THE PEOPLE OF this world are like passengers on a ship journeying across the sea. During their voyage, the ship halts at a beautiful island. The captain announces that they may go ashore for a short time but warns them not to linger too long. The passengers disembark and wander in various directions. The wisest … Continue reading Left Behind on the Island: The Danger of Worldly Distraction
A QUIET KNOCK on the door. It was late. But Abu Bakr (ra) had been expecting it. He had been ready for this moment ever since the Prophet ﷺ told him that Allah had granted him permission to emigrate. Abu Bakr (ra) had prayed to be chosen as the companion on this momentous and dangerous … Continue reading 1447 Years: History, Meaning and Relevance of the Hijrah Today
SOME IN OUR community express that we were better off under the iron fists of rulers like Saddam, Gaddafi, and Mubarak than under those who have replaced them since the Arab Spring. As they watch, helplessly, the unimaginable horror unfold in Gaza they ask: Surely, the old guard would not have stood by silently in … Continue reading From Complaint to Commitment: Building What Allah Commands
IN THE SIXTH year after the Hijrah, the Messenger of Allah ﷺ saw a dream in which he was performing the rites of Hajj. The dreams of the prophets are divine revelation, so he shared it with the Sahabah. Imagine the excitement that rippled through them—especially among the Muhajirun. Finally, after years of exile, they … Continue reading Tribalism: Past and Present
SUMMER CAN BE a challenging time for Muslims living in the West. As the temperature goes up, the clothes come off. Five things that we can do to protect ourselves. 1. Lower the gaze قُل لِّلْمُؤْمِنِينَ يَغُضُّوا۟ مِنْ أَبْصَـٰرِهِمْ وَيَحْفَظُوا۟ فُرُوجَهُمْ ۚ ذَٰلِكَ أَزْكَىٰ لَهُمْ ۗ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ خَبِيرٌۢ بِمَا يَصْنَعُونَ ‘Tell the believing men … Continue reading From Gaze to Guidance: Remedies for a Summer Trial
“O IBRAHIM! WHERE are you going? Are you going to leave us in this valley where there is neither human nor living creature?” Hajar repeated. But Ibrahim (as) did not answer. Finally, she asked him: “Has Allah commanded you to do so?” He answered: “Yes.” “Then He will not neglect us!” At that point, she … Continue reading Today’s Struggle, Tomorrow’s History: A Lesson From the Life of Hajar
WE ARE IN the most sacred days of the Islamic calendar—the days of Dhul Hijjah, days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than any other time of the year. But whilst we strive to accumulate our good deeds in these sacred days, are we missing something deeper. A lesson… a reminder… and … Continue reading Sacred Days, Broken Bonds
STORYTELLING REMAINS ONE of the most powerful ways to convey a concept or lesson. Interestingly, while the Qur’an provides many verses outlining the rules of marriage, it includes very few stories that demonstrate marriage through the lives of the Prophets. One notable exception, however, is found in the story of Musa (as), and it holds … Continue reading The Story of Musa (as) and Marriage: Timeless Lessons
“WHOEVER AMONG YOU sees evil, let him change it with his hand. If he cannot do so, then with his tongue. If he cannot do so, then with his heart—and that is the weakest level of iman.” (Muslim) This profound hadith of the Prophet ﷺ reflects the strength and responsibility of iman. It touches on … Continue reading With Hand, Tongue and Heart: Changing Evil Through Prophetic Guidance
DURING THE HIGH-profile visit to the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a staggering $3.6 trillion in investment agreements with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. These deals, spanning sectors like defence, aviation, and artificial intelligence, were sealed alongside lavish banquets and business showcases. Dozens of American business leaders accompanied him, eager … Continue reading $3,600,000,000,000: Enough to End Poverty
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