IslamReligion.com - The Religion of Islamhttp://www.islamreligion.com/This web site is for people of various faiths who seek to understand Islam and Muslims.  It contains a lot of brief, yet informative articles about different aspects of Islam.  New articles are added every week.  Also, it features Live Help through chat.en-usTue, 21 May 2013 03:05:17 -05001440daily1http://www.islamreligion.com/feeds/islamreligion_icon.jpgIslamReligion.com - The Religion of Islamhttp://www.islamreligion.com/This web site is for people of various faiths who seek to understand Islam and Muslims.  It contains a lot of brief, yet informative articles about different aspects of Islam.  New articles are added every week.  Also, it features Live Help through chat.<![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: Slavery (part 2 of 2): Slavery in Islamic Law with Some Historical Observations]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10246http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10246Mon, 20 May 2013 00:59:00 -0500Shariah for dealing with slaves when it existed.  References are made to the primary sources of Islam: the Quran and the instructions of Prophet Muhammad.  Also, some interesting historical observations are made.]]>Description: Slavery is illegal in all Muslim countries.  The article outlines the humane rules of Shariah for dealing with slaves when it existed.  References are made to the primary sources of Islam: the Quran and the instructions of Prophet Muhammad.  Also, some interesting historical observations are made.

Slavery_-_part_2._001.jpgExcerpt: The principle that human beings are born free and slavery is accidental is accepted by all the scholars of Islam. Few important consequences of this principle are: Voluntary slavery is not allowed. A free person cannot become a slave even if he wants to. A free person cannot be enslaved. The interesting point is that Muslim theologians did not decide it, but the Prophet of Islam, Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, declared it to be a sin 1400 years ago. He said, "There are three types of people against whom I shall myself be a plaintiff on the Day of Judgement. Of these three, one is he who enslaves a free man, then sells him, and consumes this money."

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]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: Philosophical Reflections (part 3 of 5)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10247http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10247Mon, 20 May 2013 00:58:00 -0500Description: This series of articles provide a conceptual framework for answering the 'big questions' related to our existence.  Part 3 continues with the discussion on whether our existence has a purpose. 

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Islam: The True Religion of God]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10249http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10249Mon, 20 May 2013 00:39:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Islam: The True Religion of GodDescription: In this video, Abdur Raheem Green addresses the issue of every religion claiming that it is the true one and evaluates Islam with its evidence to prove that it is the true religion.

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Umar Abdullah Debois, Former Christian, USA]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10248http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10248Mon, 20 May 2013 00:38:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Umar Abdullah Debois, Former Christian, USADescription: In this video, Uman aka "L" Debois shares his story of how he came to Islam.

]]><![CDATA[FEATURED ARTICLE: A Messenger to Entire Humanity]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/43http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/43Mon, 20 May 2013 00:19:00 -0500Description: The Muslim sacred scripture, namely the Quran, lovingly invites people to accept the man whom God chose to deliver His final message to them: Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him.

A_Messenger_to_Entire_Humanity_001.jpgExcerpt: God invites all human beings to accept Muhammad as His "Messenger" who brought truth from his Lord. A "messenger" of God, in Islamic doctrine, is more than a prophet. A prophet is essentially someone who foretells the future. A "messenger" is a moral teacher appointed by God to carry the divine message to others based on revelation he receives. The reception of 'message' from God is termed 'revelation.' Islamic tradition views all 'messengers' as prophets, but all prophets are not considered 'messengers.' Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad, may God praise them, are viewed as messengers.

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]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: Slavery (part 1 of 2): A Review]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10243http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10243Mon, 13 May 2013 00:59:00 -0500Description: The article discussed three issues: (a) slavery in Judeo-Christian tradition (b) pre Civil War slavery in the US (c) modern slavery.

Slavery_-_part_1._001.jpgExcerpt: First, a knowledgeable Jew or Christian knows fully well that slavery is discussed in the Bible.  The Jewish law has much to say about slaves and their treatment.  This matter is not open to debate.  It is a fact every rabbi and a trained pastor is aware of. Second, just as the Jews and Christians do not discuss slavery in their teachings and sermons, Muslims do not teach much on the subject.  Why? The simple reason is that slavery as it existed in ancient times does not exist anymore.  To talk of "slavery in Islam" as if the Muslims practice it today is dishonesty.

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]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: Philosophical Reflections (part 2 of 5)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10241http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10241Mon, 13 May 2013 00:58:00 -0500Description: This series of articles provide a conceptual framework for answering the 'big questions' related to our existence.  Part 2 urges us to reflect on what actually is success and whether our existence has a purpose. 

Philosophical_Reflections_-_part_2._001.Excerpt: One of the best definitions I have found of success is "the completion of what is intended".  For example, if I were to intend to learn how to drive, and I passed my driving test, that would be a success.  As human beings we intend to achieve things all the time; to get a promotion; to be our own boss; to be a good father and husband; to travel the world or to write a book.

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]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: God: Delusion or Truth-Was Dawkins Right?]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10244http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10244Mon, 13 May 2013 00:39:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: God: Delusion or Truth-Was Dawkins Right?Description: In this video, Hamza Tzortzis and Rick Lewis debate to prove the existence of God

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Esa Sorial, Former Roman Catholic, Philipines]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10242http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10242Mon, 13 May 2013 00:38:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Esa Sorial, Former Roman Catholic, PhilipinesDescription: In this video, Esa shares his story of how he came to Islam

]]><![CDATA[FEATURED ARTICLE: The Story of Moses (part 1 of 12): Who is Moses?]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/3366http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/3366Mon, 13 May 2013 00:19:00 -0500Description: The scene is set, and the child is born.

The_Story_of_Moses_(part_1_of_10)_001.jpExcerpt: In both Judaism and Christianity Moses is a central figure. He is the man from the Old Testament most mentioned in the New Testament, he led the Israelites out of bondage in Egypt, communicated with God and received the Ten Commandments. Moses is known as both a religious leader and a lawgiver. In Islam, Moses is loved and respected; he is both a Prophet and a Messenger.

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]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: Philosophical Reflections (part 1 of 5)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10236http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10236Mon, 06 May 2013 00:59:00 -0500need for searching for the truth.  ]]>Description: This series of articles provide a conceptual framework for answering the 'big questions' related to our existence.  Part 1 discusses the need for searching for the truth. 

Philosophical_Reflections_-_part_1._001.Excerpt: These philosophical reflections are my thoughts on; truth, success, purpose, death, thinking, and worldview.  They were written with the intention to express my initial thinking that led to my current conclusions on life.  I have deliberately ended on questions rather than answers, as I wanted to provide a conceptual framework for readers who may not share my worldview, and to seek the answers for themselves.  Relevant Quranic verses have been included as introductory literary devices to evoke thought and set the mental scene.  This approach is a major theme in the Quran, as it frequently mentions, "Do you not reflect?"

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]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: The Argument for Islam]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10240http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10240Mon, 06 May 2013 00:39:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: The Argument for IslamDescription: In this video, Hamza Tzortzis shares some of the basic Arguments of the truth of Islam.

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Boonaa Mohammed, Hip-Hop, Canadian]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10237http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10237Mon, 06 May 2013 00:38:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Boonaa Mohammed, Hip-Hop, CanadianDescription: In this video, Boonaa shares his story of how he came back to Islam after his identity crisis

]]><![CDATA[FEATURED ARTICLE: My Mercy Prevails Over My Wrath (part 1 of 2)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/1183http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/1183Mon, 06 May 2013 00:19:00 -0500Description: How Mercy is manifest in God, and examples of the mercy of the Prophet and his Companions .

My_Mercy_Prevails_Over_My_Wrath_(part_1_Excerpt: "The willingness to forgive and not to punish" is a definition frequently used for the word mercy, but what is mercy in Islam? With Islam, mercy was given a deeper meaning that created a vital aspect in the life of every Muslim, which he is rewarded by God for showing. God's mercy, which is bestowed on all His creatures, is seen in everything we lay eyes on:

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]]><![CDATA[FEATURED VIDEO: The Day of Judgment]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/2620http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/2620Mon, 06 May 2013 00:09:00 -0500FEATURED VIDEO: The Day of JudgmentDescription: "Day of Judgment" is a concept found in various religions. As most other theoretical concepts in Islam, the concept of the day of judgment is authentically outline in the Islamic sacred texts (the Quran & the prophetic traditions). In this lecture Dr. Philips (an Islamic theologian) briefly explains the Islamic concept of the day of judgment.

]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: Prophets of the Quran: An Introduction (part 2 of 2)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10233http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10233Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:59:00 -0500Description: Belief in the prophets of God is a central part of Muslim faith. Part 2 will introduce all the prophets before Prophet Muhammad, peace be on him, mentioned in the Muslim scripture from Lot to Jesus.

Prophets_of_Quran_-_part_2._001.jpgExcerpt: Lot or Loot is mentioned 17 times in the Quran. He is the nephew of Abraham, the son of Abraham's brother. Lot lived towards the southern tip of the Dead Sea. His people were from Sodom and Gomorrah. Lot believed in Abraham and after their return from Egypt, they settled in separate locations. People of Sodom were the first to commit homosexuality. That is why homosexuals are sometimes called sodomites. His wife was not a believer. She did not commit the sin, but accepted it. Rocks were rained down on the people of Sodom and Gomorrah that crushed them.

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]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: The Quran's Rational Arguments]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10235http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10235Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:39:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: The Quran's Rational ArgumentsDescription: In this video, Dr. Jafar Idrees discusses the relationship between faith and reason

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Dear Human - Your Religion]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10234http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10234Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:38:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Dear Human - Your ReligionDescription: In this video, the human (you) are asked to contemplate on his religion regarding the questions in this video

]]><![CDATA[FEATURED ARTICLE: Judaism (part 1 of 4): An Introduction]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/5118http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/5118Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:19:00 -0500Description: What is Judaism and who are the Jews?

Judaism._001.jpgExcerpt: The Merriam Webster online dictionary defines Judaism as a religion developed among the ancient Hebrews and characterized by belief in one transcendent God who has revealed himself to Abraham, Moses, and the Hebrew prophets and by a religious life in accordance with Scriptures and rabbinic traditions. It would also be correct to say that Judaism incorporated the cultural, social, and religious beliefs and practices of the Jewish people.

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]]><![CDATA[FEATURED VIDEO: Why Am I Afraid To Convert To Islam]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/5187http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/5187Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:09:00 -0500FEATURED VIDEO: Why Am I Afraid To Convert To IslamDescription: In this video, Areeb Islam discusses why people are afraid of accepting Islam.

]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: Prophets of the Quran: An Introduction (part 1 of 2)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10228http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10228Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:59:00 -0500Description: Belief in the prophets of God is a central part of Muslim faith.  Part 1 will introduce all the prophets before Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, mentioned in the Muslim scripture from Adam to Abraham and his two sons.

Prophets_of_Quran_-_part_1._001.jpgExcerpt: The Quran mentions twenty five prophets, most of whom are mentioned in the Bible as well.  Who were these prophets, where did they live, who were they sent to, what are their names in the Quran and the Bible, and what are some of the miracles they performed? We will answer these simple questions. Before we begin, we must understand two matters: a. In Arabic two different words are used, Nabi and Rasool.  A Nabi is a prophet and a Rasool is a messenger or an apostle.  The two words are close in meaning for our purpose.

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]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: James Den C.  Bedico, Ex-Christian, Philippines]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10229http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10229Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:58:00 -0500Description: James fascination with Islam begins with knowing the concept of Oneness of God, seeing how Muslims pray and the love and loyalty Muslims have for Prophet Muhammad.   

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: The Doctrine of the Trinity: Divinely Revealed or Man-Made?]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10225http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10225Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:39:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: The Doctrine of the Trinity: Divinely Revealed or Man-Made?Description: In this video, Brother Adnan Rashid ellobrates on the doctine of trinity to come to a conclusion as to whether the tinity is divine or man-made

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Alex, Former Baptist Christian, Canada]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10224http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10224Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:38:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Alex, Former Baptist Christian, CanadaDescription: In this video, Alex shares his story of how he came to Islam.

]]><![CDATA[FEATURED ARTICLE: Ten Commandments in the Quran (part 1 of 3): A Quick Introduction]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/5114http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/5114Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:19:00 -0500Description: A review of what are the Ten Commandments and their place in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic faiths.

Ten_Commandments_Quick_Introduction._001Excerpt: Reading the title, some people might think of the 'The Ten Commandments,' one of the most financially successful movie rated as one of the best ten movies ever. Or the title might stir the memories of the national debate of putting 'The Ten Commandments' on public property and use in public schools that ended in the Supreme Court in 2005?

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]]><![CDATA[FEATURED VIDEO: Islam Versus Terrorism]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/5181http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/5181Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:09:00 -0500FEATURED VIDEO: Islam Versus TerrorismDescription: In this video, Yusuf Estes discusses about Islam versus Terrorism

]]><![CDATA[NEW ARTICLE: How Do We Know God is One? A Philosophical and Theological Perspective (part 3 of 3)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10217http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10217Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:59:00 -0500Description: The existence of God and His Oneness is known through reason and revelation.  Part 3 explains that the Oneness of God and His nature is known through revelation. 

How_Do_We_Know_God_is_One_(part_3_of_3).Excerpt: A simpler way of providing evidence for God's oneness is by referring to revelation.  The argument here is that if God has announced himself to humanity and this revelation can be proven to be from Him, then what He mentions about himself is obviously true.  The daring assumptions, from an agnostic perspective at least, are how do you know God has announced himself to mankind and in what form is this revelation?

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]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Islam & the 21st Century]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10223http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10223Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:39:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Islam & the 21st CenturyDescription: In this video, Dr. Zakir Naik explains everything about Islam at the Oxford Union

]]><![CDATA[NEW VIDEO: Isa Islam, Former Hindu, USA]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10222http://www.islamreligion.com/videos/10222Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:38:00 -0500NEW VIDEO: Isa Islam, Former Hindu, USADescription: In this video, Isa Islam shares his story of how he came to Islam

]]><![CDATA[FEATURED ARTICLE: Is Jesus God or sent by God? (part 1 of 2)]]>http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/5232http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/5232Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:19:00 -0500Description: The first of a two-part article discussing the true role of Jesus.  Part 1: Discusses whether Jesus called himself God, Jesus referred to as Lord and the nature of Jesus.

Is_Jesus_God_or_sent_by_God_(part_1_of_2Excerpt: Jesus is a figure who is loved and revered by billions of people the world over.  Yet there is so much confusion surrounding the status of this colossal personality.  Muslims and Christians both hold Jesus in high regard but view him in very different ways. The questions raised in this article aim to get to the heart of the issues surrounding Jesus: Is Jesus God? Or was he sent by God? Who was the real historical Jesus?

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