Islam, as represented in the Holy Quran and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (may Allah exalt his mention), laid down human rights centuries before they were known to the modern world. The following are some of these rights: 　　1. The security of Life and Property: 　　In the address which the... More

　　People answer these questions in different ways. Some people believe the purpose of life is getting wealthy. However, what will be the purpose of their life after collecting millions of dollars? If the purpose of life is to become wealthy, there will be no purpose after becoming wealthy. 　　In fact,... More

　　The first few people who embraced Islam at the hands of the Prophet Muhammad (may Allah exalt his mention) were his wife Khadeejah, may Allah be pleased with her, his adopted son Zayd, may Allah be pleased with him, and his eleven-year-old cousin ‘Ali, may Allah be pleased with him.... More

　　All praise is due to Allah. May His peace and blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad, his household and companions. 　　Brothers in faith! Be dutiful to Allah, for that is the best provision and the surest way to salvation on the Day of Resurrection. 　　Fellow Muslims! Things turn upside-down when those... More

　　By Khaalid Yaseen 　　Khalid Yaseen delivered this lecture in Saudi Arabia, and later that night, 43 people accepted Islam. That should tell you how powerful the message in the lecture was. 　　All praise be to Allah and may Allah exalt the mention of His messenger, Muhammad. 　　The information which I... More

　　Islam is an all-embracing way of life. It extends over the entire spectrum of life, showing us how to conduct all human activities in a sound and wholesome manner. It does not allow a hierarchy of priests or intermediaries between Allah and human beings, no farfetched abstractions and no complicated... More

　　One of the amazing things that strike the reader of the Quran is its significant and multifaceted emphasis on the relationship of man to the environment. This is not merely about self, family and surroundings. It’s about the whole universe—heavens and earth—and all of Allah’s magnificent creation in them. I'm... More

　　Islam and Security 　　One of the basic needs of man is to feel secure. The feeling of security is a psychological need which has to be satisfied so as to achieve the individual’s harmony and adjustment. As we know, human needs are of two types: physical and psychological. Physical needs... More

　　These are some of the distinct features of Islam, which make it necessary for modern man to seek his salvation through this ideology: 　　First, it must be well understood that Islam is not a mere ideological vision. It is a practical system of life that fully appreciates all the genuine... More

　　If we examine all the orders and laws of Islam, we find that every single law or order aims at bringing happiness to the individual. This applies to Islamic regulations with regard to worship, economics, penal laws and all other aspects of life. 　　The Belief in Allah and Psychological Security... More

　　In this century, where means of communication and transportation have gone beyond all expectations, cross-cultural awareness has become widespread. And with the collapse of communism and consequently the Soviet Union and many other communist countries, many proposals are presented urging the adoption of universal laws, values and morals to govern... More

　　First Example 　　Abu Tharr, may Allah be pleased with him, somehow got angry with the freed slave of Abu Bakr, Bilaal of Abyssinia, may Allah be pleased with them both. Both of them were Companions of the Prophet . The altercation became prolonged and Abu Tharr, may Allah be pleased... More

　　American poet, critic and author Colonel Donald S. Rockwell writes: "The simplicity of Islam, the powerful appeal and the compelling atmosphere of its mosques, the earnestness of its faithful followers, the confidence inspiring realization of millions throughout the world who answer the five daily calls to prayer, these factors attracted... More