‘Renouncing the world’; the inward and outward aspects
The concept of ‘renouncing the world’ is present in most, if not all, religious traditions although it is often understood in different ways. In Islamic terminology it [...]
Abbas Di Palma
REMEMBRANCE OF GOD
One of the significant aspects of a faithful life is the remembrance of God. Remembering God by heart and tongue is what has been defined as remembrance or ‘dhikr’ in [...]
“To know Me is to worship Me”
Aod’s creation is marvelous. Water, minerals, plants, sky, mountains, rivers are all part of a whole and unique system in which we live in. According to a religious [...]
Understanding the ‘Great Struggle’
In a noble tradition it has been reported: “Indeed the Prophet sent out a battalion and when they returned he said: “Welcome to people who returned from the minor [...]
Repentance: the premise of all worships
Repentance is a key concept in all monotheistic religions and all Abrahamic faiths have stressed its religious importance. On the contrary, other religions do not emphasise [...]
The Prophets’MIRACLES
One of the most interesting questions related to theological affairs is to do with the nature and scope of miracles. Miracles are a mysterious but fascinating [...]
An Islamic perspective on Cremation
Cremation is an ancient practice involving the reduction of a dead body to ashes by fire. It has been a common practice in Hindu culture for centuries as well in other [...]
