As I embarked on my most important dawah trip to Mexico, I began to reflect and think of my past three outreach missions. “Why was this the most important?” I …
Combating Domestic Violence as a Muslim Woman
Violence against women is a matter that should concern us all, yet it seems only a few people are concerned. Throughout the world, one in three women is beaten or …
Muslim and Mexican in Turkey
How I came to embrace Islam is a painful memory. However, I am grateful to God for everything that I had to endure to be where I am now. My …
My Advice to New Muslims
Oftentimes when a person embraces Islam, he or she is unsure of what steps to take next. After much effort to arrive at the decision to proclaim the shahadah, the …
Pondering Over the Meaning of the Quran
One of the inward manners that one should abide by when reading the Glorious Quran is pondering over the meaning of the Quranic words and verses. When reading the Glorious …
Quranic Dictates of Moderation: Dismantling Extremism
A previous article on this subject stated: “Those who founded and direct ISIS, and all those who follow their ideology and participate in their terror campaign, must ignore all the …
Quran’s Position on Peace, Conflict, and Violence
In recent times some acts of violence have been committed in the name of Islam. Many Muslims have condemned such acts as being contrary to the spirit of their religion. …
Safeguarding Faith Against Doubt
“Mankind will need some form of religion until there is a cure for death.” This bold statement spoken by a sociology lecturer rings true in many ways. After all, we …
Coping with Difficulties Through Faith
Sorrow. Anxiety. Anger. Melancholy. As much as we try to live a steady, happy life, discomfort of the soul is inevitable. Our peace of mind will one way or another …