Many are familiar with the well-known narrative of how the Prophet Muhammad is believed to have received his initial revelation, encapsulated in Sura 96:1-5. This story centers on the Angel Gabriel urging the Prophet to read, which he reportedly could not fulfill. Traditional interpretations of this account postulate that the prophet could not complete this … Continue reading 1st Revelation: What shall I read?
Messenger: Miracle & Message (Part IV)
As we saw in the previous article, God provides miracles to messengers to be revealed at a precise predetermined time. The primary role of a miracle is to act as a testament to the divine authority bestowed upon a messenger. However, the essence of a messenger's role transcends the mere display of miraculous signs. Fundamentally, … Continue reading Messenger: Miracle & Message (Part IV)
Miracles & Timing (Part III)
In the initial article from this series, we delved into the dual mechanisms through which God enacts miracles in our world. The first method is encapsulated in the divine command, "Be" (kun / كُن ), which instantaneously brings into being what is decreed (fayakūnu / فَيَكُونُ ). The second method involves the intricate weaving of … Continue reading Miracles & Timing (Part III)
Anatomy of a Miracle (Part II)
In the first article, we delved into the dual modalities through which God can manifest miracles. The first mode is encapsulated in the command "Be" (kun / كُن ), then it becomes (fayakūnu / فَيَكُونُ), which instantaneously manifests God's will into reality. The second mode operates through the principle of predestination, where the miracle is … Continue reading Anatomy of a Miracle (Part II)
Two Kinds of Miracles (Part I)
In this four-part series of articles, God willing, I hope to update our understanding of how we define a miracle, unpack what it is, and its implications according to the Quran. Often, people equate a miracle to how it comes to manifestation, but as we will see in this first article, how a miracle comes … Continue reading Two Kinds of Miracles (Part I)
Can Death Be Delayed? (Quran vs. Hadith)
According to Hadith from both Bukhari and Muslim, Moses was able to delay his death because he struck the Angel of Death and knocked out his eye. Narrated Abu Huraira: The Angel of Death was sent to Moses, and when he went to him, Moses slapped him severely, spoiling one of his eyes. The angel … Continue reading Can Death Be Delayed? (Quran vs. Hadith)
Good Deeds and God’s Mercy (Quran vs. Hadith)
According to the following Hadith, Bukhari claims that the prophet said deeds alone are decoupled from God's mercy. Such that someone who does good deeds will not be guaranteed God's mercy in the Hereafter. Narrated Abu Huraira: I heard Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) saying, "The good deeds of any person will not make him enter Paradise." … Continue reading Good Deeds and God’s Mercy (Quran vs. Hadith)
Abraham’s Honesty (Quran vs. Hadith)
The Quran informs us that Muhammad was commanded to follow the religion of Abraham, as it is through Abraham that all the rituals of Submission (Islam) originated. This includes Salat, Zakat, Fasting, and Hajj. [16:123] Then we inspired you (Muhammad) to follow the religion of Abraham, the monotheist; he never was an idol worshiper. ثُمَّ أَوْحَيْنَآ … Continue reading Abraham’s Honesty (Quran vs. Hadith)
Quran: Created or Uncreated?
One of the most controversial historical divides between the rationalists (Muʿtazilites) and the traditionalists (Sunnis) in 9th-century Islam was the nature of the Quran and whether it was created or uncreated. On one side, Mutazilites vehemently argued the Quran was created, asserting that since the Quran is the word of God, He "must have preceded His … Continue reading Quran: Created or Uncreated?
Inspiration, Barriers, and Messengers
The Quran informs us that there are three ways that God communicates with humans. [42:51] No human being can communicate with GOD except:(1) through inspiration,(2) or from behind a barrier,(3) or by sending a messenger through whom He reveals what He wills. He is the Most High, Most Wise. وَمَا كَانَ لِبَشَرٍ أَن يُكَلِّمَهُ ٱللَّهُ إِلَّا … Continue reading Inspiration, Barriers, and Messengers
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