The Hajj (Great Pilgrimage to Mecca) is the fifth of the basic Muslim worship activities and facilities known as the Five Pillars of Islam. The pilgrimage in Islam is not made to any shrines of saints, to monasteries asking for the help of holy men, or to places that are said to have done miracles, … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2) Most of us who have declared war on our bellies have already experimented with some forms of fasting, such as pure fruit fasting, water fasting or sugar-free fasting, whatever we call it. But what many may find rather strange and surprising is that a whole community of people – be … Weiterlesen
A mosque is the building where Muslims worship God. Throughout Islamic history, the mosque has been the center of the community and cities have formed around this central building. Nowadays, especially in Muslim countries, there is a mosque on almost every corner; this makes it easy for Muslims to participate in the five daily prayers. … Weiterlesen
The Importance of Justice In the Islamic world view, justice means putting things in their rightful places. It also includes treating others equally. Justice is also a moral value and a quality of human personality in Islam, just like in Western tradition. Justice is similar to equality in the sense that it creates a state … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2): Physiology Before we discuss the concept of equality – and how it relates to men and women in Islam – we have to make an important difference. Many people who talk about equality understand that this should mean treating two groups exactly the same way. However, this is not always appropriate. … Weiterlesen
The spread of a world religion Lucy Berrington found that despite the hostile media coverage in the West, Muslim belief in the West was gaining more and more followers. Countless British citizens, mostly women, convert to Islam in times of deep divisions between the Anglican and Catholic Church. The number of conversions has increased so … Weiterlesen
Sami al-Majid One of the basic truths that come from the sacred texts is that no one can be compelled to accept Islam. It is the duty of Muslims to provide people with evidence of Islam so that they can recognize the truth of being wrong. According to this, whoever wants to can accept Islam … 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 3): An Introduction Islam and the followers of Islam, the Muslims, are very well known in the media these days. Various Islamic issues are discussed around the world, or issues that inevitably affect Muslims. Almost constant presence in the media means that there can hardly be anyone in the world who … 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