Qur'anic Answers

An issue when examining the Qur'anic instructions on modesty is the precise definition of the term 'zinah' (commonly translated as "adornment" or "beauty"). Traditional interpretations often define zinah as referring to biological body parts of a woman. But what does the Qur'an actually mean when it uses this word? The meaning of zinah determines what the Qur'an actually requires women to conceal so precision here is essential.

A major difference between Muslims and Christians is what happened to Jesus at the end of his earthly life. For Christians, Jesus was crucified and then resurrected, which forms the central pillar of their faith. On the other hand, mainstream Islam teaches Jesus was never crucified but was instead raised alive by Allah. From afar, it seems difficult to reconcile how both communities can hold such unanimous and yet contradictory beliefs. So, does the Qur'an address this issue, and how does it actually present the death of Jesus?