By Naqib Shifa The Post-Modern era consists of copious ethical discord due to its declining religiosity and lack of distinction between morality and immorality. Moreover, the rapid and time-eroding lifestyle that is propelled by incessant consumerism and affluence is -in large part- a stark hindrance toward religious growth and development. The symptoms of this religious…
The history of Islam saw absolute sacrifice and submission in the way of Allah only twice. Prophet Ibrahim (as), the Father of Faith himself, was the first to take the test of submission. Ibrahim (as) displayed his obedience to Allah (swt) by readily submitting completely to God’s will. Allah (swt) exempt Prophet Ibrahim from continuing…
It was a cold December morning. Trees had already lost their leaves and were being hugged by a chilly breeze. A yellow coat had swept over the grass in the front and backyards. Clouds of fog had built up above the tub and under the shower. The fragrance of shampoo and soap mixed with shaving…
By Nader Nasr Time Magazine recently released a segment they called, “Top Ten Worst-Dressed World Leaders.” In it, they feature such word leaders like Kim Jong Il, the current leader of North Korea, Vladimir Putin, the current leader of Russia, Mahmoud Ahmadinejan, the current leader of Iran, Hugo Chavez, the current leader of Venezuela, and…
By Abrar Ahmed Bismillah Ar-Rahman Ar-Rahim Salaamalykum wa rahmatullah Dawah = Inviting people to Islam. Here are a few suggestions on how to begin a conversation, and key points to remember when talking about Islam in any setting. Remember these are all flexible where using your own style of talk is encouraged! Following are a…
By Affan Shaikh BISHOP-Saturday April 26th 2008 marked the 39th annual pilgrimage to Manzanar, a World War Two Japanese Interim Camp, located near Bishop, California. Hundreds gathered around a white pillar monument to honor a legacy of the past and to work towards a better future. The pilgrimage was attended by a diverse group of…
By Rohit Chetty Pressures of rising food prices are driving increasing numbers of people towards hunger at an alarming rate. Multiple factors contributing to this crisis such as rising populations, strong demand from developing countries, increased cultivation of crops for biofuels, and increasing floods and droughts?, according to AFP. These problems have been further exacerbated…
By Ayesha Husain Shirin Ebadi, the first Muslim woman to be given the Nobel Peace Prize, has reported several recent death threats on her life. On April 5th, one such threat took the form of a missive sent to her office with the words, Shirin Ebadi, your death is near?. While Ebadi has been at…