Abdul Barik
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Deeds and worship are pure and impure.
Actions and Worship: Pure and Impure: An Introspective Review Islam is a complete system of life, every part of which is based on practice, belief, and behavior. Its main foundation is to stand on two pillars: faith and action. And this action includes worship, which is the highest expression of a servant's surrender to Allah. However, as important as worship is, its purity is equally important. If worship is not pure, it will not be acceptable to Allah. And the purity of worship is related to the intention, method, Shariah adherence, and the state of the heart.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
I begin in the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
Usually, the translation of the verse says, "I begin in the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful." Although this translation is correct, it does not reveal the full meaning of this verse. Because, the verse demands a more detailed explanation. First of all, it is worth noting that in the verse, two names, 'Ar-Rahman' and 'Ar-Rahim', from among Allah's own attributive names, are mentioned in one place. The word 'Rahm' means mercy, grace. The words 'Rahman' and 'Rahim' have emerged and formed from this root 'Rahm'. The word 'Rahman' is such an attributive name of Allah that it is not permissible to use it for anyone else. (Tabari) In the Quran and Hadith, even in Arab literature, it has not been used as an attribute of anyone other than Allah. On the other hand, although the word 'Rahim' is an attribute of Allah, it can be an attribute of some other created being. However, there is no saying that if it is an attribute of Allah, it has to have the same meaning as if it is an attribute of someone else. Its attributes are determined according to each being. There is a special significance in mentioning these two attributive names here in the same place. Some commentators have said that Allah is ‘Rahman’ in this world, and ‘Raheem’ in the Hereafter. [Bagvi]
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
Oslo Accords
Oslo Accords: Another Chapter in the Deception of the Palestinians September 13, 1993. A much-discussed moment in the history of world politics was captured on the White House lawn: Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat shaking hands, with US President Bill Clinton standing in between. Cameras flashed all around, media cheers, and congratulatory messages poured in from major capitals around the world. Everyone was saying—a new era of peace had begun in the Middle East. But what was not visible was the reality behind the scenes of this agreement—a clever, cunning, and ruthless political deception that the Palestinians were the victims of.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
India and Pakistan
India and Pakistan—though two neighboring states—have always had hostile, suspicious, and conflicting relations. Since the bloody chapter of the partition of 1947, these two states have been locked in a perpetual cold war, whether behind the scenes of diplomatic negotiations or on the open battlefield. But Pakistan's presence in modern Indian politics is often more strategic than real; India's political leadership often achieves ulterior motives by portraying Pakistan not just as a rival, but as a formidable enemy. And one of the hidden hands that works very subtly in this process is false flag operations—that is, organizing attacks themselves and blaming them on the enemy.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
Islam believes that non-Muslims are 'kafirs' and must be hated by all.
Allegation: Islam believes that non-Muslims are ‘kafirs’ and that all of them should be hated. The basis of this allegation is the use of the word ‘kafir’ in Islam and certain provisions regarding relations with non-Muslims, which are often misinterpreted and used by Islamophobic groups for propaganda purposes. They say that since Islam calls non-Muslims ‘kafirs’, this religion spreads hatred, malice and intolerance.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
The House of Wisdom and the Scientific Revolution in Islamic Civilization: The Beginning of a Golden Chapter in Baghdad, the Capital of Knowledge.
The House of Wisdom and the Scientific Revolution in Islamic Civilization: The Beginning of a Golden Chapter in Baghdad, the Capital of Knowledge
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
A Prophet on the Throne of Patience: The Story of Prophet Ayyub (AS)
As the sun sets in the sky, the shadows of the mountains fall on the valley below, the once prosperous town is silent today. The trees stand as if they are witnesses to a history—of a prophet who lost everything, but did not lose faith; who did not cry in his sorrow, but remained grateful to Allah at every moment.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
“I have made everything alive through water”
In this discussion, we will analyze a unique verse of the Quran, which is verse 30 of Surah Al-Anbiya. This verse states: “Do not those who disbelieve see that the heavens and the earth were joined together, then We separated them? And We gave life to everything from water. Will they not then believe?”—(Surah Al-Anbiya, verse 30)
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Journal
Allegation: Islam teaches violence and legitimizes bloodshed in the name of 'jihad'.
Allegation: Islam teaches violence and legitimizes bloodshed in the name of ‘jihad’. This allegation has been particularly vocal in the post-9/11 world. This idea is used to portray Islam as a ‘terrorist religion’, where it is said that Islam encourages its followers to fight against non-Muslims and the word jihad is a symbol of this. This interpretation has penetrated so deeply in the Western media that the mere mention of the word ‘jihad’ brings to mind images of gunmen, suicide bombers or radical fundamentalists.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Motivation
Superstitions and inhuman social practices of Hinduism—An analysis
Superstitions and Inhuman Social Practices of Hinduism—An Analysis Although Hinduism is one of the oldest religions in the world, it contains many beliefs, rituals, customs, and traditions that challenge modern humanity and rationality. Even if the antiquity of a religion or philosophy honors it, if its practices are filled with superstitions and oppress people mentally and physically, then it is very important to question, analyze, and try to change that religious practice. Deep within Hinduism, there are many beliefs and practices that are scientifically unreasonable, socially discriminatory, and anti-human.
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Motivation
Islam takes away women's rights and subordinates them to men.
Allegation: Islam takes away women's rights and subjugates men. This accusation is often heard in the modern world, especially from the Western media, secular feminist groups and some Islamophobic thinkers. They say that Islam has placed women below men, taken away their freedom and dignity and has confined them to a life of domestic confinement. How true is this claim? Has Islam really taken away women's rights? Or is this idea a distorted portrayal that contradicts the true message of the Quran and Hadith?
By Abdul Barik8 months ago in Motivation
