In the second half of Sura 5 verse 3, a statement reads, "Today, I have completed your religion, perfected My blessing upon you, and I have decreed Submission as the religion for you." Below is the complete verse. [5:3] Prohibited for you are animals that die of themselves, blood, the meat of pigs,* and animals dedicated … Continue reading Today, I have completed your religion (5:3)
Sunnis Followed the Sunnah of the Jews
Dhat Anwat ( ذَاتُ أَنْوَاطٍ ) was the name of a particular tree that was worshipped in Arabia before the revelation of the Quran.1 Pagans, including that of the Quraish, used to suspend their weapons on it as well as slaughter to it and devote themselves to it as they blessed and glorified it.2 https://lexicon.quranic-research.net/data/25_n/294_nwT.html In the following … Continue reading Sunnis Followed the Sunnah of the Jews
Two Deaths (Waffa & Mawt)
The Quran typically uses two words for death: "waffa" ( وَفَّىٰ ) and "mawt" ( مَوْت ). The triliteral root for the word "waffa" ( وَفَّىٰ ) is "Waw-Fa-Ya" ( و ف ي ). This root occurs 66 times in the Quran, approximately 24 times in the context of death. The root is used most … Continue reading Two Deaths (Waffa & Mawt)
Jinn Companions
Imagine you're standing in the courtroom, your heart racing, your palms sweaty. It's the day of your trial, the culmination of a lifetime of nerve-wracking anticipation. You've been accused of major crimes, charges that carry severe consequences. You've always prided yourself on covering your tracks and limiting who you disclosed your secrets to. Or so … Continue reading Jinn Companions
Sunnis getting high on their own supply
The phrase "don't get high on your own supply" originated from the 1983 movie "Scarface." In the film, the protagonist, drug dealer Tony Montana, starts excessively using his own cocaine supply, which ultimately leads to his downfall. Metaphorically, this phrase is applied to situations where people become overly self-confident or arrogant, believing they are infallible … Continue reading Sunnis getting high on their own supply
Fixed Traits vs. Malleable Attributes
I recently asked ChatGPT: Can a human be a cat? The initial response indicates that the application's creators did not like this line of question. Yet, after pressing it for an answer, it finally responded with the following reply: Humans cannot physically be cats, as they are biologically distinct species with different genetic, anatomical, and … Continue reading Fixed Traits vs. Malleable Attributes
Is the word Ahmad in 61:6 missing in the Sana Manuscript?
The following video posted by Rob Christian, who attempts to refute Islam, claims that the Sana Manuscript is missing an entire section of Sura 61:6. https://youtu.be/31IPTELvk6g?si=D3FKDAXNI9NewlfF Here is the verse as we find it today. [61:6] Recall that Jesus, son of Mary, said, "O Children of Israel, I am GOD's messenger to you, confirming the Torah … Continue reading Is the word Ahmad in 61:6 missing in the Sana Manuscript?
Debate: Truth & Answers
In this article, God willing, we hope to answer two questions: What can debate tell us about truth? When we debate, are we required to have all the answers? Debate as a method for finding truth Debate is an excellent way for us to find answers to our questions, and when used appropriately, it can … Continue reading Debate: Truth & Answers
100% of Salat to the Prophet
In an episode of Blogging Theology posted on YouTube on July 31, 2023, Imam Sami Zaharna says that the prophet recommended that one's Salat, dua, and zikr should be 100% exclusively upon the prophet! https://twitter.com/talkquran/status/1691968927247864094?s=20 He bases this understanding on the following Hadith. At-Tufail bin Ubayy bin Ka'b narrated from his father who said: "When … Continue reading 100% of Salat to the Prophet
Worshiping the Prophet’s Grave
Hadith: Do not turn houses into graves According to a Hadith attributed to Abu Hurairah, the prophet prohibited turning one's house into graves. Narrated Abu Hurairah: that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "Do not turn your houses into graves. Indeed Shaitan does not enter the house in which Surat Al-Baqarah is recited." حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ، … Continue reading Worshiping the Prophet’s Grave
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