Tag: Holy Quran

Poem: ‘The Holy Qur’an’

Most Excellent Exemplar: the Holy Prophet’s Influence in the Modern World

Nooresahar Ahmad, Hartlepool The Holy Prophet’s (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) role in our day-to-day lives as Muslims is obvious and profound. But how often do we step back and consider his influence over the world at large – an influence still prevalent to this day? The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) is a figure unlike … Read More Most Excellent Exemplar: the Holy Prophet’s Influence in the Modern World

Water Of Life

M Rehman, Cheam ‘Ma’a’ is the Arabic word for water, which appears in the Holy Qur’an 63 times. And throughout the Holy Qur’an, we are reminded that it is a blessing from God Almighty. “Do not the disbelievers see that the heavens and the earth were a closed-up mass, then We opened them out? And We made from water every living thing. Will they … Read More Water Of Life

Explaining the Inexplicable: Science, Faith and Miraculous Events

Nabila Khalid, Bolton I have come across atheists that fall into 2 categories – – Those that dismiss miracles as fictitious fairy tales because they believe they go against the laws of nature. – Those that are aware that the miracles referred to in religious scriptures can be proved through science and mathematics and can therefore not be classed as miracles at all. I … Read More Explaining the Inexplicable: Science, Faith and Miraculous Events

The Beauty of The Holy Qur’an

By Navida Sayed, London The Holy Qur’an is a unique living book like no other conveying a timeless and universal message relevant for all times. What makes the Qur’an unique and distinct is that it can be referred to as a life manual, a study guide and an amazing book of knowledge about the entire universe. There is not a single aspect the Qur’an … Read More The Beauty of The Holy Qur’an

The Story of Mary, a Pure and Noble Example

Sameea Jonnud, Aldershot Mary, mother of Jesus, can often be seen portrayed in paintings as a serene figure with her head always covered and has always been a revered figure for Christians, to such an extent that in some denominations her figure can be found in churches and even prayers are said to her. Children in the West are taught the Nativity story in … Read More The Story of Mary, a Pure and Noble Example

Islam: A Voice For The Unheard

For Islam Awareness Week a post featuring the perspective of a young person Aalia Qureshi, London For many of us, being assertive, confident and easy-going comes naturally, almost like an instinct. But today, I am writing for those of us who feel we do not have a voice. Those of us who have to put in 20 times as much effort (so it seems) … Read More Islam: A Voice For The Unheard

World Book Day-A Celebration Of Unveiling Information

Nazma Raichuri, Hounslow East World Book Day (2nd March) is a celebration of books and reading, but most importantly it’s a celebration of unveiling the amazing world of information and wealth of knowledge that great books have to offer. Every true Muslim acquires knowledge as a fundamental principle of their faith, this is expressed through our belief in books, like the Torah of Moses (peace … Read More World Book Day-A Celebration Of Unveiling Information