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Changed by the Qur’an
Changed by the Qur’an is intended as a practical guide to remove the spiritual and intellectual barriers between every Muslim and their personal transformative relationship with the Qur’an
Secrets of Salah: The Hidden Gems of Prayer (Companion Journal)
The Secrets of Salah: The Hidden Gems of Prayer companion journal helps Muslims improve their prayer. It includes commentary and gems for each step of salah, and journaling space for your reflections on your journey to life-changing prayers.
Toward an Islamic Ethics and Fiqh of Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Mohamed AbuTalebArtificial intelligence (AI) has moved rapidly from the realm of futuristic speculation to an indispensable part of modern life. Embedded in everyday technologies, AI now fundamentally shapes how we communicate, work, and interact with the world. The scale, speed, and reach of AI’s integration into...
Female Scholars in Islamic History: Revisiting Their Pivotal Role
Jude ElziqPicture this: It is the nineteenth century, and we are seated in the halls of a European university library. This academic space is predominantly male-exclusive, its tall shelves lined with literature authored almost entirely by men. Between these shelves stands Ignác Goldziher, a Hungarian...
Why Silence Is Not Neutral: The Bystander Effect and Moral Responsibility in Islam | Blog
Dr. Jibran KhokharCenturies before modern psychology named the bystander effect, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ articulated a moral framework that directly addressed its dangers. He said: The parable of those who respect the limits of Allah and those who violate them is that of people who board a ship after casting lots....
It’s Not Just an Iftar: The Power of Community in Ramadan | Blog
Shaimaa Kraba“Once upon a time . . . ” is how most fairy tales begin. In real life, it’s how single mothers begin sentences about who they were before everything changed. There was a time we believed life would be beautiful for us. Somewhere along the way, that kind of beauty became harder to reach. Not by...
Ayatul Kursi is one of the most important verses in the Qur’an. It is known as the greatest verse in the Qur’an and should be memorized, understood, and often recited. It serves as a daily means of protection from worldly harm, and also as a means of protection from unseen sources of harm.
Building Resilience: The Psychology Behind Raising Unapologetic Muslim Children
Sarah SultanWhat does Islam teach us about raising resilient children? Explore a holistic and psychological approach towards Islamic parenting, rooted in the worship and connection with God.
How can you engage your inner self when reciting Qur’an? Here are 10 necessary acts for a focused and meaningful engagement with the Qur’an.
Learn about the virtues of fasting in general, the spirit of the practice, why we fast, and what moral, psychological, and spiritual outcomes are desired.
Pursuing Yaqeen: How to Build Unshakeable Faith and Trust in God | Blog
Sh. Mohammad ElshinawyThe meaning of Yaqeen in Islam And [recall] when Abraham said, “My Lord, show me how You give life to the dead.” He said, “Do you not believe?” Abraham said, “Of course, I do, but just so my heart can be reassured.” The fortification of one’s faith should occupy the mind of every virtuous person...
Ayatul Kursi is one of the most important verses in the Qur’an. It is known as the greatest verse in the Qur’an and should be memorized, understood, and often recited. It serves as a daily means of protection from worldly harm, and also as a means of protection from unseen sources of harm.
Building Resilience: The Psychology Behind Raising Unapologetic Muslim Children
Sarah SultanWhat does Islam teach us about raising resilient children? Explore a holistic and psychological approach towards Islamic parenting, rooted in the worship and connection with God.
How can you engage your inner self when reciting Qur’an? Here are 10 necessary acts for a focused and meaningful engagement with the Qur’an.
Learn about the virtues of fasting in general, the spirit of the practice, why we fast, and what moral, psychological, and spiritual outcomes are desired.
Pursuing Yaqeen: How to Build Unshakeable Faith and Trust in God | Blog
Sh. Mohammad ElshinawyThe meaning of Yaqeen in Islam And [recall] when Abraham said, “My Lord, show me how You give life to the dead.” He said, “Do you not believe?” Abraham said, “Of course, I do, but just so my heart can be reassured.” The fortification of one’s faith should occupy the mind of every virtuous person...
How to Make Dua: The Etiquette of Calling upon Allah | Blog
Roohi Tahir
Call on Me and I will answer you…” How many times have you read these words and thought, “Does this really apply to me?” The good thing is, it’s not about who you are; it’s about who He is. The directive sounds simple, yet for so many of us, talking to God doesn’t come naturally—at least, not in...
The Meaning of Allah's Name Al-Latif: The Most Subtle
Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
What does Allah's name, Al-Latif mean? Explore the meaning and benefits of Allah's name, Al-Latif and why God is known as the most subtle towards his servants.
How to Channel Your Anger For Palestine | Blog
Yaqeen Institute
The Palestinians have been murdered twice – once by the Israeli army and once by the Western media. Our emotions are intense these days. The horrific images and exposure to propaganda have taken us on an emotional roller coaster, most often leaving us feeling rage. We are infuriated at the Zionist...
The Meaning of Allah's Name Al-Wadūd: Seeking The Love of Allah
Anonymous Guest Author
Most theistic religions, including Islam, affirm love as one of the divine attributes of God, our Creator. It is considered a virtue by many people to selflessly love others for God’s sake, or to love others as oneself. However, a common criticism we hear against Islam today is that Muslims...
The Last Ten Nights on Your Period | Blog
Jinan Yousef
Many women worry that getting their menstruation during a blessed time could be a sign of Allah's displeasure. But the Prophet ﷺ comforted Aisha (rA) and all of us by banishing the thought.
How to Make Dua: The Etiquette of Calling upon Allah | Blog
Roohi Tahir
Call on Me and I will answer you…” How many times have you read these words and thought, “Does this really apply to me?” The good thing is, it’s not about who you are; it’s about who He is. The directive sounds simple, yet for so many of us, talking to God doesn’t come naturally—at least, not in...
The Meaning of Allah's Name Al-Latif: The Most Subtle
Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
What does Allah's name, Al-Latif mean? Explore the meaning and benefits of Allah's name, Al-Latif and why God is known as the most subtle towards his servants.
How to Channel Your Anger For Palestine | Blog
Yaqeen Institute
The Palestinians have been murdered twice – once by the Israeli army and once by the Western media. Our emotions are intense these days. The horrific images and exposure to propaganda have taken us on an emotional roller coaster, most often leaving us feeling rage. We are infuriated at the Zionist...
The Meaning of Allah's Name Al-Wadūd: Seeking The Love of Allah
Anonymous Guest Author
Most theistic religions, including Islam, affirm love as one of the divine attributes of God, our Creator. It is considered a virtue by many people to selflessly love others for God’s sake, or to love others as oneself. However, a common criticism we hear against Islam today is that Muslims...
The Last Ten Nights on Your Period | Blog
Jinan Yousef
Many women worry that getting their menstruation during a blessed time could be a sign of Allah's displeasure. But the Prophet ﷺ comforted Aisha (rA) and all of us by banishing the thought.
Intersectionality and Palestine Solidarity: Why Muslims Need to Lead the Gaza Protests | Blog
Tom Facchine
Imam Tom explains why Muslims need to lead the Gaza protests and what Islamically-compliant alliances and coalitions with Muslim and non-Muslim groups looks like.
“Blood Soaked Keys to Jerusalem”: Why We Must Stand With The People of Syria | Blog
Dr. Ovamir Anjum
“Who would dare to touch the keys to Jerusalem if they were handed to us soaked in the blood of the children of Idlib?” reads a Palestinian placard days before the resistance took Damascus, marking the fall of the Assad regime on December 7th, 2024, after more than half a century of one of the most...
Dr. Jibran Khokhar
Living through economic whiplash Last winter, after his usual nine-to-five job, a young father in Michigan found himself taking on extra work driving for food delivery apps late into the night. Prices had climbed, his rent had doubled, and he was still trying to keep his kids warm in a drafty...
Going Back to Dates and Milk: Palestinian Resistance and Living with Less | Blog
Tom Facchine
I stood in the basement with my landlord, the lights from our phones bobbing over the hot water heater which had suddenly stopped working in late November. Not having hot water isn’t a huge deal, but in this particular house the heating system runs off the hot water heater, so no hot water also...
How to Channel Your Anger For Palestine | Blog
Yaqeen Institute
The Palestinians have been murdered twice – once by the Israeli army and once by the Western media. Our emotions are intense these days. The horrific images and exposure to propaganda have taken us on an emotional roller coaster, most often leaving us feeling rage. We are infuriated at the Zionist...
