My Search for Brotherhood (part 1)

"The relationship progressed. Developing into a conversation within myself. Rational, critical thinker, mocker of the faithful – how could I now be a believer? Helplessly swept away by words that took hold of my being, reinforced my spirit and satisfied my soul.…

The Trickle-Down Effect

HAVE YOU EVER noticed a drop of water? You know the type I am talking about—picture it. It is the kind that drips out of the faucet, drop by drop. It is the same one that seems so loud that it echoes…

Will You R.S.V.P. “No” to Satan?

IS THERE SUCH a thing as invitation cards collections? Among the invitations my family has received, I have always taken to saving those that are especially nice. Admittedly, I have none today, for lack of space and being past the ‘little girl’…

A Letter to My Family

"I want to first tell you, “I love you,” you are my family. I have not forgotten you. It breaks my heart that you do not agree with my life choice, that you have chosen to reject me. If you do not…
Ulumul Quran, Ulum al Quran, Qur’anic Sciences

The Quran is Speaking to You

WHAT IS THE Quran? What is this Book that has shaken to its core, not only the world, but also the whole of the universe? Muslim men of learning unanimously define the Quran as “the Speech of Allah.” They, however, differ over…

“I Hate Islam!”

"Are you thinking to yourself, “How could anyone hate such a beautiful way of life?” Well, if you would have asked me three years ago, the answer would have been easy to conjure up. Every year many people flock to this amazing…