Tinge of Life
In his Twentieth Word, Bediuzzaman Said Nursi, a 20th century Islamic scholar and teacher, uses an interesting phrase,…
Prophet
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Being of Adam
Being human is being “of Adam.” In terms of the Universal Spirit (al-ruh al-kull), “being of Adam” is…
The Weight of Our Assumptions About Others – 2
Question: While sayings of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, counsel against condemning believers to shame, despising them,…
“Peaceful Settlement is Better”
Question: “Peaceful settlement is better” (Nisa 4:128) reads a Qur’anic verse. What are the messages to be drawn from…
I Seek Refuge in You…
Question: Among things Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, sought refuge from were “knowledge, hearts, prayers, and eyes”…
Facing Oneself
The Example of the First Circle around the Prophet and Those Who Followed Them So much so a…
Being Preoccupied with the Truth
Question: “Those who are not preoccupied with elevated goals will be consumed by lowly troubles.” What needs to…
Dental Care with Miswak
We all may appreciate the difference between the positive impact made by a smile of pearly-white teeth and…
Having Bad Opinion of Others: A Disease to Topple a Person
Question: Is having bad opinion of others actually self-inflicting? Answer: “When you hear a man say, ‘The people are…
Sin and the Feeling of Guilt
O you who believe! Turn to God in true, sincere repentance. (66:8) Philosophers and scientists have long mulled…
Dialogue with the Qur’an: Understanding the Divine Message in Its Context and Beyond
The message of the Holy Qur’an is believed to be relevant for all Muslims, including those who lived…
Frequency of Meals and the Example of the Prophet
It is widely accepted in modern culture that people should eat three meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Nutritionists…
Boasting of One’s Rank, Reviling Others’ Genealogies
Question: Among the characteristics of “ignorance” that his followers would not completely abandon, the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon…
Manifestation (Tajalli)
Tajalli (manifestation), which has almost the same meaning as showing itself, display, and appearance, in the language of…
Hizmet Embraces the Entire Human Family
I’m saddened to hear that the Hizmet Movement here is being categorized as a terror group. I’ve been…