Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

151. What does Islam say about gender roles and equality in the modern world?

Answer: Islam promotes gender equity based on spiritual and moral responsibilities rather than identical roles. Both men and women have rights and responsibilities that complement each other within family and society. Islam advocates for justice and fairness in all aspects of life, including education, employment, and legal rights.

152. What is Islam's stance on social issues like environmental conservation and social justice?

Answer: Islam encourages Muslims to be stewards of the Earth and advocates for environmental conservation and sustainability. Social justice is also a central theme in Islam, emphasizing equality, fairness, and compassion towards marginalized communities. Muslims are encouraged to actively promote these values through positive actions and advocacy.

153. How can Muslims maintain their religious identity in secular societies?

Answer: Muslims can maintain their religious identity in secular societies by practicing Islam sincerely, seeking knowledge about their faith, and being confident in their beliefs. It's important to engage constructively with others, participate in community activities, and educate others about Islam to dispel misconceptions and foster understanding.

154. What role should education and intellectual development play in the life of a Muslim?

Answer: Education and intellectual development are highly valued in Islam, as seeking knowledge is considered an obligation for both men and women. Muslims are encouraged to pursue education in various fields, contribute positively to society, and use their knowledge to benefit humanity while upholding Islamic ethics and principles.

155. What is the concept of divine Justice?

Answer: Divine justice, known as Adl (عدل) in Arabic, is a fundamental concept in Islamic theology. It is considered the second of five roots of Islam known as “Usool ul-Deen” Adl refers to the absolute fairness and perfect justice of God in all His actions and decrees. God has created every creation based on His divine justice. This concept is integral to understanding the relationship between God and His creation, as well as the moral and ethical framework within which Muslims are expected to live. The Quran repeatedly emphasizes that God does not wrong anyone, and everyone will be judged based on their actions.

The divine justice is intertwined with God’s attributes of mercy, compassion, and wisdom. Muslims believe that God’s justice will be fully realized on the Day of Judgment, where every individual will be held accountable for their actions in this life. This belief provides a moral and ethical foundation for living a life of righteousness, fairness, and accountability.

156. What is the definition of the Angels in Islam?

Answer: According to the holy Quran, the Angels (Mala'ika) are spiritual beings created by Allah from light. They are considered obedient servants of Allah who carry out His commands without question. They do not possess free will like humans and jinn. The Angels are generally invisible to humans but can take on different forms, including human form, when delivering messages from Allah.

157. What are the roles and functions of Angels mentioned in Quran?

Answer: According to the holy Quran, Angels have 5 different roles and functions: 

  1. Messengers of Allah: Angels serve as messengers between Allah and His prophets. The angel Jibrail (Gabriel) is the most prominent in this role, having delivered the Qur'an to Prophet Muhammad (SAWAS)
  2. Recorders of Deeds: Each person has two angels assigned to them, known as Kiramal Katibin, who record their good and bad deeds. These records will be used on the Day of Judgment.
  3. Guardians: Angels are believed to protect and guide humans. For example, the Mu'aqqibat is a group of angels that protect individuals from harm.
  4. Angels of Death: The angel Azrael is responsible for taking the souls of the deceased. Other angels assist in the process of death and the journey of the soul in the afterlife.
  5. Punishment and Reward: Angels administer the rewards and punishments in the afterlife. For instance, Munkar and Nakir question the dead in their graves, while Ridhwan is the keeper of Paradise and Malik is the guardian of Hell.

158. Who are the Prominent Angels?

Answer: There are 4 prominent Angels mentioned in the holy Quran:

Jibril (Gabriel): Known as the chief of the angels, who conveyed Allah’s revelations to the prophets, including the Qur'an to Prophet Muhammad (SAWAS)

Mikail (Michael): Responsible for providing nourishment to bodies and souls, bringing rain and sustenance.

Israfil (Raphael): Will blow the trumpet on the Day of Judgment to signal the end of the world and the resurrection of the dead.

Izrael: The Angel of Death who takes the souls of the deceased.

159. What is prophet hood?

Answer: Prophet Hood, known as Nubuwwah in Arabic, is one of the five roots of religion known as “Usool al- Deen”. It is a fundamental concept that signifies the institution through which God communicates His guidance to humanity. Prophets are chosen individuals who receive divine revelation and are tasked with conveying God's message to people. The prophet’s primary role is to call human beings to worship just one God, the Creator of all. 

Although, the Prophets are human beings who possess human characteristics, but they are considered to be infallible ones and are specially chosen by God to convey His divine messages to Human beings effectively.

Islam teaches that God has sent 124000 prophets to every nation throughout history, providing continuous guidance to humanity. Amongst these prophets there are 313 messengers of God known as “Rasool” and 5 great apostles’ known as “Olul Azm” These are the well-known figures amongst prophets of God: Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad (peace be upon them all).

160. What are the Quranic evidences for the finality of the Prophet Muhammad?

Answer: Besides the explicit mention of the finality of the Prophet (SAWAS) in the noble verses of the Quran, there are several verses from which the finality of the Prophet (SAWAS) can be inferred.

One of the verses that explicitly refer to the principle of finality is when Allah Almighty says:

"Muhammad is not the father of any of your men, but he is the Messenger of Allah and the seal of the prophets. And Allah is All-Aware of everything." (Surah Al-Ahzab, verse 40)

Although this verse is in the context of explaining the permissibility of the Prophet's marriage to the divorced wife of his adopted son, Zaid, it also addresses the issue of finality.

There are numerous verses that indicate the universal nature of the Prophet's call and can be interpreted as implying his everlasting message and finality of his mission.

For example, in one of these verses, we read:

"Blessed is He who sent down the Criterion upon His servant, that he may be a warner to the worlds." (Surah Al-Furqan, verse 1),

From this verse, the finality of Islam can be inferred because the term "worlds" does not refer to a specific time period; therefore, as long as the world exists, any nation that emerges will be part of the "worlds," and the Prophet (peace be upon him) will be a warner to them.

Another verse that can be cited is when Allah Almighty says: 

"...This Quran has been revealed to me that I may thereby warn you and whomever it may reach." (Surah Al-An'am, verse 19) 

The generality of the term "whomever it may reach" includes all humans existing at the time of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and all humans to come in the future. This conveys the idea of the finality of Islam and the mission of the Prophet (SAWAS).

It should be noted that the discussion of the finality of the Prophet (SAWAS) is not exclusive to the Quran; rather, numerous narrations also indicate this issue, as reported in various sources. For example, in one of these narrations attributed to the Prophet (SAWAS), addressing Imam Ali (AS), we read: "O Ali, you are to me like Aaron was to Moses, except that there will be no prophet after me."

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