Some of the most dangerous people in religious communities are not open disbelievers—they are the ones who quote scripture fluently, maintain perfect ritual, and demand loyalty in the name of “correct belief,” all while behaving in ways that betray every moral principle they claim to uphold. This is behavioral hypocrisy—when faith becomes a mask, not … Continue reading Behavioral Hypocrisy: When Faith Becomes a Cloak for Tyranny
Sanctified Arrogance: Hiding Behind Orthodoxy
What happens when someone who knows all the right theological answers behaves in all the wrong ways? Every community has its share of difficult personalities, but in a group of believers, we often assume that correct doctrine leads to righteous behavior. And yet, sometimes the opposite is true: the person most fluent in God’s scripture … Continue reading Sanctified Arrogance: Hiding Behind Orthodoxy
Where is the Sunni’s Isnad For Their Salat?
One of the foundational claims of Sunni Islam is that religious practice is preserved through Hadith, authenticated by a rigorous science of transmission—ʿIlm al-Rijāl—and a system of isnād, or chains of narration. But when it comes to the most essential ritual in Islam—Salāt (the Contact Prayer)—this claim falls apart. The reality is simple: Sunnis do … Continue reading Where is the Sunni’s Isnad For Their Salat?
Sincerity & Truth
The pursuit of truth is the defining moral challenge of every human being. But what makes someone capable of discovering it? The Quran makes the answer clear: sincerity. Not knowledge. Not heritage. Not clever arguments. Only sincerity grants a person access to truth. [56:75] I swear by the positions of the stars.[56:76] This is an oath, if … Continue reading Sincerity & Truth
Children of Israel, Yahud, and Hadu: A Quranic Distinction
One of the most frequently addressed groups in the Quran is the Children of Israel. Very early in the text, God calls upon them directly, reminding them of the covenant they made and the blessings they received. [2:40] O Children of Israel, remember My favor, which I bestowed upon you, and fulfill your part of … Continue reading Children of Israel, Yahud, and Hadu: A Quranic Distinction
The Omission of “The Prophets” (Al-Anbyã’) in Sura 21
Sura 21 of the Quran is titled Al-Anbiyā’ ( الأنبياء )—“The Prophets”—yet nowhere within its 112 verses does this word, nor any of its derivatives, appear. This is no oversight. God's speech is renowned for its precision and literary design; titles are never arbitrary. So why would an entire chapter be named “The Prophets” while … Continue reading The Omission of “The Prophets” (Al-Anbyã’) in Sura 21
Mustard Seed (Biblical Echo)
Though among the smallest of seeds, the mustard seed emerges in both the Quran and the Bible as a potent metaphor for divine justice, hidden intention, spiritual growth, and the expansive potential of sincere faith. Despite the differing linguistic and theological contexts, both scriptures use this symbol to convey that what is seemingly insignificant in … Continue reading Mustard Seed (Biblical Echo)
Beautiful Patience
Few figures in the Quran embody the quiet nobility of endurance like the prophet Jacob. His life was not spared from heartbreak. He was betrayed—not by enemies, but by his own sons, who faked the death of his beloved Joseph and presented a bloodied shirt as evidence. Years passed in agonizing separation, and yet Jacob … Continue reading Beautiful Patience
Does God Forget?
The Quran declares, without ambiguity, that God never forgets. [19:64] We do not come down except by the command of your Lord. To Him belongs our past, our future, and everything between them. Your Lord is never forgetful. وَمَا نَتَنَزَّلُ إِلَّا بِأَمْرِ رَبِّكَ لَهُۥ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِينَا وَمَا خَلْفَنَا وَمَا بَيْنَ ذَٰلِكَ وَمَا كَانَ رَبُّكَ نَسِيًّا … Continue reading Does God Forget?
Trade-Offs
Introduction: Every Choice Has a Cost In a well-known exchange, economist Milton Friedman was confronted by a college student about the safety of the Ford Pinto. The student argued that Ford should have invested more in safety measures to prevent fatalities, framing the issue as a moral failure on the company’s part. Rather than debating … Continue reading Trade-Offs
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