Faith, practice, and reflection in modern life.
By MG StaffAnywhere that’s made strictly for devotion to Allah (SWT) can be nothing but beautiful, but some of these mosques are so magical they’ll take your breath away. Our new bucket list addition is to pray in every one of these, inshallah! Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Crystal Mosque, Malaysia Westermoskee, Amsterdam Hagia Sofia, Turkey …
By Asiya BharadiaAre you feeling like you won’t ever be able to achieve your goals? Like getting into your dream university or graduating with a degree is becoming impossible at this point? Are you doubting yourself and your ability to start your own business or flourish in your chosen career? Then this is the solution for you….
By Asiya BharadiaThe Quran has been sent to mankind as a form of guidance. It’s a mercy and blessing, and we’ve been told to read it correctly and constantly. It’s unfortunate to think that we as an Ummah have drifted away from the Holy and most blessed book of Allah; technology and worldly things have all taken…
By Fatimah SThe events that led up to Karbala were crucial in determining the reason the Imam Hussain had to go to fight. Yazid had taken control and was demanding bayat (an oath of allegiance) from the imam. Imam Hussain refused to give bayat to Yazid, but after immense pressure from Yazid, the imam knew that he…
By Sharia AjmalEid al-Adha is often mentioned in association with the practice of Hajj, as a celebration for Muslims who complete one of the pillars of faith. However, whether or not one is attending Hajj, Eid al-Adha is a significant day for Muslims. Eid al-Adha dates back to the story of Prophet Ibrahim and his beloved son…
By GameelahThe day of Arafat is the day before the Muslim holiday Eid Al-Adha. The day has great significance and importance in the Muslim world. It is believed to have more spiritual rewards than any other day of the year. The day of Arafat is known as the ninth day of Dhul Hijjah. It is the…
By MG StaffAs Muslims should know, our deen teaches us to stand up for injustice, and to be allies of those who are oppressed. Since there are so many ways to get involved — protesting, sending letters to Congress, advocating for policy change, donating to organizations — it may seem overwhelming for those who are new to…
By Abed AwadA woman’s inheritance in Islam can be a sensitive topic for some. The general understanding that Muslim women receive half the share of inheritance available to Muslim men causes some Muslim Americans to opt out of creating a will in accordance to the canonical laws of their faith, or Sharia. But according to Abed Awad, a…
By MG StaffA few years ago, producer and screenwriter Aamina Mohamed created the #BlackOutEid hashtag after noticing that much of the Eid content shared online rarely featured Black Muslims. Each year since then, the hashtag has gone viral as Black Muslims celebrate their faith — and their style — and Black Muslims from over the world participate….
By Mariam TanvirEid-al-Fitr is such an amazing time of year. We all look forward to it after a month of fasting, and we usually celebrate in such joyous ways: surrounded by family and friends, feasts for days, and new clothes. There’s always an air of excitement in the days leading up to this wonderful holiday. This year…
By Maliha RahmanThis article was published on Muslim on 5/24/2020, and has been republished with permission of Muslim. Whether you are Muslim or not, the celebration of Eid-al-Fitr is acknowledged around the world by many of all faiths. Eid is a time for blessings and joys throughout the Muslim community, but because it is a day of charity,…
By nadamousaThe past few months having been nothing short of scary and overwhelming. Countries around the world are under lockdown. People are forced to isolate from one another. It’s no surprise then that we, as social creatures, can begin to feel insurmountable grief as we are forced into a way of life which fundamentally goes against…
By MG Staff“In these last 10 nights, you need to set yourself up for success,” says Shaykh Omar Suleiman. In this video, Shaykh Suleiman explains the benefits of the last 10 nights of Ramadan, and explains how the Prophet, peace be upon him, conducted himself in the last nights of Ramadan. Give this video a watch; you’ll…
By MG StaffIn this short video that won’t even take three minutes of your time, Shaykh Abu Abdissalam explains five things you should do during these last 10 nights of Ramadan in order to seek the blessings of the “Night of Decree” or Laylatul Qadr. This single night carries with it the blessing of 1000 months, or…
By Lana M. WaheedAuthor’s note: This personal essay is based on my own experiences. This is not me preaching from a soapbox. Instead, this is my attempt to muddle through some incredibly complex feelings and experiences. Perhaps along the way, I’ll be able to offer a relatable moment to anyone who may share my experiences. Three days ago,…
