Since pursuing a degree in Religious Studies as a secular person, and especially after spending three months in Morocco, there are two questions I am often asked by both Muslim and non-Muslim friends. Do you think Islam is patriarchal? Do you think Islam is violent? Based on my academic study, as well as personal experiences […]

After residing in Morocco for two months, I have been questioned by many people at home as well as several women here about what my opinion is on the Islamic headscarf. Do I see them as a negative thing? Do I think they are oppressive? Do I think that at home in Canada they should […]

Following the concepts such as “The End of History” and the  “Clash of Civilizations” that started to be popular from the 90’s onwards, one fact looms in these harshest days of the 21st Century; these concepts have no validity whatsoever and they fail to deliver any solutions. Thus there is an urgent need for constructing […]

To all Muslims and non-Muslims, Salamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatuhu, which simply means in English translation “May the Peace, Mercy, and Blessings of Allah be upon you.” Have you ever wondered why Muslims love the Holy Prophet (S.A.W) so much? There are countless examples from every aspect of his blessed life to ponder upon, […]