Islamic Creed

Did God Become a Man in Jesus Christ? Is Jesus God? Did He ever claim to be God? Dr. Zakir Naik is our guest on today’s show, Dr. Zakir is the President of Islamic Research Foundation, He is a dynamic international orator on Islam and Comparative Religion. Dr. Zakir has appeared on various international T.V. programmes and Satellite T.V. Channels Programmes. He has appeared on live interactive talk shows on radio in many countries. He has, Alhamdulillah, successfully overcome challenges from prominent personalities of other faiths in dialogues and debates. His most famous debate was held in Chicago, U.S.A. on April 1, 2000 with an American Medical Doctor and Missionary, Dr. William Campbell, on the topic, "The Bible and the Qur’an in the light of Science". He has authored books on Islam and Comparative Religion.

In this lecture Abdur Raheem Green addresses the age-old question, "Does God Exist?" The lectures begins by defining what a God is and continues to explore why it is common sense to believe in a Creator. He then brings forth the evidences from the Muslim Holy Scripture, The Quran, to detail the existence of the one true God.

A marvelous episode from the Deenshow.com about the top ten reasons why Jesus (peace be upon him) is not a god. Brother Joshua Evans confirms that he can mention additional reasons along with what he said and that the reasons are not confined to these ten reasons. They are here in a descending order: 10- God cannot be born. 9- No explicit statement in which Jesus said, “I’m God” or “Worship me”. 8- No one can see God in this life. 7- Jesus never taught the Trinity. 6- God does not sleep, eat, drink, etc. Jesus slept, ate, drank, etc. 5- Jesus does not know everything. 4- Jesus explicitly states that he is not God. 3- The Bible does not call Jesus the son of God alone. 2- God cannot change. He is perfect. 1- God is the essence of the worship. He is the object of worship. Had Jesus been God, he would have told people to worship him. Truly, he did the exact opposite as in Matthew 15:9.

An article in English talks about the Islamic perspective on the Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him) and his original message in comparison with the Christian religion.

A pamphlet in English clarifies the pure doctrine of monotheism that Islam brought and briefly mentions that Allah, the Most High, alone is worthy of worship. It confirms that Allah did not make a mediator between Him and His servants. He neither resembles anyone or anything of His creation nor anyone or anything of His creation resembles Him. This is the Islamic doctrine with which all Prophets have been sent.

A fatwa in English in which Sh. Muhammad Saleh Al-Munajjed (may Allah preserve him) answers the following question, "Will Allah forgive us for polytheism? Can we repent from polytheism? How do we repent? Is there any special prayers we must offer?"

A useful article in English in which Sh. Bilal Philips explains Surat al-Ikhlas in simple way to show the concept of god in Islam.

Three lectures in English in which Sh. Zakir Abdul Karim Naik introduces the Noble Quran, its attributes, and its characteristics.

Three lectures in English in which Sh. Zakir Abdul Karim Naik introduces the Noble Quran, its attributes, and its characteristics.

Three lectures in English in which Sh. Zakir Abdul Karim Naik introduces the Noble Quran, its attributes, and its characteristics.

In this episode, Sh. Bilal Philips shows that the name (Allah) contains the meanings of the other Names because all of them come as a description of the Name (Allah) as in basmalah (in the name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful), for examples. Afterwards he mentions some of the prayers’ supplications and adhkaar which contain the Name (Allah).

In this episode, Sh. Bilal Philips confirms that any branch of knowledge has a level of importance according to what it contains so studying Allah’s Names is the most important branch of knowledge because it talks about Allah (glory be to Him). Afterwards he explains the meaning of deviation in Allah’s Names and gives some examples which illustrate this behavior.

A program in English aims to increase our children’s awareness of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It mentions approximately all of his life's aspects from birth to death referring to his unique qualities and exemplary behavior, all of that are in a simple and concise way to be suitable for our children’s minds. Afterwards, it talks about five topics about his characteristics in dealing with the environment, women, children, animals, and even those who disagree with him on faith. Finally, it refers to some simple adhkaar (oral prayers) and good anasheed (songs) for our children.

A fatwa in English in which Sh. Muhammad Saleh Al-Munajjed (may Allah preserve him) answers the following question, "I want to visit the Mosque of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah. How should I send salaams upon the Messenger (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), and is visiting his Mosque obligatory?"

A fatwa in English in which Sh. Muhammad Saleh Al-Munajjed (may Allah preserve him) answers the following question, "I have read the many translations in English of the Noble Quran, Surat Al-Mulk verses no. 16-17 in which Dr. Mohsen Khans says: Do you feel safe from the one who is OVER the heaven, in both these verses; however Yusuf Ali and Pickthal state IN the Heaven, and some of the Urdu translations say IN the heaven, I am a little confused because my faith is that Allah swt is above the heavens and his throne in a manner that fits his majesty, and he does descend to the first heaven during the 3rd part of the night. Also, there interpretation of istawa is fixed on the throne, M. Khans is rose over (in a manner that Suits my Lord). I would really appreciate it if you could explain this in detail, what does the verses really say and when was it revealed, I have read ibn Kathir there is not much detail for this verses there. Your website has been very helpful and I find it alhamdulilah very honest and frank, I have previously suffered from Waswasa, which I have recovered from, all praise be to Allah (swt), through your sites answers."

This is a gift for all the new Muslims who currently know the right path to Allah. This is a means to strengthen and preserve their belief. In this book, Sh. Jamaal al-Din Zarabozo shows the fruits of becoming a Muslim, the excellent features of Islam and all aspects of Islam. Sh. Jamaal illustrates the pillars of faith on which one’s belief is based and the pillars of Islam which contain the best practical deeds (e.g. prayer) and the best deeds of the heart i.e. monotheism. As Islam is a social religion, Sh. Jamal explains the Muslim’s behavior towards all individuals in the society, old or young, whether they embrace Islam or not. Afterwards, he puts up some notices about both the permissible and prohibited financial dealings. He also mentions the factors which increase one’s belief and help the Muslim to abide by Allah’s commands. He refers to the obstacles (e.g. lust, misconception, and ignorance) in the path of the Muslims that prevent him from continuing his way to Allah. He also shows the prerequisites of sincere repentance which is between the person and his God without a mediator. Finally, he gives a word for the new Muslim.

A fatwa translated into English in which Sh. Muhammad Saleh Al-Munajjid (may Allah preserve him) answers the following question: What is the best way to convince the one who neglects prayer and deal with the one who supports heresies?

A book in English in which Sh. Manea Al-Juhany discusses the following aspects of Christianity: (1) Mariam, the Virgin, (2) Glad tiding about Jesus' birth, (3) Why Christians claim that Jesus is the son of Allah, (4) Jesus' mission, (5) Being raised to heavens, and (6) His claimed crucifixion.

A fatwa translated into English in which Sh. Muhammad Saleh Al-Munajjid (may Allah preserve him) answers the following question: I am living in Dubai and here a huge number of Shia are present around us they always say that doing mourning on 9th and 10th Muhaaram is right and this is the proof that we love Hazrat Husain and Hazrat Yaqoob. Allah said about Yaqoob, "And he turned away from them and said, 'Oh, my sorrow over Joseph,' and his eyes became white from grief, for he was [of that] a suppressor. They said, 'By Allah, you will not cease remembering Joseph until you become fatally ill or become of those who perish.' He said, 'I only complain of my suffering and my grief to Allah, and I know from Allah that which you do not know.'" Please tell me the answer as soon as possible that beating chest is right or wrong?

Three wonderful articles in English in which the writer refutes the allegations of those who wanted to challenge Prophet Muhammad's prophethood. In the beginning, the articles mention some proofs of his prophethood and counter the allegations that the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) lied about what was revealed to him, in addition to responding to those who accused him of madness, poetry, and magic.