Ramadan is a Blessed month in the Islamic religion. Muslims worldwide come together to perform a variety of good deeds and practice all types of worship to please Allah Almighty. During Ramadan, the rewards of all acts of good and worship practices – including good manners – are multiplied by Allah, The Most Generous SWT. […]
Xenophobia is defined as the fear of strangers; it is a broad term that may be applied to any fear of someone different from an individual. Definition of Xenophobia Xenophobia is usually rooted in the perception that members of the outgroup are foreign to the ingroup community. Hostility towards outsiders is often a reaction to […]
Trauma happens when people are subjected to racism, discrimination, microaggressions, or other forms of mistreatment or violence because of their racial background. Defining Racial Trauma And that leads to the definition of racial trauma, also known as race-based traumatic stress, which is the set of consequences that occur when a person of color deals with […]
The recent earthquake that has hit south Turkey and Northern Syria has been devesting on many levels. Hundreds of deaths and injuries have been reported, with the numbers expected to rise. Several victims are still waiting for rescue and relief teams to save them as the conditions are deteriorating. With many shortages in food, water, […]
As the crescent moon marks the beginning of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, millions of Muslims around the world embark on a spiritual journey marked by devotion, reflection, and self-discipline. Ramadan is much more than a month of fasting; it is a sacred time that holds profound significance in the Islamic […]
The ongoing Syrian refugee crisis is one of the most devastating humanitarian disasters in recent history. Over ten years, more than 6.6 million Syrians have been forced to flee their country due to conflict and displacement, with 5.5 million seeking refuge in countries such as Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt. Unfortunately, life for these […]
When it comes to seeking a better life, many people leave their home countries for different reasons. Whether they’re seeking asylum or refuge, they could be fleeing wars, diseases, crises, or disasters – or simply looking for more access to education and job opportunities. However, not everyone who leaves their country is considered a refugee […]
Since 2011, millions of people in Syria have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict and crises. Of those who left, around 675,000 have found refuge in Jordan, with most living in towns and villages within local communities rather than refugee camps. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the displacement […]
Interest (Riba) in Islam Interest or (Riba) is an Arabic word that means “to increase or to exceed.” It refers to the charging of interest on loans or financial transactions. This practice is considered forbidden, or haram, in Islamic law because it is seen as exploitative and unfairly burdensome for the borrower. Islamic law (Shari’a) […]