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 Tremendous Harms of Pornography: Guarding Ourselves and Our Youth
A previous article discussed the dangers of pornography, for both adults and youth. The obvious question follows: What are we to do? Many of us behave like ostriches, putting our …
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 …
Harnessing the Power of Constructive Criticism
Criticism is often viewed as a negative concept, but when approached constructively, it can be a powerful tool for improvement and growth. In Islam, the act of offering and accepting …
Seerah Reflections: The Most Painful Day for Prophet Muhammad
When reading the biography of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), we find many examples of him enduring pain, abuse, persecution, opposition, and injustice in various forms. But what was …
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 …