Unlike what many Muslims think, the methodology of legislation in the Qur’an was built upon promoting facilitation and disfavoring difficulty. In the Qur’an you can read verses like the following: “Allah desires ease for you, not hardship.” [The Qur’an (2:185)]. “Allah does not charge a soul with more than it can bear.” [The Qur’an (2:286)].… Continue reading Promoting Simplicity
“ACTIVIST” Such a resounding title that many people love to be called by. Frequently do we hear people identifying themselves, or being identified in the media and on internet pages as activists for whatever, but rarely do we get to understand what exactly does those people do for a living. According to whatever it is… Continue reading Superficial Activism
Islam teaches that all humans are equal in the sight of Allah, it doesn’t matter whether you are rich or poor, of noble origins or vulgar, black or white, European or Hindu, American or Asian, Arab or Malay, etc., the only thing that can distinguish people in the sight of Allah is their faith, piety… Continue reading Islam, Slavery Advocator, or Slavery Destroyer!
After we have learned the Qur’anic injunctions with regards to “combative Jihad,” now it’s time to learn the orders and rules which Prophet Muhammad placed for Muslims when they fight their enemies in order to differentiate between true combative Jihad, and any other kind of fighting. Prophet Muhammad P.B.U.H. said: “Don’t look forward to meet… Continue reading Roots of “JIHAD” Part X – Wrap Up
In this post, I shall finalize explaining the Qur’anic verses ordering Muslims to fight. I know that it has been a long journey for those reading this series of posts, but that’s quiet it, the verses I shall tackle in this post are the only remaining Qur’anic verses speaking about combative Jihad. But beware, if you… Continue reading Roots of “JIHAD” Part IX
Our fifth and final stop is with chapter 9 of the Qur’an. Its revelation took place in the 9th year A.H., 14 months after retrieving Makkah from pagans. It includes several verses that speak about fighting. Allah says: “This is a declaration of immunity from Allah and His Messenger to the polytheists, with whom you… Continue reading Roots of “JIHAD” Part VIII
Now let’s go back to the reaction towards the prophet’s invitations to Islam; like King Negus, Ja’far Ibn Al-Julanda, king of ‘Oman, also accepted Islam after consulting with his minister and brother ‘Abed. They spent several days thinking and directing their questions about Islam to the prophet’s emissary, until finally, they embraced Islam. Most of the… Continue reading Roots of “JIHAD” Part VII
“Believers, take not Jews and Christians as friends.” [The Qur’an (5:51)] “This verse is enough to prove that Islam is a religion of hatred and enmity. It orders Muslims not to befriend the people of the book (i.e. Jews and Christians) on account of their faith.” [A fellow non-Muslim in a western TV program]. Now… Continue reading Verse 5:51 Unfurled
War has always been a disastrous disgusting affair. Men kill each other, families get destroyed, and worst of all, humanity betrays its trust, that is protecting the earth and being our Creator’s vicegerents on it. After any war, the ones who pay the price the most are widows and orphans, may Allah curse all those… Continue reading Orphans & Widows
For complete understanding, kindly read Polygyny In Islam Part I first. Polygyny in history: Dr. Jamal A. Badawi wrote a pamphlet on this issue, he stated many points that made polygyny a historical necessity, among them: Devastating wars in the past and at present, have taken their roll mainly among men. The result is not only… Continue reading Polygyny In Islam Part II
Islamic Methodologies Made Easy 