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. …

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 …

The Month of Ramadan occurs in the 9th month of the lunar calendar. It is the month in which God Almighty revealed the first verses of the Noble Quran to the Prophet Muhammad (Peace and blessings be upon him). Able-bodied Muslims from all over the globe will fast from dawn until dusk and engage in increased acts of worship to …

The Meaning of Islam Revealed Many people have heard about Islam in many different ways. Whether it be surfing the web, working on a school project, mainstream media or just out of curiosity. The main question that arises is what does Islam mean? Islam Defined The word Islam originates from a three letter word in Arabic, which are (Seen, Laam, …

For Muslims, it’s not just about a healthy soul but also a healthy body. You may not be familiar with a common scenario at a cafeteria or buffet with a Muslim. ‘Excuse me, can you tell me if the fish was fried in the same oil as the sausages?’ ‘Excuse me can you please serve my eggs with a different …

In Islam, the celebration of welcoming a new born child is more than tears of joy shed by the parents. Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) recommended acts that elevates and purifies the status of a Muslim baby. In order for parents to make the most impact in a child’s life, they must be mentally and physically prepared …

Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world. There are nearly 2 billion Muslims on the planet. Yet, many people don’t know very much about Islam. Following are some of the most frequently asked questions that many people have about what Muslims believe and how we practice our religion. What is Islam? Islam is an Arabic word which means …

What You Thought You Knew About Islam But You Didn't K

You wake up in the morning wash with soap, reach for the deodorant, get your bike or car and head to work. Nothing out of the usual right? But, did you know this would not be possible without the contribution of Islam to the Modern World? Did you ever guess these are Muslim inventions? Islam’s Golden Era Islam’s Golden Era stretches …

People often talk about how important it is to be thankful, but they usually don’t mention to whom we should be giving thanks. Think about it. When you say: “Thank You”, you’re usually saying it to someone. So, who deserves our thanks, our gratitude, and our praise?