The Revival of Taraweeh Prayers
Taraweeh, the special night prayers offered in Ramadan, holds a significant place in Islamic tradition. The practice traces its roots to the actions of Prophet
Category: Islamic Worship
Sunnah and Hadith
Epistemologically, scholars have differentiated between Sunnah and Hadith, considering them as distinct yet closely related concepts. However, in practical application and historical transmission, Hadith and Sunnah overlap more than 100%, meaning that they not...
From Petra to Makkah
“From Petra to Makkah” is a brief response to Dan Gibson’s extremely controversial and misleading claims about the origin of Islam.
The Archaeology of the Zamzam Well
The Zamzam Well, located in the sacred Masjid al-Haram in Makkah al-Mukarramah, is one of the most revered and historically significant wells in the Islamic world.
Interpretation of the Divine Attributes
The interpretation of the Divine Attributes of Allah is a profound and delicate subject in Islamic theology. It reflects the diversity of methodologies adopted by scholars throughout Islamic history to understand Allah’s descriptions of Himself in the Qur’an and Sunnah.
Did Islam Borrow the Salat Times from Zend Avesta?
The question of whether Islam borrowed the Salat times from Zoroastrian practices, specifically the five Gāh times in the Zend Avesta,
Salah Ensures the Peace of Mind
wo significant verses highlight the connection between divine remembrance and peace of mind: “Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest”
The Spiritual, Moral, and Social Impact of Zakat
Zakat, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, is not just a mandatory act of charity but a profound spiritual, moral, and social practice that has significant
Islamic Worship: Spiritual, Moral, and Social Impact
Islamic worship, a comprehensive system encompassing various rituals and practices, profoundly influences the spiritual, moral
Hayy ibn Yaqzan: A Synthesis of Reason and Revelation
Ibn Tufail (c. 1105-1185) was an Andalusian Muslim polymath, philosopher, physician, and writer who is best known for his philosophical novel “Hayy ibn Yaqzan” (Living, Son of Awake) which was written in Arabic and...
