Significance of Zakah
The Prophet Muhammad said: “If a single person were to sleep hungry in a town, then Allah’s protection is lifted from such a town.”
Zakah (Obligatory Charity) in Islam
Zakah is one of the five pillars of Islam. Zakah is mentioned together with Salah in eighty two verses of the Glorious Qur’an.
Charity between Islam and Hinduism
In Hinduism, it is generally recognized that most daan is directed towards Brahmins. This is broadly in line with the pauranik directives.
The Five Prayers
These prayers are spaced fairly evenly throughout the day, so that one is constantly reminded of Allah and given opportunities to seek His guidance and forgiveness.
Merits of Islamic Rulings (1/2)
During Hajj, the pilgrims relive the life of Prophet Ibrahim and his son Prophet Ismail (peace be upon them). Allah was pleased with their sacrifice and so He has destined all Pilgrims to revive certain moments of their life.
Merits of Islamic Rulings (2/2)
The Islamic way of life is a practical one, it is not beyond the human strength, but according to people’s ability, the provisions of Islam have been applied almost a thousand years in all parts of the Muslim world.
Do Islamic Rulings Match Human Nature and Need?
A Muslim can shorten and join two prayers in some cases, such as when he is sick or traveling, which makes praying easy for him.
The Triple Instant Talaq (Divorce) in Islam
In fact, the ancient Hindu literature does not have the concept of divorce as well as the Sanskrit and Hindi language is void of the word of Talaq or divorce.
Why Only Islam?
Islam commands all kinds of good and forbids all kinds of evil. It encourages good manners and proper treatment of others. It enjoins good characteristics such as truthfulness, patience, deliberation, kindness, humbleness and modesty.
The Woman as a Mother: Status & Role
Part of women’s status in Islam is the honor given to the mother…but what’s the nature of that honor, and where is it perceived?