so, and nowhere is this evident in the world of today.JULY 22 Bowing Before the Commandments of GodThere was a family of the Thaqif tribe of Ta‘if, named Banu ‘Amr ibn ‘Umayr, and another from Banu Makhzum

verse of the Quran: “Believers, have fear of God and waive what is still due to you from usury, if your faith be true; or war shall be declared against you by God and His apostle” (2:278-279). The attitude

the Banu ‘Amr ibn ‘Umayr immediately changed when they heard this verse and they said, “We turn to God and waive the interest still due.” (Ibn Kathir, Tafsir)

we are to merit this fate, we must ascertain from the Quran what God commands, and must observe from the life of the Prophet how God’s commands are to be carried out. We must then mould our lives on the

the second pillar of Islam, entails the worship of God five times a day in the prescribed manner. This mode of worship, laid down for mankind by God through His Prophet, is so all-embracing that one cannot

verses, to the madu. This means the general communication of God’s religion. The first and foremost duty assigned to a prophet was to convey God’s message to people, all the while observing every form of etiquette

demonstrating wisdom and well-wishing for the madu. He was to bring people abreast of the creation plan of God, which in the Quran is referred to as ‘bringing them from darkness to the light.’ (The Quran, 5:16)

man’s thinking and feelings should be so reformed that he should be enabled to follow the path of God whole-heartedly and with total concentration.

verses, to the madu. This means the general communication of God’s religion. The first and foremost duty assigned to a prophet was to convey God’s message to people, all the while observing every form of etiquette

demonstrating wisdom and well-wishing for the madu. He was to bring people abreast of the creation plan of God, which in the Quran is referred to as ‘bringing them from darkness to the light.’ (The Quran, 5:16)

man’s thinking and feelings should be so reformed that he should be enabled to follow the path of God whole-heartedly and with total concentration.

time to bear fruit. But, finally, by 1993, Muslim attitudes began to change, and now, by the grace of God, there has been a nation-wide adoption of a non-confrontational approach. The Muslims’ immediate gain

eternally perfect order. The resources needed for such a world are lacking. The Prophet taught that God has made this world one of trial and tribulation, not one of reward and retribution. The world is full

in the trial of life, accepting the role of God’s true servant, adopting the life pattern of the Prophet and restricting one’s freedom to the limits which God has laid down. The dreams of those who succeed

only one straight line from one point to another; so there can only be one path leading a person to God. This is the true path. The question is: what does truth consist of and how can it be found? Fortunately

to accept. This solitary truth consists of the teachings of Muhammad, the Prophet of God, on whom be peace and God’s blessings. Anyone who earnestly seeks the truth will find that no exacting choices have

communication of the divine message can take place at the global level The global communication of the word of God will certainly take place according to the law of cause and effect. Now modern communications are fully

the online and social media to spread the divine message all over the world. This communication of God’s Message will certainly take place according to the law of cause and effect. The facilities for this

one can access complete information regarding Islam in one’s own language. The entry of the word of God

rather than skill in noticing those of others which will benefit one in God’s presence. To notice others’ mistakes is to show God that one has been altogether too attentive to worldly matters. On the Day

Day of Judgement, a severe punishment awaits one who has been guilty of their error. God has given man the power of distinguishing between good and evil. People should use this power to avoid paths leading

YOUR SPHERE The believer leads his life in the sphere fixed for him by God. Staying within their limits makes them deserving of God’s mercy in this world and the Hereafter. There are innumerable planets

the stars and planets from colliding. A human being is required to follow exactly the same course. God has provided a fixed sphere, for the functioning or activities of all human beings. Every person has