Mahasin D. Shamsid-Deen

Parents may lie to their children thinking they are protecting or preserving a child’s mental health.  However, the National Institute of Health found children who are routinely told untruths by their parents experience a higher incidence of emotional difficulties, damaged trust in the paren

Anas reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said in his illness before he passed away, “Your family relations! Your family relations!”

Source: Ṣaḥīḥ Ibn Ḥibbān 463

Whenever Muslims think about protecting the breast we immediately think of Suratul Nur in the Holy Quran, verse 31 where Allah tells the believing women: “Let them draw their veils over their bosom…”  The Arabic word ‘bikhumurihinna’ used in this verse is a form of the word ‘khimar’ which me

"It was the best of times; it was the worst of times" is a famous quote from the novel A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens.  It was written in 1859 and highlighted the French revolution.  The opening statement of the novel contrasts the ambiguity within society dur

The month of Rabi-al-Awwal is a time for Muslims to reflect upon the Mercy and Blessings that Allah bestowed upon humanity, especially by giving inspiration to Prophet Muhammad (SAW).  It was during the month of Rabi-al-Awwal that the prophet (pbuh) was born, passed away and made hijrah from

This week the Muslim Home Newsletter focuses on Activism, a timely topic that addresses a critical need due to the state of current world affairs.  The United Nations Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) finally confirmed what the world has witnessed for months - that famine h

The Pew Research Center reported that when surveying American sentiments towards Muslims in 2019 that Muslims were regarded less favorably than any other group.  The same study revealed that public-school districts reported violence, threats of violence and discrimination directed towards Mu