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Do Muslims Need Scholars to Understand Islam? A Qur’anic Analysis of Authority, Sects, and the Scholar Class

Across Islamic history, a scholarly class emerged and gradually positioned itself as the primary interpreter and guardian of the religion of Allah.

Is the Kaaba Being Treated Like an Object of Worship? A Qur’anic Analysis of Modern Practices

For many Muslims today, the ultimate dream is to visit Makkah for Hajj and Umrah and see the Kaaba.

Zina and Faahishah in the Qur’an: Definitions, Evidence Requirements, and Punishments Explained

The Qur'an prohibits sexual immorality in all forms.

Was Alcohol Banned Gradually in Islam? A Qur’anic Analysis of the Prohibition

It is often claimed that alcohol and gambling were prohibited gradually in Islam which the Qur’an first discouraged, then restricted, and finally banned.

Is Alcohol Haram in Islam? What the Qur’an Says About Intoxicants and Their Harm

In Islam, the prohibition on intoxicants including alcohol is well known. However, sometimes there are debates in the Muslim world into whether some small quantities of intoxicants may be deemed acceptable as long it does not lead to intoxication.

Is the Whole Pig Haram or Only the Meat? A Qur’anic Explanation

The prohibition of consuming pork is one of the most widely known in Islamic dietary law. Traditionally, this has been understood as a total ban on the pig, making the animal itself unclean and haram. But what does the Qur'an actually say about the pig?

What Foods Are Halal and Haram in Islam? A Qur’anic Guide to Islamic Dietary Laws

This article provides a clear and straightforward explanation of the dietary rules in Islam, designed for anyone new to the topic.

Is Homosexuality Forbidden in Islam? A Qur’anic Analysis of the People of Lot

Homosexuality is one of the hardest topics for Muslims to talk about but the Qur'an doesn't avoid it.

Is Riba the Same as Modern Day Bank Interest? What the Qur’an Really Says About Interest

The Qur'an is extremely clear that " Allah condemns usury ..." (2:276) as one of the worst sins. In Islam, most people understand the term 'riba' to mean all interest.