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Important Du’as and Dhikr for the Day of ʿArafah | Blog
What to Do on the Day of ʿArafah: Making the Most of a Blessed Day | Blog
Finding Hope in Allah’s Mercy and Forgiveness: Understanding the Name At-Tawwab | Blog
Convert Connection: Dhul Hijjah Reflections with Sh. Abdullah Oduro | Blog
A Sacred Invitation: What to Do in the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah | Blog
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Why Do People Suffer? God's Existence & the Problem of Evil
The problem of evil is one the greatest obstacles to belief in the existence of God. Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy argues that the existence of evil offers neither a logical nor probable case against God’s existence, and that Islam offers a comprehensive theodicy: that is, a systematic solution to the problem of evil.
More Than Just Law: The Idea of Justice in the Qur’an
Dr. Yasien Mohamed outlines principles of justice in Islam through the example of classical scholar al-Raghib al-Isfahani who integrated the philosophical knowledge available to him into a Qur’anic framework.
How to Overcome Addiction through Faith: Ibn Al-Qayyim's Rehabilitation Program
Addictions to social media, video gaming, films, sexual content, and substance abuse have crippled all levels of society. Explore preventative and therapeutic strategies through an Islamic framework to break the psychological effects of addiction.
When the Earth Speaks Against Us: Environmental Ethics in Islam
Islam has at its core multiple environmental principles that many people are unaware of. This paper demonstrates that there exists a narrative within the Islamic tradition that can be extrapolated to form principles that can be implemented by Muslims in the West.
Breaking Free: Unshackling the Muslim Mind from Secular Thought and Reestablishing the Islamic Personality
Learn about the rise of the secular self, it's impact on faith within the Muslim community and how to return to the Islamic self.
Love at first sight? Ethics of desire (Boys)
Our Muslim youth are growing up in an environment where explicit content in various formats is ubiquitous. Educators and parents see the confusion, discomfort, and sometimes shame they experience when exposed to this content. This unit takes students through three chapters that explore the nature of sexual desires in Islam and help students recognize the dignity and true intended purpose of their desires, how to manage them responsibly, and how to navigate an environment saturated with sexual imagery. The ultimate goal of this unit is to reorient students toward a sound understanding of human desires through instruction grounded in Islam’s theological and ethical principles. Note: We recognize that addressing sexual desires in an Islamic framework can be sensitive. This unit is designed to be taught in gender-segregated environments. We encourage educators to thoroughly review all materials in this unit beforehand to ensure their students are developmentally and emotionally prepared for these discussions.
Love at first sight? Ethics of desire (Girls)
Our Muslim youth are growing up in an environment where explicit content in various formats is ubiquitous. Educators and parents see the confusion, discomfort, and sometimes shame they experience when exposed to this content. This unit takes students through three chapters that explore the nature of sexual desires in Islam and help students recognize the dignity and true intended purpose of their desires, how to manage them responsibly, and how to navigate an environment saturated with sexual imagery. The ultimate goal of this unit is to reorient students toward a sound understanding of human desires through instruction grounded in Islam’s theological and ethical principles. Note: We recognize that addressing sexual desires in an Islamic framework can be sensitive. This unit is designed to be taught in gender-segregated environments. We encourage educators to thoroughly review all materials in this unit beforehand to ensure their students are developmentally and emotionally prepared for these discussions.
Do you need Islam to be an ethical person?
A common sentiment held by many is that humans can be good without religion. While our fitrah, our innate human nature, is inclined towards good, it does not necessarily mean that it knows and follows the most ethical stance. Who defines what is ethical, anyway? In this unit, students will explore why humans are in need of ethical guidance by analyzing the limitations of the fitrah. Students will recognize that even though we all have the capacity to be good, we need revelation to center our understanding of ethics. By the end of this unit, students will appreciate the transformative power of revelation and learn to apply moral excellence in their own lives through the example of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Fasting and zakat: Winning through sacrifice
It is normal for Muslim youth to question the purpose of religious rituals, especially those that involve sacrifice. This unit takes a multi-dimensional approach—physical, social, and spiritual—to understanding two core Islamic rituals: zakat and fasting in Ramadan. Students may wonder: Why do we give zakat, and how does it purify wealth? Is fasting just about avoiding food, or does it have a deeper purpose? In this unit, we examine how zakat and fasting foster spiritual purification, strengthen community bonds, and cultivate self-discipline in our lives. By the end of this unit, students will gain a greater appreciation for zakat and fasting, shifting their perspective on the role of rituals in daily life. Ultimately, they will recognize that Islamic rituals benefit us in both this life and the next.
How can evil coexist with a merciful God?
The 'problem of evil' is a major point of contention in philosophical and religious circles. To address the topic, this unit first clarifies the terms of the debate by explaining that human knowledge can never encompass the reality of 'goodness' or 'evil.' It then surveys how Islamic theodicies have responded to the problem of evil. The unit concludes by inviting students to explore how the prophetic model allows them to find meaning and be inspired to act positively in a world where 'evil' exists.
Conscious or coerced: Divine decree in Islam
This unit explores a difficult question brought up by Muslim youth and adults alike: if God has knowledge of all things and we are subject to His will and power, then how do we have free will? Students will explore the Qur'anic discourse on predestination and free will to equip them with the tools to navigate and resolve this apparent paradox.