Human existence is not confined to the boundaries of this earthly life; rather, it stretches back to a prior realm. As the Quran reveals, we were among God's creatures enjoying His provisions in Paradise before our arrival here. [2:25] Give good news to those who believe and lead a righteous life that they will have gardens … Continue reading Life, Death, and Inception
By the Even and the Odd
In Sura 89, Dawn (Al-Fajr), God swears by the even and the odd. [89:3] By the even and the odd. (٣) وَٱلشَّفْعِ وَٱلْوَتْرِ The Quran is composed of 114 Suras (chapters) and 6,234 numbered verses. Summing the Sura numbers sequentially (1 + 2 + 3 + ... + 114) gives a total of 6,555. Separately, the total … Continue reading By the Even and the Odd
How Christians and Sunnis Justified Their Idolatry
Historically, both Christianity and traditional Islam have grappled with the tension between their foundational scriptures and the later traditions that emerged within their communities. Both faiths began with firm proclamations of strict monotheism with the declaration that there is no god but God. Yet, over time, scholars and theologians in both religions were compelled to … Continue reading How Christians and Sunnis Justified Their Idolatry
Believers Implore God Alone (Du‘ā in Quran)
According to the Quran, calling upon anyone or anything besides God—whether in prayer, supplication, or hope—is a grave act of association (shirk), signifying the attribution of partners to God. This act directly contradicts the Quran's foundational principle of strict monotheism. This article is a summary of the Quranic verses addressing the concept of "du‘ā" ( دُعَاء )—the act … Continue reading Believers Implore God Alone (Du‘ā in Quran)
Would You Support God’s Messenger, Today?
It is a common belief among those who consider themselves virtuous that, had they lived in the era of one of God's messengers, they would have been among the few to recognize the truth and follow their call. This assumption of moral clarity and inherent goodness comforts many, allowing them to imagine themselves as allies … Continue reading Would You Support God’s Messenger, Today?
The Messenger vs. The Message
A messenger of God comes to deliver God's message, and it is this message that should be valued and pursued throughout one's life. However, people often shift their focus from the message to the messenger, losing sight of the true purpose of their coming. This is evident, for example, in how many Christians have become … Continue reading The Messenger vs. The Message
Traditionalists vs. Quranists Compass
In understanding one's political affiliation, one of the tools a person can use is called the political compass. The political compass is a conceptual framework that allows individuals to locate their beliefs on a two-dimensional grid, providing a more nuanced understanding of political ideologies beyond the traditional left-right spectrum. It takes into account both economic … Continue reading Traditionalists vs. Quranists Compass
“Wa” in the Quran
The prefix "wa" ( وَ ) in the Arabic language is an important particle that appears frequently in the Quran, and it can serve a variety of functions depending on the context in which it is used. Below are some of the main forms and uses of "wa" in the Quran, along with examples from … Continue reading “Wa” in the Quran
The Supernatural: Science Waiting to Be Understood
Some skeptics argue that miracles are as logically impossible as a four-sided triangle. Just as a shape ceases to be a triangle if it has four sides, they claim that an event ceases to be real if it is classified as a miracle. Their reasoning is that invoking the concept of a miracle means attributing … Continue reading The Supernatural: Science Waiting to Be Understood
How Mass Memorization of Quran Fulfills the New Covenant Prophecy
The Quran is the most mass-memorized book in human history. Since its revelation, every practicing Muslim has committed either portions or the entire text to memory. From its inception, the Quran was preserved both orally and in written form, with the oral tradition remaining a central aspect of the practice even after its compilation into … Continue reading How Mass Memorization of Quran Fulfills the New Covenant Prophecy
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