Do you know the months of the Islamic calendar? I've heard from many people who learned them by listening to the catchy tune "Months in Islam," sung by Rasheed ... Read More

The new Islamic year, 1427 H., is about to begin. Learn more about how Muslims measure the passage of time. More: Months of the Islamic Year

USA Today reports that representatives of CAIR, a U.S. Muslim advocacy group, arrived in Baghdad on Saturday to plead for the release of American hostage Jill Carroll. More: The Qur'an on ... Read More

Islam considers marriage as a solemn family relationship between a man and a woman, based on mercy and love. Here you can find more information about marriage and married life ... Read More

As the annual Hajj draws to a close, some people wonder: Why are only Muslims allowed to visit Mecca?

This year's Hajj had been primarily without incident until today. A hotel collapse early in the week was tragic but seemingly an isolated event. The stampede today, unfortunately, ... Read More

The official rites of the Hajj are drawing to an end, but millions of pilgrims remain in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. What do they do in the days and weeks ... Read More

The greatest lesson to be learned from Hajj is the equality of mankind, which allows no superiority on the basis of race, gender or social status.

On Tuesday, Muslims around the world will celebrate Eid al-Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice. During this celebration, Muslims commemorate and remember the trials of the Prophet Abraham, by ... Read More

Monday is the Day of Arafat - the culminating event of the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. There are now 2-3 million Muslims on pilgrimage in Mecca. ... Read More

According to the Prophet Muhamamad, peace be upon him, the first ten days of the month of Dhul-Hijjah are a special time for devotion. Why?