Muslim Response to “Innocence of Muslims” (6)
Millions of people wonder why Muslims love the Prophet Muhammad. The answer to this question is given in this talk delivered by Dr. Esam Omeish at ICNA Convention, 2007. More »
The Definition of Sunnah
Linguistically, Sunnah means a way or method that can have two states, either good or bad. It is derived from the word "Sanan", which is Arabic for: a road or a path. Sunnah in this sense is mentioned in the hadith of the Messenger of Allah in which he said...
More »Fasting with the Prophet: Day 1
On the first time of Ramadan it is critically important to sand on the essence of our religion; its true message and teachings, following the Prophet (peace be upon him). It is time to come back to the Qur’an when it comes to its central figure, Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him). It’s, therefore, time […]
More »How Prophet Muhammad Expressed Grief: Lessons of Faith & Humanity
Grief and sadness are normal responses to death of a loved one or loss. How did the Prophet react to the death of his only son? How did it define both faith and humanity?
More »Muslim and True Sense of Belonging
Should we, Muslims, feel a true sense of belonging to the Islamic Ummah, or to the country we live in? What is the meaning of loyalty and citizenship in Islam? What does give Muslims a true sense of belonging? How do we cultivate that sense?
More »Between Religion and Daily Life in Islam
When religion is about belief in God, why do I need to practice it? What does practice affect or add to one’s faith?
More »New Muslims & Loneliness
How often do you feel lonely and cut off? What do you usually do when you are trapped in such feeling? How do you find the way out of the wilderness?
More »Consideration for Neighbors
Prophet Muhammad warned his Companions against harming or upsetting neighbors. In a hadith reported by Imam Ahmad that is as true today as it was 1400 years ago, the Prophet was asked about a certain woman who prayed and fasted more than was obligatory upon her, and gave generously in charity, but unfortunately, she did not refrain from speaking harshly to her neighbors...
More »Between Man and Environment in Islam
Does man have the right to cause the degradation of the environment? Does man have the right to distort the environment's intrinsic suitability for human life and settlement? Does man have the right exploit or use natural resources unwisely?
More »Islam and Environment: Air System
What functions does atmosphere have? How important is it to life? What does Islam say about air and atmosphere? What do they say about God?
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New Muslim: I Never Had a Purpose in Life, Until Islam
To have a higher purpose, this is what Islam is. Before Islam I never felt what happiness truly is. Now, I could really feel the happiness of having such purpose, of being at peace with yourself and others, of being with God.
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The Night Journey: Sometimes It Causes Me to Tremble
Spend some time reflecting on the Prophet's Night Journey and Ascension—Israa' and Mi`raj—which are remembered on 27 Rajab. Imagine yourself accompanying him on that miraculous journey.
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New Muslim convert gives great advice
This is some great advice from James an 85 year old man who has been thru war war 2 and see many things in life you want to pay close attention to what he has to say.
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Choosing God
Are we happy to be in God's presence? God is always there, but do we want to re-orientate our life's compass and move towards Him? Do we want Him in our lives? Or is His presence a hindrance to all the other things we want to do, and which we think will give us pleasure?
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