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GOD's System / Islam

What is Religion?
This word that most people are willing to die for, that wars have been fought over, that people have been persecuted and isolated for…Is something most people don’t really know much about!

5 Pillar Myth
God Has provided mankind with a SYSTEM and not a set of rituals...In this page we will present the 'true' pillars that all Muslims will unite around, as well as presenting select articles which will show different understanding of today's pillars.

Submitters (Muslims) Vs. Believers (Mumins)
Are these two words interchangeable?, or are they representing very different people!.

Categories of People in the Quran
How does Islam categorize attitudes and behaviors?

Does God lead people astray?
Do we have a choice, or is this one big game!.

God Alone
What does this word mean?.

Islam
An introductory page on 'What is Islam' for beginners.

War in the Quran
Is God's system one of violence and bloodlust?.

God's System of Doom!
This is a 'must-read' if you want to be aware what 'triggers' God's system of destruction. - (By Layth).

Jihad
Is this a call for 'Holy War' as we see portrayed in the media?.

Why Are Prayers Unanswered?
If this question has been frustrating you, then see this article to understand where the problem may lie. - (By Layth)

Koran & Self-Reference
The logic of the Quran by Mohammed Asadi.

Al-Rahman / Al-Raheem
Are these names that God introduces Himself by the 'same' or 'opposites'?. - (By sister W.H.)

Al-Falaq & Al-Naas
An in-depth analysis of the last two Suras of the Quran.

Seeking God Alone
What should we look out for to get to this state of perfect bliss!. - (By. Brother Omar Elmoughrabi)

Meaningfulness of Life
A very well written article dealing with life's most basic questions. - (By. Brother Kassim ahmad)

Warning!
A message to your loved ones.

God - who dwells in hearts!
What does GOD want of us?.

Free Choice
How much control over our destiny do we have?.

The Trust
What was it that we undertook to keep in 33:72?.

The Punch!
A story of one person's discovery of 'God Alone'.

What's in a Name?
An analysis of Quranic words and their perceived meanings by brother Ayman.

The True State of the Quran
An attempt to study the nature of the Scripture and its most basic components.

Intercession

Will anyone besides God be able to help us on the Day of Judgement?

Introduction to Peacefulness

A review of the term `Islam` and a possible alternative to its meaning of `submission`.

Hadith/Traditions

History of Hadith
Did the prophet Mohammed have his own agenda besides that contained in God's glorious book? Or is this the fancy work of God's enemies?

Quranic Principles for Hadith
This article provides 6 basic principles which Hadith contradicts. - (By. Brother Mujahid)

The Hadith Conspiracy
How Islam's distortion took place (by M. Asadi)

A Question of Authenticity?
A direct confrontation of the core issue by Aisha Musa.

Friday Prayer
Are we commanded through the Quran to have a "special" prayer every Friday?.

Who authorized Bukhari?
The 2nd source after the Quran, authorized by whom?.

Refutations
Compiling articles that argue against our position with reply included.

Refutation-2
Refutation by brother Ayman of an article which attempts to prove the fundamental importance of Sunna in Islam .

Obscure Initials
Is Arabic God's language to all mankind?.

The Shahadah
An Article about the true declaration of faith.

Seven Questions Seeking Answers
A list of questions dealing with the contradictions and pitfalls of hadith.

Messenger of God : The Great Conflict
An argument against the claims requiring the Hadith & Sunna.

The Quran and Me

One man's journey from the clutches to Hadith to the path of Islam.

Rethinking Tradition

A summary of the book "Rethinking Tradition in Modern Islamic Thought" by Daniel Brown.

Does Hadith Have a Historic Foundation?

A logical and historic look at Islam's 'alleged' second source of law.

The Messenger

The Messenger
These are the views of most followers of the Quran regarding the messenger.

Obey God & the Messenger
Is this a command to follow TWO different things, or is it ONE in the same? (By Brother Naveed).

Obey God & Messenger -2
Another perspective taken from (quran-islam.org).

Obey God & Obey The Messenger -3

A simple examination from the words of the Quran if this means following one thing or two.

Glorifying Mohammed
Salat ala Al-Nabi: Sending prayers and salutations to the prophet; An order from God, or an abuse by man?

Isra & Miraj
Was this a 'physical' journey or a spiritual one?.

Isra & Mi'raj -2
What REALLY took place on the night the Prophet Mohammed traveled to the upper levels of heaven?. - (By. Brother Joe)

Prophet Mohammed's Illiteracy
Was God's chosen prophet unable to read and write as the historians and scholars claim?. - (By. Brother Free)

Messengers/Prophets

Mariyam
Her True Significance in the Quran.

Is Jesus Dead or Alive?
An interesting analysis from the Quran with proof contrary to what most of us have been taught.

Did Abraham Tell a Lie?
Some people have twisted Quranic verses to justify lying and bearing false witness.

The Mythmaker
Paul and the Invention of Christianity.

Money/Economy

The Money Scam
Do you know how much value is contained in the money you own?.

Sultan and Shaitan
A clear exposition of how economies today's are built on 'false' foundations.

I Want the Earth Plus 5%
A very well written analogy of modern banking.

Interest and the Economy of the Quran

What is the economic system outlined in the Quran?

The Islamic Republic of Lies (pdf format)

A look at the real history of Iran since its 1979 'Islamic' revolution.

Politics

The Great Fitna of 9/11/2001
Where we stand and our views in-light of God's book.

Democratic Principles of the Quran
Does the Quran contain a 'democratic' system of rule within? (by Neil Maybanks).

Political Islam - The Coming Battle
Why has Islam been limited to the home and to the mosques?. Is that why God revealed its message to mankind?. (By Dr. Mustafa Mahmoud).

Why Do Muslims Lose?
With the current events in Afghanistan, we think it is about time that people realize what has happened.

Queen Rania - Jordan
A monarch speaks out in favor of the Quran as Law!.

Education and The Quran
A real life analysis on how to attain TRUTH through questioning. - (By. Brother Naveed)

The Natural Republic
A brilliant article on how the Islamic government is meant to operate.

God Alone
An article on our position written for Renaissance magazine.

Fake Terror - The Road to Dictatorship!.
What games have been played over the centuries to rob people from their freedoms. (From Free Republic)

Shocked & Horrified.
A perspective on 9-11 seeking a 'rational' reaction.

Iraq's Constitution Wars
A brief synopsis analyzing the key benefits on the proposed Islamic constitution for Iraq.

The Iraq War - An Islamic View
After nearly 3 years on the invasion of Iraq, what is the Quran's rule on the situation and its remedies?

Quranic Laws/Behavior

Dietary Prohibitions
What food is lawful and what is unlawful according to God? (By Brother Haroon Khan)

Halal & Haram
What is REALLY lawful and unlawful in the eyes of God?.

Adultery/Zina
What is the punishment according to God's word?.

Theft Punishment
Although it may be too late for those already effected by this law, there is still hope to stop the mutilation by understanding what God is really saying.

Circumcision
Did God perfect human creation, or does He need our help?

Ma Malakat Aymanukum
Does the Quran permit sex with Slaves or War Captives?.

Inheritance & Wills
What are the Quranic instructions on this subject?.

Islamic Etiquette!
What does the Quran recommend in our behavior?.

Alcohol in the Quran
What is God's ruling on this substance?.

Wisdom
A compilation of verses dealing with religious freedom & tolerance.

What Your Right Hand Posses
Slaves or concubines or other?.

How to Read the Quran
Some interesting tips and hints on making this task very easy.

How to Study the Quran
This is a guide to those who are independent researchers.

Salat

A look at the concept of Salat and its details as derived from the Scripture.

Salat-II

A straightforward well written article by Edip Yuksel.

Salat-III

A recent article.

Pilgrimage - The Lost Legacy of Abraham
What is Pilgrimage all about and how/where is it to be held?

Zakat (Charity).
An examination of how simple 'giving' can be!

Charity & Zakat

What are the guidelines for spending your wealth under God's system?

Universal Declaration of Human Rights

What are the similarities between the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Scripture?

Tolerance in Islam

Does God's system promote tolerance or the violence we see almost daily in the media?

Is Alcohol Forbidden in Islam?

A detailed look at the verses relating to alcohol.

Satan

The Master Hypnotist
If you want to defend your very soul, we suggest you read this insightful article on our common enemy: Satan. - (By. Dr. Douglass Brown)

Public Enemy Number One!
Knowing 'who' or 'what' this is will prepare you for the road ahead. - (By Sadruddin)

Know Thy Enemy
An investigative look into the strategy of Satan and his allies!.

Who are the Jinn?
You might be surprised by the 'possibilities'!

Science

Islamic Calendar & Ramadhan
A study of what the Islamic calendar based on the Scripture looks like.

Islamic Calendar II
This is an alternate study of the subject by brother Ayman.

Quranic Day & Night
Ever wondered when a day actually starts?, or when the night begins?. This is a detailed look at the subject. - (By. Brother Joe)

The Human
Are we just made from a body & soul!. Or is there more?.

Judgment-Day
A scientific examination of the laws of nature which govern this inevitable day (by Dr. Mohammed Khan).

Exposition of Angels
Interesting view on angels and their duties.

What is Heaven?
A refreshing new look by Dr. Mustafa Mahmoud.

Companions of Heaven
Are there 'young virgins' waiting for those who pass away?.

Science & The Quran
An examination on the Quranic view of science and nature.

Far in the Horizon
A scientific look at Mohammed's journey.

Honey
A short article showing the benefits of this natural gift from GOD (by Garon Lee).

Evolution in the Quran
An interesting perspective on the evolution of man (by Ali Arshad).

A Mathematical Sura Like it
Is there a '19' pattern throughout the Quran?.

Heart
Do we think with our minds, or with our hearts?.

Hellfire!
An insightful look into hell and its rules.

The Hidden Meaning & Straight Path
A scientific view to the dimensional construct of our universe and the path to be followed.

Magic!
What does the Quran tell us about this widely believed subject?.

19 - Fact or Fiction? (pdf format)
One of the most controversial subjects associated with the Quran's text is answered.

Language Barrier.
What was the usage of Arabic language at the time of the revelation?

Which Quran? (pdf format)
How many versions of the Quran are out there, and do we know which is the most authentic?

Idiots Guide to Code 19

An alternative view by Ayman as to whether there is or is not a 'code-19' in the Scripture.

Debate on Code 19

A recent debate between Ayman and Edip on the subject of code 19.

The Night of Decree (Laylat Al-Qadr)

An attempt to ascertain from the Qur'an when this blessed night occurs.

History/Archeology

Amen
Possibly the most widely used word amongst the existingreligions...This article takes a look at the word's possible origins.

Joseph is Imhotep!
Could Joseph be none other that the great 'Imhotep' who was recorded in Egypt's glory days?.

Why Are We Here? (click for pdf version)

Attempting to answer the most asked question of 'why are we here' which includes look at the history of our species and our mission on Earth.

How did it come to this (part-1)?

How did Muslims transform God's system to one which is full of pagan symbolism/rituals?

How did it come to this (part-2)?

A continuation of Ayman's article which was published in January 06.

Where Was Mohammed?

An attempt to retrace the steps of the last Prophet using the clues contained in the Scripture.

People of the Elephant?

Can we find the people of the elephant from the clues in the Quran?

Thamud and the Messenger Saleh

A look at the story of Thamud with some interesting recent finds.

Noah and the Great Flood

Is there evidence that a great flood occurred wiping out all life as mentioned in the Quran?

The Smoke Prophecy - 2012?

Will the awaited prophecy of the `smoke` occur with the end of the Mayan calendar?