In an environment with countless distractions, how can we make our prayers more beneficial for ourselves? Following is an excerpt from Inner Dimensions of Islamic Worship, a compilation of Imam …
The Complete Islamic Personality
It is well known and understood that Islam is a holistic system that impacts all areas of a person’s life. We hear this often but do we really know what …
Returning to Allah
Say, “O My servants who have transgressed against themselves [by sinning], do not despair of the mercy of Allah . Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who …
Pure Submission: The Prayer of Prophet Ibrahim (pbuh)
Indeed, we cannot give of something if we do not own it. The one who does not possess something cannot dispense it to others. If I do not have peace …
Contentment: A Paradise on Earth
We need to know first and foremost that God has portioned for us our provision. As long as we work, we will get what is written for us. Worship can …
Beautifying the Heart with Sincerity
In The Alchemy of Happiness, Imam Al-Ghazali writes: ”His five senses are like five doors opening on the external world; but, more wonderful than this, his heart has a window …
Fatimah bint Sa’d al Khayr
The pursuit of knowledge and wisdom into the far reaches of the world is one of the jewels of Islamic civilization, and one of the most widely travelled seekers is …
The American Mosque: A Thriving Institution
The number of mosques continues to rise in the United States. A recent report conducted by a group of major American Muslim organizations and academic institutions reveals mosques across the …
Re-securing the Future of Muslims in America
When a tragedy strikes, whether natural disaster or man-made catastrophe, there is death and destruction. Human suffering mounts as people are disoriented and mentally and emotionally devastated. This jolting experience …
Q&A with Dr. Jamal Badawi
Can you summarize why the West has become fearful of Islam and Muslims? Why does this image exist? Answer by Dr. Jamal Badawi Number 1: Because we are living in …