The Caliphate of ʿUmar ibn al-Khattab (RA): A Legacy of Justice, Courage, and Devotion
Long before the rise of the Islamic empire, a man walked in Arabia with such presence that even his enemies paused. ʿUmar ibn al-Khattab (RA) was tall, broad-shouldered, and physically imposing. His skin was fair with a reddish hue, and his voice was deep and commanding. He was known to walk so fast that people struggled to […]
The Psychology of sin: A journey through the soul
Sin, in the Islamic worldview, is a deeply existential and psychological event. It is the moment when human beings, endowed with divine guidance from The Quran and moral awareness, act in contradiction to their inner moral compass and their divine purpose, the latter of which is to please Allah (SWT). Islam treats sin with remarkable […]
When a slave became the voice of Islam
The desert sun was merciless. Blazing down on the sands of Makkah, it spared no one – least of all the man lying flat on his back, a heavy stone crushing his chest, his skin searing against the scorched earth. His lips were cracked. His hands trembled. And yet, from somewhere deep within him, a single word […]
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 […]
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 […]
