Islamic finance has developed into an important part of the modern financial system, offering Muslims an alternative to conventional interest-based banking. At the heart of Islamic banking is the principle that financial transactions should comply with the teachings of Shariah and avoid prohibited elements such as Riba (interest), excessive uncertainty, and impermissible commercial activities. The […]
How to Build an Islamic Home Library
A good Islamic home library does not need to contain hundreds of books from the beginning. A smaller collection selected according to the needs of the family can often be more useful than a large library that lacks structure. A practical starting point is the Holy Qur’an. Alongside the Arabic text, families may keep a […]
Books by Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani: Qur’an, Tafsir and Islamic Economics
The writings of Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani cover a broad range of Islamic subjects. Readers may encounter his works while studying Qur’anic translation and explanation, Islamic jurisprudence, contemporary financial matters and Islamic economic principles. For Qur’anic study, one important work is Aasan Tarjuma-e-Qur’an, prepared for Urdu readers who want to understand the meanings of the […]
Ma’ariful Qur’an: A Comprehensive Commentary of the Holy Qur’an
Ma’ariful Qur’an is a comprehensive Tafsir associated with the scholarship of Mufti Muhammad Shafi Usmani. It provides explanation of Qur’anic verses together with discussions that help readers understand the teachings of the Qur’an in greater depth. Unlike a simple translation, Tafsir attempts to explain the meanings, background and implications of Qur’anic passages. For this reason, […]
How to Choose the Right Qur’an Translation and Tafsir
Reading the Holy Qur’an with understanding is an important part of developing a deeper connection with its message. For readers who do not understand Arabic sufficiently, a reliable translation provides access to the basic meanings of the Qur’anic text, while Tafsir offers greater explanation, context and scholarly discussion. However, not every reader requires the same […]