In the United States, the homeless crisis continues to worsen. While the U.S. sends billions of dollars to other nations for military purposes and other aid, millions of Americans face …
Building Resilience in Our Children
In a world where children constantly face new challenges — from academic pressures to social dynamics — resilience has become crucial for their overall well-being and future success. Resilience, the …
Engaging with the Qur’an — A Guide
Bismillah — In the name of Allah. We begin all matters in His name, for whom are all the beautiful names (as Allah tells us in the Qur’an, 7:180), and …
Advice to The Women Struggling to Find a Spouse
In a previous article, I presented the accounts of a number of Muslim women who are seeking a spouse. They encountered many obstacles in their search, as these women were …
Alianza Islámica: Spanish Harlem’s Hispanic Odyssey A Book Review
On the scorching summer day of July 9, 2024, high above the clouds at 35,000 feet, I finished the book Alianza Islámica: Spanish Harlem’s Hispanic Odyssey. I was traveling back …
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 …
A Marriage Crisis: Struggling to Find Husbands
Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) stressed the importance of marriage, saying, “Whoever marries has achieved one-half of one’s religion” (Mishkat al-Masabih 3096). When he (peace be upon …
Conflict Resolution — A Foundation
A husband and a wife bring to the marriage different backgrounds, experiences, expectations, and views on life. This is true of Muslim couples as well, despite having a shared belief …
Living a Purpose-Driven Life: Embracing Ibadah and Collective Action
As we reflect on the world around us, it becomes evident that every component of the universe holds a unique purpose within Allah’s grand design. From the tiniest microorganisms to …
Tawakkul: Leading to the Fullest Reward
As Muslims, we believe that tawakkul, trust in and reliance on God, is one of the most important core principles and values in maintaining our spiritual identity and continued growth …