Among the Quran’s many vivid metaphors, few are as perplexing as the one found in Surah 22 (Al-Hajj), verse 31: [22:31] You shall maintain your devotion absolutely to GOD alone. Anyone who sets up any idol beside GOD is like one who fell from the sky, then gets snatched up by vultures, or blown away by … Continue reading Falling from the Sky: The Outcome of Idolatry
The Letter Nun in Qur’an 68:1: Early Tafsir Interpretations and Cross-Cultural Parallels
The interpretation of the letter "Nun" (ن) at the opening of Surah 68 in the Qur’an has long intrigued scholars, mystics, and rationalists alike. Classical Islamic commentators such as Ibn Kathir, Al-Tabari, and Al-Qurtubi preserved a range of early opinions—some viewing it as a disjointed Arabic letter with unknown meaning, others presenting vivid cosmological imagery … Continue reading The Letter Nun in Qur’an 68:1: Early Tafsir Interpretations and Cross-Cultural Parallels
Hadith Contradicts Itself—God’s Revelation Doesn’t
Throughout history, countless writings authored by men have been pawned off as divine revelation by religious authorities. The Quran, however, provides a clear and uncompromising litmus test—one that exposes forgeries and affirms what is truly from God: [4:82] Why do they not study the Quran carefully? If it were from other than God, they would have … Continue reading Hadith Contradicts Itself—God’s Revelation Doesn’t
12 Habits of Self Righteous People
https://youtu.be/il0SZQLFPpc?si=vCBYYruHYsi_ES9j Imagine a SWAT team raiding a building. They charge through the front door and sweep the first floor—but the criminal doesn’t just give up. He bolts upstairs. So the SWAT team follows, clearing the second floor. Again, the criminal escapes—up to the third. This chase continues, floor by floor, until he reaches the roof. … Continue reading 12 Habits of Self Righteous People
Dajjāl, Cyclops, and the Collapse of Hadith Credibility
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
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