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islam guide
It is a web site for people of various faiths who seek to understand Islam and Muslims. It contains a lot of brief, yet informative articles about different aspects of Islam.
The Quran on Mountains
Could anyone during the time of the Prophet Muhammad have known of the true shape of mountains?... modern geology has confirmed the truth of the Quranic verses.
The Quran on the Origin of the Universe
Scientists have found out within the last few years that the heavens and the earth were one entity. 1400 years ago, Quran: "the heavens and the earth were one connected entity, then We separated them"
The Quran on the Cerebrum
Why did the Quran describe the front of the head as being lying and sinful? Scientists have only discovered these functions of the prefrontal area in the last sixty years…
The Quran on Seas and Rivers
Modern Science has discovered that in the places where two different seas meet, there is a barrier between them. The Holy Quran mentioned that there is a barrier between two seas that meet and that they do not transgress.
The Quran on Deep Seas and Internal Waves
The Quran mentions the darkness found in deep seas and oceans. Scientists have recently discovered this darkness by means of special equipment and submarines
The Quran on Clouds
Quran says: how God makes the clouds move gently, joins them together, makes them into a stack, and then you see the rain…Meteorologists have only recently come to know these details of cloud formation and function…
Scientists’ Comments on the Scientific Miracles in the Holy Quran
The following are some comments of scientists on the scientific miracles in the Holy Quran.
The Great Challenge to Produce One Chapter Like the Chapters of the Holy Quran
Ever since the Quran was revealed, fourteen centuries ago, no one has been able to produce a single chapter like the chapters of the Quran in their beauty, eloquence, splendor, wise legislation, true information…
Biblical Prophecies on the Advent of Muhammad , the Prophet of Islam
The Biblical prophecies on the advent of the Prophet Muhammad are evidence of the truth of Islam for people who believe in the Bible
The Verses in the Quran That Mention Future Events Which Later Came to Pass
At that time, it was hard to imagine that the Romans would defeat the Persians, but the Quran foretold that the Romans would be victorious within three to nine years.
Miracles Performed by the Prophet Muhammad
Many miracles were performed by the Prophet Muhammad by God’s permission. These miracles were witnessed by many people.
The Simple Life of Muhammad
Prophet Muhammad's life was an amazing model of simplicity and humbleness. What could justify such a life of suffering and sacrifice even after he was fully triumphant over his adversaries?
The Phenomenal Growth of Islam
So many Americans and people from different countries have converted to Islam without careful consideration and deep contemplation before concluding that Islam is true.
The Door to Eternal Paradise
If you enter Paradise, you will live a very happy life without sickness, pain, sadness, or death; God will be pleased with you; and you will live there forever.
Salvation from Hellfire
This life is our only chance to win Paradise and to escape from Hellfire, because if someone dies in disbelief, he will not have another chance to come back to this world to believe.
Real Happiness and Inner Peace
Real happiness and peace can be found in submitting to the commands of the Creator and the Sustainer of this world.
Forgiveness for All Previous Sins
When someone converts to Islam, God forgives all of his previous sins and evil deeds.
Examples of the Prophet Muhammad’s Sayings
The believers, in their love, mercy, and kindness to one another are like a body: if any part of it is ill, the whole body shares its sleeplessness and fever
What Does Islam Say about the Day of Judgment
The Day of Judgment day will be the beginning of a life that will never end. On that day, all people will be rewarded by God according to their beliefs and deeds.
How Does Someone Become a Muslim?
Simply by saying with conviction, “La ilaha illa Allah, Muhammadur rasoolu Allah,” one converts to Islam and becomes a Muslim.
Who Is the Prophet Muhammad ?
Muhammad was born in Makkah in the year 570. He was raised by his uncle who was from the respected tribe of Quraysh. He became known to be truthful, honest, trustworthy, generous, and sincere.
How Did the Spread of Islam Affect the Development of Science?
Islam instructs man to use his powers of intelligence and observation. Within a few years of the spread of Islam, great civilizations and universities were flourishing.
What Do Muslims Believe about Jesus?
Muslims respect and revere Jesus (peace be upon him). They consider him one of the greatest of God’s messengers to mankind.
What Does Islam Say about Terrorism?
Muslims follow a religion of peace, mercy, and forgiveness, and the vast majority have nothing to do with the violent events some have associated with Muslims.
Human Rights and Justice in Islam
Islam provides many human rights for the individual. The following are some of these human rights that Islam protects.
What Is the Status of Women in Islam?
Islam sees a woman, single or married, with the right to own and dispose of her property and earnings. She has the right to buy and sell and may spend her money as she pleases.
How Do Muslims Treat the Elderly?
The strain of caring for one’s parents in this most difficult time of their lives is considered an honor and a blessing and an opportunity for great spiritual growth.
What Are the Five Pillars of Islam?
The Five Pillars of Islam are the framework of the Muslim life. They are the testimony of faith, prayer, giving zakat, fasting during the month of Ramadan, and the pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime for those who are able.
The Testimony of Faith
The testimony of faith is saying with conviction, “La ilaha illa Allah, Muhammadur rasoolu Allah.”
Prayer
Muslims perform five prayers a day. Each prayer does not take more than a few minutes to perform. Prayer in Islam is a direct link between the worshipper and God.
Giving Zakat (Support of the Needy)
The original meaning of the word zakat is both ‘purification’ and ‘growth.’ Giving zakat means ‘giving a specified percentage on certain properties to certain classes of needy people.’
Fasting the Month of Ramadan
Every year in the month of Ramadan, all Muslims fast from dawn until sundown, abstaining from food, drink, and sexual relations.
The Pilgrimage to Makkah
The annual pilgrimage (Hajj) to Makkah is an obligation once in a lifetime for those who are physically and financially able to perform it.
Belief in God
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.
Belief in God’s Revealed Books
Muslims believe that God revealed books to His messengers as proof for mankind and as guidance for them. Among these books is the Quran, which God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
Belief in the Prophets and Messengers of God
Muslims believe in the prophets and messengers of God, starting with Adam, then Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, and Jesus (peace be upon them). God’s final message was revealed to Prophet Muhammad, the last prophet sent by God
Belief in Al-Qadar
Muslims believe in Al-Qadar, which is Divine Predestination, but this belief in Divine Predestination does not mean that human beings do not have freewill.