ูููู ููุง ุฃููููู ุงููููุชูุงุจู ุชูุนูุงููููุง ุฅูููููฐ ููููู ูุฉู ุณูููุงุกู ุจูููููููุง ููุจูููููููู ู.
The Message of Islam
A comprehensive guide to the beliefs, worship, politics, economics, and morality of Islam
by Abdurrahman al-Sheha
"Say: O People of the Book! Come to a word that is just between us and you: that we shall worship none but Allah, and that we shall ascribe no partner unto Him..." โ Surah Aal Imran (3:64)
Introduction
Islam is the religion that agrees with the natural disposition of man. It urges Muslims to ask about things that are incomprehensible through the consultation of competent and knowledgeable authorities. In Islam there are no obscure or mysterious things; it allows us to ask about everything.
By nature, humans have many questions that require logical and clear answers. The Qur'an provides such answers: What is the origin of humanity? What is our status in the universe? Why were we created? Who is the Creator? What is the true religion? What is the path to peace of mind? What is our final end?
Islam has all the solutions to the problems that face the world today. The world has implemented many doctrines, but over and over these doctrines prove unsuitable and incapable of implementing human life. Islam, in its entirety, was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and is unchanged. Muslims, on the other hand, have changed. If a Muslim makes a mistake, it does not mean that Islam concurs with his action.
๐ What You Will Learn
- The Oneness of Allah and the foundations of Islamic monotheism
- The Six Articles of Faith and the Five Pillars of Islam
- Islam's distinguishing qualities that set it apart from other systems
- The political, economic, and social aspects of Islamic life
- Rights and obligationsโfrom rulers to neighbors, spouses to children
- Moral teachings and daily etiquettes that refine character
Table of Contents
๐ฟ Part 1: Foundations of Islam
- Monotheism in Islam
- The Principal Goals of Islam
- Distinguishing Qualities of Islam (40 unique characteristics)
๐ฟ Part 2: Faith & Worship
- Belief in Allah
- Belief in the Angels
- Belief in Allah's Books
- Belief in the Messengers
- Who is Muhammad (peace be upon him)?
- Belief in the Last Day
- Belief in Qadaa & Qadar (Divine Decree)
- The Two Testimonies of Faith
- Salaah (Prayer)
- Zakaah (Obligatory Charity)
- Fasting (Sawm)
- Hajj (Pilgrimage)
๐ฟ Part 3: Islam in Society
- The Political Aspect of Islam
- The Economic Aspect of Islam
- The Social Aspect of Islam
- Rights owed to the Ruler and the Ruled
- Rights of Parents, Spouses, Children, and Relatives
- Rights of Neighbors, Friends, Guests
- Rights related to employment
๐ฟ Part 4: Morality & Etiquette
- The Moral Aspect of Islam
- Prohibitions regarding Food, Drink & Clothing
- The Commandments of Islam
- Dining Etiquettes
- Manners of Relieving Oneself
- Manners of Seeking Permission & Greeting
- Manners of Gathering & Conversation
- Etiquettes of Visiting the Ill & Sleeping
- Etiquettes of Traveling & Trade
About This Book
This book was written by Abdurrahman al-Sheha and translated by M.M. Abdus-Salam. It covers every aspect of a Muslim's lifeโfrom the deepest theological beliefs to the simplest daily manners. Whether you are new to Islam or seeking to strengthen your understanding, this book offers a complete roadmap.
"I ask the reader of this booklet to read it without preconceived notions about Islam, and that his goal should be to reach the truth, not to search for faults."