Race Matters: Colorblind Racism in the Ummah

Race Matters: Colorblind Racism in the Ummah

By MuslimMatters on from muslimmatters.org

Undoubtedly, the Prophet (PBUH) was a revolutionary man, who successfully struggled against all forms of rampant discrimination in Arabian society, including racism. However; nuanced forms of racism, such as color blind racism continue to exist among Muslims. Islam is a post-racial religion, and we Muslims must struggle towards that standard.
Hajj Reflections: Hardship and Ease

Hajj Reflections: Hardship and Ease

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On the one hand, I was treated to five star treatment including a Hotel room in Mina (ten in a room though), three buffets a day and even spending money. On the other hand, I had to endure bus drives that lasted forever, dangerous crowds, fiqh clashes with roommates and very long walks. It was a complete balance, for every luxury I enjoyed I faced a tough test.
Waleed Basyouni | Are We Adding Fuel or Water?

Waleed Basyouni | Are We Adding Fuel or Water?

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I have a lot of respect and admiration for all of the young brothers and sisters who are trying their best to abstain from what is indecent and forbidden despite all of the challenges around them in society. In this short article I would like to share with these brothers and sisters who care about their faith a few thoughts in the form of some advice. I hope it will be beneficial to me and to them, to keep us on the straight path until we meet Allah while He is pleased with us.
Thank Allah for Patience!

Thank Allah for Patience!

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Sabr wa Shukr, Patience and Gratitude – The two wings of iman. The first wing being patience. With great patience comes great reward. The Prophet (salAllahu alayhi wa salam) said: “…The greatest quality a believer can be given is patience.” [Muslim]
What Columbus Day has to do with Islam in America – Yasir Qadhi, Sherman Jackson, Zaid Shakir, Mokhtar Maghraoui, & Hamza Yusuf

What Columbus Day has to do with Islam in America – Yasir Qadhi, Sherman Jackson, Zaid Shakir, Mokhtar Maghraoui, & Hamza Yusuf

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This session from the 2007 MSA National Continental Conference held at the 44th ISNA Annual Convention in Chicago, IL takes a look at Columbus Day in a light unlike that which you learned about in elementary school. Join Shaykh Yasir Qadhi, Sherman Jackson, Imam Zaid Shakir, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui, and Shaykh Hamza Yusuf as they share their perspectives on Islam in America in light of the expedition of Christopher Columbus, Black suffering in America, racism in American pastime games and sports, and more.
Common Workplace Dilemmas facing Muslims

Common Workplace Dilemmas facing Muslims

By MuslimMatters on from muslimmatters.org

At the workplace (i.e. in non-Muslim environments), we sometimes feel we need to compromise and maybe even do things which may go against the Islamic teachings. These dilemmas arise and are encountered by Muslims daily: when one is going for a job, when asked to do something that conflicts with the deen, to please others, or even to a crude extent, to show others that we are not 'extremists'.
Why Dr. Aafia’s Campaign is Cause for Celebration

Why Dr. Aafia’s Campaign is Cause for Celebration

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She wonders if anything she has done for Aafia makes any difference at all. After all, Aafia is still in an American jail, waiting to be sentenced to life in prison later this month. She is no closer to coming home than she was when she was found dazed and disoriented on the streets of Ghazni. So Dr. Fowzia sees herself as a failure......but not so fast
ACTION ALERT! Abuse of Domestic Workers: Ramadan Call for Justice (In Wake of Sri Lankan Maid Abuse in Saudi)

ACTION ALERT! Abuse of Domestic Workers: Ramadan Call for Justice (In Wake of Sri Lankan Maid Abuse in Saudi)

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“I had to work continuously since I had to do the chores of all the occupants and when I wanted to take rest due to tiredness, they inserted the nail in my body as a punishment,” she said. “I had to work from dawn to dusk. I hardly slept. They beat me and threatened to kill me and hide my body.” She added that she arranged her travel documents to return home on her own expense. “They were really devils with no mercy at all,” she said.
Lessons from the “Ground Zero” / “Park 51” / “Armageddon” Mosque – God Bless America! AE

Lessons from the “Ground Zero” / “Park 51” / “Armageddon” Mosque – God Bless America! AE

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Okay, so I made the last name up myself seeing as everyone else is doing it, but it’s certainly no worse than the other two! Abu Eesa Niamatullah on why he supports the project, despite who's in charge.
The Psychological Benefits of Fasting (Saum)

The Psychological Benefits of Fasting (Saum)

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Aside from gaining will power and the ability to control desires, fasting instills within us a deep feeling of gratitude along with patience. Deprivation leads to appreciation.

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