By manalmoazzamAs we enter 2019, it’s obvious that the #MuslimGirlArmy is focused on growth. From glowing up emotionally and spiritually to falling in love with ourselves first, our readers are cannonballing straight into a new chapter with new goals and new habits. We asked you about the lessons you learned in 2018 and the hopes, dreams,…
By manalmoazzamAfter a weekend filled with over-indulgence on the culinary and commercial front (we’re looking at you, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday), it would indubitably feel good to give back to our communities. Enter #GivingTuesday. Traditionally celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the United States, #GivingTuesday was devised to kick-off a season of philanthropy…
By vanessaelshamyWhat does it mean to be thankful as a Muslim? Does it have to mean something different than it does for other people? Personally, I think the concept of “Thanksgiving” (if we’re not talking about the horrendous background of the holiday), is a great one. I don’t see an issue celebrating it as a Muslim,…
On 23rd May 2017, my dream came true, Alhamdulillah. On the way to Makkah, while everyone in the car was tired and taking a nap, I was a little tense. I was wondering whether I’d be able to catch Isha’s congregational prayer. As the cars were moving at a snail’s pace, I kept looking for…
1) Khadijah, The Daughter of Khuwaylid Khadijah bint Khuwaylid was the daughter of Khuwaylid bin Asad and Fatimah bint Zayd. She was the first wife of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and is infamously known as one of Islam’s “Mother of Believers.” After Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) she was the first person to hear the words revealed from…
“You are being punished by God, that is why you are a widow. Your Papa is being punished so that is why God took him from you.” I was 8 years old when my Papa passed away and I heard this being said to my family way too often. Loss and grief show up in…
By MG StaffWritten by Muslim Girl Staff writer, Vanessa ElShamy With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I’m sure that we’re all looking forward to devouring delicious food and spending precious time with friends and family. Hopefully, we’re all remembering to be thankful for what we have as well. But we do also have to remember that while…
By Sajeela RehmanIt is quite interesting to learn that the Glorious Almighty’s name, “Ar-Rahman” is derived from the word “Raham,” a womb. Allah said: “I Am Ar-Rahman. I created the Raham (womb) and derived a name for it from My Name. Hence, whoever keeps it (family ties), I will keep ties to him, and whoever severs it, I…
By leahvernon“Are you even Muslim?” I hate when people ask me that. It pisses me off. They have no idea what it took, what I’ve been through to stand where I’m standing now in my Islam. My spirituality. But, I know exactly why they’re asking. Because a Black face with a traditionally wrapped hijab couldn’t possibly…
By maryam abdul-kareemIn the spirit of embracing the last few days of Ramadan and just in being a good Muslim in general here is a worthy cause you can get down with: Building the Leaders of Tomorrow. “Help support our youth from across the country with scholarships as they follow their dreams to attend a Quran and…
By Ifrah AAs individuals age, some of the initial ailments to occur revolve around reduced movement and pain in the lower back region and in joints. However, study co-author and Binghamton University professor, Mohammad Khasawneh, has found a possible solution to reduce these ailments. Dr. Khasawneh believes that the physical repetitive movements of Islamic prayer reduce lower…
By leahvernonIn Boston, my Somali friend and I scarfed down fried pickles and crab legs and chatted about good food, Islam, and being a woman in America. We then ordered these huge desserts that we could barely finish just because. “Ohh, let me see the photos from your trip to London,” she exclaimed. I hunched my…
By ayeshamosaddeqAs humans, it is only natural for us to be tangled at times with stress and hardships that may seem endless or impossible to escape. But as Muslims we are blessed to be given many powerful and effective duas (supplications) taught by our Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h.) that has the ability to eradicate all of our…
By lailakhan2016 may have felt like all that could go wrong did. With the new year coming, although there may always be sorrow around you, I hope you choose hope. And May you always remember the strength of prayer. May the troubles of this year bring you blessings for the next year May the struggles you…
By akhalilBlac Chyna has been on the news a lot lately for losing 20+ pounds two weeks after giving birth to her baby, Dream. Many people wondered if she got surgery, but she shut those comments down by telling her followers and fans that one reason she lost the weight was because of breastfeeding and pumping breast milk—good…
