A Refutation of Atheists’ Views on the Origin of Life and the Universe
An Encyclopedia
Clear Proofs
The largest intellectual project dedicated to critiquing atheism and presenting selected evidence for the truth of Islam
Translated and edited by Sabah Temmar B. Aʿmar
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Volume 1 · QuestionsWhat is the most direct path to attaining certainty of faith for both Muslims and skeptics?Doubtlessly, the greatest way to gain certainty is by pondering over the verses of the Holy Qurʾān on a daily basis…Volume 1 · QuestionsHow did the universe emerge?This is the first rational question that naturally arises when we observe the world around us—and there can hardly be a…Volume 1 · QuestionsWhat are the arguments for the existence of the Creator?Without a doubt, the blessings and favours of Allāh, the Most Generous, are far beyond counting—and so too are the…Volume 1 · QuestionsWhat is the origin of the genetic code? How is genetic information encoded in DNA?The genetic code refers to the instructions contained within a gene that direct the cell on how to produce a specific…Chapter One · Vol. 2How did religion originate?Essentially, atheist and materialist thinkers and philosophers assume that religion is the product of primitive humans’…Chapter One · Vol. 2How can we tell which religion is truly right, and what evidence shows that Muḥammad was indeed a genuine Prophet?There is no doubt that Muḥammad ibn ʿAbd Allāh (PBUH) is truly the Messenger of Allāh, for the evidence supporting his…Chapter Four · Vol. 2What is the ultimate proof of the truth of Islam?The Qurʾān is, indisputably, Prophet Muḥammad (PBUH)’s greatest miracle. Unlike the miracles of other Prophets, which…Chapter Three · Vol. 3Why does evil exist if an all-powerful and benevolent God exists?The problem of evil represents the most commonly cited argument for atheism throughout human history. Atheists claim…Chapter One · Vol. 3Why do shubuhāt (specious arguments and doubts) about Islam still exist? Why is religion not entirely clear and plain…This type of question reflects a failure to grasp the essence of the Islamic concept of taklīf (religious…Chapter Two · Vol. 3What are obsessive insinuations in ʿaqīdah (creed)?Those who suffer from al-waswās al-qahrī (overwhelming intrusive thoughts or whisperings) in ʿaqīdah experience…Chapter Three · Vol. 3How can human beings find meaning in life?People everywhere are asking the same questions: “What is the purpose of life?” and “Why are we here?” Islam offers a…Chapter Five · Vol. 3Why am I a Muslim?Without a doubt, I am a Muslim by the grace, mercy, and favor of Allāh. However, the evidence that Islam is true is…
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1Volume 1Atheists: The Thieves of the Hereafter422Chapter 2How Did Religion Originate?153Chapter 3The Messenger of the Unlettered People314Chapter 4The Scientific Miracles of the Holy Qurʾān155Chapter 5The Ultimate Proof of the Truth of Islam86Chapter 6The Miracle of Prophecies in the Sayings of Prophet Muḥammad (PBUH)47Chapter 7Dismantling the Shubhah (Specious Argument/Doubt)108Chapter 8Al-Waswās Al-Qahrī (Religious OCD)59Chapter 9Refuting the Most Common Shubuhāt (Specious Arguments) Raised by Atheists6110Chapter 10Deviant Thoughts3511Chapter 11Certainty of Faith7