Quran

Given the centrality of the Qur'an in the lives of the majority of more than one billion Muslims worldwide, the critical question is,"What, if there's anything, does the Qur'an say about human rights?"In Part One, we discussed the rights of life, respect, and justice. This part continues the discussion on human rights in the Qur'an. Right to Freedom Islam is …

Given the centrality of the Qur'an in the lives of the majority of more than one billion Muslims worldwide, the critical question is, "What, if anything, does the Qur'an say about human rights?"  I believe that the Qur'an is the Magna Carta of Muslims. A large part of its concern is focused on freeing human beings from the bondage of …

By :- Muzammil H. Siddiqi President of Fiqh Council — North America When we, Muslims, state that Islam is a religion of peace, we are not trying to prove something unreasonable or solve a crossword puzzle. Rather, we are just stating a fact backed by clear-cut evidence and unquestionable proofs. Even we don't need to state this fact, for Islam, in …

The Prophets' Supplications in the Qur'an Materialistic people observe only the norms they are accustomed to and the superficial factors and causes; they never see what is beyond. Believers, on the other hand, perceive what is below the surface. They perceive Allah’s power that manages all affairs. He, the Almighty, creates causes and consequences. Then why do people not resort …

The final section of Surat At-Taghbun addresses the believers, warning them against failure in the test represented in the temptation of spouses, children and riches. They are required to remain God-fearing, be obedient to him and give willingly for his cause. They are warned against being stingy. They are further promised the doubling of their provisions, forgiveness of their sins …

In societies characterized by the lack of Qur'anic morality, it is considered quite normal that people's behavior will change according to circumstances. They will exhibit good behavior when they can meet all of their physical and spiritual needs easily and ensure their own comfort, but will change completely when faced with any problem that may endanger their comfort. They cannot …