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About Islam
Q. Who is Allah?
A. Allah (SWT) is the Creator of all things, both seen &
unseen and is Absolute, Eternal, & Unique. Allah was never
born and never dies. He is the same G-d who revealed
Himself to the prophets Adam, Ibrahim (Abraham), Nuh
(Noah), Musa (Moses), Dawud (David), Isa (Jesus), and
Muhammad, peace be upon them.
Q. Who is Prophet Muhammad
A. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the messenger of Allah,
and the seal of the prophets. Born in Arabia over 1,400
years ago, he brought the final revelation, the Holy Qur’an,
from Allah (SWT). Muslims believe that Prophet Muhammad
(PBUH) – statesman, military leader, businessman,
husband, and father, is the perfect example of human
conduct. Although Muslims love, revere, and respect
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), we do not worship him, or
consider him anything other than a human being.
Q. What is the Qur’an?
A. The Qur’an is the book of guidance for those who fear
Allah (SWT). The Qur’an was revealed to Muhammad
(PBUH) as a confirmation and clarification of previous
scriptures. Muslims believe the Qur’an to be the final
revelation from Allah (SWT). They are obligated to read
and commit as much of it as possible to memory.
Q. What do Muslims practice & believe?
A. Muslims practice the religion of Al-Islam which literally
means “the state of peace”. This peace is the result of the
submission of the individual’s will to the will of Allah. Al-Islam
is based on five pillars:
distinction among them, in his revealed books, and in the
Angels, judgment and resurrection, and that Allah (SWT) is
in full command of his creation, in any and all circumstances.
Q. Where do Muslims fit into American Society?
A. Muslims are found in every aspect of contemporary
American life. Muslims work as factory workers, doctors,
teachers, scientists, athletes, etc. Muslims vote, serve in
the military, and in government. The Muslim values of clean
living, hard work, and civic responsibility are as American as
can be.
Q. Who is the leader of the Muslims?
A. The life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the model for
leadership in the Islamic Society. The title for a leader in
Islamic society as described in the Qur’an is Imam. Each
Muslim community selects its Imam based solely on his
knowledge of the Qur’an, Islamic history, and Islamic law.
Any adult male may be an Imam provided he is
knowledgeable of Al-Islam and of sound moral character.
Q. Are Muslims “Terrorists”?
A. No. The Qur’an teaches Muslims to seek conflict
resolution by peaceful means whenever possible. When
warfare is necessary, Muslims are to protect the lives of
women, children, and civilians, and to treat captives with
kindness and dignity.
Q. Can Muslims work with Jews and Christians?
A. Yes. Nothing in Islam forbids Muslims from working with
any G-d fearing people to achieve good, healthy common
goals.
A. Allah (SWT) is the Creator of all things, both seen &
unseen and is Absolute, Eternal, & Unique. Allah was never
born and never dies. He is the same G-d who revealed
Himself to the prophets Adam, Ibrahim (Abraham), Nuh
(Noah), Musa (Moses), Dawud (David), Isa (Jesus), and
Muhammad, peace be upon them.
Q. Who is Prophet Muhammad
A. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the messenger of Allah,
and the seal of the prophets. Born in Arabia over 1,400
years ago, he brought the final revelation, the Holy Qur’an,
from Allah (SWT). Muslims believe that Prophet Muhammad
(PBUH) – statesman, military leader, businessman,
husband, and father, is the perfect example of human
conduct. Although Muslims love, revere, and respect
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), we do not worship him, or
consider him anything other than a human being.
Q. What is the Qur’an?
A. The Qur’an is the book of guidance for those who fear
Allah (SWT). The Qur’an was revealed to Muhammad
(PBUH) as a confirmation and clarification of previous
scriptures. Muslims believe the Qur’an to be the final
revelation from Allah (SWT). They are obligated to read
and commit as much of it as possible to memory.
Q. What do Muslims practice & believe?
A. Muslims practice the religion of Al-Islam which literally
means “the state of peace”. This peace is the result of the
submission of the individual’s will to the will of Allah. Al-Islam
is based on five pillars:
- Shahada – Open declaration that there is no G-d but
Allah (SWT), and that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is
his messenger. - Salat – Prayer five times a day in a prescribed
manner. - Zakat – Charitable donation of a portion of one’s
wealth and resources to the needy. - Sawm – Muslims of sound physical and mental health
are required to fast by abstaining from food, drink,
sexual relations during the daylight hours of
Ramadan, the 9th month of the Islamic calendar. - Hajj – Pilgrimage to the Holy city of Mecca. Muslims
of sound physical, mental health and financial means
are obligated to make the Hajj at least once in a
lifetime.
distinction among them, in his revealed books, and in the
Angels, judgment and resurrection, and that Allah (SWT) is
in full command of his creation, in any and all circumstances.
Q. Where do Muslims fit into American Society?
A. Muslims are found in every aspect of contemporary
American life. Muslims work as factory workers, doctors,
teachers, scientists, athletes, etc. Muslims vote, serve in
the military, and in government. The Muslim values of clean
living, hard work, and civic responsibility are as American as
can be.
Q. Who is the leader of the Muslims?
A. The life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the model for
leadership in the Islamic Society. The title for a leader in
Islamic society as described in the Qur’an is Imam. Each
Muslim community selects its Imam based solely on his
knowledge of the Qur’an, Islamic history, and Islamic law.
Any adult male may be an Imam provided he is
knowledgeable of Al-Islam and of sound moral character.
Q. Are Muslims “Terrorists”?
A. No. The Qur’an teaches Muslims to seek conflict
resolution by peaceful means whenever possible. When
warfare is necessary, Muslims are to protect the lives of
women, children, and civilians, and to treat captives with
kindness and dignity.
Q. Can Muslims work with Jews and Christians?
A. Yes. Nothing in Islam forbids Muslims from working with
any G-d fearing people to achieve good, healthy common
goals.
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