Category Archives: Raising our Children

How to Help Your Children Love Arabic and the Qur’an

How to Help Your Children Love Arabic and the Qur’an Many Muslim parents worry that their children growing up in the West may lose touch with the Arabic language and the Qur’an. Yet helping our kids love Arabic and the Qur’an is possible with a loving home environment and practical steps. In this guide, we…

The Islamic New Year: Historical Roots and Practical Benefits

The Islamic (Hijri) New Year The Islamic New Year marks the first day of Muharram, the opening month of the Hijri (lunar) calendar. It commemorates the Hijrah – Prophet Muḥammad’s migration from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE. That event established the first Muslim community state and became the starting point of the Islamic era….

Everything You Need to Know About Purity in Islam and Its Rulings

Purity in Islam: Rules, Steps, and Rulings Introduction All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the Worlds, and peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and all his companions. To proceed: Purity in Islam is one of the most prominent features that distinguish the Islamic Sharia. Islam is the religion of…

Great Rewards for Simple Deeds from the Quran and Sunnah

Allah’s mercy upon His servants is vast, and one of its manifestations is that He has made some simple deeds a means of attaining great rewards. A Muslim can accumulate countless good deeds and erase sins through acts that require little effort and take only a few minutes. The Quran and the authentic Sunnah contain…