By: Uzma Saeed Gender Roles: The Debate Between Men and Women As you browse through the internet and particularly social media, you may encounter discussions between men and women with differing views. Some women express concerns about how they are being treated by men. Others, based on these stories, [...]
The Diversity of Eid Dates and the Importance of Understanding Eid, which means "celebration" in Arabic, is one of the most important religious holidays celebrated by Muslims. It marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, and is a time of joy, feasting, and community gatherings. However, one [...]
By: Laura El Alam The Challenges of Converting to Islam in The US For converts in the United States, one of the most challenging aspects of embracing Islam is that people sometimes accuse us of being “less American” when we adopt an Islamic lifestyle. Over [...]
By: Uzma Saeed Unveiling the Hidden Truth of Success: Beyond Wealth and Fame Yesterday, I tuned in to a podcast where the host and guest were accomplished young men. They seemed to have everything one could desire - mingling with influential people, indulging in their purchases, and traveling to various [...]
Ramadan: A Month of Self-Improvement and Spiritual Renewal Fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is a pillar of Islam and a practice that has been observed by Muslims for over 1400 years. This act of worship involves abstaining from food, drink, and marital relations from dawn until sunset. Fasting [...]
The Power of Gratitude: How Islamic Prayer Can Improve Your Day Islam is a religion that emphasizes the importance of remembrance of God in all aspects of life. The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, used to say a prayer on almost every occasion such as eating, drinking, sleeping, traveling, [...]
By: Laura El Alam Guidance for New Muslim Converts New Muslims often have many questions about how to practice Islam properly. At the same time, they are often bombarded with unsolicited opinions, information, and advice. Whether it’s an unknown brother or sister in the mosque approaching them with a [...]
By: Uzma Saeed Uncovering Life's Purpose: Reflection, Religion, and the Quest for Truth At some point in life, every person reflects on their existence and ponders the purpose of life. Why? As human beings, we possess the ability to reason, which sets us apart from animals. When people begin [...]
By: Laura El Alam Navigating the Challenges of Explaining Your Decision to Loved Ones When I embraced Islam nearly 23 years ago, I remember making shahada by testifying that there is one God, and that Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is His prophet. My heart and mind [...]
Creating a More Inclusive Holiday Season for Muslim Students As the holiday season approaches, many schools have Christmas themed activities and celebrations. However, for Muslim students, this time of year can be challenging, as they may feel excluded from the festivities that dominate much of the social and cultural [...]
