Taaraf Ala al-Islam

Taaraf Ala al-Islam (Get to Know Islam) is an introductory work by the contemporary Islamic researcher Dr. Munqidh al-Saqqar, written to present the core principles, beliefs, and ethics of Islam to non-Muslim readers and seekers of truth Taaraf Ala al-Islam+1.

Purpose and Approach

The author dedicated the book as a gift to non-Muslim truth-seekers, framing it as a direct introduction to the religion rather than purely a polemical rebuttal Taaraf Ala al-Islam+1. Al-Saqqar emphasizes that the core message of all divine prophets throughout history was fundamentally one: calling humanity to monotheism, the worship of God alone, and moral virtue Taaraf Ala al-Islam+1. He presents Islam as the final and universal divine message, noting that its name is not derived from a person or a geographic region, but signifies submission and obedience to God alone Taaraf Ala al-Islam+1.

To explain the structure of the faith, the book uses the famous Hadith of Gabriel as an organizing framework to outline the three descending levels of the religion: Islam (the outward acts of worship), Iman (faith and inward convictions), and Ihsan (spiritual excellence) Taaraf Ala al-Islam.

Structure and Content

The work explores the following primary themes:

• The Foundations and Pillars of the Faith: Drawing on foundational scriptural texts, the book outlines the five pillars of Islam—the two testimonies of faith, prayer, obligatory charity (zakat), fasting Ramadan, and pilgrimage (hajj)—alongside the articles of faith and the concept of Ihsan (worshipping God as though one sees Him) Taaraf Ala al-Islam+1.
• The Unity of Prophethood: Al-Saqqar traces Quranic narratives concerning preceding prophets—including Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Jacob, Moses, and Jesus—to illustrate the historical continuity of the monotheistic call Taaraf Ala al-Islam+1.
• Responses to Common Misconceptions: A dedicated section addresses widespread criticisms and media representations of Islam Taaraf Ala al-Islam. In "Islam and Women," the author defends women's spiritual and legal standing, arguing that Islam established fundamental equality between men and women in human dignity and devotional duties, and quotes the French scholar Marcel Boisard from his work L'humanisme de l'Islam in affirmation of Islamic protections for women's rights Taaraf Ala al-Islam+1. In "Islam and Terrorism," the author refutes allegations connecting the faith to violence and hatred, presenting the Prophet Muhammad as a mercy sent to all creation Taaraf Ala al-Islam.