Anti-Racist Politics are a Part of Islam. We Need That Now More Than Ever.

July 2, 2020 By Guest Contributor

As Muslims in America, we should recognize this unique chance to make good on this moment and the fight against racism. Read more

3 Coronavirus Lessons For Muslims

April 5, 2020 By Guest Contributor

In the early 1960s the world was on the brink of a nuclear war because of the escalated tension between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. The crisis made Bertrand Russell write a book titled Has Man a Future, in which the British philosopher criticized human beings’ intoxication with power. Given the fear dominated the world at the time, Russell’s recommendations for future generations were remarkably wise and insightful. Indeed, this book constitutes a great example of a survival crisis… Read more

The True Meaning Behind Eid al Adha

August 8, 2019 By Guest Contributor

Every year Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, remembering Prophets Abraham and Ishmael’s sacrifice. But what is the true meaning of that story and why is it held with such importance? Read more

Muslims Gather to Support Viatorian Hospitality

May 28, 2019 By Guest Contributor

It’s a historic evening at the Viatorian Province Center. Beyond the gently rolling lawn and tree-lined drive, the center’s customary calm is pervaded with a hum of excitement. A peek into the building’s meeting room reveals a flurry of dinner preparations. As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, guests of all faiths filter inside to a filled-to-capacity event, to join their Muslim friends and neighbors for a Ramadan iftar – a meal marking the end of a day… Read more

Ramadan For Those Who Struggle

May 6, 2019 By Guest Contributor

In Ramadan, Muslims awake at insane pre-dawn hours to eat and drink so they can fast until night descends. They repeat this for a month with joy—and patience. Fasting is beautiful, when it’s genuine. But for some, Ramadan is a time of disappointment. Either we want to fast but can’t, or we’re just plain old struggling. Read more

Mali Massacre: Does Jihad—Holy War—Justify Killing Hundreds of Innocent People?

April 5, 2019 By Guest Contributor

On March 23, 160 individuals were killed in the Mopti region at the hands of extremists linked to the terrorist organizations Al Qaeda and Islamic State. Since the responsibility of the Mali Massacre falls on Jihadists, let’s also discuss what Jihad in Islam actually is. Read more

Australian Senator Fraser Anning’s Verdict on New Zealand Mosque Shooting Is In

March 26, 2019 By Guest Contributor

Australian senator Fraser Anning’s statement after the New Zealand shooting concerning Islam, that “just because the followers of this savage belief were not the killers in this instance, does not make them blameless,” shows he has so much hatred for the religion that he is not even going to bother understanding its beliefs. Read more