The question of Halal and Haram has been very important and of major concern in all religions. Islam has emphasized on it and has laid down the stress on adopting Halal and prohibiting from Haram. In the contemporary age which is of standardization and processing, the standardization of foods on the basis of Halal and haram is also adopted by Muslim and non-Muslim countries. In Pakistan Halal certification for food is also working and Malaysian Halal authorities has a key role in establishing the HALAL authority. Before the establishment of Pakistan Halal authority, Malaysian authorities has also issued HALAL certificates to many food companies of the Pakistan as Engro, Rafhan and Shan Foods on the basis of MS 1500 (Malaysian Halal standard for Food). In Pakistan the working on Halal standards started somewhat late in 2016 by the name of Pakistan Standard and Quality Control Authority with the help of JAKIM (Halal Standard institution of Malaysia). Pakistan Halal authority issues Halal certificate with to food companies and food items by the title of PS 3733. This authority has defined hierarchy of official’s food scientists, Muslim Jurists and others to issue HALAL certificates without any hurdle and transparently. This article provides an insight into the background of establishment of HALAL authority in Pakistan, procedure of providing HALAL certification and others.
It is a religious duty for every Muslim to have faith in and abide by the teachings of the final Prophet, honoring him both as a Prophet and as the guiding authority of Islamic principles. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is held in the highest regard, and his teachings shall be upheld until the Day of Judgment. No one can challenge the noble characteristics and attributes of the Prophet, and any form of disrespect towards him is considered blasphemous. Being the Prophet of Islam, he is an integral part of the foundations of Islamic law. Muslim nations have also enshrined his position as the Prophet, guide, and leader in their constitutions, laws, and regulations. Violating this respect is a breach of the country's laws, and those found guilty of insulting him will face legal consequences. Pakistan has taken measures to ensure that no one challenges the Prophet's status or tolerates any act of insult towards him. Various individuals have worked towards this cause. Within this context, an assessment is being made regarding the Act that deals with instances of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) during specific periods in Pakistan.
Dr. Hameed Ullah has a great name in Hadith, Jurisprudence and Law and is the author of many books. According to him, the most important principle of Islamic jurisprudence and Islamic law is ijtihad, because only on the basis of ijtihad, the challenges of the present age and the times to come can be faced. According to him, the door of ijtihad has never been closed nor can it be in the future, rather, they consider ijtihad as the principle of life for Islamic law. They present examples of ijtihad from the companions. However, he does not give the right of ijtihad to everyone, rather he says that the right of ijtihad belongs to experts and jurists in Islamic jurisprudence. If there is a difference between them, there is no problem, in case of disagreement, priority will be given to the opinion of the majority. But in another place, it is understood from his own words that he gives the right of ijtihad to everyone. He was convinced of tajazzu ul ijtihad. This means that a person who is an expert in that field will have the right to Ijtihad. Even a mujtahid can do ijtihad in only one issue. He who knows the department to which he is affiliated can do ijtihad in that department. He was also convinced of the ijtihad of parliament. According to him, ijtihad can be done individually or collectively, if this ijtihad is accepted, then it is correct, otherwise the majority opinion of the parliament will be implemented. He consider the Qur'an as the first source of Islamic law. While in other sources, Hadith and Sunnah, Ijtihad, Ijmaa aka the first shariats also consider Isthisan and Istislah as sources.
In his book "Tafseer Maarif ul-Qur'an," Maulana Muhammad Idrees Kandhalvi describes how the Qibla, or the direction of prayer, underwent a considerable alteration in the second year after the migration to Madinah. Muslims first offered their prayers toward Bayt al-Maqdis in Jerusalem for more than 13 years in Makkah and for around 17 months in Madinah. The Kaaba was chosen as the last Qibla. Maulana Kandhalvi also describes its fundamental spiritual importance as the center of the earth. This alteration is related to the Night of Mairaaj, during which the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, ascended into the heavens and received the title "Nabi al-Qiblatin." In obedience to a divine command, Muslims momentarily worshiped towards Bayt al-Maqdis, although the Kaaba continued to be the most important Qibla, signifying the highest spiritual significance on Earth.
This article is about the compilation of Qur’an in written form which was started at the time of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and then it was continued to the period of his successor caliphs. The article explains that Qur’an was compiled by the Holy Prophet (pbuh) himself with the help of some companions who were called Katibeen-e-Wahi. Later on, it was compiled in the period of first caliph Hazrat Abu Bakar (r.a.) but it was not distributed to anyone. At the time of Hazrat Usman (r.a.) the Qur’an was compiled again in book form and then copied and distributed to different cities to compare them with the copy of Qur’an in the hands of people. Another Qur’an was compiled by Hazrat Ali(a.s.) by himself and it was also showed to Hazrat Abu Bakar (r.a.). Writers of this article believes that the process writing of Qur’an has been continued for centuries in different fonts and scripts
Shaishta Fakhri's novel 'Nadidah Baharon Kay Nashan' delves into societal norms affecting women, highlighting their unfair treatment due to men's selfish actions. She shines a light on the way things are in society and how it leads to the unfair treatment of women. She shows how women often find themselves in difficult situations because of the selfish and cruel actions of men. In Islam, if a woman has been divorced properly, she can't be forced to marry her ex-husband again in the future. The idea of Halala (remarrying an ex-husband) means that a woman is starting a new chapter in her married life, and this can only happen if she agrees to it. So, it's not required for a woman to go back to her ex-husband after a divorce. In this novel, it challenges this idea, and the woman in the story decides to live her life independently, without relying on a man. She chooses not to go through the process of marriage again. The novel tells us that the Halala can deeply hurt a woman's self-esteem. That's why she decides not to give the man another chance to hurt her.
The writer through lights on” Acts of approach, Hope and Initiation in the Sunnan Abi Dawood” This article related to Sunnah is the main source of Islamic legislation, so it is necessary to know the noble hadiths. Engaging in the science of hadith is a narration and know-how from the closest relatives of God Almighty and the best of deeds in order to reach the high ranks and the Sunnah. The book of God has been revealed to it as God Almighty said (and what is uttered from desires is nothing but a revelation. I chose this topic because I like to understand the meanings of the noble hadith, as well as I like to learn about the actions of approach, hope, and initiation of the Sunnahs of Abi Dawood. First, the scientific material from the hadiths was collected through careful tracking and complete stability, then the texts of the hadiths were collected in which the actions were approaching, hope and initiation in terms of behavior.
This article unveils the magnetic charisma of Islam, offering a multifaceted exploration into the allure and impact of Muslim culture and society. It begins by providing a brief overview of Islam as a major world religion, its historical roots, and its contributions during the Golden Age of Islam. The article delves into the pillars of Islamic culture, highlighting the significance of faith, spirituality, and the Five Pillars of Islam, as well as the joyous celebrations and festivals that shape Muslim culture. It further examines the diversity within Muslim society, including its global reach across continents and the rich tapestry of customs, traditions, and cuisines that define different Muslim cultures.The article emphasizes the role of Muslim women, their diverse roles, and their contributions to education, activism, and positive change in their communities and beyond. Challenges and opportunities for Muslim culture are addressed, including the impact of modernization, globalization, and Islamophobia. Despite these challenges, the article underscores the resilience of Islamic culture, its ability to preserve identity while adapting to changing times, and its positive influence on interfaith understanding and cooperation.