First of all I do not wish to criticise or cast judgement, that is not why I am here. I simply wish to get a better understanding of the religion and culture that is so widely celebrated across the world. I'm sorry if this is ignorant, but I don't know what sources of information to trust.

The question I have is are Muslim and Islam the same thing? I hear westerners refer to both in the same sentence, but I'm sure they're ignorant to the complexities of the subject. From what little sources of information I have it seems that all Islamist people are Muslim, but not all Muslim people are Islamist. Is this accurate? Is one referring to the religion and another to a political stance?

Again I'm sorry if this is ignorant, and again I do not wish to criticise or cast judgement but I thought I would try and get an answer from the people instead of the opinions of others. I find myself in conversations with people about the Muslim faith and they seem very ignorant and judgemental, I would like to shed some light onto the subject for them.

This question crosses my mind a lot. Of course, we are responsible for our choices in life, and we will be held accountable for them in the Hereafter. But why would God create a person while knowing that this person will end up in Hell, and then tell them, "I created you with free will, not as someone forced into their fate"? I know there is wisdom behind this, but why would God create someone while already knowing they will inevitably enter Hell?

Thanks in advance.

Narrated Umm Salamah, Ummul Mu’minin:

Prophet (saw) never went out of my house without raising his eye to the sky and saying:

“O Allah! I seek refuge in Thee lest I stray or be led astray, or slip or made to slip, or

cause injustice, or suffer injustice, or

do wrong, or have wrong done to me.”

(Dawud 5094)

Scholar Abid commented, ” We can be self-conceited, possess elevated perception of ourselves and our actions.

Usually, we are quick to comment with others on injustice or wrongs we face.

But in the prayer of the Prophet (saw) we also observe the prayer is to protect others from injustice and wrongs we may perpetrate”.

The prayer of the Prophet (saw) is inclusive of everyone.

It is a lesson that everyone, men and women, husband and wife, possess the capacity to inflict harm on the other.

Approaching relationships and establishing a moral high ground is a false claim to self-righteousness as both husband and wife can wrong the other.

Dua is a great worship, and an amazing tool in the hand's of any person, not only Muslim. In the Surah Baqarah verse, it reads

و إذا سألك عبادي عني فإني قريب أجيب دعوة الداعي إذا دعاني، فليستجيبو لي و ليومنوا بي لعلهم يرشدون

So, tell us your Dua stories, how it saved you, enlightened you, made you happy, got you that job, that spouse....

Let's strengthen each other's Imans.

I feel many times drained by these excessive thoughts about the future husband and creating a whole romance on my head, which distract me from my studies, how can I deal with it? Have you ever been through this?

May Allah bless you all.

Salam alaykum. I’m a Muslim, 19M turning 20 in June. My parents have taken my passport and refuse to give it back. My mother keeps it locked in a cabinet, and I have no access to it. I know exactly where it is, but if I take it without her permission, she will see it as extreme betrayal.

This is not about a vacation or a temporary issue. This is about my right to control my own movement. I am legally an adult, and my passport belongs to me. However, every time I try to bring it up, the conversation leads to arguments, guilt-tripping, and manipulation. If I ask directly, they will get suspicious and likely hide it elsewhere.

Since my passport will also expire soon, I need to access it for renewal. So my question is: *Would it be haram if I take back what is already legally mine? Or would this be considered عقوق الوالدين (disobedience to parents)

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I have become religious lately and learned interest and mortgages are haram. I went to university and took student loans without realising it was haram until after. My parents did a mortgage for their house as well. My parents are not religious and don’t pray. I feel gutted and wish I was taught these things but I am learning myself as I grow older.

I am from the U.K. and the houses are not cheap at all. The cost of living is rising here and rent is another option I can think of. I don’t want a big family just one kid. However, I still would want us to have our own home. The other thing in Islam is a man has to provide. Now how is he supposed to afford all this in the U.K. not every guy is a top earner?! I wouldn’t mind helping out initially as his wife but even then I do not think it will be enough.

Other options I can think of is moving to a Muslim country that is cheaper and these haram ways of purchasing a house do not exist. However, that means starting a new life and adjusting. Learning a new language and finding a new job.

This has made me think a lot of Muslims in the U.K. have bought houses this way and don’t seem to feel bad about it or justify it. The only reason I’m serious about this is because interest is a sin repeatedly mentioned in the Quran not to commit.

I want honest experiences please from the married Muslim men living in the U.K./West. If you are a guy that has taken out a mortgage, then please do not comment on this matter or try to justify it…

Has anyone got some good prayers for studying? I have a lot of exams soon so would really appreciate it. Jazakallah!

🌟 43. Ar-Raqib (الرقيب) – The Watchful ✨ Meaning: The Watchful – Allah watches over every detail of His creation.

🤲 Dua: “Ya Raqib, watch over me and protect me from actions that displease You.”

💬 Reflect this name by being mindful of your actions and striving for righteousness.

🌟 44. Al-Mujib (المجيب) – The Responsive One ✨ Meaning: The Responsive One – Allah answers the prayers of His servants.

🤲 Dua: “Ya Mujib, respond to my prayers and fulfill my needs in the best way.”

💬 Reflect on this name by turning to Allah with your supplications, trusting in His response.

🌟 45. Al-Wasi (الواسع) – The All-Encompassing ✨ Meaning: The All-Encompassing – Allah’s mercy and knowledge encompass all things.

🤲 Dua: “Ya Wasi, encompass me with Your mercy and barakah in every aspect of my life.”

💬 Reflect on this name by trusting in Allah’s vast knowledge and mercy in all situations.

السلام عليكم و رحمة الله تعالى و بركاته

I hope you guys doing well!!

I'm just wondering if you can share topics that connects Islam & science (any type of it)

Although a lot argue that they're separated, I believe they're complementary & it's necessary for someone to connect them..

Islam guides science, science proves Islam ✨

If you, yourself have situations where science proves Islam And/or Islam guides science (Ex: da moon's crack, asteroids outside space, big bang, embryology, plagues in ayat=my teacher explained it but I forgot what she said🗿) Or sheikhs/scientists connect both

Plz share them with me, I would really appreciate it 😺❤️

Thanks in advance, And have a nice day ☺️

First time going to umrah on 12 feb, I actually don't want to waste this opportunity Allah SWT has given me, my mom, dad has already done their Umrah and when they tell me the process and what to read it's quite overwhelming for me, I would like to get a resource or a pdf of duas and necessary I need to do for my Umrah.

Salam

I had him since 2008 he came to me when I was small and I was afraid when I hid under the bed from monsters real and imagined. He stayed with me through addiction and pain and he was the first sight I saw everyday when I came home with a “buddy I’m home! Did you miss me!?” He was with me the day I became Muslim he was with me thought the darkest and happiest moments of my life I am grateful thank you God thank you for my friend he has returned to the one who made him and I am grateful alhamdulillah.

How to make Allah my only priority.

I fear I sometimes want to impress people, Alhamduallah it’s in subtle ways but even the feeling brings me disgust. I don’t want to try and prove anything to anyone about my goodness or deen to anyone but Allah

Help me cleanse my mind and fix my priorities PLEASE.

I want to only care about Allah, and what Allah thinks of me.

Assalamualaikum,

has anyone bought kohl from InayaMorroco? Are they legit?

Jazakallah khair

Hello! I hope I am okay to post here.

I am not Muslim but my 8 year old has recently befriended a boy in his class who is. They are starting to have play dates and I want to make sure he is comfortable being here and I do not unintentionally offend anyone.

Is there anything (other than no pork) that I should know?

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If you are reading this, can you please take a second to pray that I get into my dream medical school? I have grown up around Muslims and cannot imagine not being around the community.

Also, would appreciate any advice on how to cope with uncertainty. I know that no matter what, there is a bigger plan, but how can I make my duas more sincere? I’ve been praying tahajjud and speaking to Allah from my heart, still feel so scared.