The era of postmodernism followed the late modern period which stretched from the 19th century to the mid 20th century. Many scholars point to the 1960s and 1970s as the …
Striking a Balance in a Superhero Culture
The entertainment industry is shifting towards an inclusive and diverse assemblage of characters, now more than ever, without overlooking its global Muslim audience. One example is the film produced by …
Muslims’ Future in France
When President Emanuel Macron of France declared in the aftermath of the beheading of French high school teacher Samuel Paty by 18-year-old Abdoullah Anzorov that “Islam is in crisis everywhere,” …
Inspiring the Love of Learning in Children
It is nothing less than divine wisdom that the first word revealed in the Quran is “read.” Allah says, “Read in the name of your Lord who created, created man …
Faithful Listening: A Gift of Yourself
Many parents want to improve their communication with their teenage children. As general guidelines, parents should always ensure that channels of communication stay open, that they focus more on positives …
Reminder About the End Times: How Should Muslims Respond?
All praises are for Allah, The Almighty, and may His peace and blessing be upon His true servant and final Messenger, Muhammad, on his companions and his household. A very …
Striving for an Exalted Moral Character
Among the greatest teachings of Islam is the importance of striving for an exalted moral character. The multi-faceted morality espoused in the revelation of Allah facilitates growth of a sound …
Marriage: Seeking a Soul-Satisfying Connection
Marriage in Islam has been described as a protective garment, a source of tranquility and comfort, and as the completion of our faith. It is the moral path to finding …
Combating Racial Bias in the U.S. and in the Muslim Community
Can you recall the first time you heard about or were directly affected by racial bias, colorism, or any other type of discrimination? Although I never experienced bigotry firsthand until …
Healthy Habits and Self-Care
If we have learned anything in 2020, it is the importance of taking care of ourselves, whether it is physically, mentally, spiritually, or socially. There have been challenges that nobody …