SUMMARY: The people of Gaza, who have endured horrific trials, can draw from the suffering endured by the Prophet Muhammad, may Allah send peace and blessings upon him, and his response.
SUMMARY: The genocide and famine in Gaza can bring feelings of hopelessness. In this climate it is important to teach our children the supplications and prayers that can help navigate the tragedy by relying upon Allah.
SUMMARY: Muslims in the West can respond to the horrific genocide and famine in Gaza with faith and reliance in Allah, advocacy and activism, and emulation of those who have supported the oppressed in the past.
What was most painful about “Auntie F’s” death from COVID-19 last week was that no family member or friend could be with her as she took her last breath.
About 25% of those who died in the UK from Coronavirus are Muslims. At this moment, the UK parliament is considering a law which will cremate all dead bodies.
Aminah Assilmi (nee Janice Huff, 1945-March 5, 2010) was an American Muslim activist, Emmy-award winning broadcaster, speaker and director of the International Union of Muslim Women. She was named one of the 500 most influential Muslims in the world in 2009.