Islam’s View on Fanaticism
By Mohammad Yaqub Nayel Fanaticism is a sign of ignorance: Anyone who has even a bit of fanaticism or prejudice is in ignorance to that extent. This is stated in … Read More
Category: Islamic Discourse
Can She Travel Alone? Scholars Weigh in on the Mahram Question
There are different opinions from the scholars on travelling without a mahram. It is up to the individual to choose which opinion he or she is comfortable with. By Abdullahi … Read More
Prophet Yunus’s (A.S.) Prayer – English Text
We can learn about patience and sincerity through calamities and hardships. Although we may feel distressed and lost, we should never underestimate Allah s.w.t’s power to put us in a … Read More
Who is Sheikh Adam Abdullah Al-Ilory?
By Femi Abbas Preamble In 1999, at the twilight of the 20th century, the management of The News Magazine, led by Mr. Bayo Onanuga (now the Director-General of the News … Read More
Azan and the Words That Follow
By Abdullahi Yusuf Azan is the Islamic call to prayer. It is an Arabic word which linguistically means an announcement. It is recited five times a day to inform … Read More
How to Observe Salat on Flights
By Abdullahi Yusuf Praise be to Allah, Every year, we look forward to the month of December. For working adults, this is the perfect time to clear our annual leave, … Read More
The Need and Importance of Laws from an Islamic Perspective
By Abdullahi Yusuf Every society needs laws. Humans, who are social creatures, prioritize living together with others rathern than living apart from others. The needs and desires of humans in … Read More
Muslim Billionaires Who Chose Football Clubs Over Gaza and Media
While Muslim tycoons pour billions into stadium lights and trophy dreams, cries from Gaza echo in silence. Has prestige eclipsed purpose? From satellite networks to digital platforms, Islamic media and … Read More
Qisas in Islam: A Law Rooted in Justice, Not Revenge
“And there is life for you in retribution, O people of reason, so that you may become righteous.” Qur’an (Chapter 2, Verse 179) By Abdullahi Yusuf Qisas, or retribution, stands … Read More
The Glorious Quran: From Clouds to Afterlife
Epigraph We call to witness the winds that scatter and cause to pass the vapors, and carry the load of moisture, and blow gently and distribute the command of Allah … Read More