This pamphlet aims to discuss some of the beauties, benefits and unique aspects of Islam as compared to other beliefs and religions.
1. Close Relationship with the Creator
2. Positive Outlook on Life
3. Pure and Clear Concept of God
4. Emphasises Both Evidence and Faith
5. Forgiveness of Sins
6. Accountability and Ultimate Justice
7. Practical and Balanced Way of Life
8. Universal and Timeless Message
How to Become a Muslim?
Becoming a Muslim is a simple and easy process. All that a person has to do is to say a sentence called the Testimony of Faith (Shahada), which is pronounced as:
“ashhadu alla ilaha ilal Allah, wa ashhadu anna Muhammad rasoolu Allah.”
These Arabic words mean, “I testify that There is no true god (deity) but God (Allah), and Muhammad is the Messenger (Prophet) of God.”
Once a person says the Testimony of Faith (Shahada) with conviction and understanding its meaning, then he/she has become a Muslim.
Muslims believe in one, unique, incomparable God, Who has no son nor partner, and that none has the right to be worshipped but Him alone. He is the true God, and every other deity is false. He has the most magnificent names and sublime perfect attributes. No one shares His divinity, nor His attributes.
This is the definition of Allah/God from Qur’an:
1. Say, “He is God, the One.
2. God, the Absolute.
3. He begets not, nor was He begotten.
4. And there is nothing comparable to Him.”
—Qur’an 112
The Quran answers such questions as where we came from, why we exist and what we should do. This Book describes the existence, the unity, the power and the mercy of God. The Quran speaks of God, and introduces God as the Merciful, the Creator and the Forgiver. The description of God is the most important message of the Quran.
In order to worship God, we have to know Him well otherwise we may form a distorted concept of Him and then go astray. God is nothing like a human being or like anything that we can imagine and he is the only one worthy of worship.
There is nothing similar to God.
—Quran 42:11
What everyone should know about Islam and Muslims Suzanne Haneef PDFFatima Karim
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"What everyone should know about Islam and Muslims" by Suzanne Haneef PDF.
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Islam: The Path of God | Suzanne Haneef
This short book is a superb explanation of Islam for anyone interested in the religion. Concise but lucid, the author documents clearly the spiritual basis of Islam from its sources
The book is dedicated to non-Muslims who desire to know Islam in brief and look forward to know its most important teachings. We hope the book will also be useful for Muslims as well as the newly converted. The book has been translated to many languages, and its core shall be a basis to a new huge site that is being prepared now.
This book explains that Islam is a code of living that covers all aspects of life. It comprises a set of acts of worship: some verbal, some practical and others that are constituents of belief.
What everyone should know about Islam and Muslims Suzanne Haneef PDFFatima Karim
this is a beautiful book to read
"What everyone should know about Islam and Muslims" by Suzanne Haneef PDF.
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Islam: The Path of God | Suzanne Haneef
This short book is a superb explanation of Islam for anyone interested in the religion. Concise but lucid, the author documents clearly the spiritual basis of Islam from its sources
The book is dedicated to non-Muslims who desire to know Islam in brief and look forward to know its most important teachings. We hope the book will also be useful for Muslims as well as the newly converted. The book has been translated to many languages, and its core shall be a basis to a new huge site that is being prepared now.
This book explains that Islam is a code of living that covers all aspects of life. It comprises a set of acts of worship: some verbal, some practical and others that are constituents of belief.
Abdur-Rahman Abdul-Kareem Al-Sheha
Language: English | Format: PDF | Pages: 122 | Size: 1.5 MB
“Terrorism” is of two kinds: terrorism that is evil based upon wicked tyrannical acts, and terrorism that is good and desired based on necessary and justified acts. The terrorism that is evil is injustice, double standards, tyranny, and aggression, in all the hateful connotations that these words imply. It targets women and children, civilians and noncombatants, trying to force defeat and difficult political decisions by spreading terror. This kind is what most people immediately think about when hearing the word terrorism. Often people associate it with what they have been preconditioned to picture by various government agencies and segments of the mass media. Muslims are routinely portrayed as terrorists even though many are either totally innocent of the charge or are more innocent than many of their antagonists who aggress against them. “Muslim terrorism” is a media and think tank byword, even though one would be hard pressed to find the equivalent term of Jewish, Christian, Hindu or Buddhist terrorism in usage. Certain institutions and individuals – with known agendas and backings – have been instrumental in fabricating and perpetuating misinformation, exaggeration, and previously disqualified and refuted misunderstandings and slanders.
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Table of contents
Preface
Introduction
The meaning of Islam
The misconception that Islam was spread by Force
The misconception that Worldly Gains were the Aim of the Islamic Conquests
Just War Theory and Practice in Islam
Islamic Principles Enjoin Mercy and Condemn Aggression
Islamic General Principles Champion Comprehensive Peace
Islamic Morals Promote Comprehensive Peace
Islam Enjoins Believers to Observe the Following
Moral Obligations and Recommendations to Promote Peace
Examples of Acts Prohibited in Islam which help Promote Peace
Conclusion
This book is a humble attempt to help settle some of the common doubts and misconceptions people have about the great religion of Islam. A religion that has captured the hearts of hundreds of millions of people around the world and answered their questions about the unseen. Listen to the Book on SoundCloud.
In order to become a Muslim, there are no specific religious rituals or customs that you need to perform, neither in specific areas nor in front of people.
The book then discusses the life story of Prophet Jesus, the Son of Mary, Peace be upon both of them. It starts with the time before he was born, till He was ascended to Heaven by Almighty Allah.
As a muslim, we should know and remember our prophet Muhammad peace be upon him from his date or birth till the revelation of wahy. This slides gives a very brief information of his life.
Learn more: http://syukran.com/slides
Abdur-Rahman Abdul-Kareem Al-Sheha
Language: English | Format: PDF | Pages: 122 | Size: 1.5 MB
“Terrorism” is of two kinds: terrorism that is evil based upon wicked tyrannical acts, and terrorism that is good and desired based on necessary and justified acts. The terrorism that is evil is injustice, double standards, tyranny, and aggression, in all the hateful connotations that these words imply. It targets women and children, civilians and noncombatants, trying to force defeat and difficult political decisions by spreading terror. This kind is what most people immediately think about when hearing the word terrorism. Often people associate it with what they have been preconditioned to picture by various government agencies and segments of the mass media. Muslims are routinely portrayed as terrorists even though many are either totally innocent of the charge or are more innocent than many of their antagonists who aggress against them. “Muslim terrorism” is a media and think tank byword, even though one would be hard pressed to find the equivalent term of Jewish, Christian, Hindu or Buddhist terrorism in usage. Certain institutions and individuals – with known agendas and backings – have been instrumental in fabricating and perpetuating misinformation, exaggeration, and previously disqualified and refuted misunderstandings and slanders.
-
Table of contents
Preface
Introduction
The meaning of Islam
The misconception that Islam was spread by Force
The misconception that Worldly Gains were the Aim of the Islamic Conquests
Just War Theory and Practice in Islam
Islamic Principles Enjoin Mercy and Condemn Aggression
Islamic General Principles Champion Comprehensive Peace
Islamic Morals Promote Comprehensive Peace
Islam Enjoins Believers to Observe the Following
Moral Obligations and Recommendations to Promote Peace
Examples of Acts Prohibited in Islam which help Promote Peace
Conclusion
This book is a humble attempt to help settle some of the common doubts and misconceptions people have about the great religion of Islam. A religion that has captured the hearts of hundreds of millions of people around the world and answered their questions about the unseen. Listen to the Book on SoundCloud.
In order to become a Muslim, there are no specific religious rituals or customs that you need to perform, neither in specific areas nor in front of people.
The book then discusses the life story of Prophet Jesus, the Son of Mary, Peace be upon both of them. It starts with the time before he was born, till He was ascended to Heaven by Almighty Allah.
As a muslim, we should know and remember our prophet Muhammad peace be upon him from his date or birth till the revelation of wahy. This slides gives a very brief information of his life.
Learn more: http://syukran.com/slides
this PPT, presents Islamic System of Education in detail. those people who wants to know concept of Education in Islam, importance of education in Islam and so on. It covers various topics related to it.
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How can ye reject the faith in Allah?- seeing that ye were without life, and He gave you life; then will He cause you to die, and will again bring you to life; and again to Him will ye return.
—Qur’an 2:28
Allah created you and gave you shape.
―Quran 7:11
Allah created you, so why do you not believe?
―Quran 56:57
God’s existence is clearly evident and easily traceable in unlimited signs and proofs manifested in the creation of numberless atoms and cells.
1) The Universe must have a cause.
2) A design demands A designer.
3) Life demands a supernatural Life-Giver.
4) Moral Law demands a Moral law giver.
5) Free Will Exists.
6) Human Reasoning.
can a skeptic explain these without our Creator?
According to Islam, one of the greatest injustices humans can commit is to deny God’s existence, add partners to Him or worship worldly ideals or materialistic goals. Islam teaches that God is the Creator, Sustainer and Nourisher of every being in the heavens and the earth. As His creation, it is His right that we worship and obey Him. He showers us with His blessings every day out of His love and mercy. Worshiping Him is an expression of gratitude to God, and ignoring Him or worshiping others is ungratefulness and a denial of His blessings.
Surah al ikhlas with english translation by fatima karimFatima Karim
Al-ikhlas is the 112th chapter (sūrah) of the Quran.
1. Say, “He is God, the One.
2. God, the Absolute.
3. He begets not, nor was He begotten.
4. And there is nothing comparable to Him.”
—Quran 112:1
Islam teaches that women are to be evaluated for their
intelligence, opinions, skills, deeds and inner qualities
rather than physical appearance. A Muslim woman who
covers her body is making a statement about herself and
her identity; she has dignity, respectability, self-esteem
and is proud of her Islam. Whoever sees her will know
that she is not available to men or interested in
advances, that she has an upright moral character, and
that she will not permit sexuality to enter into any of
her necessary interactions with the opposite sex.
Women often see their Islamic dress as empowering
because they are taken seriously and respected rather
than being viewed as sex objects – they are judged only
by their character and conduct.
Death is one of the few indisputable facts of lifeFatima Karim
Reminder about Death: Whenever you hear of a death, take it as a reminder that life is never guaranteed. You are here today, tomorrow you could be gone. Do everything you can in this world to please your Lord while you still have the ability.
From the earth We created you, and into it We will return you, and from it We will extract you another time.
―Quran 20:55
Book Islam:The Path of God Suzanne Haneef PDFFatima Karim
Book Islam:The Path of God Suzanne Haneef PDF
This short book is a superb explanation of Islam for anyone interested in the religion. Concise but lucid, the author documents clearly the spiritual basis of Islam from its sources.
Notes From Prison By Alija Izetbegović PDFFatima Karim
Notes from Prison is Alija Izetbegovic’s spiritual escape to freedom. Being politically imprisoned by the Communist regime in Yugoslavia for long years at Foca jail in Sarajevo, former President of Bosnia and Herzegovina - Alija Izetbegovic jotted down these immeasurably valuable philosophical notes on diverse topics. He saved the notes from the searching eyes of jailers and smuggled out all the 13 notebooks with the help of a fellow prisoner. A book with irresistible emotional charm and intellectual provocation with powerful epigrammatic ponderings, Notes from Prison outstandingly unique reading, both in form and content.
Alija Izetbegović, the first President of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina (1992) and the author of several books, most notably " Islam Between East and West " and " Islamic Declaration ".
After the creation of Adam, just one original message has been repeatedly delivered to mankind throughout the history of humanity.
Thus, to remind people about it and bring them back on track, many prophets and messengers including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad were sent by the only true God to convey this message :
The true God is only ONE.
Worship Him ALONE and
keep His commandments
| Book | Just One Message | Dr. Naji I. Arfaj | Page 5 |
Just One Message : is a book to those who seek the truth sincerely, honestly, and open-mindedly.
Who is Allah?
- Do Muslims worship the same God as the Jews and Christians?
- What does the word Allah mean?
- Is Allah the Moon-god?
- What do Muslims believe about God ?
- Concept of God in Islam
Monotheism, belief in one God, is the most important and foundational concept in Islam. Muslims believe in one God who created the universe and has power over everything within it. He is unique and exalted above everything He creates, and His greatness cannot be compared to His creation. Furthermore, He is the only one deserving of any worship and the ultimate purpose of all creation is to submit to Him. The Islamic understanding of God is distinct from all other religions and beliefs in various respects since it is based on a pure and clear understanding of monotheism. This essentially captures the concept of God in Islam, which will be further elaborated in this pamphlet.
Muslims often refer to God as Allah. This is a universal name for God and does not refer to an exclusively ‘Islamic’ God. Interestingly, this name is related to the Aramaic and Hebrew names for God, Allaha and Elohim. Therefore, Allah is simply the Arabic name for God which affirms that He is One singular God with no partners or equals. The name Allah cannot be pluralized or limited to a specific gender, which establishes that God is One and that He is unique from everything He creates. Muslims continue to use this original Arabic name for God (Allah) since it perfectly expresses His unique qualities.
No one has the right to be invoked, supplicated, prayed to, or shown any act of worship, but God alone. God alone is the Almighty, the Creator, the Sovereign, and the Sustainer of everything in the whole universe. He manages all affairs. He stands in need of none of His creatures, and all His creatures depend on Him for all that they need. He is the All-Hearing, the All-Seeing, and the All-Knowing. In a perfect manner, His knowledge encompasses all things, the open and the secret, and the public and the private. He knows what has happened, what will happen, and how it will happen. No affair occurs in the whole world except by His will. Whatever He wills is, and whatever He does not will is not and will never be. His will is above the will of all the creatures. He has power over all things, and He is able to do everything. He is the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful, and the Most Beneficent. In one of the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad , we are told that God is more merciful to His creatures than a mother to her child. God is far removed from injustice and tyranny. He is All-Wise in all of His actions and decrees. If someone wants something from God, he or she can ask God directly without asking anyone else to intercede with God for him or her.
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The Most Beautiful Names of God ,99 Names of Allah.Fatima Karim
The Most Beautiful Names of God ,99 Names of Allah.
here you will find :
The Most Beautiful Names of God : 99 Names of Allah
Names of Allah
99 Names of God in Islam
99 Names of Allah in Islam
Concept of God in Islam
99 Names of Allah Asmaul Husna in English.
The description of God is the most important message of the Quran.
The Arabic word Allah means God ,the one and only true God who created the whole universe which is used by Arabic speakers, both Arab Muslims and Arab Christians. This word cannot be used to designate anything other than the one true God :
{ Allah — there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of existence }
{ The Quran 3:2 }
{ He is Allah , other than whom there is no deity, the Sovereign, the Pure, the Perfection, the Bestower of Faith, the Overseer, the Exalted in Might, the Compeller, the Superior. Exalted is Allah above whatever they associate with Him }
{ The Quran 59:23 }
{ You alone we worship } { The Quran 1:5 }
The primary pillar of Islamic belief clearly states that there is nothing worthy of worship except God. Associating partners with God or attributing qualities of lesser beings to Him is considered to be the greatest sin in Islam.
The most fundamental teaching of Islam is to believe in the Oneness of God, in the sense of His being the only Creator. Muslims believe that God has no father or mother, no son or daughter. None is equal to Him. He is God of all humankind, not of a special tribe or race.
In the Name of God, the Lord of Grace, the Ever Merciful.
﴾ Say: He is God, the One and only God (1)
the Eternal, the Absolute. (2)
He begets none, nor is He begotten, (3)
and there is nothing that could be compared to Him. (4) ﴿
[ The Quran 112 ]
these 4 Verses equals one-third of the Quran according to Prophet Muhammad ,Peace Be Upon Him.
In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
[ 1 Say, ‘He is God, the One, 2 God, the Self-sufficient One. 3 He does not give birth, nor was He born, 4 and there is nothing like Him.’ ]
{ The Quran 112 }
This chapter of the Quran is about the oneness of God. The concept of Godhas been presented here in its purest form, ridding it of all polluting associations which people of every age have brought to it. There is no plurality of gods. There is only one God. All are dependent upon Him, but He is not dependent on anybody. He Himself has power over everything. He is far above being the progeny of anybody or having any offspring. He is such a unique being that there is nobody like Him or equal to Him in any manner whatsoever.
The doctrine of God’s pure unity, or The Divine oneness, is clearly stated here: God is not many , He is only One. Everyone is in need of Him ,but He is not in need of anyone. He reigns over all things of the heavens and the earth. Unlike human beings , He has no son or father. He is eternal ,without beginning or end, and is thus a Unique Being who has no equal.
100 direct instructions by God in the Quran for MankindFatima Karim
100 Direct Instructions by God in the Quran for Mankind
1. Do not be rude in speech (3:159)
2. Restrain Anger (3:134)
3. Be good to others (4:36)
4. Do not be arrogant (7:13)
5. Forgive others for their mistakes (7:199)
6. Speak to people mildly (20:44)
7. Lower your voice (31:19)
8. Do not ridicule others (49:11)
9. Be dutiful to parents(17:23)
10. Do not say a word of disrespect to parents (17:23)
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Renewed in Grace
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Homily: The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity Sunday 2024.docxJames Knipper
Countless volumes have been written trying to explain the mystery of three persons in one true God, leaving us to resort to metaphors such as the three-leaf clover to try to comprehend the Divinity. Many of us grew up with the quintessential pyramidal Trinity structure of God at the top and Son and Spirit in opposite corners. But what if we looked at this ‘mystery’ from a different perspective? What if we shifted our language of God as a being towards the concept of God as love? What if we focused more on the relationship within the Trinity versus the persons of the Trinity? What if stopped looking at God as a noun…and instead considered God as a verb? Check it out…
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
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A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
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strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
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1. ❝no soul knows in what land it will die.❞ ―Quran 31:34
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Why Islam? The Beauty and Benefits of Islam
Are all religions the same? How do I know which is correct? Why should I choose Islam?
2. This pamphlet aims to discuss some of the beauties, benefits and unique aspects of Islam as
compared to other beliefs and religions.
1. Close Relationship with the Creator
At the core of Islam is the focus of an individual’s personal relationship with God, their Creator.
It encourages a believer to have sustained awareness of God which is a key to lasting
happiness.
Islam teaches that God is the source of peace. By focusing on this important relationship and
following God’s guidance, believers will be able to acquire inner peace and tranquillity. Seeking
lasting happiness through other means, such as following one’s desires or the accumulation of
material possessions, will never fill the void we have. This need can only be filled with the
awareness of God.
True contentment is found in acknowledging and obeying the Creator:
“Truly, in remembering God do hearts find rest.”
-Quran13:28
The primary reason for this close relationship is that Muslims have a direct connection with their
Creator. There is no intermediary, such as praying to, or through, others, in worshipping God.
2. Positive Outlook on Life
Islam gives a person a clear perspective on the events that happen in their life, both good and
bad, as they are, in fact, tests from God. It encourages a person to understand events in the
context of the overall purpose of life, which is to acknowledge God and obey Him. He created
humans with intellect and free will to test them as to who will wilfully choose to follow His
guidance. This life is an ultimate testing ground and although we cannot control everything that
happens to us, we can control how we react. Islam encourages a person to focus on what is in
their control, to be grateful to God for blessings, and to be patient during hardships. Patience or
gratitude this is the formula for a happy life.
Islam encourages the believer to remain free from the extremes of worldly happiness that may
cause one to forget God, and the extremes of sadness that may cause one to lose hope and
blame God. By not being overly attached to the material world, a Muslim is empowered not only
to better handle any calamities, but to be beneficial and generous to society. This leads to a
more balanced and optimistic outlook on life.
3. Pure and Clear Concept of God
Unlike other religions, Islam is not named after its founder or the community of its birth. Islam is
an attributive title that signifies obedience to God, the Creator of the Universe. One of its main
beauties is that it acknowledges the complete perfection, greatness and uniqueness of God
with absolutely no compromises. This is reflected in Islam’s pure teachings of the attributes of
God.
God is One and Unique:
God has no partners, no equals and no rivals.
God has no father, mother, sons, daughters or wives.
God alone is worthy of all worship.
3. God is the All-Powerful:
God has full authority and power over all things.
Obedience to God does not increase His Power, nor does disobedience decrease His power.
God is the Most High:
There is nothing above or comparable to God.
The attributes of God do not resemble that of His creation.
No part of God is present in anyone or anything.
God is Perfect:
God does not have any human limitations, such as resting on the seventh day after He created
the universe.
God always maintains attributes of perfection and does not do anything to compromise this
perfection such as “becoming a man” as claimed by other religions. God does not do ungodly
acts, so if God became man and took on human attributes, he would, necessarily, no longer be
God.
4. Emphasises Both Evidence and Faith
Islam is a religion in which faith is based on clear proof. It encourages people to use their God
given intelligence to think and ponder over their life and the universe. Although this life is a test,
God has provided sufficient signs and guidance to people who are open-minded and sincere to
be able to acknowledge the truth.
“We (God) have certainly sent down Signs that make things clear: and God guides whom
He wills to the straight path.” -Quran 24:46
Unlike other religions, there are many clear proofs, signs and miracles that the book of Islam,
The Quran, is from God.
The Quran:
Is free from any errors or contradictions, despite it being revealed over a period of 23 years.
Is preserved, word-for-word, since it was revealed in its original Arabic language, unlike other
scriptures which have been distorted, changed or lost.
Contains a simple, pure and universal message that has a profound effect on all those who are
sincerely searching for the truth.
Contains a unique and inimitable style of language that is universally known as the pinnacle of
Arabic eloquence and linguistic beauty — yet the Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad
(peace be upon him) who was known to be illiterate.
Contains many amazing scientific facts which have only been discovered recently, despite
being revealed over 1400 years ago.
The most rational explanation for the many unique and miraculous aspects of the Quran is that
it cannot be from other than God.
4. 5. Forgiveness of Sins
Islam encourages a balance between hope in God’s mercy and fear of His punishment — both
of which are required to lead a positive and humble life.
We are born sinless but have the free will to commit sins. God created us and knows we are
imperfect and commit sins, but the key is how we react to committing those mistakes.
“Do not despair of God’s mercy; He will forgive you of all your sins.”
-Quran 39:53
Islam teaches that God is the Most Merciful and will forgive and pardon those who sincerely
want to repent. The beautiful steps for repentance include being sincere, remorseful, refraining
from committing the sin as well as having the intention not to repeat it. Islam encourages a
continuous process of self-development and self-purification. This process happens directly
between the individual and God — there is no need for sins to be shared or “confessed” to a
righteous person/priest. Furthermore, God does not need to sacrifice himself to forgive sins, nor
is anyone “born into sin”.
6. Accountability and Ultimate Justice
Islam teaches that God is the Most Just and that each person will be held responsible for their
own actions on the Day of Judgement. Each person is accountable, as they have freedom of
choice and intelligence to discern between right and wrong.
It is an absolute demand of justice that there be a Day of Judgement where every person is
rewarded or punished, otherwise life would be unjust as not everyone receives true justice in
this world.
Islam teaches that ultimately we will be judged for how well we fulfilled our responsibilities and
exercised our free will. We will be judged by God, the All Knowing and All Wise, who knows and
sees everything we do. This encourages a more harmonious society and gives people
contentment knowing that justice will ultimately prevail.
7. Practical and Balanced Way of Life
Islam provides the right balance between faith and action, as both are required for a stable life.
It provides guidance for all situations and circumstances. It is a practical religion with practical
acts of worship that are designed to fulfil the spiritual, physical, psychological and social needs
of people.
Examples of practical acts of worship that have numerous benefits include:
The five daily prayers — Enriches the soul by satisfying the spiritual need of being in regular
contact with God (especially in today’s busy lifestyle); makes one humble by bowing and
prostrating to God; removes any barriers/pride/racism between believers praying in
congregation; helps one refrain from committing sins given the person stands regularly before
God.
The obligatory charity — Purifies a person from selfishness; encourages empathy to the poor;
reminds one of the blessings of God; helps reduce poverty; bridges the gap between rich and
poor.
The fasting in Ramadan — Promotes spiritual self-purification, self-restraint and growth;
scientifically proven health benefits; empathy and awareness of those less fortunate; trains
5. people to acquire the habit of obeying God.
The pilgrimage — Unites people of every colour, race, status and nationality, as pilgrims wear
simple and similar clothing, while performing a range of good deeds in congregation.
Given that Islam is from God, every command found in the religion is ultimately good and
beneficial to the individual and society when practised correctly. Quranic examples include
being honest, forgiving, truthful, kind to one’s wife, patient, fair, moderate, modest, sincere, and
respecting parents, family and the elderly. There are also many principles in the teachings of
Islam that prevent or reduce many of the individual and social ills facing the world today.
8. Universal and Timeless Message
Islam has a message that applies to all people at all times, from the creation of Adam up until
the Day of Judgement. It is applicable today as it always has been.
God is accessible to everyone. People may distinguish themselves and earn God’s favour
through belief and righteous actions only — not through race, wealth, gender, nationality or
social class.
Conclusion
Islam’s timeless and beautiful message is the same message of all Prophets, including Noah,
Abraham, Moses, Jesus and Muhammad (peace be upon them all). They all called their people
to “Submit to the One True God” which, in Arabic, means to become a “Muslim”. This
submission to God enables one to fulfil the purpose of life by acknowledging the greatness of
God and sincerely worshipping him alone. In doing so, one will acquire the countless benefits of
Islam mentioned above.
How to Become a Muslim?
Becoming a Muslim is a simple and easy process. All that a person has to do is to say a
sentence called the Testimony of Faith (Shahada), which is pronounced as:
“ashhadu alla ilaha ilal Allah, wa ashhadu anna Muhammad rasoolu Allah.”
These Arabic words mean, “I testify that There is no true god (deity) but God (Allah), and
Muhammad is the Messenger (Prophet) of God.”
Once a person says the Testimony of Faith (Shahada) with conviction and understanding its
meaning, then he/she has become a Muslim.
Muslims believe in one, unique, incomparable God, Who has no son nor partner, and that none
has the right to be worshipped but Him alone. He is the true God, and every other deity is false.
He has the most magnificent names and sublime perfect attributes. No one shares His divinity,
nor His attributes.
This is the definition of Allah/God from Qur’an:
1. Say, “He is God, the One.
2. God, the Absolute.
3. He begets not, nor was He begotten.
4. And there is nothing comparable to Him.”
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—Qur’an 112
The Quran answers such questions as where we came from, why we exist and what we should
do. This Book describes the existence, the unity, the power and the mercy of God. The Quran
speaks of God, and introduces God as the Merciful, the Creator and the Forgiver. The
description of God is the most important message of the Quran.
In order to worship God, we have to know Him well otherwise we may form a distorted concept
of Him and then go astray. God is nothing like a human being or like anything that we can
imagine and he is the only one worthy of worship.
There is nothing similar to God.
—Quran 42:11
you want to read about Islam?
i recommend you to read these two books of Suzanne Haneef:
-1- What Everyone Should Know About Islam and Muslims (PDF)
-2- Islam: The Path of God (PDF)
Suzanne Haneef is an American convert to Islam.
kindly share this with Muslims and non-Muslims.
feel free to contact me. Thank you.
Salam 😊 Peace
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