Bilal Philips - All items

An interesting episode in English in which Sh. Bilal Philips shows the meaning of Allah’s name Al-Mo’men (the Granter of Security) and its impacts on the universe. He pays our attention that Allah confirms in his Book that he would never oppress any person. So we should believe in Allah’s justice and wisdom. Also, Sh. Bilal refers to the rights of the neighbor and that we should provide him with security as the Prophet taught us. Finally, he relates a story concerning this moral.

An interesting episode in English in which Sh. Bilal Philips shows the meaning of Allah’s name "As-Salaam" (the Bestower of Peace) which means to free Allah from any defect and to know that Allah is the source of security and safety. So the believer trusts in Allah’s promise and as a result, he lives in this world while being sure that Allah will reward him for abiding by His law. Afterwards Sh. Bilal gives some points about Islamic greeting.

An interesting episode in English in which Sh. Bilal Philips shows the meaning of Allah’s name "Al-Quddoos" (the Holy) which means the one who is perfectly free from deficiency and holy in all aspects. So we reject all qualities which are unsuitable for Allah such as resting mentioned in Genesis (2:2) or repentance mentioned in Exodus (32:14). Also, we reject the claims of those who say that Allah’s law is backward and unsuitable for our times. Afterwards Sh. Bilal shows that Allah did not create us aimlessly but He is the All-Wise.

A wonderful series of lectures in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he explains the beautiful names of Allah. He tries to pay Muslims’ attention to the importance of understanding them correctly. This explanation is simply presented to help Muslims apply them in their life.

In this episode, Sh. Bilal Philips explains three Names of Allah i.e. Al-Malek (the Sovereign Lord), Al-Maalek (the Owner), and Al-Maleek (the King), and shows the linguistic difference between them. Although there is a linguistic difference but this is only applicable to the human qualities not the Attributes of Allah. Afterwards he gives answer to a frequently asked question i.e. why is there evil in the world although Allah doesn’t like evil?

In this episode, Sh. Bilal Philips resumes talking about rules by which we abide during studying Allah’s Names. Afterwards he explains the issue of the greatest Name of Allah and shows opinions of the scholars, as Ibn Taymeya and Ibn Al-Qayyim, about this issue.

In this episode, Sh. Bilal Philips shows that the only way to know Allah’s Names is through the Quran and the Sunnah unlike names which some claim based on mental deduction or philosophical ways. He also mentions some rules by which we abide during studying Allah’s Names.

An article in English written by Dr. Bilal Philips in which he mentions the challenge that the Quran presented to people fourteen centuries ago, especially those who deny its message. None was able to face this challenge so far. Allah says, "Say, 'If mankind and the jinn gathered in order to produce the like of this Qur'an, they could not produce the like of it, even if they were to each other assistants.'"

Did God Become Man: The main purpose for writing this booklet is to reach those who believe in God and cause them to reflect on the nature of their beliefs in the light of reason and revelation. The booklet is actually the edited version of a lecture, which I have delivered on many occasions and in many locations around the world. The positive response of the varied audiences to this lecture encouraged me to prepare it as a booklet in order to make it accessible to a wider audience.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he shows the behavior of a Muslim teacher as seen by Islam.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he explains the supposed current priorities of Muslims.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he discusses the hadith when a companion asked the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) about the time of the Resurrection Day and shows the importance of doing the righteous deeds in one's early life, for he does not know when he dies. He also describes Heaven and Hell and their inhabitants.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he explains the duties of the Islamic call in this time.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he explains the duties of a Muslim such as his role to purify the Islamic society of un-Islamic practices and false beliefs.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he explains the duties of a Muslim towards his God, society, and himself.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips during which he explains the reality of celebrating the Prophet's birthday.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips during which he answers some questions about some Islamic issues.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips on the methods and mechanism of calling non-Muslims to Islam in the modern era.

An explanation of the ’real’ message and relgion which Jesus (peace be upon him) came with, from both the Bible and the Qur’an.

A great trial from Dr. Hatem to abbreviate the book of Sh. Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips "Evolution of Fiqh". The overall purpose of this book is to acquaint the reader with the historical factors behind the formulation of Islamic law (fiqh) in order that he may better understand how and why the various schools of Islamic law came about.