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VOLUME ONE
THE ESSENCE OF ISLAM
“The Essence of Islam” presents a unique and compelling framework for understanding the multifaceted nature of the Islamic faith, emphasizing a holistic approach to the Quran and its profound implications for human existence. Through a meticulous exploration of the concept of God, the Quran, the Five Pillars, and righteous living, Mirza illuminates Islam as a religion of profound clarity, order, and precision, challenging common misconceptions and promoting a balanced approach to faith and life.
VOLUME TWO
THE BIBLICAL PROPHETS IN THE QURAN
The second volume of this series contains all Quranic quotes that refer to the Prophets before Prophet Muhammad, including the prophets of the Old and New Testaments. The Prophet Muhammad was not Islam’s founder. He did not start a new religion. In most stories in the Quran, the emphasis is on the continuation of divine revelations throughout humanity’s moral history. The following are all the Prophets mentioned in the Quran: 1. Adam, 2. Idris (Enoch), 3. Nuh (Noah), 4. Hud (Eber), 5. Salih (Salah), 6. Ibrahim (Abraham), 7. Lut (Lot), 8. Ismail (Ishmael), 9. Ishaq (Isaac), 10. Yaqub (Jacob), 11. Yusuf (Joseph), 12. Ayub (Job), 13. Shuayb (Jethro), 14. Musa (Moses), 15. Harun (Aaron), 16. Daud (David), 17. Sulayman (Solomon), 18. Yunus (Jonah), 19. Ilyas (Elijah), 20. Al-yasa (Elisha), 21. Zakariya (Zachariah), 22. Yahya (John), 23. Isa (Jesus), 24. Muhammad (peace be upon him)
VOLUME THREE
PRE-ISLAMIC ARABIAN PROPHETS
AND THE FINAL PROPHET MUHAMMAD
THE MECCA PERIOD (610-622)
Volume 3, “Mecca Period (610–622),” focuses explicitly on pre-Islamic Arabian prophets such as Hud, Salih, Ishmael, Shuayb, and Job, as well as the early ministry of Prophet Muhammad in Mecca. This volume explores the historical context of Mecca, including the Quraysh tribe and events surrounding Muhammad’s birth, early revelations, and the severe persecution faced by early Muslims. It also discusses the theological concepts of “kafirs” (deniers of truth) and the distinction between polytheism and monotheism, detailing the Quranic responses to objections against its message and the Prophet.
VOLUME FOUR
HIJRAH
MEDINA PERIOD (623-632)
The book covers various topics, including the Hijrah (migration to Medina), the establishment of the first Islamic state, the Constitution of Medina, and its subsequent impacts. It also delves into the characteristics of “true believers” and “hypocrites” within Islam, examining their definitions, origins, and how to deal with them. A significant portion of the book is dedicated to the Jews of Medina, discussing their history, opposition to the Prophet Muhammad, and the Quranic rebuttals to Jewish polemics regarding concepts like “God’s chosen people” and the authenticity of the Quran. The document also addresses the importance of unity among monotheists, the divine law of diversity, common beliefs shared by Jews, Christians, and Muslims, and the dangers of sectarianism. Finally, it examines Prophet Muhammad’s marriages, their socio-political contexts, and highlights his final sermon and tributes from famous non-Muslims.
VOLUME FIVE
JIHAD
This book is volume five of a seven-volume series that aims to explain the concept of war and peace in the Quran and detail the battles fought by the Prophet Muhammad against the pagan Arabs and Jews of Arabia. The book argues that the term “Jihad” has been deliberately distorted by both Muslims and non-Muslims, often erroneously translated as “holy war.” Islam sanctions the use of force only in self-defense, for religious freedom, or to punish murder, emphasizing that killing is never “holy.” The book urges readers to understand verses within their broader context to avoid misinterpretation. The author also challenges some widely accepted historical narratives, particularly regarding the Jewish tribes of Medina, citing inconsistencies and a lack of Quranic support. He advocates for peaceful proselytization of Islam, stating that there is no documentation of forced conversions during the Prophet Muhammad’s lifetime or under the first four Caliphs.
Book Structure and Contents
The book is divided into three main parts:
Part 1: The General Concepts of Jihad: This section defines and classifies jihad, explaining it as a human struggle to promote what is right and prevent what is wrong, with an emphasis on upholding and defending justice. It clarifies that jihad is not solely “holy war” and that taking human life is never holy in the Quran, except as an exception in self-defense, for religious freedom, or as punishment for murder. The book distinguishes between internal jihad (self-purification) and external jihad (pacifism, patience, written and spoken jihad, and force as a last resort).
Part 2: Battles Against Pagans and Jews of Arabia: This part details specific historical conflicts: the Battle of Badr (624 CE), the Battle of Uhud (625 CE), the Battle of the Trench (627 CE), and the conquest of Mecca (630 CE). It also examines controversial events such as the expulsion of Banu Qaynuqa and the massacre of Banu Qurayzah, questioning their authenticity based on Quranic principles and historical inconsistencies. The section further discusses the Peace Treaty of Hudaybiyyah (628 CE), the Battle of Mutah (629 CE), the Battle of Hunayn, the Siege of Taif (630 CE), the war against the Jews of Khaybar, and the Campaign of Tabuk (631 CE). The book also explores the conquests of the Persian and Byzantine Empires and the spread of Islam.
Part 3: The Biblical Concept of War: This final part draws comparisons between the Quranic concept of war and the biblical narratives, highlighting instances of massacres attributed to Jews in the Old Testament and ruthless killings by followers of the Bible and communism. The author argues that the Bible contains significantly more explicit violence than the Quran when verses are taken out of context.
VOLUME SIX
QURAN:
THE FOUNTAINHEAD OF ISLAMIC LAW (SHARIA)
The book comprehensively covers various aspects of Islamic law, Sharia, and its underlying principles. It differentiates between Sharia (divine and unquestionable) and Fiqh (man-made jurisprudence, subject to interpretation and change). Key themes include freedoms and their limits (predestination vs. free will, religious freedom, freedom of thought and speech), individual rights (privacy, protection from slander, abolition of slavery, and racial equality), and family laws (marriage, divorce, gender equality, and family planning).
Furthermore, the volume delves into criminal laws, emphasizing concepts of punishment, the importance of evidence, and the preference for forgiveness and restitution. It also explores “compassionate capitalism,” discussing earning through honest means, wealth as a test, and the principles of charity and usury. Finally, the book addresses governance, advocating for Islamic democracy, mutual consultation, and justice for all, while condemning tyranny and oppression. The author aims to highlight Islam’s potential to foster a just and moral society, contrasting it with the perceived social challenges of secular societies.
Volume seven
DESCRIPTION OF AFTERLIFE
This volume focuses on the afterlife, including death, the Last Hour, resurrection, Judgment Day, Hell, and Heaven. Death is not an end but the beginning of a new journey for the soul, liberated from bodily limitations, to enter the realm of eternity. The Quran emphasizes that life in this world and the hereafter are two stages of a continuous existence. Angels of death are sent to gather souls, and individuals are helpless against its certainty.
The Last Hour signifies the end of the world, which is not an annihilation but a fundamental, cataclysmic transformation of the physical universe. All living things will perish, emphasizing God’s sole existence.
The Day of Resurrection, also known as Judgment Day, is when all humans will be resurrected and brought forth for judgment. The Quran highlights that this re-creation is easy for God.
After resurrection, humanity will be gathered for the final judgment, divided into three main groups based on their deeds.
- Unrepentant Sinners: Those who abused their free will, defied God’s commandments, and showed no remorse for their wrongdoings. They will face punishment according to the severity of their sins.
- Sinners who Attained Righteousness: Individuals who committed sins but humbled themselves through sincere repentance and mended their ways. They will undergo a lighter accounting before entering Paradise.
- The Foremost Among the Righteous: This group comprises God’s prophets and holy individuals who excelled in faith and good deeds, entering Paradise without requiring formal accounting.
Hell is depicted as a place of immense suffering, with graphic descriptions of fire, molten metal, and choking food. It is the consequence of one’s actions and moral choices in earthly life.
Paradise is described as an infinite garden with running waters, abundant fruits, and a perfect environment of ease.
Introduction To Islam
With this book, a Muslim will explain Islam to non-Muslims. The ideas expressed are not my interpretation of Islam but are taken directly from the Quran, Islam’s holy book, or the Prophet’s Traditions, Muhammad’s clarifications. In this book, I will present direct quotes from the Quran about the subjects under discussion. I am not an academic outsider analyzing another culture’s religion. I was born into a Muslim family, and I have devoted most of my life to studying and understanding the Quran. This volume’s purpose is not to convert you or preach to you. It aims is to inform non-Muslims about real Islam. It would be a mistake to judge Islam from today’s Muslims’ behavior, as many of us have departed from the Quran’s spirit. My only plea to readers is not to prejudge and instead to temporarily suspend their biases. You will find answers to questions such as the origin of Islam, five articles of faith and five pillars, Big bang and the origin of the universe, the evolution of life, Shariah, women’s rights, early Islamic history, battles, jihad, and terrorism, and much more.