Definition of Terms

Pbuh (saww): peace be upon him (salutation and an expression of respect which Muslims use when names of any of the prophets are taken; in this text, Prophet Muhammad’s name is pronounced).

SWT: Subhana watallah (an Arabic respect phrase used as a suffix when God’s name is pronounced).

Holy Quran: Scriptures revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).

Sunnah: Prophet Muhammad’s way of life and his actions.

Hadith: Saying of Prophet Muhammad.

Citations from the Holy Quran are present in italics and the verse reference follows in brackets adjacent to the verse. At the end of the book, the reference list includes full citation of verses used from the Holy Quran.

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