Over a period of time, I have come to see the world from a viewpoint that may be unique. Thus, I am sharing them and hoping to stimulate a debate.
Does it really matter if my name was Naushad, Daniel, Jyoti or Xi? Why does it matter if I were a doctor, an aalim, a political analyst or a social commentator? Maybe it matters. You will know me if you were to join me on a journey.
Our young and the old, the inheritors and the reverts are sometimes concerned about inconsistencies and contradictions in their Muslim environs. To the young, I will aim to give you concepts. To the old, I shall share ideas. I do not propose to have all the answers; though I am keen to find some.
Given we are mostly illiterate today, please do not expect huge changes in a short period of time. Do something useful.
If you are a non-Muslim, you are welcome to have insights too. The 21st century will be unique for all old cultures and religions – each challenged in its own ways: with difficulties and opportunities ahead. Hope you too can banish contradictions in your faith.
Updates
I will update my articles, mostly for relevance and up to date information. So the contents may change regularly. This work of mine and the details here are ‘work in progress’. The concepts presented, I pray, will be timeless.
Use of Wikipedia
I have used Wikipedia for many of my references. Though not the best source, it is easily accessible. Though not the most Muslim-friendly, in keeping with the times, it often provides the information one seeks.
I suggest you do not trust me, nor should you anyone. Use any source of information, connect that to your god-given brain, and demand truth and consistency; then you will have achieved a better all-round/360-degree knowledge. With experience, you see wisdom working in unique ways.
If you find holes in Islam or in your faith, leave it; search for a better one. And, if you find consistency and truthfulness in what you believe, work on it, and with it, to better yourself and the world.
Salaam.
6th Ramadan 2014
