By Nida MerchantOften, Muslims debate against the theological basis of mourning within Islam, garnering titles that minimize the reaction or intensity of pain. It is important to note, however, that the mourning process has existed since the time of the Prophets. Specifically, the admonishing nature of mourning comes up during the months of Muharram and Safar when…
By Aia JaberIf your only go-to short surah is Surah Ikhlas, say no more! Performing prayer is an act of worship each of us should look forward to but often times our limited knowledge of surahs force us to keep repeating the same ones in every single prayer. This leads us to have a weaker connection with…
By Shifah BelaiStudents around the world are currently returning to school for their first semester of a new grade. Most will be attending the same school as they’ve done for previous years. But for students like Mahbuba, many will be starting a new stage in their life. Mahbuba Sumiya is a college freshman due to start at…
By MG StaffAs the COVID pandemic rages on, something we likely don’t think about unless we’ve been forced to think about it due to the unfortunate experience of losing a loved one during this pandemic is how COVID contact protocols change our burial rites. With many cities, states, and municipalities creating guidelines that those that passed from…
By MG StaffIt’s that time of year again. You know what time I’m talking about. Millions of “diets” will be started tomorrow on January 4th. Numerous intentions will be set — goals, and resolutions. Because 2020 was an unpredictable and challenging year, it’s totally understandable if you didn’t hit your yearly goals. I’d wager that most people…
By Asiya BharadiaAre you feeling like you won’t ever be able to achieve your goals? Like getting into your dream university or graduating with a degree is becoming impossible at this point? Are you doubting yourself and your ability to start your own business or flourish in your chosen career? Then this is the solution for you….
By Asiya BharadiaWednesdays were Mustafa Ahmed’s favorite days. Mostly because he only had to work for half the day. And his wife always made him a special lunch. But also because he got to see all his many nieces and nephews and play with their children. Mustafa was getting old, but he liked to believe he was…
By Amani SalahudeenAs we prepare to spend Ramadan in our homes with our families, I thought it would be helpful to share some of the best Ramadan decorations I’ve seen on TikTok. 1. @girlrefurbished’s Ramadan Nook for Kids 2. Props to this mom (@ehabtraish) who made her kids a lil masjid 3. @nimistyle created a Ramadan calendar…
By Jessica Daqamsseh“The month of Ramadhan [is that] in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion. So whoever sights [the new moon of] the month, let him fast it [.]” (Al-Baqarah 2:185) The holy month of Ramadan is upon us. For many, it’s hard to imagine not…
By MG StaffI had the privilege of leaving my father’s house twice. The first time he gave me away looked nothing less than simple. A small mosque, a family witness, and a wedding dress I bought on my own. His face was flushed. He didn’t look me in the eyes, and his heart hurt deeply. Many of…
By MG StaffFrom socially and economically, to all things politics, our world is going through a number of revolutions at the moment. It feels as though we are firmly knocking at doors of change, and that’s probably for the best. What’s astounding, however is that a number of entities, be it media or otherwise, are struggling to…
By “What is halal beauty” I hear you ask, and why do we need it? The word “halal” doesn’t only apply to food and drink, but runs through every avenue of a Muslim’s life. Halal means that which is permissible under Islamic law, and when it comes to beauty products, there is no exception. Muslim women…
By vanessaelshamyBy now I’m sure you’ve seen the Nike “Just Do It” ad campaign featuring former 49ers player, Colin Kaepernick. The image, featured on billboards, in magazines, and all over social media, sports an up-close image of Kaepernick in black and white and reads, “Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything. Just do it.” This…
By Guest BloggerTill We Cover embraces modesty through urban expression, and are passionate about social inclusion. The campaign #bornfromwarriors is centered around inclusivity, and a generation standing together. A generation who are now worriers, yet this generation came from a generation of warriors, who came to new shores with nothing but themselves. We worked with three spoken…
By It’s 2011, a few weeks after I had started wearing a hijab, and I’m rummaging through the chip section of a 7-11. In the early stages of my hijab, there were days that I forgot I even had it on, and there were days that I was hyper-aware of every look I received or conversation…
