SUMMARY: Grandparents are a trove of honor and value for the younger generations and Muslims should avail of their company, honor them, care and pray for them to take advantage of this blessing.
SUMMARY: New children are a blessing and a trust from Allah, and accordingly parents should welcome these entrants to their family with the best affection and love as epitomized in the example of Prophet Muhammad, may Allah send peace and blessings upon him.
Marriage brings two families together. This can be exciting, but it can be difficult too. Families have different behaviours, ethnicities, and strategies of interacting. In Islam, family is very significant since it is a place of love, support, and growth.
SUMMARY: A reflection on a chance encounter with a person in need.
As I crossed State Street leaving Palmer House for the Ogilvie station, I saw her. She was clad in black jilbab, a neatly placed hijab on head and a mask.