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This book is a translation of the original book entitled "Zakir Naik Answers to Non-Muslims' Common Questions about Islam”. Contains Dr. Zakir Naik's intelligent arguments that have amazed people and even made them convert to Islam. Zakir Naik is the founder and President of the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) which broadcasts a network of free TV channels, Peace TV from Mumbai, India.
The broadcast has even been watched by hundreds of millions of people from various European continents. In its February 2009 edition, the Indian Express listed “100 Most Powerful Indians 2009”. among one billion people of India Zakir Naik is ranked 82nd.
In this book, Dr. Zakir Naik's arguments are quite logical and easily understood by all groups, including religious scholars, academics, students, and even laypeople. The book consists of seven chapters, each with a specific theme.
Group photo of postgraduate students, ahead of Dr. Zakir Naik's event at Unida Gontor
In the section First This book addresses questions about faith. Some questions include: Do Muslims worship the Kaaba? In answering this question, Dr. Zakir Naik asserts that the Kaaba is the qibla, the direction Muslims face during prayer.
The most common misconception among non-Muslims is that Muslims worship the Kaaba. In fact, Muslims only face the Kaaba, not worship it. Muslims only worship and prostrate themselves to Allah. This is explained in Surah 1:1-13. Al-Baqarah verse 144. (Page 11)
Next, Dr. Zakir Naik explained the question: Why choose Islam? He answered this question by saying that Islam takes into account human nature and the complexity of human society. Islam is guidance from the Almighty Creator. For this reason, Islam is also called Dinul Fitrah (the religion of human nature). Islam is the best way of life because its teachings, not doctrinal rhetoric, but practical solutions to humanity's problems. (Page 24)
Meanwhile in the section Second This book answers questions about women, such as polygamy. In explaining the problem of polygamy, Dr. Zakir Naik said that the only holy book on earth that says "marry only one" is the Qur'an. The context of this phrase is in the letter An-Nisa' verse 3.
He then continued with Surah An-Nisa, verse 129, and concluded that polygamy is not a custom but rather an exception. Many people have the wrong perception about polygamy, believing that non-Muslims believe a Muslim is obliged to have more than one wife. (Page 47)
The moment when I asked Dr. Zakir Naik directly
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Part Third, Dr. Zakir Naik answers questions about food and drink. For example, regarding the prohibition of pork, he elaborates by providing references regarding pork consumption from the Quranic chapters. Al-Baqarah verse 173, Al-Maidah verse 3, Al-An'am verse 145 and An-Nahl verse 115. Pork meat is also haram in the Bible, it is stated in the book of Leviticus "Likewise pigs because they have split teeth, long-spaced hooves. And you must not eat them and you must not touch their carcasses (Priesthood 11:7-9). (Page 71)
Next in the section FourthDr. Zakir Naik addressed questions about terrorism and jihad. For example, was Islam spread by the sword? He provided a lengthy explanation of the perception that Islam was spread by the sword. Yet, the root word for Islam is "salam," meaning peace.
If Islam were a religion spread by the sword, it would not be possible for Islam to have billions of followers today. Dr. Zakir Naik also explained that this error of view was explained by the leading historian De Lacy O'Leary in “Islam at the Cross Road” page 8.
He further explained that wherever Islam exists, a peaceful civilization will be established. Consider when Islam ruled Spain, Egypt, India, East Africa, Indonesia, and Malaysia. No Muslim army would fight unless the enemy resisted. This is also explained in the Qur'an, Surah 1: Al-Baqarah verse 256. (Page 95)
Photo with Dr. Zakir Naik & Unida Gontor Chancellor Prof. Amal Fathullah Zarkasyi, MA
After the International Seminar
In contrast to the previous section, in this section Fifth In this episode, Dr. Zakir Naik answers questions about Muslims and non-Muslims. These questions include why non-Muslims are prohibited from entering Mecca and Medina. Dr. Zakir Naik explains that each country has its own unique set of rules. terms and conditions (condition).
If you are a non-Muslim and wish to visit an Islamic country, you must obtain a visa application for that country. For example, to obtain a visa to enter Mecca and Medina, you must: "There is no god but Muhammad and the Messenger of Allah" then please come to Mecca and Medina. (Page 107-108).
Questions related to Part Five also address the differences in Islamic sects. Islamic morality. Non-believers. Idols for concentration in worship. The name of God. The oldest religion, the name of Allah in the holy books of other religions. Islam does not cremate the dead. The call to prayer. Civil and criminal law. Are Rama and Krishna messengers of God? And are the Vedas a revelation of God?
Continued, in the section Sixth answer questions about the Qur'an. Such as the meaning Alif lam mim. To answer this question, Dr. Zakir Naik explained that letters or abbreviations like that and other abbreviations are called Al-Muqattat.
These are abbreviated letters. They sometimes appear alone, sometimes in combinations of two letters, and sometimes in combinations of three, four, or five letters. He then explained the opinions of scholars regarding these letters, such as those of commentators Ibn Kathir, Zamakhsari, and Ibn Taymiyyah. The essence of this argument is that they are a miracle of the Qur'an. (pp. 169-170)
And in the final section of this book, Dr. Zakir Naik answers questions about science. Is the Earth flat? This question is frequently asked by both Muslims and non-Muslims. Dr. Zakir Naik explains that the Quran repeatedly states that the Earth is round and flattened, not flat.
The explanation is in the surah Adz-Dzariyat verse 48 "We spread out the earth; then the best ones who spread it out are us", An-Naba' verses 6-7, Al-Ankabut verse 56 and “And the Earth after that was spread out” (An-Nazi'at verse 30). (Page 179-180).
Book signed by Dr. Zakir Naik's son, Fariq Naik
Dr. Zakir Naik's various explanations and answers are all consistent with references and understanding from the Quran and Hadith. Nothing is obscure or difficult for the human mind to digest. Everything is very clear and straightforward.
Equipped with a strong memorization of various holy books from several religious sects, besides memorizing the Qur'an, he also memorized the Bible (Old Testament and New Testament), Vedas, Tripitaka and several books such as authentic Bukhari and Muslim and several classic and contemporary books.
Book Title : Islam Vs Non-Islam Debate Author : DR. ZAKIR NAIK Publisher : AQWAM, Jembatan Ilmu Print : II, April 2016. Thickness : iii + 199 pages ISBN : 978-979-039-365-3 Thank you for stopping by, bro Hadi. Hope it's useful.
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