Human history is rife with oppression, often cloaked by illusions of grandeur, military strength, and wealth. Yet the Qur’an reminds us of one unchanging reality: When the powerful resort to …
Muslims in America: The True Price of Living Here
Earlier this year, I traveled to Jordan with a relief organization. I spent a week visiting refugee camps sheltering countless Gazan and Syrian families, as well as individuals who have …
Seerah Reflections: The Most Painful Day for Prophet Muhammad
When reading the biography of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), we find many examples of him enduring pain, abuse, persecution, opposition, and injustice in various forms. But what was …
Standing for War Criminals
What do you stand up for? Standing up for someone or something can indicate fear, intimidation, respect, support, or even love. In Islamic teachings, standing up for truth and justice …
“Where Is the Salahuddeen of Today?”
Salahuddeen is one of the most revered figures in the Muslim world. As the legendary general who liberated Al-Aqsa from the Crusaders after 88 years of rule, his achievements are …
University Encampments for Justice in Palestine: 3 Key Insights
After visiting several university encampments in the United States and engaging in hundreds of conversations with university personnel, faculty, student organizers, and national leaders, I feel it is important to …
Laylat al-Qadr: Greater than a Lifetime
Envision an opportunity so extraordinary, rare, and magnificent that missing it would be like missing a millennium of opportunities. In Islam, there is such an opportunity — it is Laylat …
How to Increase Barakah (Blessings) in Life
Some societies invest billions of dollars in the pursuit of efficiency and instantaneous results. University students, for example, often search for productivity hacks and study tips to help them achieve …
The Unity of Muslims Worldwide
There seems to be an impression among many that it is impossible to unite the Muslim world. However, unity does not imply: 1) unanimous agreement at all levels of government …
12 Keys to Divine Support
During times of hardship, many Muslims ask important questions that unlock great opportunities to do good, to change, and to improve the state of the individual and the global community. …