Proofs of Islam

Will there be a work/cd set/book, Insha'Allah on the proofs of Islam, such as proving the existence of the Creator, the authenticity/miracle of Quran and the proof of the validity of the Muhammad's (saws) Prophethood. I know there are literature available on this matter, but nothing that combines everything in a coherent manner, at least in the english language that is readily available for the masses... One's foundation needs to be solid and unbreakable, meaning no doubts, the reality of the hereafter must be as real as the status quo, this undeniable conviction, on the level of 1+1=2, is what truly makes the final revelation for humanity invulnerable...

In the Name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Dear Questioner,

I pray this message reaches you in good health and iman. Thank you for your questions.

Regardless of how many people write in support of Islam, or against it, this is the deen of Allah Ta'ala and, as such, it will remain invulnerable. Allah the Exalted says, "Their intention is to extinguish Allah's Light (by blowing) with their mouths: But Allah will complete (the revelation of) His Light, even though the Unbelievers may detest (it). It is He Who has sent His Messenger with Guidance and the Religion of Truth, that he may proclaim it over all religion, even though the Pagans may detest (it)" [As-Saff, 61:8-9].

In the Qur'an, Allah 'Azza wa Jall, repeatedly challenges us to ponder His signs and reflect on our creation. He says, "Behold! In the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the alternation of night and day,- there are indeed Signs for men of understanding-men who celebrate the praises of Allah, standing, sitting, and lying down on their sides, and contemplate the (wonders of) creation in the heavens and the earth, (With the thought): "Our Lord! not for naught Hast Thou created (all) this! Glory to Thee! Give us salvation from the penalty of the Fire " [Aal-i-Imran, 3:190-191].

Consequently, many Muslim scholars and saints throughout the ages have written works explicating the core tenets of Islam. Although the majority of these books have not been translated into English, there are still a number of resources available. Some are classical works and some are books written by contemporary scholars. The best combine classical texts with contemporary commentary.

Here are some suggestions (in no particular order):

1. Shaykh Hamza Yusuf (tr.), The Creed of Imam al-Tahawi  (Rumi Bookstore, 2007).
2. Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali, Ihya Ulum id-Din (available at SunniPath Bookstore).
3. Ali and Aliaa Rafea, The Book of Essential Islam (Rumi Bookstore).
4. Maurice Bucaille, The Bible, the Qur'an and Science (Tahrike Tarsile Qur'an, 2003).
5. Harun Yahya's works
6. Ruqaiya Waris Maqsood, What Every Christian Should Know About Islam (London: Islamic Foundation, 2000).
7. F. Kamal, Dirks, Gerald, Badawi, Jamal, et al, Easily Understand Islam (Desert Well Network LLC 2006).
8. M. Fethullah Gulen, The Essentials of the Islamic Faith (New Jersey: The Light, 2005).
9. Shaykh Hamza Yusuf and Shaykh Abdallah bin Bayyah, Miracles of the Qur'an (These are in CD-format and are available from Alhambra Productions).
10. Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, The Life of the Prophet Muhammad (These are also in CD-format and are available from Shaykh Hamza's productions company, Alhambra).
11. Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, Dawah: How to Speak to People of Other Faiths (CD-format, available at Alhambra)

Finally, please refer to the fascinating literature by people who have embraced Islam. In particular, Shaykh Nuh Keller's Becoming Muslim (Amman, Jordan: Wakeel Books, 2001) is an excellent read. I find this genre particularly inspiring because it illustrates both the simple and extraordinary ways people find Allah.

I pray this helps.