This past week, we witnessed the tragic death of young Rayan, a 5-year-old boy who fell into a well in rural Chefchaouen, Morocco and was trapped for four days whilst workers toiled tirelessly to rescue him and as hundreds of villagers looked on in anticipation of the boy’s safety. Rayan’s accident, and eventual tragedy, garnered […]

The month of Rajab is described as one of four sacred months in the Islamic calendar. Findings from the fields of psychology and neuroscience have established that it takes between 21 and 40 days to create a habit, and about 90 days to create a new lifestyle. When we delve deeper into our faith, we […]

When we think of basic human necessities, food, water, and shelter are usually the first things that come to mind. In an increasingly globalized and tech-oriented world, the internet is one resource that has almost become essential to life today. The internet helps us conduct our work and education, with the scope of online activities […]

Ummul Baneen, a symbol of patience, sacrifice and strength. We live in a society that encourages us to be very self-serving. To cater to our whims, and eliminate any causes for discomfort in our environments, whether they are physical, mental, or emotional. To gratify ourselves and amplify our individual experience of happiness and pleasure and […]

Of all examples in Islamic history that exemplify justice and the need to stand up for one’s rights, Lady Fatima (AS) stands out as a pinnacle. In a historic speech known as the sermon of Fadak, Lady Fatima (AS) spoke out publicly when she was denied the right to her inheritance following the death of […]

“Winter is the best season for the believer,” according to the Holy Prophet (SAW), because “its nights are long for him to pray in, and its days are short for him to fast in.” There are many reasons why your winter donations are critical! For many, winter is the harshest time of the year because […]

Death is an inevitable reality for everyone on this earth, “for every soul shall taste of death” (Quran 3:185). But what we leave behind can potentially have a lasting impact for generations to come. The wasiyat is the Arabic word for the will. In Islam, while it is not mandatory to create a will, it […]

Embodying generosity as a way of living is a pinnacle of success in Islam, both personally and socially. The Quran is replete with verses on the benefits of giving in charity, benefits that do not only extend to the recipients of charity. The Quran illustrates how charity is an act that purifies the soul — […]