Absar Husain Kazmi Despite the fact that the Covid-19 virus does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, or religion, some people are still using it to target and malign certain minorities, especially Muslims. Yet, despite the negativity, Muslims across the world are playing a major role [...]
Absar Kazmi It is no secret that Islam has a PR problem in the West. In fact, based on their political leanings, the average, western, non-Muslim’s views regarding Islamic customs would probably range from slightly backward to barbaric! Muslims of course would disagree; to them Islamic customs are [...]
With the rise of the coronavirus, many people are understandably concerned about protecting themselves. Diseases and viruses have always been part of human history. This article seeks to shed light on some of Islam’s teachings regarding hygiene, infection control, and illnesses. In recent years there have been several breakouts [...]
Some people argue that the Qur'ān was made up by Muhammad peace be upon him. This article will provide several reasons why Muhammad peace be upon him is not the author of the Qur'ān. He was Unlettered The Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him was unlettered, meaning [...]
Habeeba Husain 1. Every Muslim is encouraged to study Seerah. Muslims look to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as their role model, and they strive to emulate him and love him more than they love their own selves. One of the best ways to achieve this [...]
Habeeba Husain 1. She is considered one of the greatest scholars in Islam. Aishah, the wife of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), is considered one of the greatest scholars in Islam—and for good reason. She conveyed over two thousand narrations of the Prophet (peace be upon him), [...]
Habeeba Husain 1. Complete faith = kindness to family The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, “Indeed among the believers with the most complete faith is the one who is the best in conduct and the most kind to his family” (Tirmidhi). In Islam, faith and family go [...]
Habeeba Husain Who better for Muslims to look to as a role model than the one whose every step and every breath pleased God? The Prophet Muhammad (may the blessings and peace of God be upon him) led a life Muslims across generations and countries try to exemplify [...]
Islam has two primary sources. First is the Qurʾān which is the direct word of God inspired to the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him. The second source is the Prophet’s teachings. These teachings include his words, actions, and things he approved of. The Prophet’s teachings are called Sunna. [...]
Although America is intended to be a united country, the current climate in our country is one that is full of division and discord. We have two choices, either to continue with the path of stereotypes and enmity or learn to live peacefully. The world is more connected than [...]
