through the prophet Muhammad as the final holy book.
- It contains a complete code of life and guidance for all people.
- It can be divided into sections covering faith, teachings of Muhammad, instructions, stories, end times, and more.
- Reciting it has spiritual and practical benefits like forgiveness of sins and high status in this life and the next.
- Its preservation, patterns, and consistency with science are signs of its divine origin.
This document discusses various topics related to the concept of God in Islam, including atheism, polytheism, monotheism, attributes of God, and worship of God. It defines atheism as the belief that there is no God, and notes that some argue there must be a creator for all things. Polytheism is defined as the belief in many gods, but this is argued to not make logical sense. Monotheism and the belief in one supreme God who takes all decisions is presented as the most rational view. The document also outlines some of the key attributes of God like life, hearing, seeing, knowledge, and will. Finally, it discusses how Islam encourages balance between spiritual and worldly matters, and developing
The document provides an overview and summary of the key concepts from Sayyid Abul A’la Mawdudi's book "Towards Understanding Islam". It discusses the meaning of Islam as submission to God, the nature of faith and obedience, articles of faith including tawheed and belief in prophets, acts of worship like prayer and hajj, and distinctions between din and sharia. The summary focuses on core Islamic concepts and beliefs as outlined in the book.
This document provides an overview of the meaning and definition of Islam. It discusses Islam as the religion of complete submission and obedience to God (Allah). It notes that everything in the universe, from the smallest particles to the largest celestial bodies, follows the laws prescribed by God. Therefore, the entire universe can be said to be "Muslim" as it submits to the law of God. For human beings, there are two spheres - the physical sphere where the body submits to natural laws set by God, and the intellectual sphere where humans have free will to choose what to believe and how to act. True Islam is achieved by using one's free will to willingly submit to God's commands in both spheres of life.
The document discusses the concept of "Wahi" or divine revelation in Islam. It defines Wahi as God's divine message conveyed to prophets. There are three kinds of Wahi - direct inspiration in the heart or consciousness, direct discourse with God, and revelation through angels. The revelation received by Prophet Muhammad came in several forms, including ringing sounds, through the angel Gabriel, in dreams, and direct conversation with God. The document also discusses angels, their characteristics like being made of light and worshipping God continuously, and Sir Syed Ahmed Khan's reinterpretation of some Islamic concepts like angels in scientific terms.
The document discusses the concept of Tawheed in Islam. It defines Tawheed as the oneness and uniqueness of God, and mentions there are three aspects: Tawheed in being means God has no partners; Tawheed in attributes means God's attributes are confined to His being; and Tawheed in worship means only God is worthy of worship. The document emphasizes Tawheed as the most fundamental Islamic teaching, and that denying it led previous nations to ruin. It also notes the importance of declaring the primary Islamic creed of "La ilaha illallah" to enter the fold of Islam.
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1. God created humans and jinn from clay and fire respectively, and angels from light.
2. God commanded the angels to bow down to Adam, showing his superiority over them, but Iblis from the jinn disobeyed and was arrogant.
3. Iblis was the first to reject faith in God, while humans and jinn have free will and responsibility over their actions.
The document discusses the key aspects of the Quran including:
- It was gifted to humanity by Allah through the prophet Muhammad as the final holy book.
- It contains a complete code of life and guidance for all people.
- It can be divided into sections covering faith, teachings of Muhammad, instructions, stories, end times, and more.
- Reciting it has spiritual and practical benefits like forgiveness of sins and high status in this life and the next.
- Its preservation, patterns, and consistency with science are signs of its divine origin.
1) God created humans with intellect and free will, allowing them to choose between obedience and disobedience, good and evil. This gives humans the ability to learn and experience in a way angels cannot.
2) Angels were created only to obey and serve God without choice, while humans can choose to submit to God or not. Being able to choose submission makes humans the best of God's creations.
3) God created different types of beings - humans, angels, animals, jinn, Satan - each with their own nature and role. As the creator, God is not affected by the choices of his creations. Humans alone were given intellect and free will.
This document summarizes the first principle from a book on the attributes of Allah by Shaykh Saalih al-`Uthaymeen. It discusses three types of evidence for Allah's perfect attributes: textual from the Quran and Hadith, intellectual reasoning, and instinctive human fitrah. It argues that anything with imperfect attributes does not deserve worship, and since Allah's attributes are perfect without deficiency, He alone deserves to be worshipped. It provides several Quranic verses and examples from Ibrahim to support the intellectual reasoning that only Allah has the power to benefit or harm, so He alone should be the object of worship.
The document discusses the concept of kufr (disbelief) in Islam. It states that those who reject faith will not believe, even if warned, as Allah has sealed their hearts, hearing, and eyes. There is a great punishment for such people. It explores the different types of kufr - of the heart, tongue, and deeds - and examines reasons why people reject faith, such as arrogance, love of this world, and not reflecting on Allah's signs.
This document discusses the concepts of free will and predestination from an Islamic perspective over six chapters. It argues that while Allah decrees all things, humans still have free will and choice in their actions. It explores how free will was offered to but refused by other creations like angels, and accepted by humans. Humans are distinguished by being given mastery over the natural world and intellect to understand Allah's signs in it, but must pass the test of resisting temptations like Shaytan to properly fulfill their purpose and role in creation.
This document summarizes 14 rukus (sections) from the Quran. It discusses topics like the importance of treating relatives, orphans, and wives well; laws of inheritance; prohibitions against interest, gambling, and intoxicants; punishments for adultery and theft; importance of repentance; marital rights and duties; prohibitions against shirk (polytheism); and virtues of obedience, migration, and jihad. It emphasizes acting according to Quranic commands, avoiding harming others, fulfilling trusts, and treating all with justice and fairness.
The four pillars of kufr (disbelief) are pride (kibr), resentment (hasad), anger (ghadab), and desires (shahwa). These characteristics prevent one from submitting to Allah, accepting good advice, acting with justice, and devoting oneself to worship. Removing these characteristics is more difficult than moving mountains, as they become deeply ingrained habits. One cannot be upright while still influenced by these traits, as they corrupt all actions. The origins of these traits are ignorance of Allah and oneself. Knowing Allah and one's own deficiencies would prevent one from feeling pride, anger, envy, or desires. The document provides examples of how each trait can harm one if left unchecked.
The document provides details about the life and message of Prophet Muhammad. It describes his humble origins and lifestyle, noting he had few possessions and stressed kindness, humility and mercy. It discusses how he established Islam and transformed Arabia through peaceful means, gaining followers through moral example rather than force. The message he conveyed was the same universal faith taught by previous prophets - submission to God alone.
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
Does God exist, and how do we know? Workshop on tawhid at Camp UK, 2016. 4 classical proofs of God (Allah) found in Qur'an and hadith which are used across religious and philosophical traditions. Suggestions for discussion and personal reflection.
Sl5.1 Seerah of the Prophet Muhammed (sws)Ayah Moonfruit
1) The Arabs have two broad categories - the extinct Ancient Arabs and the remaining Arabs who are divided into pure Arabs and Arabs who became Arabized.
2) The Prophet (sws) was an Adnani Arab, descended from Adnan who lived around 30 BC.
3) The Prophet's lineage is divided into three categories - the 20 generations between Adnan and him, the unknown number between Adnan and Ishmael, and the lineage from Ishmael to Adam which comes only from the Old Testament which can't be fully relied on.
This document discusses and rejects theories about an apocalypse occurring in 2012 based on Mayan calendars. It outlines major and minor signs that must occur before the end of the world according to Islamic teachings, noting that none of the major signs have appeared. It argues the spreading of rumors about 2012 are nonsense and that the end of the Mayan calendar could have ended for practical reasons rather than prophecy. The document concludes that while natural disasters can't be predicted, only Allah knows when the world will end and no predictions should be taken as certainty.
Sl3.3 Seerah of the Prophet Muhammed (sws)Ayah Moonfruit
This document discusses the pre-Islamic Arabian tribes of Qahtan and Adnan. It explains that the Prophet Muhammad descended from Adnan, who was a descendant of the prophet Ibrahim through his son Ismail. Adnan's tribe intermarried with the original Qahtani Arabs and adopted their language, spreading Arabic. The Adnani tribes, including Quraish from which Muhammad came, settled in the center of Arabia and became more influential and skilled in Arabic than the original Qahtani tribes.
This document provides a summary of the key beliefs and teachings of Islam according to the author. It discusses:
1) Islam as the complete and final message from God that does not require any additions or deletions.
2) The main rights and purposes of humanity according to Islam, including worshipping God alone.
3) Core Islamic concepts like Tawheed (monotheism), knowledge, righteousness, interactions, lawful/unlawful acts.
4) Rejecting deviations from Islam and emphasizing correct beliefs and practices.
5) The importance of migration, Jihad for the spread of monotheism, and establishing Islamic communities and law.
DEVELOPING RESPECT & RESPONSIBILITY on HUMANITY BASED ON HUMAN RIGHTSEdbert Prathama
This document discusses the philosophy of humanism and how it contrasts with Christianity. It defines humanism as ascribing to the belief that man is alone on Earth and can find pleasure through his own capabilities, without need of a creator. The document asserts that humanism denies that God is in charge of the world and rejects His commandments. It traces the roots of humanist thought back to events in Genesis like the deception of Eve and humanity's attempt to build the Tower of Babel. The document also outlines some of the historical roots of humanism in ancient Greek philosophy and how it has developed modern principles focused on reason, science, and human empathy over religious or supernatural explanations.
Islam The Religion You can no Longer IgnorF El Mohdar
This short document provides an introduction to Islam in 3 chapters. It discusses Allah/God, prophets like Muhammad, and revelations including the Qur'an. It aims to answer basic questions about Islamic beliefs, practices, and way of life in a brief yet comprehensive manner. The reader is advised to consult other materials for further guidance on understanding Islam fully.
The document discusses three groups of people - the God-fearing (muttaqun), the disbelievers (kafirun), and the hypocrites (munafiqun). The muttaqun have faith and do righteous deeds. The kafirun deny Allah and will not be guided. The munafiqun claim faith but do not believe in their hearts, instead trying to deceive believers for worldly gain. They spread corruption but do not realize it. On the Day of Judgment, the muttaqun will be successful, the kafirun punished, and the munafiqun punished painfully for their lies and hypocrisy.
The document discusses the concept of worldview, including its definition, components, and types. It defines worldview as a foundational set of assumptions that serves as a framework for understanding reality. The key components of a worldview discussed are the nature of ultimate reality, the universe, humans, knowledge, ethics, and the purpose of life. It explores different perspectives on these components, such as whether ultimate reality is an impersonal force or a personal God, and whether the universe is a closed or open system.
This document defines and categorizes the different types of corrupters of Islam. It discusses three main categories - al-Kufr (disbelief), shirk (polytheism), and riddah (apostasy).
Al-Kufr includes various types of disbelief such as disbelief out of stubbornness or denial. Shirk includes both overt polytheism (shirk jali) and hidden polytheism (shirk khafi). Major forms of shirk jali are associating partners with Allah or attributing His attributes to others. Riddah refers to rejecting Islam in favor of another religion through words or actions.
The document concludes by emphasizing that only Allah is the one true God
This document discusses reasons why people accept Islam in different regions of the world. It begins by outlining five general reasons for conversion seen during the Prophet's time and currently: 1) The role model of close companions to the Prophet; 2) Responding to da'wah (invitation) to Islamic monotheism; 3) Seeking the truth; 4) Reading the Quran; 5) Marriage to a Muslim. It then analyzes surveys from 2001 showing these factors remain important reasons for conversion today, with some regional variations - such as employers being influential models in the Middle East. The document concludes by recommending developing da'wah strategies focused on strengthening positive Muslim role models and sharing information about Islam.
This document discusses reasons why people accept Islam in different regions and eras. It identifies 5 main reasons based on examples from the time of the Prophet Muhammad: 1) The role model of close companions; 2) Responding to the message of Islamic monotheism; 3) Seeking religious truth; 4) Reading the Quran; 5) Marriage to Muslims. Modern surveys in various countries find these same top reasons still apply. The document concludes follow-up is needed to support new converts and their families to prevent leaving the faith.
1) God created humans with intellect and free will, allowing them to choose between obedience and disobedience, good and evil. This gives humans the ability to learn and experience in a way angels cannot.
2) Angels were created only to obey and serve God without choice, while humans can choose to submit to God or not. Being able to choose submission makes humans the best of God's creations.
3) God created different types of beings - humans, angels, animals, jinn, Satan - each with their own nature and role. As the creator, God is not affected by the choices of his creations. Humans alone were given intellect and free will.
This document summarizes the first principle from a book on the attributes of Allah by Shaykh Saalih al-`Uthaymeen. It discusses three types of evidence for Allah's perfect attributes: textual from the Quran and Hadith, intellectual reasoning, and instinctive human fitrah. It argues that anything with imperfect attributes does not deserve worship, and since Allah's attributes are perfect without deficiency, He alone deserves to be worshipped. It provides several Quranic verses and examples from Ibrahim to support the intellectual reasoning that only Allah has the power to benefit or harm, so He alone should be the object of worship.
The document discusses the concept of kufr (disbelief) in Islam. It states that those who reject faith will not believe, even if warned, as Allah has sealed their hearts, hearing, and eyes. There is a great punishment for such people. It explores the different types of kufr - of the heart, tongue, and deeds - and examines reasons why people reject faith, such as arrogance, love of this world, and not reflecting on Allah's signs.
This document discusses the concepts of free will and predestination from an Islamic perspective over six chapters. It argues that while Allah decrees all things, humans still have free will and choice in their actions. It explores how free will was offered to but refused by other creations like angels, and accepted by humans. Humans are distinguished by being given mastery over the natural world and intellect to understand Allah's signs in it, but must pass the test of resisting temptations like Shaytan to properly fulfill their purpose and role in creation.
This document summarizes 14 rukus (sections) from the Quran. It discusses topics like the importance of treating relatives, orphans, and wives well; laws of inheritance; prohibitions against interest, gambling, and intoxicants; punishments for adultery and theft; importance of repentance; marital rights and duties; prohibitions against shirk (polytheism); and virtues of obedience, migration, and jihad. It emphasizes acting according to Quranic commands, avoiding harming others, fulfilling trusts, and treating all with justice and fairness.
The four pillars of kufr (disbelief) are pride (kibr), resentment (hasad), anger (ghadab), and desires (shahwa). These characteristics prevent one from submitting to Allah, accepting good advice, acting with justice, and devoting oneself to worship. Removing these characteristics is more difficult than moving mountains, as they become deeply ingrained habits. One cannot be upright while still influenced by these traits, as they corrupt all actions. The origins of these traits are ignorance of Allah and oneself. Knowing Allah and one's own deficiencies would prevent one from feeling pride, anger, envy, or desires. The document provides examples of how each trait can harm one if left unchecked.
The document provides details about the life and message of Prophet Muhammad. It describes his humble origins and lifestyle, noting he had few possessions and stressed kindness, humility and mercy. It discusses how he established Islam and transformed Arabia through peaceful means, gaining followers through moral example rather than force. The message he conveyed was the same universal faith taught by previous prophets - submission to God alone.
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
Does God exist, and how do we know? Workshop on tawhid at Camp UK, 2016. 4 classical proofs of God (Allah) found in Qur'an and hadith which are used across religious and philosophical traditions. Suggestions for discussion and personal reflection.
Sl5.1 Seerah of the Prophet Muhammed (sws)Ayah Moonfruit
1) The Arabs have two broad categories - the extinct Ancient Arabs and the remaining Arabs who are divided into pure Arabs and Arabs who became Arabized.
2) The Prophet (sws) was an Adnani Arab, descended from Adnan who lived around 30 BC.
3) The Prophet's lineage is divided into three categories - the 20 generations between Adnan and him, the unknown number between Adnan and Ishmael, and the lineage from Ishmael to Adam which comes only from the Old Testament which can't be fully relied on.
This document discusses and rejects theories about an apocalypse occurring in 2012 based on Mayan calendars. It outlines major and minor signs that must occur before the end of the world according to Islamic teachings, noting that none of the major signs have appeared. It argues the spreading of rumors about 2012 are nonsense and that the end of the Mayan calendar could have ended for practical reasons rather than prophecy. The document concludes that while natural disasters can't be predicted, only Allah knows when the world will end and no predictions should be taken as certainty.
Sl3.3 Seerah of the Prophet Muhammed (sws)Ayah Moonfruit
This document discusses the pre-Islamic Arabian tribes of Qahtan and Adnan. It explains that the Prophet Muhammad descended from Adnan, who was a descendant of the prophet Ibrahim through his son Ismail. Adnan's tribe intermarried with the original Qahtani Arabs and adopted their language, spreading Arabic. The Adnani tribes, including Quraish from which Muhammad came, settled in the center of Arabia and became more influential and skilled in Arabic than the original Qahtani tribes.
This document provides a summary of the key beliefs and teachings of Islam according to the author. It discusses:
1) Islam as the complete and final message from God that does not require any additions or deletions.
2) The main rights and purposes of humanity according to Islam, including worshipping God alone.
3) Core Islamic concepts like Tawheed (monotheism), knowledge, righteousness, interactions, lawful/unlawful acts.
4) Rejecting deviations from Islam and emphasizing correct beliefs and practices.
5) The importance of migration, Jihad for the spread of monotheism, and establishing Islamic communities and law.
DEVELOPING RESPECT & RESPONSIBILITY on HUMANITY BASED ON HUMAN RIGHTSEdbert Prathama
This document discusses the philosophy of humanism and how it contrasts with Christianity. It defines humanism as ascribing to the belief that man is alone on Earth and can find pleasure through his own capabilities, without need of a creator. The document asserts that humanism denies that God is in charge of the world and rejects His commandments. It traces the roots of humanist thought back to events in Genesis like the deception of Eve and humanity's attempt to build the Tower of Babel. The document also outlines some of the historical roots of humanism in ancient Greek philosophy and how it has developed modern principles focused on reason, science, and human empathy over religious or supernatural explanations.
Islam The Religion You can no Longer IgnorF El Mohdar
This short document provides an introduction to Islam in 3 chapters. It discusses Allah/God, prophets like Muhammad, and revelations including the Qur'an. It aims to answer basic questions about Islamic beliefs, practices, and way of life in a brief yet comprehensive manner. The reader is advised to consult other materials for further guidance on understanding Islam fully.
The document discusses three groups of people - the God-fearing (muttaqun), the disbelievers (kafirun), and the hypocrites (munafiqun). The muttaqun have faith and do righteous deeds. The kafirun deny Allah and will not be guided. The munafiqun claim faith but do not believe in their hearts, instead trying to deceive believers for worldly gain. They spread corruption but do not realize it. On the Day of Judgment, the muttaqun will be successful, the kafirun punished, and the munafiqun punished painfully for their lies and hypocrisy.
The document discusses the concept of worldview, including its definition, components, and types. It defines worldview as a foundational set of assumptions that serves as a framework for understanding reality. The key components of a worldview discussed are the nature of ultimate reality, the universe, humans, knowledge, ethics, and the purpose of life. It explores different perspectives on these components, such as whether ultimate reality is an impersonal force or a personal God, and whether the universe is a closed or open system.
This document defines and categorizes the different types of corrupters of Islam. It discusses three main categories - al-Kufr (disbelief), shirk (polytheism), and riddah (apostasy).
Al-Kufr includes various types of disbelief such as disbelief out of stubbornness or denial. Shirk includes both overt polytheism (shirk jali) and hidden polytheism (shirk khafi). Major forms of shirk jali are associating partners with Allah or attributing His attributes to others. Riddah refers to rejecting Islam in favor of another religion through words or actions.
The document concludes by emphasizing that only Allah is the one true God
This document discusses reasons why people accept Islam in different regions of the world. It begins by outlining five general reasons for conversion seen during the Prophet's time and currently: 1) The role model of close companions to the Prophet; 2) Responding to da'wah (invitation) to Islamic monotheism; 3) Seeking the truth; 4) Reading the Quran; 5) Marriage to a Muslim. It then analyzes surveys from 2001 showing these factors remain important reasons for conversion today, with some regional variations - such as employers being influential models in the Middle East. The document concludes by recommending developing da'wah strategies focused on strengthening positive Muslim role models and sharing information about Islam.
This document discusses reasons why people accept Islam in different regions and eras. It identifies 5 main reasons based on examples from the time of the Prophet Muhammad: 1) The role model of close companions; 2) Responding to the message of Islamic monotheism; 3) Seeking religious truth; 4) Reading the Quran; 5) Marriage to Muslims. Modern surveys in various countries find these same top reasons still apply. The document concludes follow-up is needed to support new converts and their families to prevent leaving the faith.
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Islamic ethics are based on moral commandments from the Quran and teachings of Muhammad. Certain actions like worshipping only God, honoring parents, and avoiding killing are considered moral absolutes. Extremism is discouraged, and Islamic law aims to balance moral and pragmatic concerns. Views on issues like euthanasia, abortion, and homosexuality generally prohibit actions that end a sacred human life or interfere with Allah's will for how long one lives. Islam values all human life as given by Allah.
This document presents a model for Islamic guidance and counseling. It begins by discussing the motivation for developing this model, which is that current counseling in Indonesia has not been optimally effective and does not take a holistic, Islamic approach.
The proposed model is based on an understanding of human fitrah - the innate nature and characteristics given by God. It views humans as having physical, psychological, and spiritual dimensions that were created to obey God. The model aims to help individuals develop and return to their fitrah by learning and following Islamic laws and guidance from the Quran and hadith.
The key aspects of the model include defining Islamic counseling as helping individuals learn and practice their religious duties according to God's will. The
Islamic Way of Life (Syed Maudodi) || Australian Islamic Library || www.austr...Muhammad Nabeel Musharraf
The document provides an overview of key Islamic concepts including:
1. The Islamic concept of life which sees no distinction between the spiritual and secular, with the aim of shaping individual and societal lives according to God's guidance.
2. Iman (faith) which involves complete submission to God in exchange for paradise, constituting a covenant between man and God.
3. For a society to truly have Iman, its political, social and economic systems must be in accordance with God's revelation as provided in the Quran and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
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The document provides an overview of Islamic beliefs and concepts, beginning with the basic Islamic creed of "La ilaha illa Llah, Muhammadun rasool Allah" which affirms the oneness of God and Muhammad's prophethood. It explains that from this creed stems all of Islam's worldview, including beliefs about God, humanity's purpose and relationship to God, and moral and social teachings. It questions how humans can know the answers to life's ultimate questions without divine revelation, and asserts that the only means for certain knowledge is through prophets who receive revelation from God.
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This volume tries to answer the very basic questions that one
unexposed to Islam would like to ask. Such answers had to be,
of necessity, very brief. The reader is advised, therefore, to
consult other works, some of which are listed at the end of this
book. He may also contact one of the Islamic centers, also
listed at the end, for further guidance
Kant argues that enlightenment involves humans emerging from self-imposed immaturity through courageously using their own understanding rather than relying on external guidance. He claims most people remain willingly immature due to laziness and find it easier to let others think for them through books, pastors, physicians, etc. Guardians have ensured the public sees maturity as dangerous by making them dependent on authority. True enlightenment only requires freedom of public reason and debate on all matters, which advances progress, while private reason may be restricted to maintain order. The 18th century represents an age of enlightenment, not complete enlightenment, as obstacles to independent thought are gradually diminishing.
Significance of knowledge and education is explained in the light of Quran and Sunnah and scholar's writings. Meaning of education and its scope is elaborated in the light of Islamic teachings. Types of knowledge is explained and how to effectively educate. Finally, it is explained how to maintain and enhance our knowledge throughout our life.
Useful knowledge Versus Useless KnowledgeAsad Zaman
Islam distinguishes strongly between the two types, while Western epistemology holds that we cannot tell the difference between useful and useless knowledge. These slides explain that the difference arises because secular modern mindset considers life to be meaningless, while Islam considers our unique and precious lives to be infinitely valuable. For English Video-Lecture, see: bit.do/uvukaz - For Urdu Video Lecture see: bit.do/azuvuk
The Political Working Patterns of Islam. These lecture slides guide you that how Islam politically organizes humans and how administer them in a political fabric then how award them with their basic human rights. How the different Prophets of Allah organized humans in a political order? Is it important to establish the writ of God on the surface of the earth? What are the 10 basic political questions which demand for establishing a proper political fabric among human beings? Is it true that Islamic State behaves like a mother?
This document discusses the importance of listening to one's conscience and avoiding self-deception. It states that those who ignore their conscience live in spiritual torment and try to distract themselves with artificial pleasures. The only way to ease a tortured conscience is to repent and submit to Allah. It emphasizes that in this life we will be tested and judged for our actions, so we should be conscious of Allah at all times and avoid deceiving ourselves.
Goodness has had many definitions throughout history but can be understood as doing good and avoiding evil. Plato described the "Form of the Good" which allows one to understand other forms and provides truth and knowledge. The Form of the Good is in the intelligible realm and gives power to know to the knower, though it is difficult to clearly explain. Aristotle saw the highest good as happiness achieved through living according to reason. Opposite to goodness is evil, which some see as an aberration resulting from human imperfection, while others argue it is learned from tyrannical social structures.
1. The document discusses the ideology of key Filipino revolutionaries and movements in the 19th century such as Jose Rizal, the Propaganda Movement, and the Katipunan.
2. It outlines the pre-requisites for a successful revolutionary movement including a common ideology, unified leadership, and resources.
3. The document contains an excerpt from "Ang Dapat Mabatid ng mga Tagalog" by Emilio Jacinto which outlines the ideology of the Katipunan focusing on equality, justice, dignity, and opposing oppression.
The document provides information about Islam, including:
1) Islam's core beliefs include the oneness of God, Muhammad as his final prophet, and following divine revelations in the Quran.
2) Islam guides all aspects of life through religious duties and moral principles revealed in the Quran and teachings of Muhammad.
3) The message of Islam is presented as addressing issues of justice, ethics, society and more through timeless guidance from God.
The document discusses the philosopher's holistic worldview that sees the world as interconnected, interdependent, and integrated in many ways. It then provides an example of the blind men and the elephant, where each man touches a different part of the elephant and claims to understand it fully based on their partial experience, showing the limitations of a partial point of view. Finally, it argues that using a holistic perspective that considers all available points of view is more desirable in philosophy than any single partial point of view.
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The document discusses the concept of religion from various perspectives. It begins by defining religion in Arabic and explaining that all human societies throughout history have incorporated some form of worship of supernatural beings. It then discusses different definitions of religion provided by scholars and philosophers. Common elements found in most religions are also outlined, including beliefs, practices, and ethics. The document notes that religions can be either revealed through prophets or non-revealed based on human experiences. It provides examples of some revealed religions beginning with the creation of Adam and the need to submit to God's will. Questions related to the necessity of Islam and its discussion in earlier revelations are also addressed.
The document provides tips for staying positive in a tough work environment. It discusses negative influences like poor management, unrealistic deadlines, and job insecurity that can lead to a negative outlook. It encourages the reader to change their attitude, thinking, and behavior from the inside out by choosing to be positive, assessing situations logically, and adopting positive behaviors like saying thank you and focusing on daily good. Making a conscious choice to view challenges optimistically is key to influencing one's environment and destiny positively.
Only 10% of an iceberg is visible above the waterline, with the remaining 90% hidden below the surface. This iceberg phenomenon is also applicable to humans, where only a small portion of one's knowledge, skills, attitudes, values, beliefs and motives are visible to others, with most remaining unknown. Maintaining a positive attitude is important as it acts as a magnet for positive results and creates a chain reaction of positive thoughts, which can help one achieve more.
The adrenal glands are located above the kidneys and have two parts - the adrenal medulla and adrenal cortex. The adrenal medulla secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine in response to sympathetic stimulation. The adrenal cortex secretes corticosteroids including mineralocorticoids like aldosterone and glucocorticoids like cortisol. Aldosterone regulates sodium and potassium levels in extracellular fluids by increasing sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion in the kidneys. Cortisol regulates carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism to increase blood glucose levels and help the body respond to stress.
The document summarizes the functions of the pancreas and pancreatic hormones. The pancreas secretes digestive enzymes into the small intestine and regulates blood sugar levels by secreting the hormones insulin and glucagon. Insulin promotes glucose uptake and storage, while glucagon promotes glucose release from stores. A lack of insulin leads to diabetes mellitus, characterized by high blood sugar and metabolic dysregulation. The document provides details on the metabolic effects of insulin and glucagon on carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.
The document discusses the ethical system of Islam. It outlines two types of ethics in Islam: high ethics and low ethics. It notes that good moral conduct is an outcome of having faith, and is driven towards righteousness and compassion. The five pillars of Islam, including faith, prayer, charity, fasting and pilgrimage, shape moral conduct and forbid immoral acts. It also identifies causes of bad conduct like jealousy, pride and greed, and their remedies like prayer, charity and fasting. The document emphasizes that good character, righteous deeds, reform and an just system are four milestones for the success of nations.
Vomiting can occur due to various causes like chemotherapy, radiation therapy, pregnancy, infections, increased intracranial pressure, and postoperative issues. It involves three phases - nausea, retching, and vomiting mediated by chemoreceptor trigger zone and vomiting center. Various drugs like antihistamines, anticholinergics, dopamine antagonists, 5HT3 antagonists, cannabinoids, and corticosteroids are used as antiemetics depending on the cause of vomiting. Their mechanism of action involves blocking receptors like histamine, muscarinic, dopamine, and 5HT3 receptors. Phenothiazines, metoclopramide, 5HT3 antagonists, and dexamethasone
This document discusses the classification, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of diarrhea. It begins by defining diarrhea and listing common causes such as bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections, food intolerance, medications, and intestinal diseases. The pathophysiology of diarrhea involves increased luminal osmolality, chloride secretion, intestinal motility, or inflammation. Treatment focuses on fluid/electrolyte maintenance and use of anti-infective, anti-motility, or adsorbent agents. Anti-motility drugs like loperamide work by decreasing intestinal motility while adsorbents absorb intestinal toxins.
The document discusses the mechanics of ventilation, including the processes of inhalation and exhalation. It explains that inhalation involves contraction of the diaphragm and external intercostal muscles, which increases the chest cavity volume and decreases intrapulmonary pressure, drawing air into the lungs. Exhalation is a passive process involving relaxation of these muscles and elastic recoil of the lungs, which decreases chest cavity volume and increases pressure to push air out. The document also covers oxygen and carbon dioxide transport between the atmosphere, alveoli, and blood, and factors that affect gas diffusion across respiratory membranes.
This document discusses the roles and functions of various cell organelles. It describes how organelles such as the nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, peroxisomes and others carry out specific activities to support the functions of the cell. The nucleus contains DNA and controls cell processes. Mitochondria produce ATP for energy. The endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus are involved in protein transport and processing. Lysosomes and peroxisomes help break down and oxidize molecules.
Drug metabolism involves the biochemical modification of pharmaceutical substances by living organisms through specialized enzyme activity. There are four main stages: absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination. Drugs are metabolized to make them more hydrophilic so they can be excreted from the body. The two main phases of drug metabolism are phase I, which introduces functional groups to drugs through reactions like oxidation, and phase II, which involves conjugating drugs to make them more polar and excretable through conjugation reactions. Cytochrome P450 enzymes are largely responsible for phase I reactions. Factors like genetics, age, sex, disease states, and environmental exposures can impact an individual's drug metabolism capacity and response.
The document summarizes the history of the Kashmir conflict between India and Pakistan from 1947 to 1997. It details how Kashmir's ruler initially opted for independence but then signed onto accession with India, leading Pakistan to send forces and sparking the first war over Kashmir in 1947. The conflict has since involved UN resolutions and mediation attempts, as well as additional wars between India and Pakistan in 1965 and 1971. Insurgencies also began in Indian-administered Kashmir in 1989, straining relations further and raising nuclear tensions between the neighbors.
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It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
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-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
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2. •
• And there has been no nation which was
not visited by a warner.
•
• We sent to every community a messenger ,
saying: “Worship Allah and keep away
from the taghut”
3. •
• This is a warner of warners already sent.
•
• You are indeed one of the messengers.
4. •
• Say to them, “I am not a novel
Messenger.”
•
• Muhammad is no more than a Messenger;
other Messengers have already passed
before him.
•
6. • O Muslims say to them, “We believe in
Allah and the Guidance which has been
sent down to us and which was sent to
Abraham, Ismail, Isaac and Jacob and his
descendants and which was given by their
Lord to Moses and Jesus and to other
Prophets. We do not discriminate against
any of them and we have completely
surrendered to Allah as Muslims.” Then if
the believe the way you have believed,
they have the right guidance.
7. •
• As a matter of fact, it is the great favour of
Allah to the Believers that He has raised
up in their midst from among themselves a
Messenger who recites to them His
Revelations, purifies their lives and
teaches them the Book and Wisdom,
though before this these very people had
8. Islam: A Movement
• Its Ideology
• Its Leaders
• The only role-models for this kind of
movement
• The difficulty
• The scarcity of information about olden
prophets
9. • The difficulty
• The scarcity of information about olden
prophets
• The sayings of Jesus in New Testament
• The only source of clear and complete
guidance
• Complete and authentic details, from the
early stages to the establishment of Islamic
State and its form, constitution, interior
and exterior policy,
10. Why Seerah
• Ship and its commandant
• Historical examples of
• Hindus (they lost the seerah of their
prophets first)
• Where they ended
• Christians (they ignored the book first)
• Where they ended
12. Human Autonomy
• Faculties of knowledge, thinking and
understanding,
• Sense of goodness and badness
• Freedom of choice and will
• Freedom of action
• All this is for his examination
13. • Instruction to remain Muslim (obedient)
• Deviation
• Administration of guidance along with the
autonomy
• The covenant
15. • And, O Prophet, remind the people of the time,
when your lord brought forth from the loins of
the Children of Adam, their descendants and
made them bear witness about themselves. He
asked them, “Am I not your lord?” They
replied, “Most certainly, Thou alone art our
Lord; we bear witness to this.” This we did lest
you should say on the Day of Resurrection,
“We were unaware of this thing,” or lest you
should say, “our forefathers started the practice
of shirk before us and we were born after them
to their descendants: dost Thou, then, punish us
for the sin that was committed by the wrong
doers?”
17. •
• Allah has taken upon himself to show the
Right Way, when there exist crooked ways
too. He would have guided all of you
aright, if He had so willed.
18. The Argument
I. Many divergent ways of thought and action
are open for man to choose from
II. Obviously, all these divergent ways cannot
be straight, because there can be only one
reality.
Brief Explanation of the Concept of Reality
Brief Explanation of Straight Way
The importance of Aqaaid/Tenets of Faith,
because they are the expression of the only
reality, the only right theory, and the only right
way based on the reality and right theory.
19. The Argument
III. Therefore, there can be only one right
theory of life which is based on the reality.
IV.Therefore, there can be only one right way
which is based on the right theory of life
and which is based on the reality.
V. The knowledge and the choice of the right
theory and the right way is the most
important need of man.
Rather this is the most basic and real need
of man.
20. The Argument
VI.This is because all other things fulfill his
needs as a higher level animal only
VII.But this is the greatest necessity of his life
as human being and without its fulfillment
his life would be an utter failure.
VIII.The real human need
21. The Argument
IX.Now, it cannot be expected that Allah
Who made so many provisions, and on
such a large scale, for the fulfillment of the
animal life of man, did not make any
arrangement for the fulfillment of this real
and greatest necessity of man
X. Just as He has provided for all the
necessities of his life, so he has also
provided, so he has also provided for this
greatest need of his through Prophethood
22. The Argument
XI.If Prophethood is denied then it should be
pointed out in what way Allah has fulfilled
this basic need of man.
XII.Experience of centuries has shown that
mankind has always blundered whenever
it has chosen a way of life by itself.
23. The Argument
XIII.Reason, intellect, faculties
They have suggested many divergent ways,
and this is the proof of their failure.
They are limited and cannot be depended for
the choice of the right way of life.
They chase the goal, very rarely set it.
These goals are set by either personal
prejudice, bias, whim, fancy, caprice, or by
revelation.
In pursuing the goal it has always fell prey to
temptation and has almost always violated the
principles of ethics and morality, i.e. the
principles of humanity
24. The Argument
XIV. One cannot say that Allah has made no
arrangement for this basic need of man,
for this will be the greatest misconception
of Allah that
He may make most elaborate arrangements
for man’s animal life
But he should leave man in the lurch to to
search out a way for himself for the
fulfillment of this most important and basic
need
25. •
• Allah has taken upon himself to show the
Right Way, when their exist crooked ways
too. He would have guided all of you
aright, if He had so willed.
26. • Why didn’t Allah will to guide all the
people aright inherently when He had
taken upon Himself to show the Right
Way?
27. • It is true that Allah could have imbued
man, like other creatures, with the inborn
instinct and enabled him to choose the
Right Way without conscious thought,
experience or teaching.
• But this would have been against His will
which was to create a being, having will
and power and freedom to follow the
Right Way or the wrong way whichever he
chose for himself
28. • This is why man has been endowed with
different means of knowledge and powers
of conscious thought, deliberation and
will, and has been empowered with the
authority to make use of all powers in him
and all things around him.
29. • Moreover, He has placed in him and all
around him such factors as might lead him
to guidance or deviation.
• All these things would have become
meaningless, had he been created
righteous by birth, and he could never
have attained the heights of progress,
which can be achieved only by the right
use of freedom.
30. • That is why Allah has chosen Prophethood
for man’s guidance, and left him free to
follow or reject a Prophet.
• This a test by means of which Allah
judges whether Man accepts the guidance
that is presented to him in a rational way.
31. •
• Moses replied: “Our Lord is He Who has
given distinct form to everything and then
guided it aright.