about imparting a theoretical as well as a practical knowledge of Islam to their offspring. For the purpose of learning how to practise Islam in day-to-day life in accordance with the prophetic role model

fundamental objectives, that is, to preserve and transmit the practical form or applied aspect of Islam from generation to generation. In the present century, the same purpose has also been achieved by

the scientific revolution of the modern age. I have written in detail on this subject in my book Islam: Creator of the Modern Age. One of the points discussed in the book pertains to the discovery of the

the advent of Islam that opened the doors of research and investigation into nature. The present-day civilization is a direct outcome of tapping into these secrets of nature. Before Islam, certain erroneous

could not gain much momentum. They were obliterated when they came to the knowledge of the orthodoxy. Islam was the first to detach religion from science. This made possible free and independent enquiries into

into different branches of knowledge, which led to progress on many fronts. In the period prior to Islam, polytheism held sway. This was a creed which looked upon things and creatures as deities and encouraged

the status of divinity, the very thought of conquering it was sacrilegious. In the seventh century Islam presented the idea of monotheism, which soon became the dominant creed of the times. In the monotheistic

order to utilize them more fruitfully at a later stage.Concession to OthersAn enduring principle of Islam is that which is called ‘softening of the heart.’ It means to unite people by attempting to produce

policy of sympathizing with others is an important part of Islamic dawah. It is to be desired at all times in all human societies. The Prophet of Islam followed this rule throughout his life. For instance,

natural one and is to be found in all areas of civilized living. One of the major demands made by Islam is that this natural principle be upheld and acted upon by the adherents of different religions, so

For the greater part of his life, the Prophet of Islam lived in a society where adherents of other religions existed side by side with believers in Islam. The Prophet’s behaviour towards the former was

traditions – those of Muslims according to their Islamic traditions, and those of idolators and Jews according to their respective traditions. This principle of Islam was intended to apply at all places where

of the Prophet, for a plural society carries the same moral authority as other of his practices. Islam recognises no difference between Muslims and non-Muslims from the ethical standpoint. The rights

This had been perfectly preserved in its original authentic form in the Quran, the holy book of Islam, which asserts that revelation from God is the only true source of law. It clearly states that there

Prophet then asked him what he would do if guidelines were not to be found in the Quran. Muaz replied that he would consult the Sunnah, or sayings and deeds of the Prophet. “And what,” the Prophet asked,”

then adjustment will be preferable to destruction. In such a situation that would likewise be the Islamic solution. The Queen of Sheba looked at the situation in a purely realistic way. She came to the

for all those Muslims who are faced with situations such as are prevalent in Kashmir. It indicates what the political policy of the Muslims should be in such situations, i.e. Muslims should clearly save

make full use of all opportunities for progress. Their case should not become that of one who loses what is already available, because he is launched on a futile quest for something which is unattainable

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

of God, he finds his Maker right there before him, where he stands. Islam, the religion of tawheed is pure and eternal. The God of Islam is one God: all divinity is invested in His Being. Those who discover