In the intellectual and practical continuity of the Islamic movement, there are a few people who, by virtue of their accomplishments, become an institution all to themselves. Professor Khurshid Ahmad …
Is Pride Muslims’ New Halloween?
For Muslims in public school, navigating Halloween and the holiday season from November until April can be difficult. That challenge has only increased with the focus on June’s Pride Month. …
When Oppressors Fall, Lessons are Learned
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 …
The Prophet’s (peace be upon him) Strategy of Change
In the Quran, Allah SWT said, “It is He who sent His messenger with guidance and the religion of truth so that He makes it prevail over all religions even …
Can Israel Survive Its Current Downward Spiral?
Considering our world’s fast-changing geopolitical landscape and Israel’s horrific actions over the years and particularly since the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023, I doubt Israel can survive much longer. …
Israel: Exploding International Law
On September 17, pagers exploded across Lebanon. According to a UN press release, as of 9/19, 32 people were killed and 3,250 wounded. An NPR article states that a “U.S. …
The Prophet’s Sunnah: Empowering the Disenfranchised
Denying individuals their full rights and privileges and their full participation in society is hardhearted. So it is very significant that Allah SWT addressed Rasoolullah in the Qur’an: “We have …
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 …
Frontlines of Empathy: Unveiling Grief and Resilience in Palestine
Politics and journalism have been, for a long time, two of my greatest passions in life; and Palestine has always been the driving force, the soul of my unwavering commitment …
Palestine: The Beating Heart of the Ummah
Every time I stroll down the street unafraid, walk down a grocery aisle stocked with food, turn on the faucet, or flick a light switch, my mind turns to the …