Core beliefs, tawhid, and reflections on how faith shapes everyday life.
In the spirit of Muharram, we have prepared a series called #10_Days_Of_Inspiration. The events of Karbala should not be remembered merely as a story in history. It is an example from which we must learn and implement the immensely valuable lessons set down by the great leader that is Hussain (a.s) and his family and … Read more
Seeking closeness with Allah (swt) is honourable and holy. The Quran is holy because it is the book of Allah (swt). The month of Ramadan is holy as it is the month of Allah (swt). So, the human being becomes honourable when he worships Allah (swt). Fasting gives us the opportunity to achieve a strong … Read more
God did not create His religious commands for the heavens; rather they were for this earth and man: ‘O you who believe! Answer (the call of) God and His Messenger when he calls you to that which gives you life’ 8:24; He wanted man to build in this life – materialistic, spiritual and cultural building. So, … Read more
Disclaimer: This article is directly based on the Arabic lecture series: The Jurisprudence of Women by Sayyed Kamal Al-Haydari, episodes 40-45. What is written here is only part of the argument on this topic so to get a deeper understanding you can review his full lectures. Polygamy is no doubt one of the most controversial topics in relation … Read more
The central image is of a beautiful Islamic mosaic. Anyone can admire the precision, the geometric perfection, the superior craftsmanship, the harmony of colours and the beauty of the design. We may wonder, who was the artist who fashioned it? Which human being had the skills to create it? No one would ever suggest that … Read more