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POPULAR BELIEFS
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Righteousness - Based on Lineage, Relationships, Companionship, etc.?
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Proof that no one, including Muhammad’s wives, are automatically righteous
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2
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Will There Be a Bridge Over Hell (As-Sirat)?
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The Quran doesn’t mention any such bridge and doesn’t indicate there will be any such thing
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3
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What Does the Quran Mean by “Ask Those That Have Knowledge”?
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It doesn’t mean you can just blindly accept the advice of others, e.g. parents, scholars, gurus, etc.
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4
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Can I Just Blindly Follow What Others (Scholars, Imams, etc) Teach Me?
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No. You may only follow what you understand and have proven to yourself.
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5
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Black Magic - Is It Real?
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Proof that black magic is real and can, among other things, cause divorces
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6
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Gold and Silk - Is Wearing It Forbidden by Men?
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Proof that men are allowed to wear gold and silk
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7
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Ablution (Wudu) - Must You Perform It Before Touching the Quran?
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Proof that making ablution before touching the Quran is not required
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8
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Idolatry (Shirk) - More Than Just Worshipping Statues
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An explanation of the different types of idolatry
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9
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Imam and the Shi’a Imamate - What Exactly is It?
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An Quranic examination of the term “Imam”
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10
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Intercession - Can Anyone Help You on the Day of Judgement?
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Proof that no one, including Muhammad (pbuh), can help anyone on the Day of Judgment
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11
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Gabriel (Jibril) - An Angel or a Spirit?
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An Quranic examination as to whether Gabriel is an angel or The Holy Spirit
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12
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Punishment of Hell - Temporary or Eternal?
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A Quranic examination of whether hell is eternal for everyone who goes there
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13
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Prophet Jesus (pbuh) - Will He Come Back?
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Proof that Prophet Jesus (pbuh) will not come back
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14
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Music and Singing - Is it Forbidden?
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Proof that listening to music and singing are not forbidden
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15
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Nikaah Al-Mut’ah (Temporary Marriage) – Is It Permitted?
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Proof that temporary marriage with predetermined duration is forbidden
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16
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Sects (Sunni, Shia, etc) - Can You Join or Create One?
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Proof that dividing into or joining a sect is forbidden
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17
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Death and Punishment in the Grave - Is There Such a Thing?
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A Quranic examination of what happens after death
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18
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Radhi Allah Unho - A Potentially Dangerous Saying
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An Quranic examination of the meaning and whether saying it is allowed
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19
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Superstitions - One of Satan’s Weapons
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Proof that believing in and following superstitions contradictory to the Quran is forbidden
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20
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Taqiyya (Lying for a Greater Good or Lying to Save Your Life) - Permitted or Forbidden?
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Proof that taqiyya is forbidden except in dire situations, e.g. threat of persecution or death
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21
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The Christian Concept of the “Trinity” and Jesus as Son of God
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Proof that the Christian Bible, which Muslims must believe, does not teach the “Trinity”
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23
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Hadith and Sunna - What’s the Difference?
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An explanation of the difference between “hadith” and “sunna”
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24
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The Night Journey (Isra and Mi’raj) - Did it Really Happen?
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An examination of the sources describing The Night Journey
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25
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The Qibla Change - Mecca to Jerusalem and Back to Mecca Again
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An analysis showing that the Qibla was originally at the Kaa’ba and was not once, but twice
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26
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Will an Actual Trumpet be Blown on the Day of Calamity and Resurrection?
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An analysis as to whether an actual “trumpet” will be blown on the Day of Calamity and Resurrection
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27
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The Sunna of Muhammad (pbuh) - Is it an Islamic Requirement?
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Proof that the Sunna is time-bound and not a religious requirement
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28
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Jihad - Holy War Against Non-Muslims or Something Else?
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A Quranic explanation of what “jihad” really means
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29
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Wasilah - A Means of Access to God
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An Quranic analysis of “wasilah”, what it means and how it’s often misunderstood
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30
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What is a Muslim Name - A Misnomer
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There’s no such thing as a Muslim name
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31
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What is Quranic Ruh (Spirit)?
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Ruh as the holy spirit and ruh as divine energy
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32
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Zam Zam Water - Is it Blessed or Just Believed to Be So?
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The Quran says nothing about Zam Zam water but does talk about rain water and honey
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BELIEVERS, MUSLIMS AND NON-MUSLIMS
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33
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Death Penalty for Apostasy (Rejecting and Leaving Islam)?
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The Quran does not prescribe the death penalty as punishment for apostasy
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34
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Some Muslims Today are No Different Than Christian and Hindu Polytheists
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A Quranic analysis showing how some Muslims are actually polytheists (mushrikeen)
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35
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Death Penalty for Blasphemy (Ridiculing Islam)?
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The Quran does not prescribe the death penalty as punishment for blasphemy
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36
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Don’t Judge! Not All Jews and Christians are Kafir
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Quranic proof that some Jews and Christians are actually righteous
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37
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Forced Faith is No Faith
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Proof that it is forbidden to force any aspect of religion on anyone
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38
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Marriage With the People of the Book (Jews and Christians)
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Muslims may marry Jews and Christians but only under certain conditions
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39
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Muslim (Submitter) and Mu’min (Believer) - What’s the Difference?
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Many people (including some Jews and Christians) are Muslim but not all Muslims are Mu’mins
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40
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People of the Book (Jews and Christians)
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A Quranic explanation of the People of the Book
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41
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The Walking Dead
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To some people, God closes the door of forgiveness before death. They live only to wait for Hell.
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42
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Understanding “Kufr” (Disbelief) and “Kafir” (Disbelievers)
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Not all Non-Muslims are automatically Kafir. Only certain people under certain circumstances are Kafir.
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43
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Islam - The Religion of Muhammad or Also of Abraham, Moses, Jesus, etc?
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Proof that Islam existed before Muhammad and was inspired in all prophets before him
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44
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Who are Muslims?
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Many people (including some Jews and Christians) are Muslim but not all Muslims are Mu’mins
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45
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Will the Sins of Muslims be Transferred to Jews and Christians?
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The ahadeeth say “Yes”. The Quran says “No”. So, “No”. Common sense also says, “No”, by the way!
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QURAN
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46
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Are Some Verses of the Quran Replaced with Other Verses or the Hadeeth?
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An analysis showing that no verse in the Quran is canceled or replaced by another verse or source
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47
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How the Quran Describes Itself
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Absolutely clear guidance and proof explained in detail of all things; a judge between truth and falsehood
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48
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Lailat Al-Qadr - Is it Like an Islamic Lottery?
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The Quran does not tell one to find it as if to reap some huge reward or to wash away all sins.
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Mother of the Book (Umm Al-Kitaab)
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It is a master source within God’s presence from which the Quran was derived.
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50
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Some Commandments from the Quran
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Some obvious and not-so-obvious commandments from the Quran
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51
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Some Prayers from the Quran
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A collection of prayers taken directly from the Quran
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52
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The Best Hadeeth is Not Any of the Prophet’s “Ahadeeth”
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The Quran states that it itself is the best hadeeth and that one should not follow any other hadeeth
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53
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When and How Was the Quran Compiled into a Book?
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The Quran was completely written down on paper during the lifetime of the prophet
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54
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The Quran is the ONLY Acceptable Source of Religious Guidance
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The hadeeth or any other book are not allowed to be used as religious guidance
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GOD
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55
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How Does God Communicate with Humans?
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Through inspiration and signs, behind a veil, and by sending a messenger
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56
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What Does it Mean to Say “Ameen”?
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"So be it", "Truly" or '"Verily"
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57
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“Allah” is Not the Only Name for God
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Other prophets knew God as “El” and “Yahweh” but any beautiful name is the name of God
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PROPHET ABRAHAM (pbuh)
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58
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Are the Arabs and Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Descendants of Prophet Abraham (pbuh)?
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There is no evidence in the Quran that they are related
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59
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Did Prophet Abraham (pbuh) Really Send His Wife Hagar and Son Ishmael Away Alone to a Barren Land?
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There is no evidence in the Quran that this occurred
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60
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Prophet Abraham’s (pbuh) Original Sanctuary - At Makkah (Mecca) or Bakkah (Baca)?
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An analysis that strongly indicates that the original site was a Baca, not at Makkah.
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61
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Prophet Abraham’s (pbuh) Sacrificial Son - Ishmael or Isaac (pbut)?
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Strong arguments that indicate that the sacrificial son was actually Isaac, not Ishmael.
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PROPHET MUHAMMAD (pbuh)
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62
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“Iktatabaha” - Did Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Write the Quran Himself?
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An analysis indicating that he himself, rather than anyone else, wrote the Quran
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63
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Can Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Help You?
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Proof that no one, including Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), can help you on the Day of Judgement
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64
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Is Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Exclusive and More Special Than the Other Prophets?
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Quranic proof that Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is no different than the other prophets
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Follow the Example of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) - What is That Example?
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Quranic analysis that the example is not his personal preferences, e.g. having a long beard
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66
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God and the Angels Bless Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) - What About Everyone Else?
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Proof that God and the Angels also bless the believers
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67
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Did Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Perform Any Miracles as Did Some Other Prophets?
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No. The only sign given to Prophet Muhammad was the Quran.
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68
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Does “Obey God and His Messenger” Mean I Must Follow the Hadeeth and Sunna?
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No. It means to obey his authority with matters related to the Quran.
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Is Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Alive in His Grave “Hazir” (Present) and “Nazir” (Witnessing) Us?
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No. He’s dead. And he had no knowledge of the unseen.
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70
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Is Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) a Mercy to All Mankind?
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No. But the Quran is, which Muhammad brought by Divine inspiration.
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71
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Does “Take What the Prophet Gives You” Mean I Must Follow His Sunna?
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No. That is a reference to the booty (valuables) acquired during war.
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72
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Was Prophet Muhammad’s Mission Superior to That of Other Prophets?
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No. All prophets are equal. They all faced varying degrees of challengers. Some were even murdered.
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73
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Was Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) Illiterate (Couldn’t Read and Write)?
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No. He actually wrote the Quran himself.
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73
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Was Every Word the Prophet Said a “Wahi” (Revelation) from God? (Divinely Inspired)?
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No. It was only his sayings that were then than written in the Quran that were from God.
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PROPHETS AND MESSENGERS
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Adam (pbuh) and Jannah - Was Jannah on Earth or in Paradise?
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Arguments indicating that Adam’s “Jannah” was actually on Earth
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75
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Are All Messengers of God Equal? Or Are Some Superior to Others?
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They are all equal. Not even Muhammad is superior to the others.
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76
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Have There Been or Will There Be Any Other Prophets or Messengers after Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) ?
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Muhammad was the last prophet and the Quran is the last scripture. There can be other messengers.
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77
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Exodus of Prophet Moses’ (pbuh) People Across the Red Sea?
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An analysis that compares the stories from the Bible and the Quran
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78
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PBUH (Peace Be Upon Him) - For Prophet Muhammad Only or For All Prophets?
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An analysis of the use of PBUH as a suffix
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79
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Mary’s Virgin Birth of Prophet Jesus
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An analysis showing agreement between the Bible and the Quran
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80
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The Limits of Obeying a Messenger
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The limit is to what is considered right and just
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81
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The Crucifixion of Jesus (pbuh)
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A Quranic analysis of what happened
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82
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Was Prophet Jesus (pbuh) Sent to the Gentiles (Non-Jews) or To Just the Jews?
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The Quran confirms that he was only sent to warn the Jews. The Bible supports this.
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What is the Injeel?
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Quranic analysis that suggests that it may be the wisdom given to Prophet Jesus (pbuh)
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HISTORICAL SOURCES
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84
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Hadith Qudsi (Sacred or Divine Sayings)
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Supposed sayings of God that are not included in the Quran. You must disregard them.
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85
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Ibn Ishaq’s Sira of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
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The earliest surviving Muslim source of the prophet’s biography after the Quran
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86
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Non Muslim Sources of Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) Ministry
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Greek and Syriac writings from within decades of the prophet’s death
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87
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Poetry From a Quran’s Perspective
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The Quran isn’t poetry and considers poetic speech as to deliberately confuse and mislead
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The Shi’a Doctrine
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An explanation of the Shi’a belief and how the Quran doesn’t support it
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LANGUAGE
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Is Arabic a Holy or Superior Language?
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Quranic analysis indicating that Arabic is not a holy or superior language
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90
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Understanding the Challenge “Produce a Surah Like It”
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A Quranic analysis of why the target audience could not meet the challenge
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91
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Why Was The Quran Revealed in Arabic?
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For no reason other that so that the designated primary audience at the time (Arabs) could understand it clearly
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WOMEN
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“Daraba” (To Beat) - A Deeper Look in the Context of Wives
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In context of wives, “daraba” means to “turn away from”, not “beat” your wife
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“Khimar” (A Cover) - Does it Only Mean a Head Cover / Hijab?
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“Khimar” means anything that covers, e.g. a shirt covers a chest, a hat covers one’s hair, etc.
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94
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Aggressive (Mis)Translations of the Quran to Enslave Women
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Does the Quran say that wives are enemies and that they should stay fixed at home? No.
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Are Menstruating Women Required Fast?
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Yes, unless they become ill / feel pain or are generally unwell during the menstruation.
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96
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Does the Quran Confine Widows to Their Homes in Their Waiting Period (Iddat)?
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No, widows may leave their home during the waiting paid.
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Does the Quran Really Allow the Beating of Wives?
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An analysis that indicates that, rather than “beat”, one may “shun” or “separate” with their spouse
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Does the Quran Allow Consummating a Marriage with Female Minors?
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A Quranic examination that indicates that this is now allowed
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99
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Hijab / Veil / Head Covering - Do Women Have to Wear It?
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Quranic proof that women are not required to cover their hair, face, and neck
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100
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Can a Man Have Multiple or Up to Four Wives (Polygny) in Islam?
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The Quran does not seem to encourage nor discourage polygny nor specify a particular maximum number of wives
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101
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Nikaah - The Islamic Marriage Contract
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An explanation of the contract
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102
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Nikaah Al-Mut’ah (Temporary Marriage) - Allowed or Forbidden?
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Marriage may only be entered into for sincere and honest wedlock and not for temporary lust
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103
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Will Men Get Sexy Female Virgins in Paradise?
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Not necessarily. Both men and women will be recreated and have purified and righteous companions.
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104
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Should Women Lead Mixed Prayer Congregations or Religious Leaders?
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A Quranic and historical examination of this topic
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105
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Stoning for Adultery
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There is no directive in the Quran regarding stoning whatsoever
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106
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Thobe and Jilbab
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A detailed explanation of what they are
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107
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Was Ayesha (One of Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) Wives) a Child?
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The Quran says nothing of this and based on Quranic marriage requirements, probably not
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108
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Was Adam’s (pbuh) Wife Created From His Rib?
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The Quran says nothing about this
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109
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Where Do We Learn About Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) Wives?
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The Quran hardly says anything about his wives. Most information if from unreliable hadith.
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110
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Do Women Have the Right to Earn Equally as Men?
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According to the Quran, yes.
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PRACTICES
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111
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Circumcision - Is it Required?
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There is nothing in the Quran that requires circumcision.
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112
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Cutting the Hands of a Thief - No Ordinary Thief
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A Quranic analysis that indicates that this punishment is meant only for extreme cases
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113
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Eating with Your Left Hand - Is It Forbidden?
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Proof that eating with your left hand is not forbidden
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114
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Eid Festival After Ramadan - Is it Required?
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The Quran says nothing about the Eid festival. Therefore, practicing it is permitted.
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115
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Must We Fast Until Maghrib (Sunset) or Night (Layl)?
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Despite popular belief and practice, the Quran says to fast until “night”, not “sunset”
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116
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Homosexuality - Is it Permitted or Forbidden?
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The Quran clearly says that homosexuality is forbidden
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117
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Inheritance Law According to the Quran
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A explanation of inheritance law according to the Quran
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118
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Divorce Law According to the Quran
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A explanation of divorce law according to the Quran
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119
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Kissing the Black Stone - Veneration or an Idolatrous Practice?
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The Quran says nothing about kissing the Black Stone. So why do people do it?
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120
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Riba (Interest) and Whether Charging and Paying Interest is the Same Thing
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Riba is clearly forbidden but paying interest, e.g. on a home loan, is not forbidden
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121
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Sadaqah (Charity)
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An explanation of sadaqah (optional charity) and how it differs from zakah
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122
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Zakah
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An explanation of zakah (required alms giving similar to tax) and how it differs from sadaqah
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123
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The Hajj and Umrah
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A Quranic explanation of what is required or not regarding the Hajj and Umrah
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124
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Begin Fasting at the Time of Fajr or the End of Sehri
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You may eat until dawn when you start to see the a bit of light, which is later than the time of Fajr
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125
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Do You Have to Circle the Kaa’ba Seven (7) Times?
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You must circle the Kaa’ba but the Quran does not require you to circle it seven times
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126
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Must You Wash Your Feet in Wudu (Ablution) or Can You Wipe it?
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The Quran clearly says your must wipe your feet to your ankles so washing it is okay as well
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127
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(Wudu) Ablution Instructions
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How to perform wudu (ablution) according to the Quran
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ISLAM
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128
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Are Dogs Impure? Can I Have a Pet Dog?
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The Quran does not forbid anything with respect to dogs
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129
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Is it Forbidden (Haram) to Have Statues and Images?
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No. They are only forbidden if you worship them.
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130
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Does the Quran Encourage War or to Live by the Sword?
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No. Fighting is only permissible in self defence with those who aggress and oppress believers
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131
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Quranic Punishment - Murder VS Manslaughter
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Killing is only allowed in two circumstances: 1) retribution for committing evil beyond bounds and 2) retribution for murder
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132
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The Concept of Hijrah (Emigrating)
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If all attempts to resolve issues in one place fails, emigrate to a different place (city, country)
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133
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Can You Only Perform the Hajj during the 5 Days (8th - 12th) of Dhul-Hijjah?
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The Hajj pilgrimage, which takes a certain number of days to complete, can be performed anytime by any person during the four sacred months beginning from the new moon (Dhul Hijjah) until four lunar months later.
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134
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The True Definition of “Deen” According to the Quran
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“Deen” is a “system” and does not have to be religious in nature
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FOOD AND DRINK
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135
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Are Intoxicants, e.g. Wine, Alcohol, Forbidden (Haram) in the Quran?
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Whether considered “haram” or not, the Quran clearly says to stay away from intoxicants
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136
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Does the Quran Allow the Eating of Lions, Dogs, Cats, Rats, etc?
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A Quranic analysis of what can and cannot be eaten
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137
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Eat and Drink But Don’t be Extravagant
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The Quran clearly tells people not to consume food and drinks excessively and wastefully
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138
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What You Can and Cannot Eat
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A list of the types of food you are permitted to and forbidden from eating
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139
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Is it Okay to Eat Jewish Kosher Meat?
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Yes, but only if certain conditions are met
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140
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Why is it Forbidden to Eat Pig / Swine Flesh?
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The Quran doesn’t say why. You’re just not allowed to eat it.
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141
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How to Correctly Slaughter an Animal for Sacrifice
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A Quranic analysis of how to correctly slaughter an animal
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142
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Thakaytum - Slaughtering Lawfully to Make Food Fit for Consumption
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An analysis of the word “thakaytum”
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COSMOS
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143
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Are There Seven (7) Heavens or Several Heavens?
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The word “seven” in the Quran and in classical Arabic can mean “several”
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144
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Do Aliens Exist?
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According to the Quran, yes!
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145
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Heaven(s) and Paradise - What’s the Difference?
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The heavens are the wider universe and paradise is Jannah - the Gardens of Eternal Bliss
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146
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The Jinn
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A Quranic analysis of the invisible creature called “jinn. Satan is a jinn.
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PRAYER
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147
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Jewish Prayer VS Muslim Prayer - Same or Different?
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Ancient (original) Jewish prayers are in complete resonance with Quranic verses on the requirements of prayer
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148
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Darud Shareef Prayer
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An examination of the meaning of the prayer about prophets Muhammad and Abraham (pbut)
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149
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Do We Have to Pray in Arabic?
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An examination of the Quran indicating that one can pray in any language, not just Arabic.
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150
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How Can We Learn How to Pray If We Don’t Have Hadith to Teach Us?
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The Quran explains all requirements for prayer, not the hadith.
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151
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Verse 2:239 “Pray As We Have Taught You How to Pray”
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An Quranic analysis that supports the fixed form of prayer that we have today
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152
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Praying “For” The Dead is Different From Praying “Through” The Dead
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You can pray for the dead but not through the dead
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153
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Preparing a Dead Body for Burial - A Quran’s Persective
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There is not right or wrong way, as long as it’s with dignity and respect
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154
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Shortening of Prayers - Even on Vacation?
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You may only shorten your prayer if you are in danger, e.g. at war.
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155
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The Five (5) Daily Prayers From The Quran
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Proof of the five daily prayers and when to do them
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156
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The Importance of Congregational Prayer (Praying Together)
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A Quranic analysis of congregational prayer
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157
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The Tahajjud Prayer
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The Tahajjud prayer was only required on prophet Muhammad; it’s optional for everyone else.
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158
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What is “Salaat” (Prayer) According to the Quran
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A Quranic analysis of various aspects of prayer including form, speech, direction, ablution, etc
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159
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Why Do We Have to Recite the Quran Back to God When We Pray?
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The Quran actually doesn’t require nor forbid one to recite the Quran during prayer. So why not?
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WISDOM
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160
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Do the Best You Can with Sincerity
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Everyone has different limits. The Quran doesn’t expect you to do more than what you can handle.
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161
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Is the Mixing of Men and Women Forbidden, e.g. In School or Work?
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The Quran does not forbid free mixing. But it does require modest attire and good behavior.
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162
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inna Lillaahi Wa inna ilayhi Raajiuun - A Saying When Someone Dies?
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The Quran actually encourages saying this whenever you are hit with any misfortune
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163
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Behavior Towards Parents - Justice Over Blind Obedience
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Obey them unless they breach Quranic values; remain civil and respectful even if they are unjust.
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164
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A Simple Summary of Quranic Prohibitions
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1. Shameful deeds, 2. sin and oppression, 3. associate partners with God, 4. say things about God of what you don’t know
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165
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Quranic Wisdom
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A selection of verses
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166
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Salaam Alaikum (Peace Be Upon You) - What is an Islamic Greeting?
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The best greeting offers peace, regardless of language. It doesn’t have to be in Arabic.
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167
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How Satan (The Devil) Attacks Us and Leads Us Astray?
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In the end, most people will be led astray.
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168
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How to Present Your World Views and Religious Understandings
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Not by shouting and yelling but by, according to the Quran, polite and gentle speech
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169
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Are We Required to Stand Up for Justice or Can We Just Mind our Own Business?
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Believers are required to side with truth and justice, even if against ourselves or relatives
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170
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Suffering and Hardship
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Everyone will be tested and will suffer, including righteous people. No one is exempt.
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171
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Following Tradition Instead of God - A Small Lesson From the Bible
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Unfortunately, many people, including Muslims and Christians, follow tradition instead of God.
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172
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Why Me? What Did I Do? - Understanding Our Trials
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How and why we are tested
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173
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God Will Test Us
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Everyone will be tested and will suffer, including righteous people. No one is exempt.
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174
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Transfer of Sin - Will Someone Who Has Wronged Me Get My Sins?
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Fortunately, yes, to some extent, per the story of Adam’s two sons (5/27-37)
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175
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Judgement Day Questions
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A hypotheticial dialogue between God and a man name Ahmed
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