When I was in the 5th grade, around 10 or 11 years old, I was blessed to be placed in the classroom of a teacher would become my favorite of …
Spotlight on Islamic Tradition: Suhayl Ibn Amr
At the Battle of Badr, when Suhayl Ibn Amr, a prominent person among the Quraysh, fell into the hands of the Muslims as a prisoner, Umar ibn al-Khattab went to …
HijabFest Event in New Brunswick, NJ
On September 13, a warm and lovely Sunday morning in New Brunswick, New Jersey, an ambitious group of young women were busy preparing for an annual event, HijabFest,held at the …
The Value of Volunteerism in the Sight of Allah
Volunteerism is the willingness to spend one’s resources in the way of Allah SWT without looking for rewards from anyone except Allah SWT. This is part of our Deen, hence …
Abu Ubaydah ibn Al-Jarrah
He was described as the “amin” or custodian of Muhammad’s community. His full name was Aamir ibn Abdullah ibn al-Jarrah (may Allah be pleased with him). He was known as …
Precious Gems in Our Community
Altruism is like a human cell. It exists naturally in all of us in a dramatically subtle form that makes it easy for us to forget its existence. Cells are …
Mutual Relations of Volunteers on the Path of Allah
Islam prescribes a comprehensive code of conduct, enabling everyone to perform his/her obligations. This binds believers together into perfect unity and solidarity. Their mutual relations should be like the one …
Interview: HHRD on the Ground
Burma The country of Burma, officially renamed Myanmar, is located in Southeast Asia and is bordered by India, Bangladesh, China, Laos, and Thailand. Burma’shistory has been marked by one of …
The Role of Muslim Women at the Time of the Prophet (s.)
When we think of the role of women around the Prophet (pbuh), the thought that often comes to mind is of prominent historical figures such as Sumayah (RA), the first …
Formulating a Vision for American Muslims in light of the Seerah
During the 23 years of prophethood, the Messenger of Allah, Muhammad (peace be upon him), passed through various stages of challenges until he returned to Allah SWT. Each of these …