Advice - Al Jumuah Magazine

Uniting the Muslim Village

"When we establish a family that enjoys being and doing things together, we lay a strong foundation for people who will be healthy contributors to society and not uninterested or unmotivated individuals. Moving outside the family, when we show our kids the…

Having Guests? Host from the Heart – Caring with Islamic Etiquette

Hosting guests is an important part of the Islamic tradition and is something that is highly encouraged. According to the sunnah, offering hospitality to guests is a great act of kindness and generosity that can be rewarded both in this life and…

Foster Care: Seeking the Favor of Allah

I REMEMBER EARLY mornings at the swimming pool in Lahore. Of all the women who came there, with their stories and lives, one I have never forgotten. She looked aged, and always spoke in French to her newborn baby girl. The lady,…

Ramadan Gusto: Improving its Days and Nights

Want to maximize your benefits of Ramadan fasting? Why not consider how to deal with the rigors of Ramadan days and so invigorate yourself for the activities of Ramadan nights? What did you experience the first days of Ramadan? Was it headaches…

Trends in American Muslim Divorce and Marriage

Marriage and Divorce: American Muslim Trends*

"The divine wisdom of allowing couples to dissolve their marriages is obvious and essential to healthy community building. But disturbing statistics show an unprecedented rise in divorce among North American Muslims, and the collective community is not showing any signs of improvement…

A Greener Ramadan: A Brighter Future

MANY PEOPLE ASSOCIATE the color green with Islam. The flags of Pakistan, Iran, Saudi Arabia all include the color green. According to the Quran, the people of paradise will wear garments of green silk.[i] And some say the Prophet’s ﷺ favorite color…

Thinking Well of Allah | Part 3

DON’T BE A CONDILOVER What do you think of Muslim condilovers? This is probably the first time you’ve heard this word. It comes from merging and shortening the two words: conditional and lover. Thus, condilovers are a group of Muslims who say: “Allah,…

The Importance of Women Nurturing Themselves

"IN OUR fast-paced lives, it is difficult to place a priority on nurturing ourselves. Women are particularly prone to ignoring their own needs and neglecting themselves as they give much of their time and energy to others Women are natural caretakers who…

Practical Ramadan Tips for New Muslims

"ENTERING INTO MY 15th Ramadan, I feel an excitement building. I am looking forward to the fast of Ramadan and all the amazing things that come with it: growing spiritually, strengthening community ties, coming nearer to Allah, and much more. However, it…

The No-Dread Ramadan

RAMADAN IS UPON us and the Internet is almost overflowing with excitement. But some of us feel a sense of anxiety mixed with our enthusiasm for Ramadan – maybe even dread. Sure, we know what a blessing Ramadan is. It’s a chance…