Today, May 19, is Malcolm X Day, recognizing the birth of one of our greatest justice leaders. In 2020 we came together (during the peak of Covid chaos) to celebrate Malcolm X’s legacy with a virtual event, “Black Legacies. Black Futures.”
Senior Editor Dr. Su’ad Abdul Khabeer interviews Dr. Rasul Miller about his highly acclaimed article “Black American Sufi - A History.” They first explore the global context of early Black American Sufi communities and then delve into the importance of documenting the oral history of
Black Muslim women in the South have played an integral role in building and maintaining the modern Islamic fashion industry in the United States. Kayla Renée Wheeler tell the story of “The Sealed Nectar Fashion Show” in Atlanta, Ga., which is the longest continually running
Intention and thoughtfulness went into creating this free resource for those that are still ridin’ for #BlackLivesMatter (freedom, justice, and equality). We invite all believers to join us to heed the message of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (peace be upon him) to “change evil.” We
In this Real Talk interview, Sapelo Square’s Senior Editor, Dr. Su’ad Abdul Khabeer, hosts Salaam for an intimate conversation about his life journey. The interview touched on everything from Yusef’s upbringing, his relationships in prison, to his vision for the Muslim community and more.
On the night that I composed this poem, thunderstorms raged throughout the Midwest and Eastern United States, while our TV screens and windows glowed with images from fires and sirens of the protests and attacks, thereby setting the scene for the poem’s opening. This elegy
Khadijah Rashid reflects on the second juz of the Qur'an with motivational words of inspiration and encouragement.
Despite these dynamics, Sufism continues to be an integral part of orthodox Muslim religious life for those Black American Muslims who embrace it, and a testament to their desire for spiritual fulfillment and transformation. What follows is a brief overview of Black American Muslim engagement
