May 2018 - altmuslim

May 31, 2018

Ramadan Reflection on Prayer without Action (VIDEO)

This is Day 16 of the 2018 #30Days30Writers Ramadan series. As we move into crazier...

May 30, 2018

Why Do We Fast in Ramadan? What is the Foundation of Our Worship?

There is simply no substitute for reading the Quran in Arabic, regardless of your comprehension....

May 29, 2018

Interpreting the Quran in Light of Modern Times

So, what’s a modern Muslim to do? How do we know what is universal and...

May 28, 2018

Make Ramadan be About the Quran and Generosity of Spirit

The generosity (jūd) of the Prophet ﷺ was not a monetary one, but a spiritual...

May 27, 2018

Existing in the Shadows in Ramadan

Our masjids should be safe zones for all Muslims, not combative places inundated with emotional...

May 26, 2018

How a New Muslim Tribe in West Africa Took Me Back to the Basics

I began to see unrest, and uneasiness crept through the room and tickled the spines...

May 25, 2018

Holding Fast to Ramadan Rituals Around the World

In an age where traditions are often the first to be consistently challenged as an...

May 24, 2018

A Ramadan Testimonial of Repentance and Renewal

The month eventually left. But my renewed love of God, of the Prophet Muhammad (peace...

May 23, 2018

On Ramadan, Forgiveness & the Shape of the Woman Beneath

Each Ramadan, I give myself the time to acknowledge and reflect on the wounds of...

May 22, 2018

For the Drinker, the Partier, for Everyone – Make Ramadan Judgment Free

When you see that girl with a messed-up reputation at uni [university] putting on the...

May 21, 2018

When You Cannot Fast, Here’s What You Can Do

During Ramadan we make extra efforts to be conscious and aware of our voice, manner...

May 20, 2018

The Priority Fast – Getting the Most from Your Ramadan

What I propose is a priority fast. A priority fast is when you keep to...

May 19, 2018

9 Health Benefits and Tips for Beneficial Ramadan (and Otherwise) Fasting

Wonder why you feel so good during Ramadan? Of course, it has a lot to...

May 18, 2018

Ramadan in Lebanon – Lessons in Compassion, Love & Comfort

There is a beauty about this blessed and holy month that fills one’s soul with...

May 17, 2018

¡Feliz Ramadan! Between Latina Identity and Muslim Introspection

I do identify as Latina and American, which are identities that I appreciate and inherited....

May 16, 2018

‘Reading’ the Quran – How Will You Live the Message?

We cannot live in a time where a fight is needed and sit quietly. And...

May 14, 2018

Should Menstruating Women Pray/Fast? An Argument in Support

There is yet another reason that makes me question the Islamic origins of prayer ban...

May 08, 2018

The Only Thing in Which We Should Compete as Muslims, Jews & Christians

According to Jesus, we are all neighbors. (Luke 10:25-37) We need to learn again that...

May 01, 2018

The Data is Clear – Most Americans Oppose Islamophobia

Last week the Supreme Court heard arguments regarding the so-called Muslim ban, setting the stage...