Knowledge of Islam

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim Prophethood of Muhammed(PBUH) It was here, one night during the month of Holy Ramadhan at the age of 40, that the Almighty called Muhammed(PBUH) to his service. This night known as Laylatul- Qadr, 'The night of power', The spirit of truth was to descend with God's decree and light of humanity: The Quran.  The new chapter for the world was about to unfold.  The Cave- Part 1 The white Moon was shining brightly when suddenly he perceived a presence. Out of the stillness of the night, a voice was heard. 'Read', Muhammed(PBUH) was shaken 'I can't Read', he replied. The Earth seemed to tremble as the voice repeated the command pressing him on ' Read' ' I can't Read'. He felt himself frozen with fear, unable to move. 'Read' The awesome voice commanded again. ' What shall I Read', Then suddenly he was released : at that moment, all time and space were still. Peace- a...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim The Blackstone Muhammed(PBUH)'s company and wise counsel were greatly sought after. It is said that once when the sacred Kabah was being rebuilt after a serious flood had damaged its walls, a disagreement arouse among-st the 4 main tribe of the Quraysh as to which tribe should have the honor of replacing the sacred Blackstone. A skirmish was about to begin, when one of the elders suggested a solution: "Make the first to enter the gate your judge", he said they all looked, and to their great joy,  Muhammed(PBUH) entered. ' It is Al Ameen the Trustworthy', They cried. Muhammed(PBUH) saw what was happening and he asked for a piece of cloth to be brought. He laid the blackstone upon the cloth and told the members of each of the 4 tribes to hold the corners of the cloth and raise the stone as he, himself, eased it into its position. So he ended the quarrel and with it the treat of  war.  The Arabs of his time had ...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim The Trustworthy As a young man, Muhammed (PBUH) became known to everybody as Al Ameen, 'The Trustworthy' because of his honesty and noble character. His uncle loved him dearly and would take him on trading journey to Syria. This gave the opportunity to learn how to earn his living as a trader. He managed business well although he was relatively poor, Muhammed (PBUH) 's truthfulness and generous nature made him trusted and loved by everyone who knew him. There lived in Makkah one of the most honorable of ladies her name was Khadeejah. Muhammed(PBUH) had worked for her and at the age of 25 he received from her an indirect proposal of marriage. Although she was his senior and twice widowed, Muhammed(PBUH) accepted her offer.  They were married and lived a happy life. She bore him 2 sons and 4 daughters. Sadly the 2 sons died in infancy; Nevertheless it was an ideal marriage and they lived together a blissfully perfect ...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim Polytheists and Idols Polytheism, the cult of worshiping idols, was practiced by almost everyone. By everlasting religion and legacy of Abraham 'The worship of one true God alone had been buried and forgotten with time'. Over the years, some 360 idols and statues of false Gods had been installed in and around the Holy Kabah, worshiped as lords and intercessors. Even the followers of Moses and Jesus had diverged from the universality and teachings of the pure monotheistic faith of Abraham and had divided themselves into many separate sects and tribes. But Muhammed (PBUH), was an exceptional figure. He did not take part in any of this. It became his habit in later years to retreat to an isolated cave in the nearby mountain called Hira, not far from Makkah, to bare his heart and pray in search of Truth. With no sound but the stirring wind, he would contemplate, in his solitude, the signs of the universe.  Inshallah in next...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim  Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) Muhammad sallalaahu alaihi wasallam peace and blessing of Allah be upon him was a symbol of light and guidance for all time and for all people. He was the last messenger of God to humanity, the seal of prophets. To the oneness of God he called ' La illaha illallah muhammadur rasoolallah ' : There is none worthy of worship except Allah, Muhammad is the messenger of Allah. This is the life and message of Islam. Muhammad (PBUH), the last prophet was born in desert land of Arabia almost 600 years after Isa (Jesus) (PBUH) in the city of Makkah. Located in a deep valley surrounded by a certain of black and brown jagged mountains. Muhammad (PBUH) was an orphan. His father had died before he was born. By the tender age of 6, his mother Ameenah also died. He was left all alone to be brought up by his grandfather Abd al -Muttallib and later under the care of his paternal uncle Abu Talib.  Makkah...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim  Isa Alaihissalam (Jesus) Isa Alaihissalam (Jesus)was born in a place called Bethlehem near Jerusalem . Prophet Isa had a miraculous birth. He was born to the virgin Maryam(Peace Be Upon Her) without a father, by Allah's command(19:17-21). Allah(SWT) again sent a Prophet to bring them back to the right path. This Prophet Prophet was Isa Alaihissalam son of Maryam (Mary)(2:87). Allah(SWT) bestowed on him the Injil(Gospel) and Isa Alaihissalam confirmed what  was in the Tawrah(Torah)(5:46,61:6). Isa Alaihissalam born to a virgin Maryam(PBUH), could talk even as a baby. He was made a Prophet at the age of 30 and he did his duty as a Prophet for 3 years(19:29-34). When the angels said: O, Maryam(PBUH)! Allah(SWT) gives you the glad tidings of a word from Him, whose name is the Messiah, Isa son of Maryam(Jesus Son of Mary), illustrious in the world and the hereafter and one of those brought near(Unto Allah(SWT)). He will spea...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim Musa Alaihissalam (Moses) Musa Alaihissalam (Moses), the son of "Imran", was born in Egypt 450 years after Yusuf(PBUH)(Joseph). At that time the kings in Egypt were known as Firaun(Pharaoh). The followers of Prophet Yaqub, father of Prophet Yusuf are called "Bani Israel"(Israelites). Bani Israel lived in Egypt since the days of Prophet Yusuf. Prophet Yaqub was known as Israel.   Firaun the ruler of Egypt, looked the Bani Israel as 'Foreigners' and treated them badly. He feared that one day Bani Israel would grow in number and be powerful. So Firaun issued orders to kill every male child born in the family of Israel(28:4-6). Musa(PBUH) was born in this critical time. His Mother managed to conceal him for three months and when she could not manage any longer, she was inspired by Allah(SWT) to put Musa(PBUH) in a waterproof basket and throw it into the river(20:38-39). Maryam Musa's sister was asked to watch th...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim  Ibrahim Alaihissalam (Abraham) Ibrahim Alaihissalam was among the people of Babylon in Iraq, Ibrahim(PBUH) saw all of them worshiping the idols and asking the guidance from this Idols. Ibrahim(PBUH) also born in a family whose profession was to make and sell the idols. Ibrahim(PBUH) got beyond that physical world and saw the spiritual world behind Allah(SWT) took him many degrees higher.Allah(SWT) showed him spiritual glories behind the magnificent powers and laws of the physical universe. Ibrahim Alaihissalam decided to convince the people about the powerless idols. "And by Allah(SWT), I will surely plot against your idols after you have turned back and retired" (21:57). There was a celebration in the town and all attended including their religious leaders. Ibrahim(PBUH) now took the axe and began to break all the idols except the one which is biggest and he spared for a purpose. When he finished destroying all the idols he left th...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim Nuh Alaihissalam (Noah)    After many hundred years passed after Adam and the earth was filled with his children, they forget the Allah(SWT) and started worshiping idols. They became very greedy started lying, cheating and stealing. Prophet Nuh's generation inhabited the valleys of Tigris and Euphrates in Mesopotamia (Iraq). Nuh's generation had lost faith and abandoned themselves to evil. They rejected the message of previous messengers sent to the world. Allah(SWT) sent Nuh(PBUH) for those people to bring them back to worship Allah(SWT). Nuh invited the people to come back to Tawhid. He asked them to stop idol worship which was ruining them. He warned them about the Day Of Judgement (7:59-64). Prophet Nuh tried his best for many years to guide his people to worship Allah. But they would not listen. They laughed at him, mocked him, despised him and called him crazy and a liar (26:105;45:9). He took individuals into his confidence ...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim  Adam Alaihissalam (Adam) Allah(SWT) created Adam from clay and gave him the best of forms. He then commanded the Angels and Jinns to prostrate before Adam. The Angels obeyed but Iblis, who was one of the Jinn Refused to do so. Allah(SWT) asked, 'What prevented you from prostrating before that I have created?'. Iblis replied, I am better than him. You have created me from fire but him from clay.  His pride led him to disobey Allah(SWT). Allah(SWT) Asked him to get out of here you are an outcast. My curse is on you till the day of judgement. Then Iblis vowed to misguide Adam and his children. Allah(SWT) then asked Adam to live in Al Jannah. He had everything to enjoy but he was alone. So Allah created Hawwa (Eve). Adam and his wife were placed in a spiritual garden of innocence and bliss. But it was God's plan to give him a limited facility of choice. Allah said to Adam, not to go near that tree. This was intend to test and teac...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim Risalah (Prophethood)  Risala means message in arabic, Risalah is a channel of communication between Allah(SWT) and mankind to follow the right path and make this world peaceful and happy to live in and get the great reward after death for those who follow his guidance.  From the beginning of the creation Allah(SWT) has sent the guidance for mankind through his chosen people and they are called Prophets (Nabi) Prophets are also human beings, we should never refer them as Son of Allah(SWT) (Son of GOD). Allah(SWT) has No Partner, No Son and No Daughter. All the Prophets has the same message as Allah(SWT) is one and there is no other god beside him. According to a saying of Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) there are One hundred and twenty four thousand Prophets. Al Quran Mention most prominent Twenty Five Prophets by name and they are Prophets Of Allah (SWT) 01. Adam Alaihissalam (Adam) 02. Idris Alaihissalam (Enoch) ...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim Angels ' The Mala ikah' Angels are a special creation of Allah(SWT). They have been created from light(Nur) to perform specific duties. Angels have been given the qualities and powers necessary to carry out their duties, but they do not have free will. They always obey Allah(SWT) and can never disobey Him. Man, on the other hand, has been given free will to choose between right and wrong. This is why man will have to account for his actions on the Day of Judgement.  Angels are the sinless servants of Allah's will. They help men in the use of free will. Man decides what to do and the Angels help him carry out the decision. The duty of Angels is to glorify and praise Allah. They are incapable of disobeying Allah's order.They never get tired. They do not need sleep and they do not require worldly things that a human being would need.  Angels are a type of creatures who cannot be usually seen by man unless they appear i...

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim 1st Pillar: Kalimah-e-Tayyibah (Shahadah) - "Laa ilaaha illallaahu, Muhammadur-Rasulullaah”  There is none worthy of worship besides Allah SWT and the Muhammad(Peace be Upon him)is the Messenger of Allah. 2nd Pillar: Salat/Salah ( Namaz/ Prayer) - 5 compulsory daily prayers Salat/Namaz has to perform it correctly with Sincerity 5times a day. 3rd Pillar: Zakat/Zakah- Welfare contribution Certain Fixed proportion of the wealth is liable for zakat which has to be paid yearly for the benefit of the poor in the Muslim community. 4th Pillar: Saum (Fasting)  Observe saum(fasting) during the month of Ramadhan ( Avoiding food, drink and sexual intercourse from dawn to dusk). 5th Pillar: Hajj - Pilgrimage to Makkah To make a pilgrimage to the house of Allah(SWT) which is Kabah the sacred mosque at Makkah(if he/she is able to make this journey). Jazakallah

Bismillah Hirrahman Nirrahim The Books of Allah(SWT)  Allah's blessings are countless. He provides us with all that we need. We need guidance to carry out our duties. We are unable to guide ourselves because we have many weaknesses within us and very limited knowledge. Allah has the only power to give us guidance which is suitable for all times. Allah(SWT) has sent Prophets to show us the right path in life and he has also sent books of guidance through some Prophets. The messages with which Prophets are communicated is another article of faith. These messages are fundamentally the same in principle and meant for spreading humanity both by the Prophets and the followers.  Allah(SWT) the greatest favour to mankind is his guidance contained in the revealed books. Muslims believes in all the revealed books which are mentioned in the Al Quran. They are:  Al Tawrah (Torah) : Revealed to Prophet Musa (Moses) (PBUH) Al Zabur (Psalms) : Rev...