culture

Being shy or bashful, modest in dress, speech, and behavior is considered something archaic, even prehistoric today. Yet, this is a key virtue of Islam. It’s what distinguishes a person of faith and God-consciousness. 

Business gurus have long touted the need for employees to be culturally savvy who are able to deal with the world’s diversity. Here are some ways to start sharing your ethnic and linguistic heritage with tomorrow’s Muslims today.

During the summer, a number of young Muslims from North America visit Muslim countries (usually the birthplace of their parents). While such visits help maintain ties with relatives, they also pose a number of challenges.

Welcoming guests is a part of our way of life as Muslims. But being a good guest is the other side of this coin. Here are some tips to keep your hosts happy and your visit virtually problem-free.

In the Muslim world, marriage customs and traditions vary as much as the colors in a rainbow. Here are customs from some parts of the Muslim world. 

The last time I went to Jummah, I had to keep shifting positions so I wouldn't fall asleep during the Khutbah. The Khateeb was as usual tying in his discussion of the Quran and Sunnah with the state of the Muslims in the world today. He reminded the congregation that if one part of the Muslim Ummah is in pain, the whole body should hurt and react. Muslims in Palestine, Chechnya, Kashmir, Gujrat, are suffering, and the Muslim world is sitting still.

Do you think your teenager's mood swings, anger and rebelliousness are awful enough representations of "American teen culture". Think again. These are only the tip of the iceberg.