In a world ravaged by debates over masculinity and femininity, Muslims are left wondering what Islam says about men and masculine traits. Characteristics such as courage,...
In this episode of The MuslimMatters Podcast, Zainab bint Younus speaks to Hadia Mubarak, author of the new and fascinating book “Rebellious Wives, Neglectful Husbands: Controversies...
Is beating kids just a part of “traditional Islamic studies”? Is it true that there are blessings associated with physical punishment for students of Qur’an? Or...
Is Harry Potter haram? Muslim parents and kids alike have been asking this question for over two decades, and it’s still hard to find a definitive...
How many Muslim women actually experience domestic violence? Do Muslim women’s shelters ruin families? What about keeping Muslim families intact? In this episode of the MuslimMatters Podcast,...
Introducing ShaykhaTalk – a new MM podcast mini-series with female Islamic scholars! This first episode is with Shaykha Umm Jamaal ud-Din, where she explores her journey...
Parents are constantly worried about how to raise their children to be good Muslims. Dr. Muhammad Wajid Akhter recently wrote on this topic in the article...
What’s the best form of Islamic education for kids? Islamic school? Boarding school? Sunday school at the masjid? A traditional madrasah? And what role do parents...
Trigger warning: pregnancy loss and miscarriage Pregnancy losses in the first trimester of a pregnancy are so common, yet for some reason are taboo to talk...
Excitement is in the air as the last 10 nights of Ramadan have arrived! But for some people – especially busy mothers or menstruating women –...