(part 1 of 2) Islam and Muslims The word „Islam“ is an Arabic word that means „devotion to the will of God“. This word comes from the same root as the Arabic word „salam“, which means „peace“. As such, the religion of Islam teaches that one has to surrender to God and live according to … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 3): An Introduction Islam and the followers of Islam, the Muslims, are very well known in the media these days. Various Islamic issues are discussed around the world, or issues that inevitably affect Muslims. Almost constant presence in the media means that there can hardly be anyone in the world who … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2) 1. What is Islam? Islam is the name of the religion or, more correctly, the „way of life“ which God (Allah) has revealed and which has been practiced by all the prophets and messengers of God whom He has sent to humanity. Even the name is unique among the other religions … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2) The ‚Great Mosque of Guangzhou‘ is also known as Huaisheng Mosque, which means ‚Remember the Wise‘ (a mosque in memory of the Prophet), and it usually becomes that Called ‚Guangta Mosque‘, which translates as ‚The Signal Tower Mosque‘. The Huaisheng Mosque is located on Guantgta Street (Light Pagoda Road) which … Weiterlesen
It is difficult to limit all of Islam to a few core values. Nevertheless, the most important foundations of faith were identified by the Prophet Muhammad himself. Therefore, there is general agreement among all Muslims. It provides an interesting comparison because modern Jews and Christians cannot show a similar uniformity in their belief systems. For … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2): Islam – A Perfect Way of Life Introduction The West makes a natural mistake in understanding Islamic tradition by assuming that religion means the same to Muslims as to most of the followers Religions since the industrial revolution and for some communities even before; that means an area of life that … Weiterlesen
The foundations of Islam are the testimony of two sentences: (i) Nobody has the right to be worshiped except God. (La ilaaha ‚ill-Allah), and (ii) Muhammad is God’s Messenger. (Muhammad-ur-Rasuul-ullah). This phrase is known as the shahaadah or testimony. By believing and witnessing to these two sentences you become a Muslim. It is the guiding … Weiterlesen
The Editorial Team of Dr. Abd Arrahman al-Muala (part 1 of 2): Introduction Man is by nature a sociable being. He cannot live on his own all the time, completely independent of others. People are interdependent. Accordingly, there is friction between them when their personal interests conflict or when what they consider to … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 3): The end of prophecy What is meant by “inclusiveness of Islam” is the fact that Islam is valid for all times and places. No matter who or where a person is, Islam should be their religion and way of life. This applies to those who lived during the Prophet’s lifetime … Weiterlesen
(part 1 of 2): A religion for all people, everywhere Many people all over the world are looking for the truth today. They look for meaning in their lives and ask what this life is good for. Men and women ask themselves: why am I here? Amid suffering and pain, mankind calls softly or … Weiterlesen