The Meaning of La Ilaha Illa Allah: An Annotated Translation of Imam al-Zarkashi’s Treatise on the Islamic Testimony of Faith
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Hindutva and Anti-Muslim Violence: How to Navigate Hindu Supremacy
Safa AhmedHindutva does not only harm Muslims in India; it has found resonance in diasporic communities, involves itself in transnational repression, and openly pledges its allegiance to other far-right movements. Its supporters amplify Zionist propaganda that enables Israel’s genocide in Palestine, provide...
The Divine Wisdom Behind the Pairing of Allah's Names in the Qur'an
Jinan Yousef“Allah has ninety-nine names. Whoever preserves (ahsaha or hafidhaha) them will enter Paradise.” Such was the teaching of the Prophet ﷺ. Many of us have heard this hadith, but fewer of us have internalized the true scope of its meaning. To preserve Allah’s names is not simply to memorize them—it is...
Love and Hate for God’s Sake: Revisiting the Doctrine of al-Wala’ wal-Bara’
Dr. Hatem al-HajProperly reconciling commitment to God and compassion for man is among the most pressing needs of today’s world. It is no secret that Muslims’ relationship with the “other” (including fellow believers of other theological orientations) has become such a major trial for many—particularly those...
Marriage and Gender Roles in Islam: Beyond Rights and Duties
Dr. Tesneem AlkiekOver the past two centuries, Muslim societies confronted what often felt like insurmountable trials: from colonial domination and military defeat to political fragmentation and institutional decay. And yet, even as the Western world began to stagger under the recoil of the very ideologies it...
Virtues of Surah al-Baqara: Healing and Protection in the Qur’an’s Longest Chapter
Sh. Suleiman HaniOne night, standing underneath the vast stretch of the starry sky, Usayd ibn Ḥuḍayr found himself reciting Surah al-Baqara. His horse, tied beside him, suddenly grew agitated. When Ibn Ḥuḍayr paused his recitation, the horse fell silent. He resumed his recitation, only for the horse to again become...
Surah al-Fatiha’s Benefits and Virtues: The Greatest Surah in the Qur’an
Sh. Suleiman HaniSurah al-Fatiha is the greatest surah in the Qur’an, the foundation of Islam, the summary of truth, a healing for illnesses, a comfort for worries, a protection, and a fortress. Surah Al-Fatiha is an unrivaled divine revelation to the final nation, recited at least seventeen times a day by Muslims...
What to Do on the Day of ʿArafah: Making the Most of a Blessed Day | Blog
Yaqeen InstituteFatimah sat by the window, her fingers counting as she murmured words of dhikr. Outside, the world bustled—cars honked, children walked home from school. Inside, the TV live-streamed the sea of pilgrims standing in the sacred valley, calling out to Allah. It was the Day of ʿArafah. Fatimah wasn’t...
Islam and the LGBT Question: Reframing the Narrative
Yaqeen InstituteWhat does Islam say about LGBT, gender and sexual morality? This article sets out to distinguish modern worldviews and explore Islam's view on gender, sex, and sexual morality.
Is the Qur’an Still Relevant Today? The Timeless Universality of Qur’anic Teachings
Mohannad AbusarahMuslims through the ages have believed that the Qur’anic teachings are universal and that even specific verses contain teachings and rulings of universal applicability for all times and places. In this article, we substantiate this position, outlining the grounds for Qur’anic universality and...
What to Do on the Day of ʿArafah: Making the Most of a Blessed Day | Blog
Yaqeen InstituteFatimah sat by the window, her fingers counting as she murmured words of dhikr. Outside, the world bustled—cars honked, children walked home from school. Inside, the TV live-streamed the sea of pilgrims standing in the sacred valley, calling out to Allah. It was the Day of ʿArafah. Fatimah wasn’t...
Islam and the LGBT Question: Reframing the Narrative
Yaqeen InstituteWhat does Islam say about LGBT, gender and sexual morality? This article sets out to distinguish modern worldviews and explore Islam's view on gender, sex, and sexual morality.
With the unfolding of horrific events in Gaza, our hearts and minds cannot focus on anything else. But these emotions, ranging from sadness to anger, are signs of a beating heart. We must channel these emotions to act courageously in a way that is pleasing to Allah. The senseless killing of...
Is the Qur’an Still Relevant Today? The Timeless Universality of Qur’anic Teachings
Mohannad AbusarahMuslims through the ages have believed that the Qur’anic teachings are universal and that even specific verses contain teachings and rulings of universal applicability for all times and places. In this article, we substantiate this position, outlining the grounds for Qur’anic universality and...
The Palestinians have been murdered twice – once by the Israeli army and once by the Western media. Our emotions are intense these days. The horrific images and exposure to propaganda have taken us on an emotional roller coaster, most often leaving us feeling rage. We are infuriated at the Zionist...
Maximize the blessings of the holy month with essential guides on fasting, prayer, and spiritual renewal. Find daily inspiration and practical tips to make the most of your Ramadan journey.
Keys to Tadabbur: How to Reflect Deeply on the Qur’an
Sh. Yousef Wahb
Treasure is spelled tadabbur The Qur’an is the “rope of Allah”; whoever grabs onto it will be saved, and whoever loosens his grip will be destroyed. The Qur’an is also the “spirit He revealed.” Allah created our bodies from the earth and decreed that their nourishment would come from the...
The Art of Worship: How to Make the Most of Ramadan Nights
Dr. Ovamir Anjum
Worship is an art. It is an art that every worshipper must master. Yet few ever do. This article offers five simple steps toward mastering the art of worship.
The Months Ordained by Allah: Reviving the Islamic Calendar
Yaqeen Institute
The Islamic (Hijrī) calendar is the standard measure of time in the Qur’an and Sunnah, and plays an integral role in the lives of Muslims. It is used for annual ritual worship such as paying the alms-tax (zakāh), fasting during the month of Ramadan, and performing the pilgrimage (ḥajj). While the...
Maximize the blessings of the holy month with essential guides on fasting, prayer, and spiritual renewal. Find daily inspiration and practical tips to make the most of your Ramadan journey.
Keys to Tadabbur: How to Reflect Deeply on the Qur’an
Sh. Yousef Wahb
Treasure is spelled tadabbur The Qur’an is the “rope of Allah”; whoever grabs onto it will be saved, and whoever loosens his grip will be destroyed. The Qur’an is also the “spirit He revealed.” Allah created our bodies from the earth and decreed that their nourishment would come from the...
The Art of Worship: How to Make the Most of Ramadan Nights
Dr. Ovamir Anjum
Worship is an art. It is an art that every worshipper must master. Yet few ever do. This article offers five simple steps toward mastering the art of worship.
The Months Ordained by Allah: Reviving the Islamic Calendar
Yaqeen Institute
The Islamic (Hijrī) calendar is the standard measure of time in the Qur’an and Sunnah, and plays an integral role in the lives of Muslims. It is used for annual ritual worship such as paying the alms-tax (zakāh), fasting during the month of Ramadan, and performing the pilgrimage (ḥajj). While the...
Holistic Healing: Islam’s Legacy of Mental Health
Dr. Rania Awaad
Islamic intellectual heritage has squarely recognized mental health and played an active role in cultivating mental wellbeing—starting from the Prophet ﷺ and his companions (RAA) and inspiring Muslim scholars who followed. So where did the concept of shame regarding mental health difficulties come...
Perspectives on Islamic Psychology: al-Raghib al-Isfahani on the Healing of Emotions in the Qur'an
Dr. Yasien Mohamed
It took modern psychology a century to realize that human behavior is not only determined by physiological instincts but that human consciousness also plays an important role. Hence the emergence of cognitive psychology and the acknowledgment that thought can be modified and can serve as a source...
Raising Resilient Muslim Youth: Strategies for Building a Strong Muslim Identity in Children
Najwa Awad
How could Allah, the Most Compassionate and Merciful, allow the unleash evil upon innocent and defenseless people? Read how In Sūrat al-Burūj, Allah ﷻ directly addresses the reality of genocide.
Prophetic Prayers for Relief and Protection
Dr. Tahir Wyatt
Asking Allah for help is one of the best ways we can come closer to Him and express our vulnerability and need for Him. Reference this collection of 16 du'as when you are feeling the most vulnerable.
Return to the Maskan: Rediscovering the Treasure of Home
Dr. Zara Khan
This reflection series was launched in April 2020 by the Yaqeen Institute in an effort to provide timely, thoughtful, and Islamically grounded perspectives by its Research Fellows surrounding the global outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. Contributors to both the research papers and the...
