The Essential Koran

There is to be no compulsion in religion.
True direction is in fact distinct from error:
so whoever disbelieves in idols
and believes in God
has taken hold
of the most reliable handle,
which does not break.
For God is all-hearing and all-knowing.

Rumi is best known as a poet to the Western world, but he was also a Sunni Muslim Islamic Jurist, a theologian and sufi mystic. His works were written 13th century...

I've organized this religious jewelry by price: the most beautiful and expensive at the top (over $100), the more affordable and cheap rings and pendants to...

Following the example of Prophet Muhammad, Muslim men often wear silver rings. In fact, tradition dictates that they don't wear rings of any other metal. No...

Test your knowledge of Islam and it's prophet Muhammad. Do you know your Muslim trivia? Are you good at multiple choice? I've made you a 10 question...

Some of these items can be personalized - with your name in Arabic letters for instance. Others feature Allah or the Kaaba. I hope you enjoy my selection of...

Don't you love wearing a bit of silver and gold -that also expresses your Muslim faith? I've found you hamsa pendants, star and crescent rings, evil eye ...

Jalaladin Rumi was born in Wakhsh in Tajikistan on the 30th September 1207 to a family of learned Muslim theologians. Escaping the Mongol invasion and destruction,...

Islam and Christmas aren't as incompatible as they may sound to some of us. Millions of Muslims live in places where Christmas is celebrated and so do...

What's more important to us than Life? I would not know. These are some quotes of Jaladin Rumi, aka Mevlana, about this most important of issues to think ...

Islam prescribes modesty in clothing, so modest but beautiful clothing makes a great Eid gift for men and women. Contrary to what some people believe there is...

Children wait impatiently for Eid ul Fitr, as after a month of fasting and praying they are showered with presents. Clothes, Sweets, Games, Books, and more...

Decorating the house is an integral part of Eid ul Fitr celebrations. Quranic Verses and pictures of Kaaba are the most popular items used by devout Muslim...

The Hamsa is a sacred symbol of luck and health throughout the Middle East. This symbol unites Muslims and Jews in a common cultural heritage. On this page you...

Al Wadud - The Loving is one of the 99 names of Allah revealed in the Quran. This page aims to bring together a comprehensive collection of Valentine's Day...

Eid ul Fitr, also known as Id al Fitr, marks the end of Holy month of Ramadan/Ramzan. Muslims all over the world fast during the month of Ramadan - as prescribed...

India is, to me, one of the most fascinating countries in the world. The variety of peoples there, the variety of religions and philosophical perspectives,...

An Art Gift displays class and refinement. Art doesn't necessarily have to be expensive. There are tasteful reproductions, posters, and calendars which ...

Learning Arabic will help you gain a first hand understanding of the political, cultural, and economic situation in North Africa and West Asia. With over 28...

Coleman Barks (born 1937) is an American poet. Although he neither speaks nor reads Persian, he is nonetheless renowned as an interpreter of Rumi and other mystic...

This Lens is dedicated to Islamic Games for Eid ul Fitr. No doubt these games can be played all the year around with friends and family. However, kids of all...

Children usually receive Quran lessons in countries where Muslims are in a majority, or form a substantial part of the population. However, Religious education...

The choice of gadgets for Eid ul Fitr is impressive to say the least. It does make the task of choosing the best one for a particular recipient a bit tough....

Eid ul Fitr signals the end of an entire month of Fasting. What better way to celebrate the feast than by gifting your loved ones Gift Hampers and Gift baskets...

This is just what it says: a book with selected quotes from the Quran (aka Koran or Qu'ran) that just help lay people to get to know the world of Islam and...

Islam puts a lot of emphasis on Halal in all aspects of life. Be sure to check out the certifications and ingredients used in preparing a Food Gift before purchasing...