It is morning time. You hear the phrase "Allahu Akbar" being said outside. Your neighbors are dressed up nicely. There is an aroma of meat in the air. Your friend, who is not a Muslim, asks, "What is … read more

You're standing in your hotel room in Makkah. Tomorrow is the 8th of Dhul Hijjah. Hajj begins. Your lifelong dream is about to happen. But you're nervous. Terrified, actually. So many rituals. So many … read more

She narrated 2,210 hadiths. More than any woman in Islamic history. More than most male companions. She lived 40+ years after the Prophet's death. Teaching. Correcting. Guiding. Answering questions. T … read more

Your child attended weekend Islamic school at 7 years old. After three months, you ask, “What did you learn about Prophet Muhammad today?” She replies, “I don’t remember.&rdquo … read more

An entire chapter of the Qur'an is named after her. Chapter 19. Surah Maryam. Not after any of the Prophet Muhammad's wives. Not after any of his daughters. Not after any Muslim woman. After Mariam. M … read more