numbers to increase so rapidly. The Quran states that this came about with the special succour of God: “We gave Christ the gospel and put compassion and mercy in the hearts of his followers” (57:27). We

same set of everlasting rules. This shows that the Lord of the Universe is one. If there were many gods, then there would also be many laws at work in nature. Another obstacle to acceptance of monotheism

unseen world. These are the beliefs that are beyond our known sensory world. That is, the existence of God and the angels, revelation, hell and heaven, etc. In this other aspect of religion direct observations

Quran: Say: O People of Book, Let us come to a word common to us and you that we will worship none but God. (3:64) The first and foremost principle for any dialogue held to discuss two or more religions is

as a supporting factor in the divine scheme of Idkhal-e-Kalimah (the communication of the word of God to all human beings). The hadith pertaining to Dajjal has thus no direct bearing whatsoever on western

love, elimination of hatred between man and man and to emphasize the oneness of mankind and that of God, the Almighty. They met with extraordinary success. Their following increased both among the Hindus

successful foreign policy because, due to it, France gained new strength after the Second World War. May God help you in every way! Wahiduddin They Sat Together, Talked, and Then Departed On 14th July 2001

monotheism. According to an Orientalist, “the central focus of Islam is Allah. That is to believe in one God; associating all one’s feelings of love and fear with Him; and worshipping Him alone. Then adhering

second view is firmly upheld by that very special class of beings called prophets, or messengers of God. The most authentic testament to the second view has been provided by the Prophet Muhammad. Many arguments

undoubtedly the superior solution to all problems. (5.SS/9.95)MARCH 26 Islamic CultureThe Quran addresses God as “Lord of the Universe.” It does not mention Him as “Lord of the nation.” This shows that Islam believes