By Maysoon KhatibSahar Habib Ghazi is an American journalist who happens to be Muslim. Watch as she talks about her experiences as being “de-Muslimed” because she doesn’t appear to fit in the box of the Western world’s definition of Muslims. According to Sahar, there are over 1.7 billion Muslims in the world, and we don’t all look…
By Maysoon KhatibStateless and displaced, these people are are being subjected to ethnic cleansing, and you need to know what’s going on with these Muslims. Here’s a short video by AJ Plus that gives you some information about the Rohingya of Myanmar.
By Maysoon KhatibYassir Qadhi narrates the story of Prophet Muhammad’s (p.b.u.h.) experience at the age of 61 during a total eclipse after the death of his son, Ibrahim. During this time of grief, the people thought the eclipse occurred because of the death Ibrahim. The Prophet (p.b.u.h.) directed his followers to pray. According to ThoughtCo., “At a time…
By Maysoon KhatibRanna Abduljawad, a guest blogger last year who wrote “This Is What Happens When You Marry Outside of Your Nationality” for Muslim Girl, was a featured speaker for TEDxFSCJ. In this video, she speaks candidly about her concerns while raising her daughter in a post-Trump era where Islamophobia and discrimination toward Muslims and people of color…
By Maysoon KhatibThis may not go over well with some of you “boys” out there who don’t know how to respect ladies, but if you do any of the things talked about in this song, Mona Haydar is not looking for your approval as she calls you out. Your negative attention is not appreciated. Check it out…
By Maysoon KhatibLatino Muslims are growing in numbers, despite negative media depictions of Islam. In fact, Texas is the home to the first Muslim Spanish Speaking mosque based on the growing number of converts. What are your thoughts? Are you a Latina Muslim Convert? What obstacles have you faced within and outside the community? How has Islam…
By Maysoon KhatibPeople! I don’t even know what to say. For years…YEARS… I have been doing my fast wrong. I don’t want to say what I’ve been doing because it’s between Allah (SWT) and me, but after watching this video my eyes have opened. After watching this video on 15 common mistakes Muslims make in Ramadan, I…
By Maysoon KhatibYou may have noticed within the last week we posted two prior videos in a series specifically catering to new Muslims. The first was how to make ghusl; the second was how to make wudu; and in this segment, we will learn how to make salat (prayer.) This video will definitely help you in learning…
By Maysoon KhatibCheck out Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Muslim Girl, Amani Al-Khatahtbeh, as a guest panelist at CARE’s National Convention for 2017, along with Chelsea Clinton, Barbara Bush, Musimbi Kamyoro and Michelle Nunn. They discuss the role of women of color and the global challenges facing women and girls. See what Amani has to say!
By Maysoon KhatibThis evening around 10:30 P.M. in Manchester, England, an explosion went off at the end of Ariana Grande’s concert. Investigators are still determining whether this explosion was a suicide bombing. 19 people confirmed dead, while approximately 50 injured. Audience members consisted mainly of young girls and their mothers. According to news sources, tens of thousands of…
By Maysoon KhatibI simply adore this Muslim girl with her sweet personality oozing out into the screen. Listen to her as she gives tips on ways to make getting up for fajr prayer a bit easier for you. It’s a bit lengthy, but I think you’ll enjoy it.
By Maysoon KhatibWith Ramadan around the corner, I’m always pulled to finding that inner peace by focusing more on my faith and family, and pushing out other distractions that do nothing for my spiritual growth. With younger kids, I always look for ways to get them interested in learning as well. Having said that, I found this…
By Maysoon KhatibBe sure to watch Part 1 here. Let’s keep it real, people. Many of us, whether born into Islam or have newly embraced the faith, still may have some questions on preparing for prayer, as well as questions about the words we should be saying when making ghusl (bathing), wuduu (ablution) or salat (prayer.) IN…
By Maysoon KhatibLet’s keep it real, people. Many of us, whether born into Islam or have newly embraced the faith, still may have some questions on preparing for prayer, as well as questions about the words we should be saying when making ghusl (bathing), wuduu (ablution) or salat (prayer.) In this video you learn about the etiquette…
By Maysoon KhatibMay 15 is known to Palestinians all over the world as Al Nakba, (the catastrophe/exodus). Exactly 69 years ago Palestinians were forced from their homes, many killed or displaced spreading Palestinians to refugee camps within the Middle East, while some were able to flee for safety in the west. It’s important to note the the…
