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- Belief in Holy Books - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, The third pillar of faith is belief in Allah's books. It is ordered in the verse from the Qur'an that: "And who believe in the Revelation sent to thee, and sent before thy time;" [Baqarah, 4] We must believe in Qur'an which was given to Rasulullah (a.s.) and Torah, ...
Views: 1283 - Pope Right: Hell Not Forever, Incompatible with a Loving God; Where Did We Get that Idea? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2015 from Richard Ruhlingope Francis has sparked another debate with controversial remarks at the Third Vatican Council. He says, the concept of hell where people burn eternally cannot be Christian--it goes against the concept of a loving and compassionate God. That idea is being challenged by other Bible scholars, ...
Views: 1586 - The human is not left undisciplined - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Allah (swt) did not leave human, whom He bestowed with reason and will, undisciplined after He created them. All works and words of human are recorded and kept by angels. It is ordered in the verses from the Qur'an that: "But verily over you (are appointed angels) to protect ...
Views: 1098 - Harbinger II: You thought same-sex marriage meant America is going down? Wait a month! - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: The Harbinger was about a series of events that needed explanation in Cahn's best-selling book that warns of impending judgment. Harbinger II needs little explanation except to note that the Supreme Court decision for same-sex marriage came on a date that resonates with biblical meaning ...
Views: 1274 - Mel Sithampur Jain Math: The Caretaker of All Jain Abodes - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Suman JalalLocated near Gingee in Villupuram district of Tamil Nadu, Mel Sithampur Jain Math is the main religious centre of the Tamil Jain community. The place is sacred to all Jains living in Tamil Nadu. They pay homage to this holy math. Headed by Bhattaraka Laxmisena Swami, this math is one of the ...
Views: 1047 - Belief in Angels - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, The second pillar of faith is belief in Angels. Angels belong to The Amr Alam (The Command World or The Angelic World), which is one of the two big worlds which was created by Allah (swt). It is an unseen world, which is also called as world of spirits. It is not possible to ...
Views: 1219 - Science does not deny the existence of Allah (swt) - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, I would like to explain another important subject within believing in Allah. Some of the scientists think that religion is a "dogma" and the most important obstacle of science. This is certainly a big mistake. It is obvious that the judgments of the religion are not ...
Views: 1207 - Muhkam and mutashabih verses of Qur'an - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Allah is excluded from space and time. In other words, He exists without a location and as timeless. Time and space concepts are the concepts belong to the material world. On the other hand, the material world is created in image level. For this reason, there is a mental ...
Views: 1844 - Belief in God (Or Not?) - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from William DiedrichBelief in God: (Or not?) A friend of mine told me he was an Atheist. I asked him what that meant. He said: "It means I don't believe in God." I asked him: "What do you mean by God?" He said: "A divine being who created the world and who judges us." I responded: "I don't believe in that god ...
Views: 1250 - Secret Wish of Islamic Women; Female Mutilation; US—Great Satan; Iran v West in Daniel 8 Prophecy - by Submitted on May 26, 2015 from Richard RuhlingWhen a woman sees her husband is touched with tenderness toward her from Scripture and that he prays for God's blessing on their marriage, her heart is touched and she may even weep with love for God and him. This could be a secret wish or unidentified need of half the world's ...
Views: 1476 - A Tale of Two Cities, Babylon and Jerusalem: Is Our Religion Symbolical or Spiritual? - by Submitted on May 25, 2015 from Richard RuhlingIn the days of Nimrod whose kingdom was Babel, men built a tower, saying, “Let us make a name lest we be scattered abroad,” but God said, “let us go down and confound their language...so the LORD scattered them abroad.” Genesis 10:9,10; 11:4,7,8. It seems significant that even now the Tower ...
Views: 1446 - A Tale of Two Cities, Babylon and Jerusalem: Is Our Religion Symbolical or Spiritual? - by Submitted on May 25, 2015 from Richard RuhlingIn the days of Nimrod whose kingdom was Babel, men built a tower, saying, “Let us make a name lest we be scattered abroad,” but God said, “let us go down and confound their language...so the LORD scattered them abroad.” Genesis 10:9,10; 11:4,7,8. It seems significant that even now the Tower ...
Views: 1740 - Is this believing in Allah (swt)? - by Submitted on May 23, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Our daily lives, family meetings, concerts and chats include so many statements and behaviors which harm the "oneness" belief of the human. The lyrics of the songs are shocking. Some of them include lyrics meaning "You created me", "I worship you" and "I worship Allah and ...
Views: 1187 - The Personal Attributes of Allah must never be harmed - by Submitted on May 20, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Allah (swt) partially and symbolically bestowed some of His subuti attributes as seeing, hearing, speaking, .. and some of His moral characteristics as mercy, grace, fairness and patience to His servants. However these attributes of Allah (swt) can never be compared with the ...
Views: 1283 - We must believe in Allah with His whole attributes - by Submitted on May 17, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Believing in Allah (swt) means believing all Personal and Subuti attributes of Allah (swt) as they are stated in Qur'an which is the main source of religion and its best interpretation and explanation, Hadiths. His attributes do not resemble the characteristics of those He ...
Views: 1145 - The first step to the path of maturity - by Submitted on May 10, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, In one of my previous articles, I had stated that Imam-ı Rabbani hazrats ordered that "when a person says "Lailahe illallah" (there is no god, but Allah) by being aware of its meaning, a touch of belief occurs in his heart".(1) The touch of belief that occurs with the word ...
Views: 1309 - Faith constitutes the base of Islam - by Submitted on May 07, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, The religion is Islam in the sight of Allah (swt). The ordered religion has an "invisible aspect" related to the heart besides "visible aspect" related to worship. The invisible aspect of religion related to heart is called "Faith" and the visible aspect related to worship is ...
Views: 1255 - Media's Rush to Judgment on Supreme Court & “Gay Marriage”--A Call to Prayer - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Richard Ruhlingyer NBC News cites a poll: “Majority Wants Supreme Court to OK Same sex Marriage.” Why the clamor to tell Supreme Court what to do? When has the majority ever been on the right side morally?/ Favor for such unions was strong among the young (73%) while opposition came from 68% ...
Views: 1 - Media's Rush to Judgment on Supreme Court & “Gay Marriage”--A Call to Prayer - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Richard Ruhlingyer NBC News cites a poll: “Majority Wants Supreme Court to OK Same sex Marriage.” Why the clamor to tell Supreme Court what to do? When has the majority ever been on the right side morally?/ Favor for such unions was strong among the young (73%) while opposition came from 68% ...
Views: 1196 - Media's Rush to Judgment on Supreme Court & “Gay Marriage”--A Call to Prayer - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Richard Ruhlingyer NBC News cites a poll: “Majority Wants Supreme Court to OK Same sex Marriage.” Why the clamor to tell Supreme Court what to do? When has the majority ever been on the right side morally?/ Favor for such unions was strong among the young (73%) while opposition came from 68% ...
Views: 1180 - Media's Rush to Judgment on Supreme Court & “Gay Marriage”--A Call to Prayer - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Richard Ruhlingyer NBC News cites a poll: “Majority Wants Supreme Court to OK Same sex Marriage.” Why the clamor to tell Supreme Court what to do? When has the majority ever been on the right side morally?/ Favor for such unions was strong among the young (73%) while opposition came from 68% ...
Views: 1 - Sources of religious knowledge - by Submitted on May 04, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Islam is the whole of the spiritual values that make the human a mature, decent and happy. He becomes a perfect human being in this way. Islam is a teaching system which belongs to Allah (swt). Islam is the tawhid (oneness) belief that is based on accepting and approving that ...
Views: 1169 - The human is a creation masterpiece - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, The human is a creation masterpiece. He is a respectable creature who is equipped with extraordinary qualifications and capabilities. Most of all, the human is created in accordance to achieve spiritual ascension. Nowadays, the scientists accept the monkeys, which are called ...
Views: 1246 - There is only one truth in absolute sense - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, There is only one truth in absolute sense. It is Allah Himself. In various parts of Qur'an, it is ordered that Allah (swt) is the only truth: "That is because Allah is the Truth." (Luqman, 30) "All that is on earth will perish: But will abide (for ever) the Face of thy ...
Views: 1119 - Allah (swt) introduced Himself in detail - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, In my previous article, I stated that Allah (swt) corrected all the wrong information and comments about Him with the last book that was sent to human through His Messengers. Qur'an gave a true and real insight that is appropriate to the facts to attributes of Allah besides ...
Views: 1270 - Faith and Unbelief - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, The human beings live in an "order" that we call the universe. This organization has a unique and perfect structure. Everything is created in its proper place, given a creation purpose, equipped in accordance with the creation purpose, and correlated in the best way within the ...
Views: 1272 - 5 Reasons Why Biblical End-Times Are Impending and to Watch, Pray & Withdraw Funds by May 3 - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Biblical signs point to impending crisis and destruction with judgment on America and the beginning of martial law. To watch, pray and withdraw funds may be protective. This article is dedicated to the memory of Tom Lass, a Presbyterian pastor who kept a backpack loaded in his car, ...
Views: 1620 - The Seven Churches of Revelation Today - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2015 from Natalie SayinJohn the apostle was one of 12 disciplines of Jesus. Sometimes known as John the Evangelist, he wrote several books of the New Testament including Revelations that referred to several churches of Asia Minor. Many Christian and religious experts state John was the disciple whom Jesus loved ...
Views: 1638(1 vote) - Book The Cheapest Umrah Package - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Umer FiazUmrah as compared to Hajj is a very easy devotional journey to the Makah. It is done by the Muslims and is usually a pilgrimage that can be done by Muslims any time of the year. It is a minor form of Hajj, which is hard to perform since it requires the sacrifice of something valuable. Umrah ...
Views: 1253 - Services and Vaccination Before Departure For Umrah - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Umer FiazOne occasion that brings in most delight to all of the Muslims is a Pilgrimage Makkah, Which is the heart of Islam. Through Umrah and Hajj, Muslims are having belief that there is an enormous chance to attain Jannah. A majority of the public, mostly from underdeveloped countries, used to spend ...
Views: 999 - Things To Keep In Mind Before Selecting Umrah Package - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2015 from Umer FiazThe Umrah is a trip to the Makah and Madina, the two stunning cities of Saudi Arabia. Yes, it is a trip or pilgrimage to these places, performed by Muslims around the world. As compared with Hajj, Umrah can be done at any time in the whole year. Well, Umrah means “to visit an occupied place”. ...
Views: 1304 - A Tale of Two Cities: How Babylon/Rome Wins & Loses in the End - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: As governments lose control of their subjects and become the fierce beasts of prey that Daniel foresaw, we see another reason why the Bible is the #1 best-selling book of all times. It offers insights to every area of life, including the geopolitical scene. Historically Babylon was ...
Views: 1477 - Secular Signs of Spiritual Significance--What Could They Mean? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Recent events like solar and lunar eclipses and the nuclear talks with Iran have biblical significance. What do they signify, or do they have any relevance for us? Einstein said, “Coincidence is God's way of remaining anonymous.” Two weeks ago, we saw a “rare” solar eclipse ...
Views: 1243(1 vote) - Signs of Double Jeopardy for Jerusalem and US in “the Day of the LORD” - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Daniel's vision of the ram and goat apply to Iraq and Iran because "the vision is at the time of the end," Daniel 8:17. The effort at a nuclear agreement with Iran is also the focus of Bible prophecy because, "when they say 'Peace and safety,' sudden destruction comes." 1Thessalonians ...
Views: 1222 - Does God Need to Exist? An Inquiry into the Eternal Causation - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2015 from Stephen F. KaufmanDoes God need to exist? The question comes from my own meditations and studies of many years, including my own relative enlightenment and higher understandings of Universal causation. Having studied many profound philosophical, religious, and other tenets of worldly faiths, I have come to ...
Views: 1076 - How Saee Completes The Umrah - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2015 from Umer FiazThe Umrah has following steps, which the pilgrim is bound to follow. First of all the pilgrims washes their bodies and put on Ahram material. An offering of two rakah Nafal Salah is highly prescribed for them. The genuine Intention for Umrah and Talbiyah recitation at Meeqat. When they achieve ...
Views: 1135 - Why Hajj and Umrah Are Considered Important Religious Observances in Islam - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2015 from Umer FiazIslam is a religion in view of values and tenets that are sited on every Muslim in the world. In any case, a Muslim's appreciation towards Islam, and subsequently one and only Allah, are deficient without the voyage to the Holy city of Makkah. This journey of making a trip to Makkah is known as ...
Views: 1219 - New Age Vs. Old Age Diversity In Religion - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2016 from Stephanie AdamsMany people are turning away from subjectively "trained" religions, and becoming their own thinkers, choosing more old world beliefs that go back beyond their more recent relatives, embracing the energy and thought patterns of more ancient ancestors. What is considered to be "New Age" is ...
Views: 3202 - The Real Reason a Republican Congress Can't Undo Obama's Damage and God's Non-Rapture Remedy - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Washington politicians are sold out and America is going down. This is Bible prophecy which also shows God's plan—something you wouldn't imagine! When this author visited US Senators with medical literature to show adverse drug reactions were the leading cause of death before age ...
Views: 1208 - “Exit-Plan” Matt Drudge Buys Bunker in Phoenix; A Discussion of Biblical “Strategic Relocation” - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Christ's warning suggests need for an “exit plan,” but not in a bunker with guns. Prompt action is called for—are we ready? Maybe we should begin to think about it. Matt Drudge spent $1.9 million on a Camelback Mountain mansion in Phoenix. While this shows a concern for security, ...
Views: 1527 - What You Ought To Know About Islam - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2015 from Albert WagnerLike it or not, they are real and they want to kill you. They make the evening news from being more and more gruesome and appalling than the week before. Some say they must do this to get attention, even if it goes against what they believe in. They are, of course, the Islamic State. ...
Views: 1553 - God's Name is not Lord and the Lord's Name is Not God: How We Hallow His Name & Why It's Important - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: The 3rd Commandment (Exodus 20:7) was intended to protect God's name, but when translators removed His name and replaced the four letters called the tetragrammaton, with LORD in all caps, They took His name in vain (made it empty as they made it into a generic title). Elijah turned ...
Views: 1298 - Time to Qurbani, Sacrifice During The Hajj - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2015 from Umer FiazQurbani or sacrifice is the great virtue associated with the Hajj month. The Muslims sacrifice animal on the 10th Zill Hijjah. These sacrifices are made in the memory of Ibrahim A.S and the Ismail A.S. Slaughtering the animal is the important part of the Hajj also. The Muslims, during the Hajj, ...
Views: 1555 - Message from Yeshua: Your Divine and Human Upgrade - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2015 from Kumari MullinLast week, our electronic equipment tanked en masse – both computers, our TV, our power washer and a drill. When I inquired within about any underlying significance to this unusual level of breakdowns, I got that I was getting an “upgrade.” I understood this to mean that energetically I am ...
Views: 1179 - The Great Beginning of Muslim Reign, Tabooq - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2016 from Umer FiazThe Muslim power was growing and because of this the non-Muslims were worried over their line and they felt at risk to their own domain. One of the non- Muslim emperors were the KAISER of Rome. When he saw that the leader of Makah has grasped Islam, subsequently he chose to assault the Muslims ...
Views: 1214 - THE TEN COMMANDMENTS AND OTHER CONFUSING NOTIONS - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2015 from Stephen F. KaufmanThe Ten Commandments, in whatever form, are a good controlling factor for the suggested behavior of man, but do they really hold water when it comes right down to it? Another reality check is that no one lives, lived, or will live without breaking all ten commandments, and on a consistent basis. ...
Views: 1006 - True Prophets vs. False Prophets: How Can You Tell Them Apart? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2015 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhat is a prophet? A prophet is a person who receives a prophecy, message from God, and then communicates that message to others. A divinely inspired message is always direct, specific, and tells exactly what will happen, to whom, and precisely what people should do. Moreover, a true prophecy ...
Views: 2162(1 vote) - Martial Law: The End of Freedom and a Serious Signal for Bible Believers - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: In a calamity-prone world, we are one large disaster away from martial law. It can happen easily, due to economic failure, “natural” phenomena, or increasing lawlessness and a gun-grab. If you Google “martial law,” the 17 million results suggest interest in what may be impending. ...
Views: 4769 - The Lesson of Umrah - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Umer FiazYou may have heard from numerous Muslim sisters and brothers that Umrah is an astounding knowledge which is hard depict in words and it has changed their lives for eternity. Yet, one only understands this until he/she attempts the sacred trip. Presently you make appreciate with Umrah Packages ...
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