إِنَّ أَوَّلَ بَيْتٍ وُضِعَ لِلنَّاسِ لَلَّذِى بِبَكَّةَ مُبَارَكًا وَهُدًى لِّلْعَـٰلَمِينَ Indeed, the first House [of worship] established for mankind was that at Bakkah [i.e., Makkah] - blessed and a guidance for the worlds. [Surah Ali 'Imran 3:96] After...
Ibn Battuta traversed continents, which saw him travelling to more than 40 countries in the span of about three decades. Having travelled more than 75,000 miles or 120,000 kilometres in the 14th century, he would have undoubtedly garnered hundreds of thousands, if not...
Fathers are largely deemed as the anchor of the family. Typically, society at large compounded by images perpetuated in the mainstream media have painted fatherhood as a tough role and position to occupy. In modern and contemporary societies the world over, they are...
One of the greatest Prophets, Prophet Ibrahim’s life was full of hardships. However, the most poignant value that we learn from his stories is his immense tawakkul in Allah and his acceptance of faith. During his lifetime he faced a multitude of challenges, yet his...
Globally as people gear up to travel anywhere and everywhere, we bring to you travel tips that our Prophet ﷺ practiced during his lifetime. These will help enhance your travel experience while you practice your faith without any hindrance. No matter what generation or...
When celebrating Eid, it is tradition typically to hand out cash to young children and even participate in gift giving and exchange among family members and friends. While we are still immersed in celebratory spirits, there are still lessons to be gleaned from...
We have come to accept masking as an ubiquitous part of life since the turbulent waves of Covid-19 crashed dramatically into our lives more than two years ago. Generally, the global Muslim community has come to implement it as part of our daily jihad in the fight...
Your friends can be brutally honest, your partner extremely reliable. Can you relate to the salty and sugary natures of others? Have you given a thought about how others around you perceive you both in your personal and professional life? Think of your life as an...
Muslims worldwide are counting the days in anticipation of Ramadan. Yearly, most would be familiar with the often repeated questions from their non-Muslim counterparts who are curious about the preamble to Eid. Look no further, here is the first installment of the...
The future is already here. When religious piety and faith bleed into the online landscape of the metaverse with content delivered and driven by virtual faith influencers, how would global Muslims react? And, by extension, what does this mean for the evolution of...
After a person enters Islam, Allah gives him the quest to learn more about Islam. Many a time reverts find it confusing to pick the most authentic book on Islam. Here We are listing some authentic and valuable books on Islam which will let you learn the different...
Muslim women. Bold, creative, courageous, dynamic, teachers, doctors, mothers, caregivers, artists, journalists... The list is endless. We share a list of 5 fascinating women in the world of sports who have and are creating ripples across the community and the rest of...
Mansa Musa was a devout Muslim, known for his prosperous reign of 25 years (1312 - 1337 CE) and his extravagant journey to Mecca. His grand travels and massive caravans intrigued many through the 14th century. Centuries later, he is still considered the wealthiest man...
Striving for Success Quran al-Kareem is a school. Allah teaches us through the stories of the prophets. It is a guide for believers on how to be prosperous Muslims. Tawakkul allowed them to brave every obstacle that came their way. They sacrificed but never gave up....
Follow the money. Sniff out financial opportunities. Monitor the market trends which are constantly evolving. Manage your portfolio through diversification. The above-mentioned are some of the often heard advice or tips for those who are keen to generate multiple...
Striving for Success Striving for success is a process. Would you call it a success if there were no struggles, obstacles, and a leap of faith involved? The prophets of Allah have wandered this blessed planet to guide humankind. Was their journey difficult? Yes. Did...
Isn’t it hard for everyone of us to forgive the ones who hurt us, betray us, the ones who break our hearts? We are often hurt by the people who are closest to us so it’s natural for the wound to go deeper than the hurt you may endure through a stranger. Largely...
Love. A powerful word that conveys a gossamer layer of feelings and emotions. A true enigma that has been contemplated for centuries by generations of thinkers and philosophers. At times, its infliction could send an individual to spiral into derangement when it is...
What on Earth Is An NFT? NFT stands for Non-Fungible Token. The terms ‘non’ and ‘token’ are simple to understand. It’s the ‘Fungible’ part that has people raising their brows. Commodities, shares, and dollar bills are simple examples of fungible goods. Something that...
Why Is It Called The Islamic Golden Age? 751 CE: Chinese prisoners revealed the art of papermaking after the Muslim victory in the first and only military clash with the Chinese in the Battle of Talas. Multiple paper mills were built in Baghdad. This technology...
Hundreds of young men auditioned. Some wore jeans and t-shirts while others were more conservative in their dressing by opting for an ankle-length shirt, with long sleeves. As a performative signifier, their choice of dressing showed that this group of young hopefuls...
I Feel Stuck In The Past Many still feel guilty about past sins despite repenting. cant let go of people that used to be a part of their lives or accept that things change in ways we dont always get. Some also wish they could go back and enjoy moments or think they'd...
وعن ابن عمر رضي الله عنهما، أن رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم قال: "بني الإسلام على خمس: شهادة أن لا إله إلا الله وأن محمدًا عبده ورسوله، إقام الصلاة، وإيتاء الزكاة، وحج البيت، وصوم رمضان" ((متفق عليه)) . Ibn 'Umar (May Allah be pleased with him)...
While I love reading fiction and the escapism it can bring, I also really enjoy the depth, expertise and range of nonfiction literature. Here are a few titles I have absolutely loved! 1. In My Mother's Footsteps by Mona Hajjar Halaby Mona Hajjar Halaby's memoir is...
Climate change is here to stay and it is not a hoax. It has essentially morphed into a climate emergency! What Have We Done?!: Reverberating Repercussions Following more than two hundred years of industrialisation perpetuated by human activities, increased scale and...
As of now, the world of business has a new favourite buzzword: Journey. It is used to describe anything and everything that touches the business world so it is heterogeneous in character, akin to the multiplicity of identities of Muslims living and working in the...
Sleeping is a blessing that Allah has bestowed on humankind. It is essential for our body. The deprivation of sleep leads to innumerable physical and mental ailments throughout our lifetime. We tend to get distracted by anything and everything. Our devices, social...
The Series Allah In My Art is a humble effort to explore elements of the Islamic Arts through a perspective of faith and understanding of Allah through the eyes of an artist. The Inspiration ٱللَّهُ نُورُ ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَٱلْأَرْضِ ۚ مَثَلُ نُورِهِۦ كَمِشْكَوٰةٍ...
The Series Allah In My Art is a humble effort to explore elements of the Islamic arts through a perspective of faith and understanding of Allah through the eyes of an artist. The Inspiration وَلِلَّهِ ٱلْمَشْرِقُ وَٱلْمَغْرِبُ ۚ فَأَيْنَمَا تُوَلُّوا۟ فَثَمَّ وَجْهُ...
In 365 days, how many days do we dedicate ourselves to the betterment of other human beings through charity work? With the pandemic, the opportunities to immerse ourselves and families in charity work would drastically diminish in the face of health and safety...
