Murder is indeed a heinous crime that is naturally rejected by all humans. Almighty Allah threatens the murderer with a painful punishment in the hereafter, unless he or she sincerely repents. In this video, Sheikh `Abdur-Rahim Green speaks about this major sin and the system of retribution in Islam.

Murder: A Major Sin in Islam

It is common knowledge that zakah is a pillar of Islam. But, what are the things that we are required to pay zakah on? And what is the sepcific amount to be given? Listen to the answers of Dr. Zakir Naik to these questions.

Zakah: On What & How Much?

When should Hajj be performed, and who should undertake this blessed journey? Watch this short video to learn about this Islamic obligation.

What Is Hajj?

Please allow me to briefly present to you my book “MUHAMMAD, THE PROPHET OF MERCY” (255 pages), a planned (five years of work) response to the offensive cartoons. It mainly addresses readers who are misinformed or know nothing about Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) with the purpose of providing them […]

Muhammad: The Prophet of Mercy

Fasting is one of the pillars of Islam. It is observed by Muslims during the month of Ramadan, a season of intense worship. How can Muslims make the best use of those precious moments? What should they do and not do while fasting? And what are the benefits that can be gained out of this blessed month? Watch this video to know the answers and more…

Ramadan: The Month of Fasting and Spirituality

Prophet Muhammad warned his Companions against harming or upsetting neighbors. In a hadith reported by Imam Ahmad that is as true today as it was 1400 years ago, the Prophet was asked about a certain woman who prayed and fasted more than was obligatory upon her, and gave generously in charity, but unfortunately, she did not refrain from speaking harshly to her neighbors...

Consideration for Neighbors

Hajj is declared by all experts to be the most diverse gathering in the world. Yet all the people there are united in their actions and goals. Each person performs the same procedures to complete their Hajj. All the people dress alike, men are to wear two pieces of unstitched white cloth...

Hajj: A Universal Message of Unity

Salem Al-`Amry talks on a very important subject that every muslim needs to know; that is the Status of Sunnah in Islam. He sheds light on the meaning of the Sunnah, and he further explains why we should follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) closely just as we are to follow the noble Qur'an.

Status of the Sunnah in Islam

All of us need to get knowledge regarding such an important obligation in Islam as zakah. Watch this session and listen to what the sheikh has to say in response to the questions raised by the viewers.

Q & A on Zakah

Zakat and Sadaqah are forms of charity given by Muslims. The two are different in their own respects. Zakat means growth, purification, and blessing in Arabic. Sadaqah means sign of sincerity of faith...

Zakah & Sadaqah: What Is the Difference?

Sheikh Yusuf Estes talks about the relationship between boys and girls in Islam.

Relationship Between Boys and Girls

The first part of this testimony states that Allah has the exclusive right to be worshipped inwardly and outwardly, by one’s heart and limbs. In Islamic doctrine, not only can no one be worshipped apart from Him, absolutely no one else can be worshipped along with Him. He has no partners or associates in worship. Worship, in its comprehensive sense and all its aspects, is for Him alone.

The First Pillar of Islam: Testimony of Faith

This film, produced by the Science Research Foundation, a Harun Yahya institution, presents the Muslim response to and denunciation of terrorism. It qexplains that all kinds of violence against civilians are crimes against humanity and grave sins in religious terms.

Islam Denounces Terrorism

Are women degraded in Islam? Do women have rights in Islam? Do women have a right to participate in public life? Do women have a right to inherit?
To know the answer to these questions, watch this Show of Inspired by Muhammad campaign in which Sultana Tafadar focuses on women's rights.

Inspired By Muhammad – Women’s Rights

The Shahada is the Muslim profession of faith and the first of the ‘Five Pillars’ of Islam. The word shahada in Arabic means ‘testimony.’ It must be recited by every Muslim at least once in a lifetime with a full understanding of its meaning and with an assent of the heart.

The Testimony of Faith

In this lecture, Sheikh Yusuf Estes deals with well established facts about Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). However, no sheikh or one lecture can cover all aspects of the life of this great man. Volumes and encyclopedias and even libraries have been dedicated to presenting the picture of this noble prophet.

Muhammad A to Z (+2)

In common folklore, angels are thought of as good forces of nature, hologram images, or illusions. Western iconography sometimes depicts angels as fat cherubic babies or handsome young men or women with a halo surrounding their head. In Islamic doctrine, they are real created beings who will eventually suffer death…

Belief in Angels

Belief in the Prophets chosen by Allah to relay His message to humans is a required article of Islamic faith.They form a link between the earthly beings and the heaven, in the sense that Allah has picked them to deliver His message to human beings. There are no other channels to receive divine communications.

Belief in the Prophets

Allah’s foreknowledge is infallible. He is not indifferent to this world or its people. He is Wise and Loving, but this should not make us fatalists, throwing up our hands and saying, “what’s the point of making any effort?” His foreknowledge does not compromise human responsibility…

Belief in the Divine Decree

This important topic applies to everyone, as we all have an appointment with death, and ignoring it won’t make it go away. Watch this video to learn how to better prepare for death and for what comes next.

Death: Are You Prepared for it?