taught the elephant to do this? Surely it must have been God who gave him his instinct for survival, thus setting upon him His seal of divine approval. God has given us this example to show us that when there

4 Firm UtteranceThe Quran enjoins believers to “fear God and speak the truth. He will bless your works and forgive you your sins. He who obeys God and His apostle shall win a greater victory” (33:70-71)

Muslim, the Prophet once observed: “God is gentle and loves gentleness in every matter.” On another occasion, the Prophet expressed the same idea in these words: “God is gentle and loves gentleness. He

similar U-turn without any delay. Muslims must follow the commandment of God expressed in these words: ‘Believers, turn to God, every one of you, so that you may prosper.’ (24:31) The best way to initiate

make them function; we have to operate the switch which activates them. Similarly, it is contact with God alone which can bring our efforts to fruition in every field. Without this our best efforts are in

spare four months out of one’s worldly engagements. During this period, one had to preach the word of God to all those one came in contact with, on journeys to various places in and outside the country. The

and being aware of the world around us refers to knowing about human nature and the creation plan of God for humankind. With this knowledge, one may plan one's life in a realistic manner and make improvements

and not the Muslim culture. Muslim culture is a social phenomenon, while the Quran is the Book of God as revealed to the Prophet of Islam. According to linguistic history, the word ‘burqa’ was in use in

to hear such music that one might wish its enchantment to last forever. The Creator of all light, God Himself is the most resplendent of all beings. He is the light of the Heavens and of the earth, shedding