Since the group known as ISIS or 'Islamic State' (IS) declared the re-establishment of the Caliphate on 29 June 2014, the world's media has reported on numerous actions carried out by the group, most recently the execution of 21 Egyptian Coptic Christians in the Libyan city of Sirte.
Islam
"Rely on Allah, and do not give up..."
Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu alyhi wa sallam said: Strive for what benefits you and rely on Allah, and do not give up. If something befalls you, do not say: If I had only done such and such. Instead say: It is as Allah decreed and He does what He pleases. [Sahh Muslim]
"Rely On Allah, and Do Not Give Up..."
Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu 'alyhi wa sallam said: “Strive for what benefits you and rely on Allah, and do not give up. If something befalls you, do not say: ‘If I had only done such and such.’ Instead say: ‘It is as Allah decreed and He does what He pleases’.” [Sahh Muslim]
Footsteps in the Stillness of the Night
Sometimes, Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu alyhi wa sallam goes out at Tahajjud time to the home of his daughter Ftimah and his son-in-law `Al. He calls out to them: Will you not wake up and pray? `Al recalls to us one occasion when this happened:
Using Recording Devices to Spy on Family Members
Question: I have many brothers and sisters, so I use a telephone recording device to protect against wrongdoing and mischief. What do you think of this?
Does the Body Experience the Trial of the Grave, or Only the Soul?
When a person dies and is buried on the following day, does his soul remain suspended before the burial? What happens to it?