When examining any religious tradition, it's worth asking what constitutes its essential core. For Christianity, many adherents will point to ethical teachings about loving one's neighbor, caring for the poor, or following the Golden Rule. These are certainly important elements of Christian practice, but they are not what Christianity [...]
Islam holds Jesus (Isa in Arabic) and Mary (Maryam) in high regard, recognizing their spiritual significance while portraying their lives in a way that has many similarities with Christianity, but different ones as well. Both are celebrated for their piety, miraculous experiences, and dedication to God’s will, but the [...]
By: Azra Pervez Prophet Joseph: A story of betrayal, redemption, and success The story of Prophet Joseph, the son of Prophet Jacob, is given with great detail in the Quran in Chapter 12, aptly titled “Joseph.” It begins with a dream he relates to his father, “‘O my father! I [...]
By: Osman Shaheen How the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) Character Changed the World Many of the problems facing people in today’s world can be traced to a lack of adherence to moral values. From murder to embezzlement, the number and size of criminal activities have increased exponentially [...]
The Story of Moses and Khidr: A Reminder to Trust in God and Have Patience God conveys a very interesting meeting in the Quran between Moses and Khidr, a man endowed with knowledge of the unseen by God. This passage effectively portrays the limitations of human vision and intellect, [...]
Jesus in Islam: A Great Messenger Muslims respect and venerate Jesus Christ. They consider him to be one of God's greatest messengers to humankind. The Qur'an re-affirms his miraculous birth and his miraculous abilities. Furthermore, his mother Mary is regarded as one of the most pure and exalted women [...]
Prophets' Family Tree: Divine Lineage
By: Saulat Pervez The Life and Legacy of Moses, a Prophet Revered by Islam and Judaism Among the prophets mutually revered by Islam and Judaism is the prominent figure of Moses or Musa, peace be upon him (pbuh). A descendant of Joseph, also known as Yusuf, (pbuh), Moses played a [...]
Father of Prophets The Birth of a Great Prophet Abraham, peace be upon him (pbuh), was born in a house of idolaters, in the kingdom of Babylon. His father Aazar was a well known idol sculptor that his people worshipped. As a young child, Abraham (pbuh) used to watch his [...]
By: Shabir Ally July 28, 2009 The Quandary of Muhammad's (peace be upon him) Contemporaries Imagine that someone at the office says that God speaks to him. At first we may think that he is not really serious. If he persists, we may wonder if he is truly sane. [...]
