Introducing Islam a Simple Introduction to Islam
The Teachings of the Prophet
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should not expect kindness from the Creator; only
those who have treated others well deserve good
treatment from Him.
The Prophet taught that the only acceptable life is
one of total obedience to God. The basic principles
of this life are forms of subservience as laid down in
the Qur’an, and God’s Prophet has demonstrated
them practically in his life. The only life pleasing to
God, then, is one which follows the guidance of the
Qur’an and the example set by the Holy Prophet.
The religion which the Prophet left us guides us in
every walk of life; everyone should proceed in
accordance with the scheme with which he has
provided us. This scheme is based on certain tenets
on which the whole of the Islamic life is based.
Firstly, there is the testimony: “There is no one
worthy of being served save God, and Muhammad
is His messenger.” This declaration marks man’s
exit from one arena and his entry into another—his
departure from all that is un-Islamic and his
inclusion in the ranks of Islam. Secondly, prayer,
that is worship five times a day in the manner of the
Prophet. Thirdly, fasting, a test of patience and
