Ramadan is upon us once more, and I am excited. For Muslims across the world, it is the most important month of the entire year, filled with immense blessings and …
Could Speaking Up About Palestine Affect Your Career?
Muslims in the U.S. might feel compelled or even morally obligated to educate others about the catastrophic destruction in Gaza, and many believe the First Amendment will protect their right …
Origins of Black History Month
Every February, Black History Month rolls around and we begin to witness schools, corporations and small business owners, and a wide variety of civic organizations seizing the moment to educate …
The Concept of ‘Covenant’ in Islam
The idea of “covenant” appears frequently in the Qur’an and sunnah, the primary sources of Islam. There are different types of covenants (e.g., between two people such as husband and …
The Astonishing Power of Words
The average human speaks thousands of words each day. Social beings who crave meaningful connection, we regularly talk with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and sometimes even strangers. With all these …
Family Meetings Can Be Full of Baraka (Blessings)
Does the thought of holding regular family meetings sound appealing to you? Perhaps it seems like one more task on your never-ending to-do list. If part of you resists the …
Why Muslims Need to Talk About Hispanic Heritage Month
One of my earliest experiences at an Islamic conference was when I attended the ISNA Convention in Washington D.C. over two decades ago. It was the first time the Islamic …
Be Proactive to Protect Kids from Online Pornography
Islam is distinguished by its commitment to wholesomeness and purity, but sadly Muslims are not immune to the dangers of pornography. Our children, in particular, are at risk of falling …
The Cave: A Place for Solitude and Potential Transformation
The world is a prison, and we are the prisoners: Dig a hole in the prison and let yourself out! – Rumi Caves are hollowed portions of the earth that …
Back to Nature — Reflecting on Allah’s Signs
We are arguably living in the most stimulating age. The amount of social media, news, and television that we consume on a daily basis is overwhelming. Notifications on our phone …