Muslims Forum For Peace

Marriage in Islam is not only a legal contract but also a sacred bond that carries spiritual, moral, and social responsibilities. The topic of interfaith marriage—marriages between Muslims and non-Muslims—has long been the subject of scholarly discussion and jurisprudential deliberation. To address ...

One of the most enduring misconceptions about Islam is the claim that it permits or even encourages forced conversions. This notion has been widely circulated throughout history, often rooted in misinformation or political agendas. However, a thorough examination of Islamic teachings, the life of ...

The question of whether Islam spread through wars or mercy has often been a topic of debate and misunderstanding. A deeper look into Islamic history, the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and the conduct of his companions reveals a clear and consistent pattern: Islam primarily spread through mercy ...

These ten companions are collectively known as Ashra Mubashsharah because the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ explicitly mentioned them as guaranteed Paradise in various authentic Hadiths (e.g., Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Musnad Ahmad). They are celebrated not only for their unwavering faith but also for their exemplary ...

Early Life and Background

Khalid ibn al-Walid (رضي الله عنه) was born around 592 CE in Makkah, into the prominent Banu Makhzum clan of the Quraysh tribe.. His family was known for its military prowess and leadership, and Khalid inherited these traits from a young age. His father, al-Walid ibn al ...

Early Life and Noble Lineage

Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (رضي الله عنها) was born around 555 CE in the city of Makkah into the prestigious Qurayshi tribe of Banu Asad. Her father, Khuwaylid ibn Asad, was a respected leader and a successful merchant, while her mother belonged to a noble lineage as ...

Early Life and Noble Lineage

Ayesha bint Abu Bakr (رضي الله عنها) was born in Makkah in 613 CE, around five years after the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ began receiving revelation. She was the daughter of Abu Bakr al-Siddiq (RA), the Prophet’s closest companion and the first Caliph of Islam. Her mother ...

Early Life and Background

Imam Mālik ibn Anas ibn Mālik ibn Abī ‘Āmir al-Asbaḥī was born in 93 AH (711 CE) in the blessed city of Madinah, during the time of the Umayyad Caliphate. He belonged to a noble Yemeni tribe, Al-Asbah, and came from a family devoted to Islamic scholarship. His ...

Early Life and Background

Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal, a highly esteemed figure in Islamic history, was born in Baghdad in 164 AH (780 CE), during the era of the Abbasid Caliphate. His complete name was Ahmad ibn Muhammad ibn Hanbal al-Shaybani. His lineage traces back to the Arab tribe of Shayban, and ...

Early Life and Background

Imam al-Shafi‘i, whose full name was Muhammad ibn Idris ibn al-‘Abbas ibn Uthman ibn Shafi‘, was born in Gaza, Palestine, in the year 150 AH (767 CE). Interestingly, this was the same year that Imam Abu Hanifa passed away. Imam Abu Hanifa passed away. He came from the ...