The Heritage of One Civilization     As an integral foundation and the origin of a vast and significant civilization, far more important than yet another religion, Islam currently stretches across the shores of Atlantic Ocean and also spreads way out over the Long Coastal strip(s) in the Pacific Ocean -encompassing various racial and ethnic groups such as the Arabs, Iranians, Chinese, Turks, Africans, etc. Islamic civilization not only has laid the foundations of countless spiritual movements, but also has paved the way for the establishment of numerous school of thought(s), Philosophy as well as important scientific researches and discoveries. Accordingly, throughout the history, Islamic traditions and accomplishments have made indispensable theological and ethical contribution to the civilized world. In order to fully realize the undisputed impact of Islam upon the stature of thinking, arts and sciences within the mentioned territories and nations, it is certainly warranted, at this juncture, to touch upon the distinct features of Islam as the foundation of a great civilization and a significant universal religion.   The Message of Islam: Solidarity and brotherhood amongst all the faithful(s): Islam is the religion of resignation and total submission to the Will of the Allah Almighty. As the last and foremost universal religion(s), Islam's principal tenet is based on the concept of monotheism while its cardinal truth lies in the sacred term there is no God but Allah. There upon, this phrase is an unequivocal confirmation of and a clear testimony to the singleness of Allah, who certainly has no partner or alike. Although this monotheistic belief has not constituted a new call or invitation for the mankind yet, from the Muslims view point, it contains a unifying message through which the Muslims perceive all the believers of other monotheistic religions as the faithful(s) and thus regard them as the brethren. The Holy Qura'an is the scriptures and the cardinal truth of Islam, which cordially invites all the believers to the basic principles of faith, mercy and benevolence.   The ever presence of Allah, throughout the Holy Qura'an is so evident and powerful that has rightfully transformed the Arabic, its significant language, into a sacred tongue. The Holy Qura'an also contains unique sections and verses, pertinent to Nature and Metaphysics. An important section of the instructions and teaching of The Holy Qura'an vividly advises the human race on the harmony with and preservation of nature whereas its other invaluable sections refer to an intermediary world, therein, between God Almighty and Man. More importantly, the world of physical existence is immaculately set in order by a vast organization of angels or the attendants of Allah, Lord of the worlds. As the most dignified manifestation of morality, The Holy Qura'an constantly refers to the principle of accountability, a fact holding Man responsible for his conduct and manner and thus, enjoying the fruits of his labor or suffering the consequences thereof both within this life and the hereafter.   The ever presence of Allah in the daily life of faithful(s) is obviously evident by the expression of the routine phrase, In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent and the Merciful , which always precedes their deeds and day-to-day activities.