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Interfaith Respect Love, mercy, and compassion in Islam goes far beyond mere tolerance. Did you know that Islam commands religious tolerance, and promotes love and respect between people? It safeguards all places of worship, not only mosques but synagogues, churches, and temples as well. It also teaches to love and accept all the Prophets, from Adam, Abraham, Solomon, Jesus to …

When it comes to having patience, clichés aren’t in short supply. “Patience is a virtue.” “Good things come to those who wait.” In fact, there’s no shortage of quotes proclaiming the benefits of being a patient person, particularly when going through hard times or facing adversity. The familiar sayings advocate practicing patience, even over long periods of time, urging us …

As the world prepares to celebrate Christmas, have you ever wondered what are the Muslims doing? If they love Jesus so much, why don’t they participate in the holiday? Why do they seem so awkward and unwilling to return holiday greetings and well wishes such as ‘Merry Christmas?’ Where Did December 25 Come From? Before December 25 became the most …

African Muslims are among the most inspiring and significant people in the history of the U.S.A. because they had a big influence on the country. They deserve recognition for molding and shaping it into what it is today. One such Muslim was Ayuba Suleiman Diallo. Prominent Lineage Ayuba was born in Bundu, Senegal to a distinguished family of religious leaders. …

The sight of a building with tall towers and golden domes never ceases to arouse the interest of passersby. What exactly do Muslims do in a mosque and how is it different from other places of worship? A mosque, otherwise called a Masjid in Arabic, is a place of worship in Islam. Literarily, a mosque doesn’t have to be a …

Have you struggled with feeling unsatisfied in life? Do you find yourself focusing more on the negative things around you? When’s the last time you were in a difficult situation and thanked God for the experience? Focus on The Good Depression and negativity are such common emotions and can lead to feeling resentment toward God and the people around you. …

Islam is a complete way of life that provides a belief structure, and a moral system that guides individuals and society. Morality is a set of values regarding someone’s behavior and lifestyle choices. A code of conduct that a society uses to determine right from wrong. Islamic decency and justice is for Muslims and Non-Muslims. Islamic Morality guides us in …

People fear what they don’t understand. Sharia law often falls into this category. But why? You may be surprised to learn it isn’t very different from the positive principles we try to teach children like goodness and responsibility. Schools across the world ask students to follow rules of conduct. Companies and organizations have codes of ethics and values for employees. …

Did you know Islam embraces Social Justice and teaches the importance of implementing it in our daily lives? Social justice is the equal distribution of resources and opportunities, with no prejudice as pertains to gender, race, social class, religion, etc. Muslim Women enjoy privileges only given to women in modern times. Islam does not look down on any race or …

Mecca, a city in western Saudi Arabia, is a place where millions of Muslims gather from around the world, regardless of age and race. It is an annual event that accommodates one of the largest gatherings of people in the world from all walks of life. Hajj, or pilgrimage to Mecca, is for the spiritual cleansing of the soul. It …