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Its Beginning is Mercy, Its Middle is Forgiveness
It is related from our Prophet (s.a.w) that he said about Ramadan, “Its beginning is mercy, its middle is forgiveness, and its ending is liberation from the Hellfire.” The stage of mercy has come and gone; now is the time for forgiveness. The mercy of God surrounds us as a manifestation of his name Rahman, whether we want to or not, whether we deserve it or not. (His name Rahim, however, is more a...
An Essay on the Tradition of Forty Hadith
Through this form of religious education, consisting of forty stages, between Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and people, a person can elevate himself to a certain level of knowledge. Traditions are the true offspring of a civilization or culture through which that civilization can survive. The tradition of forty hadiths (sayings of the Prophet) is one of the precious elements that carries on the nobilit...
Ramadan Mobilization
During the month of Ramadan we see a dramatic increase in all acts of worship. In these blessed days prayer, charity, and preoccupation with the Quran are at their highest for many of us. This fact is also manifest in the prophetic narrations that deal with the month of Ramadan.
When Ramadan came, a noticeable change would take place in our Prophet’s (s.a.w) spiritual life. His generosity would re...
Treaties between the Prophet and the Idol Worshippers
During his conveyance of Islam, Prophet Muhammed (pbuh) made contact with members of various religions. Due to the fact that Islam is a religion of peace, the Prophet preferred the way of agreement in inviting peoples to Islam. In view of the fact that Arabian society was generally composed of mushriks (idol worshippers), it is observed that the Prophet mostly dealt with them during his prophetho...
Prophet Muhammad’s Model for Civilization
Developing a New Perception of Civilization
Emeritus Professor of Mimar Sinan University Sadettin Ökten speaks to Lastprophet.info.
- What can you say about how we can form "a new perception of civilization" based on your experiences?...
From "Dialogue" to "Living Together With Differences"
Professor Sinasi Gunduz not only brings new dimensions to the concept of dialogue, but with other studies in the area of religious history he evaluates the concept of prophethood by taking into account the Christian view. Dr. Gunduz, who also writes the "The Hues of Belief" column, asks if it is possible to explain Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) to members of other faiths without taking into a...
Observations and Evaluations on Prophet Muhammad’s Relationship
Introduction When his life is examined, it is apparent that Prophet Muhammad exhibited universal behaviors that was for the whole of humanity and traveled beyond the centuries. Generally speaking, people possess a great desire to have children. This is due to the innate feeling of continuing one’s own lineage, which can be found in all living creatures, as well as in every human...
Our Feelings in Ramadan
Today I am sharing sister Sare Çizmecioğlu’s reflections on Ramadan, with great gratitude to her for sharing her feelings with us.
“I saw the crescent in the sky of the dark blue night, in the red of the flag, on the top of the dome, above the Neretva.* I had a difficult time fasting through the long hours. The gates of divine help opened wide. The sun hid its heat, and the clouds wished the faste...
History of the Sacred Trusts
Understanding in Christianity and in the Societies before Islam Almost all members of all religious, from those accepted as a primitive to those based on divine inspirations, give importance to the remembrance belongings concerning to past. Members of some religious have great respect that closes to adoration degree, to these belongings. On the other hand, some members of other religious believe...
Islamic Ruling on Female Circumcision
The following has been translated from the fatwa issued in Arabic by Egyptian Islamic Theologian Dr. Yusuf al-Qaradawi, Head of the International Union of Muslim Scholars. "Praise to Allah, and may the peace and blessings be upon the Messenger of Allah, his family and companions, and followers of his guidance." Ever since I was a student at Al-Azhar University, I have seen people debate over the...
Fabricated Hadith
It is one of the peculiarities of human nature that allows us to transmit events in a way that differs from how they actually occurred or to flatter people whom we love or have sympathy for.Another aspect of this kind of behavior is that we can act in a certain way for some kind of spiritual or material gain. Clearly this characteristic of human nature can lead a person to exaggerate, or even lie...
Ramadan in Istanbul
The fasting month, in spite of its private nature (‘Fasting is Mine’, as the hadith insists), is more of a public affair than any of the other rites of religion, perhaps because of its elemental quality; and in this city it forces each citizen to decide how he stands with God. Ramadan brings to the surface some of Istanbul’s deepest human secrets. The great City resembles the improbable arm of ...
