Tag Archives: Islam
According to Jesus, Bible and Quran
According to Jesus, Bible and Quran – Jesus said, “To this end was I born, and for this came I into the world, to bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth hears my voice. Pilate then said unto him, What is truth?” (John 18:37-38) Pilate’s response is a fascinating one. [...]
The prophetic character
The prophetic character – I love the month of Rabi ulAwwwal, and look forward to hosting and attending Milad celebrations, marking the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad. Milads are effective in increasing one’s love for the Prophet whom the Quran exalts, calling him the exemplar for humanity and ‘mercy for all the worlds’.
The Realization of the Goal of Islam In Faithful and Observant Communal Life
The Realization of the Goal of Islam In Faithful and Observant Communal Life – Muslims believe that they have been called by God to establish a righteous human political and social order on earth. The only way to live gratefully as God’s caliphs is to make full use of what he has bestowed on humankind. [...]
Better Muslim Than Gay
Better Muslim Than Gay – Lately I’ve been hearing a lot about how much my people are under attack in America today. The thing is, though, as an American Muslim, I don’t really feel under attack. Annoyed? Sure. But attacked? No.
A Model for Islam in America
A Model for Islam in America – Last week, a Qur’an was burned in East Lansing, Michigan. What, you didn’t hear about it? The Muslims of that community did not take to the streets in violent protest? This story is not about what happened, but about how the community responded.
Islam the “Peaceful Religion”
Islam the “Peaceful Religion” – And then there is the question of characterizing Islam as “peaceful” and doing so under duress. That is, when you are being pursued and hounded by people who brand you as totally irrational and uncontrollably violent.
How Religion Changes Lives
How Religion Changes Lives – I have a friend who describes herself as “a controlling type of person,” a single mom who tends to worry about money and germs. A practicing Muslim, she says that fasting during Ramadan helps her to feel more peaceful, despite the physical difficulty. Self-denial, daily prayer, and heightened compassion for [...]
Top Ten Myths About Islam
Top Ten Myths About Islam – Islam is a widely-misunderstood religion. Those who are unfamiliar with the faith often have misunderstandings about its teachings and practices. Common misconceptions include that Muslims worship a moon-god, that Islam is oppressive against women, or that Islam is a faith that promotes violence. Here we bust these myths and [...]
Obama Muslim? Are 20 Percent of Americans Stupid?
Obama Muslim? Are 20 Percent of Americans Stupid? – I wish it were as surprising as it is disturbing that nearly 20 percent of Americans now believe that President Obama is a Muslim, but it’s not. Nor is it possible to explain the situation simply by asserting that that many Americans are kooks or idiots [...]
Morality and Ethics in Islam
Morality and Ethics in Islam – Islam is a comprehensive way of life, and morality is one of the cornerstones Islam. Morality is one of the fundamental sources of a nation’s strength, just as immorality is one of the main causes of a nation’s decline. Islam has established some universal fundamental rights for humanity as [...]
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