ARTICLES
78 Years On: Hiroshima, Nagasaki and the Catastrophic Consequences of Nuclear Warfare
Today marks 78 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and the world seems to be standing on the brink of another global conflict. Has time erased our memories?
The Tragedy of Karbala and the Untainted Legacy of the Companions
It is inconceivable to contend that the noble companions, who were spiritually nurtured by the Holy Prophet(sa) himself, could have played any role in the conflicts that culminated in the event of Karbala.
Jalsa Salana: The Spring of Spiritual Serenity and the Binding of Hearts
The primary purpose of Jalsa is to enable attendees to personally experience religious benefits. Among its secondary benefits is that it will promote mutual introduction among the members, and will strengthen the fraternal ties within the Community.
India’s Lunar Odyssey: Chasing New Frontiers with Chandrayaan 3
ISRO is preparing for the launch of Chandrayaan 3. With the primary objective of achieving a successful landing and rover deployment, the mission aims to explore the lunar surface through essential scientific studies for future purposes.
Khilafat: Transforming Fear Into Peace
As a Khalifa is God’s vicegerent on Earth, his person becomes the reflection of Divine attributes, and his actions serve as the true demonstration of Islamic teachings.
Finding Home in Faith: My Unforgettable Experience at Kerala State Lajna Ijtema
The Ijtema was a testament to the power of unity, prayers, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge. It served as a beacon of light in my spiritual journey.
Bidding Farewell to Ramadan, But Not to the Spirit It Kindled
Ramadan is a month of eternal blessings. Our journey towards spiritual excellence does not end, rather begins with the end of Ramadan.
The Different Steps of Human Evolution
The Holy Quran acknowledges the role of clay in the creation of life but dismisses the notion that God played with mud and water to mould the mixture into the shape of man.
In Pursuit of a Just World: A Review of ‘World Crisis and the Pathway to Peace’
A Hindu brother’s reflections on the book World Crisis and the Pathway to Peace by Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.
Qatar World Cup: Mothers Stealing the Spotlight
“Our success is not possible without our parents’ happiness” –Regragui’s words sound all the more relevant in today’s age, where filial responsibility is losing significance.
Climatic Disorder: An Alarming Issue
Climate change is a natural process which occurs, but man’s actions have worked as a fan, speeding up the process.
Coping with Depression
Depression has been called the world’s number one public mental health problem. It is an illness that mostly results from thoughts that are distorted in some way. Fortunately, you don’t have to live with depression; you can always show it a way out.
Racism: Where did the World Go Wrong?
History provides us with enough evidence on how racism – a baseless notion of one’s own race being superior to others – can infect a person’s mind and preclude any attempt to understand its victims.
God in the 21st Century
Do we need God in the 21st century? What role can religion play today in creating a moral society? Is not the concept of God and religion superfluous in this era of human development?
Are We Neglecting the Most Powerful Weapon in Our Fight Against Covid-19?
There are many precautions and safety measures governments are making their subjects to observe so as to tackle the pandemic of COVID-19. But has anyone cared to turn towards the Creator of mankind, Who has been forgotten as if He does not even exist?
Ramadan and the Significance of Fasting in Islam
The real objective of Ramadan is to make man capable of fulfilling the very purpose of his creation – i.e. to attain the nearness of God.
To Fast or Not to Fast: Ramadan Amid Covid-19
For over a month under lockdown, people have forgone many of their social rituals and traditions. However, Muslims had no difficulty observing their religious obligations, even confined in their homes.
Ramadan: A Month of Charity
One does not become the recipient of bounties by merely observing the fast in Ramadan. Instead, it is essential for a person to fulfil its requisites and focus on good deeds.
Islam and Europe: A Clash of Civilisations?
Islam has often been accused of being a threat to Western culture and civilisation. However, given the Judeo-Christian roots of Western culture, it is actually atheism, not Islam, which threatens to destroy that culture.
Human Values: The Foundation for a Peaceful World
World leaders must work towards ensuring that the world we leave behind for our children is marked by peace and prosperity, not a world of crippled economy and malformed children.