The subject of female Islamic scholarship has slowly begun to gather more attention over the last decade or so, spearheaded in many ways by the incredible...
It is becoming increasingly common these days to come across people who say things like, “I am all for spirituality, but not religion,” and, “I do...
(This article was originally posted at ibnabeeomar.com. To follow Omar’s work please subscribe to his email list.) I was excited, as a teenager, to join the...
In recent years, I have noticed an increase in the number of Western Muslims celebrating Christmas in different capacities. This may be more understandable for those...
The terms “social justice” and “activism” are fairly new within public discourse, but their essence and meanings are not new to the Islamic tradition. In many...
If you’re inviting a Muslim guest to a wedding, celebration, special event, or other types of gatherings, you may be wondering how to accommodate them and...
December 3rd marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly resolution back in 1992. It...
Thanksgiving. Thankstaking. Truthsgiving. These are all names associated with the national holiday in the United States of America which today revolves around a feast involving a...
This week President Joe Biden signed an order to address the ‘crisis of violence’ against Native Americans. The order directs federal agencies, including the departments of...
I remember the time when asking the Subway sandwich artist to change their gloves upon taking my order was an anxiety-inducing moment for me every single...
