Beliefs of Islam 219 Articles

What is Islam 21 Articles

• Why Islam?
  Editor’s Pick

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  From a Muslim convert to all seekers of truth.

  • By Laurence B. Brown, MD
  • Published on 05 Feb 2007
  • Last modified on 29 Mar 2011
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• How Does Islam Differ from other Faiths? (part 1 of 2)

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  Some of the Unique Features of Islam not found in other belief systems and ways of life.

  • By Khurshid Ahmad
  • Published on 22 Oct 2007
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• How Does Islam Differ from other Faiths? (part 2 of 2)

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  Some of the unique features of Islam not found in other belief systems and ways of life. Part two.

  • By Khurshid Ahmad
  • Published on 29 Oct 2007
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• A Brief Introduction to Islam (part 1 of 2)

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  A brief introduction to the meaning of Islam, the notion of God in Islam, and His basic message to humanity through the Prophets.

  • By Daniel Masters, AbdurRahman Squires, and I. Kaka
  • Published on 21 Apr 2008
  • Last modified on 24 Apr 2010
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• A Brief Introduction to Islam (part 2 of 2)

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  The role of the Quran and Prophet Muhammad in delivering the pristine, unmodified message of God to mankind, and a description of how living the Islamic way is the path to a better life.

  • By Daniel Masters, AbdurRahman Squires, and I. Kaka
  • Published on 28 Apr 2008
  • Last modified on 08 May 2014
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• Seven Common Questions about Islam (part 1 of 2)

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  Some of the most common questions asked about Islam. Part 1: What is Islam?  What are Muslims?  Who is Allah?  Who is Muhammad?

  • By Daniel Masters, Isma'il Kaka and Robert Squires
  • Published on 23 Jun 2008
  • Last modified on 18 Jan 2009
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• Seven Common Questions about Islam (part 2 of 2)

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  Some of the most common questions asked about Islam. Part 2: About the Islamic teachings and the Holy Quran.

  • By Daniel Masters, Isma'il Kaka and Robert Squires
  • Published on 30 Jun 2008
  • Last modified on 06 Jul 2008
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• Islamic Concept of Spirituality

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  What is the spiritual path in Islam and what is its place in the life as a whole?

  • By Abul Ala Maududi (taken from islammessage.com)
  • Published on 04 Oct 2010
  • Last modified on 07 Nov 2010
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• Islamic Sources: Quran and Sunnah (part 1 of 2)

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  The religion of Islam is based upon the Quran (the Word of God) and the Sunnah (teachings and attributes of Prophet Muhammad).  Part 1: Quran: The Primary Source of Islam.

  • By islaam.net
  • Published on 26 Dec 2011
  • Last modified on 23 Jun 2014
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• Islamic Sources: Quran and Sunnah (part 2 of 2)

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  The religion of Islam is based upon the Quran (the Word of God) and the Sunnah (teachings and attributes of Prophet Muhammad).  Part 2: Sunnah: The Secondary Source of Islam

  • By islaam.net
  • Published on 26 Dec 2011
  • Last modified on 19 Feb 2012
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• Who are the Muslims? (part 1 of 2)

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  Over a billion people from all races, nationalities and cultures – this part gives an introduction to who Muslims are and their contribution to the world.

  • By islamuncovered.com  [Edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 25 Jun 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Sep 2015
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• Who are the Muslims? (part 2 of 2)

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  Over a billion people from all races, nationalities and cultures – a continuation of the Muslim contribution to science.

  • By islamuncovered.com
  • Published on 25 Jun 2012
  • Last modified on 25 Apr 2020
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• Core Values of Islam
  

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  The article will present the most important aspects of Islam: core beliefs, religious practices, Quran, teachings of Prophet Muhammad, and the Shariah.  A simple article that synthesizes Islam in a nutshell.

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 27 May 2013
  • Last modified on 07 Oct 2024
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• The Top Ten Myths about Islam (part 1 of 2): Access to information does not stop the misconceptions about Islam

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  A brief look at the first three of ten common myths about Islam.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2014 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 04 Aug 2014
  • Last modified on 07 Feb 2016
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• The Top Ten Myths about Islam (part 2 of 2): More Myths Busted

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  A continuation of part one, in which we examine myths four to ten.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2014 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 11 Aug 2014
  • Last modified on 27 Jan 2015
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• Why do Muslims Call others to Islam?

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  Muslims want to share their perspective on life with everybody they encounter.  They want others to feel as light hearted as they do and here is why.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2014 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 18 Aug 2014
  • Last modified on 18 Mar 2018
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• Islamophobia and the Media

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  How the changing face of the media has contributed to the rise of Islamophobia.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2019 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 13 May 2019
  • Last modified on 14 Jun 2021
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The Six Pillars of Faith and Other Islamic Beliefs 49 Articles

• Belief in God (part 1 of 3)

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  The core of the Islamic Creed: the belief in God and His worship, and the means through which one can find God.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 16 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Apr 2020
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• Belief in God (part 2 of 3)

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  The first two aspects about what belief in God means, namely, belief in His existence and belief in His Supreme Lordship.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 16 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Belief in God (part 3 of 3)

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  The third and fourth aspects about what belief in God means, namely, belief that He Alone is entitled to worship and coming to know of God through His names and attributes.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 16 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Belief in Angels

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  The true reality of angels, their abilities, tasks, names and numbers.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 16 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Belief in Scriptures

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  Why God revealed His message in the form of scriptures, and a brief description of the  two of the Scriptures of God: the Bible, and the Quran.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 16 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Belief in the Prophets

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  The purpose and role of the Prophets, the nature of the message that they brought to humanity, and the emphasis that they were mere humans with no divine attributes.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 16 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Belief in Life after Death
  

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  The importance of the belief in the Afterlife, as well as a glimpse of what awaits one in the grave, on the Day of Judgment, and at the Final End.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 30 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Belief in Divine Decree

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  The often misconceived belief of predestination, and the relationship between God’s eternal Knowledge and Ability to human deed and destiny.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 16 Jan 2006
  • Last modified on 15 Nov 2020
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• The Basis of Islam

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  A detailed explanation of the first part of the testimony of faith “None is rightfully worshipped except God (La ilaaha ‘ill-Allah).”

  • By M. Abdulsalam (© 2006 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 16 Oct 2006
  • Last modified on 21 Mar 2021
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• Prophethood in Islam (part 1 of 2): The Nature of Prophethood

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  An explanation of the purpose of prophethood and common features shared by all Prophets and their message.

  • By iiie.net (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 06 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• Prophethood in Islam (part 2 of 2): A Belief in All Prophets without Distinction

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  The Islamic belief in all prophets without exception, with a small discussion on the nature of Jesus and Muhammad.

  • By iiie.net (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 06 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 12 Nov 2013
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• The Inclusiveness of Islam (part 1 of 3): The Finality of Prophethood

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  The necessity of the finality of Prophethood, and the characteristics which must be found in the claim.  

  • By Jamaal al-Din Zarabozo (© 2007 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 05 Feb 2007
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• The Inclusiveness of Islam (part 2 of 3): A Religion for All Humanity

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  An explanation of the reasons why obedience to a new prophet of God is always binding, and a look at the specific traits which make Islam a religion for all peoples and times.

  • By Jamaal al-Din Zarabozo (© 2007 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 12 Feb 2007
  • Last modified on 06 May 2014
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• The Inclusiveness of Islam (part 3 of 3): A Guidance Complete and Sufficient Forever

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  Practical examples of how the laws of Islam are suitable for all peoples, times and places.

  • By Jamaal al-Din Zarabozo (© 2007 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 12 Feb 2007
  • Last modified on 19 Feb 2008
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• The World of the Jinn (part 1 of 2)
  

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  A brief introduction about the existence and abilities of Jinn.

  • By missionislam.com
  • Published on 17 Dec 2007
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• The World of the Jinn (part 2 of 2)
  

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  An introduction to the occult activities of the Jinn and how to get protection from them.

  • By missionislam.com (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 24 Dec 2007
  • Last modified on 08 Aug 2010
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• Angels (part 1 of 3): Created to worship and obey God

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  The attributes of angels.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 14 Feb 2022
  • Last modified on 27 Feb 2022
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• Angels (part 2 of 3): God bestowed might and power upon the angels

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  Names and Duties.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 12 Oct 2009
  • Last modified on 25 Apr 2020
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• Angels (part 3 of 3): Guarded by Angels

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  The connections between angels and humankind.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 19 Oct 2009
  • Last modified on 25 Apr 2020
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• Monotheism – One God

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  What is Islamic monotheism?

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 04 Jan 2010
  • Last modified on 23 Mar 2010
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• Salvation in Islam (part 1 of 3): What is Salvation?

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  Achieve salvation through sincere worship.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 24 May 2010
  • Last modified on 25 Apr 2020
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• Salvation in Islam (part 2 of 3): Worship and Obey God

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  Monotheism is the path to salvation in Islam.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 31 May 2010
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Salvation in Islam (part 3 of 3): Repentance

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  Repentance marks the road to salvation.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 07 Jun 2010
  • Last modified on 25 Nov 2021
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• Fortunetelling (part 1 of 3)

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  A glimpse of how the practice of fortune-telling differs from Islam.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 13 Dec 2010
  • Last modified on 13 Apr 2015
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• Fortunetelling (part 2 of 3)

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  A glimpse of how the practice of fortune-telling differs from Islam. Part 2: Role of Jinns.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 20 Dec 2010
  • Last modified on 14 Feb 2011
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• Fortunetelling (part 3 of 3)

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  A glimpse of how the practice of fortune-telling differs from Islam. Part 3: Islamic belief in fortune-tellers.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 27 Dec 2010
  • Last modified on 12 Nov 2013
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• Are we Alone? (part 1 of 3): The World of the Jinn

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  What are Jinn?

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2011 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 31 Jan 2011
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Are we Alone? (part 2 of 3): Who is Shaytaan?

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   Satan (Shaytaan) was the cause of the first sin ever committed and till today entices people to disbelief, oppression and transgression.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2011 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 07 Feb 2011
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Are we Alone? (part 3 of 3): Jinn exist amongst us but apart from us

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  Where the jinn live and how to protect ourselves from them.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2011 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 14 Feb 2011
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Funeral Rites in Islam (part 1 of 3): Everyone Shall Taste Death

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  Preparing for death.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2012 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 02 Jan 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Funeral Rites in Islam (part 2 of 3): The funeral prayer and burial

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  What should be done immediately after death and by whom?

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2012 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 02 Jan 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Funeral Rites in Islam (part 3 of 3): Condolences and Comparisons

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  What happens after the burial and how Islamic practices compare with other religions.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2012 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 09 Jan 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Belief in the Prophets: The Middle Way

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  Islamic belief in the Prophets of God - between deification and rejection.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2012 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 10 Sep 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Sorcery in Islam (part 1 of 2): Serious sins that endanger a person’s hereafter

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  What does Islam say about sorcery?

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2012 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 03 Dec 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Sorcery in Islam (part 2 of 2): The Cure

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  Islam is able to offer several remedies to cure a person from the effects of sorcery.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2012 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 03 Dec 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Dreams (part 1 of 2): Am I Dreaming?

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  What Islam says about dreams and dreaming.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 18 Mar 2013
  • Last modified on 07 May 2014
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• Dreams (part 2 of 2): Dream Interpretation

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  The obscurity of dream interpretation in the religion of Islam.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 25 Mar 2013
  • Last modified on 06 May 2014
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• Islamic Monotheism

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  An explanation of the Islamic concept monotheism, which entails belief in the uniqueness of God in His Lordship, right to be worshipped and in His Names and Attributes. 

  • By islamtoday.net
  • Published on 02 Sep 2013
  • Last modified on 30 Apr 2014
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• Despair and Suicide in Islam

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  How to deal with distress and suicidal thoughts and why one should never despair of the mercy of God.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 21 Oct 2013
  • Last modified on 09 Apr 2014
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• Tradition as an Obstacle to Guidance

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  The truth has all too often been rejected by people just because it contradicts their customs and traditions.   

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 24 Nov 2014
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• What is a Miracle?

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  The difference between miracles, karamahs and magic.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 04 Feb 2013
  • Last modified on 30 Jan 2022
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• Faith or Works, or Both

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  Faith consists of correct belief and sincere actions.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2018 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 28 May 2018
  • Last modified on 10 Jun 2018
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• Concessions in Worship in Islam

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  How God and His Prophet make the path to Paradise easy.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2019 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 14 Jan 2019
  • Last modified on 12 Jul 2020
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 1 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 1: Knowledge of God is essential to understanding why God is worthy of our worship.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 30 Sep 2019
  • Last modified on 14 Oct 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 2 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.  Part 2: Associating partners with God is the gravest sin. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 07 Oct 2019
  • Last modified on 14 Oct 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 3 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 3: God is worthy of worship by virtue of His perfect names and attributes and because He has created and sustains everything.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 14 Oct 2019
  • Last modified on 25 Apr 2020
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 4 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.  Part 4: Three more reasons discussed. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 21 Oct 2019
  • Last modified on 25 Apr 2020
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 5 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 5: Reason 5 continued and reason 6 (God is worthy of our worship because we have been created with an innate tendency to worship).

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 28 Oct 2019
  • Last modified on 03 Nov 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 6 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 6: Reason 7 (Obeying God is the most rational thing to do) and how worshipping God alone is truly liberating. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 04 Nov 2019
  • Last modified on 11 Nov 2019
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About God 63 Articles

• Who is Allah?
  

  Description:

  Do Muslims worship the same God as the Jews and Christians?  What does the word Allah mean?  Is Allah the Moon-god?

  • By Abdurrahman Robert Squires (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 20 Feb 2006
  • Last modified on 12 Nov 2017
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  • Rating: 3.6 out of 5
  • Rated by: 543
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  • Commented on: 47
• Denying God, Denying Reality: Why We Don’t Need Evidence for God (part 3 of 3)

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  The existence of God does not require evidence.  Part 3 discusses how the existence of God is ingrained in the innate nature of mankind.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis
  • Published on 12 Jan 2015
  • Last modified on 18 Dec 2023
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  • Rating: 3.4 out of 5
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• Denying God, Denying Reality: Why We Don’t Need Evidence for God (part 2 of 3)

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  The existence of God does not require evidence.  Part 2 discusses answers to two more objections. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis
  • Published on 05 Jan 2015
  • Last modified on 18 Dec 2023
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  • Rating: 3.4 out of 5
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• The Signs of God (part 1 of 2)

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  The Quran is the greatest miracle of God and was sent to Prophet Muhammad who is the last Prophet for all of humankind.  Part 1: Some of the types of signs of God in the Quran.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 10 Sep 2018
  • Last modified on 18 Apr 2024
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  • Rating: 3.4 out of 5
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• The Concept of God in Islam (part 1 of 2): A Unique Concept

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  An overview of some concepts which Islam holds about God which truly make it unique.

  • By iiie.net (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 06 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 31 Dec 2015
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• The Concept of God in Islam (part 2 of 2): His Attributes and His Oneness

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  More on some of the unique concept of God in Islam, with an emphasis on how this uniqueness effects the life of the Muslim.

  • By iiie.net (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 06 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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  • Rating: 3.4 out of 5
  • Rated by: 139
  • Emailed: 20
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• Can We See God?

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  The question of whether God may be seen in this life by Prophets, saints, and the average laymen, and whether He may be seen in the Hereafter.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 01 May 2006
  • Last modified on 03 Nov 2019
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  • Rating: 3.6 out of 5
  • Rated by: 181
  • Emailed: 67
  • Commented on: 5
• The Divine Mercy of God (part 1 of 3): God the Most-Merciful, the Dispenser of Mercy

  Description:

  A practical explanation of two of the most oft-repeated names of Allah: ar-Rahman and ar-Raheem, and the nature of the All-Encompassing Mercy of God.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 09 Oct 2006
  • Last modified on 11 Jun 2024
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  • Rating: 3.4 out of 5
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• The Divine Mercy of God (part 2 of 3): Its Warm Embrace

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  Mercy, as it is manifested in this life and in the Hereafter.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 09 Oct 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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  • Rating: 3.4 out of 5
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• The Divine Mercy of God (part 3 of 3): The Sinner

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  How the Mercy of God encompasses those who fall into sin.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 09 Oct 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Did God Become Man? (part 1 of 5): A Natural Belief in God

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  The Belief in One God and service to Him is one which is inherent in all humans.

  • By Dr. A.B. Philips
  • Published on 28 May 2007
  • Last modified on 19 Nov 2012
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• Did God Become Man? (part 2 of 5): The Gods, Man is God, and God Becomes His Creatures

  Description:

  A look at the concept of God and pantheism in polytheistic faiths, specifically Hinduism.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 04 Jun 2007
  • Last modified on 13 Jun 2007
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• Did God Become Man? (part 3 of 5): God Becomes One Man, Men Become God, Why?

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  Examples of the religions which believe that God became one man, that all humans are a part of God, and a look into the reasoning of all these beliefs previously mentioned.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 11 Jun 2007
  • Last modified on 18 Jun 2007
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• Did God Become Man? (part 4 of 5): Did God Become Man, Can God Become Man?

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  Why logically the concept of God becoming a part of His creation contradicts the basic meaning of the term “God”, and vice versa.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 18 Jun 2007
  • Last modified on 11 Jul 2007
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• Did God Become Man? (part 5 of 5): Did God have a Son?

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  A look into the notion that God had a son, and a conclusion to this articles series.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 25 Jun 2007
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2007
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• My Mercy Prevails Over My Wrath (part 1 of 2)

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  How Mercy is manifest in God, and examples of the mercy of the Prophet and his Companions .

  • By Hala Salah (Reading Islam)
  • Published on 17 Mar 2008
  • Last modified on 05 May 2013
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• My Mercy Prevails Over My Wrath (part 2 of 2)

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  Mercy extended to enemies and animals.

  • By Hala Salah (Reading Islam)
  • Published on 17 Mar 2008
  • Last modified on 24 Aug 2008
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• The Names of God (part 1 of 3): Who is Allah?

  Description:

  The Islamic concept of God, the meanings of the word “Allah”, as well as an introduction to the various names of God.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 30 Jun 2008
  • Last modified on 13 Jul 2008
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• The Names of God (part 2 of 3): The Most Merciful

  Description:

  An explanation of the Beautiful Names of Allah: Al-Rahman and Al-Raheem.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 07 Jul 2008
  • Last modified on 07 Jul 2008
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• The Names of God (part 3 of 3): And Call on Him by Them!

  Description:

  How one is to benefit from the Names of Allah.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 14 Jul 2008
  • Last modified on 14 Jul 2008
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• Where is God?

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  God Almighty is above the heavens, above His creation.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 22 Jun 2009
  • Last modified on 07 Aug 2023
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• Misconceptions about Allah (part 1 of 3): Is Allah God?

  Description:

  Who is one true God?

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 16 Nov 2009
  • Last modified on 18 Mar 2014
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• Misconceptions about Allah (part 2 of 3): Allah – the One and Only

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  If God is One why does Quran use the word We?

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 23 Nov 2009
  • Last modified on 18 Mar 2014
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• Misconceptions about Allah (part 3 of 3): The moon god

  Description:

  Religion in Pre Islamic Arabia.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 30 Nov 2009
  • Last modified on 27 Oct 2014
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• The Forgiveness of Sins

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  God’s love for the believers who turn to Him seeking forgiveness for their sins, and some of the many ways a believer can obtain God’s forgiveness.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2012 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 24 Sep 2012
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• How Do We Know God is One? A Philosophical and Theological Perspective (part 1 of 3)

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  The existence of God and His Oneness is known through reason and revelation.  Part 1 explains why there has to be a cause for the existence of the universe and that this cause has to be one.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis
  • Published on 01 Apr 2013
  • Last modified on 20 Jul 2014
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• How Do We Know God is One? A Philosophical and TheologicalPerspective (part 2 of 3)

  Description:

  The existence of God and His Oneness is known through reason and revelation.  Part 2 discusses three more rational arguments for the singularity and uniqueness of God.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis
  • Published on 08 Apr 2013
  • Last modified on 15 Jul 2013
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• How Do We Know God is One? A Philosophical and Theological Perspective (part 3 of 3)

  Description:

  The existence of God and His Oneness is known through reason and revelation.  Part 3 explains that the Oneness of God and His nature is known through revelation. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis
  • Published on 15 Apr 2013
  • Last modified on 15 Jul 2013
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• God: Abba or Rabb?

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  Christians view the Muslim God as distance, unapproachable, and impersonal.  The article compares the Christian Name of God, Abba to one of the most frequently used Name of God in the Quran, Rabb, extracting their meaning and usage.

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 03 Jun 2013
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Our Small Place in God’s Creation

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  The awe-inspiring creation of God humbles us and compels us to recognize Him and Praise Him. 

  • By islamtoday.net
  • Published on 08 Sep 2014
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• Facets of God’s Generosity

  Description:

  In this article the author draws our attention to some of the ways we can realize the generosity of God.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 10 Nov 2014
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• Denying God, Denying Reality: Why We Don’t Need Evidence for God (part 1 of 3)

  Description:

  The existence of God does not require evidence.  Part 1 discusses that belief in God is a self-evident truth and self-evident truths are cross-cultural, innate and provide the basis for a coherent worldview.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis
  • Published on 29 Dec 2014
  • Last modified on 01 Jun 2015
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• Does God Reside Within His Creation?

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  This article briefly discusses and refutes the idea that God is physically and literally present within nature, and proves that His Supremacy above His creation is what conceptually suits Him.   

  • By Tariq Jalal (© 2015 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 09 Feb 2015
  • Last modified on 01 Aug 2016
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• Chapter 112: One Third of the Quran

  Description:

  An interpretation of chapter 112 which revolve around the concept of God in Islam.

  • By Dr.  Bilal Philips
  • Published on 26 Oct 2009
  • Last modified on 09 Mar 2015
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• Science Increasingly Makes the Case for God

  Description:

  The odds of life existing on another planet grow ever longer.  Intelligent design, anyone?

  • By Eric Metaxas (taken from the Wall Street Journal)
  • Published on 04 May 2015
  • Last modified on 10 May 2015
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• God’s Being & the Limits of Human Imagination

  Description:

  Human imagination is limited since it is based on what it observes and experiences, and this is why our imagination cannot fully grasp the concept that God is timeless and eternal, without beginning or end.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 08 Jun 2015
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• God: al-Awwal, al-Akhir (The First & Last)

  Description:

  God is the First and nothing precedes Him and He is the Last whose existence persists without end.  This is a belief which humbles us and reminds us of the inevitable end of ourselves and this world.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 14 Sep 2015
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• God is al-Mujeeb – The Answerer of Prayers

  Description:

  An explanation of one of the beautiful name of God, al-Mujeeb, which instills hope in us and comforts us and makes us realize that we are not alone.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 21 Sep 2015
  • Last modified on 13 Apr 2020
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• God: al-Zahir & al-Batin (The Manifest & The Hidden)

  Description:

  God’s existence is certainly manifest to our minds, but He is the Hidden when it comes to the true nature of His essence and attributes.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 15 Feb 2016
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• God: al-Malik (The King)

  Description:

  Our belief that God is King increases our desire to turn to Him & seek the bounty of the true Owner of all things.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 07 Mar 2016
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• Story of Creation (part 1 of 2)

  Description:

  The great story of the origins of creation from the perspective of Islamic cosmology, acknowledging that God is the Creator of everything.  The article also talks about the Magnificent Throne, the Footstool, and the Pen.

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2016 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 29 Aug 2016
  • Last modified on 27 Aug 2023
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• Story of Creation (part 2 of 2)

  Description:

  The article talks about the Tablet, creation of the heavens, earth, seas, rivers, rain, the sun, moon, angels, jinn, and humankind. 

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2016 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 05 Sep 2016
  • Last modified on 17 May 2020
  • Viewed: 37,047 (daily average: 12)
  • Rating: 3.3 out of 5
  • Rated by: 135
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• God is al-Hakeem – The Wise

  Description:

  An explanation of two names of God that demonstrate that all of His actions have wisdom in them and that His justice is perfect.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 10 Oct 2016
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• Al-Salaam – (Peace) – A Name of God

  Description:

  An explanation of one of the beautiful name of God, al-Salaam, which communicates to us the perfection of God and that He is the source of all peace and contentment.

  • By Sheikh Salman al-Oadah (islamtoday.net) [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 17 Oct 2016
  • Last modified on 17 Nov 2019
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• The Theme of 'Difference' in Surah al-Rum

  Description:

  This chapter of the Quran mobilizes an impressive range of examples to achieve its rhetorical aim: to affirm the unity of the Creator through the observation of change and variation in Creation.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 31 Oct 2016
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• Does God need our worship? Why did He create us to worship Him?

  Description:

  God is the only Being who deserves all our worship, and we were created to worship Him. This article addresses two often asked questions that follow: Does He need our worship and why did He create us to worship Him?

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (http://www.hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 20 Nov 2017
  • Last modified on 13 Dec 2017
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• Why Love God (part 1 of 2)

  Description:

  What is love and how self-love necessitates loving God, the source of love. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (http://www.hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 27 Nov 2017
  • Last modified on 13 Dec 2017
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• Why Love God (part 2 of 2)

  Description:

  Understanding God’s love through His Names, and how to receive His special love.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (http://www.hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 04 Dec 2017
  • Last modified on 04 Dec 2017
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• Introducing “Allah”

  Description:

  An introduction to God Almighty, Allah, and to some of His magnificent attributes.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 16 Jul 2018
  • Last modified on 12 Aug 2018
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• The Signs of God (part 2 of 2)

  Description:

  The Quran is the greatest miracle of God and was sent to Prophet Muhammad who is the last Prophet for all of humankind. Part 2: Nature – another great sign of God extensively mentioned in the Quran.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 17 Sep 2018
  • Last modified on 17 Sep 2018
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• Jesus, Muhammad and Their Rabb

  Description:

  Taking God as our Rabb liberates us from the shackles of expectations and societies and brings us to true servitude of God.

  • By Raiiq Ridwan (aboutislam.net) [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 20 May 2019
  • Last modified on 21 May 2019
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• Designed to Discover

  Description:

  God gave us a rational mind and a rational universe so that we reflect upon this creation.  This makes us appreciate God’s majesty and creative power, which naturally leads us to knowing and affirming that He deserves to be worshipped.

  • By onereason.org(edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 27 May 2019
  • Last modified on 27 May 2019
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• Is God Merciful? Islam’s Response to Evil & Suffering (Part 1 of 5)

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  The problem of evil has troubled humankind since time immemorial.  This article gives the Islamic perspective on it in a simple and logical way.  Part 1: God is more than just The-Merciful and All-Powerful.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 22 Jul 2019
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• Is God Merciful? Islam’s Response to Evil & Suffering (Part 2 of 5)

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  The problem of evil has troubled humankind since time immemorial. This article gives the Islamic perspective on it in a simple and logical way. Part 2: God has the picture; we just have a pixel.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 29 Jul 2019
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• Is God Merciful? Islam’s Response to Evil & Suffering (Part 3 of 5)

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  The problem of evil has troubled humankind since time immemorial. This article gives the Islamic perspective on it in a simple and logical way. Part 3: Some lessons from the story of Moses and Khidr.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 05 Aug 2019
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• Is God Merciful? Islam’s Response to Evil & Suffering (Part 4 of 5)

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  The problem of evil has troubled humankind since time immemorial.  This article gives the Islamic perspective on it in a simple and logical way.  Part 4: Some of the reasons God has given for the existence of evil. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 14 Aug 2019
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• Is God Merciful? Islam’s Response to Evil & Suffering (Part 5 of 5)

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  The problem of evil has troubled humankind since time immemorial.  This article gives the Islamic perspective on it in a simple and logical way.  Part 5: Some of the reasons God has given for the existence of evil—continued.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 19 Aug 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 1 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 1: Knowledge of God is essential to understanding why God is worthy of our worship.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 30 Sep 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 2 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.  Part 2: Associating partners with God is the gravest sin. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 07 Oct 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 3 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 3: God is worthy of worship by virtue of His perfect names and attributes and because He has created and sustains everything.

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 14 Oct 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 4 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.  Part 4: Three more reasons discussed. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 21 Oct 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 5 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 5: Reason 5 continued and reason 6 (God is worthy of our worship because we have been created with an innate tendency to worship).

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 28 Oct 2019
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• 7 Reasons Why God is Worthy of Worship (part 6 of 6)

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  7 reasons for why we must worship God and dedicate all acts of worship to Him alone.   Part 6: Reason 7 (Obeying God is the most rational thing to do) and how worshipping God alone is truly liberating. 

  • By Hamza Andreas Tzortzis (hamzatzortzis.com)
  • Published on 04 Nov 2019
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The Purpose of Life 22 Articles

• The Big Questions (part 1 of 3): Who Made Us?
  Editor’s Pick

  Description:

  Islamic answers to the first of some of the “Big Questions” in Life all humans inevitably ask, Who Made Us?

  • By Laurence B.  Brown, MD
  • Published on 05 Mar 2007
  • Last modified on 06 Jun 2021
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• The Big Questions (part 2 of 3): The Purpose of Life

  Description:

  Islamic answers to the second of some of the “Big Questions” in Life all humans inevitably ask, Why are We Here?

  • By Laurence B.  Brown, MD
  • Published on 12 Mar 2007
  • Last modified on 22 Feb 2009
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• The Big Questions (part 3 of 3): The Need for Revelation

  Description:

  Islamic answers to the third of some of the “Big Questions” in Life all humans inevitably ask, How do we serve Our Creator?

  • By Laurence B.  Brown, MD
  • Published on 19 Mar 2007
  • Last modified on 18 Mar 2014
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• The Purpose of Creation (part 1 of 3): An Introduction

  Description:

  An introduction to the most puzzling question of human history, and a discussion about the sources which can be used to find the answer.  Part 1: The source for the answer.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 13 Feb 2006
  • Last modified on 16 Nov 2024
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• The Purpose of Creation (part 2 of 3): The Judeo-Christian Answer

  Description:

  An introduction to the most puzzling question of human history, and a discussion about the sources which can be used to find the answer.  Part 2: A look into the bible and Christian belief about this subject.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 13 Feb 2006
  • Last modified on 20 Feb 2006
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• The Purpose of Creation (part 3 of 3): The Hindu Tradition

  Description:

  An introduction to the most puzzling question of human history, and a discussion about the sources which can be used to find the answer.  Part 3: A look into the Hindu Scriptures, and a conclusion to the subject.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 13 Feb 2006
  • Last modified on 20 Feb 2006
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• Why Did God Create? (part 1 of 3): God, the Creator

  Description:

  The answer to the fundamental question about the reason why God created.  Part 1: The manifestation of the divine attribute of being the Creator.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 20 Feb 2006
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• Why Did God Create? (part 2 of 3): Divine Mercy and Justice

  Description:

  The answer to the fundamental question about the reason why God created.  Part 2: The manifestation of Divine Mercy and Justice in God’s act of creating.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 20 Feb 2006
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• Why Did God Create? (part 3 of 3): Divine Love and Grace

  Description:

  The answer to the fundamental question about the reason why God created.  Part 3: The manifestation of Divine Love and Grace in God’s act of creating.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 20 Feb 2006
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• The Purpose of Life (part 1 of 3): Reason and Revelation

  Description:

  Is “Reason” a sufficient source in the search for the purpose of life?

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 20 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• The Purpose of Life (part 2 of 3): The Islamic Viewpoint

  Description:

  The explanation Islam gives to the meaning of life, and a short discussion on the meaning of worship.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 20 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• The Purpose of Life (part 3 of 3): The False Gods of Modernity

  Description:

  Modern society has created false gods which it serves, throwing the world into chaos.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 20 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Why Did God Create Mankind? (part 1 of 4): The Worship of God

  Description:

  The purpose for the creation of mankind is worship.  Part 1: Human’s need for worship.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 01 May 2006
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• Why Did God Create Mankind? (part 2 of 4): The Need to Remember God

  Description:

  The purpose for the creation of mankind is worship.  Part 2: How the religion of Islam has prescribed ways to keep to the remembrance of God.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 08 May 2006
  • Last modified on 27 May 2007
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• Why Did God Create Mankind? (part 3 of 4): Life as Worship

  Description:

  The purpose for the creation of mankind is worship.  Part 3: In the Islamic system, each and every human act can be transformed into an act of worship.

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 08 May 2006
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• Why Did God Create Mankind? (part 4 of 4): Contradicting the Purpose of Creation

  Description:

  The purpose for the creation of mankind is worship.  Part 4: To contradict the purpose of one’s creation is then the greatest evil that a human being can commit

  • By Dr. Bilal Philips
  • Published on 08 May 2006
  • Last modified on 02 Dec 2007
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• The True Richness (part 1 of 2)

  Description:

  The reality of life in this world.

  • By Yasir al-Qadhi
  • Published on 02 Feb 2009
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• The True Richness (part 2 of 2)

  Description:

  How one can live a content life in this world.

  • By Yasir al-Qadhi
  • Published on 09 Feb 2009
  • Last modified on 04 Oct 2009
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• Who are the Strangers?

  Description:

  We are not the first or only Muslims to ponder our strangeness.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2011 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 28 Mar 2011
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• Story of Creation (part 1 of 2)

  Description:

  The great story of the origins of creation from the perspective of Islamic cosmology, acknowledging that God is the Creator of everything.  The article also talks about the Magnificent Throne, the Footstool, and the Pen.

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2016 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 29 Aug 2016
  • Last modified on 27 Aug 2023
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• Story of Creation (part 2 of 2)

  Description:

  The article talks about the Tablet, creation of the heavens, earth, seas, rivers, rain, the sun, moon, angels, jinn, and humankind. 

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2016 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 05 Sep 2016
  • Last modified on 17 May 2020
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• What Does the Quran Teach

  Description:

  The Quran answers the big questions of life and is a book of guidance for mankind.

  • By onereason.org (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 04 Jun 2018
  • Last modified on 05 Jun 2018
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Stories of the Prophets 64 Articles

• 10 Lessons from Jesus

  Description:

  From the numerous lessons that can be learnt from the righteous life of Jesus, this article lists some of them. 

  • By Raiiq Ridwan (understandquran.com) [edited byIslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 24 Dec 2018
  • Last modified on 04 Jun 2024
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• The Story of Jesus and Mary in the Holy Quran (part 1 of 3): Mary

  Description:

  The following three part series consists entirely of verses from the Holy Quran about Mary (Mother of Jesus) including her birth, childhood, personal qualities, and the miraculous birth of Jesus.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 03 Sep 2007
  • Last modified on 01 Jan 2024
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  • Rating: 3.6 out of 5
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  • Emailed: 31
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• The Story of Noah (part 1 of 3): Who was Noah?

  Description:

  The Beginning of idolatry and the call of Noah.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 14 Apr 2008
  • Last modified on 31 Oct 2010
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• The Story of Noah (part 2 of 3): Noah Builds the Ark

  Description:

  Noah’s people reject his call, and a commandment to build an Ark.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 14 Apr 2008
  • Last modified on 15 Apr 2008
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• The Story of Noah (part 3 of 3): The Flood

  Description:

  The Ark comes to rest and Noah’s people are utterly destroyed.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 21 Apr 2008
  • Last modified on 07 Mar 2010
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• The Story of Abraham (part 1 of 7): Introduction

  Description:

  An introduction to the person of Abraham and the lofty position he holds in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam alike.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 27 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 29 Oct 2023
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• The Story of Abraham (part 2 of 7): A Call to His People

  Description:

  Abraham invites his father Azar (Terah or Terakh in the Bible) and nation to the Truth revealed to him from his Lord.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 27 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 28 Jan 2022
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• The Story of Abraham (part 3 of 7): The Iconoclast

  Description:

  Abraham destroys the idols of his people in order to prove to them the futility of their worship.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 27 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• The Story of Abraham (part 4 of 7): His Migration to Canaan

  Description:

  Abraham’s dispute with a king, and the command of God to migrate to Canaan.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 27 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 28 Jan 2022
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• The Story of Abraham (part 5 of 7): The Gifting of Hagar and Her Plight

  Description:

  Some accounts of Abraham’s journey to Egypt, the birth of Ishmael, and Hagar’s  venture in Paran.

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 03 Apr 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• The Story of Abraham (part 6 of 7): The Greatest Sacrifice

  Description:

  The test of his lifetime, Abraham sees in a dream that he must sacrifice his “only son”, but is it Isaac or Ishmael?

  • By Imam Mufti
  • Published on 03 Apr 2006
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• The Story of Abraham (part 7 of 7): The Building of a Sanctuary

  Description:

  Abraham again visits his son Ishmael, but this time to fulfill a momentous task, the building of a House of Worship, a sanctuary for all of humanity.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 04 Apr 2006
  • Last modified on 28 Jan 2022
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• The Story of Lot (part 1 of 2): The Life and Times of Sodom

  Description:

  Prophet Lot admonishes his people and advises them to obey God.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 10 Nov 2008
  • Last modified on 31 Jul 2014
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• The Story of Lot (part 2 of 2): The Destruction of Sodom

  Description:

  The messengers arrive in Sodom, Prophet Lot tries to protect them from the evildoers, and God’s punishment happens.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 17 Nov 2008
  • Last modified on 23 Jun 2009
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• The Story of Joseph (part 1 of 7): The Tale Begins

  Description:

  Joseph receives a prophecy, and jealousy takes the better of his brothers.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 06 Oct 2008
  • Last modified on 16 Nov 2024
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• The Story of Joseph (part 2 of 7): Treachery and Deception

  Description:

  Joseph’s brothers betray him, and Jacob turns to God with patience and humility.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 06 Oct 2008
  • Last modified on 26 Oct 2008
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• The Story of Joseph (part 3 of 7): Sold into Slavery

  Description:

  Joseph is rescued from the well, sold into slavery, and is established in one of the greatest houses of Egypt.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 13 Oct 2008
  • Last modified on 26 Oct 2008
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• The Story of Joseph (part 4 of 7): Beauty and a Test

  Description:

  Joseph faces a great trial of seduction and seeks refuge with God.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 20 Oct 2008
  • Last modified on 26 Oct 2008
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• The Story of Joseph (part 5 of 7): From Prison to Palace

  Description:

  Joseph is sentenced to prison, interprets dreams, and is summoned to the palace.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 27 Oct 2008
  • Last modified on 23 Jun 2009
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• The Story of Joseph (part 6 of 7): The Importance of Dreams

  Description:

  Newly released from prison Joseph takes up a high position in the Egyptian government, and then comes face to face with  surprise.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 03 Nov 2008
  • Last modified on 03 Nov 2008
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• The Story of Joseph (part 7 of 7): Patience Rewarded

  Description:

  A stolen child, Joseph revealed and the fulfilment of a dream.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 03 Nov 2008
  • Last modified on 23 Jun 2009
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• The Story of Moses (part 1 of 12): Who is Moses?

  Description:

  The scene is set, and the child is born.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 01 Feb 2010
  • Last modified on 12 May 2013
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• The Story of Moses (part 2 of 12): Trust in God

  Description:

  Moses’ mother demonstrates that there is none more trustworthy than God Alone.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 01 Feb 2010
  • Last modified on 23 Mar 2010
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• The Story of Moses (part 3 of 12): Moses flees Egypt

  Description:

  God replaces weakness with strength.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 08 Feb 2010
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• The Story of Moses (part 4 of 12): A Stranger in a Strange Land

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  Moses finds shelter in Midian.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 08 Feb 2010
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• The Story of Moses (part 5 of 12): Moses Hears the Voice of God

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  A yearning for home leads Moses towards his destiny.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 15 Feb 2010
  • Last modified on 10 May 2015
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• The Story of Moses (part 6 of 12): An Amazing Conversation

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  The story so far.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 22 Feb 2010
  • Last modified on 23 Mar 2010
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• The Story of Moses (part 7 of 12): Magic & Illusion

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  By the permission of God, Moses defeats the magicians.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 22 Feb 2010
  • Last modified on 23 Mar 2010
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• The Story of Moses (part 8 of 12): Signs of God’s Magnificent Power

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  Egypt suffers but Pharaoh refuses to free the children of Israel.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 01 Mar 2010
  • Last modified on 23 Mar 2010
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• The Story of Moses (part 9 of 12): We Drowned Them in the Sea

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  The Children of Israel flee, but they are a broken people.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 01 Mar 2010
  • Last modified on 10 May 2015
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• The Story of Moses (part 10 of 12): The Ten Commandments

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  Prophet Moses led his people, the Children of Israel, out of Egypt.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 08 Mar 2010
  • Last modified on 23 Mar 2010
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• The Story of Moses (part 11 of 12): The Death of Moses

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  God punishes the idolaters and the death of Moses.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 08 Mar 2010
  • Last modified on 10 Nov 2013
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• The Story of Moses (part 12 of 12): Lessons from the life of Prophet Moses

  Description:

  Put your trust in God!

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2010 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 15 Mar 2010
  • Last modified on 23 Mar 2010
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• Stories of a Blessed Family (part 1 of 2): Prophet Zachary

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  Zachary was the Prophet guardian of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and the father of John, the Prophet in the wilderness who was contemporary with Jesus.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 26 May 2008
  • Last modified on 09 May 2024
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• Stories of a Blessed Family (part 2 of 2): Prophet John

  Description:

  The Prophet John, his character and mission, and the mutual support of his family, the family of Imran.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 26 May 2008
  • Last modified on 28 May 2008
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• The Story of Mary in Brief

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  A brief story of our mother Mary and her miraculous birth to Jesus.

  • By Marwa El-Naggar (Reading Islam)
  • Published on 24 Mar 2008
  • Last modified on 01 Jan 2020
  • Viewed: 88,735 (daily average: 14)
  • Rating: 3.6 out of 5
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• Mary, the Mother of Jesus (part 1 of 2): Who is Mary?

  Description:

  Christians know her as Mary, the mother of Jesus. Muslims also refer to her as the mother of Jesus, or in Arabic, Umm Eisa. In Islam Mary is often called Maryam bint Imran; Mary, the daughter of Imran. This article gives some background about her adoption by Zachariah so she could serve in the temple.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 28 Apr 2008
  • Last modified on 03 Oct 2020
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• Mary, the Mother of Jesus (part 2 of 2): The Birth of Jesus

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  This article describes what happened to Mary after she came under the care of the Prophet Zachariah.  It tells how the angel Gabriel announced the birth of a special child, how she coped with the bearing her baby, and relates some of the miracles that took place around the time Jesus was born.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 28 Apr 2008
  • Last modified on 05 Oct 2008
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• The Story of Jesus in Brief

  Description:

  Mention of Jesus son of Mary from the Quran and the sayings of Prophet Muhammad.

  • By Marwa El-Naggar (Reading Islam)
  • Published on 24 Mar 2008
  • Last modified on 05 Oct 2008
  • Viewed: 84,221 (daily average: 14)
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• Jesus, son of Mary (part 1 of 5): Muslims Love Jesus too!

  Description:

  Jesus and his first miracle, and a brief account about what Muslims believe about him.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 05 May 2008
  • Last modified on 29 May 2022
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• Jesus, son of Mary (part 2 of 5): The Message of Jesus

  Description:

  The true status of Jesus and his message in the Quran, and the relevance of the Bible today in relation to Muslim beliefs.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 05 May 2008
  • Last modified on 25 Nov 2021
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• Jesus, son of Mary (part 3 of 5): The Disciples

  Description:

  Another miracle of Jesus is described.  The real significance of the miracle of the table, spread with food.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 12 May 2008
  • Last modified on 05 Oct 2008
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• Jesus, son of Mary (part 4 of 5): Did Jesus Really Die?

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  This article outlines the Muslim belief concerning Jesus and the crucifixion. It also repudiates the notion of a need of ‘a sacrifice’ to pay for the original sin on behalf of mankind.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 12 May 2008
  • Last modified on 18 Aug 2011
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• Jesus, son of Mary (part 5 of 5): People of the Book

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  An overview of some of the terms the Quran use for Jesus and his followers from before the advent of Muhammad: the “Bani Israeel”, “Eissa” and the “People of the Book”.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2008 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 12 May 2008
  • Last modified on 05 Oct 2008
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• The Story of Jesus and Mary in the Holy Quran (part 2 of 3): Jesus I

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  This part explores the life of the Prophet Jesus, his message, miracles, his disciples and what is mentioned about them in the Holy Quran.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 03 Sep 2007
  • Last modified on 08 May 2014
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• The Story of Jesus and Mary in the Holy Quran (part 3 of 3): Jesus II

  Description:

  This part explores the verses of the Holy Quran that talk about God’s protection of Jesus, his followers, his second coming in this world and what will happen to him on the day of resurrection.

  • By IslamReligion.com
  • Published on 03 Sep 2007
  • Last modified on 08 May 2014
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• The Ones Who Perished (part 1 of 2): The Fate of the People of Noah, Sheba, Iram and Salih

  Description:

  Intriguing accounts of some of the past nations mentioned in the Quran and their prophets, along with various archaeological evidence supporting it.  Part 1.

  • By AbdurRahman Mahdi, www.Quran.nu, (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 20 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 06 May 2014
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• The Ones Who Perished (part 2 of 2): The People of Moses and Lot

  Description:

  Intriguing accounts of some of the past nations mentioned in the Quran and their prophets, along with various archaeological evidence supporting it.  Part 2.

  • By AbdurRahman Mahdi, www.Quran.nu, (edited by IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 20 Mar 2006
  • Last modified on 22 Jun 2010
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• Prophet Jonah

  Description:

  God is the only source of relief for those in distress.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 15 Jun 2009
  • Last modified on 15 Jun 2009
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• Prophet Saleh

  Description:

  God sent Prophets to all the nations on earth.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 15 Jun 2009
  • Last modified on 02 Aug 2015
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• The Story of Prophet Hud

  Description:

  The importance of seeking God’s forgiveness.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 31 Aug 2009
  • Last modified on 13 Sep 2009
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• The Story of Prophet Job

  Description:

  The story of Prophet Job, a patient Prophet totally submitted to God Almighty.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2009 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 07 Sep 2009
  • Last modified on 05 Nov 2013
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• Prophets of the Quran: An Introduction (part 1 of 2)

  Description:

  Belief in the prophets of God is a central part of Muslim faith.  Part 1 will introduce all the prophets before Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, mentioned in the Muslim scripture from Adam to Abraham and his two sons.

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 22 Apr 2013
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Prophets of the Quran: An Introduction (part 2 of 2)

  Description:

  Belief in the prophets of God is a central part of Muslim faith. Part 2 will introduce all the prophets before Prophet Muhammad, peace be on him, mentioned in the Muslim scripture from Lot to Jesus.

  • By Imam Mufti (© 2013 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 29 Apr 2013
  • Last modified on 25 Jun 2019
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• Story of Prophet Shuaib

  Description:

  The story of his life, his patience and perseverance, and the destruction of his people.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2015 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 25 May 2015
  • Last modified on 26 Nov 2015
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• Story of Prophet Jacob

  Description:

  His life and message including his patience and trust in God.

  • By Aisha Stacey (© 2015 IslamReligion.com)
  • Published on 01 Jun 2015
  • Last modified on 26 Nov 2015
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• The Happiest of All People

  Description:

  The happiest of all people were the Prophets, in spite of the fact that they suffered more than anyone else.

  • By islamtoday.net [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 28 Dec 2015
  • Last modified on 15 May 2019
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• 9 Lessons from Moses’ Conversation with God

  Description:

  Several life lessons to be learnt from the first encounter between one of the greatest Messengers of God and God Himself.

  • By Raiiq Ridwan (understandquran.com) [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 10 Dec 2018
  • Last modified on 12 Dec 2018
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• Lessons from the Story of the Mother of Moses

  Description:

  The stories of the Quran are there for us to derive lessons from.   In this article, we will learn several lessons from the mother of one of the greatest messengers of God, especially about reliance upon God and its fruits.

  • By Raiiq Ridwan (understandquran.com) [edited by IslamReligion.com]
  • Published on 17 Dec 2018
  • Last modified on 17 Dec 2018
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