31.03.2020
So you want to be a scholar? Things to consider
Traditionally, Arabic books published on this topic tend to be titled talab al-‘ilm (Seeking…
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28.03.2020
The ‘threat’ of reactionary religion
The threat to "islam" (subservience to God) today is not simply the West or secular ideologies…
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23.03.2020
Amidst the noise
Today, everything is porous and transient. For many, everything is understood as being subjective,…
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23.03.2020
CVD19 and the future
There are some important things for us to consider: 1. Coronavirus is here and we have to face…
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22.03.2020
Verse analysis of 2:114
Who could be more wicked than those who prohibit the mention of God’s name in His places of…
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19.03.2020
Coronavirus: What should mosques do?
The issue of social distancing is complex because there are a number of factors at play. The key…
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17.03.2020
Should mosques remain open for congregational prayer? Countering a poor fatwa
To read a comprehensive article on the issue, click here. Some friends sent me a fatwa that…
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14.03.2020
Shaking hands, hugs and kisses
I was asked by some people about the culture of Muslims hugging every time they meet, both men…
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01.03.2020
Women dancing at celebrations
This brief article has been motivated by a frequent notion I've heard over many years,…
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