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Youth Deviance: Role of Islamic Religious Education
Youth are the heart of any society, full of energy, potential, and hope. But they can also face challenges and pressures that sometimes lead them down the wrong path. In contemporary Muslim societies, youth deviance…
The Problem of Evil and Divine Wisdom in Islam
The problem of evil has been a central concern in philosophical and theological discourse across cultures and traditions. In Islam, the existence of evil presents a profound challenge to the understanding of God’s nature, particularly…
Understanding Peaceful Coexistence in Islam
In our increasingly interconnected world, where people of different faiths live, work, and learn side by side, the idea of peaceful coexistence of religions has become both relevant and necessary. This is more than just…
Wisdom of Trial and Calamity: An Islamic Perspective
In Islam, trials and calamities are not viewed as mere misfortunes but as purposeful events embedded within divine wisdom. This research explores the wisdom of trial as articulated in the Qur’an, the traditions of Prophet…
Comparison of Usul and Furuʿ al-Din in Shia Islam
This article examines the relationship between Usul al-Din (foundational principles of Religion) and Furuʿ al-Din (Branches of Religion) in Shia Islam, highlighting their complementary roles in shaping faith and practice. Drawing on Qur’anic teachings, Hadith…
Usul al-Din: The Five Pillars of Shia Belief
This article discusses the five foundational principles of Shia belief, known as Usul al-Din: Tawḥīd (Oneness of God), ʿAdl (Divine Justice), Nubuwwah (Prophethood), Imāmah (Divinely appointed leadership), and Maʿād (the Hereafter). It begins by outlining…
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In this part of the topic "Islam from Western Scholars' viewpoints" we shall be looking at the opinions of some non-Muslim scholars about Islam and the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his household).…
Islamic Monotheism 1
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Without any doubt, more important than anything else, a prophet must attract the trust of the general public in such a way that his words contain no possibility of being lies or erroneous, otherwise, his…
The Goal of Creation (1)
One of the fundamental problems to investigate is the goal of life. Man always asks questions like what he lives for and what his objective in life should be. From the viewpoint of Islam, one…
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