Tawheed al-Asmaa’ was-Sifaat is one of three categories of monotheism: Tawheed ar- Ruboobiyyah, Tawheed al-Uloohiyyah, and Tawheed al-Asmaa’ was-Sifaat. Studying these three categories of monotheism separately helps us to gain a more complete understanding of the type of belief that Allah has made obligatory upon His servants. Tawheed ar-Ruboobiyyah or the monotheism of Allah’s Lordship [...]
. Linguistically the word shirk in the Arabic language refers to the meaning of «sharing». From this origin comes the term “sharakah” which means partnership. But the term shirk, in the context of the Qur’aan and the Sunnah is attributing a partner to Allah and directing any form of worship to other than Him. Shirk [...]
The difference between a Messenger and a Prophet? There are similarities and differences between messengers (rusul) and prophets (anbiyaa): They were all men. They were all trustworthy and honest. They all had the same mission: to spread the concept of tawheed. They all carried out their missions successfully. The differences between messengers and prophets are [...]
The Importance of Correct ‘Aqeedah ‘Aqeedah as defined in Islamic terminology relates to the creed that every Muslim’s should believe in. The principles of Iman (faith) as mentioned in hadeeth of Jibreel constitute the foundation of this ‘Aqeedah. In the mentioned narration, Jibreel enquired about the meaning of Iman, Islam, and Ihsaan. The Prophet (peace [...]
The Ruling Concerning Da’wah The duty of calling to Allah was passed on from the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and the Companions to those who followed them until today. This duty will then be passed on to the next generation of Muslims. Da‘wah is based upon certain principles and established upon pillars which [...]
In certain instances the Sharee‘ah (Islamic Law) seems to be very strict on its adherents. However, there are special cases that the law shows a fare amount of leniency. This is to indicate that the law recognizes genuine and natural circumstances of difficulty. The law is not as rigid as it appears to be. In [...]
. . Actions and Sunan in the Morning . Every morning signifies the beginning of a new day that offers the Muslim another opportunity to continue forging forward, closer to his Creator. Allah has filled the dawn of each day with boundless blessings for the believers. The Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him) prayed and [...]
. Islam encourages partners in a marriage to show tolerance, patience and exemplary character. For example, Allah says in the Chapter of Women. «and live with them in an amicable manner. If you dislike something of them, then perhaps you may dislike something and Allah makes therein much good.» [Soorah an-Nisaa, verse:19] Sometimes due to circumstances [...]
Why Islam Forbids Pork? Food and drink have direct effect on our health. That is why Islam has prescribed regulations about our food and drink. It lays great emphasis on our physical as well as moral health, because both of these are equally important for a healthy society. The abstention from eating pork is one [...]
