Prophet of Islam in the Eyes of Lamartine
Prophet Muhammad was the best example in worship and conduct. All good manners and virtues were ideally manifest in him. He is loved and appreciated by countless numbers of believers. Yet when the testimony comes from a non-believer in his message, it has a different meaning. Here we quote what the French poet Alphonse de Lamartine said about him... More »
Tilawah of the Qur’an: Meaning and Blessings
What does the word tilawah mean? What does it take to truly understand the words and messages of Allah? Is it just reading? How does such act impact our life?
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Hajj: A Different Level of Existence
He left everything behind to accompany Him alone, focus on Him, feel His presence in such a sacred sanctuary. So how does it feel? What gates are open wide for them? How does hajj ennoble one’s nature?
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The Prophet’s Miraculous Night Journey: A Gift and a Test
What kind of gifts was the Night Journey to the Prophet from his Lord? How did it distinguish between the true believers and others? What lessons did it mean to teach?
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Know Who‘re the Mothers in Islam
Only when we see what Islam says about mothers and what status they have, we can imagine what status women have in Islam, how we are commanded to treat them…
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Changing the Name of a New Muslim: Custom or Religious?
As a new Muslim, is there a problem with keeping my original name? Do I have to change my name, and why? Does keeping it make me less Muslim? What’s the Islamic stand on that? Imam John (Yahya) Ederer tells his own story on this issue…
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Tips for Keeping a Balance in Life
In the face of a world full of temptations, you don’t have to keep aloof from worldly affairs to be a faithful believer, get closer to God. Learn how.
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New Muslims and Halloween
One of the problems faced by new Muslims is the issue of different celebration held throughout the year. Halloween or Hallowe'en or All Hallows' Eve is one example.
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The Believers: The Qur’anic Model
How does the Qur’an define the believers? How does it construct man to conduct? Is true belief about sincere worship or one’s personal and social conduct? What does Islam regulate our life and behavior?
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The Muslim and Truthfulness
Hypocrisy, in the form of untruthfulness, dishonesty, etc. is no way a trait of a Muslim or Islam. Learn how the Prophet described, condemned and warned against such a hated characteristic
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Cat Stevens Into Yusuf Islam
This interesting video reveals the reasons behind Cat Steven's disappearance from stardom and his spiritual journey towards faith and Islam. It shows how and why Islam appealed to and inspired Cat and made him rethink life.
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Aminah Assilmi: Without Islam I’m Nothing (Part 2)
With no husband, no children, no family, no friends, and no job Aminah stood firm to only earn the love of God. How did she make it? What strength did back her?
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From a Christian Preacher to a Muslim Community Leader: Khalil Meek
What did make a Christian of such a conservative upbringing, who always believed in Christianity, never challenged or questioned its teachings and beliefs, convert to Islam?
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Why Baba Ali accepted ISLAM?
Baba Ali who was formerly a Wiccan, went through many faces in his life. When his father was on his deathbed, Baba Ali realized that life is short and that he has to take his search for the truth more seriously. Baba Ali is now a Muslim. Watch as he narrates his journey to Islam.
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