Chapter 7 Unlike the trials of the Muslims that Baraka (Allah be pleased with her) also endured, watching the heartbreak of the Prophet ﷺ when he lost both his beloved wife Khadījah (Allah be pleased with her) and Abū Ṭālib uniquely wrenched her soul. She saw in his eyes the same orphan who years ago… Read More Sīrat al-Ḥabīb ﷺ: From Lows to Highs
Chapter Six Baraka’s eyes smiled as if to exclaim, “I knew it!” Her foster son, whom she so adored, now a man of forty years, informed her that he was a Prophet of Allah. Of course, she accepted it immediately and wholeheartedly, for she had witnessed his perfect character and extraordinary events for years. She… Read More Sīrat al-Ḥabīb ﷺ: Darkness & Light
Chapter 5 A sound like a bell’s ringing reverberated through the heavens, shaking them to their core. The inhabitants therein recognized it as they fell unconscious. It—the sound of revelation—had finally arrived. They awoke to their hearts trembling, finding the Messenger among the angels, Sayyiduna Jibrīl, standing before them. They inquired, “What did our Lord… Read More Sīrat al-Ḥabīb ﷺ: Lighting the Chasm
by Mawlana Numaan Cheema, Yardley, PA The sacred precinct of Madinah, much like its more rewarding counterpart in Makkah, serves as a refuge from the relentless worries of the world. Its pristine pillars, intricately crafted lamps, and centuries-old artwork, all woven together in a tapestry of elegance, offer a sanctuary for the weary soul. Despite… Read More Echoes of Taiba – The Unknown Worker
Written by Mateen A. Khan, Piscataway NJ Introduction The logical problem of evil has been a longstanding issue in non-Muslim societies. Theist thinkers have addressed this issue in a field known as theodicy. However, in Islam, this field has received less attention. The experiences of the first generation of Muslims, along with the Qur’an and… Read More The Problem of Evil
By Mawlana Numaan Cheema As you walk into his unassuming tailor shop, you’re enveloped by the serenity that pervades the city of Madinah. The air here is different, carrying with it the echoes of prayers whispered through centuries. The city, bathed in a soft, golden light, seems to breathe in unison with the faithful who… Read More Echoes of Taiba – Khalid
دفع الشبهات عن أهل الفن لأهل حسن الظن Allegation: Shaykh Muḥammad Ashraf ‘Alī Thānwī, a renowned Islamic scholar, is respected for his piety and dedication. He authored over 1,300 works across various fields of Islamic knowledge. In these tens of thousands of pages, his detractors found one Urdu paragraph by which to make an allegation.… Read More Dispelling Doubts about the Expert for Those of Good Faith
Written by Mateen A. Khan, New Jersey Updated June 2, 2023 Abstract: This article delves into the consistent policy of Islam regarding gender interaction, emphasizing the importance of gender separation to protect the heart and prevent illicit behavior. Drawing from the Quranic verses and Prophetic teachings, the article traces the historical precedents of gender separation… Read More Respecting Boundaries: Gender Separation in the Islamic Paradigm
Chapter 4 Written by Mateen A. Khan, NJ A version of this article was first published in Al-Madania Magazine. The trek from the cave of Ḥirā’ atop Mount al-Nūr snaked down the mountainside, through the valleys, and into Makkah. Our beloved Muhammad ﷺ began to frequent the cave and stay longer each time. There, he… Read More Sīrat al-Ḥabīb ﷺ: The Patience of al-Nūr
Chapter 3 Written by Mateen A. Khan, NJ A version of this article was first published in Al-Madania Magazine. A stoic structure, the Ka`bah has been a silent witness to many important events. For this, it has my envy. It has stood as the base of a pillar that stretches far into the heavens; a… Read More Sīrat al-Ḥabīb ﷺ: In the Shade of the Ka`bah
Enter the Sunnah 