Ibn-Kathir) In this way, in that hostile, aloof environment, a new generation began to be formed. What were the characteristics of this race? The two most prominent characteristics were their being in

surroundings nurtured a generation which, in the words of Abraham, had the real capacity to become an Islamic community, that is, one which could surrender itself completely to the Will of God. The nature of

their predecessors, examined them, considered them from all angles, and often disproved and rejected what their forebears had considered truths as firm as rocks. But the truths which are enshrined in religion

the Quran. He points out that, among the West Asian nations, age-old custom and the dominance of Islam in particular, gave currency to the lunar calendar, and that

constitute an ideal, not just for men, but for both sexes. These are the qualities that form the basis of Islam and are the true means of salvation in the world to come. THE EXAMPLE OF MUSLIM WOMEN Just as men

all worldly transactions; withstanding the temptations of the self as instigated by Satan; paying what is due to God in terms of one’s wealth and life; giving the hereafter priority over the present

can continue to take up the task by sparing some time from their business or service, depending upon what course they have embarked upon after completing their education. If this plan is successful, the same

process can be repeated once again, Insha Allah, which occurred in Arabia in the early period of Islam when Muslim merchants travelled to all the corners of the globe, making commerce a means of spreading

Zakat nor is he ordered to acquire taxable items so that he may be able to obey the law on Zakat. What is desirable is that the believer should be active in carrying out duties which are applicable in

political leader in order to carry out the divine laws governing social life under his leadership. All Islamic commandments are the expression of some inner reality. When faith is rooted in the heart, it reflects

In essence, the teachings of Moses and Jesus were similar to those of the Prophet of Islam. But what we know today as Christianity has actually been subjected to human interpolation. It has been reduced

authentic picture of the Islamic way of life. With this book to throw light on the traditions of the Prophet and his Companions, one can pattern one’s life in such a way as to be certain of receiving God’s

Here we can see the cause of the esteem in which Muslims were held in times past. They made Islam a dominant force on the world scene, not through protests and demands, nor from spreading conflict and

People should know that in the Hereafter their case will be judged by the facts, not by what they utter. This is what is called in the Quran as ‘seeking to deceive God’. That is, their real purpose is self-interest

disagreement. People should know that in the Hereafter their case will be judged by the facts, not by what they utter.

ASK MAULANA What is the importance of ritual? Ritual is the outer form of worship. When imbued with the inner spirit, rituals are good, but without that, rituals are of no avail. The body of a human being

becomes a great teacher for you, provided you do not allow your negative thoughts to overcome you. What is the difference between adjustment and compromise? There is a great difference between the two.

of expediency designed merely to secure your interests, without following any particular principle. What is your view of the problem of suffering? The problem of suffering is not an evil. The positive point