Essays - links-islam

The Divine Names Related to Existence

Posted 2009-09-15 10:40 by manarafo

Most of this is derived from a book in French whose name I've forgotten. It deals not only with the Ninety-Nine Names, but also with all the names - or names derived from the verbs - which refer to Allah in the Qur'an and in hadith. If I don't mention the hadith under the name, it isn't because it doesn't exist. It's because it wasn't in the notes I took from the book which I no longer have access to...

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/abewley/names.html

“Homosexual Wanting to Embrace Islam?” Ust. Suhaib Webb

Posted 2009-09-15 10:39 by manarafo

I am not a Muslim but I met a guy who never drinks or wastes any of his time, which I found to be impressive. While talking to him I realized that he was a Muslim and I started studying the religion. The complications lie in the fact that I have feelings towards men. I know it is wrong. I consider it an abomination. I don’t need anyone to tell me how sinful it is. But I can’t help it. I can stay away from committing the act but the feelings are always there. After reading the other questions about gays on the site they do not help me much. I cannot ignore the feelings and get married.

Islam Question and Answer

Posted 2009-09-15 10:37 by manarafo

Welcome to Islam Question & Answer! This site aims to provide intelligent, authoritative responses to anyones question about Islam, whether it be from a Muslim or a non-Muslim, and to help solve general and personal social problems. Responses are composed by Sheikh Muhammed Salih Al-Munajjid, a known Islamic lecturer and author. Questions about any topic are welcome, such as theology, worship, human and business relations, or social and personal issues.

http://islamqa.com/en