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Purpose & meaning
What does Islam teach about the purpose of life?
The Qur'an presents life as purposeful: knowing God, acting well and caring for the world.
Lesson: The Purpose of Life in Islam 15 min
How can we practise gratitude?
Gratitude lives in the heart, on the tongue and in how we use what we are given.
Lesson: Gratitude as a Daily Practice 14 min
How can we respond to hardship?
Hardship is part of life, and 'with hardship comes ease'.
Lesson: Patience in Times of Hardship 16 min
How can we come to know God?
Through creation, through God's names, and through a close, personal relationship.
Lesson: Knowing and Worshipping the Creator 16 min
Why should we think about death and how we use our time?
'Be in this world as if you were a stranger or a traveler.'
Lesson: Mortality, Accountability and Time 15 min
Character
What does Islam teach about honesty?
Truthfulness and trustworthiness shape character, from promises to business dealings.
Lesson: Honesty and Trustworthiness 15 min
How can we develop patience?
Patience is active steadiness, and it grows with practice.
Lesson: Patience in Times of Hardship 16 min
How should we handle anger?
'The strong is the one who controls himself while in anger.'
Lesson: Managing Anger and Choosing Forgiveness 14 min
Does Islam encourage forgiveness?
Pardoning others is praised, and it never requires accepting ongoing harm.
Lesson: Managing Anger and Choosing Forgiveness 14 min
Why is kindness so important in Islam?
'Allah is kind and He loves kindness.'
Lesson: Kindness and Compassion 14 min
Relationships & society
How should we treat our neighbours?
Neighbours, of any faith, have rights so strong the Prophet thought they might inherit.
Lesson: How to Treat Our Neighbours 15 min
What does charity mean in Islam?
A smile, a kind word and removing harm from a path are all charity.
Lesson: Charity Beyond Money 15 min
What responsibilities do human beings have towards others?
From neighbours to strangers, Islam frames service to others as a daily responsibility.
Lesson: Charity Beyond Money 15 min
How should Muslims treat people of other beliefs?
The Qur'an commends righteousness and justice towards people of other faiths.
Lesson: How to Treat Our Neighbours 15 min
What does Islam teach about caring for the environment?
Balance, trusteeship, planting trees and mercy to every living being.
Lesson: Stewardship of the Natural World 14 min
What does Islam teach about parents and family?
Kindness to parents is placed next to the worship of God.
Lesson: Respect for Parents and Care for Family 15 min
What does Islam teach about caring for orphans and the poor?
The Qur'an measures true religion by how we treat the vulnerable.
Lesson: Caring for Vulnerable People 15 min
How can I serve my community?
'Cooperate in righteousness and piety.'
Lesson: Community Service and Working Together 14 min
The Qur'an
What does the Qur'an teach about justice?
Stand firm for justice, even against yourself, your family or people you dislike.
Lesson: Justice in the Qur'an 17 min
What is the Qur'an?
What Muslims believe the Qur'an is, how it is structured and how to read it.
Lesson: What Is the Qur'an? 16 min
What does Surah Al-Fatihah mean?
Seven verses of praise, mercy and a prayer for guidance, recited in every prayer.
Lesson: An Introduction to Surah Al-Fatihah 18 min
What do Muslims believe about God?
Surah Al-Ikhlas summarises God's oneness in four short verses.
Lesson: An Introduction to Surah Al-Ikhlas 12 min
Is God's mercy greater than our mistakes?
'Do not despair of the mercy of Allah.'
Lesson: Mercy in the Qur'an 15 min
How should I read a verse I find confusing or troubling?
Read the surrounding verses, compare translations, and consult scholarship.
Lesson: Reading the Qur'an in Context 17 min
Knowledge & growth
What is the relationship between knowledge and wisdom?
Knowledge tells us what is true; wisdom guides how and when to act on it.
Lesson: Knowledge and Wisdom 15 min
Why do intentions matter?
'The reward of deeds depends upon the intentions.'
Lesson: Intention and Sincere Action 13 min
How can I reflect honestly on my own mistakes?
Look to what you have put forth for tomorrow, honestly but kindly.
Lesson: Reflection and Self-Accountability 13 min
How can I build good habits that last?
The most beloved deeds are the most regular, even if small.
Lesson: Discipline and Consistency 13 min
How should I share religious information online?
Investigate before acting on news, and never speak without knowledge.
Lesson: Applying Knowledge Responsibly 15 min
How do I turn good intentions into action?
Strive for what benefits, seek God's help, and do not lose heart.
Lesson: Turning Good Intentions into Beneficial Action 14 min