Question I was reading your responses regarding the issue about Shias whether they are Muslims or not? Shias are NOT Muslims [Period]. Please examine the following. The Islamic Ruling on Shi`ites Dr. Ahmad al-Afghaanee The Mirage in Iran Edited and Translated by Dr. B. Philips Imaam ash-Shaafi`ee On one occasion ash-Shaafi`ee said concerning the Shi`ites, […]
Is Raising of the Dead in the Hereafter, Satan, Paradise Metaphorical or Literal?
Question My questions for you are about Bahai faith, if you know about this religion. Bahais say that raising from the dead is metaphorical? Can you tell me from Qur’an that is said/implied beyond doubt that its not metaphorical? Same goes with the concept of satan/ paradise-hell / They think its all symbolic! Can you […]
Killing People of Another Sect…
Question I have learnt from a friend that the Wahhabi sect believes that if they can kill a member of the Shiite sect then Allah will guarantee them a place in Jannah. Is this true? Even though this may seem a frivolous question to you, i request you to answer it because it means a […]
Can a Muslim Girl Be Given in Marriage to an Ahmadi?
Question According to the laws of Islam is it right for a parent to give their daughter in marriage to a Qadiani? What are the formalities? How can he be converted to Islam? ::/wysiwyg_question:: ::wysiwyg_answer:: The first thing that should be clarified is that the Shari`ah does not entail any express directives regarding the interpersonal […]
The Beliefs and Practices of Aga Khanis
Question Yesterday, my uncle told me about your website concerning various issues about Islam and its components. It is a great website for one who wants to learn more about Islam and different aspects of it. My question is why do Ismailies, the ones who follow Aga Khan, pray to him. To be honest, I […]
Regarding the ‘Nation of Islam’
Question As-Salaamu Alaikum Another Muslim I know has suggested to me that members of the Nation of Islam are coming to the light of truth in that they are told by Louis Farrakkan, their so-called leader, to attend Jummuah services, etc. It was also suggested that I embrace them as true Muslims but, knowing a […]
Why ‘The Qur’an and The Sunnah’ Why Not ‘The Qur’an and The Ahl al-Bayet’?
Question The top of your web page states “Presenting Islam in light of Qur’an and Sunnah…” I am wondering if you are aware of the famous hadith al-thaqalyn (two weighty things), which the Prophet (saawaws) said he left for us on his last pilgrimage. He clearly and specifically said “Qur’an and Ahlul Bait.” He NEVER […]
Was Hadhrat Ali (ra) Identical to the Prophet (pbuh)?
Question The Shiites believe that Hadhrat Muhammad (PBUH) was identical to Hadhrat ALI. They also claim that Hadhrat Ali was made of the same NOOR (light) of which Hadhrat Muhammad (PBUH) was made of. Is this statement true? Answer It should be clarified that, according to my knowledge, the referred statements are not a part […]
Why Discuss Sectarian Issues?
Question I want to ask about the concept of Shiite and Sunni based on the Qur’an. People say that its not illegal according to Islam the marriage between Shiite and Sunni but in my view there is no concept of Shiite and Sunni in Islam then how could one say it legal or illegal. I […]
Sufism & Islam…
Question Sometimes I wonder about a few things, one is the relationship of Islam and Sufism…can anyone please explain it? Isn’t a Sufi also a Muslim? Answer Sufism, to a layman, is a mystical approach toward Islam. It is, however, very difficult to say that Sufism is, in any way, a part of Islam. A […]