Islam21c

01/06/2026

The political awakening we are seeing in our community is real. That should be welcomed. We have shown that we can mobilise. We have shown that we can protest. We have shown that we can vote. But awakening alone is not maturity.

Mawlana Tahir Talati argues that the real question now is whether we can build. Because voting creates moments, but relationships create influence. And if our political engagement begins and ends at the ballot box, we will remain visible without ever becoming truly influential.

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29/05/2026

Men and women were separated from their fitrah — and each other.
Here’s how we fix it.

This OnGuard episode with Sheikh Shaqur Rehman goes deep into how Muslim families were weakened, why motherhood and wifehood were devalued, how men lost real Islamic leadership, and what it takes to rebuild the home as the foundation of the Ummah.

This is not just a “gender roles” discussion. It’s about civilisation, family, tarbiyah, haya, and the future of our children.

Watch here:

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26/05/2026

Love is an action, not a feeling

We're in a world where the meaning of love has been lost.

The Prophet ﷺ embodied love in the way we need to emulate: saying it often to those we care about, giving gifts, speaking with encouragement, and showing love through action rather than passivity.

Watch the full video:

🎥https://youtu.be/OCfPSkFBYos

22/05/2026

This is why fathers carry more than we realise, and why honouring them is among the greatest paths to Allah.

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21/05/2026

Are we really there for our kids?

This is a profound point: we have to build an environment of connection prior to correction, especially when it comes to our children.

In fact, we may even find that many of their mistakes are better off put to one side, while we focus on those that actually matter.

Watch the full video:

🎥 https://youtu.be/OCfPSkFBYos

21/05/2026

Day 4 of our special 10-part Dhul Hijjah series — daily reminders for the greatest days of the year.

Three days. A lifetime of lessons. Discover what the university of Hajj was always trying to teach you.

https://www.islam21c.com/seasonal-reminders/hajj/lessons-from-the-university-of-hajj/

21/05/2026

This is a ruling on the cutting of hair and nails for the families of the one offering Qurbani/Udhiyah.

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21/05/2026

What happens when you know Islam is true… but still feel empty inside?

In this powerful episode of OnGuard, Hamza Tzortzis speaks to Imran Hussein about anxiety, intrusive thoughts, depression, nihilism, and the search for meaning.

Imran shares his own journey through darkness, the moment life seemed to lose its meaning, and how turning back to Allah transformed everything. But that wasn't the end...

This is an important conversation for anyone who has ever felt lost, anxious, spiritually numb, or overwhelmed — and for anyone trying to support someone who is.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/VP1qNaKeIKw

And search for 'OnGuard' on any of the online podcast platforms to listen.

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21/05/2026

We are very pleased to share the details of an upcoming book launch by one of our long-time contributors, Zimarina Sarwar.

Her latest work, “Journey of the Soul, Heading Home”, explores the human soul, its purpose, and its journey through this life and beyond.

Suitable for children aged 10+, the book reflects on what it truly means to be human, how we nourish the soul Allah has entrusted to us, and how we prepare for the eternal life to come.

The event will include live storytelling, a book reading, Q&A, and a book signing. Registration is not required, and families are welcome.

⏰ Saturday 23 May 2026, 11:30-15:00
📍 Lakeside Suite, Fairlop Waters Country Park, Forest Road, Ilford, IG6 3HN

20/05/2026

Day 3 of our special 10-part Dhul Hijjah series — daily reminders for the greatest days of the year.

The days of Dhul Hijjah are not only for the pilgrims of Makkah!

They are sacred opportunities for every believer to pause, refocus, and draw closer to Allah through dhikr, prayer, patience, charity, and sacrifice.

What we prioritise in these blessed days can shape the rest of our year. Absorb the full insights from Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood on Islam21c.

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