With the chaos and busyness of everyday life, it’s important for us to remain firm in our faith, to stand strong and upright without wavering in our beliefs. We also …
Circumstances Surrounding the Emergence of the Shia
The rulership of the Muslim ummah, or community of believers, has undergone significant transformations throughout the centuries. Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, was the leader and guide …
Character Building: The Essence of a Believer
All praises are for Allah, Lord of all that exists; and peace and blessings of Allah be on His final messenger and his household. Character is the solid foundation of …
Mercy for a Suffering World: The Islamic Model
In the Islamic faith, there is one phrase that is recited more frequently than any other. It begins every chapter of the Quran except for one. It is the opening …
El Islam, siempre presente en mi vida
Cuando era niño me gustaba sentarme en la orilla del mar y ver a los barcos pasar por Hatillo, Puerto Rico. Estaba tan fascinado con los navegantes de los océanos: …
My Journey to Islam
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 …
Islamic Resource Center – Interview with Janan Najeeb
Janan Najeeb is a speaker, educator, business leader, activist, mother, and the force and founder behind a unique non-profit, the Islamic Resource Center (IRC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The lending library …
Detecting Early Signs of Risk in Our Youth
Young children and teens today are bombarded from all around them via fellow peers, enticing ads, music, movies, and more, all calling them to engage in harmful behaviors. They are …
Seeking His Shade: Growing up in the Worship of God
Have you ever heard the saying — Youth is wasted on the young? Those of us who can still lay claim to being young often have no real sense of …
Protecting Our Muslim Youth in a Gender-fluid and Hyper-sexual Society
When I was invited to write an article about preparing youth for marriage, I eagerly agreed. I was excited to tackle the topic, not because this has become my field …