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Holy Quran Quiz 5
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Battle of Badr Quiz
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Surah Nas Quiz
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Surah Falaq Quiz
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Surah Ikhlas Quiz
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Holy Quran Quiz 4
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Holy Quran Quiz 3
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Holy Quran Quiz 2
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Holy Quran Quiz 1
Assalamualaikum. Here's a short quiz to test what you've learnt or already know about the Holy Quran. The quiz comprises of 5 multiple-choice-questions. Have fun!
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Live Taraweeh from Makkah 2020
Watch Live Taraweeh from Makkah during Ramadan 2020. The feed is relayed live from Makkah Live in HD 24 hours a day. Published by Haramain Support on their Youtube Channel. Watch Live Taraweeh from Makkah 2020 on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/GsAXZW5xA9A Night Prayer during Ramadan (Al-Qiyaam or Taraweeh) Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) ... Read more
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The Achievements of the Islamic Revivalist Struggle and the Main Task Ahead by Dr. Israr Ahmad
It is impossible to reflect on the conditions prevailing in Pakistan without feeling the pain of disappointment and dejection, even despair. We ponder the past and present of our homeland, and what do we find? We find a country that owed its very creation to Islam choosing the path of secularism. We find a country ... Read more
The Achievements of the Islamic Revivalist Struggle and the Main Task Ahead by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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The Process of an Islamic Revolution by Dr. Israr Ahmad
The Divinely ordained obligations of a Muslim can be understood as having three levels. The first obligation is to unconditionally obey the commandments of Almighty Allah (SWT) with an attitude of love and adoration (or Ibadah); the second obligation is to spread the message of Islam to every nook and corner of the world (or ... Read more
The Process of an Islamic Revolution by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Islamic Revolutionary Thought and its Decline by Dr. Israr Ahmad
The essence of Islamic Revolutionary Thought consists of the idea that it is not enough to practice Islam in the personal life, but that the teachings of the Qur’an and those of the Sunnah need also be implemented in their totality in the social, economic, and political fields. In other words, it implies the establishment ... Read more
Islamic Revolutionary Thought and its Decline by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Iqbal and the Reconstruction of Islamic Thought by Dr. Israr Ahmad
We have defined Islamic Revolutionary thought as the imperative to remove the dichotomy between Divine Revelation and state authority, or between the religious and the secular domains of human existence, and to establish the unconditional and unqualified ascendancy of the Qur’an and the Sunnah over all spheres of life, so that the Islamic System of ... Read more
Iqbal and the Reconstruction of Islamic Thought by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Historical Overview of the Execution of Iqbal’s Thought by Dr. Israr Ahmad
It is an irony of history that although the ideological foundations of the French Revolution of 1789 were laid down by a number of writers and thinkers – the most well-known among them being Rousseau and Voltaire – these intellectuals neither led nor even played any active role in the actual revolutionary struggle. Similarly, even ... Read more
Historical Overview of the Execution of Iqbal’s Thought by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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An Interview with Dr. Israr Ahmad
The following interview by Hadi Askari was published in the January-March 1998 issue of Tauheed International, a quarterly magazine of Muhammadi Education & Publications, London. Before reproducing it here, a number of changes have been made in this interview in order to improve its language and readability and to clarify some points. Certain misunderstandings by the interviewer have been corrected, and some less relevant or repetitive passages have been removed for the sake of brevity.
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Ahmed Deedat’s Encounter with Christian Missionaries – Video – by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
Ahmed Deedat’s Encounter with Christian Missionaries – Video – by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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Abdul Sattar Edhi “a giant amongst men” passes away by Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi
Abdul Sattar Edhi passed away on July 8, 2016 in Karachi, Pakistan Love, service & dedication Abdul Sattar Edhi came from a poor family. Almost illiterate growing up, not able to go to any University, and working as a poor factory worker, he decided at the age of 20, one year after his beloved mother ... Read more
Abdul Sattar Edhi “a giant amongst men” passes away by Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi
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Halal and Kosher Meat by iERA
What is Halal or Kosher Meat? Halal and Kosher meat is ritually-slaughtered meat according to Islamic and Judaic religious principles, respectively. There are many similarities between Halal and Kosher Meat. For meat to be lawful for Muslim or Jewish consumption: The animal must be healthy and not diseased The animal must be free from injury ... Read more
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Forgiveness in Islam – How to “Have a BIG Heart!” by Mufti Ismail Menk
Surat `Abasa (He Frowned) Sahih International I take refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan In the name of God the Gracious the Merciful The Prophet frowned and turned away (1). Because there came to him the blind man, [interrupting] (2). But what would make you perceive, [O Muhammad], that perhaps he might be purified ... Read more
Forgiveness in Islam – How to “Have a BIG Heart!” by Mufti Ismail Menk
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Understanding Jihad, “Striving in the Cause of Allah” by Dr. Israr Ahmad
If we were to make a list of all the Islamic terms and concepts that have been inadvertently misconstrued or deliberately distorted, by the apologetic Muslims or Western orientalists, then Jihad can easily be placed at the top of that list. Although the significance of Jihad in the Qur’an and Sunnah cannot be overstated, its ... Read more
Understanding Jihad, “Striving in the Cause of Allah” by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Islam and Social Media by Mufti Ismail Menk
Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu Bismillahi Walhumdulillahi Wassalatu Wassalamu AlaAbdillahi Wa Rasoolihi Muhammad Wa Ala Alihi Wa As’habihi Ajma’een Always we praise Allah Subhana Wataala. We send blessings and salutations upon Muhammad (peace be upon him), his entire household, all his companions, and all those who had struggled through the generations in a way that today we ... Read more
Islam and Social Media by Mufti Ismail Menk
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Ayyaam al-Beed: Voluntary Fasts by Dr. Bilal Phillips
Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu Bismillahi Walhumdulillahi Wassalatu Wassalamu AlaAbdillahi Wa Rasoolihi Muhammad Wa Ala Alihi Wa As’habihi Ajma’een Always we praise Allah Subhana Wataala. We send blessings and salutations upon Muhammad may peace be upon him, his entire household, all his companions, and all those who had struggled through the generations in a way that today ... Read more
Ayyaam al-Beed: Voluntary Fasts by Dr. Bilal Phillips
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The Muslim Woman’s Dress by Dr. Jamal A. Badawi
According to the Qur’an and Sunnah 1 INTRODUCTION To some as a subject the Muslim women’s dress may sound trivial. The Shari’ah, however, assigns it moral, social, and legal dimensions. One basic requirement to be a true believer according to the Qur’an is to make one’s opinions, feelings, and inclinations subservient to whatever Allah and ... Read more
The Muslim Woman’s Dress by Dr. Jamal A. Badawi
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The Man in The Red Underpants by Abdurraheem Green
Chapter 1 The Journey Begins I’m pretty sure you’re not going to like this. Probably not one bit. It talks about all sorts of things that a lot of us spend a lot of time trying to avoid. Like death! Yes, that’s right, death. Death, judgement, hellfire and paradise (or is it all pie in ... Read more
The Man in The Red Underpants by Abdurraheem Green
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An Introduction to Islam by Dr. Zakir Naik
Definition Islam is a Semitic religion, which has over one billion adherents all over the world. Islam means “submission to the will of God”. Muslims accept the Qur’an, as the word of God revealed to His last and final prophet, Muhammad (peace be upon him). Islam states that Allah (name of God in Arabic) sent ... Read more
An Introduction to Islam by Dr. Zakir Naik
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The Image of Islam in the West by Dr. Jamal Badawi
Every Muslim is an Arab and every Arab is a Muslim? The image of a Muslim being an Arab in long flowing robes on a camel or horse riding in the desert is a kind of stereotype that seems to have been deliberately propagated by the media. Even some of the more respectable writers somehow ... Read more
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Ten Most Common Questions Asked By Christian Missionaries Against Islam By Dr. Zakir Naik
1.QUR’AN PLAGIARIZED FROM THE BIBLE : Question Is it not true that Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) has copied the Qur’an from the Bible? Answer Many critics allege that Prophet Muhummad (pbuh) himself was not the author of the Qur’an but he learnt it and/or plagiarised (copied or adapted) it from other human sources or from previous ... Read more
Ten Most Common Questions Asked By Christian Missionaries Against Islam By Dr. Zakir Naik
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Prophet Muhammad In The Bible By Dr. Zakir Naik
Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) in the Old Testament: The Qur’an mentions in Surah Al-Araf chapter 7 verse 157: “Those who follow the Messenger, the unlettered Prophet, whom they find mentioned in their own (scriptures) in the law and the Gospel”. 1. MUHAMMAD (PBUH) PROPHESISED IN THE BOOK OF DEUTERONOMY: Almighty God speaks to Moses in Book ... Read more
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Introduction To Hinduism by Dr. Zakir Naik
I INTRODUCTION TO HINDUISM: The most popular among the Aryan religions is Hinduism. ‘Hindu’ is actually a Persian word that stands for the inhabitants of the region beyond the Indus Valley. However, in common parlance, Hinduism is a blanket term for an assortment of religious beliefs, most of which are based on the Vedas, the ... Read more
Introduction To Hinduism by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Concept Of God In Christianity by Dr. Zakir Naik
I Position of Jesus (pbuh) in Islam: Islam is the only non-Christian faith, which makes it an article of faith to believe in Jesus (pbuh). No Muslim is a Muslim if he does not believe in Jesus (pbuh). We believe that he was one of the mightiest Messengers of Allah (swt). We believe that he ... Read more
Concept Of God In Christianity by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Concept of God in Islam by Dr. Zakir Naik
The Most Concise Definition of God: The most concise definition of God in Islam is given in the four verses of Surah Ikhlas which is Chapter 112 of the Qur’an: “Say: He is Allah, The One and Only. “Allah, the Eternal, Absolute. “He begets not, nor is He begotten. And there is none like unto ... Read more
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The Tragedy of Karbala by Dr. Israr Ahmad
Translated into English by Commander (Rtd.) Muhammad Tufail Markazi Anjuman Khuddam-ul-Qur’an Lahore Foreword Although medieval Muslim historians undoubtedly give the impression that Islam has grown into a large number of sects (or parties, firaq), most of these are not “sects” but legal and theological schools, as pointed out by orientalists like Goldzihr. Indeed, throughout the ... Read more
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Rise and Decline of Muslim Ummah by Dr. Israr Ahmad
“In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful”. The Two Periods of the Rise and Decline of the Muslim Ummah The Twentieth century of the Christian era, according to our analysis, presents a decisive turning point in the history of the Muslim Ummah (community). At the end of the first quarter of the century ... Read more
Rise and Decline of Muslim Ummah by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Religious Obligations of Muslim Women by Dr. Israr Ahmad
The Importance of Religious Obligations It is essential for every individual to acquire a comprehensive understanding of his religious obligations. If a person is ignorant of the duties assigned to him by Allah (SWT) through His Deen (the comprehensive code of life), he will be unable to perform his obligations in true spirit. Similarly, if ... Read more
Religious Obligations of Muslim Women by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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The Bible Compared to The Quran by Shaikh Yusuf Estes and Gary Miller
It should be stated at the outset of this work, that Muslims do not seek to put down or desecrete the Holy Bible. It is a matter critical matter of faith for Muslims to believe in the original revelations that came down to Moses, David, Solomon and Jesus, just as it is is important for ... Read more
The Bible Compared to The Quran by Shaikh Yusuf Estes and Gary Miller
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Muhammad in the Bible by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
Could he be the “Paraklytos”? More than fourteen centuries have passed since the prophet of Arabia made claim to being the last and final ‘messenger and slave’ of Allah. Yet the intensity of discussion amongst scholars from all religions seems to have increased over the years and gained in volocity in the last few years ... Read more
Muhammad in the Bible by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
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Lessons From History by Dr. Israr Ahmad
Let us begin by reflecting on the past and present of the Muslim Urnmah: her quandaries and dilemmas, her swinging fortunes, her glorious and at times pathetic history, her uncertain present, and, finally, her unknown destiny. Every concerned and thoughtful Muslim is sure to ponder, at one time or another, over the question of our ... Read more
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Why do Priests and Preachers enter Islam? by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
Many people ask me how a preacher or priest in Christianity can ever go to Islam, especially considering all the negative things that we hear about Islam and Muslims everyday. Some people are simply curious, while others take a profound exception to my “conversion” to Islam. Some have asked how I could have turned my ... Read more
Why do Priests and Preachers enter Islam? by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
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“Son of Who?” by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
Does the belief in Jesus, peace be upon him, as a ‘son of God’ really make sense? What exactly does ‘son of God’ mean? Can true salvation from God, be the punishment of someone else who is innocent from any of these crimes, to be punished as though he were guilty? Does God need someone ... Read more
“Son of Who?” by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
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Bible A Closer Look by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
First of all, let me begin by saying that I am a former Christian, preacher, minister of music and organist for a long number of years in the Disciples of Christ Church, Baptist, Methodist churches and The Church of God. I totally and completely accepted the teachings and concepts of salvation within the Christian church ... Read more
Bible A Closer Look by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
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Answers to Non-Muslims by Dr. Zakir Naik
INTRODUCTION Da’wah is a duty Most Muslims know that Islam is a universal religion, meant for all mankind. Allah (swt) is the Lord of the entire Universe, and Muslims have been entrusted with the duty of conveying His message to all mankind. Alas, most Muslims today have become callous towards this duty! While accepting Islam ... Read more
Answers to Non-Muslims by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Concept of God in Major Religions by Dr. Zakir Naik
INTRODUCTION One of the distinguishing features of our civilisation is the presence of a large number of religions and ethical systems. Mankind has always sought to understand the reason for creation and his own place in the scheme of things. Arnold Toynbee studied the history of man through the ages and put his findings in ... Read more
Concept of God in Major Religions by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Is the Quran God’s Word? Question and Answer Session – Part Two – by Dr. Zakir Naik
(Dr. Mohammed) Thank you, Jazakallah khair for the very rapt…er… kind and rapt attention you all have shown during the course of the lecture. Now we come to the second part of our session and we hope to have a similar in fact a better interest of yours, that is the Question and Answer session. ... Read more
Is the Quran God’s Word? Question and Answer Session – Part Two – by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Focus On Islam by Dr. Zakir Naik
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. We begin with the permission of the President, the honorable, Mr. Justice Laxmanan seated to my left, I call upon this meeting to order. Mr. Justice Laxmanan, ladies, and gentleman, the purpose of this meeting, is to give all our Non-Muslims friends here, an opportunity to ... Read more
Focus On Islam by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Is the Quran God’s Word? – Part One – by Dr. Zakir Naik
(Dr. Mohammad) Bismillah Hirrehmaaan Nirraheem. We begin todays programme with the Qirat – The recitation of the Holy Qur’an by brother Ashraf Mohammedy. Brother Ashraf Mohammady: Assalaam wa alaikum wa rehmatullahi wa barakatahu. …Arabic… The translation … Surah Sajadah, Chapter 32, Verses 1 to 3, I seek refuge with Allah from Satan the accursed. In ... Read more
Is the Quran God’s Word? – Part One – by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Women’s Rights in Islam – Modernising or Outdated – Part One – by Dr. Zakir Naik
(Dr. Mohammed) Assalaamu Alaikum… May peace be on you all. Honorable Justice Kazi, respected elders, distinguished guests, members of the press, friends, brothers and sisters. There are many social traumas, problems and conflicts… women in society face today, and we sincerely need to find viable holistic and humanistic solutions to them. In this context, the ... Read more
Women’s Rights in Islam – Modernising or Outdated – Part One – by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Islam and Terrorism by Dr. Zakir Naik
MUSLIMS ARE FUNDAMENTALISTS AND TERRORISTS Question: Why are most of the Muslims fundamentalists and terrorists? Answer: This question is often hurled at Muslims, either directly or indirectly, during any discussion on religion or world affairs. Muslim stereotypes are perpetuated in every form of the media accompanied by gross misinformation about Islam and Muslims. In fact, ... Read more
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The Quran and Modern Science – Compatible or Incompatible by Dr. Zakir Naik
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful 1. INTRODUCTION Ever since the dawn of human life on this planet, Man has always tried to understand Nature, his own place in the scheme of Creation and the purpose of Life itself. In this quest for Truth, spanning many centuries and diverse civilizations, organized religion ... Read more
The Quran and Modern Science – Compatible or Incompatible by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Comparative Study Between Islam and Hinduism by Dr. Zakir Naik
PRESENTING ISLAM TO HINDUS Arabic Recitation (3:64) I. Introduction A. Introduction of Hinduism 1. Definition of a Hindu The word Hindu has geographical significance and was used originally for those people who lived beyond the river Sindhu or the region watered by the river Indus. Some historians say that it was first used by the ... Read more
Comparative Study Between Islam and Hinduism by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Is Non-Vegetarian Food Permitted or Prohibited for the Human Being? – Part Two by Dr. Zakir Naik
(Back Ground Azaan, By Brother Yusuf Islam) Islamic Research Foundation An International Resource Centre For Understanding And Clarification, On Islam And Comparative Religion. Islamic Research Foundation Provides For Free Hire And Sale, Video And Audio Cassettes, On Islam And Comparative Religion. This Being, The Largest And Best Collection Internationally. It Includes Films, Television Programmes, Documentaries, ... Read more
Is Non-Vegetarian Food Permitted or Prohibited for the Human Being? – Part Two by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Women’s Rights in Islam – Modernising or Outdated – Part Two – by Dr. Zakir Naik
(Dr. Mohammed) Bismillah. Now we would be having the Question and Answer session. We would like you to kindly understand and observe the rules, that have to be followed, during the Question and Answer session, so that we can derive the maximum benefit from it. 3 mikes have been provided for the questions from the ... Read more
Women’s Rights in Islam – Modernising or Outdated – Part Two – by Dr. Zakir Naik
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The Quran and The Bible – In the Light of Science – Part Two by Dr. Zakir Naik
(Dr. Mohammed) Now I call upon Dr. William Campbell to present his response to Dr. Zakir Naik. (Clapping) (Dr. William Campbell) Well, Dr. Naik has brought up some real problems. I do not agree with his answer about the Qur’an, in times of the alaqa and mudga – I still think it is a big ... Read more
The Quran and The Bible – In the Light of Science – Part Two by Dr. Zakir Naik
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The Quran and The Bible – In the Light of Science – Part One by Dr. Zakir Naik
(Sabeel Ahmed) Auzubillahi Minash Shaitanir Rajeem, Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim..…(Arabic)…In the Name of Allah the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Dr. William Campbell, Dr. Zakir Naik, Dr. Mazachis, Dr. Jamal Badawi, Dr. Samuel Nauman and Mr. Sam Shamoon, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, As Salaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatahu… Peace and Blessings of Almighty Allah ... Read more
The Quran and The Bible – In the Light of Science – Part One by Dr. Zakir Naik
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Quran and Modern Science – Conflict or Conciliation? – Part Two
(Back Ground Azaan, By Brother Yusuf Islam) Islamic Research Foundation An International Resource Centre For Understanding And Clarification, On Islam And Comparative Religion. Islamic Research Foundation Provides For Free Hire And Sale, Video And Audio Cassettes, On Islam And Comparative Religion. This Being, The Largest And Best Collection Internationally. It Includes Films, Television Programmes, Documentaries, ... Read more
Quran and Modern Science – Conflict or Conciliation? – Part Two
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Quran and Modern Science – Conflict or Conciliation – Part One
(Dr. Mohammed) Bismillah Hirrahman Nirraheem. We begin today’s programme, with a qiraat by brother Ashraf Mohammedy. (Ashraf Mohammedy) (Arabic)…The Translation – Surah Mominun, Ch. No. 23, Verses No. 12 to 22. ‘Man, We did create from a quintessence of clay, then We placed him as a drop of sperm in a place of rest firmly ... Read more
Quran and Modern Science – Conflict or Conciliation – Part One
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Is Non-Vegetarian Food Permitted or Prohibited for the Human Being? – Part One
(Dr. Mohammed) In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. Mr. Y.P. Trivedi, the chief guest of the evening, Mr. Rashmibhai Zaveri, Dr. Zakir Naik, Mr. Chamanbhai Vohra, Mr. Dhanraj Salecha, distinguished guest, ladies and gentlemen, Assalomo Alaykum – May peace be on you. On behalf of the organizers, the Indian Vegetarian Congress, the ... Read more
Is Non-Vegetarian Food Permitted or Prohibited for the Human Being? – Part One
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Combat Kit by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
HOW TO USE COMBAT KIT 1. AIDS AND HOMOSEXUALITY: The Holy Bible gives the cause of this cancer and blight: ” Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, And changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and four footed beasts, and creeping things. ... Read more
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Crucifixion or Cruci-fiction by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
CHAPTER 1 THE ONLY SALES-POINT “MOST INFLUENTIAL MEN” Recently, an American historical researcher and mathematician, Michael H. Hart, published a book : “THE 100, THE TOP HUNDRED OR THE GREATEST HUNDRED IN HISTORY.” In his book he gives the names of the 100 “Most Influential Men in History” and his reasons for their positions in ... Read more
Crucifixion or Cruci-fiction by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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Muhammad the Greatest, Deedat, Book
Chapter 1 “And most certainly, thou (O Muhammad) are of most sublime and exalted character.” (The Holy Qur’ân, 68:4) How the Topic Arose About ten years ago, a distant cousin of mine – Mr. Mohamed Mehtar Farooki gave me a typed quotation by the French historian, Lamartine. The quotation [A detailed exposition of the quotation ... Read more
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Muhammad The Natural Successor To Christ by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
CHAPTER 1 The final Messenger MULTI-FACETED SUCCESSION Successions are of many kinds like the birthright of the “first-born” as in Jewish law. Or the ascending of the eldest son or daughter to the kingly throne. Or by election, to select a candidate by the vote of the majority. Or Theologically, an appointment by Divine Decree ... Read more
Muhammad The Natural Successor To Christ by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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The Muslim At Prayer by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
THE OPENING CHAPTER OF THE HOLY QUR’AN In the name of Allah (God), The Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful. All praise belongs to Allah, the Lord (Who is the Creator, Sustainer and Guide) of all the worlds. The Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful; Sovereign of the Day of Judgement. Thee (alone) do we worship, And ... Read more
The Muslim At Prayer by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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The True Message of Jesus Christ by Dr. Bilal Philips
CHAPTER TWO: JESUS, THE PERSON As has been shown in the previous chapter, the Biblical scriptures, both New and Old Testaments, are unreliable sources and cannot, therefore, be used as an authentic means of knowing the truth about the man called Jesus Christ or about his mission and message. However, a close examination of these ... Read more
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Universal Brotherhood By Dr. Zakir Naik
(Br. Moin Don) Alhamdulillahi Rabbil Aalamin …(Arabic)… Good morning ladies and gentlemen – It is indeed a matter of great pleasure and pride for all the citizens of Bhiwandi, to have amongst us today, Dr. Zakir Naik. I take this opportunity to welcome Dr. Zakir Naik and the dignitaries from all the walks of the ... Read more
Universal Brotherhood By Dr. Zakir Naik
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Calling People Unto Allah by Dr. Israr Ahmad
I do not deem myself competent enough to address such a magnificent religious gathering. But as you have invited me to speak to you on this occasion, I comply most humbly by submitting a few random thoughts on topic which might be really beneficial to those who, according to a Qur’anic verse, “hear and bear ... Read more
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Three-point Action Agenda for the Muslim Ummah by Dr. Israr Ahmad
Three ayaat (102-104) of Surah Aal-e-Imran are of immense significance as they contain in a nutshell the comprehensive three-point plan of action Muslims are commanded to undertake in order to attain terrestrial success as well as salvation and felicity in the Hereafter. These ayaat and their English translation are as follows: Believers! Heed Allah as ... Read more
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The Way to Salvation by Dr. Israr Ahmad
In the Light of Surah A1-Asr: In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. 1. By (the Token of) Time (through the Ages), 2. Verily Men are In a state of loss, 3. Except those who have Faith, And do righteous deeds, And join together In the mutual teaching Of Truth, and of Patience ... Read more
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Bai’yah, The Basis for Organization of a Revivalist Party in Islam by Dr. Israr Ahmad
Introduction The present booklet is a revised and edited version of a lecture on the subject of Baiy‘ah, delivered in English by Dr. Israr Ahmad, Ameer of Tanzeem-e-Islami. The lecture was originally delivered in August 1995, in Elgin, Illinois (USA). It was first published in the October-December 1996 issue of The Qur’anic Horizons, and now ... Read more
Bai’yah, The Basis for Organization of a Revivalist Party in Islam by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Synthesis of Iman by Dr. Israr Ahmad
(Discourse on Surah Al-e-`Imran, 3:190-195) GENERAL OBSERVATIONS The Augustness and Excellence of the Passage The passage of present discussion spans ayahs (verses) 190-195 of surah (chapter) Al-e-`Imran.This passage is of particular significance for it outlines the Qur’anic mode of reasoning as it relates to thesynthesis of iman (faith). The excellence of this passage is indicated ... Read more
Synthesis of Iman by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Obligations to God by Dr. Israr Ahmad
A Comprehensive Islamic View In the name of God, the Beneficent, the Merciful O You who believe! Fear Allah as He should be feared, and die not except in a state of Islam. (Al-i-‘Imran 3:102) And I created not the jinn and mankind except that they should worship Me. (Az-Zariyat 51:56) Thus We have made ... Read more
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Bridge Building between Christians and Muslims Dr. Jamal A. Badawi
A Seminar at Warner Pacific College INTRODUCTION All grace is due to Allah, Creator and Sustainer of the universe, and I bear witness that there is no god but Allah and Muhammad is His servant, messenger and the seal of all the prophets and messengers in history. May Allah’s peace and lessing be upon them ... Read more
Bridge Building between Christians and Muslims Dr. Jamal A. Badawi
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Christ in Islam by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
CHAPTER 1 : CHRISTIAN MUSLIM RESPONSES DEBATE ON TV At the end of the debate – “Christianity and Islam” – which appeared on the SABC-TV program “CROSS (+) QUESTIONS” on Sunday 5th June 1983, the Chairman, Mr.Bill Chalmers commented: “I think it can be said from this discussion that there is ,at present, somewhat more ... Read more
Christ in Islam by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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Islamic Renaissance – The Real Task Ahead by Dr. Israr Ahmad
1. Global Domination of Western Thought The present age can rightly be described as the age of the predominance of Western philosophical thought and learning. The Western ideas about the nature of man and the universe are strongly upheld all around the world. Having taken shape roughly two hundred years ago, these ideas were continuously ... Read more
Islamic Renaissance – The Real Task Ahead by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Muhammad in the Bible! by Dr. Jamal Badawi
“Those who follow the Apostle, the unlettered Prophet, Whom they find mentioned in their own Scriptures, in the Torah and the Gospel… ” [Qur’an VII – 157; Trans: Yusuf Ali] BIBLE PROPHECIES ABOUT THE ADVENT OF MUHAMMAD Abraham is widely regarded as the common father of the Jews, Christians and Muslims. Through His second son, ... Read more
Muhammad in the Bible! by Dr. Jamal Badawi
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Responsibilities of a Muslim by Dr. Israr Ahmad
The long standing political and moral decline of the Muslim Ummah has reslted, among other things, in a serious distortion of our very concept of Islam itself. We have grown accustomed to viewing Islam as a mere “religion,” instead of using the original Qur’anic term “Deen.” This apparently minor change in semantics is actually a ... Read more
Responsibilities of a Muslim by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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Resurrection or Resuscitation by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
In one of my books – “Who Moved the Stone?” I had promised to deal with the anomaly, where believers were reading simple English, yet were so conditioned that they were understanding exactly the OPPOSITE of what they were reading. The following story from real life will not only illustrate the point but will also ... Read more
Resurrection or Resuscitation by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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The 100 – A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History – Muhammad (PBUH) No. 1! by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
FOREWORD Muhammad (PBUH) the Greatest To every Muslim on this planet, irrespective of cultural, geographical and political differences, Muhammad (PBUH) is Allah’s greatest creation and was sent as a mercy for all mankind. A thousand million Muslims however, do not require any surveys, lists or research to arrive at this conclusion. It is a non-negotiable ... Read more
The 100 – A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History – Muhammad (PBUH) No. 1! by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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The God that Never Was! by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
Note: This compilation was done at the Islamic Propagation Centre, Durban, South Africa. Islam is the only religion which teaches the existence of a PERFECT God. A perfect God means that there is no sharer in His Nature and His Attributes: “Say: He is God, the One and Only; God, the Eternal, Absolute; He begetteth ... Read more
The God that Never Was! by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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The Objective and Goal of Muhammad’s Prophethood (PBUH) by Dr. Israr Ahmad
(This paper was originally presented by Dr. Israr Ahmad in the fifth session of the second annual “Quran Conference” held on March 26, 1975, at Jinnah Hall, Lahore.) We Muslims believe that the best of all human beings — Muhammad, may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him — was much more than just one ... Read more
The Objective and Goal of Muhammad’s Prophethood (PBUH) by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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The Obligations the Muslims owe to the Quran by Dr. Israr Ahmad
The pathetic and disastrous condition of the Muslim Ummah throughout the world is due to the abandoning of the Holy Qur’an by the Muslims. The attitude of indifference that we constantly show towards the last of the Allah’s Revelations, along with our hypocritical lip-service, is tantamount to ridiculing it. Instead, we must clearly understand our ... Read more
The Obligations the Muslims owe to the Quran by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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The Quran and World Peace by Dr. Israr Ahmad
I shall deal with the topic of “The Quran and World Peace” at three different levels, viz., the peace and tranquility of an individual person, the socio-political peace of a group, and finally, world peace. An Individual Person’s Peace and Tranquility One may be surprised that I am embarking upon a discussion of world peace ... Read more
The Quran and World Peace by Dr. Israr Ahmad
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“That Prophet”? by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
Who was he? “The Comforter, the Spirit of Truth, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said unto you.” [Bible – John 14:26] Jesus, the son of Mary, said, “A messenger will come after me, named Ahmad.” [Qur’an 61:6] The chief ... Read more
“That Prophet”? by Shaikh Yusuf Estes
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The Status of Women in Islam by Dr. Jamal Badawi
“The Status of Women in society is neither a new issue nor is it a fully settled one. The position of Islam on this issue has been among the subjects presented to the Western reader with the least objectivity. This paper is intended to provide a brief and authentic exposition of what Islam stands for ... Read more
The Status of Women in Islam by Dr. Jamal Badawi
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The Satanic Versus Unexpurgated by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following book is a response to The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie – namely one of the worst forms of literature you can possibly choose to read or research in this day and age. I recommend you choose a better book than The Satanic Verses however if you would like to know ... Read more
The Satanic Versus Unexpurgated by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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What the Bible says about Muhammad? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen, The subject of this evening’s talk – “What the Bible says about Muhammad” will no doubt come as a surprise to many of you because the speaker is a Muslim. How does it come about that a Muslim happens to be expounding prophecies from the Jewish and Christian Scriptures? As ... Read more
What the Bible says about Muhammad? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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What is His Name? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
This book is also available under the title, ‘Atnatu – A Novel Concept of God.’ Say: “Call upon Allah or call upon Rahman: by whatever name ye call upon Him (it is well): for to Him belong the Most Beautiful Names. (Holy Quran 17:110) CHAPTER ONE: BELIEF IN GOD UNIVERSAL WHAT IS HIS NAME? At ... Read more
What is His Name? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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Who moved the Stone? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
WHO MOVED THE STONE or who ROLLED away the stone? (Mark 16.3) is a question which has worried theologians for the past two thousand years. Mr Frank Morison, a prominent Bible scholar, tried to nail down this ghost(s) in a book bearing the same title as this tract. Between 1930 and 1975 his book has ... Read more
Who moved the Stone? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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What was the Sign of Jonah? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
“CHRIST” NOT A NAME Over a thousand million Christians today blindly accept that Jesus of Nazareth is the Christ. They produce “a thousand and one” prophecies from the Jewish Bible (the Old Testament) to prove their claim that Jesus was the Messiah promised to the Jews. Let us hold the “thousand” prophecies in abeyance for ... Read more
What was the Sign of Jonah? by Sheikh Ahmed Deedat
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