How is Eid al-Fitr celebrated?
Monday October 31, 2005
Eid al-Fitr, the Festival of Fast-Breaking, is the celebration that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is expected to end this week, on November 3rd ... Read More
Leyla al-Qadr: The Night of Power
Monday October 31, 2005
Why are these last 10 days of Ramadan particularly special? Learn more about Leyla al-Qadr, the "Night of Power," when the first verses of the Qur'an were revealed to ... Read More
2+ Million Gather in Mecca for Last Days of Ramadan
Monday October 31, 2005
It is quite a sight: a gathering of over 2 million people, praying together in unison and silence. During these last few days of Ramadan, over 2 million Muslims ... Read More
Florida School Calendar Changed - Not at the Request of Muslims
Thursday October 27, 2005
In a Florida school district, a group of Muslim parents and students made a simple request -- to make the Eid al-Fitr holiday a recognized school holiday, as had been ... Read More
Qiyam al-Layl
Wednesday October 26, 2005
During these last few days of Ramadan, it is recommended to spend part of the night in prayer and devotion. Read more about the practice of Qiyam al-Layl -- ... Read More
Last 10 Days of Ramadan
Sunday October 23, 2005
During the last ten days of Ramadan, Muslims seek and observe what is known as the "Night of Power." Muslims worldwide spend these last ten nights of Ramadan in ... Read More
God is Not a Terrorist
Sunday October 23, 2005
Thousands of people have died and communities destroyed in recent hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters. Is God punishing us?
Taraweeh Prayers
Friday October 14, 2005
During Ramadan, special evening prayers are conducted during which long portions of the Qur'an are recited. These special prayers are known as taraweeh. You can watch them live from ... Read More
Fasting Fiqh
Tuesday October 11, 2005
As the month of Ramadan moves along, there are bound to be questions that pop up about specific fasting requirements and rules. Can or should I break my fast if ... Read More
Quit Smoking for Good
Friday October 7, 2005
During Ramadan, smokers must refrain from cigarettes during the daylight hours. What a great opportunity to break the addiction for good! Many Muslim scholars believe smoking to be ... Read More
The Qur'an in 30 Days
Friday October 7, 2005
During the month of Ramadan, Muslims strive to read the entire Qur'an from cover to cover. To help with this effort, the Qur'an is divided into 30 equal parts, ... Read More
Greeting Muslims at the Start of Ramadan
Monday October 3, 2005
Of the many email messages I receive, a common question is about how to greet Muslim friends, colleagues, students, etc. at the start of the holy month of Ramadan. ... Read More
The Holy Month of Ramadan Begins
Monday October 3, 2005
The month of blessings and mercy has begun once again. As I write this note, the beautiful words of the Qur’an are being recited around the city of Riyadh ... Read More
Ramadan Kareem!
Monday October 3, 2005
Here in Saudi Arabia, it has been announced that Tuesday will be the first day of fasting. Other neighboring countries will also begin the fast on this day. ... Read More