Is There Scholarly Consensus on All Ten Things That Nullify Islam Mentioned by Imam Muhammad ibn ‘Abd al-Wahhaab? Imam Muhammad ibn ‘Abd al-Wahhaab رحمه الله is well known for his concise treatise Nawāqid al-Islām (The Nullifiers of Islam), in which he mentioned ten matters that can nullify a person's Islam. His purpose was to warn Muslims about beliefs, statements, and actions that contradict the foundations of Islam and to encourage them to understand and protect their faith. A frequently asked question, however, is: Did Muslim scholars unanimously agree on all ten matters exactly as they are presented in this treatise? The answer requires some clarification. According to a detailed scholarly discussion of the ten nullifiers, there is broad scholarly agreement regarding the underlying principles of most of them, but there is not an unqualified consensus concerning every detail of all ten categories. The clearest area of disagreement concerns the seventh nullifier: sihr (mag...
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Extraordinary Events That Happen at the Hands of Non-Muslims Are a Test and a Trial Throughout history, people have witnessed extraordinary events, remarkable achievements, unusual occurrences, and things that may appear beyond ordinary human ability. Sometimes such events occur through people who are not Muslims. Islam teaches believers to approach such matters with faith, wisdom, and caution rather than allowing amazement to weaken their belief or lead them to unjust conclusions about others. An extraordinary occurrence is not, by itself, proof that a person is righteous, beloved by Allah, or following the truth. The Qur’an reminds us that worldly ability, success, wealth, and power are not necessarily signs of divine approval. Allah tests people in different ways, and something that appears impressive may itself become a test for those who witness it. Extraordinary Does Not Always Mean Divine Honour One of the important principles in Islam is that unu...
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Ruling on Killing Foreigners in Muslim Lands Islam places great emphasis on the sanctity of human life and strictly prohibits unjust killing. A person's nationality, ethnicity, or place of origin does not make their life permissible to take. In Muslim lands, foreigners and non-Muslims who enter under a visa, agreement, security guarantee, or other lawful arrangement are entitled to protection and must not be harmed unjustly. The Sanctity of Human Life The Qur'an makes the seriousness of unlawful killing clear: “Whoever kills a soul unless for a soul or for corruption [done] in the land—it is as if he had slain mankind entirely.” (Qur'an 5:32) The principle is clear: human life is not something individuals may take according to their personal anger, suspicion, or interpretation of events. Allah also says: “And do not kill the soul which Allah has forbidden [to be killed] except by right.” (Qur'an 17:33) Therefore, deliberately killing an innocent person is a grave sin. ...
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Forsaking Your Muslim Brother Because of Differences in Opinion Introduction Differences of opinion are a natural part of human life. People differ in their understanding, experiences, personalities, cultures, and how they approach various matters. This is also true within the Muslim community. Muslims may have different opinions regarding religious issues, social matters, politics, or everyday life. However, disagreement should not become a reason for hatred, hostility, or permanently cutting ties with a fellow Muslim. Islam teaches believers to maintain brotherhood, show mercy, and deal with one another with good character, even when they disagree. The strength of the Muslim Ummah lies not in everyone having the same opinion, but in maintaining faith, respect, and brotherhood despite legitimate differences. The Bond of Muslim Brotherhood Allah سبحانه وتعالى says ...
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Sources of Income for the Bayt al-Maal (Treasury) in the Muslim State The Bayt al-Maal (بيت المال), meaning the public treasury, has historically referred to the institution responsible for managing the financial resources of the Muslim state and spending them for legitimate public purposes. In the Qur’an and Sunnah, Islamic economic principles emphasize justice, responsibility, protection of public wealth, and the proper distribution of resources. During the early Muslim community, particularly under the leadership of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the rightly guided Caliphs, different sources contributed to the public treasury. These revenues were used for the needs of society, administration, defence, assistance to the poor, and other lawful public interests. 1. Zakat Zakat is one of the most important financial obligations in Islam. Eligible Muslims are requ...
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Definition of Terrorism and What It Means in Islam and in the West Terrorism is one of the most serious forms of violence in the modern world. It causes loss of innocent lives, spreads fear among communities, destroys social stability, and can create long-lasting political and humanitarian consequences. The word “terrorism” is frequently used in political, legal, media, and religious discussions, but its exact definition can vary depending on the legal system and context. When discussing terrorism in relation to Islam, it is particularly important to distinguish between the teachings of Islam and the actions of individuals or organisations that claim to act in its name. Islam has clear principles concerning the protection of human life, justice, warfare, and the treatment of civilians. What Is Terrorism? In general terms, terrorism refers to the deliberate use or threat of serious violence to creat...
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Doubts About the Sahaabah (May Allah Be Pleased With Them) and a Response to Those Doubts The Sahaabah (may Allah be pleased with them) occupy a unique and honoured position in Islamic history. They were the generation that believed in the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, supported him, learned directly from him, and carried the message of Islam to the generations that followed. Because of their important role, questions and doubts about their character, decisions, and conduct have appeared throughout history. Some arise from a lack of knowledge, while others result from reading historical reports without understanding their context or from relying on weak and unreliable narrations. Islam teaches Muslims to approach such matters with justice, knowledge, and respect. Who Were the Sahaabah? The Sahaabah were those who met the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ while believing in...