Muharram is the initial month of the Islamic calendar. Also, it’s the beginning of the Islamic New Year.

The Arabic word for smile “bassama” appears in the Holy Quran at Surah An Naml ayah 19 when Prophet Sulaiman (AS) reacts to a warning the ants give each other to seek shelter so as not to be inadvertently crushed from Sulaiman (AS) and his armies.

The reported prophetic sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) are meant to help the believer navigate through life.  The commentary is layered with significant meanings that are as relevant today as they were a millennium and a half in the past.  Abdullah bin Amr bin Al-As was a companio

Muslim parents feel a deep responsibility to teach their children about Islam in a way that is both proper and respectful. In their effort to instill faith and discipline, they may unintentionally present the religion as overly rigid or strict.

Pregnancy is a memorable time in a woman’s life. While mothers tend to focus on their health and the baby’s growth, oral hygiene usually gets omitted. However, a smile that is usually perceived as an easy expression reflects deeper health and well-being.

I recently learned about an excellent program initiated by the Al-Rahmah College Preparatory Academy at the Islamic Society of Baltimore (ISB), in partnership with Bayaan Academy, to team up students and seniors.