Are Muslim women oppressed?
Among the many topics of interest to non-Muslims, the status of Muslim women and the theme of their rights -- or rather, the perceived lack of them - seems to be foremost. The media's portrayal of Muslim women, usually outlining their "oppression and mystery" seems ...
Son Of Who?
By - Yusuf Estes
Does the belief in Jesus, peace be upon him, as a 'son of God' really make sense?
What exactly does 'son of God' mean?
Can true salvation from God, be the punishment of someone else who is innocent from any of these crimes, to be punished as though he were ...
Who Was Jesus?
Islam honors all the prophets who were sent to mankind. Muslims respect all prophets in general, but Jesus in particular, because he was one of the prophets who foretold the coming of Muhammad. Muslims, too, await the second coming of Jesus. They consider him one of the greatest ...
A Letter from a muslim girl to her christian parents
Hello Mami and Papi,
I don't know how else to approach you in order to explain my
reasoning behind my life changing decision and have you listen and
understand at the same time.
Since I can long remember I have not be a strong believer ...
The Conditions of Laa ilaaha illa-Allaah
Sheikh Muhammed Salih Al-Munajjid
The first condition is knowledge, in the sense of negating what is negated in the Shahaadah and affirming what is affirmed therein - as opposed to being ignorant of that.
Allaah says (interpretation of the meanings):
Encouragement to give ongoing charity (sadaqah jaariyah)
Question:
I would like some information explaining what is meant by ongoing
charity (sadaqah jaariyah) and encouragement to do
it.
Answer:
Praise be to
Allaah.
Allaah has created man to worship Him. Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):
"And I (Allaah) created not the ...
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The difference between zakaah and sadaqah
Islam Question and
Answer
www.islam-qa.com
Question
No 9449
The difference between
zakaah and sadaqah
Question:
What is the difference between Sadaka and Zakar?
Answer:
Praise be to Allaah.
in Arabic means growth, blessing and purification.
See Lisaan al-'Arab, 14/358;, ...
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Our attitude concerning mockery of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be
Question:
We have heard
about the Westerners making fun of the Prophet (peace and blessings
of Allaah be upon him) and mocking him. What should our attitude be
towards that? How should we defend the Prophet (peace and blessings
of Allaah be upon him)?.
Answer:
Praise
be to Allaah.
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The wisdom behind the prescription of zakaah
Question:
Is there any
particular reason why zakaah is
prescribed?
Answer:
Praise be to
Allaah.
Firstly:
It should be noted that Allaah does not prescribe anything that is not for the best reasons and does not achieve the best interests. Allaah is the All-Knowing, Who encompasses ...
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WOMEN, SOCIETY AND A VIRTUOUS CONDUCT
(NEW)
Being part of the society in which we are existing, the expression/thought of modesty and righteousness may appear to be outmoded. Today's woman, though modern, cultured and unshackled, is more oppressed than any woman in the most culturally oppressive village in Afghanistan. ...
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The anti-Islam Dutch film - comment, criticism and advice
Question:
A Dutch
film has recently been released that maligns Islam and Muslims, and
describes them as terrorists. What is your advice to the Muslims
concerning this matter?.
Answer:
Praise be to
Allaah.
Firstly:
The conflict between truth and falsehood is an ancient one. The ...
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Different kinds of Charity
The difference between ongoing charity (sadaqah jaariyah) and other kinds of charity
Question:
Peace
be upon you and the mercy of Allaah and his blessings. May Allaah
reward you with good on behalf of Islam and the Muslims. Is there
any difference between charity and ongoing charity? If ...
