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Behind the Veil Holy Books

~ `~,~"~ The Quran ~"~,~' ~



The Quran, the last revealed word of God, is the primary source of every Muslim’s faith and practice. It deals with all the subjects which concern human beings: wisdom, doctrine, worship, transactions, law, etc., but its basic theme is the relationship between God and His creatures. At the same time, it provides guidelines and detailed teachings for a just society, proper human conduct, and an equitable economic system.
 * What Is the Quran About? **

Note that the Quran was revealed to Muhammad in Arabic only. So, any Quranic translation, either in English or any other language, is neither a Quran, nor a version of the Quran, but rather it is only a translation of the meaning of the Quran. The Quran exists only in the Arabic in which it was revealed.

**What Are the Five Pillars of Islam?** The Five Pillars of Islam are the framework of the Muslim life. They are the testimony of faith, prayer, giving zakat (support of the needy), fasting during the month of Ramadan, and the pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime for those who are able. 1) The Testimony of Faith: 2) Prayer:Muslims perform five prayers a day facing Mecca 3) Giving Zakat (Support of the Needy): 4) Fasting the Month of Ramadan 5) The Pilgrimage to Mecca

The Astrolabe: One of the most important scientific instruments developed by Muslims which was also used widely in the West until modern times.