Ramadan And Fasting's Global Field Of Influence
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In Oliver Roy's work, Globalizing Islam: The Search For a New Ummah (London: Hurst and Company 2004), he tried to take up new perspectives Muslims are following generally in the world that fall between Westernization and Neo-fundamentalism.

Being Trustworthy
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One hadith says, "Anyone who is not trustworthy has no faith." What does being trustworthy mean?

Attitudes And Behavior Of The Prophet Towards Non-Muslims
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The most obvious facet of Prophet Muhammad’s attitude and behavior towards non-Muslims is the fact that he never compromised his moral virtues. As the Qur'an states, the Prophet always showed “the most beautiful morality” and presented humanity with the most beautiful example of this morality.

Prophet Muhammad: Not Just A Mythological Figure, But A Real Life Hero
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Undoubtedly, the most basic quality of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) which differentiates him other religious figures, founders of faith and leaders is, along with the fact that he is someone who received revelation Allah, that he is human like us.

What Is The Significance Of A Non-Muslim Accepting The Prophethood Of Prophet Muhammad?
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On occasion, one aspect that comes to the fore during discussions about relationships between religions and dialogue is how non-Muslims view the prophethood of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). The following questions often come up...

Between Anti-Violence And Anti-Semitism
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Those who have a conscience still feel the pangs when they consider the human drama being played out in Gaza. Young, old, babies, children, women, men, hundreds of people without discrimination are being murdered; those left behind are still imprisoned...

The Struggle For Power In The Age Of Ignorance And Modern-Day Societies
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Throughout history possessing authority and power, ruling and leading people or, in short, the idea of dominance has been an important factor in directing a person or institutions in social events, political disputes and every kind of inter-personal relations.

The Summit Of Purification
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Revealed to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), the Quran is a guide to mankind for salvation, light, and discernment between good and evil. It is a fountain head that repeatedly reminds man of the purpose of his creation and that keeps him safe error and...

What The Abyssinian Experience In Islamic History Means Today
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When discussing the experience of different beliefs existing together at the time of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) the Medina Document, which was put into practice in the first years of the Medina period, comes to mind.

Religious Symbols Between Form And Essence
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The relationship between religion and symbols has been a matter of debate for centuries. What is religion; the essence that provides the spirit to believe and worship, or the form that frequently expresses itself in both worship and the individual code of conduct?

Islamic Values In The Face Of Dissension
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Lighting a fire of discord in Holland, Geert Wilders received a reaction not only Muslims all over the world, but people everywhere. For the discord that was lit was not only aimed at annoying Muslims but, at the same time, it was aimed at...

The Role Of Prophets In Religion
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In a classification made based on the belief in prophets, it is possible to make two categories: those religions that give a place to prophets and those that do not. In this kind of classification it can be seen that a significant number of religions...

Islam Guarantees The Freedom Of Belief
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Conversion or choice of belief is one of the most important decisions that a person can take. While making this important decision, it is important for a person to use their free will and to accept the responsibility of this decision.

Prophet Of Mercy And Prophet Of War
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There are many striking special qualities regarding the Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) attitude and behavior towards non-Muslims in both Mecca and Medina. The Prophet never took a uniform approach that put everyone in the same category, but...

Why Did Some Oppose Muhammad's Message?
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When Muhammad (pbuh), who was sent as a mercy to the world, conveyed the message of Allah's absolute unity and oneness and the teaching of servanthood only to Him based on the doctrine of Unity, some of the people...

The Best Summoner To Mankind
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"With Allah's mercy you treated them gently. If you had been rough and hard-hearted, undoubtedly they would have dispersed around you..." (Surat Al-i Imran, 159). The description in the Quran of the Prophet (pbuh)'s approach to people is...

The True Nature Of Mankind Is Purity And Innocence
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Islam, the religion sent to mankind through the revelation of the Quran from Allah to Prophet Muhammed, defines mankind as a caliph (vicergent) created for the earth and considers mankind a creation with free will regarding his personal thoughts, attitudes and behaviors who is also responsible for these choices.