is the book of God. It has been preserved in its entirety since its revelation to the Prophet of Islam between AD 610 and 632. It is a book that brings glad tidings to humankind, along with divine admonition

sends the breezes as heralds of His mercy? Then, is there a deity besides God? Exalted is God above what they associate with Him. Who originates creation, then regenerates it, and who gives you sustenance

fathers were promised this before; these are but old stories.’ Say, ‘Roam across the earth and observe what was the end of the sinful ones.’ (27: 65-69) The addressees of the prophets were not absolute and

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THE GIST OF ISLAMGod’s Worshipper, Man’s Well-wisher THE study of the Quran tells us that it is individual-based rather than system-oriented. That is, the actual target of the Book is to change the thinking

themselves the great truths of life. In educational terminology this is called the ‘discovery method’. Islamic teachings can be summed up under two basic headings—first and foremost is, believing in One God and

worshipping Him alone; secondly, regarding all human beings as equal and according equal rights to them. Islamic teachings can be summed up under two basic headings— first and foremost is believing in One God and

and water. Islam should not just be an accessory to a Muslim’s life: it should merge with his whole being. It should enter into his thoughts, moulding his intellect in its own fashion. Islam should become

functions. Islam should so take possession of a person that it excludes all else. Every statement should bear the stamp of Islam and every action should be dyed in Islamic colours. If Islam is like a stone

then it is not Islam at all. Faith should be absorbed in a person like dye dissolved in water. Just as the emotions of love and hate are felt by the whole body so, when one adopts Islam in the real sense

the followers of Islam not put an end to this system of what he terms ‘Absolute Imperialism’ it would never have been possible for the age of freedom and peace to dawn in the world. What Is Jihad? To understand

understand what jihad is, one must first of all understand that whatever present-day Muslims are doing in the name of jihad is not jihad. Rather, these are all violent conflicts that have been unleashed

Universe.” (1:2) This verse shows the importance of gratitude. The truth is that of all the acts of Islam, gratitude is the only act which a person can perform in its highest ideal form. But for various reasons

perfection can be expressed solely as a matter of gratitude. What is gratitude? Gratitude is, in fact, another name for acknowledgement. What is called acknowledgement in human matters is called gratefulness

and Islam is presented to the world as a non-violent religion, with a peaceful ideology, once again humanity will welcome it with open arms. There is no religion of this kind today except Islam. It is

is Islam and Islam alone which meets all human needs. Individually, there are many men and women who, having studied Islam, have acknowledged its very special qualities. Out of these, some acknowledge

acknowledge the virtues of Islam in the ideological sense. Others have gone further and accepted Islam as a total way of life.Dawah ActivismIslamic activism, in respect of its method, is based on non-violence, and

and Islam is presented to the world as a non-violent religion, with a peaceful ideology, once again humanity will welcome it with open arms. There is no religion of this kind today except Islam. It is

is Islam and Islam alone which meets all human needs. Individually, there are many men and women who, having studied Islam, have acknowledged its very special qualities. Out of these, some acknowledge the

the virtues of Islam in the ideological sense. Others have gone further and accepted Islam as a total way of life.Dawah ActivismIslamic activism, in respect of its method, is based on non-violence, and

good human being within the home, he will become a good person outside in society. The Prophet of Islam once observed, “The best of you is one who is best for his family. And I am best of all for my family

The first practical test of a person takes place in his own home. And his behaviour is shown for what it is in that context. Almost daily he is being tested on the genuineness of his words and his deeds

Family LifeThe Prophet of Islam once observed: “The best among you is one who is best for his family.” This applies to all individuals, be they men or women, young or old. The ideal way for any

any individual to prove his worth is to become a modest member of his family. What is a home? A home is a primary unit of social life. A number of homes make a society. When the atmosphere at home is good