From the point of view of God, a… fundamental question needs to be asked, “Why did God create?” This question should be asked because humankind is not, in fact, the greatest creation. God says in the Quran: “Indeed, the creation of the heavens and the earth is greater than the creation of mankind, but most of mankind do not realize it.” (Quran 40:57) The composition of human beings is far less complex than the composition of the universe in which they exist. However, very few people reflect ... [Continue Reading]
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The Purpose of Life: Reason and Revelation
‘What is the meaning and purpose of life?’ This is, perhaps, the most important question that has ever been asked. Throughout the ages, philosophers have considered it to be the most fundamental question. Scientists, historians, philosophers, writers, psychologists and the common man all wrestle with the question at some point in their lives. Is Reason a Sufficient Guide? ‘Why do we eat?’ ‘Why do we sleep?’ ‘Why do we work?’ The answers we would get to these questions would be similar. ‘I ... [Continue Reading]
Death
"O you who believe! Let not your properties, nor your children divert you from the remembrance of Allah. Whosoever does that, then they are the losers. So spend (in charity) of that with which We have provided you, before death comes to one of you and he says: ‘My Lord! If only you would give me respite for a little while (i.e. return to the worldly life), then I should give Sadaqah (I.e. Zakat - Obligatory charity) of my wealth, and be among the righteous.’ But Allah grants respite to none when ... [Continue Reading]
Welcome Aboard Fly Air Janazah
When we are leaving this world for the next one, it shall be like a trip to another country. Where details of that country won't be found in glamorous travel brochures but in the Holy Qura'an and the Hadiths. Where our plane won't be Indian Air Lines, British Airways, Gulf Air or Emirates but Air Janazah. Where our luggage won't be the allowed 30 Kgs but our deeds no matter how heavy they weigh. You don't pay for excess luggage. They are carried free of charge, with your Creator's ... [Continue Reading]
Funeral Rites and Regulations in Islam
All praise is due to Allah All-Mighty, the Ever-Living Who said: "Every soul shall taste death." And may His peace and blessings be upon His slave and final Messenger, our beloved Prophet Muhammad who himself tasted death. The one who said: "Always remember the destroyer of pleasures - Death." The topic between your hands is a very important one, given that most certainly every human being will taste death, just as the prophets, kings, rich, poor, young, old, and nations of the past experienced. ... [Continue Reading]