March 30, 2010
by Amina & Mariam
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Good Manners (Part 2 of 3)

Read Part 1 Clearly, then, good manners are fundamental in Islam. But why does Islam place such emphasis on them? Why should they weigh the most on the scale on the Day of Judgment? Believe it or not, good manners … Continue reading

March 21, 2010
by Amina & Mariam
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Good Manners (Part 1 of 3)

For two years, I have faithfully been watching this wonderful series presented by Mustafa Hosny called “Khadooka Faqaloo” or “They Decieved you and Said”, which focuses on highlighting major misconceptions that can be found in the Islamic world. A month … Continue reading

January 13, 2010
by Emma Apple
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They call it Islamophobia

That’s the word for people who are afraid of me. Well, of us. Muslims. The very word ‘Muslim’ or ‘Islam’ sends some people into fits of rage. The political climate around the world, to which the media lends it’s often … Continue reading

January 4, 2010
by Amina & Mariam
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I Will Not Settle for Being Ordinary

What would 2,000 + American Muslims say to America if given the chance? I really wanted to know. So anticipating their replies, I braved the bad Internet connection, had a mini- panic attack when I thought my brother had closed … Continue reading

November 18, 2009
by Habibi Halaqas
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Blessings of Seeking Knowledge

Kanika is an engineer by profession, currently pursuing bachelors in Islamic Sciences through Arees Institute, keen student of knowledge, involved in giving halaqas and regularly does one-on-one motivational talks with sisters. She is the founder of Habibi Halaqas – http://habibihalaqas.org … Continue reading

April 27, 2009
by Emma Apple
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Uncommon advice to the new Muslim

So many new muslims go to other reverts (common term for converts to Islam) and other muslims for advice they may have for them as they are starting on this amazing and huge journey! It was asked on a sisters … Continue reading