by Asha Noor "O you who believe! Persevere with patience and constancy. Vie in such perseverance. Strengthen each other, and fear Allah, that you may prosper." 3:200 To be patient during turbulent, politically toxic and unjust times is difficult. Allah advises us in Surah al-Imran to
by Imam Amin Nathari Indeed, all praise is due to Allah. Today is the third day of the blessed month of Ramadan 1438/2017: not only a time of fasting, but also one of increased standing in prayer, self-examination, self-improvement and charity. For many Muslims, a cornerstone
By Ieasha Prime Surah 2:143 ……And We did not make the qibla which you used to face except that We might make evident who would follow the Messenger from who would turn back on his heels. And indeed, it is difficult except for those whom Allah has
by Ahmad Mubarak All of the Quran is important and special. The first juz' being the magnum opus of a dialogue between humanity and God, always had a special place in my heart and no doubt the heart of every believer. It sets the tone for
The nature of the relationship between Islam and Africa has long been debated, and has recently prompted quite a bit of discussion among those interested in Islam’s utility for Black people in the West.
by Sapelo Square This special feature provides an insight into the posts related to Ramadan 2016. Please Click Here! to access all the posts related to this special feature.
If you’ve seen Brother Ali’s video "Mourning in America" or Mona Haydar’s "Hijabi (Rock My Hijab)”, then you are probably familiar with Al-Taw’am. Minnesota-based twins Iman and Khadijah Siferllah-Griffin have been leaving their mark in the dance community. In addition to performing at multiple events
My Body, My Choice!!! By Ieasha Prime My, Body, My Choice! Watching, hijab-clad young women march next to middle-aged white feminists while shouting this phrase sent shock waves through the Muslim community. Some scrambled for answers to questions such as, “Can we say that?” Are
