Definitions

A Brief Guide To #Islam 

Definition of Islam 1 

Islam is an Arabic word that means peaceful, willing submission to the code of conduct by God, so Islam is a religion , but it is also a complete way of life. The religion of Islam is the acceptance of and obedience to the teachings of God, which He revealed to His last prophet, Muhammad.  

At the core of Islam is the focus of an individual’s personal relationship with God, their Creator. It encourages a believer to have sustained awareness of God which is a key to lasting happiness.

Islam teaches that God is the source of peace. By focusing on this important relationship and following God’s guidance, believers will be able to acquire inner peace and tranquility. Seeking lasting happiness through other means, such as following one’s desires or the accumulation of material possessions, will never fill the void we have. This need can only be filled with the awareness of God.

True contentment is found in acknowledging and obeying the Creator:

The primary reason for this close relationship is that Muslims have a direct connection with their Creator. There is no intermediary, such as praying to or through others, in worshipping God.

Islam gives a person a clear perspective on the events that happen in their life, both good and bad, as they are, in fact, tests from God. It encourages a person to understand events in the context of the overall purpose of life, which is to acknowledge God and obey Him. He created humans with intellect and free will to test them as to who would willingly choose to follow His guidance. This life is an ultimate testing ground and although we cannot control everything that happens to us, we can control how we react. Islam encourages a person to focus on what is in their control, to be grateful to God for blessings, and to be patient during hardships. Patience or gratitude–this is the formula for a happy life.

Islam encourages the believer to remain free from the extremes of worldly happiness that may cause one to forget God and the extremes of sadness that may cause one to lose hope and blame God. By not being overly attached to the material world, a Muslim is empowered not only to better handle any calamities but also to be beneficial and generous to society. This leads to a more balanced and optimistic outlook on life.

Definition of Islam 2

Islam is an Abrahamic religion that believes in the oneness of God, considering the Quran as the word of God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Islam emphasizes social justice, high moral standards, and encourages followers to perform the five daily prayers, observe fasting during the month of Ramadan, and maintain a balance between worship and daily life.

Definition of Islam 3

Islam is the religion of all prophets.

The word Islam means total submission and obedience to God

a single God who has neither partners nor sons.

Our religion is based on principles of justice, peace, tolerance, and mercy towards all our brothers in humanity.

Muslims have a *direct connection* with their Creator.

There is no intermediary, such as praying to or through others, in worshipping God.

And this is what makes Islam so special and unique.

And * true happiness * is in only found in *worshiping our creator*

as it is the right of the Creator to be worshipped alone and the right of the human being to have direct connection with His Creator.

Definition of Islam 4

Islam is the religion that accepts logic, as it believes that everything has a cause and that cause can't have any limits, so therefore believing in one god is the only possible explanation, which is the main message of Islam.

Islam teaches us that all humans are equal regardless of their race,colour, or nationality.

Islam encourages us to help and support the weak, the poor, the needy, and the disabled.

Islam requires its followers to show respect and tolerance even to those who do not share their faith.

True contentment is found in acknowledging and obeying the Creator:

The primary reason for this close relationship is that Muslims have a direct connection with their Creator. There is no intermediary, such as praying to or through others, in worshipping God.

Definition of Islam 5

Islam is a religion, the second largest in the world, with 1700 million believers; they are called Muslims.

 At present there are Muslims in all countries of the world.

The country with the largest number of Muslims in the world is Indonesia, with 213 million.

Islam is the religion of peace and tolerance.

The word Islam means total submission and obedience to God, a single God who has no partners nor sons; He neither begets nor is born.

Our religion is based on principles of peace, tolerance and mercy towards all our brothers in humanity.

Muslims believe in one God; we do not idolise saints or idols of clay; we do not give divine attributes to men.

God is perfect, and from him are all divine attributes.

We do not believe in the theory of the Trinity, that is to say, a father God, a son God, and a God spirit, God is one.

We respect Jesus, peace of God be upon him, as a prophet to whom God revealed the Gospel to him.

Definition of Islam 6

Islam is not a new religion.

Islam literally means (submission to God) by obeying his true teachings, which came upon all prophets.

- and we believe that it's not a new religion; we consider Islam a house of submission to God, and each prophet is considered a brick in this house.

You will find out that Most of the teachings of Islam are moral teachings and ethical instructions that will make our world a better place, like don't kill, don't steal, be good to others, respect your parents, speak the truth, don't cheat, be honest, respect your husband or wife, etc.

So Islam is = submission

This is the Arabic meaning.

Every one who submits his will to God is a Muslim, and all prophets, including Jesus, were the perfect examples of submitting themselves to the will of God.

Definition of Islam 7

Islam is submission.

Every one who submits his will to God is a Muslim and all prophets, including Jesus were the perfect examples of submitting themselves to the will of God.

And this is the meaning of the word Islam; it means to submit your will to Allah.

So this is a unique religion because its name represents a moral attitude, and it is not named after a person or a nation like other religions.

Continuity  of  message

The Religion of Adam and Eve

Islam  is  not  a  new  religion. It  is,  in  essence, the same  message  and  guidance  which  Allah  revealed  to  all Prophets. The  message  which  was  revealed  to  Prophet Muhammad  (peace be upon him)  is  Islam  in  its comprehensive,  complete  and  final  form.

The Prophets were the best examples amongst their people in character and righteousness. They lived in obedience to God, with excellent morals and were always truthful in speech and conduct.

Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him) was MUSLIM

Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him) and his disciples were MUSLIMS. "  The  disciples  said,"  We   are  supporters  for Allah . We  have  believed  in Allah and  testify   that  we  are  Muslims  [submitting  to  Him]."