The lunar Islamic calendar does not correspond with the Gregorian calendar. To avoid confusion, many Muslims refer to a dual-date calendar: with both Gregorian dates and the anticipated Islamic dates. ... Read More

In the Qur'an, stories about the life and teachings of Jesus Christ (called 'Isa in Arabic) are abundant. The Qur'an recalls his miraculous birth, his teachings, the miracles he performed ... Read More

During the Islamic holiday Eid Al-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice), Muslims show their gratitude to God and assert their willingness to give up worldly comforts for His sake. Read more ... Read More

Today was the first day of the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Nearly 3 million pilgrims from around the world have arrived in Mecca, and have now traveled ... Read More

While Malcolm X was in Mecca performing his pilgrimage, he wrote to his assistants: "They asked me what about the Hajj had impressed me the most. . . . I ... Read More

The Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah (month of Hajj) has begun! According to the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, the first ten days of this month are a special ... Read More

The diversity and enormity of the crowds of pilgrims in Mecca during the Hajj is something that needs to be seen to be believed. Several broadcasters have filmed documentaries and ... Read More

The Hajj, or Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, has occurred annually for the past 14 centuries. Naturally, the experience is quite a bit different than it was in earlier days. ... Read More