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What does it mean to be a hafiz of the Quran?

Usually, a hafiz (hafiza for a woman) has memorized the whole Quran by heart. It is a great honour, but not required of every Muslim.

Islam gives no number for the Earth's age. The Quran's six days can mean long periods, so many Muslims accept the scientific estimate.

Islam rejects racism. All people share one origin, and Allah ranks them by taqwa, not race or nationality, as the Quran and farewell sermon teach.

Yes, intimacy in marriage is lawful and valued in Islam. Both spouses have rights, consent and kindness come first, and menstruation is a limit.

Islam teaches the earth is a trust, and waste and harm are wrong, so Muslims are encouraged to protect the climate through care and action.

Islam does not ban AI, but judges its use by honesty, avoiding harm and accountability. Rulings and worship should not be left to a machine.

Usually they are small marks showing where to stop, where a verse ends and where to prostrate. A guide to the common symbols in a printed Quran.

Usually each colour marks a tajweed rule: grey for silent letters, warm shades for stretching, green for nasal sounds, blue for echo. Check your key.

Usually one or two friendly sentences are enough when coworkers ask why you skip Christmas. Say it is not part of your faith and keep the mood light.

Usually answer warmly and proudly: every family has its ways and ours come from Islam. Give short replies they can use with classmates.

Say that Allah is the Most High, nothing is like Him, and He hears, sees and is near when we call. Avoid the picture of a man in the sky.

Say "Subhana Rabbiyal Azim" in ruku and "Subhana Rabbiyal A'la" in sujud, usually three times, then add your own dua in prostration.