The Son of Mary is one of the most important prophets in Islam. Born of mysterious circumstances his life and death are equally mystifying.

Dec 25, 2008 – Khalil Green

Mary is one of the few historical personages with the distinction of having a chapter in the Quran named after her. In chapter 19 Mary's virtue is related.

Dec 22, 2008 – Khalil Green

The story of Hagar and Ishmael is symbolic of having true faith when God places us in harms way.

Dec 8, 2008 – Khalil Green

The concept of God in Islam is defined as both omniscient and omnipotent; all conscious, all powerful.

Nov 23, 2008 – Khalil Green

Adam represents the story of humanity's creation and its current level of maturity, spiritual adolescence, demonstrated by the choices he makes while in the Garden.

Nov 19, 2008 – Khalil Green

Muslims believe that all people are born into a naturally pure and sin-free state. No person inherits original sin, nor is anyone held accountable for the sins of others.

Nov 1, 2008 – Christine Benlafquih

Taqwa is a comprehensive word found in the Quran that carries the meaning of fear, respect, and reverence for God. The Muslim strives to achieve this attribute.

Oct 12, 2008 – Khalil Green

The Quran makes repeated use of two key words, Jihad (striving) and Qital (fighting). Their proper meaning is found in the pages of the Muslim Holy Book.

Oct 1, 2008 – Khalil Green

What is learned in Ramadan doesn't end when Eid arrives. The Believer should be able to take away some valuable lessons, including a sense of gratitude for what one has.

Sep 28, 2008 – Lamyaa Hashim

According to the Quran there are three basic levels, or stages, to the human soul's spiritual growth; nafsi ammara, nafsi lawwama, and nafsi mutmainna.

Sep 20, 2008 – Khalil Green

Although Islam is now the world's largest religious denomination, many people don't understand Islam and its basic teachings. What, then, are the beliefs of Muslims?

Sep 15, 2008 – Christine Benlafquih

The Night of Power is the night where God showered his Blessings on mankind by giving humanity the Holy Quran; a book that would benefit and shape generations of Muslims.

Sep 13, 2008 – Khalil Green

Fasting during the month of Ramadan is a spiritual awakening for Muslims. Through fasting, consciousness of God and love for humanity are developed.

Aug 30, 2008 – Khalil Green

Islam is a monotheistic religion. Muslims believe in -- and solely worship -- One God, the Creator. Associating partners with God is called shirk and is a great sin.

Aug 29, 2008 – Christine Benlafquih

There are many benefits of reading in Islam. Education, civilisation and reciprocal partnerships rest on the ability to read. It all started with the word, "read!"

Nov 18, 2007 – Maria Zain

Muslims accept death as part of life. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) overturned many pagan practices and advised that Muslims acknolwedge death in a positive light.

Nov 6, 2007 – Maria Zain