The Islamic Guidebook

Introduction Shirk is a fundamental concept in Islam, representing a concept that every Muslim should be well-acquainted with. It is the opposite of Tawheed, which is the belief in the absolute oneness of Allah (God) and is considered the core principle of Islamic theology. In this article, we will delve into the meaning of Shirk according to the Quran and Hadith, with references to authoritative Islamic sources. Literal Meaning of "Shirk" The literal meaning of the Arabic word "Shirk" is "partnership" or "association." In the context of Islamic theology, it refers to the act of associating partners or equals with Allah (God). Shirk is the opposite of Tawheed, which is the belief in the absolute oneness of Allah.  So, in a broader sense, Shirk signifies the act of attributing divine qualities, worship, or authority to anyone or anything other than Allah in a way that implies they are equals or partners with Him. What is Shirk in Islam? Shirk, in ...

Narrated by Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "Avoid the seven great destructive sins." People asked, "What are they?" He said, "To join others in worship along with Allah, to practice sorcery, to kill the life which Allah has forbidden except for a just cause, (according to Islamic law), to eat up usury (Riba), to eat up an orphan's wealth, to give back to the enemy and fleeing from the battlefield at the time of fighting, and to accuse, chaste women, who never even think of anything touching chastity and are good believers" (Bukhari). In Islam, the concept of sin plays a significant role in shaping the moral and ethical framework that guides the lives of Muslims. While there are many actions and behaviors that are considered sinful, there are seven major sins, often referred to as "Al-Kaba'ir" or "The Seven Deadly Sins of Islam," which are particularly grave and are bel...