Category: Reflections
The Taboot-E-Sakina (The Ark of The Covenant)
The Holy Qur'an says: And (further) their Prophet said to them: “A sign of his authority is that there shall come to you the Ark of the Covenant, with [...]
Excellence Through Self-Purification
Allah (SWT) created humans with three essential elements: mind, body, and spirit. Among these, the spirit holds the highest nobility, described in the [...]
Artificial Intelligence and Quranic Studies
A WhatsApp message from a very religious cousin of mine took me by surprise. It read: I asked ChatGPT “how do I put Qur'an verse 16:90 in practice in [...]
Self-Help Books
Walk into any bookstore and you will find plenty of Self-help books (also called Self-improvement books) on display, many of which are best sellers. S [...]
Dr. Israr Ahmed: The Life and Legacy of a Visionary Qur’an Commentator
Dr. Israr Ahmed, born on April 26, 1932, in the Hissar district of Haryana, is remembered for his profound contributions as a commentator and teacher [...]
Points to Ponder: Muslims’ Weightlessness Plumbing New Depths
The Delhi video of a cop kicking a Muslim worshipper is quite disturbing. This is reflective of the plight of Muslims in India as of now. Their weight [...]
It is Not a Sin to Be Rich
Money is not everything, but money is something very essential. Some people are fond of saying that money cannot give happiness. This is a negative pe [...]
Good Communication Falters, When someone Determined to Misunderstand
Good and clear communication doesn't work with everyone. Especially people who've decided your perspective isn't relevant.
They aren't open to unde [...]
Gratitude or Resistance: Reflecting on our Response to Spiritual Advice
Maulana Abdul Majid Dariyabadi, in his advice on October 21, 1932, prompts us to reflect on how we react to valuable advice, especially when it comes [...]
Allama Iqbal’s Vision
Allama Iqbal, a renowned philosopher and poet born in 1877, transcended mere poetry with his profound vision that addressed the challenges faced by th [...]