Wassim Hassan
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Abd al-Wahhab al-Sha’rani and His al-Minan al-Kubra
Al-Minan al-Kubra is a fascinating text that can almost be placed in a genre of its own. Not only is the book bursting with beneficial advice and specific examples of the manifestations of various virtues, but it is also a glimpse into al-Sha’rani’s own life. From the beginning he speaks of his own lineage, and…
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Al-Sha’rawi and the Neglect of Judgment Day
It is clear from the words of al-Sha’rawi that discussion and observance of the signs of Judgement Day are an essential component of a healthy Muslim consciousness. Most Muslims who have made a slight effort to learn a thing or two about their religion have heard the narration known as Hadith Jibril, wherein the Messenger…
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An Introduction to Kalam
As the Muslim world once again becomes safe for Madhahib, or Sunni legal schools of thought, the next ‘elephant in the room’ must be addressed: creed.
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An Introduction to Postmodernism and its Implications
One of the most convoluted paradigms of thought to emerge throughout recorded intellectual history is postmodernism. Postmodernists themselves take pride in Jacques Derrida’s elusive and difficult writing style, presenting it as a protest against elitist standardization of writing. [1] Derrida is considered the founding father of deconstructionist philosophy and one of the main figureheads of…
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Spiritual Lessons From The Lion King
Recently reproduced in theaters, The Lion King is a movie that the average child who grew up in the 90’s Disney era can recall almost from memory.
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Reconsidering the Liberal Asylum
In recent years, the right wing’s increased outward animosity towards Islam and Muslims has driven Muslims to become disillusioned with the conservative Republican party.
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On Spiritual Humility
Muslims are superficially familiar with the concept of spiritual humility. Our elders often scold us and remind us of the virtues of humility. Nonetheless, a question that is rarely answered (or even asked) is how does one attain spiritual humility?
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Ideology and Globalization
Defining “ideology” is a burdensome feat, as the term is used in a plethora of diverse contexts.
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Progressive Muslims and The Right-Wing: An Alliance
Critics of Islamophobia, often left-wing activists, position themselves passionately against far-right hateful bigots, creating the mirage of the left being unconditionally allied with Islam and Muslims.
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Islamic Creed in a Secular World
Muslims often struggle to explain the crises of faith evident in the coming generation.