satanic culture? When God created Adam, He told Satan to acknowledge man. Satan refused to do so on the pretext of a self-styled excuse but the angels, in accordance with the command of God, immediately acknowledged

the angels heeded the command of God. This is the test of man in this world. Those who throw stones at others have failed in the test, while those who obey the word of God and welcome others, have been successful

its ideological power. The Quran is the book of God. It is this holy authorship which has produced in the Quran the capacity to conquer man, who is God’s creature. One example of this is recorded in the

Khutba (sermon): ‘Have I conveyed it (i.e. the truth) to you?’ The people replied, ‘Yes, O Prophet of God!’ The Prophet has been reported as saying: Religion will take refuge in Hejaz (Makkah and Madinah)

inform people of the truth. “The particular duty of the Israelites was to call people to the Oneness of God and to carry on a crusade against the sun, moon, and star worship of the heathens.” (Jewish Encyclopaedia

When the Israelites were entrusted with this responsibility in the time of Moses (c. 152-1400 B.C.) God also made special provision for them in the form of mann wa salwa (manna and quails), which they received

analyzed themselves completely, have been able to discover God and accept Him totally and unconditionally. This they have done by the grace of God. Purification (tazkiya) is compulsory for all men and women

line with the creation plan of God and who developed in themselves the desired personality according to His creation plan. These are the ones who will be rewarded by God and will gain entry into Paradise

analyzed themselves completely, have been able to discover God and accept Him totally and unconditionally. This they have done by the grace of God. Purification (tazkiya) is compulsory for all men and women

line with the creation plan of God and who developed in themselves the desired personality according to His creation plan. These are the ones who will be rewarded by God and will gain entry into Paradise

mysteries of the universe. Modern science, in its reality, is another name for discovering these words of God. The history of modern science is spread over 500 years. During this period, scientists have discovered

truth is that modern science in its nature, is the science of maarifah (God-realization). It has opened a great treasure of God-realization for the believers. Here by science we mean popular science, and

language. The truth is that the greatest source of achieving maarifah is contemplation on the creation of God. Supporting data is always required for contemplation. Before the developments of science, very limited

another name for God’s neighbourhood, and in this neighbourhood only those who are sincere in their belief in God and have compassion and love for God’s servants will find acceptance. God has the same compassionate

scheme of creation that this earthly plane should be marred by hatred, killing and violence. It is God’s most cherished desire that love should be returned for hatred, and violence should be met with peace

GRATITUDE TO GODAll forms of worship, are, in essence, manifestations of the feeling of that gratefulness, which is at the heart of a God-oriented life. Gratitude entails acknowledgement of God’s blessings

blessings. Gratitude means acknowledging the blessings of God. This acknowledgement has to be heartfelt, and only then does it take verbal form. Human beings have been created with the best of bodies and the

individual at all times. It is, therefore, incumbent upon him to repeatedly express his acknowledgement of God’s blessings. His heart should then overflow with the feeling of gratitude.

gaining one’s ends and then launching a violent course of action are against the creation plan of God. Neither the concept nor the deeds stemming therefrom are in accord with the divine scheme of things

the day of Retribution.” (MUSLIM, SAHIH) God loves the humble cry of His servant When a servant of God calls upon his Lord, and his call is pleasing to God, He orders Gabriel not to hasten the fulfillment

on my way.” “Well then,” said Abu Hurayrah, “That is what is meant by piety.” Giving oneself up to God and wishing others well When Jarir came to accept Islam, the Prophet said, “Jarir, give me your hand

surrender yourself to God, and show goodwill towards all Muslims,” replied the Prophet. Then as Jarir was actually swearing allegiance, he added, “In so far as I am able, Messenger of God.” Afterwards everyone