I grew up in Winston-Salem, but most of my extended family is from Macall, South Carolina, and Richmond County, Scotland County, and Robeson County in North Carolina. My earliest memory …
Sauna, Detox, and Healing
The Native American sweat lodge, an original form of sauna, has been used for centuries, and is enjoying a revival among Native Americans today. It is also attracting the interest …
After Conversion: A Hope for Dawah to Indigenous Americans
I am a Lakota. When someone doesn’t understand that, I say I am a Sioux Indian. Everyone understands that expression. We can be referred to as Sioux Indians, Sioux American …
Being Native American and Muslim
I prefer being referred to as Native American. When someone says “Indian,” most people think it refers to a person from India. It’s more accurate to say Native American or …
Themes from the Holy Quran: Seen Through Indian Eyes
Editor’s note: The following is a slightly modified version of an article that first appeared in The Message in 1996. The author finds similarities between Native American beliefs and values …
TAKING CARE OF THOSE IN NEED
ICNA Relief USA actualizes a core aspect of Islamic work. Born out of the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), ICNA Relief is a domestic, faith-based disaster relief and social …
Being A Patriot Despite It All
Am I a patriot? Maybe I’m a fake. I believe in my country, but I’m not happy with things at present. The air in this country lately has felt more …
I’m No Role Model, or Am I?
We are currently living in a time of great social and political turmoil. It seems that every day another high-profile man in media, elected official, business executive, or someone connected …
Patriotism and Fulfilling America’s Greatest Potential
As the school bell rang and Mrs. Davis corralled all of us kindergarteners into class, we heard a voice over the intercom: “Please stand and place your right hand over …
For God and Country: My Perspective on Patriotism
I love Allah, and I love America. I love my religion, and I love my country. But can I have loyalties to both? Many Muslims in the U.S., including myself, …