Understanding Islam

Question Al-Israa 17:33 And do not kill any one whom Allah has forbidden, except for a just cause, and whoever is slain unjustly, We have indeed given to his heir authority, so let him not exceed the just limits in slaying; surely he is aided. Who is included in heir? If all do not agree to retaliation and some opt for the blood money; who has the upper ... Read more...

Question I have read your explanation that "Arsh/Kursi" mentioned in the Quran refers to authority, power of God. But some verses in the Quran (correct me,if I am wrong) namely Az-Zumar 39:75, Al-Haqqah 69:17 etc. and many reported ahadiths seems to suggest that "Arsh/Kursi" as a physical entity. Many scholars believe it to be a physical entity all ... Read more...

Question Is Islam a tolerant religion? Qadeer Shahzad United KingdomQuestion from United KingdomAnswerIslam is the guidance prescribed by God. This fact clearly implies that Islam is as tolerant as God wants man to be[1], which, under ordinary circumstances, is to be an embodiment of tolerance. During the life of this world, God has allowed man the freedom to live a ... Read more...

Question I asked the Imam in our mosque regarding the children of Prophet Moses (sws). He said that he had two wives but no children. Then I read an article "The Prophethood of Muhammad (sws)" by Dr. Khalid Zaheer on the web site http://www.renaissance.com.pk. He wrote Prophet Moses (sws) had children. He did not mention how many. Also, I read that Imam Ib ... Read more...

Question What do Muslims think or feel about online casinos. Also online casinos on the internet? Thank you, Kindly, Sandi BasiQuestion from CanadaAnswerThe Qur'an, the basis of Islamic belief, strictly discourages Muslims against participating in any activities, which fall within the scope of gambling. However, as in the case of adherents to any other religion, indiv ... Read more...

Question I was once informed by my teacher in school that a scholar in Egypt has done some research on certain popular products which include some haram contents. Some of them were detol (antiseptic), lux (soap), and all cola drinks like Pepsi and Coca Cola. He also told me some detail. According to him, the chief constituent of cola drinks is "pepsin" whic ... Read more...