The name Fatima Al-Fihri crowns the annals of history with the distinction of having established the world’s very first university. Yes, it was a Muslim woman who pioneered a model …
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 …
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 …
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 Strong Believer
The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: The strong believer is better and more beloved to God than the weak believer, while there is good in both. So …
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 …
How to Attain Humility in Prayers
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 …
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 …
Interview with Ibtihaj Muhammad – Olympics 2012 Hopeful
My advice would be to reach for the stars. Never allow bias to your religion, ethnicity, or your gender to hinder you from reaching your dreams and doing what you …
Impact of Media and Social Media on Islam and Muslims
Do you remember what your life was like ten years ago? How you communicated with people? How you received your news? Shared information? In this past decade our lives have …