Hi! I found this message board via Google, and hopefully I'll be able to learn a lot from you all.
I'm an American Jew who practices according to the "Maimonidean" traditions (most American and European Jews do not practice this way). I am aware of the vast and far-reaching impact Islam and Judaism have had on each other culturally and religiously; and as part of my own religious studies I regularly study the Qur'an (Bakhtiar translation) and the writings of Indries Shah, as well as the works of Arab-Jewish spiritualists.
I am conversant in Hebrew (which, btw, when pronounced correctly sounds very close to Arabic) and am trying to learn Arabic. I spoke with an individual at a local mosque who said that he may be able to put together a program for my girlfriend and me, but we'll see if that pans out.
As far as the whole situation in Israel is concerned, let me put my perspective simply: The land is God's. If Muslims wish to live on the land, then they must do so in accordance with the laws God has given them. If Jews wish to live on the land, then they must do so in accordance with the laws God has given them. A secular state that does not cherish or even respect the rights of its citizens, Jews and non-Jews alike, has no real legitimacy - it is only the threat of force and might that is behind its laws. This, from what I understand of Judaism, is anathema to the society envisioned and prescribed in the Tora.
If you have any questions about Judaism, please feel free to ask - I'm not easily offended at all, and I've been blessed with much time to pursue my rabbinic studies.
1) If you do not go after what you want, you will never have it
2) If you don't ask, the answer will always be no.
3) If you do not step forward, you'll always be in the same place
I wish you an enjoyable and beneficial stay, and may I also add that if you have any questions at all regarding Islam, please don't hesitate to ask!
Should I seek a source of law other than God, when it is He Who has sent down unto you the Book (Qur'an) fully explained? And those whom We have given them the Book know that it has been sent down from the Lord with truth, so be not of those in doubt.
Thank you! Should I post my questions here, or in another forum?
In general if its a general question, in advice and support if you need advice, in comparative religion if u wanna talk about Judaism and Islam...And so on and so forth
Welcome Ahl al-Dhikr
I hope you have an Awesome and a beneficial Time in here
Dont Hesitate if you have any questions
And as for the onewho fears standing in front of His Lord and restrainsthe soul from impure evil desires and lusts, verily, Paradise will be his abode [79:40-41]
Comparative Religion is Temporarily Closed Because of Ramadan
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And as for the onewho fears standing in front of His Lord and restrainsthe soul from impure evil desires and lusts, verily, Paradise will be his abode [79:40-41]
The first One means Wa Aleykum Salam ( Peace be upon you too)
The second one means Assalamu Aleykum ( Peace be upon you )
Someone Please correct me if its wrong
And as for the onewho fears standing in front of His Lord and restrainsthe soul from impure evil desires and lusts, verily, Paradise will be his abode [79:40-41]
Thank you! "Assalamu aleykum" - is this phrased in the plural?
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And as for the onewho fears standing in front of His Lord and restrainsthe soul from impure evil desires and lusts, verily, Paradise will be his abode [79:40-41]
The Full Form is like : As Salamu Aleikum Wa Rahmatul lahi Wa Barakatuh means peace, mercy and blessings from Allah be upon you
And as for the onewho fears standing in front of His Lord and restrainsthe soul from impure evil desires and lusts, verily, Paradise will be his abode [79:40-41]
The Full Form is like : As Salamu Aleikum Wa Rahmatul lahi Wa Barakatuh means peace, mercy and blessings from Allah be upon you
Ahhh very interesting. In Hebrew, we have the phrase:
"Shalom wu-berakhoth 'aleikhem," which means "peace and blessings [be] upon you." I wonder if it was shortened from a similar phrase?
Thank you all very much. I posted my first question (!) in the Qur'an forum...as I formulate more, I'll be sure to post 'em!
...actually, I do have another question: What do these two phrases mean?
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: And may peace be upon you (used usually to say bye).
: May peace be upon you - usually used to greet someone.
format_quote Originally Posted by Ahl al-Dhikr
Thank you! "Assalamu aleykum" - is this phrased in the plural?
No, it originated for old Arabic and this would be used to greet somebody important, or to show high respect (would be used with everyone, not just Kings etc.). Modern Arabic it would be seen as plural, but dating back to old Arabic it's singular, so we use it as singular.
Also, Guven, this is used to say and may peace be upon you too (used to greet someone back if they say ):
و عليكم السلام
format_quote Originally Posted by Ahl al-Dhikr
Ahhh very interesting. In Hebrew, we have the phrase:
"Shalom wu-berakhoth 'aleikhem," which means "peace and blessings [be] upon you." I wonder if it was shortened from a similar phrase?
I don't think so, Arabic and Hebrew are I'm sure two very different languages. Maybe someone who knows for sure can answer you on that one .
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Reason: Enlarged the Arabic.
Should I seek a source of law other than God, when it is He Who has sent down unto you the Book (Qur'an) fully explained? And those whom We have given them the Book know that it has been sent down from the Lord with truth, so be not of those in doubt.
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Should I seek a source of law other than God, when it is He Who has sent down unto you the Book (Qur'an) fully explained? And those whom We have given them the Book know that it has been sent down from the Lord with truth, so be not of those in doubt.
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