The Qur’an is presented by most Muslims as the infallible, eternal word of Allah, revealed to Prophet Muhammad over a period of 23 years. It is claimed to possess perfect consistency and divine origin, free from human error. However, with all due respect, such claims invite
Read MoreYou’ve probably seen a shooting star at night, a bright streak zooming across the sky. Pretty cool, right? But here’s the thing: they’re not actually stars. Science tells us that shooting stars are meteors, small rocks or bits of space debris (called asteroids) that orbit the
Read MoreAccording to Islamic teachings, lying and deception are considered permissible in certain circumstances, such as during war with non‑believers, for protecting Islamic interests, or for propagating Islam. It is important to clarify that this does not mean all Muslims practice or endorse dishonesty. Many Muslims live
Read MoreAccording to Islamic sources, the Kaaba has moved on multiple occasions: First occasion: Ibn Arabi (d. 1240), often referred to as Shaykh al-Akbar, was a major Sufi philosopher and mystic. Hazrat Iban writes in his famous work “Futuhat al-Makkiyah” (Meccan Revelations) that he saw the Kaaba rise
Read MoreAdvait-Vedanta is a philosophy that was first articulated based on the Upanishads by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century CE. Gurmat is the word for the philosophy and theology introduced by Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. There are key, significant differences between how Gurmat articulates the
Read MoreEvery year during Bakra Eid (Eid al-Adha), millions of goats, cows, sheep, and other animals are slaughtered by Muslims across the world. This ritual is believed to honor the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who, according to Islamic tradition, was commanded by God to sacrifice his
Read MoreMany people believe that the Quran is a perfect book from God with no mistakes at all. But when we take a closer look at the math in the inheritance rules, something strange happens. The Quran: Surah An-Nisa (Chapter 4), verses 11 and 12 give exact
Read MoreSri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first human form of the Eternal Guru on earth through whom Sikhi was revealed as a clear and distinct path, is often misunderstood in relation to his beliefs. Some claim that he followed Islam, but this is a misconception. In
Read MoreIn religious teachings on women’s attire, Sikhi and Islam differ profoundly. Islam, based on the Quran, imposes strict dress codes on women, requiring them to veil themselves as a means of controlling men’s lust. Surah An‑Nur (24:31) places the burden on women to conceal their bodies,
Read MoreThe quest for divine truth often leads humanity to sacred scriptures, texts revered as the eternal voice of God. Among these, the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and the Bible stand as monumental guides for Sikhs and Christians, respectively. Yet, when scrutinized for authenticity, preservation, and
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