[This three-part article is a summary of some of my thoughts about the current state of the Western Muslim community โ inspired by Jonathan Haidtโs book,...
Recap of the โFamily Troubles of the Prophetsโ Series Also in this series: Sibling Rivalries Gone Wild [Part 1] Thereโs no such thing as a perfect...
What does โcoddlingโ mean? It means to be overprotective. This article is a summary of some of my thoughts about the current state of the Western...
If you want advice โ death is sufficient, says Muslim scholar Bediรผzzaman Said Nursi. True. Every time I visit the gravesite of my sweet three-year-old Meryem,...
For Muslims in the West โ whether born Muslims, or converts โ the Christmas season is a time of mixed feelings. With sparkling lights and catchy...
Twinkling lights, cheery music, traditional food, and exchanging presents with family and friendsโฆ the Christmas season comes with a great deal of nostalgia and emotional challenges...
What is a Walฤซ of Allah ? The greatest identifier of an Islamic role model is their devotion to their Lord. Many of our righteous predecessors...
Spiritual abuse, a complex and insidious harm, can deeply impact oneโs connection with faith and self, especially when leaders misuse religious authority to manipulate, shame, or...
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...
โDoes reading about jinn make Muslim kids want to do black magic or communicate with jinn?โ โHow can Muslim writers include Islamic teachings and beliefs in...