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Idols from the era of Noah?

The origins of polytheism and the disputed narration attributed to Ibn ‘Abbās regarding the idols worshipped by the people of Noah. Uncover inconsistencies and the significance of accurate Tafsir analysis in Islamic discourse.

Sacrifice and abstention

Question I undertaking the offering of the Udhiyah (a sacrificial animal) fard (obligated) upon all Muslims during the month of Dhul-Hijjah?  If one does perform the sacrifice, is it an obligation to therefore not cut or...

A Triumphant Group

Recently we have had several questions posted asking about the textual evidences regarding a group from the Muslim Ummah, a Ṭā’ifa, who will be steadfast upon the truth.  One of the questions posed within this,...

‘Don’t make my grave an idol’

Introduction Previously we have briefly touched upon the most common arguments dominating discourse surrounding the root origins of Shirk (polytheism).  Often, this discourse centres around three distinct poles: the story of al-Lāt, the idols worshipped...