Islam is not just a religion; it is a complete way of life for mankind. In every sphere of life—individual, family, societal, and state—Islam provides the correct guidance for humanity.

Islam is the true religion ordained by Allah

Islam is not a man-made ideology. It has come directly from Allah.

Allah Ta’ala says—

"Truly, the only acceptable religion in the sight of Allah is Islam."
(Surah Ali 'Imran, 3:19)

It is our responsibility to know about the religion we follow. What is Islam? Why should we follow Islam? Where did this religion come from? It is highly essential for an intelligent person to know these things. Islam encourages mankind to seek knowledge. In Islam, every individual has been commanded to acquire knowledge. 

So, let us try to understand it briefly.