content with what one has been able to earn independently and lawfully. The Prophet Muhammad e says in this respect: “Indeed, he has attained eternal success and prosperity who accepted Islam, and God has

surfeit that causes disturbance.” (Al-Bayhaqi) (e) Simplicity: Last, but not least, an important Islamic principle concerning one’s livelihood is simplicity. The Prophet’s own life style was a unique example

Polygamy and IslamIn terms of the birth rate, men and women are almost equal in number. But subsequently, for a variety of reasons, the number of men in society decreases, leaving an excess of women. Now

Now the question arises as to what should be the solution to this problem. In view of the inevitability of this imbalance, how is a healthy relationship between the sexes to be established? The choice

not between monogamy and polygamy, but rather, between the lawful polygamy of Islam or the illicit polygamy of non-Islamic peoples. One of the commandments given in the Quran as a matter of social organization

but by a deep and innate scrupulosity.NOVEMBER 11 Two ModelsThe Prophet of Islam once observed that whenever he presented Islam to anyone, he was always conscious of some hesitation or the other on the

the part of his hearer. But the case of Abu Bakr was an exception to this rule. When the message of Islam was conveyed to him, he accepted it without expressing any doubt or hesitation. (Hayat As Sahaba,

that he came to be called As Siddique, the true friend. The example he set during the early phase of Islam was a very fine one. Another such example is found in the life of Umar Farooq, the second Caliph

conditions for war that Islam lays down, it will still be illegitimate for Muslims to engage in any destructive activities against the citizens of the state with which the Muslim army is at war. In this

illegitimate according to Islam. In the same way, even in a war which according to Islam is legitimate Muslims are not permitted to engage in suicidebombing against their opponents. Islam does not allow for

This, at times, escalates into war. However, in Islam there is a clear distinction between enmity, on the one hand, and war, on the other. Followers of Islam do not have the right to unleash war against

ask for something out-of-ordinary from her husband as well.33.WHAT ARE YOUR VIEWS ON INDIA’S SUPREME COURT RULING OF TRIPLE TALAQ?As an Islamic scholar, I would say that the Supreme Court’s judgment delivered

is totally right. Triple talaq is not a principle of Islam, but is rather a ruling of certain Muslim jurists, adopted in the later period of Islam. In this matter, Muslim jurists need to correct themselves

themselves instead of wrongly justifying triple talaq. In Islam, talaq is seen as an undesirable practice. But in rare cases, a couple may feel that their marriage is not working, and in this situation, divorce

ask for something out-of-ordinary from her husband as well.33.WHAT ARE YOUR VIEWS ON INDIA’S SUPREME COURT RULING OF TRIPLE TALAQ?As an Islamic scholar, I would say that the Supreme Court’s judgment delivered

is totally right. Triple talaq is not a principle of Islam, but is rather a ruling of certain Muslim jurists, adopted in the later period of Islam. In this matter, Muslim jurists need to correct themselves

themselves instead of wrongly justifying triple talaq. In Islam, talaq is seen as an undesirable practice. But in rare cases, a couple may feel that their marriage is not working, and in this situation, divorce

Wahiduddin Khan, born in 1925, in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, is an Islamic spiritual scholar who is well-versed in both classical Islamic learning and modern disciplines. The mission of his life has been

Sayyidina Imam Al Hassan Peace award for promoting peace in Muslim societies. He has been called ’Islam’s spiritual ambassador to the world’ and is recognized as one of its most influential Muslims . His

while going against reality is to opt for the greater evil. The U-turn policy is only another name for what may be called acceptance of reality and adjustment to the changing times. The U-turn policy is the

The fact is contrary to what Muslims think. Why do Muslims say that the West has Islamophobia? The reason is that Muslims give a negative interpretation to an event involving Islam and the West. However

reality, if there is something, it is Muslim-o-phobia. The resentment is not towards Islam but against the un-Islamic practices of Muslims. We must contemplate and become more introspective about our actions

The fact is contrary to what Muslims think. Why do Muslims say that the West has Islamophobia? The reason is that Muslims give a negative interpretation to an event involving Islam and the West. However

reality, if there is something, it is Muslim-o-phobia. The resentment is not towards Islam but against the un-Islamic practices of Muslims. We must contemplate and become more introspective about our actions

Arabia and Persia started breaking their pledges to Islam. They claimed that, with the Prophet dead, there was no point in continuing to follow Islam, for it had only been because of him that Muslims received

Bakr, called together the Emigrants and Helpers, and told them that the Arabs were turning away from Islam and had stopped paying zakat on their goats and camels. As for the Persians, they intended to attack

allies from Nihawand. “They say that now that the Prophet has gone, God will not assist the Muslims. What advice do you have to give me” I am just an ordinary man like anyone of you. In fact, I am the least