In Islamic culture, Abaya is one of the most significant pieces of clothing for women. It is a graceful, gorgeous garment with the original aim of preserving Islam’s dignity. An Islamic Abaya is a long, usually black dress worn by women in Muslim countries. Women are required to wear this Muslim clothing when they leave … Read moreConcept of Wearing Abaya in Islam
On Sept. 6, 2017, Hurricane Irma changed the lives of the people in the Virgin Islands and throughout the Caribbean. The powerful category 5 hurricane slammed into the defenseless islands with historic power and fury, packing winds of over 180 miles per hours and gust of over 200 miles per hour. The scariest part of … Read moreStronger Than A Storm: A Story of Recovery and Rebuilding after Hurricane Irma
By Nafeesa Niquaybah Ramadan Saturday, September 23, 2017 Masjid Ar-Razzaq celebrated its Tenth Annual Interfaith banquet: “Building Bridges of Humanity in a World of Many Faiths, a Reunion of the Human Family.” Under the leadership of Resident Imam John Ramadan, a student of Imam W. Deen Mohhamed and longtime local businessman founded Masjid Ar-Razzaq October … Read moreBuilding Bridges of Humanity
By Aaliyah Shah & Imam John Ramadan Islam was introduced to Charlotte, NC by Imam Ali-Shah in 1960. Born September 15, 1930 to Mr. Amzi Lightner and Mrs. Janie Boyd Lightner in Fairfield County, SC. He was born the 8th child and his birth name was Array Lightner which he later changed to Larry Lightner. … Read moreAli Shah Pioneer For Islam in Charlotte
By Rondie George I believe that teaching is a gift. You must be a lover of education and people to make the profession a positive place to be. You wear many hats: mentor, role model, counselor and friend. The main reason that I teach is because I love students and I am rewarded by seeing … Read moreThe Belief of an Educator
By Rondie George Education should be threefold. It should involve the parent, teacher and student all working in harmony and working in a way that would improve the entire community. 1. PARENTS: You are the most critical component of your child’s learning. Instill a strong sense of education within your child from birth. Allow him … Read moreEducation Is A Team Work
By Maitha Ali For the first time in 48 years, Masjid al-Aqsa was shut down by Israeli occupation forces for two days after an alleged gun attack. The results? Three Palestinians shot dead on the grounds of the masjid, and tens of thousands restricted from being able to perform Friday prayers. Protests continue to spark … Read moreHands Off Al-Aqsa
Saad Haq Yes, that is the title; it is a play on the phrase “the struggle is real.” To be honest, I had a difficult time writing this piece because of the topic of discussion, which I chose to write about – you could call it a struggle. As a person who has just begun … Read moreThe Jihad is Real
By Duston Barto “Believers, uphold justice and bear witness to God, even if that witness is against yourself, your parents or your close relatives. Whether a person is rich or poor, God can best take care of both. Refrain from following your own desires, so that you do not act unjustly. If you distort the … Read moreHow Muslims Should Disagree
Charlotte Muslim Community Interfaith Iftar Organizations around Charlotte planned an interfaith dinner/iftar which was held at Islamic Society of Greater Charlotte. The above picture is Charlotte Mayor Jennifer Roberts speaking to a diverse crowd on improving community matters. She also mentioned her visit to the Charlotte Chamber meeting in Dallas where she was told by … Read moreCharlotte Muslim Community Interfaith Iftar