Category Essays

I stumbled across this info-graphic and wanted to share it with you. . . What are some of the paths that lead toward doubt for American Muslims? Based on the inaugural project of  Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research exploring the…

Spirituality and religion are key strengths in personal well-being. This holistic paradigm brings into balance all aspects of the human experience, addressing those maladies and character flaws which would otherwise be considered out-of-scope for contemporary clinical psychotherapy. The goals of…

Did anyone in early Islamic history deny the legal validity of the Sunnah? Explain why there has been and continues to be a heated debate over the applicability of the Sunnah. Also, explain some ways, and give examples, in which…

Consider a Muslim who has same-sex attraction and comes to their imam or youth leader or mentor on how to deal with this issue. How would you advise the care-giver to help him or her provide effective and compassionate counseling…