On June 3, 2016, America and the world lost one of the most beloved and transcendent figures of our time, Muhammad Ali. The Islamic Circle of North America joins the …
What Non-Muslim Scholars Say About the Quran?
Humanity has received Divine guidance through two channels: firstly, through the word of God as contained in revealed books; and secondly, through the Prophets who were chosen by Allah to …
100 Commandments and Doctrines from the Quran
1. Do not be rude in speech (3:159) 2. Restrain anger (3:134) 3. Be good to others (4:36) 4. Do not be arrogant (7:13) 5. Forgive others for their mistakes …
American Muslim Demographics
63% Almost two-thirds of American Muslim adults are first-generation immigrants from at least 77 different countries 37% More than a third of Muslim American adults were born in the United …
Early American Mosques
Many early Muslim communities were comprised of a few individuals and/or families. They met in private homes for prayers, and rented out halls for the Muslim holidays. 1900 – First …
Obituary: Dr. Jamal Barzinji
Dr. Jamal Barzinji, one of the key Muslim figures of North America and President of the International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT), passed away on September 26, 2015. He was …
Prophet Muhammad’s Farewell Sermon
The following sermon was delivered by Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, on the 9th day of Dhul Hijjah 10 A.H. (632 C.E.) in the Uranah valley of Mount Arafat …
Why is there Evil and Suffering in the World
One of the most vexing questions for people is why God allows evil and suffering in the world. Some think that since God is all-powerful, He could create a world …
ICNA Denounces Murders by ISIS
The Islamic Circle of North America unequivocally condemns the brutal beheading of American journalist, James Foley, by the terrorist organization Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). “Such actions are …
US Muslim Organizations Condemn Murder, Denounce ISIS
The US Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO), a coalition of leading national and local Muslim organizations, has condemned the murder of American journalist James Foley at the hands of the …