Last week, I met up with an old friend. We haven’t seen each other in 45 years. Oh, we’ve crossed paths at the movie theater several times over the years. But, we haven’t had a chance to sit down and connect over a soda or coffee since the early 80s. Sure enough, we picked up […]
Catching up with an old friend
- Lessons from Qur’anic Stories for Modern Ethics
Introduction The stories embedded within the Qur’an function not only as historical or spiritual narratives but as enduring guides for ethical conduct, resilience, and trust in the divine plan. These stories traverse generations and cultures, offering timeless reflections on faith, patience, justice, humility, and mercy. They are not merely tales of bygone eras; they are… Read more: Lessons from Qur’anic Stories for Modern Ethics - Good Speech and Sacred Trust: Lessons from Sultan Mehmed II and Shaykh Abu’l-Wafa
A reflection on spiritual counsel, political authority, and the ethics of justice. By Dr. Bekim Belica With love. The Key That Opens Hearts Keep supporting MuslimMatters for the sake of Allah Alhamdulillah, we’re at over 850 supporters. Help us get to 900 supporters this month. All it takes is a small gift from a reader… Read more: Good Speech and Sacred Trust: Lessons from Sultan Mehmed II and Shaykh Abu’l-Wafa - Masjid an-Nabawi Quran Teacher Sheikh Hassouna DiesThe Islamic Information Masjid an-Nabawi Quran Teacher Sheikh Hassouna Dies Sheikh Karim Hassouna, a Quran teacher at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque), has passed away in Madinah His students include Sheikh Waleed Al-Shamsan, imam of Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) The funeral prayer will be held at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) Sheikh Karim Hassouna, known for his… Read more: Masjid an-Nabawi Quran Teacher Sheikh Hassouna Dies
- Far Away [Part 19] – An Apple For Belly
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The caravan enjoys a brief sanctuary in Mazar, where Darius reflects on turning sixteen and watches Weili form an unexpected new friendship. Read Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 6 | Part 7 | Part 8 | Part 9 | Part 10 | Part 11 | Part 12 | Part 13 | Part 14 |… Read more: Far Away [Part 19] – An Apple For Belly - An Inconvenient American in Syria: The Curious Case of Bilal Abdul-Kareem
Bilal Abdul Kareem has spent over a decade reporting in Syria. That Syria would be shed of fifty years of grasping control by a dictator’s family was unthinkable ten years ago, when the war that would eventually see the ouster of the Assad dynasty was at its peak. In 2016 Syria was fought over by… Read more: An Inconvenient American in Syria: The Curious Case of Bilal Abdul-Kareem - Thinking Long-Term: The Legacy of Yahiya Emerick
Quiet service and a long-term vision for upcoming generations were the hallmarks of a little-known yet important Islamic teacher in the United States who passed away this week. Yahiya Emerick may not be a household name, but it is likely that Muslims growing up in North America will have encountered his books: he left a… Read more: Thinking Long-Term: The Legacy of Yahiya Emerick - Tahajjud: A Call to All Pajama Heroes
Discover the beauty and power of tahajjud, the voluntary night prayer. Learn its virtues, rewards, and practical steps to make this intimate act of worship part of your life. A Special Invitation What if I were to tell you that there is a special invitation that comes to you every night? It peaks around the… Read more: Tahajjud: A Call to All Pajama Heroes - The Legacy Of Professor John Esposito: The Scholar Who Refused To Turn Islam Into An Enemy
There are scholars who interpret the world, scholars who flatter it, and scholars who quietly make it less cruel. John L. Esposito belonged emphatically to the third category. His passing deprives us not merely of a distinguished academic, but of something now far rarer: a genuine public intellectual — one who understood that scholarship is… Read more: The Legacy Of Professor John Esposito: The Scholar Who Refused To Turn Islam Into An Enemy - Far Away [Part 20] – Among the Afghans
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Amid the hospitality of the Afghans, Longwei tells a story, and Darius’s duel with Meilin ends with an unexpected trip to the Hakim’s wagon. Read Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 6 | Part 7 | Part 8 | Part 9 | Part 10 | Part 11 | Part 12 | Part 13 |… Read more: Far Away [Part 20] – Among the Afghans - The Arithmetic Of Longing: On Loneliness, Desire, And Learning To Want Well
Loneliness wears its finest clothes on Saturday afternoons, and it gathers by the hundred in hotel ballrooms, drawing the accomplished and the ordinary, the celebrated and the overlooked, each one quietly hoping to be chosen, each one just as quietly appraising everyone who might do the choosing. They have spent their twenties doing everything they… Read more: The Arithmetic Of Longing: On Loneliness, Desire, And Learning To Want Well - Selective Memory undermines Lebanese Patriotism and Populace
Southern Lebanon has been devastated by the Israeli assault; ruins dot the county of Nabatieh. A significant aspect in the ongoing war and negotiations between the United States and Iran has been the related Israeli attack on Lebanon, whose Shia community and in particular Hezbollah militia has close religious, historical, and political ties to Iran.… Read more: Selective Memory undermines Lebanese Patriotism and Populace - Far Away [Part 21] – Opium
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The caravan is plagued by thievery, and Darius discovers Arslan’s dark secret. Read Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 6 | Part 7 | Part 8 | Part 9 | Part 10 | Part 11 | Part 12 | Part 13 | Part 14 | Part 15 | Part 16 | Part 17 | Part 18 | Part 19… Read more: Far Away [Part 21] – Opium - Turkish Man and His Wife Wins Hajj 2027 Slot After 17-Year Wait
The Islamic Information Turkish Man and His Wife Wins Hajj 2027 Slot After 17-Year Wait Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı held the 2027 Hajj lottery in Ankara, drawing names for Turkey’s quota of 84,942 pilgrims Mehmet Bal and his wife were selected after a 17-year wait, one of several long-waiting families chosen this year Results go live… Read more: Turkish Man and His Wife Wins Hajj 2027 Slot After 17-Year Wait - Mobile Religious Services Center Launched at Masjid an-Nabawi
The Islamic Information Mobile Religious Services Center Launched at Masjid an-Nabawi Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Sudais opened a mobile religious services center at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) The center offers Sharia guidance, answers visitor questions and hands out educational materials in several languages The launch supports the Presidency of Religious Affairs’ work to expand… Read more: Mobile Religious Services Center Launched at Masjid an-Nabawi - Masjid al Haram and Nabawi Institutes Open 1448 AH AdmissionsThe Islamic Information Masjid al Haram and Nabawi Institutes Open 1448 AH Admissions The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has opened admissions at the Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) Institute in Makkah and its branch at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) in Madinah for the 1448 AH academic year. Programs and Application… Read more: Masjid al Haram and Nabawi Institutes Open 1448 AH Admissions
- King Charles Removes Shoes for Cambridge Mosque Visit
The Islamic Information King Charles Removes Shoes for Cambridge Mosque Visit King Charles took off his shoes to walk through the prayer hall at Cambridge Central Mosque, known as Europe’s first Eco-Mosque. He unveiled a plaque marking Cambridge’s 75th anniversary as a city and received a book about the mosque. The visit took place on… Read more: King Charles Removes Shoes for Cambridge Mosque Visit - Saudi Arabia Launches One-Year Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa
The Islamic Information Saudi Arabia Launches One-Year Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a multiple-entry Umrah visa valid for 365 days from the date of issue. Visa holders can stay in the Kingdom for up to 90 days in total, calculated cumulatively across all visits. The visa cannot be used… Read more: Saudi Arabia Launches One-Year Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa - Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Abdullah Al-Juhani Undergoes Successful Surgery, Recovering NowThe Islamic Information Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Abdullah Al-Juhani Undergoes Successful Surgery, Recovering Now Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al-Juhani has undergone a successful surgery The announcement confirms he is safe and recovering Prayers have been offered for his continued health and wellness Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al-Juhani, Imam and Khatib of Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) in… Read more: Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Abdullah Al-Juhani Undergoes Successful Surgery, Recovering Now
- Free Arabic Course at Masjid al-Haram: July-Aug 2026The Islamic Information 17 July – 19 August 2026: First Arabic Language Course at Masjid al-Haram The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has announced the First Arabic Language Academic Course (الدورة العلمية الأولى في اللغة العربية) at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah. Running from 17 July to 19 August… Read more: Free Arabic Course at Masjid al-Haram: July-Aug 2026
- 10 Must Things To Do On Jummah (Friday Prayer)
The Islamic Information 10 Must Things To Do On Jummah (Friday Prayer) Jummah is a congregational petition (ṣalāt) that Muslims hold each Friday, soon after twelve rather than the Zuhr petition. Muslims usually supplicate five times every day as per the sun’s skyway paying little mind to time zones. Table of Contents 1. Cutting Nails… Read more: 10 Must Things To Do On Jummah (Friday Prayer) - All Children and Wives Names Of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
The Islamic Information All Children and Wives Names Of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Children Names Of Prophet Muhammad PBUH you will find in this article, that he had 7 children from 2 of his wives Khadija (RA) and Maria (RA). Muhammad (PBUH) had 13 wives. His first marriage was at the age of 25 to the… Read more: All Children and Wives Names Of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) - Fire at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad Brought Under ControlThe Islamic Information Fire at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad Brought Under Control A fire broke out at a bitumen workshop tied to a construction project at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad Firefighters brought the blaze under control quickly, with no casualties or damage to shrine buildings The cause of the fire is under… Read more: Fire at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad Brought Under Control
- 1,000-Year-Old Ibn al-Bawwab Quran Displayed in Makkah
The Islamic Information 1,000-Year-Old Ibn al-Bawwab Quran Displayed in Makkah A Quran copied by calligrapher Ibn al-Bawwab over 1,000 years ago is on show at the Iqra exhibition in Makkah Only two copies of this manuscript exist anywhere in the world The exhibition is run by the Presidency of Religious Affairs at Masjid al-Haram (Grand… Read more: 1,000-Year-Old Ibn al-Bawwab Quran Displayed in Makkah - Safar: Important Dates and Events
The Islamic Information Safar: Important Dates and Events Safar is the second Islamic month. Safar is an Arabic word that translates into “Empty”. Empty is referred to the Pre-Islamic Era when Houses were empty as people go out to gather food. The word Safar also translates into “whistling of the wind” referring to it as the… Read more: Safar: Important Dates and Events - Djed Spence Becomes First Muslim to Play for England at the FIFA World CupThe Islamic Information Djed Spence Becomes First Muslim to Play for England at the FIFA World Cup First Muslim to play for England’s senior men’s team (2025) First Muslim to play for England at a men’s World Cup (2026) Helped England reach the 2026 World Cup semi-finals Djed Spence, a Tottenham Hotspur full-back, has become… Read more: Djed Spence Becomes First Muslim to Play for England at the FIFA World Cup
- Umrah Pilgrims Could Face 50,000 Riyals Fine for Staying Beyond Visa ValidityThe Islamic Information Umrah Pilgrims Could Face 50,000 Riyals Fine for Staying Beyond Visa Validity Overstayers face a fine of up to SR50,000, up to six months in prison, and deportation The rule covers any expired entry visa, including Umrah visas, not just visit visas Violations can be reported by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah,… Read more: Umrah Pilgrims Could Face 50,000 Riyals Fine for Staying Beyond Visa Validity
- Museum Displays Quran Writing Materials from Prophet Muhammad PBUH’s Era
The Islamic Information Museum Displays Quran Writing Materials from Prophet Muhammad PBUH’s Era The Quran Museum in Makkah’s Hira Cultural District displays replica materials used by the Prophet’s scribes to write the Quran. Materials include tanned leather, palm stalks, wood, stone and animal bones such as shoulder blades and ribs. Tanned leather, known as “adeem,”… Read more: Museum Displays Quran Writing Materials from Prophet Muhammad PBUH’s Era - Masjid Addas: Where the Prophet ﷺ Met Servant AddasThe Islamic Information Masjid Addas: Where the Prophet ﷺ Met Servant Addas Masjid Addas in Taif marks the place where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ rested after facing rejection and persecution while inviting the people of Taif to Islam. The mosque is linked to an orchard owned by ‘Utbah and Shaybah ibn Rabi’ah, whose servant Addas… Read more: Masjid Addas: Where the Prophet ﷺ Met Servant Addas
- Total Solar Eclipse to Turn Day Into Night in Saudi Arabia in 2027
The Islamic Information Total Solar Eclipse to Turn Day Into Night in Saudi Arabia in 2027 A total solar eclipse will darken parts of Saudi Arabia on August 2, 2027, with the sun fully covered for a few minutes along the path of totality. Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) will fall dark during the eclipse, with… Read more: Total Solar Eclipse to Turn Day Into Night in Saudi Arabia in 2027 - Is Erling Haaland Muslim? No
The Islamic Information Is Erling Haaland Muslim? No Erling Haaland’s religious affiliation remains unconfirmed, and speculation about his beliefs is based on interpretations of his social media activity. Talented Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland has been the subject of speculation about his religious beliefs. Although Haaland never admitted himself being Muslim several tweets and posts on… Read more: Is Erling Haaland Muslim? No - Australian Footballer Tete Yengi Embraces Islam After Adelaide Mosque VisitThe Islamic Information Australian Footballer Tete Yengi Embraces Islam After Adelaide Mosque Visit Australian footballer Tete Yengi, 25, has converted to Islam after reciting the Shahada at a mosque in Adelaide. Yengi met scholar Mufti Ismail Menk after Friday prayers, who invited him to take the Shahada. Yengi is of South Sudanese descent and plays… Read more: Australian Footballer Tete Yengi Embraces Islam After Adelaide Mosque Visit
- Mufti Taqi Usmani Declares Cryptocurrency Trading HaramThe Islamic Information Mufti Taqi Usmani Declares Cryptocurrency Trading Haram Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani has ruled that cryptocurrency does not count as property or wealth under Shariah, calling it only a record of notional numbers in an account. A questioner who bought two books using a crypto token and USDT was told the purchases were… Read more: Mufti Taqi Usmani Declares Cryptocurrency Trading Haram
- Austria’s Lobmeyr Family Built 140 Chandeliers for Masjid an-Nabawi in 1980s
The Islamic Information Austria’s Lobmeyr Family Built 140 Chandeliers for Masjid an-Nabawi in 1980s Peter Rath supplied more than 140 chandeliers for Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) in 1987, one of the largest chandelier orders of the twentieth century The Lobmeyr family also designed chandeliers for Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) in Makkah in 1975 and for… Read more: Austria’s Lobmeyr Family Built 140 Chandeliers for Masjid an-Nabawi in 1980s - Buggy Rides to Masjid Quba: Routes, Fares and TimingThe Islamic Information Buggy Rides to Masjid Quba: Routes, Fares and Timing Key Takeaways Buggies (golf carts) run along the Quba Walkway to Masjid Quba, with pickup points at Gate 333, Gate 310, and near Masjid Al-Ghamamah in front of Elaf Al Taqwa Hotel. Fares usually range between 10 and 20 SAR per person for… Read more: Buggy Rides to Masjid Quba: Routes, Fares and Timing
- Imam of Kaaba Sheikh Saleh Humaid Visits Uzbekistan After 35 Years
The Islamic Information Imam of Kaaba Sheikh Saleh Humaid Visits Uzbekistan After 35 Years Sheikh Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid, Grand Imam of Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) in Makkah, has arrived in Uzbekistan. He is attending the First International Forum on Islamic Civilization, held to promote the historical heritage of Islamic science, culture and enlightenment.… Read more: Imam of Kaaba Sheikh Saleh Humaid Visits Uzbekistan After 35 Years - July 14–25, 2026: Foundations Course at Masjid al-NabawiThe Islamic Information July 14–25, 2026: Foundations Course at Masjid al-Nabawi The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Two Holy Mosques announced the course on 23 Muharram 1448H (July 8, 2026), as part of its ongoing scholarly programs at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque). What the Course Covers The course is titled “Creedal and Jurisprudential Foundations”… Read more: July 14–25, 2026: Foundations Course at Masjid al-Nabawi
- Maher Al-Muaiqly Promoted to Professor of Islamic JurisprudenceThe Islamic Information Maher Al-Muaiqly Promoted to Professor of Islamic Jurisprudence Key Takeaways Sheikh Dr. Maher bin Hamad Al-Muaiqly, imam and khateeb of Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque), has been promoted to the rank of Professor in Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence) The promotion was decided by the President of Umm Al-Qura University Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz… Read more: Maher Al-Muaiqly Promoted to Professor of Islamic Jurisprudence
- Masjid al-Haram Cooling System Maintains 22–24°C for Worshippers
The Islamic Information Masjid al-Haram Cooling System Maintains 22–24°C for Worshippers Key Takeaways The Grand Mosque’s cooling system has a capacity of about 155,000 refrigeration tons. Temperatures across the mosque are kept between 22°C and 24°C at all times. The system also cleans the air with up to 95% filtration efficiency. The General Authority for… Read more: Masjid al-Haram Cooling System Maintains 22–24°C for Worshippers - Hajj 2027 Cost Set to RiseThe Islamic Information Hajj 2027 Cost Set to Rise Key Takeaways Aviation fuel costs, higher Saudi service fees, and currency weakness are named as the main drivers, all of which affect pilgrims from many countries, not one Past Saudi tax rises in 2018 and 2020 pushed Hajj costs up across a wide range of countries,… Read more: Hajj 2027 Cost Set to Rise
- Qatar Opens First Smart Mosque
The Islamic Information Qatar Opens First Smart Mosque Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has opened Qais bin Saad bin Ubadah Mosque in Muaither, the first smart mosque in the country. The mosque is part of the ministry’s plan to build mosques in new residential areas as Qatar’s population grows. How the Smart… Read more: Qatar Opens First Smart Mosque - ‘InshaAllah’ Mentions in English News Triple Since 2017
The Islamic Information ‘InshaAllah’ Mentions in English News Triple Since 2017 Key Takeaways Mentions of “inshallah” in English-language news have tripled since 2017, based on GDELT data analysed by The National. The rise tracks moments including Lindsay Lohan’s 2017 Instagram post, the 2019 election of Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, and Joe Biden’s use of… Read more: ‘InshaAllah’ Mentions in English News Triple Since 2017
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