When I announced to my mother that I was embracing Islam almost 16 years ago, her reaction was shocking. I have also faced similar reactions from other family members and close friends.
The Love of God is the spring from which faith flows, the foundation from which our following of the example of the Prophet is born. Reflections by Jamaal Diwan on Al-Bayhaqi's book...
Allah is the One in charge, no one else is. No one else is in charge of your provision, no one else can harm you, no one else can help you. Only Allah is in charge and we have to seek refuge in Him.
Man is a trustee to his own self, his body and his children. To stand silent against abuse to any of these trusts harms one’s faith and faithfulness to God. Discover how…
Marcela offers some advice to new Muslims who are struggling with family problems: "Show good character to your family. Don’t swear, insult or get angry. Smile and be kind no matter what."
Does being patient mean being passive? Patience is one of the greatest virtues believers are told to have, but what is the correct understanding of patience?
In the first free elections in Egypt’s history Egyptians vote to elect a new president to replace Hosni Mubarak, who was toppled in a popular revolt last year. Thirteen candidates with Islamist and li...