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Posted by gregory.bohn on May 13, 2007, 12:13 pm
Hello group.
A prayer ....
God ... please save me from your followers.
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> WHAT IS ISLAM?
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> Can we find an explanation of the great universe? Is there any
> convincing interpretation of the secret of existence? We realize that
> no family can function properly without a responsible head, that no
> city can prosperously exist without sound administration, and that no
> state can survive without a leader of some kind. We also realize that
> nothing comes into being on its own. Moreover, we observe that the
> universe exists and functions in the most orderly manner, and that it
> has survived for hundreds of thousand of years. Can we then say that
> all this is accidental and haphazard? Can we attribute the existence
> of man and the whole world to mere chance.
>
> Man represents only a very small portion of the great universe. And if
> he can make plans and appreciate the merits of planning, then his own
> existence and the survival of the universe must also be a planned
> policy. This means that there is an extraordinary power to bring
> things into being and keep them moving in order.
>
> In the world then must be a great force in action to keep everything
> in order. In the beautiful nature there must be a Great creator who
> creates the most charming pieces of art produces every thing for a
> special purpose in life. The deeply enlightened people recognize this
> creator and call him Allah "God". He is not a man because no man can
> create or make another man. He is not an animal, nor he is a plant. He
> is neither an Idol nor is He a statue of any kind because non of these
> things can make itself or create anything else. He is different from
> all these things because he is the maker and keeper of them all. The
> maker of anything must be different from and greater than things which
> he makes.
>
> There are various ways to know God "ALLAH'' and there are many things
> to tell about him. The great wonders and impressive marvels of the
> world are like open books in which we can read about God. Besides, God
> Himself comes to our aid through the many Messengers and revelations
> He has sent down to man. These Messengers and revelations tell us
> everything we need to know about God.
>
> The complete acceptance of the teachings and guidance of God 'Allah'
> as revealed to His Messengers Muhammad is the religion of Islam. Islam
> enjoins faith in the oneness and sovereignty of Allah, which makes man
> aware of meaningfulness of the Universe and of his place in it. This
> belief frees him from all fears and superstitions by making him
> conscious of the presence of the Almighty Allah and of man's
> obligations towards Him. This faith must be expressed and tested in
> actions, faith alone is not enough. Belief in one God requires that we
> look upon all humanity as one family under the universal Omnipotence
> of God the Creator and Nourisher of all. Islam rejects the idea of
> chosen people, making belief in God and good actions the only way to
> heaven. Thus, a direct relationship in established with God, without
> any intercessor.
>
> Islam is not a new religion. It is, in essence, the same message and
> guidance which Allah revealed to all Prophets. Adam, Noah, Abraham,
> Ismael, David, Moses and Jesus (PBUT). But the message which was
> revealed to Prophet Mohammed (PBUT) is Islam in its comprehensive,
> complete and final form.
>
> The Quran is the last revealed word of Allah and the basic source of
> Islamic teachings and laws. The Quran deals with the basis of creeds,
> morality, history of humanity, worship, knowledge, wisdom, God-man
> relationship, and human relationship in all aspects. Comprehensive
> teaching on which, can be built sound systems of social justice,
> economics, politics, legislation, jurisprudence, law and international
> relations, are important contents of the Quran. Hadith, the teachings,
> sayings and actions of Prophet Mohammed (PBUT), meticulously reported
> and collected by his devoted companions. Explained and elaborated the
> Quranic verses.
>
> THE FUNDAMENTAL ARTICLES OF FAITH IN ISLAM
>
> The true faithful Muslim believes in the following Principal articles
> of faith:-
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> He believes in One God 'Allah', Supreme and Eternal, Infinite and
> Mighty, Merciful and Compassionate, Creator and Provider.
> He believes in all Messengers of God without any discrimination among
> them. Every known nation had a warner or Messenger from God. They were
> chosen by God to teach mankind and deliver His divine message. The
> Quran mentions the name of twenty five of them. Among them Mohammad
> stands as the last Messenger and the crowning glory of the foundation
> of Prophethood.
> Muslin believes in all scriptures and revelations of God. They were
> the guiding light which the Messengers received to show their
> respected peoples the Right Path of God. In the Quran a special
> reference is made to the books of Abraham, Moses, David and Jesus. But
> long before the revelations has been lost or corrupted. The only
> authentic and complete book of God in existence in the Quran.
> The true Muslim believes in the Angels of Allah. They are purely
> spiritual and splendid beings whose nature requires on food, drink or
> sleep. They spend their days and nights in the worship of God.
> Muslim believes in the last Day of Judgement. This world will come to
> an end someday, and the dead will rise to stand for their final and
> fair trial. People with good records will be generously, rewarded and
> warmly welcomed to the Heaven of Allah, and those with bad records
> will be punished and cast into Hell.
> Muslim believes in the timeless knowledge of God and His power to plan
> and execute His planes and nothing could happen in His Kingdom against
> His will. His knowledge and power are in action at all times and
> command over His creation. He is wise and merciful, and whatever He
> does must have a meaningful purpose. If this is established in our
> mind and hearts, we should accept with good faith all that He does,
> although we may fail to under stand it fully, or think it is bad.
> THE FIVE PILLARS OF ISLAM
>
> Faith without actions arid practice is a dead end, as far as Islam is
> concerned. Faith by nature is very sensitive and can be most
> effective. When it is not out of practice or out of use, it quickly
> loses its liveliness and motivation power.
>
> There are five pillars of Islam:
>
> The declaration of faith: To bear witness that there is none worthy of
> worship except Allah, and that Mohammad (PBUH) is His Messenger to all
> human beings till the Day of Judgment. The Prophethood of Mohammad
> obliges the Muslims to follow, His exemplary life as a model.
> Prayers: Daily, prayers are offered five times a day as a duty towards
> Allah. They strengthen and enliven the belief in Allah and inspire man
> to a higher morality. They purify the heart and prevent temptation
> towards wrong - doings and evil.
> Fasting the month of Ramadan. The Muslims during the month of Ramadan
> not only abstain from food, drink and sexual intercourse from dawn to
> sunset but also sincerity and devotion. It develops a sound social
> conscience, patience, unselfishness and will - Power.
> Zakkah: The literal and simple meaning of Zakkah is purity. The
> technical meaning of this word designates the annual amount in kind or
> coin which a Muslim with means must distribute among the rightful
> beneficiaries. But the religious and spiritual significance of Zakkah
> is much deeper and more lively. So it has humanitarian and
> sociopolitical values.
> Hajj (Pilgrimage to Makkah): It is to be performed once in a lifetime,
> if one can afford it financially and physically.
>
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