شریعت میں حلال و حرام کے احکام
اللہ تعالیٰ نے اپنے رسول صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم کے ذریعے سے جو دین پیش کیا ہے ، اُس کا مقصد انسانی نفوس کی پاکیزگی ہے۔ چنانچہ شریعت کے تمام احکام اس پاکیزگی کو حاصل کرنے کے لیے دیے گئے ہیں۔ یہ چار (4) نوعیت کے احکام ہیں اور عبادات، تطہیر بدن، تطهیر خورونوش اور […]
The Influence Of Greek Philosophy On Ilm Al-Kalam
The study of the evolution of Ilm al-Kalam (Islamic Theology), its methods of reasoning, and its impacts highlights the fact that its foundation was not solely based on internal issues of Islamic texts but was also deeply influenced by Greek philosophy. According to Allama Iqbal, Shibli Nomani, and Javed Ahmed Ghamidi, the influences of Greek […]
Modern Day Banking And Interest
In the modern economy, banks provide short and long term financing to consumers and businesses and charge pre-determined fixed interest in a loan contract. Sometimes, the loan amount is used by the borrower to purchase an asset, pay outstanding liabilities or do investment in business. From the perspective of the bank, it does not make […]
The Treasure Of Prophetic Teachings
1. It is narrated from Abu Hurayrah (RA) that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said: The very first group that will enter Paradise, their faces will be as radiant as the full moon on the fourteenth night. Then those who will enter after them will shine like the brightest star in the sky. They will […]
The Purpose And Objective Of The Injunctions Of The Shariah
Man’s true goal is the abode of the Hereafter—a realm of peace and security and a kingdom that shall last for eternity. The Quran refers to it as “Paradise.” Man has been sent into this world to attain that Paradise. Accordingly, God has guided him to strive for it throughout his life. He has said: […]
Compelled Knowledge (Ilm-E-Iztirari)
Knowledge is classically divided into badihi (self-evident) and nazari (acquired through reasoning). The former refers to that which is gained without deliberation or inference, while the latter refers to what is derived from the former through reflection and reasoning. The result of this division is that badihi knowledge is treated as foundational, and everything else […]
Fasting and The Blessings of Fasting
[The “Mukhtarat” section is reserved for selected writings of classical and contemporary authors. Its aim is to present the thought and perspective of both past and present to the readers. It includes excerpts from the works of prominent scholars of the past that highlight their ideas and styles. Alongside this, effective and credible writings of […]
In Search Still
تیرا وجود نظر کی تلاش میں ہے ابھییہ خاک اپنے شرر کی تلاش میں ہے ابھی Your being is still in search of vision, This dust is still in search of its own spark. کتنی ہی چاہے گا منزل پہ کارواں اپنااگرچہ رحمتِ سفر کی تلاش میں ہے ابھی Our caravan will surely reach its […]
What Difference Does It Make If We Live—What If We Die?
In April 2001, when our second daughter was born, a wave of joy spread through the entire family. She was called a bit of sunlight, a bit of moonlight. The womenfolk showered blessings, the elders offered prayers. Sweets were distributed, feasts were held, offerings were made. We wholeheartedly thanked our Lord for blessing us once […]