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Changed by the Qur’an
Changed by the Qur’an is intended as a practical guide to remove the spiritual and intellectual barriers between every Muslim and their personal transformative relationship with the Qur’an
Secrets of Salah: The Hidden Gems of Prayer (Companion Journal)
The Secrets of Salah: The Hidden Gems of Prayer companion journal helps Muslims improve their prayer. It includes commentary and gems for each step of salah, and journaling space for your reflections on your journey to life-changing prayers.
Productive Seclusion: How to Make the Most of Working From Home
Dr. Tesneem AlkiekAmidst the lockdowns in response to COVID-19, many of you have been working from home, perhaps for the very first time. For those who have never had this experience, it may feel overwhelming. Suddenly, time and focus are a thing of the past. But as someone who has been working remotely for the past...
Lowering the Gaze: Prophetic Solutions to Pornography in an Age of Endless Temptation
Dr. Jibran KhokharLate at night, after a long and exhausting day, a young man lies in bed scrolling through his phone. He is not searching for pornography. At least, that is not what he tells himself. He is simply looking for a distraction, to numb the distress of his day. A few reels become a few more. An image...
Four Ways of Confronting Islamophobia on Campus: Protecting Muslim Students from Abuse
Imam Khalid LatifSince October 2023, the past three academic years have exposed something painful but necessary for our community to confront: We were not prepared. The Prophet ﷺ taught us to tie our camel and trust in Allah. For far too long, in the higher education space, we trusted, but failed to tie the camel....
It’s Not Just an Iftar: The Power of Community in Ramadan | Blog
Shaimaa Kraba“Once upon a time . . . ” is how most fairy tales begin. In real life, it’s how single mothers begin sentences about who they were before everything changed. There was a time we believed life would be beautiful for us. Somewhere along the way, that kind of beauty became harder to reach. Not by...
Anti-Muslim racism is increasingly becoming a prominent feature of far-right extremist groups and political figures across Europe and North America. This article examines the growth of Islamophobic discourse and actions among far-right political figures and street protest movements in Europe,...
Does History Only Repeat Itself? Remembering the Rohingya in Light of Palestine | Blog
Yaqeen InstituteIn August 2017, the world bore witness to the unfolding tragedy of the Rohingya genocide, an atrocity that continues to smolder in the shadows of global indifference. Men, women, and children—targeted solely for their ethnic identity as the Muslim minority in Myanmar (also known as Burma)—faced...
…But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you. And Allah Knows, while you know not. This life is a test, both in good times and bad. As I write this, each and every one of us is enduring some kind of hardship. In recent years, parts of...
5 Tips for Muslim Professionals in their Pro-Palestinian Advocacy | Blog
Yaqeen InstituteAcross the globe, we’re witnessing brazen double standards and extreme measures of censure for those who advocate for our brothers and sisters in Palestine. CEOs are blacklisting future employment candidates, professionals are facing disciplinary measures and termination, and students are being...
Calling Upon Allah Through His 99 Names: Du’as from “The Name I Need” Ramadan Series | Blog
Dr. Omar SuleimanHave you ever paused mid-prayer and wondered: Who am I really speaking to? When we make du’a, we aren’t just sending words into a void. We are reaching out to the Architect of the heavens, the One who hears the pulse of a seedling beneath the soil and the silent ache of a breaking heart. But to...
Anti-Muslim racism is increasingly becoming a prominent feature of far-right extremist groups and political figures across Europe and North America. This article examines the growth of Islamophobic discourse and actions among far-right political figures and street protest movements in Europe,...
Does History Only Repeat Itself? Remembering the Rohingya in Light of Palestine | Blog
Yaqeen InstituteIn August 2017, the world bore witness to the unfolding tragedy of the Rohingya genocide, an atrocity that continues to smolder in the shadows of global indifference. Men, women, and children—targeted solely for their ethnic identity as the Muslim minority in Myanmar (also known as Burma)—faced...
…But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you. And Allah Knows, while you know not. This life is a test, both in good times and bad. As I write this, each and every one of us is enduring some kind of hardship. In recent years, parts of...
5 Tips for Muslim Professionals in their Pro-Palestinian Advocacy | Blog
Yaqeen InstituteAcross the globe, we’re witnessing brazen double standards and extreme measures of censure for those who advocate for our brothers and sisters in Palestine. CEOs are blacklisting future employment candidates, professionals are facing disciplinary measures and termination, and students are being...
Calling Upon Allah Through His 99 Names: Du’as from “The Name I Need” Ramadan Series | Blog
Dr. Omar SuleimanHave you ever paused mid-prayer and wondered: Who am I really speaking to? When we make du’a, we aren’t just sending words into a void. We are reaching out to the Architect of the heavens, the One who hears the pulse of a seedling beneath the soil and the silent ache of a breaking heart. But to...
Focused on the concept of Sirat al-Mustaqim, this series provides clarity and direction in an increasingly complex world. It draws upon foundational texts to help believers stay grounded in their faith.
Shari'ah in Today's World: Renewing Islamic Discourse
Dr. Hatem al-Haj
Renewal of religious discourse in Islam (tajdeed) has taken center stage due to the turmoil in Muslim lands nowadays. While the concept of tajdeed is legitimate, the implication (occasionally stated explicitly) that religious discourse is the root cause of the many problems from which...
In Defense of Faith: Principles and Guidelines for Islamic Apologetics
Dr. Hatem al-Haj
This essay has been summarized based on an intensive course delivered by Dr. Hatem Al-Haj entitled Islamic apologetics in December 2019 and presented in essay format by Dr. Nazir Khan with additions and final essay verified, edited, and approved by Dr. Hatem al-Haj. Introduction The principles...
Why We Need Ulama: The Importance of Seeking Islamic Knowledge From Scholars
Dr. Usaama al-Azami
Why should Muslims seek Islamic knowledge from ulamāʾ, known as scholars of Islam? Learn about the importance of seeking guidance from islamic scholars and why it is essential towards upholding our practice of the Qur'an and Sunnah.
The Role of Islamic Scholars in Modern Society | Blog
Dr. Usaama al-Azami
The issues addressed in this blog are dealt with in far greater detail in a full-length paper on the same topic, which can be read here.Contemporary Muslims often find themselves confronting a seeming paradox that has emerged in our times. They ask themselves what role, if any, the ulama—Islamic...
Finding Truth in the Age of Fake News: Information Literacy in Islam
Anonymous Guest Author
Information literacy is the set of skills needed in the modern age to discover, evaluate, interpret, and use information properly and truthfully. With the worldwide proliferation of misinformation on the internet, information literacy is rapidly becoming the most important human competency of the...
Focused on the concept of Sirat al-Mustaqim, this series provides clarity and direction in an increasingly complex world. It draws upon foundational texts to help believers stay grounded in their faith.
Shari'ah in Today's World: Renewing Islamic Discourse
Dr. Hatem al-Haj
Renewal of religious discourse in Islam (tajdeed) has taken center stage due to the turmoil in Muslim lands nowadays. While the concept of tajdeed is legitimate, the implication (occasionally stated explicitly) that religious discourse is the root cause of the many problems from which...
In Defense of Faith: Principles and Guidelines for Islamic Apologetics
Dr. Hatem al-Haj
This essay has been summarized based on an intensive course delivered by Dr. Hatem Al-Haj entitled Islamic apologetics in December 2019 and presented in essay format by Dr. Nazir Khan with additions and final essay verified, edited, and approved by Dr. Hatem al-Haj. Introduction The principles...
Why We Need Ulama: The Importance of Seeking Islamic Knowledge From Scholars
Dr. Usaama al-Azami
Why should Muslims seek Islamic knowledge from ulamāʾ, known as scholars of Islam? Learn about the importance of seeking guidance from islamic scholars and why it is essential towards upholding our practice of the Qur'an and Sunnah.
The Role of Islamic Scholars in Modern Society | Blog
Dr. Usaama al-Azami
The issues addressed in this blog are dealt with in far greater detail in a full-length paper on the same topic, which can be read here.Contemporary Muslims often find themselves confronting a seeming paradox that has emerged in our times. They ask themselves what role, if any, the ulama—Islamic...
Finding Truth in the Age of Fake News: Information Literacy in Islam
Anonymous Guest Author
Information literacy is the set of skills needed in the modern age to discover, evaluate, interpret, and use information properly and truthfully. With the worldwide proliferation of misinformation on the internet, information literacy is rapidly becoming the most important human competency of the...
Maximize the benefits of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, the best days of the year for performing good deeds. This section provides guidance on the virtues of this sacred time, including fasting, charity, and the celebration of Eid al-Adha.
Maximize the benefits of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, the best days of the year for performing good deeds. This section provides guidance on the virtues of this sacred time, including fasting, charity, and the celebration of Eid al-Adha.
Living Abraham's Legacy of Hajj: Relevance of Rites and Rituals in the Modern Age
Sh. Ibrahim Hindy
Images of the yearly Hajj (annual pilgrimage to Makkah) continue to capture the attention of the world. As people witness the synchronization of actions and purpose of millions of pilgrims, they experience amazement and wonderment. People often ask, “Why is the Hajj important?” or “What is the...
Finding Hope in Allah’s Mercy and Forgiveness: Understanding the Name At-Tawwab | Blog
Yaqeen Institute
One of the beautiful names of Allah (SWT) is At-Tawwab. What is the meaning of At-Tawwab? How can we experience safety and security by understanding this name? Here are 7 insights that can help.
Centering Sacrifice: The Importance of the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah | Blog
Yaqeen Institute
The virtues of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are many. Allah swears by them in the Qur’an (89:2), emphasizing their significance. It is on the 8th day of Dhul Hijjah that the Hajj rituals begin, fulfilling the 5th pillar of Islam for attending pilgrims. On the 9th day, we witness the Day of...
Important Du’as and Dhikr for the Day of ʿArafah | Blog
Yaqeen Institute
The Day of Arafah is considered the most important day of the Hajj pilgrimage. What du’as and dhikr did the Prophet SAW and his companions say on this day?
Convert Connection: Dhul Hijjah Reflections with Sh. Abdullah Oduro | Blog
Sh. Abdullah Oduro
As a new Muslim, you’re most likely familiar with the month of Ramadan. However, there is another month in the Islamic calendar that is also a sacred time of year: Dhul Hijjah.Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “There are no days on which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these...
