This is an interview conducted in the late 1990s with award-winning Muslim author Rukhsana Khan, whose book "Big Red Lollipop" was listed by New York Public Library as one of the 100 Great Children’s Books in 100 Years.
Planning is key to making the most of the opportunities and resources Allah blesses us with. Attending a Muslim conference is no exception to this. These seven tips offer ways for attendees to enhance and make the most of this amazing experience.
Most people think senior citizens cannot contribute to the community. The impression is that the level of contribution is inversely proportional to age. Not true. Seniors contribute experience, knowledge and dedication. Just give them the opportunity!
Keeping Islamic etiquette when it comes to our parents or seniors is hard in a culture that's becoming increasingly rude and dog-eat-dog. Here are five tips that can help dealing with elders.
What do the Quran and Sunnah say about the elderly and seniors in our community? The Prophet said: "He does not belong to us who does not show mercy to our young ones and respect to our old ones..."
Muslim seniors in the North American context nned help and feeling of brother and sisterhood. Their personal, social and spirittual needs should be looked after not only by their families, but also by the community.