Literature

Three books on Islamic European history you must read

Edward Rowe 9 Min Read

Edward Rowe offers some essential reading recommendations for Muslim history buffs living in Europe.

Reflections on visiting Shaykh Dr. Hassan al-Shafi‘i

Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad 6 Min Read

My short reflection on a lifetime of scholarship, perseverance, and the ijāzāt he graciously granted.

A Russian Confession, Tolstoy’s fascination with Islam

Shaymaa Khalid 14 Min Read

This is the tale of a Russian confession, of one of the greatest European thinkers of recent times.

Sofiane Berhoumi, the road to Guantanamo

Ali Watts 21 Min Read

The story of Sofiane Berhoumi is unveiled through the intentions that inspired the author to put pen to paper.

The book I didn’t want to read nor review

Zimarina Sarwar 11 Min Read

A book review of "When Only God Can See — The Faith of Muslim Political Prisoners" by Dr. Asim Qureshi and Dr. Walaa Quisay.

A Love Letter to Islamic Children’s Books

Mariya bint Rehan 17 Min Read

"These characters and lands and stories have contributed to my children’s understanding of Islam and how it fits into the world they occupy."