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2024-11-01T15:07:16-05:00

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I’m a Muslim and This is Why I Vote

Last updated on: November 1, 2024 at 3:07 pm By Samar Ahmad

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As the U.S. elections draw near, American Muslims are reminded of their civic duty to engage actively in the democratic process and contribute positively to society. In a time when candidates campaign vigorously, it is essential to reflect on the values we hope our leaders will embody and the impact our participation can have on society. Islam encourages us to be agents of justice, unity, and compassion in our communities. The Holy Qur’an underscores this responsibility: “O you who have... Read more

2024-10-17T11:07:16-05:00

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One Year On: The Need to Escalate to Justice to De-Escalate a Genocide

Last updated on: October 17, 2024 at 11:07 am By Samar Ahmad

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As we mark one year since the brutal October 7 attacks by Hamas, it is essential to reflect on the profound human cost of this ongoing conflict. The Hamas attacks claimed 1,230 lives and left over 230 individuals taken hostage. In retaliation, Israel launched a brutal military campaign resulting in over 41,000 deaths, many of whom were innocent children. As a Muslim, I unequivocally condemn Hamas’ extremism. Their brutal actions neither represents Islam nor the Palestinian people, the vast majority... Read more

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2019-09-11T19:55:41-05:00

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“The World is Going to Change Now…”

Last updated on: September 11, 2019 at 7:55 pm By Muslims Writers Guild of America

by Irtiza Khaled 18 years ago today, I woke up to the noise and chatter of the television in our family room at home. I had quite a hectic last couple days without catching much sleep, so this commotion was unusual for many reasons: my folks had always raised me to keep quiet as a courtesy to those resting within the walls of our home. So, to think that the same parents had the chunky box of cathode-ray tubes blasting... Read more

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2024-10-01T21:52:55-05:00

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Hunger and Islam: A Call for Compassion and Action

Last updated on: October 1, 2024 at 9:52 pm By Samar Ahmad

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While Hunger Action Month ended yesterday, that doesn’t mean our work to end hunger stops. Hunger is a pervasive global crisis, affecting billions and highlighting deep-seated inequities in our world. For Muslims, the call to alleviate hunger is not just a matter of charity; it is a fundamental tenet of faith that intertwines with the core values of compassion, justice, and loving our neighbors. The teachings of the Qur’an and the Prophet Muhammad’s (peace be upon him) sayings provide deep... Read more

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2019-09-11T17:44:52-05:00

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True Islamic teachings promote peace and love amongst mankind

Last updated on: September 11, 2019 at 5:44 pm By Muslims Writers Guild of America

What happened on 9/11 is something that all Muslims will condemn forever, and we will continue to pray that God saves humanity from terrorists. However, no one should be confused that Islam is a religion of terror. The wars fought during the time of the Prophet Muhammad were defensive, in accordance with the Qur’anic teaching: “Permission to fight is granted to those against whom war is made, because they have been wronged, and Allah indeed has power to help them.... Read more

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2019-08-08T19:08:32-05:00

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The Significance of Hajj and Eid-ul-Adha

Last updated on: August 8, 2019 at 7:08 pm By Muslims Writers Guild of America

by Zohaa Pall Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and it is a pilgrimage to the Ka’bah performed in the Islamic month of Dhul Al-Hijjah. The Ka’bah, a black structure, is the most sacred site in Islam. It is located in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. God Almighty says in the Holy Quran in chapter 3 verse 98, “In it are manifest Signs; it is the place of Abraham; and whoso enters it, is safe.... Read more

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2018-11-03T15:56:48-05:00

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A True Islamic Caliphate visiting America

Last updated on: November 3, 2018 at 3:56 pm By Muslims Writers Guild of America

by Omar Syed Love and Caliphate? Confused? That’s the radical ISIS Caliphate’s fault. A true Islamic Caliphate should prove this false. This caliphate of love exists, lead by an amazing man who tens of millions of Muslims look up to: his Holiness Mirza Masroor Ahmad. He leads the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, which lives by the motto “Love for All, Hatred for None.” Our highest priority is service to humanity, and there isn’t a better example of practising this preaching than... Read more

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2018-09-24T12:15:44-05:00

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Hurricane Harvey, a Retrospect

Last updated on: September 24, 2018 at 12:15 pm By Muslims Writers Guild of America

by Rahman Nasir With Hurricane Florence bearing down on the Caroline coasts it is important to revisit the lessons of an earlier disaster. About a year ago today, my home city, Houston, Texas, was hit by one of the most devastating storms in our history. The storm affected millions, displaced tens of thousands, caused billions in damage and close to 100 deaths. It also brought the entire city of Houston together. Hurricane Harvey showed me that during our hardest times,... Read more

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2018-09-25T10:31:58-05:00

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Honor Killings

Last updated on: September 25, 2018 at 10:31 am By Muslims Writers Guild of America

by Monib Ahmad Islam is a peaceful religion, so are honor killings justified in Islam? If so, what are the conditions for such killings? Is there a legal avenue to end a life based on personal judgements or individual ideals? Does Islam not value life? How could Islam have survived through such violent customs? Could it be that Islam is misrepresented through the eyes of godless individuals? Can a non-peaceful religion, which values killing and promises Heaven, survive? These are... Read more

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2018-09-09T08:43:04-05:00

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QuranicChrist – Survival from the Cross

Last updated on: September 9, 2018 at 8:43 am By Muslims Writers Guild of America

For the QuranicChrist’s Facebook Series on Survival from the Cross, some excerpts corresponding to the discussion of each post are posted here. The references within each excerpt are included (or bracketed) within the text. Others have been assimilated to form a single list at the end. Lastly, a note from the QuranicChrist team: “To all our Christian brothers and sisters, we would like to emphasize that Muslims revere Jesus (peace be upon him) to the highest degree as a noble Prophet of God. Nothing... Read more

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