There is no one single organization of Muslims globally. However, the single, most widespread organization which truly can be called a community, is the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.
The Islamic concept of God is distinct from other faiths as it is a strongly monotheistic religion with the worship of One God as its central theme.
Shariah literally means “a path to life-giving water,” and refers to a defined path upon which all God-fearing people are advised to tread.
Yes. The Holy Quran does not prohibit anyone from visiting a mosque (provided they are not there to cause trouble) as it is a House of God that can and should be used for the worship of God by all.
Islam requires Muslims to respect people of all faiths and this clearly includes followers of Judaism.
There is no punishment in Islam for blasphemy. No such punishment is prescribed in the Holy Quran, or in any of the traditions of the Prophet Muhammad(sa).
There is no punishment for apostasy in Islam.
Muslims believe that all past prophets were sent by God and that the scriptures were Divine revelations in their original form and thus all taught the absolute unity of God.
The universality of Islam is evident in the six articles of faith. Allah mentioned in the first article of faith is the Creator of Universe and is understood to be a “non-denominational” God.
The five pillars of Islam represent the principle acts of worship which are required to practice the faith. Observance and practice of these acts is obligatory for all Muslims.
Islam helps us develop a close relationship with Allah by first telling us what to believe in (the 6 Articles of Faith) and then explaining how to implement these beliefs in our lives (the 5 Pillars of Islam). Muslims believe in the following six Articles of Faith.
Allah is the name of the God Almighty in the Arabic Language. Allah is the personal name of God. The word Allah is never used for any other being or thing.
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world. The word Islam literally means ‘Peace and surrender to the will of Allah the Creator’.
Two places are considered the holiest places in Islam. One is a place called “Kaaba” which is in the centre of city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The second holiest place is considered the city of Medina about 200 km from Mecca.
The short answer is ‘No’. In Islam the decision of who goes to heaven and who goes to hell is left entirely to God as He alone knows people’s hearts and is aware of their deeds. What Islam claims is that it is the perfect religion for mankind and a religion for all time and all people.