Islamic Thought

Dear father…

Shaykh Ali Hammuda

Why fathers carry more than we realise, and why honouring them is among the greatest paths to Allah.

Advice for those delivering the Eid khutbah

Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad 8 Min Read

Here are some points khatībs may use for the Eid al-Fitr 1447/2026 khutbah; please make takbīr between these points.

Market logic is reshaping Muslim institutions

Usman Qureshi 14 Min Read

Two years ago, a Gaza relief charity had 38 mosque collections. This year they have three. Something is broken.

30 Days to Ramadan: this is why it’s OK to be nervous

Hafiz Sha'ban 6 Min Read

Are you excited and ready, or nervous and panicking? Hafiz Sha‘ban explains why both might be a good sign.

On the harms of Muslim influencers

Dr. Asim Qureshi 51 Min Read

Dr Asim Qureshi opens up a frank conversation on the harms of “influencer” culture on the Muslim community.

Rajab is the gateway to Ramadan

Hafiz Sha'ban 4 Min Read

Rajab is where preparation begins; intentions are set here — so Ramadan doesn’t arrive unprepared.

Taqwa-centred approach to same-sex lust

Ali Jaffery 21 Min Read

Understanding sexual desire as a test, and learning how restraint reshapes the heart and behaviour.