Places of Worship: Luang Prabang
© Shutterstock Fazal Ahmad, London, UK Location: Luang Prabang, Laos Belief: Buddhism Era: 15th Century CE Luang Prabang sits in northern Laos, on the junction of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers. For some centuries, it was a royal capital featuring dozens of Buddhist temples, and still remains a major Buddhist hub for the people […]
What are the attributes of Allah mentioned in Ayatul Kursi?
In a Nutshell: Ayatul Kursi, a powerful verse from the Quran (Chapter 2, Verse 255), beautifully encapsulates Allah’s majesty and power. It describes Him as the Ever-Living, the Sustainer, the King, the All-Knowing, the All-Willing, the Most High and the Most Great. Understanding these attributes is essential for deepening our faith and appreciating Allah’s incomparable […]
Friday Sermon Summary 14th February 2025: ‘Besiegement of the Fortresses of Khaibar & the Killing of Kinanah bin Rabi’’
After reciting Tashahhud, Ta’awwuz and Surah al-Fatihah, His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba) said that he would continue narrating accounts of the Battle of Khaibar, which took place during the life of the Holy Prophet (sa). Conquering the Fort of Sa’b bin Mu’adh The second fort in Khaibar was Fort Sa’b bin Mu’adh. It […]
What does the Quran say about Christians?
In a Nutshell: The Quran views Christians as People of the Book, a term denoting those who received divine scriptures before Islam. While Islam and Christianity share theological commonalities, such as a belief in one God, prophets like Abraham (as) and Jesus (as) and the importance of righteous deeds, there are fundamental differences. The Quran […]
Exploring the Flawlessness of Nature: The Heart – A Miracle in Motion
© Shutterstock Discover the astounding, flawless engineering of the heart, nature’s most exquisite machine Musa Sattar, London, UK – Deputy Science Editor Lub-dub, lub-dub…That steady beat belongs to the heart, a small yet powerful muscle working restlessly every second, every minute. We rely on it entirely – physically and even emotionally – though we often […]
Why is Muhammad a Prophet in Islam?
In a Nutshell: Muslims believe Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the final prophet chosen by Allah (SWT) to receive divine revelations and guide humanity towards monotheism and a righteous way of life. His prophethood is established by the Quran, authentic hadiths and the affirmations of Islamic scholars throughout history. Table of Contents Introduction Evidences Why is […]
The Al-Qalam Project | The Review of Religions
By the inkstand and the pen and by that which they write —The Holy Qur’an, 68:2 Prior to the invention of the printing press, scribes bore the heavy responsibility of carefully copying down the words of the Holy Qur’an.The Review of Religions Islamic calligraphy is one of the most venerated forms of calligraphy and is considered […]
When was the golden age of Islam?
In a Nutshell: The Islamic Golden Age is traditionally dated from the 8th century to the 13th century, a period marked by flourishing scholarship, scientific discovery, cultural exchange and economic prosperity in the Islamic world. Table of Contents In a Nutshell Introduction Quranic Verses Ahadith Companions’ Opinions Traditional Scholars’ Quotes The Islamic Golden Age Analysis […]
Prophecies – The Testimony of Fingerprints
© Shutterstock ‘Their ears and their eyes and their skins will bear witness against them as to what they had been doing.’ The Holy Qur’an (41:21) ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://readquran.app/41:21)Over a millenium before our discovery of DNA, the Holy Qur’an described a time when people’s skin– an inanimate thing –would betray their crimes and ‘bear witness’ against them. […]
When did the golden age of Islam occur?
In a nutshell: The Islamic Golden Age was not a single period, but rather multiple distinct periods throughout history in specific fields. All those golden ages had also their own downsides. It’s important to study both sides to get a more nuanced and realistic view. Introduction The Islamic golden age is something that is discussed […]