Qur'an
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- Jesus in IslamA very brief overview of Jesus' role in the Islamic faith.
- Does the Qur'an Promote Slavery?A comparative look at slavery in the Qur'an and the Bible.
- Does the Qur'an Instruct Muslims to Cut Off the Hands of Thieves?This is an examination of another verse that has been severely misinterpreted by both Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
- Some (More) Verses from the Qur'anThe Qur'an is replete with words of wisdom, so why isn't its verses quoted more by Muslims?
Similarities Between the Bible and the Qur'anMany of the prophets mentioned in the Bible are also mentioned in the Qur'an and there are some similarities in the stories related in both books. But should this really be considered a bad thing?
Does the Qur'an Say that Salt Water and Fresh Water Will Not Mix?In this article I explain what is meant by Qur'an, 25:53- The Qur'anRegarding the "unbelievers," I think the following sums up the Qur'an from page 523: "You have your religion, and I have mine."
- Rethinking the Roots of Jihad: Understanding Notions of Jahada in a Qur'anic ContextIn the wake of the death of Osama Bin Laden it is more important then ever to look at the ways in which common conceptions of the Islamic faith and Islamic Terrorism, such as jihad, are not necessarily accurate
Woman in IslamThe Islamic religion states that equality exists for both men and woman. Yet, the Qur'an is full of contradictory messages regarding the role of woman in religion.- Pluralism in IslamThe idea of pluralism in Islam centers on three main issues: syncretism in religious practice, the intrinsic ability of Islam to adapt to the various cultures it comes in contact with, and religious freedom for religious minorities in Muslim-majority societies.
Double Standards for Burning Holy BooksThe time has come to talk about holy-book burning and ask, "Why the double standard for the Bible and Qur'an?"- Is Alcohol Forbidden in the Qur'an?This examines how the Qur'an deals with the subject of alcohol.
- Blame America Contortions Continue Over Threatened Qur'an BurningDo I condone Terry Jones leading his little Florida congregation in what is now an on again off again threat to burn copies of the Qur'an on September the 11th? No.
- Pastor Terry Jones and His Threat to Burn the Qur'anPastor Terry Jones - hating a religion he knows little about. Threatening to burn a holy book he's hardly read. A little information is dangerous in the mind of a person determined to keep it closed at all costs.
How to Memorize the Holy Qur'anMemorizing the Qur'an is an easy thing to do, however, many of us make it a hardship upon ourselves.- Miracles of the QuranSome verses from the Holy Quran
- Muhammad: In Reverence, After Reading the Qur'anThe words of the Qur'an were set before us to bring the will of al-Llah, the One, to the all. They-the nonbelievers-in their divided spirits, sought individual powers to make themselves greater than their rightful place before Him.
- The Story of Joseph: An AnalysisAn analysis of the biblical story of Joseph and how it differs between the Old Testament and the Qur'an.
- LittleBigPlanet Delayed Over Qur'an PhrasesLittleBigPlanet won't meet the October 21st release date due to one of the game's music tracks containing phrases from the Qur'an.
Asma Barlas Promotes a Different Interpretation of the Qur'anDr. Barlas believes that an alternative readingof the Qur'an shows that Islam was never emant to be a misogynistic religion, demeaning to women. This is from her presentation at Southern Illinois University In Carbondale.- 300-Year-Old Qu'ran Donated to Worship CenterA Detroit area lawyer, who happens to be an elder in a Christian church, has donated a 300-year-old Qu'ran to the Islamic Center of America.
- Introduction to Islamic Law and HadithBrief introduction to Islamic Jurisprudence, Shari'ah and Hadith Literature
- A Look at Islam and MuslimsThe teachings of Islam indicate a balance between life in this world and life in the next. While often seen as a radical or extreme religion, Muslims consider it the middle road.
- Answers to IslamA short essay about the religion of Islam.
Is it OK for a Christian to Marry a Muslim?This article sheds light on Christianity's not-so-well kept secret about its opposition to interreligious marriages.
Islam: A Brief OverviewThe strict religion of Islam and its extended cultural branches.- Why Don't Christian Women Wear Veils?There is more support for Christian women wearing the veil in the Bible than there is for Muslim women in the Qur'an.
- SlamI (the Fictious Religion) Part IICritics typically view this argument as an overgeneralization of the slamIc people. However, the facts are that most slamIc countries maintain harsh laws that restrict religious freedom, personal liberty, and critical scientific examination.
- Burning Qur'ans - the Idiots Rule, and Other Parables of Media FailureI have listened to the political hacks hurrying to boost their ratings by out-bigoting each other with falsehood after falsehood. I have seen has-been politicians make stuff up to inflame the irrational populace. It's shameful.
- What is the Meaning of "Your Wives Are Your Fields (Quran 2:223)?"This article explains Qur'an 2:223.
- Is Honey a Blessing from God?This article describes the possible spiritual link between honey and its reported healing powers.
- Should Converts to Islam Change Their Names to Muslim (Arabic) Names?This article dispels they myth that converts to Islam should change their names upon their conversion to Islam.
- Is it Difficult Being a Muslim?This article show how following the Qur'an can make the life of a Muslim a lot easier.
- Five Misconceptions of Muslim Women: Proving Gender Equality is Part of IslamThe West commonly thinks Muslim women are treated as second-class citizens. In this piece, I explain why common misconceptions are often wrong.
- My God and Your God Are One and the SameThis article attempts to clarify what Muslims mean when they say "My God and your God are one and the same."
- Misconceptions of the Islamic Faith and MuslimsMisconceptions of Islam are very prominent given the past ten years of world history.
- Lessons on the Book: This Law of Ours and Other Essays by Muhammad AsadThis article represents the conflicts that the book The Law of Ours suggests.
- Top 10 Most Influential Books of All-TimeThroughout history, books have shaped the way society worked. Sometimes radically, sometimes subtly.
