The Muslim World is currently grappling with overwhelming challenges, including oppression, persecution, political instability, natural disasters, famine, disease, and even genocide.
While we do not know exactly when it will take place, Muslims know the Day of Judgement is inevitable. On this day, Allah will resurrect every human who has ever lived, gather us together, and question us about our deeds.
Al-Isra wal Miraj is one of the most notable events in the history of Islam. It was miraculous in the same way the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad, God’s peace and blessings be upon him. It was during this event that the Prophet traveled from Makkah to Jerusalem in one night.
The month of Rajab contains one of the most notable and miraculous events in Islam. Although no one knows the exact date, many scholars have estimated that it was possibly the 27th of Rajab around the year 621 AD that Al-Isra’ wal Mi’raj took place.
As a parent of young children, I wish I never had to talk to my kids about Islamophobia. If only it didn’t exist, and that I didn’t have to taint their innocence with such an unpleasant and possibly frightening topic!
Helping kids learn life lessons can be like guiding them through a maze, especially when they're young. For parents, it can be a big challenge, too, especially when tackling complex topics.