ABOUT Islam, Islamic, Muslim, and ArabGENERAL QUESTION ABOUT ISLAM1. What is the difference between the words “Islam,” “Islamic,” “Muslim,” and “Arab”?Islam is the name of a religion, as Christianity and Judaism are names of...
ABOUT God, Angels, and SatanGOD6. Why do some people suffer so much in this life, especially the innocent, such as children?This is a challenging issue for all religions that proclaim a belief in a God who is at once...
ABOUT Prophets And MuhammadPROPHETS10. How do the stories of the prophets in Islam compare with those in Christianity and Judaism?That depends on which prophet we are talking about. In many cases, the stories of the prophets...
ABOUT Jesus And MaryJESUS AND MARY18. What do Muslims believe about Jesus?Muslims overwhelmingly revere Jesus and believe that he was born to the Virgin Mary through an act of God, without a father, just as Adam is...
ABOUT Al-Quran And PrayerAL-QURAN22. Is the Qur’an read only in Arabic?Since only 15% of all Muslims are Arabs, the Qur’an has been translated into and is read in many other languages, with multiple English translations....
ABOUT Ka'bah, Day Of Judgement, And Free WillKABAH27. What is the Ka’bah?The Ka’bah is the cube-shaped building covered with a black cloth in Mecca that is believed by Muslims to have been the first house of worship to God. Muslims throughout...
ABOUT Other ReligionsOTHER RELIGIONS32. How does Islam view other religions?We believe that respect for freedom of religion and conscience is a basic Islamic principle, and we believe that diversity, including religious...
ABOUT Islamic History, Sunni, And ShiaISLAMIC HISTORY41. How did Islam spread throughout the world?This process varied depending on the location and historical period. Islam in its early years unified the tribes of the Arabian...
ABOUT Hijab And WomenHIJAB45. How do Muslims define modesty?The Oxford Dictionary defines modesty as “behavior, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency.” What constitutes modesty is understood...
ABOUT Marriage, Dating, And DivorceMARRIAGE - DATING59. Can Muslims have boyfriends/girlfriends or date?Our understanding from the Qur’an and Hadith (prophetic sayings) is that people should avoid situations, relationships, or...
ABOUT Islam And ModernityISLAM AND MODERNITY67. Is Islam opposed to modernity?The question of modernity and faith, including Islam, depends on what is meant by the term modernity. If by modernity one means the use of...
ABOUT Sharia And LawsSHARIA71. What is Sharia?The term Sharia comes from an Arabic word meaning “path to the water,” which reflects the concept that Sharia is divine guidance drawn mainly from the Qur’an and Sunnah...
ABOUT Crime And PunishmentCRIME AND PUNISHMENT79. What happens to a Muslim who does not follow one of the pillars?We believe that acts of worship should be done for the sake of God and that God alone will judge each person...
ABOUT Terrorism And JihadTERRORISM - WARFARE82. How do Muslims view terrorism?The vast majority of Muslims unequivocally condemn terrorism. Terrorism, defined as the use of violence and threats to intimidate, coerce, or...
ABOUT Muslim Extremists, Wahhabi, And Political Ideology MUSLIM EXTREMISTS97. What factors contributed to the rise of Islamic fundamentalism?The Oxford dictionary defines an “extremist” as “a person who holds extreme political or religious views,...
ABOUT Muslim AmericansMUSLIM AMERICANS101. Is there a conflict between being a Muslim and being an American?Neither “Muslims” nor “America” are monolithic entities, nor is there is any conflict in being both. This...
ABOUT Diet, Economic, Science And NatureDIET107. Why can’t Muslims eat pork?Because the Qur’an forbids the practice, a dietary restriction also followed by observant Jews.108. Why can’t Muslims drink alcoholic beverages?Because the Qur’an...
ABOUT These 113 Answers 113 Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Islam and MuslimsIntroductionING has been delivering educational presentations about Muslims and their faith for over two decades. The 13...