Many people go beyond the meaning of the term "social system" and apply it to all systems of life. This is an erroneous usage; given that the systems of life are better expressed as the "systems of society" because that is what they are; they organise the relationships that arise between the people living in a particular society, regardless of whether they meet or not. It is not the meeting of people but the relationships ('alaqaat) which should be taken into consideration. Consequently, these relationships will be diverse and different. They would include economics, ruling, politics, education, penal code ('uqubaat), societal transactions (mu'amalaat) and the rules of (testimonial) evidences (bayyinaat) etc..
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Mission of the Ummah
It is well known that the message is the Deen, or, in modern terms, the Ideology. This message must be a fundamental idea that defines humanity's perspective on what precedes life, what follows life, and life itself, including its ever-evolving problems
Financial Thought in Islam Compared to Capitalist and Socialist Financial Thought (Part 1)
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Financial Thought in Islam Compared to Capitalist and Socialist Financial Thought (Part 1)(Translated) The financial and economic system reflects the philosophy of the state, which is the ideology in which the state believes. The world has known two main ideologies, capitalism and socialism. Some countries have adopted socialist thought, while others … Continue reading Financial Thought in Islam Compared to Capitalist and Socialist Financial Thought (Part 1)
What is the official flag of the Caliphate?
The official flag of the Islamic State is called the rayah (الراية). It is a black rectangular flag with the words لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا ٱلله مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُولُ ٱلله written on it in white. A full explanation of the ijtihad behind this is below. Historically, flags were mainly used in warfare to identify the different armies on the battlefield. In … Continue reading What is the official flag of the Caliphate?
Islam and Spirituality
The origin of the use of the word ‘spirit’ is found in the discussions that took place between people who believe in the existence of God, frequently using words such as ‘spirit’ and ‘spirituality’ to articulate the effect of a creator. One of the most misunderstood areas of Islam amongst the Ummah is this very … Continue reading Islam and Spirituality
Fatherhood in Islam
Introduction: The Muslim Father Lays Firm Foundations for the Next Generation Fatherhood is of such importance in Islam that it is the fundamental basis of the identity of all Muslims. Allah (swt) said, ﴿ادْعُوهُمْ لِآبَائِهِمْ هُوَ أَقْسَطُ عِندَ اللَّهِ﴾ “Let children be called in the name of their fathers. That is more just in the sight of … Continue reading Fatherhood in Islam
The Islamic Method of Acquiring Knowledge
Thus, the method that Islam encourages in pursuing knowledge is based upon the intellect and entails thinking, research, and analysis. It is not built upon blind faith, emotional belief, or submission without any discussion.
Islam is a Specific Way of Living
Islam came as a collection of concepts (mafaheem) about life. It came as general guidelines (khutoot ‘areedah), ie general imports that treat all man’s problems in life, where the solution of every problem that occurs to man is actually derived from them.
The Unity of the Islamic Ummah
The Unity of the Islamic Ummah: One of the falsehoods that the people of Baatil have propagated and promoted is the thought that the unity or unification of the Islamic Ummah is an impossibility. This is by aiming to create despair amongst the people in regards to achieving this truth. When the people despair in regards … Continue reading The Unity of the Islamic Ummah
Refutation of Gradualism (tadarruj)
The following is an extract from the translation of the arabic book entitled 'Dawa ilal Islam' (Dawa to Islam) by Sheikh Ahmad Mahmoud, published in English by Revival Publications. We want to look at, treat and demonstrate the corruption of the idea of gradualism in the adoption of Islam, and the ideas that result from this … Continue reading Refutation of Gradualism (tadarruj)