Abdul Barik
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Women's mental and social dignity
Since the beginning of human civilization, people have followed the path of religion. Religion awakens understanding in the hearts of people, stabilizes thoughts, builds a framework of values, and leads people towards self-realization through the concept of the afterlife and the Creator. However, many beliefs or customs have developed in this stream of religious practice that are not primarily the teachings of religion, but rather the product of superstitions or social misconceptions. Some superstitions have become so entrenched over time that many have started considering them as part of religion. In this essay, we will review some important religious superstitions and analyze what perspective Islam has on this matter.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
How true is the idea?
Atheists and non-Muslims have many complaints about Islam, some of which are presented through scientific or philosophical arguments, while others arise from preconceptions, confusion, or misrepresentations of Islam. One of the most common of these complaints is: “Islam promotes violence and is hostile to non-Muslims.” This complaint has been raised many times in various media outlets, in the writings of Islamophobic intellectuals, or in the political landscape of religious division. In this article, I will analyze this complaint in depth and see how much of this idea is true, how much is exaggerated, and how much is the result of misinterpretation.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
Ignorance
Some superstitions prevalent in the name of religion and the relevant position of Islam: Part II In the history of human civilization, on the one hand, religion has been established as a means of teaching morality, values, and humanity, on the other hand, some mistakes and superstitions have also been embedded in society in the name of religion, which are contrary to mainstream religious teachings and rational consciousness. Most of these have come as a result of ignorance, greed for power, or attempts to maintain social control. In this article, we will analyze some more mistakes or superstitions prevalent in some religions and finally see what Islam says about them.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
There is a surprising similarity even amidst the differences.
In the history of human civilization, religion has been a force that has driven people to search for morality, meaning of life, relationships, self-purification and an ultimate truth. Various religions have emerged in different nations and territories, in different historical contexts. But if we look deeply, we see that there is a surprising similarity amidst the various differences — all religions in one way or another call people to morality, good deeds, kindness, self-control and a search for a supreme power. These similarities tell us that the fundamental purpose of religion is to guide people on the path of human welfare, self-purification and ultimate truth.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
Some common mistakes in different religions
Some Mistakes and Superstitions Common in Different Religions and the Perspective of Islam: An Analytical Discussion Religion has always played an important role in the history of human civilization. Religion has taught people morality, self-purification, spiritual development and mutual compassion. However, unfortunately, with the passage of time, some reforms and social concepts have been established in the name of religion, which are completely contradictory to the reality and the basic teachings of religion. Many times, superstitions enter religion due to people's own interpretation, ignorance or misuse by power-hungry leaders. Below is an analysis of the mistakes or superstitions common in some religions and the perspective of Islam on this matter.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
Islamophobia
Islamophobia, or the irrational fear, hatred, and hostility toward Islam, is currently a widespread and profound crisis worldwide. It is not just seen as a religious hatred, but has become part of an institutional and cultural structure—which has found its place in the media, cinema, academic practice, and even state policy. Due to this Islamophobia, many people are being deprived of a correct understanding of Islam. They see Islam as a violent, backward, misogynistic, and inhumane religion—which has no resemblance to reality. In this situation, our responsibility, especially as Muslims, is very important. On the one hand, we need to self-criticize, and on the other hand, it is our duty to present the true face of Islam to the world. In this long discussion, we will review the background of Islamophobia, its impact, and what Muslims can do.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
Women should be subordinate to men.
Allegation: The Quran says that women should be subordinate to men, so Islam is misogynistic and patriarchal. Many anti-Islamic and atheistic circles repeatedly raise an old allegation to prove that Islam is ‘misogynistic’—that is, the Quran says that “women are subordinate to men,” and that Islam oppresses women, does not give them freedom, and has made women a kind of ‘second-class citizen.’ Behind this propaganda, they usually quote one or two specific verses and ignore the rest of the previous and subsequent statements, trying to establish Islam as a patriarchal, conservative, and discriminatory religion. However, the real truth is that Islam has given women such respect, dignity, and rights that were unimaginable in the seventh century, and modern ‘feminism’ has still failed to establish an equal balance.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
The person praying must be a true Muslim.
“A true Muslim must be a true Muslim”—this sentence is not just a religious advice, but rather a real truth at the heart of the Islamic way of life, a fundamental principle, rooted deep in the Quran and Sunnah. Prayer is one of the five pillars of Islam, but to keep this pillar strong requires a heart that is filled with reverence and fear of Allah, and a life in which prayer is not just a formality, but a translation of ideals and character.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
Woe to those who are heedless of their prayers.
"Woe to those who pray who are heedless of their prayers"—this verse is taken from verses 4 and 5 of Surah Al-Ma'un of the Quran. There is a profound warning hidden in these words that very strongly highlights the importance and sense of responsibility of prayer in Muslim life. In Islam, prayer is the most important act of worship after faith. It is a means of establishing a direct relationship between the servant and Allah and is the central guideline for all actions and moral behavior in daily life. But the responsibility does not end with just praying, but how it is prayed, with what intention it is prayed, and how much impact that prayer has on life—all these are measurable to Allah.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
The path back to God
The verse that we will open the door to deep thought with this time is an extraordinarily subtle message of the Quran, which resonates with wonder and devotion in the world of human thought. The verse highlights an aspect of Allah's creation and control that not only increases the depth of human knowledge, but also opens the door to his heart—illuminates the path to return to the Creator. Today's verse is:
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Writers
