Intercultural marriages are becoming more prevalent in the Muslim community, bringing together diverse backgrounds that can enrich a family’s experiences.
In Islam, neighbors have a high status and their own set of rights. In the hustle and bustle of life, don’t neglect the rights you owe to others. This is because as opposed to popular belief, religion is not only a personal effort.
The future of Islam in this country, as well as our very faith and connection to Allah, is reflected in how we treat our neighbors. Perhaps this is the push we need to start connecting with them so we can better our relationship with God.
Imam Khalid Griggs reminds us that Muslims are divinely mandated to attend to the social needs of neighbors, not just in Muslim countries, but in America as well, where poverty is not as evident.