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 […]
Islamic Philosophy was way ahead of its time, and here’s why
From the earliest centuries of Islamic history, Muslims have asked deep questions about the universe, existence, the human soul, ethics, and the nature of God. These are philosophical questions that demand careful thinking and deep reflection. But how does Islam, a religion based on divine revelation, interact with philosophy, a field based on human reasoning? […]
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, […]
Islam has never told us to remain silent about mental health, so why are we?
Each year on World Mental Health Day, communities rally to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and advocate for better care. For Muslims, this day presents a blessed opportunity to reclaim an integrated vision of healing, one that begins with The Quran, the Sunnah, and our spiritual heritage, and then invites science in as a helpful ally rather […]
Mass incarceration and Islam: What prison dawah teaches us about reforming society
Imagine a young man in a prison cell. He is stripped of freedom, dignity, and routine, and he sits alone with his thoughts. For many, incarceration is a place of despair. Yet, for some, that space becomes fertile ground for spiritual awakening. In the silence of confinement, many turn to The Quran, to reflection, and […]
How Muslim teachers are the frontliners of faith and identity on World Teachers’ Day
Every life begins with some form of learning. For example, before a child knows how to walk, they begin to observe the movement of the legs of the people around them. Before they speak, they listen attentively and with wide eyes at the first lessons they receive in life, of language, of conduct, of meaning, […]
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 […]
