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The core elements of Islam explained

Knowledge and familiarity help in breaking down stereotypes, thereby facilitating peaceful co-existence.

This site aims to explain the core elements of Islam in a structured and accessible way to those interested in understanding Islam as it has been understood by Muslims from its inception until today. Islam is widely known and recognised as one of the world’s most followed religions with a large and continually growing population. This site seeks to explain what Islam means from an Islamic perspective in a clear and concise manner. Knowledge and familiarity help in breaking down stereotypes, thereby facilitating peaceful co-existence and contributing to a constructive and positive interaction and integration of Muslims in Australian society. Here you will find what Muslims believe, how Muslims worship and the importance of Ihsaan also known as self-discipline or purification of the heart. Islam’s position in relation to family, society, financial transactions, and a broad overview of Islamic jurisprudence (sources of Islamic law and how contemporary issues are addressed) are also explained.

This site is designed to be introductory in nature. Therefore, the content while clear and detailed, is not intended to be comprehensive.

The Kabah was built by the Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael in obedience to God’s command, Who also decreed that it be a sacred sanctuary for the worship of the One God. God set it as a beacon for humanity, commanding Abraham to establish the pilgrimage as an act of worship.
What began with the Prophet Abraham was brought to completion with the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. To this day, the Kabah continues to be a symbol of singular devotion, calling on the faithful in every land to the service of the One God.

“Belief is to believe in God, His Angels, His Books, His Messengers, the Last Day, and to believe in divine destiny, both its good and evil,” Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him.
Beliefs are the bedrock upon which the entire religion is built. They are the key to entering Islam and Paradise. The Muslim creed, or statement of beliefs, consists of several tenets that are a pre-requisite for the soundness of belief, all of which are implied and contained in the two testimonies:

I testify that nothing is worthy of worship except God,
And I testify that Muhammad is the messenger of God.

The proclamation starts with absolute negation, “nothing is worthy of worship”— and is followed by the affirming statement, “except God!”…

Messengers are pure and noble humans sent by God to different communities and nations
They bore a message from their Lord to call people to the truth and guide them along the way. Throughout history, various nations were sent Messengers. God, in His Mercy and Justice, does not hold people accountable until they have been given the chance for guidance. Those who did not receive the divine message are excused while those who wilfully reject or deny the message are taken to account.

The Messengers were sent to people in their own language, yet they all bore the same essential moral and credal message. Although they bore a divine message, the Messengers were nonetheless human beings who ate food, slept, married, had children, grew old, and passed away like all other humans.

Throughout human history, God communicated with humanity through His chosen Prophets and Messengers. He revealed to them books of guidance, through the Angel Jibreel (Gabriel), that were appropriate for their time and place, to guide humanity through life. There are four revealed books. The Tawrāt (Torah) was revealed to Prophet Mūsā (Moses). It contained laws for the Children of Israel and was a source of light and guidance for them. The Zabūr (Psalms) of Prophet Dāwūd (David) is also mentioned in the Quran as being a revelation from God. The Injīl (Gospel) was revealed to Prophet ʿĪsā (Jesus). The Quran, literally meaning ‘the often recited’, was revealed to Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, in the Arabic language. The Quran is the verbatim word of God that is, and will continue to be, protected from distortion by God Himself.

Welcome to Islam.com.au

Where Islam is explained in clear and simple terms, in a way that makes sense to both Muslims and Non-Muslims alike.

What is The Kabah?

It started with the Prophet Abraham

Where to Start?

You can start from the articles below

God

The starting point

Prophethood

Communication with man

The Books

Divine Speech