Jihad and Qital: Two Concepts Where Confusion About Islam Starts
In this article, I will try to summarize the concept of jihad and war according to the Qur’an,…
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What Needs to Be Overcome for People of Will
Question: The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said, “The things I fear most for my community are:…
The Human Being and Endless Blessings
Every moment in life is composed of certain opportunities to obtain new treasures. It is up to every…
Hikma (Wisdom)
Hikma (wisdom), meaning knowledge, the understanding of Divine commandments, philosophy, the real reasons for the existence of events…
The Attributes of Virtuous People
How can one make virtue his or her nature? To be able to lead a virtuous life, especially…
A History of Sufism for Western Readers
Among the general Western public, Sufism has often been confused with the mystical traditions of the Far East,…
A New Existence
Each individual owes his or her success and happiness to the peace and the trustworthiness of their society.…
Ilm (Knowledge)
Ilm, (knowledge) means information obtained through the human senses or through the Revelations or inspiration of God. It…
Islam and Reactionary Movements
QUESTION: There are reactionary movements in different parts of the world. These are waged against established systems, and…
Adab (Mannerliness)
Its meaning covers being sensible and reasonable, well-behaved, well-mannered, treating people kindly. Adab (mannerliness) is used in the…
Ghana and More
The Fountain was among the organizers of an important conference in Ghana. Many participants described the conference as…
Causality in Science and Religion
One of the most appealing questions in the history of science is if science and religion can be…
Numerical Codes and Gematrical Mysteries in the Qur’an
Just as there is a perfect order that allows life to exist and function, there are incredible numerical…
Realizing Ideals
Question: In a society where disorder is rampant and a war of values is taking place, how can…
Building a Society of Noble Ideals
The humans of this age have been victimized by a lack of idealism. Sometimes, in addition to lacking…