The History of Ramadan It is believed that the Quran was first revealed to Muhammad during the month of Ramadan. The historical records shows that first revelation was sent down on Laylat al-Qadr (the night of Power) which is one of the five odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan. …
Basics of Islam
The 5 Pillars and many beliefs of Islam
Muslims and the Spirit World
The spirit world and Islam Muslims worldwide are often afraid of evil coming from the spirit world. This fear is a source of profound unspoken anxiety for many. Islam has a complex and multifaceted set of beliefs about the invisible forces at work around us. Theses beliefs also vary greatly from …
Prayer in Islam
Prayer in Islam Muslims often pray five times a day at specific times while facing the direction of Mecca. Muslim prayer is rather formal and ritualistic, like early Christian or Jewish prayer. Despite the formal nature of prayer, these times of prayer can often be very personal and …