The Meaning of ‘Qalb’ in Arabic

The Meaning of ‘Qalb’ in Arabic

Quranic teaches the language of the Quran in a fun and easy way! By Umarrah Javed Al-Hadi Our hearts are the foundation of what we know and believe. We use our hearts to make decisions, to interpret reality and our hearts also hold the capacity to receive and benefit...
Mindfulness in Islam

Mindfulness in Islam

By Umarrah Javed Al Hadi ﷽   Mindfulness: A word that defines the human ability to be entirely present. To become conscious or aware of something and to truly notice what you are doing.  Introduction  The Qurān repeatedly implores us to be mindful:...
Animals in the Quran

Animals in the Quran

Ceiling in traditional muqarna honeycomb pattern in Iranian mosque. Photo by Mehdi Saem By Rabi’a Elizabeth Brown And We gave understanding of this to Solomon. And to each We gave sound judgment and knowledge. We made the mountains and the birds celebrate...
Women in the Quran: Bilqis, Queen of Sheba

Women in the Quran: Bilqis, Queen of Sheba

By Rabi’a Elizabeth Brown Many of us who grew up in the West heard the phrase “the Queen of Sheba” on TV, from our parents (especially if we wanted an expensive toy), or maybe even in a children’s version of the holy book used in our faith tradition. The...
Can We Read or Touch the Quran without Wudhu?

Can We Read or Touch the Quran without Wudhu?

By Luqman Sadiq Purity is highly valued in Islam and is even mentioned as half of faith by the Prophet (pbuh) (Sahih Muslim). Both spiritual and physical purity have a significant role in Islam. Taharah, overall purity, is required by all Muslims before performing any...