Rare Steak: Is the Red Juice Halal?
By Abdullahi Yusuf Many Muslims wonder whether eating a rare or medium-rare steak is permissible in Islam. The main concern comes from the red or pink liquid that appears when … Read More
Category: Islamic Discourse
Mawlid 2026: 10 Things to Know About Prophet Muhammad’s Birth
From its disputed date to centuries-old observances, here is what Muslims around the world mark, and why some do not By Abdullahi Yusuf Muslims in Nigeria and communities across the … Read More
Mawlid: AmeenuLlahi Akoshile Urges Muslims to Turn Faith Into Service
Tiuaniyya Khalifa calls for charity, reconciliation and compassion as Muslims mark the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) By Abdullahi Yusuf The Grand Khalifah of Faydah Tijaniyyah in … Read More
The Hijri Calendar: The Decision That Changed Islamic History
Established during the caliphate of Umar ibn al-Khattab, the Islamic calendar became one of the foundations of Muslim governance, worship and civilisational identity. By Dr. Huseyn Zakaria The Hijri calendar … Read More
The Veil and the Status of Women in Islam (Part 3 of 3)
The veil and its meaning in Islam and the Judeo-Christian tradition, as well as a brief look at the Islamic stance towards women. Part 3: Status of women in some … Read More
The Veil and the Status of Women in Islam (Part 2 of 3)
The veil and its meaning in Islam and the Judeo-Christian tradition, as well as a brief look at the Islamic stance towards women. Part 2: Women in relation to sex, … Read More
The Veil and the Status of Women in Islam (Part 1 of 3)
The veil and its meaning in Islam and the Judeo-Christian tradition, as well as a brief look at the Islamic stance towards women. Part 1: The concept of veiling in … Read More
The Husband Islam Calls You to Be
God instructs men to be nice to their wives and to treat them well to the best of their ability: “…And live with them in kindness…” (Quran 4:19) By Abdullahi … Read More
When the Truth Was Recognised but Not Followed (Part 2 of 2)
Those who recognise Islam as the truth should not allow fear of people to stand between them and Allah. By Abdullahi Yusuf The stories of Heraclius, the Byzantine emperor, and … Read More
When the Truth Was Recognised but Not Followed (Part 1 of 2)
The story of two influential men who acknowledged Islam’s message but ultimately chose another path. By Abdullahi Yusuf Throughout Islamic history, there are accounts of individuals who encountered the message … Read More