Among the most sensational figures in Hadith literature is the Dajjāl—a one-eyed deceiver said to perform miracles, roam the earth before the end of time, and claim divinity. Accounts of his identity vary wildly, from a prepubescent child whom ʿUmar reportedly considered beheading, to more elaborate and fantastical depictions. Most famously, a story of his … Continue reading Dajjāl, Cyclops, and the Collapse of Hadith Credibility
A World of Stories, But No Shared Reality
“If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything.” It’s a quote that’s been repeated so many times its origin is nearly forgotten. But in an age where information is endless and truth feels negotiable, its meaning has never been more relevant. We live in a world flooded with data, headlines, opinions, and “breaking … Continue reading A World of Stories, But No Shared Reality
When “Sahih” Hadith Victimizes Children (Quran vs. Hadith)
Islam proclaims itself as a religion of justice, mercy, and a defense for the weak in society. Yet buried within the hadith canon—especially in collections labeled sahih, or “authentic”—are narrations that do the very opposite: they victimize the innocent, normalize cruelty, and assign blame to those whom the Quran explicitly protects. These aren’t isolated fabrications … Continue reading When “Sahih” Hadith Victimizes Children (Quran vs. Hadith)
If Code 19 Doesn’t Exist, Neither Does the U.S.
There’s a tiny chunk of rock off the coast of Maine called Machias Seal Island. It’s about 15 acres—windswept, uninhabited, and home only to a Canadian lighthouse. And here’s the twist: both the United States and Canada claim it. The dispute goes back to the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which ended the American Revolutionary … Continue reading If Code 19 Doesn’t Exist, Neither Does the U.S.
Friday Prayer & Mobilization
Abstract: The Quranic command to “mobilize in the cause of God” as specified in 4:89 isn’t limited to warfare. The Arabic term (yuhājirū) refers to emigration—symbolizing physically moving in the cause of God, and public allegiance with the believers, and not just battle. Verses 9:38-49 and 60:1 demonstrate that mobilization encompasses spiritual, financial, and ideological … Continue reading Friday Prayer & Mobilization
Weaponizing Salat To Sow Division
Cults don’t always start out that way. Often, they begin as sincere religious groups—united by a shared purpose. Submitter communities are no exception. Many begin with noble principles: rejecting man-made traditions, upholding the Quran as the sole source of religious law, and consulting the teachings of the Messenger of the Covenant to resolve disputes. But … Continue reading Weaponizing Salat To Sow Division
The Deception of Selective Emphasis
The Quran is a complete, interconnected revelation. With 6,346 verses, any serious interpretation must consider its guidance in full. When someone emphasizes a handful of verses while suppressing those that clarify, qualify, or even limit them, they are not upholding the Quran—they are distorting it. This is the deception of selective emphasis: weaponizing isolated verses … Continue reading The Deception of Selective Emphasis
Hypocrites Dig Their Own Graves
In their zealous quest to “purify” the community, hypocrites often end up exposing the very corruption they pretend to oppose. They campaign for orthodoxy, demand loyalty, and push boundaries that God Himself never ordained. But in doing so, they are not safeguarding the religion—they are undermining it. The harder they push for ideological conformity, the … Continue reading Hypocrites Dig Their Own Graves
Taking From the Wahhabi Playbook
In a video titled “🔥 Wahhabism: Uncovering the Hidden Truth” by the Muslim Skeptic channel, a damning exposé reveals how Wahhabi ideology manipulates the concept of takfir—declaring someone a disbeliever—into a tool of control. The video outlines how Wahhabis operate with a pre-assembled file of “deviant beliefs” they keep on record for various Muslims of … Continue reading Taking From the Wahhabi Playbook
Who Can Lead Salat?
Years ago, I argued that the fourth dietary prohibition is limited to animals that are dedicated to other than God at the time of sacrifice, based on 6:145 and all other corroborating evidence. [6:145] Say, "I do not find in the revelations given to me any food that is prohibited for any eater except: (1) … Continue reading Who Can Lead Salat?
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