The Power Of The Qur’an In Changing Our Societies
By Imam Murtadha Gusau In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah. I testify that there is no deity worthy of … Read More
Category: Islamic Discourse
No Coffins in the Grave: Why Muslims Choose Earth Over Box
Islamic burial rites shun grandeur in favour of humility, equality, and a natural return to dust, rooted in prophetic tradition and practiced till date By Abdullahi Yusuf In many parts … Read More
Why Muslim Women May Not Attend Burials
While not strictly prohibited by Islamic law, cultural expectations, modesty, and emotional reasons keep many women away from the graveside. By Abdullahi Yusuf In many parts of the Muslim world, … Read More
Mourning the Dead in Black: The Islamic Ruling
By Abdullahi Yusuf As news of funerals often fills our timelines in and communities, one image remains constant: mourners draped in black, their faces somber, their clothing echoing centuries of … Read More
Understanding the Hijri Calendar
By W.A.O. Akewusola, Esq. “Verily, the number of months with Allah is twelve months (in a year), so was it ordained by Allah on the Day when He created the … Read More
Ashura Approaches as Sacred Month of Muharram Begins, Marking 1447 AH
All You Need to Know About the Month of Allah, Its Virtues, and the Significance of Ashura By Abdullahi Yusuf What is Muharram? Muharram is the first month of the Islamic … Read More
Shaykh Abdus-Salam Yusuf Alikinla Al-Adabiyy (1903–1960)
Prominent Scholars in Nigeria and Some of Their Contributions Shaykh Abdus- Salām Yusuf Alikinla Al-Adabiyy came to limelight in 1950, as an accomplished scholar in Yoruba land. Most of his … Read More
Arafah: What you need to know
By Abdullahi Yusuf Also known as Jabal ar-Rahman, Mount Arafah is located in the southeast of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. On the 9th of Dhul Hijjah, Muslim pilgrims leave Mina for … Read More
Sacrifice In Leadership: Lessons from Eid Al-Adha
By Imam Murtadha Gusau In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His peace and blessings be … Read More
What to Know About Udhiyah
By Abdullahi Yusuf Muslims around the world prepare their hearts and homes for the commemoration of Eid al-Adha, a celebration deeply rooted in faith, obedience, and selflessness. At the heart … Read More