What is the punishment for breaking Islams rules?

Answer 1

What is Islam?: The name of the religion is Islam, which comes from an Arabic root word meaning "peace" and "submission." Islam teaches that one can only find peace in one's life by submitting to Almighty God (Allah) in heart, soul and deed. The same Arabic root word gives us "Salaam alaykum," ("Peace be with you"), the universal Muslim greeting.

Who is a Muslim?: A person who believes in and consciously follows Islam is called a Muslim, also from the same root word. So, the religion is called "Islam," and a person who believes in and follows it is a "Muslim." * What is the difference between Muslim, Moslem and Islamic?

How Many and Where?: Islam is a major world religion, with over 1 billion followers worldwide (1/5 of the world population). It is considered one of the Abrahamic, monotheistic faiths, along with Judaism and Christianity. Although usually associated with the Arabs of the Middle East, less than 10% of Muslims are in fact Arab. Muslims are found all over the world, of every nation, color and race. * Muslim population of the world

Who is Allah?: Allah is the proper name for Almighty God, and is often translated merely as "God." Allah has other names that are used to describe His characteristics: the Creator, the Sustainer, the Merciful, the Compassionate, etc. Muslims believe that since Allah alone is the Creator, it is He alone that deserves our devout love and worship. Islam holds to a strict monotheism. Any worship and prayers directed at saints, prophets, other human beings or nature is considered idolatry. * More about the nature of God * "Names" of Allah

What do Muslims believe about God, prophets, the afterlife, etc.?: The basic beliefs of Muslims fall into six main categories, which are known as the "Articles of Faith": * Faith in the unity of God * Faith in angels * Faith in prophets * Faith in books of revelation * Faith in an afterlife * Faith in destiny/divine decree

The "five pillars" of Islam: In Islam, faith and good works go hand-in-hand. A mere verbal declaration of faith is not enough, for belief in Allah makes obedience to Him a duty. The Muslim concept of worship is very broad. Muslims consider everything they do in life to be an act of worship, if it is done according to Allah's guidance. There are also five formal acts of worship which help strengthen a Muslim's faith and obedience. They are often called the "Five Pillars of Islam." * Testimony of faith (Kalima) * Prayer (Salat) * Almsgiving (Zakat) * Fasting (Sawm) * Pilgrimage (Hajj)

Daily life as a Muslim: While often seen as a radical or extreme religion, Muslims consider Islam to be the middle road. Muslims do not live life with complete disregard for God or religious matters, but nor do they neglect the world to devote themselves solely to worship and prayer. Muslims strike a balance by fulfilling the obligations of and enjoying this life, while always mindful of their duties to Allah and to others. * Morals and manners * Business ethics * Modesty in dress and behavior * Dietary rules * Marriage * Care of children and elderly * Racism and prejudice * Relations with non-Muslims

Answer 2

The Quran, is the book that contains rules guidelines on how one should live his life, and what is the reward of those who follow, and punishment for those who don't. Islam is a very lenient religion, in which mistakes are forgiven (But in some serious cases punishments are only lessened). There are different degrees of punishments that depend on the sin, for example the hands of a robber are cut off, But if he stole due to starvation, he would not be punished to such an extant.

I am not a scholar, and so do not know in full detail, and i do not want to mislead you. If you have committed a sin, you must first feel ashamed, then you must repent, and then must be held accountable for your actions. The rulings are in the Quran, and in the Hadith (Sayings, actions, and silent approvals of the Holy Prophet). You should look it up. If you have further queries, you should ask a Scholar.

Answer 3

Islam has no place for gays/homosexuals. In the more devout areas, being identified as homosexual can result in the most horrific punishments, including execution. Please see the Related Links below discussing Iran and Saudi Arabia, which have such punishments.

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All God religions; Islam , Christianity, and Judaism; strictly forbid homosexuality and not only Islam religion. As for the punishment, it varies from one country to another according to the country own laws but never comes to execution. Quran says (Meaning English Translation):

"And the two who commit it among you, dishonor them both. But if they repent and correct themselves, leave them alone. Indeed, Allah (or God and same God in Judaism and Christianity) is ever Accepting of repentance and Merciful. The repentance accepted by Allah is only for those who do wrong in ignorance [or carelessness] and then repent soon after. It is those to whom Allah will turn in forgiveness, and Allah is ever Knowing and Wise." (4:17-18)

Answer 4

There is no COMPULSION in accepting Islam. Accepting any religion is a very personal affair of an indivisdual. But if a person accepts islam, declares his faith and the renunciates it just to bring it dishonor and insult, his punishment is death if does not repent.

Answer 5

Apostasy Ban Under Shari'a
According to Shari'a Law, conversion out of Islam or apostasy, is punishable by death. While the Qur'an is very vague on the notion of apostasy (mainly claiming that there is freedom to choose religion in this life, but unbelievers will be tormented in the next), the question is not what the Qur'an says, but what Islam says. Islamic Law, coming out of the Hadith (in both Sahih Al-Bukhari and Sahih Al-Muslim) is quite clear on the question of apostasy and proscribes capital punishment as the desirable way to deal with apostates. There is no branch of conservative or radical Islam that says that it is not the duty of an Islamic Government to execute or strongly chastise an Apostate.

If a Muslim is of sound mind, an adult, and commits apostasy that of his own free will, knowing what he does, then his blood may be shed with impunity. He is to be executed by the Muslim ruler or by his deputy such as the Qadi or judge, and he is not to not be washed (after death, in preparation for burial), the funeral prayer is not to be offered for him and he is not to be buried with other Muslims.

The evidence that the apostate must be killed comes from Muhammad's orders in Sahih Al-Bukhari 2794 and Sahih Al-Bukhari 6524 which both say: "Whoever changes his religion, execute him." It is clear from context that the term "religion" here refers exclusively to Islam. It would be nonsensical if this were applied to converts to Islam and is not taken in that context. It is also not taken in context to non-Muslims converting between Non-Muslim religions (i.e. a Jew who converts to Christianity). It is only understood to apply in cases of apostasy from Islam.

Muhammad also said in Sahih Al-Bukhari 6878 and Sahih Al-Muslim 1676 that there are three conditions for which it is permissible to kill someone who was/is a Muslim. The third condition is the apostate: "It is not permissible to shed the blood of a Muslim who bears witness that there is no god except Allah and that I am His Messenger, except in one of three cases: a soul for a soul (i.e., in the case of murder); a married man who commits adultery; and one who leaves his religion and splits from the Islamic Community."

Why Islam Sees Apostasy as Wrong
If the question is asking, where is the rationale by which Islam sees apostasy as wrong? the answer is rather straightforward. Islam is considered by its adherents to be the only truth and those who deny it are setting a bad example that Islam is "just like every other religion" that a person can "try on" and leave at a whim. Also, most people who convert religions tend to slander their prior religion. In order to prevent slander against Islam, ex-Muslims are liable to be killed, silencing them from saying nasty things.

Answer 6

The punishment in Islam, under Sharia law, is death. But many Muslim countries opt to imprison gay people.

Answer 7

There are different laws, rules and regulation in Islam; So punishment is given according their they break the Islamic rule.