It has been pointed out that the Qur’an suffers from no less than 11 contradictions. We have dealt with five of them in the previous issues. In this issue we deal with a few more of the supposed contradictions.
The Qur’an
Verses from Surah al-Isra’ (47-58)
[47] We know very well how they listen, when they listen to you (O Muhammad, in secret)81, and when they conspire, when the… more »
The Hadith
On the Islamic System of Government
Islam, as we know, is comprehensive of all the departments of life, both individual and collective. Like fundamental articles of faith, worship, morality,… more »
History
History of Islam (Part 6)
Harun al-Rashid died in 809 CE after a twenty-three year rule becoming an icon of adventure, chivalry and piety. A patron of learning and arts
Story Essay
Reading between the Lines
In November 2009, YMD published an article by Jenny Tailors entitled, ‘What is the Tablighi Jamaat?’
Editorial
Contradictions in the Qur’an-3
It has been pointed out that the Qur’an suffers from no less than 11 contradictions. We have dealt with one of them in the last issue. Herewith, a few more of them, and their answers.
The Qur’an
Verses from Surah al-Isra’ (39-46)
[39] This is of what Allah has revealed unto you of the wisdom. And set not up with Allah another deity or you… more »
The Hadith
On the Ethics of Buying and Selling in Islam
Through the traditions of the Prophet, on whom is peace, Islam provides its own ethic of business transactions in day-to-day life. Whether it… more »
History
History of Islam (Part 5)
The Abbasids surpassed the Umayyads in tyranny against the Fatimids, but the Abbasid Caliph, Al Mahdi’s ten-year rule brought prosperity to people. During his reign,
Perspective
The Hajj: Understanding Sacrifice as Premise
The Hajj is a simultaneous demonstration of many things: a demonstration of creation, of history, of unity,
Editorial
Are there any contradictions in the Qur’an-2
Someone has sent us by e-mail a set of 11 contradictions found in the Qur’an. It had an Introduction, which was answered last month. In this issue we deal
The Qur’an
Verses from Surah al-Isra’ (26-39)
[26] And render the kinsman his right,53 and the meek and poor, and the wayfarer. And squander not squanderingly.54 Commentary 53. Rendering of… more »
The Hadith
The Rights of Islamic Fraternity
The holy Prophet, like all the earlier Apostles, was raised up in the world with Divine Faith and Heavenly Guidance. Those who responded… more »
