Site Admin Not only the Muslims fast. It has been practiced in connection with religious ceremonies by Christians, Jews, Confucians, Hindus and Taoists for centuries. God mentions this fact in the Qur’an: „O you who believe fasting is prescribed for you, as it was prescribed for those before you, so that you may become godly.“ (Quran 2: … Weiterlesen
Islam is not only recommended to give alms, it is the duty of every financially stable Muslim. Giving alms to those who are entitled to it is part of the Muslim character and one of the five pillars of the Islamic way of life. Zakat is considered a mandatory charity; it is a duty for … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2) The nature of religious belief is quite mysterious. As part of their religious affiliation, people believe in a variety of gods. There are people who have religious beliefs in the invisible, supreme, inimitable power, and then there are others who believe in some people as gods, or in animals (eg … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2): A religion for all people, everywhere Many people all over the world are looking for the truth today. They look for meaning in their lives and ask what this life is good for. Men and women ask themselves: why am I here? Amid suffering and pain, mankind calls softly or … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 3): The end of prophecy What is meant by “inclusiveness of Islam” is the fact that Islam is valid for all times and places. No matter who or where a person is, Islam should be their religion and way of life. This applies to those who lived during the Prophet’s lifetime … Weiterlesen
The foundations of Islam are the testimony of two sentences: (i) Nobody has the right to be worshiped except God. (La ilaaha ‚ill-Allah), and (ii) Muhammad is God’s Messenger. (Muhammad-ur-Rasuul-ullah). This phrase is known as the shahaadah or testimony. By believing and witnessing to these two sentences you become a Muslim. It is the guiding … Weiterlesen
It is difficult to limit all of Islam to a few core values. Nevertheless, the most important foundations of faith were identified by the Prophet Muhammad himself. Therefore, there is general agreement among all Muslims. It provides an interesting comparison because modern Jews and Christians cannot show a similar uniformity in their belief systems. For … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2) 1. What is Islam? Islam is the name of the religion or, more correctly, the „way of life“ which God (Allah) has revealed and which has been practiced by all the prophets and messengers of God whom He has sent to humanity. Even the name is unique among the other religions … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2) Islam and Muslims The word „Islam“ is an Arabic word that means „devotion to the will of God“. This word comes from the same root as the Arabic word „salam“, which means „peace“. As such, the religion of Islam teaches that one has to surrender to God and live according to … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2) Simplicity, rationality and practicability Islam is a religion without any mythology. His teachings are simple and understandable. He is free from superstitions and incomprehensible misconceptions. The unity of God, the prophethood of Muhammad and the concept of life after death are the principles of his faith. They are based on … Weiterlesen