This is an interesting question I received from one of my students a few years ago. I am sharing this with you because I felt you may find it beneficial and thoughtful. . . I was recently joined in discussion with several Hindu and Christian people both here and in England who are strongly of […]
Sin, Repentance, and Akhlaq
The Wisdom in Allah’s Allowing Sin Ibn al-Qayyim connects the wisdom behind the existence of Satan to the wisdom behind Allah decreeing sin and evil in the world. First of all, he emphasizes that Allah’s creation of both good and evil showcases His power and ability to create opposed and complementary things. He also addresses […]
The Curious Way God “Speaks”
This is an interesting discussion I had from a guest to my mosque several years ago. He is a member of the Order of Friars Minor, followers of St. Francis of Assisi. Dear Ahmed, May God be praised! Thank you for your class last evening. I found it to be very interesting. I am just […]
The Nature of Repentance
Introduction He is truly felicitous who purifies [his soul] and he fails who corrupts it. (Qur’an 91:9-10) Islam teaches that no one stands between a person and God. The Prophet said any sinner can sincerely repent, and through their remorse, receive forgiveness. The slate is clean, and the journey to God begins again. This will […]
Faith is a Choice
The discussion about religion and particularly Islam with my family has not been going well especially when they relate to ISIS or 9/11 and I try not to lose the argument. In our religion talks, there’s just not enough justification for me to explain other than “because Allah said so” which makes myself keep asking […]
Which is the True Islam?
So how does someone like me decide which of the two schools of thinking is the true Islam? Both factions endeavour to portray the other one as extremist and as a fringe. I do understand your protestations that yours is the correct one but then the other lot would stress that they are. Maybe those […]
