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07/26/2026

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07/25/2026

Earth’s Remarkable Roof

“The Arabs during the early period of Islam, read the Quranic verse that described the Earth as having a protected roof. However, they had no idea that the Earth is shielded from danger according to what we know from science today. Nevertheless, some scholars opined that an ayah could have several acceptable interpretations.

Therefore, the understanding of what this verse meant to Muslims of the past still stands.”

Read the full article at muslimperspectives.com

06/15/2026

Who’s monitoring the mood in Israel?

“Trump signs an agreement that funnels billions to the ayatollahs’ regime, leaves the nuclear infrastructure intact, preserves the ballistic [missile] threat as it is, and throws a lifeline to the murderous regime in Tehran,” Golan said.
Naftali Bennet, a former prime minister and a leading challenger in the forthcoming polls, said Netanyahu was “incapable of achieving a decisive victory” and had led Israel into wars of “stagnation and attrition”.”

Excerpt From
“Israeli officials defiant over apparent inclusion of Lebanon ceasefire in US-Iran deal”
The Guardian

Defence minister Israel Katz says military forces will not withdraw from territory seized in south Lebanon

06/15/2026

إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ‎
We are saddened today to learn of the passing of a pioneer of the Islamic work in Guyana, Sr. Shireen Yusuf.

She was the wife of Imam Haseeb Yusuf, former Murshid of the Guyana Islamic Trust and now Imam of the Eccles Sunnatul Masjid.

She was the mother of Br. Muaz, Sh. Masood and Sh. Mus’ab.

Those who grew up with her in the early days of the Islamic work fondly recall her commitment, sincerity and seriousness for Islam, as well as the sisterhood she engendered.

We pray that Allah forgive her, have mercy on her and grant her an eternal reward in Jannah.

We pray that Allah grant her husband, children and the bereaved relatives patience and comfort in their hour of grief.

Please keep her in your duas and continue to recite the Qur’an on her behalf.

06/11/2026

Hajar (AS) and the Birth of a Nation - Farhad Khadim

Check out our most recent article on how a woman who trusted in God became the foundation of a great civilization.

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05/27/2026

From the team at Muslim Perspectives Magazine, Eid Mubarak! May your day be filled with goodness, blessings, peace and love and may the Almighty send relief to those who are suffering and cannot celebrate today.

05/16/2026

Prophetic Tenderness

Once the prophet (salla Allahu ‘alaihi wa sallam) was sitting in a room with Aisha (RA) and fixing his shoes. It was very warm, and Aisha looked to his blessed forehead and noticed that there were beads of sweat on it. She became overwhelmed by the majesty of that sight was staring at him long enough for him to notice.

He said,“What’s the matter?” She replied, “If Abu Bukair Al-Huthali, the poet, saw you, he would know that his poem was written for you.” The Prophet (sallaAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam) asked, “What did he say?” She replied, “Abu Bukair said that if you looked to the majesty of the moon, it twinkles and lights up the world for everybody to see.”

So the Prophet (salla Allahu 'alaihi wa sallam) got up, walked to Aisha, kissed her between the eyes, and said, “Wallahi ya Aisha, you are like that to me and more.”

(Narrated in Dala'el Al-Nubuwa for Imam Abu Nu'aim with isnad including Imam Bukhari and Imam Ibn Khuzaina.)

05/09/2026

Thursday Health Tip - Dr. Wazir Kudrath

The question today is about the consumption of fruits .
I prefer to approach this from two point of views :
1. Non diabetics
Here I suggest that there should be no restrictions, if all else is normal. Fruits are healthy part of our diet . However , in today’s society and agricultural practices, we tend to eat fruits year long and outside of their seasons . Our body are more amenable to eat fruits in their seasons. So there is a risk of over exposure to fruits .
Here , moderation is the answer to mitigate the impact of eating fruits outside of their natural seasons . For example , I see mangoes on the grocery shelf all year long . And this is mostly from green house agriculture as well as genetic modifying of the species for shorter fruiting seasons .
Now, if someone is non diabetics but has cholesterol problems, then there should be a restriction on fruit consumption. Fruits are rich in fructose ( a monosaccharide like glucose ) but this sugar can only be utilised in the liver. The synthesis of cholesterol occurs in the liver and our blood cholesterol is mostly due to synthesised cholesterol and not dietary input . A consistent high level of fructose can lead to a fatty liver.

Also, beware of fructose corn syrup. It is found in almost every packaged foods . This compound is mostly responsible for the high prevalence of heart disease . We must read the labels and look for non fructose syrup products . Example , the cereals we feed our kids and grandkids are high in fructose corn syrup , we are setting them up for heart disease in their 40s and heart attack in their 50s . I firmly believe that this single ingredient which is so pervasive, is the main cause of heart disease even in apparently healthy looking people .

2. Diabetics.
Diabetics have to be very selective in their choice of fruits and the quantity of fruits . It’s not a generalised approach of “ no fruits “ . Fruits are rich in minerals and cofactors that are essential for health . Again , moderation and not abstinence. Fruits like mangoes, ripe bananas and grapes are rich in sugars but also rich in essential nutrients, so eat in moderation : a few grapes , a few dates , a mango two times/week , a half ripe banana three times/ week etc .

Fruits like berries , cherries , apples , citrus are low in the glycemic index and does not cause a sugar spike . The A1c is elevated with persistent high sugar levels and not short term spikes .
We should not consume canned fruits in syrup .

Finally , all fruits must be thoroughly washed in light soap water before consumption. Fruits are sprayed with wax and still carry a layer of pesticides under the waxy surface . The wax layer is not only to give a nice bright look but to preserve the fruit longer on the shelf . This waxy compound and the underlying pesticides have been implicated in the development of Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Now , let’s enjoy fruits the way nature intends !

05/09/2026

Kun fa Yakun
Farhad Khadim

Clay
Moulded
By Divine hands
Divine breath
Gives life
Angelic protestations
Answered
Kun fa Yakun.

Enticement
In the Garden
Deception overcomes
In a moment of Weakness
A slip, a sentence
Of earthly existence
Temporal
Then Tawbah and a Yearning to return
A Yearning to return.

04/02/2026

Self-reflection is an indication that we have arrived at emotional maturity & religious responsibility.

Yes, when we engage in mindful self-reflection we can gain a deeper understanding of our ego, it’s influence, & ultimately, move beyond it’s limitations to achieve greater self-awareness & personal growth towards pleasing the Creator.

The ego is the part of the mind that mediates between the conscious self & the external world, shaping our sense of individuality, thoughts, & self-esteem. It is influenced by past experiences, beliefs, & societal expectations, often leading to a self-narrative that may not be entirely accurate.

While the ego is essential for survival & navigating social situations, it can also create barriers to self-awareness & personal growth.

Self-reflection is a powerful tool for personal growth, & understanding - its relationship with the ego is necessary for navigating this process. The ego, often associated with our sense of self & self-esteem, can sometimes hinder self-reflection by creating biases & resistance to honest self-assessment.

The "commanding self,"
“ان النفس لامراةً بالسوء “
is the lowest level of the human ego, in Islamic ethics - it drives individuals toward immediate gratification, laziness, & disobedience to the Creator. It is the source of inner battles, leading to actions like selfishness, overindulgence, & rage.

The ego is viewed as a significant internal challenge that must be subdued to achieve closeness to the Creator (تقوى). An inflated ego can ruin good deeds, leading to performing good acts for praise (رياء), which leads to spiritual destruction.

Among the many signs of an unchecked ego include an inability to take correction, feeling offended when others succeed, & the need to always have the final, superior word.

We ask Allah swt to accept our efforts. Ameen.

Dr. Mohamed Abdul Hakeem