For those asking what did God create? He created all these and more


If you reflect on this universe and its wonderful wisdoms, its strange creatures, its intricate design, its greatness and vastness, its complex composition, its creativity, renewal and inventiveness; if you look at the clear sky with all the stars and their constellations and consider the suns and the moons and their orbits; if you think of this earth with its plants, its produce, its minerals, its treasures, its elements and materials; if you look at the animal world and how it is wonderfully guided and inspired; indeed if you look at how man himself is made up, at his many systems, each of which performs a marvellous function; if you look at the world of the oceans and the wonders it contains; if you know the forces of the universe and their mysteries and laws such as electricity, magnetism, the ether, radium; then if you move from considering the nature and qualities of these worlds to the links and interrelationships amongst them and how each is related to the other very closely in such a way that they all constitute one global unit each part of which serves the other parts in the same way as an organ in a single body serves the other organs; if you do all that, you will, without needing evidence, arguments, revelation nor Qur’an, come out with a simple theoretical conclusion, namely: This universe has a Creator, Maker, Originator and this Maker must be great beyond what the feeble human mind can conceive.

Who else felt EY could have done a better job with the entire AC arrangement?
They should try and improve on the following areas
1. 30 people per session was way too much
2. The impulsive changes in allotted time for the different sections were somewhat unprofessional. It reeked of poor planning. One prepares for professional slide presentations according to the duration. And that can't be equated to 'working under pressure' as the recruitment team explained. Working under pressure had to do with constraints of time, resources and personnel relative to the anticipated result. That presentation was to be the result
3. How was teamwork (a core skill) being assessed for about 5-6 teams by just 4 persons? More staff could have been delegated to cover the group sessions
The interview sessions were rushed through as well.

I believe recruitment is the most important operation for the success of any company regardless of its size. A company is as good as the quality of its staff (I own businesses too).

It was reported that the Prophet Muhammed(Peace be upon him) said: 3 are the people for whom the pen is raised i.e their sins are not been recorded by the angels recording human's deeds. They are an insane person, someone who is asleep and a child until he/she attains maturity.


I know the OP is an atheist who posted this as a veiled ridicule to those of us that believe in God. But I am posting the above answers for all genuine seeker of truth.

We have turned the atheists debate inside out, yet they still hold on to science. Please answer me, What has Science ever created? Science only discovers what has already been created, Science modifies it or/and combines it with other created items to produce another form of a created item.
So who creates?
You might not call him God/Allah, but not admitting that there is a creator is pure deceit or delusion.











I testify that there is none worthy of worship but Allah, the Creator of all that exist. And I testify that Muhammed(Peace be upon him, is His Prophet and Messenger

It doesn't remove anything from me to believe in God

But to be frank why wont you believe in God

If you reflect on this universe and its wonderful wisdoms, its strange creatures, its intricate design, its greatness and vastness, its complex composition, its creativity, renewal and inventiveness; if you look at the clear sky with all the stars and their constellations and consider the suns and the moons and their orbits; if you think of this earth with its plants, its produce, its minerals, its treasures, its elements and materials; if you look at the animal world and how it is wonderfully guided and inspired; indeed if you look at how man himself is made up, at his many systems, each of which performs a marvellous function; if you look at the world of the oceans and the wonders it contains; if you know the forces of the universe and their mysteries and laws such as electricity, magnetism, the ether, radium; then if you move from considering the nature and qualities of these worlds to the links and interrelationships amongst them and how each is related to the other very closely in such a way that they all constitute one global unit each part of which serves the other parts in the same way as an organ in a single body serves the other organs; if you do all that, you will, without needing evidence, arguments, revelation nor Qur’an, come out with a simple theoretical conclusion, namely: This universe has a Creator, Maker, Originator and this Maker must be great beyond what the feeble human mind can conceive.

Great array of shine
illuminated the earth.

Beautiful blessed
and gifted since birth.

Sparkles of light
overcame the dark.

He set the standard.
Set the mark.

The Holy Qur'an naturally
flowed out his heart.

Nothing! Nor hardship
could tear it apart.

Soul so perfect with
heart so strong.

Sending light upon his
Ummah. Removing the wrong.

He is our role model who
shone our hearts with light.

Provided the teachings of
Islam that we implement even at night.

He had exceptional character.
So unique and kind.

He gave oceans of wealth to
charity and even the blind.

Subhan Allah our heart craves
to be like him.

His words spoke wisdom
during hardships when
things were dim.

Unlock your imagination
with the illuminating key of success.

Follow the Sunnah and strive
towards your Islamic Potential.
Eternal bless.

Time is essence.
He was super productive with time.

He repented to Allah daily.
What a shining dime.

Only one straight path leads to
Jannah. The As-sirat al-mustaqim.

He was the most compassionate
of mankind. Most loving and the most rahim.

Recite the Quran with Tajweed.
Meet him in Jannah so work
towards your dream.

May Allah at our last breath
make us die as a shaheed.

Shahadah we print on our soul.
The Hadith we read.

He cried tears as deep
as an ocean during Prayer
at night.

Making Sincere du`aa'.
As his feet swelled.
Begging for his Ummah to the Al-Might.

He was tortured and
deeply abused for his Ummah.

Still we neglect prayer,
neglect Islam, and neglect Jumu`ah.

He was an orphan.
Our Beloved. The Blessing To Mankind...

...If he saw the Ummah today.
What would he say? Would he mind?

The sweetness of jannah
is sweeter than the sweetness of our desires.

He spoke the truth, lead by example
and warned mankind of the fires.

Rose so blossomed. Rose so red.

Why?

Because it was watered with our tears.
Our soul craves for him. The Ummah he lead!

By Aaqib Ahmed

I can't fanthom why someone will believe that there is a God and still refuse to accept that Hell exists because God is Merciful.

We have to realise that God is both Merciful and Just. He upholds Justice. You think people like Adolf Hitler would be left to go scot free.

All these escapist mentality of 'if you don't talk about it, it wont affect you' wont help anyone.

The reality is that Hell exist just like Heaven exists.

My candid advice is for everyone to strive towards doing things that will save one from Hell like believing in the only true God, Allah, obeying His Commands and being of benefit to fellow men

As for those that still delude themselves about the non existence of a Creator even when they've never created a thing with their hands or brought anything into existence, I leave you with this words

Nay! You shall come to know!
Again, Nay! You shall come to know!
Nay! If you knew with a sure knowledge (the end result of piling up, you would not have occupied
yourselves in worldly things)
Verily, You shall see the blazing Fire (Hell)!
And again, you shall see it with certainty of sight!
Then, on that Day, you shall be asked about the delight (you indulged in, in this world)! [Quran 102 vs 3-8]

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@kazlaw2000. The emphasis is not on the emergence of leaders. The critical issue is on supporting other laws opposing that of Allah. According to the unanimous agreement by scholars, this is one of the 10 acts that keep one out of the fold of Islam.
We can only be in control when we are conscious of Allah and keeping to His Commands. That was how the Companions achieved success.
We've been involved in democracy for decades now. Do we have our say?

We vote, yet our sisters and daughters aren't allowed to wear hijab in schools
We can't display our Islamic identities in most offices
We are being systematically marginalised.

Do you think the situation will change if all the major leaders in Nigeria were Muslims?

We will only stop being humiliated when we fear Allah in our words, thoughts and actions.

Wa Allahu 'aalam

@AlBaqir, As Muslims, Allah's laws should be the only governing system for us. That is why we are Muslims.

The concept of what is good or bad should be in the context of Allah's laws. Only when the Shari'ah is silent on issues can we derive benefits and harms using our own principles.
Your argument for democracy having some benefit can be ascribed to alcohol as well.

The issue of Prophet Muhammed (S.A.W) participating in those communal activities was done before Allah sent him the Qur'an. We can't based our actions on that Is there any ruling in the Shari'ah that is based on pre-Islamic laws?

Yes Nigerian system recognises the Shari'ah. It also recognises other anti-Shari'ah systems and rulings in the Nigerian constitution as well. The person you elect is going to rule by all.

The fact that the Messenger strived for years to establish Islam doesn't mean we can't survive without laws of the kuffar. What we should seek is Allah's help and steadfastness to surmount all challenges from following His Commands

We do not need to establish Sharia before we can govern ourselves on these aspects based on the Fitrah of "what is good and what is bad."
- This your statement is quite scary and shouldn't be pronounced by Muslims. Please what determines good or bad if not Shariah?

All the verses you quoted only consolidated the reality. Supporting any legal system opposing that which Allah has revealed is disbelief.

May Allah save us from the evils of our desires and keep us firm on the Right Path

Beloved brother

Why not inform a dedicated and practising brother in your neighbour to always call or flash you when it is time for Solat. The person should also call you after Solah to ascertain that you have prayed if you are mosques apart.
Most importantly make dua'a

Assalam alaykum beloved brothers and sisters
I am sure most people reading this are eagerly waiting for tomorrow so that they can cast their votes, exercise their rights and most importantly drive out the corrupt leadership that has been the source of Fitnah for so long.
Those were my thoughts as well until I had a heart to heart discussion with a brother ( may Allah preserve him in goodness) 2 days ago about voting in a democratic system
Before then, I had read the fatwas of come prominent scholars and faqihs on voting and concluded that
1. I am doing this with a good intention,
2.I am picking the lesser of 2 'evils',
3. If we don't get involved, we would not have a say in governance and would eventually be overrun by the non Muslims in our land,
4. Everyone is doing it, even the highly revered scholars are supporting it. e.t.c

The basis of my stance on not voting is Surah 5 vs 44.

Indeed, We sent down the Torah, in which was guidance and light. The prophets who submitted [to Allah ] judged by it for the Jews, as did the rabbis and scholars by that with which they were entrusted of the Scripture of Allah , and they were witnesses thereto. So do not fear the people but fear Me, and do not exchange My verses for a small price. And whoever does not judge by what Allah has revealed - then it is those who are the disbelievers.

The emphasis shouldn't be on the voting process as such because some see it as just a selection process and there is not much difference with the Islmaic legislated Shura system.
The emphasis is on what the elected person is going to rule by

Whoever emerges as Nigerian president would definitely swear to defend and act upon the Nigerian constitution come the 29th of May.

Is ruling/ judging by the Nigerian constitution opposing to what is in the Quran?
Take a look at both books and their rulings on Robbery convicts, Interest, Marriage, Punishments for theft, adultery, rape etc. are they similar?

We might then be thinking, we are just voting them in and not the ones passing the judgements. But lets remember that those that support Kufr are not exempted from the act as well.

The bottom line is:
Being ruled by a non-Muslim (if Allah wills) that is corrupt and an Islamophobe is Fitnah (tribulation)
Supporting a Muslim to attain power and act on other than Allah's laws is Kufr(Disbelief).

Now ask yourself. Which is worse? Kufr or Fitnah?

For those that still think they are doing it with the right intention even if it is haram.
Can you steal to help someone or to finance a mosque project even if it is haram?

Lets try and overcome our desires and stand firm.

If death meets us at the polling booth, is it Jannah or Jahannam/


Then is it the judgement of [the time of] ignorance they desire? But who is better than Allah in judgement for a people who are certain [in faith] (5:50)

There is a problem with having benefit/harm as your criteria for deciding your actions. History tells us and the very nature of our perceptions tell us that what we consider beneficial today we may consider harmful tomorrow. We have to ask ourselves who decides what is good or bad for us.

The key reference to answer this question is in the quran where Allah says:

‘…and it may be that you dislike a thing which is good for you and that you like a thing which is bad for you. Allah knows but you do not know.’ (Surah Baqarah: 216)

As Muslims our criteria should simply be halal and haram. This gives us a certain level of stability as well as an objective and timeless base to work from. Partaking in a system of governance that does not recognise Allah as the sovereign legislator is haram. This is an aqeeda issue.

Even if your justifying it using the principle of choosing the lesser of two evils, the ulema have clarified this issue. It applies only if it is a life and death situation and when there are only two options. Even if these conditions are satisfied, you still have to hate it in your heart. The two evils (harams) in this context are partaking in a kuffar system and abstaining (which apparently means you’ve isolated yourself and rendered yourself inoperable in society). Can someone please explain how the current reality is a life and death situation? And what makes you think there are only two options available to achieve our objectives (whatever they may be)?

Can we not be active in society outside of the political system? Erm, well, the simple answer is yes, yes we can.

What about this argument that the ulama have come to a consensus that voting is permissible. Well, my question would be how exactly have you quantified that? Who are these exclusive set of ulamas? As far as I’m concerned this is a complete falsity as there are many ulema in the muslim world that say voting is haram. There is no consensus.

Even if the majority view it as permissible, we need to understand that we respect our scholars and place them on a lofty pedestal because they follow the wahi (revelation). Our reference is the revelation not the scholar. Scholars are fallible.

We have countless sects amongst the Muslims. Do you think these sects were started by layman? No, they were started by scholars – even the sects that have deviated. It’s like we’re living in an age where people are completely stricken by paralysis and have lost the capacity to think critically. Snap out of it!

Note to job seekers:
In answering this kind of question, there are 3 paths to make the right impression
1.) Take some time to think about this and start by defining both terms ( if you really know them). Blabbing or waffling will give the opposite undesired impression. Then give real life examples of each attribute.
Thereafter, give the reason why you prefer one to the other
2) Tell the interviewer that it is desirable to have both attributes
3) Admit to little difference between the two terms but promise to research more into them

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urchbarbie:
Amen! May we not experience it. Am currently in d north n I wld say majority of d sufferings of dese ppl r brought upon them by dier own folly. Am not denying d fact dat PEG has a hand in some vital issues dat could av settled dese war zones. These northerner are highly gullible individual. They allow dier religion rule them, yet we cry dat politics shldnt be sentimental. How can dese BH ppl be in ur area and u can't help urselves by either giving out relevant info to regain ur state/community

It is people like you that play God
Because you live in a peaceful place you can type that they are being attacked because they are gullible
Ask yourself, if you were a resident of Baga, Chibok or Gamboa what would you have done without presidential aid that could have prevented all these?
I would love to hear you answer

profjustine458:
Hahahhahahahahahahahah! I talk am say Persin
no feel dey water make soap enter his eyes! GEJ
is d Man!!!

It is so unfortunate that people don't consider the lives of their children and generations to come when wallowing in sentiments
Save these your rants and show them to your grandchildren that you were one of those that supported a president that tried withholding power by force

I am disappointed that this kind of overly sentimental, unfactual, misleading and mischievous post could make front page
IS THIS WHAT NAIRALAND IS ALL ABOUT?
Shame on those who dignified this post with publicity
Shame on the moderators as well

From the info, there are no openings presently in Exxonmobil
This is just a prototype of what is expected from applicants and the tasks they would be doing when employed.
All applications now are unsolicited. This means they might review the applications whenever there are needs.
BTW, there are other functions as well like HR, Health, Support, Procurement etc

Anyway, All the best guys

Come on ye gunners

My prayer is that may Allah grant understanding of Islam to those who sincerely desire to know. I feel that one of those may benefit from my clarifications
As for those that question just to make mockery of The Path to Success, then Allah alone is the All knowing and He is just
1) Meccans are not the only Arabs
2) There was no one living in Mecca before the arrival of Hajar ( Ismail's mum) & Ismail. The Zamzam fountain which Allah miraculously provided to quench Ismail's thirst was what brought people to Mecca as the place was formerly a dry desert unsuitable for human habitation
3) Prophets are sent to specific people/ nations. Abraham & Ismail were not sent to the people of Mecca
4) The people of Mecca had received no prophetic guidance before the time of Prophet Muhammed ( Upon whom be Peace)
5) Prophet Muhammed performed miracles and prophesies many of which have come/ are coming to past. ( a google search on this will suffice)
6) Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) was the only Messanger sent to the whole word

I hope this suffices

I am willing to clarify any further reasonable observation if I can

Peace

The annoying thing about all these foreign intelligence agencies is that they always make us feel like they know Nigeria more than us based on some interactions, perceptions and news.
What is much more annoying however is the fact that most Nigerians would still believe them hook, line and sinker even when they know the reality on ground is opposite of what is being proclaimed.
We all said we want Change and they are claiming we want power to return to the North and just being anti-jonathan.
Abeg, US and all other doom mongers, get your facts right before blowing your unnecessary trumpets

The Change we seek lies in the realisation that our daily individual actions and inactions will affect ourselves, families, Nigeria and coming generations positively or otherwise and although someone needs to be the choirmaster, we've all got to sing along.

GEJ must go!!!

Dhul Qarnain- Unique, strong character, just

Assalam alaykum
May Allah reward all those making efforts to ensure that the children she left behind get to live comfortably
Can those who are directly involved with knowledge of their ages, educational level and available relatives come up with a long term plan for their schooling, feeding and other needs.
With this we can have an estimate of what is required monthly and we can then solicit for regular donations from members. One can then personally earmark a constant monthly contribution ( maybe from N100 to millions)
In shaa Allah this will enhance the continuity of support for the kids and Sadaqatul Jaariyah for the donors

tebirim:
Though our parents introduced us to Christianity from small, i love it and that was the best decision they ever made... My religion is the best or right one because i feel secured in Christianity and as a Christian. If Jesus could die for me on the cross, Jesus then he deserves my worship and i bless God that Im a part of the Christian community.

And how did you come to the conclusion that others do not feel secure in their religion or that Jesus died for YOU?

The reality is that in order to answer the question, of which religion is the right one, we've got to think for ourselves based on available information.
We've got to think from the known to the unknown
If per adventure I find myself inside a moving train or a bus, which kind of questions would I ask myself? Why am I here? Where is this train going to? Where am I coming from? Who placed me here? What is expected of me?...
Everyone other thing would be insignificant until I find answers to these questions.
Unfortunately, we've all taken these life defining questions for granted. If we spend our entire lives seeking the reasons, essence and source of our existence, it would be worthwhile.
We end up depending on others for answers. Lets ask ourselves. Can we depend on another stranger's description when locating a new place. Then why depend on others for answers to these questions. It will be unacceptable if we agree with others' opinions on these hook, line and sinker without thinking through them thoroughly.
Read the Quran, Bible, Torah e.t.c and ask yourself some important questions:
Can Jesus be God?
After death what next?
Who is my Creator?
Why did He create me?

This OP's experience is a typical experience of 'live with them & not read about them' to judge them. The rest of the world, even some Muslims thinks the use of correct hijab is oppression, enslavement and debasement of the Muslim woman.
The pros of covering up are numerous whereas it has no cons. Health, moral, societal and spiritual benefits result from covering up for females.
The reality is that most people just follow the crowds, the CNN, Fox News, BBC etc of this world when passing judgements . They fail to realise that our Creator knows what is best for us.
Can someone just state one benefit of exposing one's body to the world?
Unfortunately, most people would never experience what the OP went through and would still cling on to their erroneous stereotype of hijab being barbaric.
I implore the OP to explore other aspects of Islam to realise its beauty
Cheers

The truth is very bitter! Thumbs up OP.

A person's intelligence is measured by the quality of their questions. If you know the answer to the question, how would that help your worldly or spiritual life? The OP just feels like wasting his/her and our time. The first commenter has answered perfectly, yet you keep rabble rousing.

Holy Quran 22:36
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وَٱلْبُدْنَ جَعَلْنَٰهَا لَكُم مِّن شَعَٰٓئِرِ ٱللَّهِ لَكُمْ فِيهَا خَيْرٌ ۖ فَٱذْكُرُوا۟ ٱسْمَ ٱللَّهِ عَلَيْهَا صَوَآفَّ ۖ فَإِذَا وَجَبَتْ جُنُوبُهَا فَكُلُوا۟ مِنْهَا وَأَطْعِمُوا۟ ٱلْقَانِعَ وَٱلْمُعْتَرَّ ۚ كَذَٰلِكَ سَخَّرْنَٰهَا لَكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَشْكُرُونَ

And the Budn (cows, oxen, or camels driven to be offered as sacrifices by the pilgrims at the sanctuary of Makkah.) We have made for you as among the Symbols of Allah, therein you have much good. So mention the Name of Allah over them when they are drawn up in lines (for sacrifice). Then, when they are down on their sides (after slaughter), eat thereof, and feed the beggar who does not ask (men), and the beggar who asks (men). Thus have We made them subject to you that you may be grateful. Holy Quran 22:37
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لَن يَنَالَ ٱللَّهَ لُحُومُهَا وَلَا دِمَآؤُهَا وَلَٰكِن يَنَالُهُ ٱلتَّقْوَىٰ مِنكُمْ ۚ كَذَٰلِكَ سَخَّرَهَا لَكُمْ لِتُكَبِّرُوا۟ ٱللَّهَ عَلَىٰ مَا هَدَىٰكُمْ ۗ وَبَشِّرِ ٱلْمُحْسِنِينَ

It is neither their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah, but it is piety from you that reaches Him. Thus have We made them subject to you that you may magnify Allah for His Guidance to you. And give glad tidings (O Muhammad SAW) to the Muhsinun (doers of good).

I appreciate you desire to learn. 1) 'Ram fight' is forbidden in Islam. We are enjoined to show mercy and kindness to animals. 2) The major significance of the ram is Sacrifice as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham ), who was ready to kill his only child in obedience to God's instructions. Thus we are to always obey God's commands regardless of how difficult they may seem. 3) By sharing the meat with our families, the poor and our neighbours, as instructed in the Quran, we are strengthening the bonds of kinship, helping the needy and also promoting communal unity and brotherhood.