The Israeli occupation impacts all Palestinians - Muslim and Christian alike. By standing together in solidarity against discrimination, Palestinian Muslims and Christians provide a model for peaceful coexistence. Palestine is the birthplace of Jesus, peace be upon him. Outside of Christianity, Islam is the only faith that recognizes Jesus, [...]
For Muslims worldwide, Jerusalem occupies a central, vital place in their faith and collective imagination. Known as Al-Quds or Bayt al-Maqdis in Arabic, this holy city contains sites of immense religious significance for Muslims around the world. Understanding Jerusalem’s spiritual symbolism, rich history, and modern significance helps underscore why [...]
By Laura El Alam For those of us who are converts to Islam, the death of a non-Muslim loved one can be a multi-layered trauma. We experience the typical grief of losing someone who is dear to us, but we also grapple with additional emotions, worries, and questions. In [...]
By Shaylene Haswarey Recently, I was at a restaurant with my Muslim friends when a convert remarked, "That smells so good! I remember drinking that drink at gatherings, and I miss it." A waiter had walked by carrying alcoholic drinks. My convert friend added, "There's simply no replacement for [...]
By: Salma Omar For a Muslim life is a means to an end, a path that to a final abode in heaven. This transient life is a realm where a people’s faith is put to test in various capacities including health. Islam considers health as a blessing and not [...]
By: Uzma Fareed The Islamic approach to obstacles that makes life feel brighter and lighter. Remember the time you were running late to work? From the glitchy alarm app, to the moody emo-toaster, to the empty fuel tank - everything seemed like it was all part of a secret [...]
By: Carissa Mire Congratulations! You’ve converted to Islam, you may or may not have learned to pray, you may even have adopted a new way of life and you’re already starting to practice the basics. Welcome to the fold! Now that you're here, have you considered the full scope of [...]
By: Uzma Saeed The Character of Prophet Muhammad In just 23 years, a single individual transformed a fragmented group of people into a civilization that made monumental contributions to the world. No other man approached perfection as closely as Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, and none surpassed his [...]
By: Laura El Alam In Islam, like many other religions, there is a concept of belief in the Unseen. This refers to phenomena that are perceived only by Allah. We humans cannot expect to understand everything in the vast universe, but we know that certain things exist because they [...]
By: Shaylene Haswarey My interest in comparing Mormonism and Islam started during my senior year of high school in 1998, but my journey learning about my Mormon roots started much earlier. Journal Entry, Saturday, July 16, 1994, age 13: I had one of the best days of my life [...]
