Understanding the religion of Islam

Ladies and gentlemen, today I want to talk about a truth that has been buried under centuries of misunderstanding: the Truth about women in Islam. A truth that is not only beautiful, but also powerful. Not just spiritual, it is revolutionary. Now close your eyes for a moment and imagine a world 1400 years ago where baby girls were buried alive. Where women had no rights, no voice, no name in society. And then came Islam. Like a storm of mercy and light, it said no more. No more silence, no more injustice, no more invisibility. It raised the status of women from shadows to stars. The first Muslim was not a man; it was a woman. Khadija (RA), not only a believer but a businesswoman, a pillar, a partner in prophethood. And let me tell you something, ladies, Islam did not. Wait for a feminist movement to tell women they matter. Islam already knew that the Prophet Muhammad said the best of you are those who are best to their women. He didn't say the richest. He didn't say the most po...

From Divine Command to Modern Application: How Islamic Learning Transforms Individuals and Societies.   "The Quran didn't start with 'Pray' or 'Fast', it started with 'Read!'  That fundamentally alters the way we view education for the following reasons." 1.  The Revolutionary Focus of Islam on Education: The First Commandment, "Read!" The command given by the angel Jibreel (AS) during the first revelation was not one of charity, prayer, or fasting; rather, it was one powerful word: "Iqra!" (Read!)  (Quran 96:1-5).  This divine commandment indicated A significant transition from the oral culture of Arabia in the seventh century to a civilization of scholars and readers. The beginning of Islamic higher education, when mosques served as universities (like Qarawiyyin in Morocco, founded in 859 CE). The spiritual formula is that when done for Allah, seeking knowledge equals worship. The following was emphasized by the Prophet Muhamm...

  How Merchants Transformed into Honest Mujahideen and What Your Everyday Interactions Show About Your Iman: The Age of Dishonor before Islam, Part 1: Deception was not only common in Arabia before Islam, but it was also a business strategy.  Historical records demonstrate: - To raise perceived value (known as al-ghish), merchants would conceal expensive goods beneath less expensive ones. - False swearing, such as "By Lat and Uzza!" was used to manipulate buyers (Quran 9:107)    - When payments were late, debt collectors used poetic shame rituals. Muhammad ibn Abdullah (SCW) entered this moral bankruptcy, a man whose honesty was so impeccable that even his most ferocious foes gave him their valuables.  Before becoming a prophet, he mediated disputes as "Al-Amin," or "The Trustworthy."  The foundation of Islamic commerce was built on his rejection of deceit. Allah would reveal later: "Do not unjustly consume one another's wealth; only trade with mu...

  The Unspoken Truths of Conversion: What New Muslims Wish They Knew Before  They Were Muslims. When Sarah took her shahada at the age of 23, she anticipated that learning Arabic prayers would be the most challenging part. Then Ramadan came. She chuckles, "No one warned me about iftar breath." "You come to the mosque smelling like a walking hummus platter after breaking your fast with dates and garlic-heavy dishes." The actual lessons you won't find in books are as follows:   1.  "You'll Cry Over Chicken Nuggets"     Problems with halal food 101: That moment when you realize that marshmallows usually aren't halal, but Skittles are. Learning how to spot "E471" in ingredients in the supermarket, when the bacon at your favorite burger joint is just too good to pass up, an existential crisis. Ahmed's story:  "I went vegetarian for six months because I kept accidentally ordering haram food when eating out."   2.  The times o...

  How to Rake Strong, Faithful, and Happy Kids: Parenting Like a Prophet "I don’t know how to handle my child anymore."  You are not alone if you have ever felt overwhelmed as a parent, lost your temper, doubted your choices, or wondered if you were "messing them up." Parenting today feels like a battlefield:    - Tantrums vs.  Patience    - Screen addiction vs.  Islamic values    - Peer pressure vs.  Strong Iman    However, the good news is that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) left us a treasure trove of parenting advice that has endured time and been refined through revelation. Let's break it down; there will be no lectures; instead, you will receive real-world, applicable lessons.   1.  The First Rule of the Prophet: Show Your Love First Hadith:   "He who does not show mercy will not be shown mercy." (Bukhari) What This Means:  The Prophet carried children on his sho...

Islam & Mental Health: What Allah Says About Anxiety, Depression, and Healing "I can no longer do this." Know this: You are not broken if, during Sujood, you whispered these words in the dark with a heavy heart, a tight chest, and tears streaming down your cheeks: You are not failing.  You are not alone, either. Mental anguish is not regarded as "weak faith" in Islam. The Quran and Sunnah address anxiety (qalaq) and depression (huzn) with raw honesty, divine wisdom, and practical solutions.   Let's break it down in plain English. 1.  Even when no one else does, Allah sees your suffering.  Have you ever wanted to scream: "Why won't this sadness disappear?" "I pray, but inside I still feel empty..." Allah responds directly:    > "Do not lose hope in Allah's mercy; disbelievers are the only ones who doubt His mercy." (Quran 12:87)  Important Fact: - Feeling downbeat, Weak Iman. Do you think Allah has left you? That is th...