Are Muslim Women Oppressed in Islam ?
Question : I find that muslim women are oppressed in Islam. Men have always upper hand and women are not given their right. Can you clarify this for me ? People often fail to distinguish between culture and religion, Two things that are completely different.. Everybody focuses to Muslim women worldwide as oppressed, more specifically... More
My Journey To Islam - Aminah Assilmi Life Story
Aminah Assilmi was born as a Southern Baptist and was a feminist working for women’s rights. Although she was initially opposed by her entire family for accepting Islam in 1977, subsequently most of her family members accepted Islam. She was the President of the International Union of Muslim Women. She passed away on March... More
From LA LA Land To Allah’s Land - Pamela Barrett (1948 - 2006)
Story about Pamela Barret’s journey to Islam. She passed away on 2006. May Allah have mercy on her. Let her journey inspire all those who are searching for truth. My background was typical California American growing up in the early sixties. My parents raised us five kids as Catholic, but with the divorce of my parents when... More
I Want to Know - Whom Do Muslims Worship ?
Question : “I am now learning about Islam. I want to know whom do muslims worship” Muslims submit and surrender their will and desires to the will and the laws of the Creator. By referring to, “The Creator”, Muslims are talking about “Allah.” The Name Allah The name “Allah” is unique.... More
What is The Meaning of the Word ‘Jihad’?
Question : Can You Tell Me The Meaning of the Word ‘Jihad’? Islam does not permit attack on innocent people in the name of religion. The Qur’an makes it very clear that in matters related to religion there ought to be no coercion, and the duty of the followers of the faith is just to enlighten the people and that if... More
