bicester islamic cultural society
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The word “Islam” means “submission to the will of God. Islam is not a new
religion. It is the same truth that God revealed to all His prophets throughout
history. Islam is both a religion and a complete way of life. Muslims follow a
religion of peace, mercy and forgiveness that should not be associated with acts
of violence against the innocent. Islam is a universal faith for all times, all
places and all people. It is predicated on the belief that there is but one God,
Allah, the Creator of the universe and of humankind. The Qur’an opens with the
words, “In the name of Allah, the Merciful, the Compassionate.” Mercy and
compassion are his principal qualities. The relationship which exists between
God and His creation is based on one religion. These fundamental unities are the
foundation of faith.
