seclusion is another name for continuous intellectual activity. By this intellectual activity, we achieve what is called in the Quran, an increase of faith. (The Quran, 8:2) If there is no intellectual activity

ineffective in bringing any significant change in the state of affairs. In 1857, many Indian Ulama declared what they regarded as ‘jihad through the sword’ against the British. There was a noted alim in Deoband

which is too vaguely and unconsciously felt to be explained in comprehensible language. Similarly, what a mystic experiences is a type of unconscious ecstasy, which does not amount to a consciously sought

produce a ship of similar tonnage—24 months. But Japanese shipbuilders do the job in just eight months. What is the secret of this Japanese miracle? A survey conducted by western experts shows that the deciding

were so powerful that it was practically impossible for the Companions of the Prophet to defeat them. What happened was that at the exact same time, a devastating war broke out between the two empires. As

imperfect in all respects. All men and women, if deficient in some respects are gifted in other respects. What is intended by making women obedient to their husbands is to cultivate in them the kind of fine temperament

Prophet addressed the Companions with these words: “God has sent me as a mercy for all, so pass on what you have heard from me. God will make manifest His mercy. And do not quarrel with one another, as

anachronistic in nature. For those who still claim scientific backing for atheism should learn about what some of the authorities in science have said about the topic. Once Einstein was asked if he was

chose to stop and give the matter very serious consideration. He consulted his friends as well, as to what steps he should take. Finally, he came to the conclusion that the boundary dispute should be settled

complain or protest. And the result will be miraculous: maybe you will gain in the future more than what you had lost in the past. The story of Jamsetji Tata is not a story of luck. It is the story of positive