Whether you know about Islam or not, chances are you have heard that at some point, they don’t eat. As intimidating as it sounds, it is true. Muslim Girl thought we’d put together a Ramada…
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This Is What Taqwa Means, in Case You Were Wondering
Taqwa is the state in which a believer is constantly conscious of not committing a sin or an action that would earn him or her the wrath of Allah (swt). Taqwa is when a believer is cognizant of the Al…
Here Is Your Complete Go-To Gift Guide for Norooz!
Consider this your go-to guide for Norooz eidee, the Persian New Year. We’ve put together the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Most gifts are sourced from Persian artists or small businesses. …
7 Lessons From the Quran to Survive Turbulent Times
He is not far away. He is watching over you. Place your fingers on the side of your neck. Do you feel a pulse? Allah ﷻ says in the Quran that He is closer to you than that vein you felt pumping blood …
Meet the Black Muslim Filmmaker That Is ‘Undefining’ Labels
As a young African-American Muslim who can have hour-long conversations about movies and television shows, I always bring up representation. I have never seen anyone that looked like me in a humanized…
Hajj Facts: What’s the Story of Hajar?
It was once a barren desert, but one day it would be filled with millions from around the world. She stood there, alone with her infant son, both of them thirsty. She was the second wife of the Prophe…
6 Points to Remember From Prophet Muhammad’s Last Sermon
With Hajj season and Eid-ul-Adha around the corner, it is only befitting to reflect on the beautiful words of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Words spoken to be heard by the heart and implemented…
Here Is Why We Celebrate Eid Al-Adha
As Eid inches closer, we should take a moment to remind ourselves what this particular Eid is all about; whether it be why we celebrate Eid al-Adha in the first place, or why the prophet Abraham (AS)…
9 Things You Should Take to Hajj
When I performed hajj 10 years ago, there were some items I wish I had known to take with me on the blessed journey. Now that I know, I enjoy giving my bit of knowledge to friends and family who are a…
How to Make Delicious Sheep Cupcakes for Eid
Eid is just around the corner! For me Eid has always been about three things, Prayer, Family, and food. And when you have food — you have to have desserts. So here is my take on a more hybrid Ea…
5 Things For Muslim Reverts To Remember
Whether you’re brand new to Islam, or a seasoned revert, you may find yourself frustrated with how little you seem to know about being a Muslim. The amount of knowledge to gain is unlimited, and…
21 Beautiful Duas From the Quran
Dua, an Arabic word that literally means supplication or invocation, is one of the most powerful tools a Muslim has at his or her disposal. Making dua is a conversation with God. It’s a time to…