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 […]
What are the seven layers of Hell in Islam, and who will enter them?
Hell is not a concept to be brushed aside or spoken of lightly. In Islam, the reality of Jahannam, or Hellfire, is one of the core elements of our belief in the unseen – the ghayb. It is part of our belief in the Last Day, one of the six pillars of faith – also known as arkan al-iman, […]
The Quran and Sunnah are the Islamic blueprints for peaceful resistance
In the dusty valley of Ta’if, the Messenger of Allah (SAW) stood with bleeding feet and a heavy heart. He (SAW) had come with a message, and his intention was not to conquer the lands, but to invite people towards a path of righteousness. He (SAW) spoke calmly to the leaders of the town, hoping […]
Why a civilization can never flourish without the elderly
In many homes, we often find that there is a quiet space that is maybe overlooked on a day-to-day basis, but carries the most tranquility and blessings that is not found anywhere else in the household. Perhaps near the window, where the morning light falls most softly, a worn chair has been placed with a […]
The neuroscience of Salaah: How prayer rewires the brain
Have you ever had that moment in your life when everything around you feels super overwhelming, and everything that you thought you had under control suddenly feels so chaotic and disorganized? For example, you find that suddenly deadlines are piling up at work or school, you have an influx of messages that you have to […]
Why Islam was always ahead on human rights
When the phrase “human rights” comes up, most people think of events that have happened in modern history such as The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948), the Civil Rights Act (1964), the Geneva Conventions (1864~), or the abolition of slavery in the 19th century. These moments are celebrated as milestones where humanity finally recognized […]
When culture clashes with Islam, what should you follow?
In every society, human beings live by two invisible forces: culture and religion. Both shape how we think, behave, and belong. Both offer guidance, meaning, and a sense of order. But while they often coexist in harmony, there are moments, sometimes quiet, sometimes explosive, when they clash. Culture is the set of customs, values, behaviors, and shared […]
What does the heart of a Prophet look like?
The emotional intelligence of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW) In an age where emotional intelligence is praised as a hallmark of effective leadership, great character, and self-mastery, the life of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) stands as a shining, timeless example. Long before modern psychology coined the term “emotional intelligence” in the 1990s, and long before self-mastery […]
