Critical, rational inquiry has been the work of Muslim philosophers for a long time: al-Farabi’s persuasion consists in offering argumentative reasons for holding a certain position; ibn Sina’s dialectics involves a process of rational argumentation…
The Poverty of Fanaticism [based on article
The world is at present in the grip of fear. We fear an unknown absence that hides behind the mundanity of our experience; perhaps ubiquitous and confident, perhaps broken and at an end…
“We are the tangible link between Islam and the modern, secular world. In more than one sense, we are living in two cultures, two civilizations, at one and the same time…”
“Every person who chooses Islám as a way of life has a deeply personal story, which can be very moving and inspiring to hear…”
“The best way to show gratitude to our Alláh, is to worship him, to obey him and to avoid displeasing Him. This is how we can reciprocate the divine love…”
Islam is a full-time job
The “Believers”, who have attained true success, both individuals and the Jama’ah, are those who have accepted the Message of Muhammad and have acknowledged him as their guide, and followed the way of life taught by him.
