Is the Sunnah a Form of Revelation?
Who are the Zaydis and how do they differ from Twelver Shia? Discover their origins, the betrayal at Kufa, and why that moment gave birth to…
Was the Prophet Sent Only to Deliver the Qur’an?
The Quraniyoon claim the Prophet's only role was to deliver the Quran. Two Quranic verses and the chaos within their own movement prove otherwise.
Efforts in Countering Hadith Fabrication
How did Muslim scholars protect the hadith from fabrication? A detailed look at the isnad, ilm ar-rijaal and the methods used to detect forged…
The Prophet’s Marriage to Young Aishah
Was the Prophet's marriage to Aishah unusual for his time? A historical examination of Jewish, Christian and European marriage practices…
Shariah Courts: The Myth and the Reality
Jewish Beth Din courts have operated in the UK for centuries with full legal recognition. So why the hysteria about Sharia courts?
Did the Khilafah End in 1924?
Some groups claim the Khilafah ended in 1924 and claim to be working to revive it. Read what the Prophet actually said, and what the Ottoman…
A brief history of Sufism
Where did Sufism come from? This article traces its origins in Christian monasticism, its early development and the doctrines Sunni scholars rejected.
Ghadir Khumm: An Orientalist Perspective
Did the Prophet designate Ali as his successor at Ghadir Khumm? Western scholars Dakake and Veccia examine the hadith and reach a surprising…