Collective sin in Islam: Can a society be held accountable?
One of the most often overlooked, but deeply relevant, concepts in Islamic moral theology is the notion of collective sin, or what happens when transgressions are committed so widely and so systematically that they are no longer confined to the sphere of individual accountability. While Islamic law is clear on the principle that every soul […]
The fear of being seen by Allah (SWT): Healthy taqwa or religious anxiety?
Among the most foundational truths that Islam instills in the consciousness of the believing soul is the awareness that Allah (SWT) is always present, fully observant of every external deed and internal intention, and absolutely knowledgeable of even the most fleeting thoughts that pass silently through our hearts. This profound reality, embedded throughout The Quran […]
The physics of light and divine guidance: how The Quran builds a unified vision of reality
Light is one of the few realities that every human being encounters, yet few fully comprehend. It is ordinary enough to fill a room and extraordinary enough to govern the behavior of the universe. It shapes biological life, determines the rhythm of time, and remains one of the most mysterious entities studied in modern physics. […]
Stories of the Anbiya: Who was the blueprint of mankind?
Stories of the Anbiya is a new series exploring the lives of the prophets mentioned in The Quran. Through these narratives, we aim to uncover not only the historical journeys of the prophets but also the timeless truths they reveal about the human soul, the struggle for justice, and the meaning of faith in a fractured […]
From the Dajjal to the rising sun: Everything that will happen before and on the Day of Judgment
There is no concept in Islam that sobers the heart, humbles the intellect, and awakens the conscience quite like Yawm al-Qiyammah – the Day of Judgment. It is not a doctrine that we must memorize when we learn about the five pillars of Islam or a theological belief to be checked off as part of one’s faith. […]
How Islam frames the world of dreams and the unseen
Every night, the world grows quiet. We lie down, close our eyes, and drift into a different kind of reality, one we can’t control, one that feels both familiar and strange. Sometimes, we wake up with our hearts racing, remembering nightmares we can’t explain. Other times, we hold onto a beautiful image or message that […]
You keep hearing about the jinn, but do you know what they actually are?
Among the many unseen creations of Allah (SWT), the jinn hold a unique place in the Islamic worldview. Often spoken of with curiosity, fear, or fascination, jinn are real beings who live among us, yet remain hidden from our physical senses. Unfortunately, for many Muslims today, especially the younger generation, what they know about jinn is often shaped by pop culture, […]
If my life is already written, then what’s the point?
The beauty of divinity and paradox within Islamic philosophy The paradox between free will and divine knowledge is one of the most challenging and enduring questions in Islamic theology, also known as ‘ilm al-kalaam, engaging scholars from the earliest generations of Islam to the modern day. How can human beings possess moral responsibility if all is foreknown […]
The Man the Angels Were Shy Around: Reflecting on the Character of Uthman ibn Affan (RA)
Uthman ibn Affan (RA) may not have been the most outspoken or commanding figure among the companions, but his quiet strength, deep faith, and generosity left a lasting imprint on the history of Islam. He was a man who led not through force, but through character, and he was known for his modesty, his love […]
The engineering of a raindrop
Rain is one of the most familiar elements of nature; a routine part of our lives that we often take for granted. We witness it fall from the sky, soak into the earth, and bring forth new life, yet few pause to reflect deeply into what it represents. For the believer, rain is far more […]
