Islamic Sciences

Why Do People Suffer? God’s Existence & the Problem of Evil

Introduction In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Grantor of Mercy This essay argues that the existence of evil offers neither a logical nor probable case against God’s existence...

Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy

Why Laylatul Qadr? The Significance & Virtues of the Most Important Night of the Year

Islam makes certain times and places especially sacred. The Night of Power is one of these times. Learn the significance of Laylatul Qadr and how to seek its reward.

Dr. Nazir Khan, Sh. Ibrahim Hindy and Dr. Omar Suleiman

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Is Islam a Conquest Ideology? On Jihad, War, & Peace

Abstract Does the construct of jihad equate to ‘perpetual war’ in Islam’s grand political scheme? And was the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ mostly about blood and gore and body counts? These are the core issues...

Surkheel Sharif

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The Prophecies of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: Proofs of Prophethood Series

Some of the greatest and most convincing testimonies to the prophethood of Muhammad ﷺ are the numerous occasions on which he correctly predicted future events. Explore some of these predictions—all derived from Qur’anic...

Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy

The Fate of Non-Muslims: Perspectives on Salvation Outside of Islam

Abstract What is the fate of non-Muslims after death? This essay lays out three different answers that Muslims have proposed regarding non-Muslims who have had the message of Islam reliably presented to them (since...

Dr. Jonathan Brown

The Power of Motivation

Abstract Motivation is at the root of our conscious thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It provides the basis for experiences of happiness and joy as well as anxiety and sorrow. It strongly affects our judgments and...

Dr. Zohair Abdul-Rahman

Repentance, Redemption, & Salvation: An Islamic Framework

Introduction “Every son of Adam commits sin, and the best of those who commit sin are those who repent.”[1] While seemingly counterintuitive, this profound statement from the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is a cornerstone in...

Roohi Tahir

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Why Does God Ask for Worship?

Introduction In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Grantor of Mercy This question has been a recurrent criticism among antagonists of religion. It has even stirred doubts in many theists who have been worn down...

Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy

How to be a Mindful Muslim: An Exercise in Islamic Meditation

Introduction How can we have more control over our thoughts in this time of information overload and anxiety? Exercising mindfulness, or muraqabah, can help discipline our minds in order to handle the current situation...

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The Accomplishments of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Proofs Of Prophethood Series

To download the new e-book, The Final Prophet: Proofs for the Prophethood of Muhammad, click here. In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Grantor of Mercy Introduction “Ye shall know them by their fruits...

Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy

The Accomplishments of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Proofs Of Prophethood Series (Archived)

Read the updated version of ‘The Accomplishments of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’.

To download the new e-book, The Final Prophet: Proofs for the Prophethood of Muhammad, click here.

Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy

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The Lost Art of Contemplation

Introduction Modern psychology involves the study of human cognition, affect, and behavior. These three phenomena represent fundamental components of the human experience. They are also deeply connected to the Islamic...

Dr. Zohair Abdul-Rahman

Islamic Sciences

Why Do People Suffer? God’s Existence & the Problem of Evil

Why Laylatul Qadr? The Significance & Virtues of the Most Important Night of the Year

Is Islam a Conquest Ideology? On Jihad, War, & Peace

The Fate of Non-Muslims: Perspectives on Salvation Outside of Islam

The Power of Motivation

Repentance, Redemption, & Salvation: An Islamic Framework

Why Does God Ask for Worship?

How to be a Mindful Muslim: An Exercise in Islamic Meditation

The Accomplishments of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Proofs Of Prophethood Series

The Accomplishments of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Proofs Of Prophethood Series (Archived)

The Lost Art of Contemplation

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