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The Inimitable Qur’an - The Revelation to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Proofs of Prophethood Series (Updated)
The Physical Miracles of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: Proofs of Prophethood Series (Updated)
The Prophecies of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: Proofs of Prophethood Series (Updated)
The Accomplishments of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Proofs Of Prophethood Series (Updated)
The Message of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The Proofs of Prophethood Series (Updated)
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Are All Religions the Same? Islam and the False Promise of Perennialism
If all religions possess the same truth, as Perennialism claims, why didn’t the Last Prophet pbuh teach that, instead of calling to Islam specifically?
Faith in Mind: Islam’s Role in Mental Health
What is the role of faith in Muslim mental health and wellbeing? Does more religiosity lead to less depression and anxiety? How does religion affect mental health?
Prophetic Ethics: A Model for those Seeking God and Eternal Life
What is the wisdom and modality of God embodying His final message in a man? How does this make Islamic ethics universal and timeless, and how is the Prophet's pbuh character a perfect example of this?
Why We Need Ulama: The Importance of Seeking Islamic Knowledge From Scholars
Why should Muslims seek Islamic knowledge from ulamāʾ, known as scholars of Islam? Learn about the importance of seeking guidance from islamic scholars and why it is essential towards upholding our practice of the Qur'an and Sunnah.
The Importance of Conscious Parenting in Raising Confident Muslims
Is there a correlation between parental behavior and the onset of atheism in their children? This paper offers the Islamic parenting approach to provide the optimal solution to nurture faith and safeguard against its loss.
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.
Navigating Palestine’s struggle through faith
Muslims all over the world are witnessing the senseless violence and destruction against our Palestinian sisters and brothers. In these difficult times, we may find ourselves frustrated and in pain as we see the loss of innocent life. Such emotions are a natural response to the atrocities taking place, but is there more we can do as Muslims? How can faith help us navigate our current crisis? The purpose of this lesson is to deepen our perspective on the presence of evil and suffering through a God-centered worldview.
Islam and homosexuality: Reframing the narrative on LGBTQ
One of the major challenges facing religious communities is the pressure to conform to the popular rhetoric of the LGBTQ movement, and to accept the movement’s stances on same-sex acts. In this unit, we help students understand what Islam says about same-sex desires and acts and empower them to challenge the principles that underlie the LGBTQ movement.
Fasting and zakat: Winning through sacrifice
It is natural for Muslim youth to wonder about the purpose of rituals in Islam, specifically those that require sacrifice. This unit takes a multi-dimensional approach to understanding sacrifice in Islam, and explores the innumerable benefits religious rituals can procure in our lives.
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.