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Islam 101Islam 101
(A Short Introduction)(A Short Introduction)Dr. Ishaq ZahidDr. Ishaq Zahid
http://www.islam101.com
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No Compulsion in ReligionNo Compulsion in Religion
God created men and women toworship and obey Him, but
Let there be no compulsion in religion.Truth stands out clear from Error.Whoever rejects evil and believes in God
has grasped the most trustworthy hand-hold, that never breaks. And God hearsand knows all things.
(The Holy Quran, 2.256)
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World Muslims
World Muslims
1.2 billion, Muslims represent between19.2% and 22% of the world'spopulation.
One of every five persons in the world
is a Muslim Second largest religion in the world
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American MuslimsAmerican Muslims6 million (The New York Times, Feb.
21, 1989)About 40% Afro-American
Not all Muslims are Arabs, Not all
Arabs are Muslims.
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The Basics of Fait
hThe Basics of Fait
h
The One and Only God (Allah in Arabic)
ProphethoodThe Divine Books revealed by God to His
prophets
Angels, Life after Death, the Day ofJudgment, Heaven and Hell
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Worship andWorship and
ObedienceObedience
Prayers (S
alah)Charity (Zakat)
Fasting ( Ramadan)
Pilgrimage (Hajj)
Any act done according to Quran and
Sunnah to please God
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Quran and Science
Quran and Science
The Holy Quran is over 1400 years old text
in its original Arabic form.
It is not a book of science. However:
We have a better understanding of some of
its verses due to the modern scientific
knowledge
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AVerse on Embryology
AVerse on Embryology
"He makes you in the wombs of your mothers instages, one after another, in three veils ofdarkness." (Quran, 39:6)
The staging of human embryos was not describeduntil the 20th century. Streeter (1941) developedthe first system of staging which has now beenreplaced by a more accurate system proposed byO
'Rahilly (1972). "The three veils of darkness" may refer to: (l) the
anterior abdominal wall; (2) the uterine wall; and(3) the amniochorionic membrane
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Foundations of Real S
uccess
Foundations of Real S
uccess
Faith in the heart and words
Righteous Deeds
Mercy ofGod
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Some Dos and DontsSome Dos and Donts(with Young Muslims in mind)(with Young Muslims in mind)
Can spend some time in healthy sports andclean entertainment, but do not neglect
worship ofGod. Dont Disobey God. Control your Tongue, Eyes, Ears and
Hands.
Guard your private parts.
Dress Properly.
Eat wholesome and pure food.
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MOTHERSMOTHERS
The Qur'an elevates obedience and kindness
to parents (especially mothers) to a status
second only to the worship ofAllah.
Your Lord has decreed that you worship none butHim
and that you be kind to parents. Whether one or both of
them attain old age in your life, say not to them a word
of contempt nor repel them, but address them in terms ofhonor. (Qur'an 17:23)
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Human Equality in IslamHuman Equality in IslamProphet Muhammad (PBUH) said:"No Arab has any superiority over a non-
Arab, nor does a non-Arab have anysuperiority over an Arab. Nor does awhite man have any superiority over ablack man, or the black man any
superiority over the white man. You areall the children of Adam, and Adam wascreated from clay."
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Justice in IslamJustice in Islam
"Do not let your hatred ofa people incite you to
aggression."(Quran 5:2)
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Justice in Islam
Justice in Islam
"And do not let ill-will
towards any folk incite youso that you swerve fromdealing justly. Be just; that is
nearest to heedfulness."(Quran 5:8)
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Justice in Islam
Justice in Islam
Oh you who believe, stand up firmly for
justice, as witnesses to God, even if it be
against yourselves, or your parents, or your
kin, and whether it be against rich or poor;
for God can best protect both. Do not follow
any passion, lest you not be just. And if youdistort or decline to do justice, verily God is
well-acquainted with all that you do.
(Quran 4:135)
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Repel Evil with GoodnessRepel Evil with Goodness 041.034 Nor can goodness and Evil be equal.
Repel (Evil) with what is better: Then will he
between whom and thee was hatred become
as it were thy friend and intimate!
003.134 Those who spend (freely), whether
in prosperity, or in adversity; who restrainanger, and pardon (all) men; forGod loves
those who do good.
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Jihad
Jihad
Jihad, an Arabic word that means to strive,
to struggle, to do ones utmost.
Jihad to get an A grade is to study tirelessly
An Evil Jihad is to spread evil
A Jihad is Islamic if it is done according to
the Holy Quran.
Not all Jihads are Islamic.
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AWord on Terrorism
AWord on Terrorism
There are no ISLAMIC TERRORISTS!
(There are a few among over a billion
Muslims who are terrorists.)
Using Islam or Islamic associates evil
acts to the teachings of Islam. And that is
WRONG!
Let us STOP associating Islam with evil.
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QuestionsQuestions
and Answersand Answers
Surah Al-Fatehah
(Chapter 1: The Opening)
1. In the name ofAllah, MostGracious, Most Merciful.
2. Praise be to Allah, the Cherisherand Sustainer of the worlds;
3. Most Gracious, Most Merciful;
4. Master of the Day of Judgment.5. Thee do we worship, and Thine
aid we seek.
6. Show us the straight way,
7. The way of those on whom Thou
hast bestowed Thy Grace, thosewhose (portion) is not wrath,and who go not astray.