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Despite being a small archipelago, Malta sure does pack a punch when it comes to impressing visitors. It’s one of the smallest countries in the world, yet visitors will find so much to do here. From stunning scenery to pristine beaches and UNESCO World Heritage sites to its Islamic heritage, Malta is ready to surprise […]
“The paths to guidance are diverse, as a mercy and kindness from God to His servants, due to the variation in their intellectual, mental, and spiritual insights.” Ibn al-Qayyim The beauty of Islam is that it welcomes and embraces truth seekers through numerous avenues. Individuals such as Abu Bakr al-Siddiq RA were fast to accept […]
Did you know that Jesus is mentioned in the Quran more times by name than the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ? Not only is Jesus one of the most important individuals mentioned in the Quran, but he is also regarded as one of the five greatest prophets to have ever lived. Just as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ […]
It was on this very day (December 11), that the renowned scholar, jurist, polymath and author, Abu al-Walid Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Rushd died in Marrakech, Morocco. Born in Cordoba of Andalucia in the year 1126 CE, Ibn Rushd is widely known as Averroes in the West. Born into an influential Muslim Andalucian family, he […]
Thus it may be said that Jordan, with its blessed land, and with its wealth of Sacred Sites, is in itself a spiritual treasure with the potential to grace the lives of all those who visit it. H.R.H. Prince Ghazi bin Mohammed While sites such as Petra, the Dead Sea and Jerash may be well-known among […]
Think Bangkok and your mind wouldn’t automatically think of Islam or Muslims. Whilst the capital of Thailand is well known for its party scene, ladyboys and backpackers, there’s a side to the city that goes entirely missed. Muslims make up Thailand’s largest religious minority, mostly living in the southernmost provinces of Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala, and […]
