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The Mawlid: If We Love the Messenger ﷺ, Let Him Teach Us How to Love Him
Spiritual Insights
The Mawlid: If We Love the Messenger ﷺ, Let Him Teach Us How to Love Him
A read on the Mawlid debate, examining the distinction between loving and remembering the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and establishing a recurring religious observance. The blog discusses the role of Sunnah, seerah, intention, maslahah, and following the Prophet ﷺ, while encouraging Muslims to know, love and follow him throughout the year.
August 25, 2026 | 12 Rabi' al-Awwal 1448
Everything Right Is Good, But Not Everything Good Is Right
Personal Development
Everything Right Is Good, But Not Everything Good Is Right
Not everything good is right for us at every moment. This piece explores Islamic principles of priorities and purposeful action, reminding us that true progress comes from directing our limited time and effort towards what matters most.
August 11, 2026 | 28 Safar 1448
The Microscope and the Telescope: A Prophetic Framework for Seeing Systems
Community Development
The Microscope and the Telescope: A Prophetic Framework for Seeing Systems
Drawing on the Treaty of Hudaybiyah and systems thinking, this reflection explores how our mental models shape the way we read crises, communities, and change, and what prophetic wisdom teaches us about seeing near and far at once.
May 19, 2026 | 2 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447
Her Words After Divorce: A Lesson in Marital Nobility
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Her Words After Divorce: A Lesson in Marital Nobility
Not every marriage is meant to last, but character always is. A deep reflection from Umm Zar‘ on dignity, marriage, and the future of the ummah.
April 21, 2026 | 4 Dhu al-Qa'dah 1447
Zakah & Lobbying
Islamic Finance
Zakah & Lobbying
In response to the messages and questions regarding the latest Fatwa on Zakah and lobbying.
February 13, 2026 | 25 Sha'ban 1447
On Revolutions, Opinions, and Never forgetting to come home with the Milk!
Community Development
On Revolutions, Opinions, and Never forgetting to come home with the Milk!
On revolutions, opinion-driven discourse, and the often-overlooked distinction between force and power. This piece explores why meaningful change depends less on visible disruption and more on underlying institutional structures, intellectual discipline, and personal responsibility.
January 31, 2026 | 12 Sha'ban 1447
From Silos to Systems: A Case for a Muslim Ecosystem
Community Development
From Silos to Systems: A Case for a Muslim Ecosystem
A reflective exploration of how Allah distributes skills, roles, and influence within the Ummah, not for isolated success, but for interdependence. This piece argues for moving beyond fragmented excellence toward intentional systems, cooperation, and a unified Muslim ecosystem.
January 29, 2026 | 10 Sha'ban 1447
Take Provision from Piety: A Timeless Poem on Life, Trust, and the Inevitable End
Spiritual Insights
Take Provision from Piety: A Timeless Poem on Life, Trust, and the Inevitable End
A translation of the classical Arabic poem Tazawwad min al-Taqwā, by Imam al-Shafi‘i, reflecting on God-consciousness, sustenance, the uncertainty of life, and the certainty of death.
January 1, 2026 | 12 Rajab 1447
Poetry - The Discipline of Contentment
Spiritual Insights
Poetry - The Discipline of Contentment
A philosophically rich Arabic poem exploring riḍā (contentment) as moral strength, social critique, and spiritual resistance in an age of inversion and despair.
January 1, 2026 | 12 Rajab 1447
A Letter to the Ummah: The Responsibility of This Moment
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A Letter to the Ummah: The Responsibility of This Moment
Written at the request of a global summit and presented to its delegates, this letter addresses the Ummah at a moment of profound trial. It outlines the moral and spiritual responsibilities that accompany carrying the final divine message, emphasising inner reform, steadfastness, and faith-driven action as the prerequisites for meaningful change and long-term renewal.
December 26, 2025 | 6 Rajab 1447
Surah al-Baqarah vs. Linear Thinking: The Story of the Donkey That Came Back to Life
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Surah al-Baqarah vs. Linear Thinking: The Story of the Donkey That Came Back to Life
The story of ʿUzayr and the resurrection of his donkey challenges linear thinking and reveals how limited Tawakkul holds us back. An important Qur’anic mindset shift.
December 15, 2025 | 24 Jumada al-Akhirah 1447
“So Remain Steadfast…” A Message for Hearts That Wish to Rise Again
Community Development
“So Remain Steadfast…” A Message for Hearts That Wish to Rise Again
A reflective blog inspired by the Qur’anic command “فَٱسۡتَقِمۡ كَمَاۤ أُمِرۡتَ” (“Remain steadfast as you have been commanded.”) It explores how personal discipline, inner jihad, mastery over desire, and commitment to ihsān form the foundation of meaningful revival. Drawing from the Qur’an, Sunnah, and the wisdom of early scholars, this piece outlines a compelling vision of an Islamic civilisation rooted in purity of creed, depth of worship, strength of character, and beauty of conduct. A heart-stirring call to believers who aspire to rise, reform, and rebuild.
December 6, 2025 | 15 Jumada al-Akhirah 1447
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