How the Quran solved tension among the companions

Sometimes in our writing and translation work, we come across an idea or passage that we can’t wait to share with everyone. Our next translated book, Faith Comes First, by Magdy Al-Hilali, is a treasure trove of ideas and strategies on building up iman....

12 Kinds of Fiqh

By Dr. Hamed Ghazali (Excerpts from an article written in 2010 as part of a Lighthouse Episode, a series of curriculum units designed by MAS Tarbiya) A Thinking Approach to the Quran The MAS methodology of tarbiya and its understanding of Islam make it unique. ...

Usra-Less

By Maha Ezzeddine from DetroitEstimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes (reposted from February 2017) I’ve attended nine different usras* in four states, trudging through rain, rush hour, and snowstorms; high school, college, grad school, and motherhood; after fajr,...
A Gift for All Hajj-Goers

A Gift for All Hajj-Goers

A small gift for our friends and loved ones who are embarking on Hajj this year – the Tarbiya Effects of Hajj upon the Soul and Character. May it inspire you and awaken a deeper sincerity on your journey. These chapters are an excerpt of a longer translated...
Fasting and Dua

Fasting and Dua

Part 5 of a series exploring how to prepare for the 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah and suggested worship habits we can incorporate in the upcoming days. The 10 Days will begin later this week. Read the other posts in the series: A Spiritual Reboot, Breaths...