The Quran is the Word of Allah and an answer to the prayers of those who call upon Him for guidance. The first chapter of the Quran, Surah Al-Fatihah, also named The Opening, is a supplication to the Creator of the Heavens and the Earth, to keep us on the Straight Path.
There are numerous reasons why Muslim parents want their children to memorize the Quran. It is part of our tradition and a feat that sets us apart from other religious adherents.
Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, had a simplistic and minimalistic approach towards life, so much so that he would confess to Allah that he would rather fast one day and eat one day, so that on the day that he fasts, he would call out to Him and on the day he chose to eat he wou
The cliché use of the term “home economics” is unfortunately attributed to tasks meant to be undertaken by women specifically, such as cooking, sewing, and providing child and family care responsibilities.
When I think of skills that are important for life, communication is at the front of the line. I don’t just mean knowing how to string letters together to make words or even knowing how to spell those words correctly, though both of these definitely have their place and value.