Will the Muslim world ever be united? Let’s talk about it.
When the emigrants arrived in Madinah – dust on their clothes, hope in their hearts – the Prophet (SAW) paired strangers as brothers. Unity wasn’t just preached; it was practiced. It lived beneath shared roofs, around shared meals, and through shared prayers. Later, Allah (SWT) made this principle explicit: And again: But Madinah had already […]
Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA): The first Caliph and closest companion of the Prophet (SAW)
In the long and shining history of Islam, few names stand as tall and as noble as Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA). As the first adult male to embrace Islam, the closest companion of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), and the first rightly-guided Caliph – Khalifah Rashidah – of the Muslim Ummah, his life exemplifies unwavering faith, […]
What if Eid came every week?
When we think of Eid, our minds often drift to the radiant mornings of Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Adha – days filled with heartfelt prayers, dazzling outfits, warm family embraces, and tables overflowing with delicious food. These moments are etched into our memories as sacred celebrations of faith, unity, and gratitude. But here’s […]
International day commemorating the victims of acts of violence based on religion or belief
On Aug. 22, the world pauses to acknowledge those who have suffered or lost their lives simply because of what they believe in. However, this isn’t just a symbolic date on the United Nations calendar, it is a mirror. A mirror that reflects the bruised faces of victims, the shattered silence of worshippers, and the […]
Adhān 101: How to respect the most important call to action of your deen
Of the things that stir the soul of a Muslim – the Adhān is perhaps one of the most transcendent. The beautiful, echoing call reminds us five times a day that it’s time to leave the world behind and turn to the One who created us. Whether you live in a Muslim-majority location where the […]
The surah that teaches us that every choice shapes our identity
The Quran often speaks to the heart not only through its words, but through the contrasts it paints. Surah al-Layl is one of the most powerful examples, a chapter of only 21 short ayaat that moves between opposites such as night and day, male and female, generosity and greed, ease and hardship. It is a […]
How the Adhān guides us back to our purpose
Five times a day, from rooftops to minarets, a voice rises into the air. It weaves through busy streets, slips through open windows, and settles into hearts. This is the Adhān: the call to prayer that commands the entire earth and its bounties to come to a standstill when it is announced. For some, it […]
Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA): the legacy of honor that will never fade
Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) is among the most honored companions of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). His life was inseparable from the early history of Islam, marked by courage, wisdom, and unwavering loyalty. As a cousin, son-in-law, and close companion of the Prophet (SAW), Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) stood firm in trials, fought bravely […]
Choose your friends like your akhirah depends on it
If you died tonight, would your friends be the type to make dua for you all night as you endure the hardships of the grave? Or would they forget about you? Are the people you call your “closest friends” helping you build your akhirah or are they only helping you get pleasures from this dunya? Are they the type of […]
How to make The Quran meaningful again for the next generation
In today’s digital era, young Muslims face a unique set of challenges such as identity confusion, peer pressure, mental health struggles, and an overwhelming sense of information overload (through media consumed on social media for long hours). Amid these pressures, many youth feel increasingly disconnected from The Quran. To them, it may appear distant, difficult […]
