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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Choose your friends like your akhirah depends on it
If you died tonight, would your friends be the type to make dua for you all night as you endure the hardships of the grave? Or would they forget about you? Are the people you call your “closest friends” helping you build your akhirah or are they only helping you get pleasures from this dunya? Are they the type of […]
How to make The Quran meaningful again for the next generation
In today’s digital era, young Muslims face a unique set of challenges such as identity confusion, peer pressure, mental health struggles, and an overwhelming sense of information overload (through media consumed on social media for long hours). Amid these pressures, many youth feel increasingly disconnected from The Quran. To them, it may appear distant, difficult […]
5 times The Quran literally understood what you’re going through
You’re lying in bed at 2 a.m., doomscrolling through your phone, your thumb swiping through videos, images, and feeds on every social media platform that you have. You switch between Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, you’ve checked every message twice, and when you finally lock your phone and put it next to you on the bed with […]
The deeds that rewarded her the greatest husband on earth
In every generation, Allah (SWT) chooses certain individuals whose faith, intellect, and presence serve as guiding lights for the rest of the Ummah. One such radiant figure is Lady Umm Salamah bint Abi Umayyah, and she was a woman of profound courage, grace, and insight. Often remembered as one of the noble Mother of the […]