Articles Index
To Each His Own
Daily excerpt from the Quran, the holy book of Islam, about respecting others' choices.
Charity Grows in Benefit
Daily excerpt from the Quran, the holy book of Islam
Mercy and Forgiveness
Daily excerpt from the Quran, the holy book of Islam, about the mercy of Allah.
Be Just
Daily excerpt from the Quran, the holy book of Islam, about being just to others.
Girls' Education in Islam
What does Islam say about girls' education?
Prayers for Healing Sickness
What do Muslims say as a du'a (prayer) to ask Allah to heal someone who is suffering from sickness?
Sunnah Prayers
Beyond the five daily required prayers, Muslims often engage in optional prayers before or after the regular prayers. These are known as "sunnah prayers."
Prayers for Travel
What do Muslims say as a du'a (prayer) for travel, when taking a trip?
70 Excuses
There is a common expression among Muslims: "Make 70 excuses for your brother." While this is not an authentic hadith, attributed to the Prophet Muhammad, it remains good advice nonetheless.
Prayers for Forgiveness
What do Muslims say as a du'a (prayer) to ask Allah for forgiveness?
Prayers of Thanks
What do Muslims say as a du'a (prayer) to give thanks to God?
Prayers During Meals
What do Muslims say as a du'a (prayer) before and after eating a meal?
Mosque Security
The Council on American-Islamic Relations offers personal safety and mosque security advice for Muslim Americans and institutions.
Mosque Directories
Directories of mosques around the world, to help you find a mosque near you.
About Islam Newsletter: How to Subscribe / Unsubscribe / Change Address
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Online Qiblah Finder
The Qiblah determines the direction of the daily Muslim prayers, the position towards which a Muslim should stand during prayer. Muslims always face Mecca, Saudi Arabia during prayer. When traveling, use these online Qiblah finders to determine the direction of Mecca from your location.
Common Greetings for the Start of Ramadan
Advice on appropriate greetings to give to Muslims at the beginning of the month of Ramadan.
Common Greetings for Islamic Holidays
Advice on appropriate greetings to give to Muslims during Ramadan and other Islamic holidays.