What does ‘coddling’ mean? It means to be overprotective. This article is a summary of some of my thoughts about...
Eighty years ago this month (November) marked the start of one of the most dramatic and bitter independence wars in the twentieth century: the liberation of...
In a world where spiritual leaders are often held in high regard, stories of their moral failings can be particularly distressing. These individuals are expected to...
Israel has reacted with outrage after the International Criminal Court issued a warrant for the arrest of its prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu-Mileikowski for war crimes during...
In the Name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful Recent events exposing systemic abuse in various Islamic and other religious institutions call us to immediate corrective,...
Reading Time Summary Transcript: ~2 minutes Full Transcript: ~33 minutes Learning Objectives Understand the Distinction Between a Scholar and a Worshipper: Explain the difference between the...
The issue of spiritual abuse by religious leaders in Muslim communities is quite a painful matter. This article explores the nature of spiritual abuse, its impact...
Introduction to the “Family Troubles of the Prophets” Series Many of us come from troubled, or even “difficult,” families. Along with the struggles we experience because...
Dear Resilient Soul, As your fellow Muslim sister (and also someone trained in trauma-informed care), I write this letter to offer my support, validation, and solidarity...
Virtues of Surah Al-Kahf It was reported that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said “Whoever reads Surah Al-Kahf on the day of Jumu’ah, will have a...
