Although belief in the angels is an integral part of a Muslim’s faith, questions often abound in the minds of many believers: are angels scientifically provable, what are they made …
Claiming the ’90s for Muslim Youth
As a new decade begins and the passing one becomes history, I want to learn from past mistakes and look for an even better future for Muslims in general and …
Interview with Sulayman S. Nyang
Mr. Nyang is originally from the Republic of Gambia, a small country on the bulge of West Africa. He received Islamic education at an early age and was later taught …
Interview with Sh. Mohammad Yusuf Islahi
By Mr. Naseem Sh. Islahi is the editor of “Zikra” a monthly Islamic magazine issues from Rampur, India, and author of “Everyday Fiqh” along with many other popular Islamic books …
Carving Out a Role for Muslim Women in the 90’s
As we move into the next decade, we face the ritual reviewing of the worn and torn pages of the diary of our lives before we turn a new page. …
Did ’80s Teach Us Anything?
An Overview of Islam in North America As we welcome a new decade, the last of this century, it is important that we review our performance in the ’80s. …
Islam in the ’80s: The Caribbean’s Example
Nineties Seem Promising, but Efforts Are Needed The history of Islam and the presence of Muslims in the Caribbean has been a very unique experience which needs to be adequately …
The Concept of Akhira, the Hereafter
This short article examines the concept of the Akhira (Hereafter) in the Qur’an, and the consequences of believing or denying its existence. According to the Qur’an, this universe and everything …
Muslim Families: Challenges and Moral Dilemmas
The challenges and moral dilemmas facing Muslim families requires an understanding of the shifts in ideological, social, religious, and political forces that are shaping the structure and function of families …