Because many of us are feeling overwhelmed these days with the trials of this dunya, probably the last thing we want to read about is yet another serious problem, especially …
Muslims in America: The True Price of Living Here
Earlier this year, I traveled to Jordan with a relief organization. I spent a week visiting refugee camps sheltering countless Gazan and Syrian families, as well as individuals who have …
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 …
The Tremendous Harms of Pornography to Adults and Youth
In an otherwise normal, decent world, pornography is not a topic that we would wish to publicly discuss. Talking about issues with negative connotations often brings out the very destructive …
The Power and Privilege of the Youth
The current condition and future status of a community is seen, on one level, in the state and actions of its youth, particularly its students. Although definitely not unprecedented, we …
Laying the Foundation for The Ummah
Allah SWT has sent about 124,000 Prophets and Messengers throughout history but there is something special about Rasoolullah (peace be upon him). All previous Prophets came only to preach to …
Engaging with the Qur’an — A Guide (Part Two)
In a previous article, I shared my experience in engaging with the Qur’an and described three pillars. The first pillar is studying the Qur’an, and it has five parts. The …
Standing for War Criminals
What do you stand up for? Standing up for someone or something can indicate fear, intimidation, respect, support, or even love. In Islamic teachings, standing up for truth and justice …