Basics of Islam

Are you new to Islam and need to learn more about the basics? Do you have a friend or family member that is new to Islam. This page is a resource just for you! Visit page often for special links to downloads, videos, mp3 recordings, articles and more. Please download this and share with others!

Summary of Islam by Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali

Islam is an Arabic noun derived from the verb ‘aslama’, which means ‘to surrender or yield something to someone’. Hence, a Muslim is ‘one who surrenders or yields his soul to the Creator of all. According to its technical usage, Islam encompasses three religious concepts…..Download the full article HERE

Fundamentals of Islam
1. Basics of Salat–Click here

2. Zakat- Click here

3. Fasting (See this video clip on Fasting during Ramadan)
New Article and Download! Shaykh Abdullah Ali -Important Tips for the Month of Ramadhan (Part 1)

New Article and Download! Shaykh Abdullah Ali -Important Tips for the Month of Ramadhan (Part 2)

New Article- Shaykh Abdullah Ali -Important Tips for the Month of Ramadhan (Part 3)

4. Hajj  (See here for more details on Hajj)

A very important topic for Muslims to understand is Brotherhood! Listen to this lecture by Dr Umar Abdullah

5. Video Clip on Wudu’ (See here)

6. A very inspirational interview on converting to Islam with Jason Hamza Perez: Click here to see the interview.

At Lamppost Productions, we have a variety of courses and classes that are very beneficial to new Muslims. Here are some classes that we recommend:

Islamic Beliefs and Spirituality:

For a detailed explanation of Islamic beliefs, we recommend that you take our course: The Sunni Creed.

An excellent discourse  on Islamic spirituality for new Muslims  “Hopes Delusion

Current Events and Common Questions

A detailed course on issues related to sexuality: Islam, Sex Education & Sexual Ethics

Special Offers and Classes for the Month of Ramadhan at Lamppost Productions!

Join us for a Live Online Session with Marc Manley, Muslim Chaplain at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pa.
“Between Hope and Fear: Training the Soul to Seek God’s Pleasure”
This live online session is FREE, click HERE for more details and registrations!

A powerful discourse on whiteness and its possible impact on Islamic belief: White Supremacy : The Beginning of Modern Shirk?


Available now at Lamppost Productions: Ustadh Muhammad Adeyinka Mendes detailed course on Marriage! Click the banner above for full details!

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