1. Answering misconceptions about Islam

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful
Child marriage is an important issue for Muslims in the modern period, as social customs have drastically changed over the last few hundred years. People in pre-modern societies sometimes thought of the practice as harmless, even beneficial in some contexts. But are child marriages encouraged by Islam?

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-verse-654-encourage-child-marriage/

What happened at Dhul Khalasah?

By Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful
Islam prohibits any military attack against peaceful people, especially women, children, and civilians. The principles of just war are expressed in numerous places in the Quran and Sunnah and classical jurisprudence, and they continue to be upheld in mainstream Islam today. This fact must be appreciated when interpreting the large body of hadith traditions, which are sometimes recorded in truncated form without the larger context.

https://abuaminaelias.com/what-happened-at-dhul-khalasah/

People are created in the image of Allah ?

By Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful
In Islam, we believe that all people have been created in the “image” of Allah. But what does this mean?

https://abuaminaelias.com/people-are-created-in-the-image-of-allah/

Imam al-Subki on mitigating factors in criminal punishment

By Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful

Fixed legal punishments in Islamic law for a handful of serious crimes, known as hadd or hudud, are particularly harsh as compared to the practice of some developed nations. This harshness has provoked criticism of Islam, and even the demonization of Muslims, just as it has been abused by criminal organizations claiming to act in the name of Islam

https://abuaminaelias.com/imam-al-subki-on-mitigating-factors-in-criminal-punishment/

Sexual consent, marriage, and concubines in Islam

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful

Consent in lawful sexual relations (that is, a valid marriage) is an important moral consideration in Islam. After all, marriage should be based upon love and mercy, as stated in the Quran, and part of a healthy sexual relationship is the mutual pleasure experienced by both parties.

https://abuaminaelias.com/sexual-consent-marriage-and-concubines-in-islam/

Did Ali ibn Abi Talib rape an underage girl?

By Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Entire websites and internet forums are dedicated to making Islam appear as evil as possible by misrepresenting, deliberately or not, its sacred texts. Believers should not waste their valuable moments engaging in fruitless online debates with such misguided people. Rather, one should hope some of them will eventually be guided, or at least recant their vilification of Islam, as even the worst enemies of Islam can become the greatest of Muslims.

https://abuaminaelias.com/did-ali-ibn-abi-talib-rape-an-underage-girl/

Meat would not decay? Eve betrayed her husband?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful

There is a prophetic tradition that is cited to erroneously claim a concept of ‘original sin’ in Islam, or a ‘scientific error,’ or an indignity against women. Rather, all of these interpretations are incorrect. A proper interpretation based upon scholarly commentary reveals that the tradition in question is a lesson about overcoming the lower nature of the human soul.

https://abuaminaelias.com/meat-would-not-decay-eve-betrayed-her-husband/

Few women ever achieved perfection?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

There is a prophetic tradition that is cited by opponents of Islam, and some misguided Muslim men, to claim Islam teaches that women are morally inferior to men. Not only is this a tragic misunderstanding and an abuse of the Prophet’s (ṣ) words, it contradicts the reality that many women surpass men in religious virtue.

https://abuaminaelias.com/few-women-ever-achieved-perfection/

Are men better than women in Islam?

By Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Men and women are equal in Islam by default, in terms of spirituality, morality, and value. They are only different in so far as there are natural differences between genders, and even these natural differences, while generally true, always have exceptions.
One gender is not inherently ‘superior’ or ‘better’ or ‘smarter’ than another. Rather, both genders complement each other for their respective strengths and weaknesses; only by their harmonious union can new life begin.
As a universal truth, the only quality that makes one individual better than another is mindfulness of Allah and righteousness .

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-men-better-than-women-in-islam/

Are Arabs the master race in Islam?

Abu Amina Elias

By Abu Amina Elias
In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Islam is egalitarian in the sense that it oppose all forms of racism, tribalism, doctrines, and pernicious ideologies which incite the pride of one class of people against another. The Quran and Sunnah convey a consistent message on the default equality of all people, with righteousness (al-taqwa) being the only distinguishing feature that makes someone better than another

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-arabs-the-master-race-in-islam/

Was the stoning verse abrogated?

By Abu Amina Elias.

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

There was a verse that was revealed to the Prophet (ṣ) and was recited by the companions, which mentioned stoning the adulterer, but its recitation was abrogated even though its ruling remained. Some Muslims are confused about this issue. Is the Quran really missing a verse?

https://abuaminaelias.com/was-the-stoning-verse-abrogated/

Is there offensive jihad in Islam?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful
The concept of “offensive jihad” (jihād al-ṭalab) is a legal term in classical Islamic law that has been misunderstood and abused by both Muslim and non-Muslim extremists. In their view, Islam allows no permanent or stable peace with the non-Muslim world. Muslims, they say, must continue to advance their political interests by military means if necessary. Islamic political rule, in their minds, is the purpose of jihad and an end in itself.

https://abuaminaelias.com/is-there-offensive-jihad-in-islam/

The story of Hafsa and Maria in Surat at-Tahreem

By Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

The opening verses of Sūrat al-Taḥrīm describe an incident in which the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, prohibited himself from something in order to please his wives. The classical commentators provide two opinions: one is strong and authentic, and the other is weaker and provokes controversy.

https://abuaminaelias.com/the-story-of-hafsa-and-maria-in-surat-at-tahreem/

Sucking the tongues of children?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Some anti-Muslim websites cite a narration that the Prophet sucked the tongue of a child. What is the real story?

Answer:
In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful

If we read a narration that we do not understand at first, we need to examine the context before coming to a conclusion. You should also be aware that these sites are notorious for mistranslating prophetic traditions and citing them out of context.

https://abuaminaelias.com/sucking-the-tongues-of-children/

Why did Prophet Muhammad raid caravans in Medina?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful

One of the claims frequently made by anti-Muslim websites is that after Prophet Muhammad emigrated to Medina, he became a warlord and launched offensive wars against the tribes around him for worldly gains. The truth is that the Meccan aristocracy had been violently intolerant of the new religion from the very beginning. The Muslims were forced to take up arms in defense of their right to practice Islam.

https://abuaminaelias.com/why-did-prophet-muhammad-raid-caravans-in-medina/

Do Muslims fight to impose a political system?

Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

It is claimed by both Muslim and anti-Muslim extremists that Islam commands Muslims to wage war against non-Muslims until the “political system” of Islam is enforced over all of humanity. This explicitly political interpretation of Islam is a dangerously erroneous misreading of the Quran and its teachings

https://abuaminaelias.com/do-muslims-fight-to-impose-a-political-system/

Force non-Muslims to the side of the road?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Whenever we read a narration about the Prophet, we need to understand it within its historical, theological, and moral context. One such narration concerns how to treat the people of the Book, Jews, Christians, and other non-Muslims when using the road.

https://abuaminaelias.com/force-non-muslims-to-the-side-of-the-road/

Marital rape and domestic violence in Islamic law

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

The concept of rape in marriage is a new problem confronting Muslims in modern times. The term “rape” (ightiṣāb) in the classical legal literature was applied only to forced sexual relations outside of the marriage contract. Rape in this sense has always been unlawful and prosecuted in the legal category of adultery based upon the Prophet’s practice and a firm legal consensus.

https://abuaminaelias.com/marital-rape-and-domestic-violence-in-islamic-law/

Seventy two virgins in Paradise?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

One of the rewards of Paradise mentioned in the Quran are the “pure maidens” promised for the righteous believers. These passages have been mistakenly used to disparage Islam as a religion of sex and lust. As Muslims, we need to understand them in context for our own benefit as well as to be able to answer non-Muslims well if they ask us about these verses.

https://abuaminaelias.com/seventy-two-virgins-in-paradise/

Understanding loyalty and disavowal in Islam

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Loyal and disavowal in Islam (al-wala wal bara) is an essential doctrine in the orthodox creed, yet many people, including some Muslims, have misunderstood how this concept should be applied within the totality of Islamic teachings. In short, loyalty and disavowal means to be loyal to the community of believers and the teachings upon which it is based, and to disavow the actions of those who oppose Islam and persecute the Muslim community.

https://abuaminaelias.com/understanding-loyalty-and-disavowal-in-islam/

There is no theology of rape in Islam

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Islam has forbidden rape and sexual abuse since the time of the Prophet until today. Allegations by anti-Muslim activists are only buttressed by the appalling criminal behavior of terrorist groups acting in the name of Islam, who use rape as a weapon of war. Rape by itself is an atrocity, but it is made even worse, tantamount to idolatry, when it is falsely justified in the name of Allah and His Messenger.

https://abuaminaelias.com/there-is-no-theology-of-rape-in-islam/

Separation of Mosque and State in Islam?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:

It is said that Islam requires a theocratic government, which tends to undermine progress and promote intolerance, so Muslims need to adopt secularism or “the separation of mosque and state” in order to progress in the modern world. Is it true?

https://abuaminaelias.com/separation-of-mosque-and-state-in-islam/

Islam between blasphemy and extremism

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Blasphemy is a very controversial topic in Islam that has taken on new importance due to the proliferation of instant global communication. Muslim extremists incorrectly cite a precedent in classical Islamic law to justify gross acts of vigilante violence and murder. Therefore, it is important for us to understand the context of the classical ruling and to view this issue in the larger perspective of the Quran and Sunnah as a consistent whole.

https://abuaminaelias.com/islam-between-blasphemy-and-extremism/

Abrogation and specification in the Quran

Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Abrogation of verses is an important concept to understand when studying the Quran, as neglecting this principle might lead to erroneous interpretations. It is a concept also misrepresented by anti-Muslim polemicists and even some Muslims.

https://abuaminaelias.com/abrogation-and-specification-in-the-quran/

Islam at war with the world? Dar Al-Harb explained

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:

It is claimed that Islam divides the world into two camps: the house of Islam (dar al-islam) and the house of war (dar al-harb). Muslims are continuously at war with all non-Muslim countries until they convert to Islam or accept Muslim rule. Is this correct?

https://abuaminaelias.com/islam-at-war-with-the-world-dar-al-harb-explained/

Do the Muslim believers love death and long for it?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
It is claimed that Islam is a cult of death because some Muslims go to extremes in their desire for martyrdom and use the slogan, “We love death as you love life!” Is this correct?

Answer:
In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Islam is a religion of life that teaches righteous living and protects life as a fundamental objective of law. Death is never an objective in itself. Rather, the believers should not long for death or wish for death upon others.

https://abuaminaelias.com/do-the-muslim-believers-love-death-and-long-for-it/

Islam rejects the call of ISIS to murder civilians

Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

When crimes against humanity are committed, it is the duty of Muslims to stand with the oppressed whether they are Muslims or not. If such crimes are committed in the name of Islam, we have a further obligation to clarify for people the truth about our religion.

https://abuaminaelias.com/islam-rejects-the-call-of-isis-to-murder-civilians/

Did the Prophet accept the presentation of severed heads?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:

We have seen reports of an armed Muslim group beheading their enemies and posting pictures of it on social media. Did the Prophet approve of such actions?

https://abuaminaelias.com/did-the-prophet-accept-the-presentation-of-severed-heads/

Is jihad the sixth pillar of Islam?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Some people say jihad is the sixth pillar of Islam. Is it true?

https://abuaminaelias.com/is-jihad-the-sixth-pillar-of-islam/

Freedom of religion and apostasy in Islam

By Abu Amina Elias
In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful

Freedom of religion and apostasy are major issues challenging Muslims in our times. On one hand, we know that Islam strictly prohibits compulsion in religion. On the other hand, classical Islamic law has prescribed the death penalty for apostasy. These two aspects of our faith exist in tension with one another and the news media often highlights controversial cases in which someone in the Muslim world has been charged with apostasy. Each time we hear of these cases the Muslims erupt into bitter arguments, some siding with religious freedom and others siding with harsh punishment.

How can we reconcile these two teachings and find the moderate, middle path to which Islam calls us?

https://abuaminaelias.com/freedom-of-religion-and-apostasy-in-islam/

On interpretation of verse 9:29 and the battle of Tabuk

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:

Does verse 9:29 permit aggression against non-Muslims?

https://abuaminaelias.com/on-interpretation-of-verse-929-and-the-battle-of-tabuk/

Are Muslims not punished for killing non-Muslims?

By Abu Amina Elias.

Question:

Some people claim Islam has no punishment for a Muslim who kills an unbeliever. Is it true?

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-muslims-not-punished-for-killing-non-muslims/

Is the theory of evolution compatible with Islam?

Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.
Islam encourages the use of reason and observing the creation as a means to promote the welfare of humanity and earth’s creatures. As such, any sound scientific discoveries that achieve these goals are accepted within Islam.
However, due to the controversial nature of evolution, it is important to distinguish between what Muslims must accept as matters of religion and what can be accepted as matters of science.

https://abuaminaelias.com/is-the-theory-of-evolution-compatible-with-islam/

Does Islam support female genital mutilation (FGM)?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Female circumcision, known pejoratively in its extreme form as female genital mutilation or cutting, is not prescribed in the Quran and there are no authentic prophetic traditions recommending the practice.

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-islam-support-female-genital-mutilation-fgm/

Are honor killings allowed in Islam?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Does Islam let men kill their wives or daughters to protect their family honor?

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-honor-killings-allowed-in-islam/

War is deceit? Lie to the unbelievers?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Muhammad said, “War is deceit.” Does this mean Muslims can lie to advance Islam?

https://abuaminaelias.com/war-is-deceit-lie-to-the-unbelievers/

Defensive nature of armed jihad in Islam

Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Jihad is a comprehensive term in Islam that refers to any effort given toward a good cause, whether it is an act of worship or charity or service. However, warfare in defense of Islam and the oppressed is called jihad because it takes a great deal of effort and sacrifice.
Allah has legislated warfare as a reaction towards those who initiate aggression against the Muslim community, but He has forbidden transgression, terrorism, and conversion to Islam by force.

https://abuaminaelias.com/defensive-nature-of-jihad-in-islam/

The Prophet never beat women or servants or animals

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Prophet Muhammad never struck a woman or a servant or an animal. He never beat anyone for any reason and he never hit anything unless he was defending himself in battle.

https://abuaminaelias.com/the-prophet-never-beat-women-or-servants-or-animals/

Does Islam allow “thighing” (mufakhathat) young girls?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:
An internet rumor claims Islam allows Muslims to rub the thighs of children for sexual pleasure. Is it true?

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-islam-allow-thighing-mufakhathat-young-girls/

Do Muslims fight to gain the spoils of war?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Do Muslims fight to get spoils from their enemies?

https://abuaminaelias.com/do-muslims-fight-to-gain-the-spoils-of-war/

Can individual Muslims implement legal punishments?

Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

It is not permissible for a Muslim without judicial authority to implement Islamic legal punishments on his own initiative. Vigilante justice, or “taking the law into your own hands,” is unlawful in Islam because it will lead to chaos and possibly greater harm than the crimes themselves. Likewise, it is not permissible for a Muslim to declare war or to commit an act of war without lawful authority.

https://abuaminaelias.com/can-individual-muslims-implement-islamic-legal-punishments/

Is a woman required to travel with her guardian?

By Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

A Muslim woman must travel with her guardian (mahram) such as her husband or father during an extended journey in which there is potential danger, but when no reasonable expectation of danger exists then she only needs the permission of her guardian.

https://abuaminaelias.com/is-a-woman-required-to-travel-with-her-guardian/

Can women be leaders in Islam?

By Abu Amina Elias
In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

It is permissible for a woman to be an authority and leader in any position for which she is qualified, although some positions are specific only to men such as the position of prayer leader and supreme commander of the armed forces.
It is incorrectly claimed by some people that women can have no authority in Islam because men have been given the responsibility to leads, defend, and maintain the livelihoods of women, their wives and their children.

https://abuaminaelias.com/can-women-take-positions-of-leadership-and-authority-in-islam/

Should Muslim leaders be from the Quraish tribe?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:

Is it a condition for leadership in Islam that a Muslim be from the Quraish tribe?

https://abuaminaelias.com/should-muslim-leaders-be-from-the-quraish-tribe/

Is it permissible to kill dogs in Islam?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
I read a Hadith that said the Prophet commanded the killing of dogs. Is it allowed to kill dogs in Islam?

https://abuaminaelias.com/is-it-permissible-to-kill-dogs-in-islam/

What does Islam teach about slavery?

Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful
Slavery was an economic and political institution that existed before Islam. Slaves were considered property and were bought, sold, and captured as merchandise. While complete abolition of slavery was not economically possible at the time, Islam intended to phase out slavery with several methods: by acknowledging the dignity and humanity of slaves, commanding their good treatment, elevating their status in society, bestowing upon them rights, and providing several means to achieve their freedom.

https://abuaminaelias.com/what-does-islam-teach-about-slavery/

Slay them wherever you find them? The sword verse explained

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:

The Quran says, “Slay them wherever you find them…” which abrogates all the peaceful verses in the Quran and lets Muslims kill any non-Muslim they want

https://abuaminaelias.com/slay-the-unbelievers-wherever-you-find-them-the-verse-of-the-sword-explained/

Fight people until they become Muslims?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
What is the meaning of the Hadith, “I have been commanded to fight people until they say there is no God but Allah”?

https://abuaminaelias.com/fight-people-until-they-become-muslims/

Was Adam sixty cubits tall while on Earth?

Abu Amina Elias

Question:
There is a hadith that says Adam was created sixty cubits tall, which is about ninety feet. Some missionaries claim this is a scientific error. Were humans really that tall on earth?

https://abuaminaelias.com/was-adam-sixty-cubits-tall-while-on-earth/

Are Muslims forbidden from greeting non-Muslims with peace?

By Abu Amina Elias.

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

It is permissible to initiate the greeting of peace with non-Muslim citizens if this serves a beneficial purpose such as maintaining good relations with them and displaying a good example of Islamic behavior. This is based upon the Prophet’s general command to spread peace and it is the opinion of some of his prominent companions.

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-muslims-forbidden-from-greeting-non-muslims-with-peace/

Does the Quran say Allah created the universe in eight days?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:

The Quran says in chapter 41 that God created the universe in eight days but in other chapters it says six days. Isn’t this a contradiction?

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-the-quran-say-allah-created-the-universe-in-eight-days/

Does the Quran mistake Mary for the sister of Aaron?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:
The Quran refers to Mary as the “sister of Aaron” but Aaron lived several hundred years before her. Isn’t this a historical mistake?

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-the-quran-mistake-mary-for-the-sister-of-aaron/

Are suicide bombings lawful in Islam?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Are suicide bombings or “martyrdom operations” allowed in Islam?

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-suicide-bombings-lawful-in-islam/

Did the Prophet burn down people’s houses for missing the prayer?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:

Some people claim the Prophet burned down people’s houses because they were absent from prayer. Is it true?

https://abuaminaelias.com/did-the-prophet-burn-down-peoples-houses-for-missing-the-prayer/

Are Muslims allowed to lie for Islamic causes? Taqiyya explained

By Abu Amina Elias.

Question:
Taqiyya is the Islamic doctrine that allows Muslims to lie to non-Muslims and the Prophet Muhammad said “War is deceit.” So can we trust what any Muslim says?

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-muslims-allowed-to-lie-taqiyya-explained/

Is it permissible in Islam to torture people?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Is it permissible for Muslims to torture criminals?

https://abuaminaelias.com/is-it-permissible-in-islam-to-torture-people/

Are Muslims taught to hate the infidels or to love their neighbors?

Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Are Muslims taught to hate the infidels?

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-muslims-taught-to-hate-the-infidels-or-to-love-their-neighbors/

Was Prophet Muhammad a terrorist who killed innocent people?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Perhaps the most challenging issue for Muslim communities today is the spectre of terrorist violence afflicting many places in the world and the false perception of Islam this creates in the minds of people.

https://abuaminaelias.com/was-prophet-muhammad-a-terrorist-who-killed-innocent-people/

Are women deficient in intelligence and religion in Islam?

By Abu Amina Elias.

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

It is incorrectly claimed that women are ‘deficient in intelligence and religion’ or ‘lacking common sense’ according to Islam, and that for this reason restrictions are placed upon a women’s testimony and intellectual activity. This unfortunate misconception is based upon a misinterpretation or mistranslation of the following prophetic tradition:

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-islam-teach-that-women-are-inferior-or-deficient-in-religion-reason-and-testimony/

Did Prophet Muhammad plan genocide against Jews?

Question:

Did Prophet Muhammad commit genocide (extermination of an entire race) against the Jews of Medina and the tribe Banu Qurayza?

https://abuaminaelias.com/did-the-prophet-plan-genocide-against-jews-the-story-of-banu-qurayza/

Did Prophet Muhammad kill apostates who convert to another religion?

Question:

Islam prescribes the death penalty for apostasy. Does this mean there is no freedom of religion in Islam?

https://abuaminaelias.com/did-the-prophet-kill-apostates-who-convert-to-another-religion/

Was Prophet Muhammad a pedophile?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

One of the more disturbing accusations against Islam is the claim that the Prophet was lustful towards young women, in particular by his marriage to Aisha bint Abi Bakr. When the evidence is presented in context, we find that the allegation is baseless.

https://abuaminaelias.com/was-prophet-muhammad-a-pedophile-who-had-sex-with-children/

Did Prophet Muhammad assassinate those who criticized him?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
It is said Prophet Muhammad assassinated a man only for criticizing him. Is Islam intolerant of criticism?

https://abuaminaelias.com/did-prophet-muhammad-assassinate-those-who-criticized-him/

What does Islam teach about concubines?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Islam encourages the freeing of slaves and their joining in marriage as a means to improve their status in society. Concubinage was not introduced by Islam, as it had existed before in the past. But the Prophet (ṣ) instituted many practices that were intended to gradually phase out slavery and concubinage from society, including legal protections for concubines from rape, sex crimes, and abusive men.

https://abuaminaelias.com/what-does-islam-teach-about-concubines/

Are Muslims only kind to Muslims and harsh to unbelievers?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Your book reads, “Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah and those with him are forceful against the disbelievers, merciful among themselves.” (48:29) Jesus says love your enemies. I feel like Christianity is a religion of peace and Muslims are only good to people who follow their religion

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-muslims-only-kind-to-other-muslims-and-harsh-with-unbelievers/

Does Islam allow adult men to be breastfed by women?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:

Some anti-Muslim websites say Islam allows adult men to be breastfed by women and they quote some hadith to this effect. Is it true?

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-islam-allow-adult-men-to-be-breastfed-by-women/

Does the Quran allow men to beat their wives?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

The verse 4:34, which allows a man to ‘strike’ his wife in case of stubborn disobedience, has been wildly misrepresented by opponents of Islam and even some Muslim men. It is often wrongly translated as ‘beating.’

https://abuaminaelias.com/does-the-quran-let-muslims-beat-their-wives/

Did Prophet Muhammad initiate wars against peaceful neighbors?

by Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Did Prophet Muhammad declare war against people because they did not embrace Islam or accept Islamic rule?

Answer:
In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, did not initiate war against anyone who offered to make peace with him. War is a last resort in Islam for the physical defense of the community and it is not a means to force people to enter Islam. Peaceful coexistence among different religions is highly preferred over conflict

https://abuaminaelias.com/did-prophet-muhammad-initiate-wars-against-peaceful-neighbors/

Hadith of the Gharqad Tree: Is it a good deed to kill Jews in Islam?

By Abu Amina Elias

Question:
There is a hadith that says, “You will fight against the Jews and you will kill them until even a stone would say: come here, O Muslim, there is a Jew, so kill him.”
Does this mean killing Jews is a good deed in Islam?

https://abuaminaelias.com/hadith-of-the-gharqad-tree-is-it-a-good-deed-to-kill-jews-in-islam/

Are crucifixion and mutilation legal punishments in Islam?

by Abu Amina Elias

In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful
Crucifixion as a method of public torture is prohibited in Islam. Displaying an executed criminal is neither prescribed nor prohibited by the Quran, although some scholars have interpreted a verse as mandating crucifixion to punish the worst of violent criminals. Jurists laid down several mitigating factors to limit its potential abuse by governments, while the Quran itself implicitly discourages the practice. Mutilation, on the other hand, was explicitly prohibited by the Prophet (s).

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-crucifixion-and-mutilation-legal-punishments-in-islamic-law/

Do Muslims drink camel’s urine as medicine?

Abu Amina Elias

Question:
Is it true that Muslims drink camel’s urine for medicine?

Answer:
In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

The Arabs at the time of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, would prescribe camel’s urine for various sicknesses but this has no religious significance in Islam

https://abuaminaelias.com/do-muslims-drink-camels-urine-as-medicine/

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Are women the majority in the Hellfire?

By Abu Amina Elias
In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

It is incorrectly claimed that women are a majority of people in Hellfire according to Islam because women are of lesser piety, worth, and value than men. However, the reason women are a majority in Hellfire is because women are the majority of humankind overall. It is further forbidden in Islam for men and women to boast to each other in this regard.

https://abuaminaelias.com/are-women-the-majority-in-the-hellfire-explanation-of-some-hadith-about-women/

Women in Islam:

1. Status and Rights

2. Misunderstood Texts and Ideas

Do women form majority in the Hell
Is there any bad omen in women?
Does Hadith say women are deficient in intelligence?
Does Hadith call women equal to donkeys and dogs? (Question of annulment of prayers
Does Islam equate women with animals and slaves?(About a supplication seeking refuge from evil)
Does Islam allow wife beating?
Are women called devils in Hadith?
Why are women called tilth for men?
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