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Islamic Way of Life – Islamic Text
Islam is a complete “way of life.” The chief characteristic of the Islamic concept of life is that it does not admit a conflict, nay, not even a significant separation between life-spiritual and life-mundane. The faith offers structure and guidance in all aspects of daily life, from birth and death rites, to courtship and marriage relationships, and in education and business dealings.
Birth Rites
Birth Rites
Medical Doctors and Muslim Parents should understand Islamic customs surrounding the child birth. Here you can find information about circumcision, birthrates, breastfeeding, etc.
Courtship
Perfect marriage partner choice is one of the most important decisions a person ever make in his or her life. It should be taken as seriously as any other major decisions in life. Muslims approach this decision with careful investigation, family involvement and prayer.
Muslim Marriage
In Muslims society view marriage as the foundation of family and society life. In practical life Islamic marriage is thus structured through legally-enforceable duties and rights of both parties.
In an atmosphere of respect and love, these duties and rights provide a framework for the balance of family life and the fulfillment of both partners.
Conversion
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Islam is the world’s fastest-growing religion by number of conversions each year. Those who embrace Islam are known as either "reverts" or "converts" to the faith, recognizing that each person is born with a natural faith in Allah and merely returns to it as an adult.
Education
There is more than enough scriptural proof that Islam encourages education for both men and women, some fail to realize that when the disease of poverty attacks, it does so in disregard to any cultural or religious boundaries. The Prophet Muhammad once said that Muslims should "seek knowledge, from the cradle to the grave." Education is a life-long endeavor, and Muslim parents have many choices with regards to their children's education. In addition, most Muslims try to learn at least the basics of the Arabic language, although only 15% of Muslims speak Arabic as a native tongue.
Eating and Drinking
All Muslims are required through the holy Qur'an to follow the Islamic laws of inheritance. The rules are laid out verse by verse in the Qur'an and have not been touched for over 1,400 years. Everything is permitted (Halal), except what God specifically prohibited (Haram).
Muslims do not consume pork or alcohol, and follow a humane process for the slaughter of animals for meat. Within these rules, there is wide variation among the eating habits of Muslims around the world.
Modest Dress
Islam gives guidance about all aspects of life, including matters of public decency. Islam has set minimum standards for personal modesty, which are reflected in the various styles of clothing worn among Muslims.
While such standards may seem out-dated or conservative to some people, Muslims view these values of public decency as timeless.
Business
Islam has given detailed regulations for our economic life, which is balanced and fair. Muslims are to recognize that earnings, wealth and material goods are the property of God, and we are merely His trustees.
Introduction and Basic Fundamentals of Islam
What is Islam?
The word Islam comes from an Arabic word means “peace” and “submissions”. Islam teaches us that anyone around the world can find peace by submitting his or herself to Almighty God (Allah) in heart, deed and soul. The same Arabic root word gives us “Salaam alaykum”, (“Peace be with you”), the global Muslims greeting.
Who is a Muslim?
The word Islam comes from an Arabic word means “peace” and “submissions”. Islam teaches us that anyone around the world can find peace by submitting his or herself to Almighty God (Allah) in heart, deed and soul. The same Arabic root word gives us “Salaam alaykum”, (“Peace be with you”), the global Muslims greeting.
Who is a Muslim?
Anyone who believes in and willfully follows Islam is called a Muslim. This is also from Arabic root word. The religion of Muslim is called “Islam”, and anyone who believes in and follows it consciously is called “Muslim”.
How Many and Where?
Islam is a fastest growing world religion, with over 1.6 billion Muslims worldwide and still growing community. It is considered one of the Abrahamic, monotheistic faiths. Muslims usually associated with the Arabs of the Middle East, but fact is that there are only 10% Muslims are in Arab. Muslims are found all over the world in every nation, race and color.
Who is Allah?
Allah is the proper name of Almighty God, and is often translated merely as “God”. There are other names too, those are used to describe Allah characteristics like, the Creator, the Merciful, the Sustainer, the Compassionate, etc.
All Muslims believe that Allah alone is the creator of this world. Allah is alone that deserves our devout worship and love. Islam holds to a strict monotheism. Any worship and prayers directed at saints, prophets, other human being or nature is considered idolatry.
What do Muslims believe about God, prophets, the afterlife, etc.?
The basic beliefs of Muslims fall into six main categories. These are also known as the “Articles of Faith”:
- Faith in the unity of God
- Faith in prophets
- Faith in angels
- Faith in books of revelation
- Faith in an afterlife
- Faith in destiny/divine decree
The "five pillars" of Islam:
In Islam, good works and faith go hand-in-hand. Only verbal declaration of faith is not enough, for a strong belief in Allah makes obedience to Him a duty.
The Muslim concept of worship is very clear. Muslims consider everything they do in their life to be an act of worship, if it is done according to Allah’s guidance. There are also five formal acts of worship which help strengthen a Muslim’s obedience and faith. They are often called the “Five Pillars of Islam.”
- Testimony of faith (Shahaadah or Kalima)
- Prayer (Salat)
- Almsgiving (Zakat)
- Fasting (Sawm)
- Pilgrimage (Hajj)
Trust in Allah the Almighty
“Amir-ul-Mo’mineen Hazrat Umar Bin Al-Khattab (RA) is quoted as that the Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) has said that if you trust in Allah The Almighty in a manner which is the due right of His Majestic Being you will be provided with bread as the birds are provide who fly in the morning search of food hungry and return in the evening with full stomach.” (Tirmizi: Vol: 2, Page 57, 58)
This hadees clearly elaborates the power of conviction in the graciousness and the majesty of Almighty Allah. Trust, faith or belief means the conviction one shows in Allah and accepts Him as his beneficent and nurturer and believes in His authority as a benefactor. There are as many sayings of the Holy Quran as well as of Hadees as one could long for regarding the firmness and potency of faith in the One and Only Creator. In Quran Almighty Allah has ordained upon us:
This hadees clearly elaborates the power of conviction in the graciousness and the majesty of Almighty Allah. Trust, faith or belief means the conviction one shows in Allah and accepts Him as his beneficent and nurturer and believes in His authority as a benefactor. There are as many sayings of the Holy Quran as well as of Hadees as one could long for regarding the firmness and potency of faith in the One and Only Creator. In Quran Almighty Allah has ordained upon us:
“And the one who believes in Allah He is sufficient for him”. (Al-Talaq: 3)
So, being a Muslim it is a part of our belief and tauheed (oneness of Allah) to put all our trust in Allah for our success and achievement in all matters including the struggle for food and bread. And if our efforts end up in a failure or don’t bring desired consequences then be sure that there lies a blessing in disguise of not acquiring the results and if your faith is firm He will guide you right and give you the best.
