Sumayya Khan

It’s that time of the year again where lazing on the couch, taking inadvertent naps, and slow movement are commonplace during the day.

Muslim Girls Rise is a collection of stories about contemporary Muslim women who have made a difference locally, nationally, and even worldwide. Written by Saira Mir and published in 2019, it can encourage young Muslim girls to dream big.

This life is a test. A test we all have been struggling through. It is also the test we wish our children will get through with ease but, deep down, we know it will be a struggle for them as well. So how do we prepare them for this test? 

Allah says in the Quran: 

Elderly parents and relatives are a huge blessing in our lives. They are an integral part of our families as they help pass on tried and tested wisdom, help raise our children, and shower us with unconditional love. But what if that blessing becomes a test?

Ibtihaj Muhammad. Hajar Abulfazl. Kulsoom Abdullah. Sarah Attar. These are some of the names of Muslim women who participate in sporting events on a national or international scale They are fencing, playing soccer, weightlifting, and running track and field, respectively.

Most Muslim parents are interested in their children learning to read the Quran. Some even aspire to have their kids memorize the entire Quran in their youth. It is a great achievement for parents when their children reach this goal.

We live in a time where Instagram influencers or YouTubers have reached celebrity status and have gained a lot of wealth through their platforms. Many of us aspire to be like them. And why not? An average person managed to gain fame and wealth through the internet alone.