By Raza UllahA true Muslim’s life is full of virtues. Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala creates several ways for us to do good deeds and get a reward. Even a husband spends on his family from his halal earning is considered as a reward for him. Abu Mas’ud reported Allah’s Messenger (صَلَّى ٱللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ) as saying: إِنَّ…
By MG StaffBefore you watch this video you should know that this is not a step by step tutorial on how to pray. This video is of a revert who tells you how she learned how to pray during quarantine, the apps she used, and all other tips to help you learn how to pray within a…
By Sabiha BasitIn 1980, the National Women’s History Project was founded in California for the interest of broadcasting woman’s historical achievements. They lobbied, and successfully pushed Congress to designate a special month for women. As a result, March is officially known as Women’s History Month, where women and men pay special attention to discuss and commemorate the…
By breonnahcolonWomen’s History Month focuses on honoring the sacrifice, bravery and leadership of the many women who have impacted the world as we know it. In Islam, the role of a woman can become controversial. Many times the practice of social customs gets confused for religious obligations. This can be detrimental not only for the overall…
By Ahlam AbdelkaderDear Lindsay Lohan, Asalaam walaikom. You were one of my favorite actors growing up, and “The Parent Trap” is one of my all-time favorite movies. When I was in high school, I obsessed over Mean Girls and I made sure everyone watched it because it was so funny! I’m really sorry for the backlash you’ve faced when you…
By Amanda SadlerWritten by Amanda Sadler. To wear or not to wear, that is the question. Since the time before my conversion to Islam, I have contemplated covering my hair. Before making my decision, I carefully weighed the pros and cons. For whom am I wearing it? Why am I wearing it? To what extent will I…
By Noora BadwanWhen Steve Stone picked up his paper on that fateful morning and read the headline: “Muslims buy land for hub in Cordova,” he immediately felt queasy and uncomfortable. The rest of the article informed him that a new Memphis Islamic Center was to be built on 30 acres of land. It would be right across the street from…
By Guest Blogger“I don’t mean to be offensive to your culture, but you have absolutely breathtaking eyes.” I turned to look at the stranger who had thought to compliment me in this way while I was wearing a hijab, jilbab, and no makeup. Though I avoided the man after that, his comment definitely made me reflect on…
By Guest BloggerWhat is the word for being homesick for where you used to live even though you’re home? When I lived in Peshawar, I wore a black abaya and niqab every time I went outside. Indoors, I covered my head and chest with a dupatta (head covering). I wore loose shalwar kameez (traditional south asian outfit) and…
By Guest BloggerMy dearest Muslim fam, As we sit to mourn Baghdad, Dhaka, Istanbul, Muslim men shot in Minneapolis and Houston, a Muslim woman assaulted and stripped by police officers in Chicago, the ongoing militarism against our people in places like Somalia, Syria, Iraq, Pakistan, Yemen, I want to take a moment to say I love you. I…
By leahvernonThe term #BlackGirlMagic has been tossed around in the media lately. It has many different meanings and conclusions, yet all of them are unapologetically Black. And being Black is a powerful thing. When I post on social media, I use this hashtag because I believe in our magic. So I took it a step further….
By Guest BloggerMany Eid moon phases ago, I was a new Muslim convert. I have gone to several Eid events during those lunar phases. And like those phases, time has changed some of my views on such joyous events. I still attend though, I do. I love the anticipation of preparing Eid clothes the night before, or,…
By akhalilDear Nit-Picking Auntie at the Masjid, You look so polished and put together in your simple, neutral-colored abaya, huge beige hijab, and thick socks, with your makeup-free fresh face. You are a perfect Muslim woman, I get it. What I don’t get is how you nit-pick and shame Muslim girls, your sisters. I saw you…
By Tahira AyubDuring the weekend of Jan. 22-24, while everyone on the east coast experienced the mass hit-and-run snow storm that called Winter Storm Jonas, I had the opportunity to attend the Interfaith Youth Core’s (IFYC) Conference for the Interfaith Leadership Institute in Atlanta, Ga., with my university’s delegation. The Interfaith Youth Core’s mission is to make…
By Marwa Abdulhai“I remember the first time I attended a masjid in northern New Jersey after becoming a revert. I eventually made my second home in this masjid, but it was very difficult because the khutbahs were not even in English — they were in Arabic. I don’t speak in Arabic or understand it, so it was…
