The Prophet Muhammad is the most important human in Islamic history, second only to Allah in reverence. To Muslims he was the last prophet, delivering God’s final message, and is therefore often referred to as The Prophet or the Messenger, the capital initial letters differentiating...
While the revelations from God became the basis for the Qur’an, Muhammad’s thoughts and deeds were also considered important enough to document as examples of the way to live a life perfectly. For the next hundred or more years, scholars documented these thoughts and deeds...
One of the key Muslim beliefs is that ‘there is no god except God and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the messenger of God’ This means that there is only one god and Muhammad is the messenger and prophet. Therefore, this statement regarding the role and...
One of the most controversial steps taken by Muhammad bin Tughlaq early in his reign was his so-called transfer of capital to Deogiri which was renamed Daultabad, and the alleged orders of the sultan ordering a mass transfer of the people from Delhi to the...
The Emergence of the Taliban A new Islamic movement, led by Mullah Mohammad Omar, first appeared in Kandahar in 1994. The Taliban promised the people of Afghanistan order and stability, two things Afghans have long yearned for. As a result, many Afghans joined the Taliban,...
War represents an arranged disagreement generally incorporating of severe violence and extreme aggression executed by states, governments, societies, or paramilitary groups against another. War is generally caused by politics. This directs to countries trying to take control of another country’s land or wealth. War can...
Introduction Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, is a highly revered figure in Islam who is known for his leadership, wisdom, and compassion. His teachings and actions have had a profound impact on the world, shaping the course of history and inspiring millions of people...
Throughout history, there have been various religious leaders who have shaped the beliefs and practices of their followers. Among these influential figures, Jesus and Muhammad stand out as two of the most prominent and revered. While they lived in different times and in different regions,...
The book “Muhammad and the Believers” by Fred M. Donner provides a comprehensive overview of the early Islamic community and the role of Muhammad as its leader. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on different aspects of the early Islamic community and...
