Who was the chief of hypocrites?

The historical figure most often associated with the Hypocrites is 'Abdallah ibn Ubayy ibn Salul (d. 631 CE), an Arab chieftain of the Khazraj tribe in Medina. His tribe is notable because six men from the Khazraj were the first to accept Islam in Medina.
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Who was Munafiqun?

In Islam, the munafiqun ('hypocrites', Arabic: منافقون, singular منافق munāfiq) or false Muslim are a group decried in the Quran as outward Muslims who were inwardly concealing disbelief and actively sought to undermine the Muslim community.
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Which king accepted Islam when Prophet sent letters?

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In a letter sent to Egyptian ruler Al-Muqawqis in the sixth year of hijri, the prophet invited him to Islam and said if he becomes a Muslim, Allah will double his reward.
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Who is Hercules in Islam?

In Muslim tradition he is seen as a just ruler of great piety, who had direct contact with the emerging Islamic forces. The 14th-century scholar Ibn Kathir (d. 1373) went even further, stating that "Heraclius was one of the wisest men and among the most resolute, shrewd, deep and opinionated of kings.
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Who wrote the Quran?

Muslims believe that the Quran was orally revealed by God to the final prophet, Muhammad, through the archangel Gabriel incrementally over a period of some 23 years, beginning in the month of Ramadan, when Muhammad was 40; and concluding in 632, the year of his death.
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What is Surah al Kafirun immunity from?

Anas says that Muhammad said to Mu'adh bin Jabal; "Recite Qul ya-ayyuhal-kafirun at the time you go to bed, for this is immunity from polytheism."
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What does Amanah mean in Arabic?

Amanah (Arabic: أمانة) is an Arabic term used for mayoralty or municipality. In some Arabic countries, the Amanah is the municipality of the capital.
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What Allah says about hypocrites?

When hypocrites come to you, they say: "We admited that you truly are the Messenger of Allah." And Allah knows that truly you are His Messenger; and Allah knows that the hypocrites are really liars. They make their vow as a shield then they block humans from the path of Allah. Surely it is very bad what they have done.
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Whats a hypocrite mean?

Definition of hypocrite

1 : a person who puts on a false appearance of virtue or religion. 2 : a person who acts in contradiction to his or her stated beliefs or feelings. Other Words from hypocrite Example Sentences Learn More About hypocrite.
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What surah talks about hypocrites?

The Hypocrites (Arabic: المنافقون, al-munāfiqūn) is the 63rd chapter (surah) of the Qur'an, with 11 verses.
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What does Jesus say about hypocrites?

"Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You travel over land and sea to win a single convert, and when he becomes one, you make him twice as much a son of hell as you are.
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What is the meaning of Allah's name al Ghaffar?

Traditionally, Al-Ghaffar is translated as "The Forgiving". This type of forgiveness is a continuous and repetitive action. No matter how many times a person may sin, God can continually forgive him/her for his/her sins. Al-Ghafur, on the other hand, is understood as forgiving a sin no matter how large the sin may be.
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What is Amana in Islam?

Amanah is an Arabic word that literally means trust, loyalty, trustworthiness, reliability and faithfulness. In general, it means trusting a person about some matter and fulfilling or upholding the trust. Amanah is the moral responsibility of fulfilling one's obligations properly.
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What does Amina mean in Islam?

Amina (or Aminah, Amna) meaning "safe one, protected" and Ameena (Ameenah, Amineh; Arabic: أمينة amīnah) meaning "devoted, honest, straightforward, trusty, worth of belief (believable), loyal, faithful, obedient of Iman" are Arabic female given names.
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Who are the Kafirun in the Quran?

Surah Al-Kafirun guides people on the appropriate behaviour and right attitude towards people who reject Islam. The verses inform Muslims how they need to have firm faith in their religion and answer anyone who does not believe in Allah.
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Why was Surah Nasr revealed?

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In Surah Nasr, Allah informed His Messenger Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu 'Alayhi wa Sallam that Islam had attained complete Victory in Arabia.
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What is the story behind surah Al Masad?

Al-Masad (Arabic: المسد, (meaning: "Twisted Strands" or "The Palm Fiber") is the 111th chapter (sūrah) of the Quran. It has 5 āyāt or verses and recounts the punishments that Abū Lahab and his wife will suffer in Hell. Alternate titles (Ar.) ۝ May the hands of Abu Lahab be ruined, and ruined is he.
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Who founded Islam?

The rise of Islam is intrinsically linked with the Prophet Muhammad, believed by Muslims to be the last in a long line of prophets that includes Moses and Jesus.
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How many angels are there in Islam?

The nineteen angel chiefs of hell were depicted in Quran chapter Al-Muddaththir verse Quran 74:10–11. The Saudi Arabia religious ministry released their official interpretation that Zabaniyah were collective names of angels group which included those nineteen chief angels.
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When did Islam start?

The start of Islam is marked in the year 610, following the first revelation to the prophet Muhammad at the age of 40. Muhammad and his followers spread the teachings of Islam throughout the Arabian peninsula.
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What does the Bible say about tattoos?

But in the ancient Middle East, the writers of the Hebrew Bible forbade tattooing. Per Leviticus 19:28, “You shall not make gashes in your flesh for the dead, or incise any marks on yourselves.” Historically, scholars have often understood this as a warning against pagan practices of mourning.
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Is hypocrisy a sin?

From a philosophical perspective, one could say that people are guilty of logical inconsistencies; from a biblical perspective, people are guilty of hypocrisy, which is sin. Scripture rejects hypocrisy as a vice, that is, as a sinful act. In particular, Jesus was critical of hypocrisy.
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