Few subjects in Islamic history are as passionately debated as the role and rights of women. This conversation isn’t just about interpreting ancient texts—it directly impacts the lives of millions of women across the Muslim world today.

In an era where global movements for gender equality are reshaping societal norms, Islamic feminism stands at a fascinating crossroads: it seeks to reconcile the time-honored teachings of Islam with the ideals of contemporary feminism.

[Aysha A. Hidayatullah] work questions the foundational assumptions and methodologies employed by feminist interpreters who attempt to reconcile sacred scripture with contemporary ideals of gender justice.

This article will delve into the contributions of these women, their impact on Muslim communities, and the challenges they face, providing a structured analysis of how their efforts are reshaping the landscape of Islamic thought and practice.

In today’s religious and political climate, Christian support for Israel is often oversimplified or outright maligned by both secular critics and some within the Christian community, particularly those outside the United States, who associate it exclusively with fringe eschatological views.

In our increasingly fractured world, few topics are as urgent—or as emotionally charged—as the conversation around Islam. With headlines dominated by Middle Eastern conflict, rising concerns over radicalism, and a widespread decline in theological literacy across the West ...

At the core of progressive thought is a deeply reductionist view of human nature. In their worldview, people are essentially blank slates, molded by their environments.

Mohsen Sazegara, a former insider, reveals how the IRGC transformed from its original mission into a global power player—linked to Hezbollah, Hamas, and international conflicts.

When we hear the word jihad today, it immediately sparks strong emotions. For some, it conjures up images of terrorism and holy war.

But until recently, I hadn’t fully grasped how Russia is once again using antisemitism—not merely as a prejudice of the past, but as a deliberate ideological weapon in the present .. happening in Vladimir Putin’s Russia.

For over 1,300 years, the Arab Slave Trade operated across vast territories, involving Africans, Slavs, Persians, Turks, and Indians. The system was fueled by economic needs, cultural norms, and a theological framework within Islam that justified slavery.

Imagine an alternate timeline, much like George Bailey’s in It’s a Wonderful Life, where Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini was never born.

Mohamed Sabry Soliman, a 45-year-old Egyptian immigrant, hurled Molotov cocktails into a peaceful gathering of Jewish demonstrators, using a homemade flamethrower to set several people ablaze.

In our increasingly fractured world, few topics are as urgent—or as emotionally charged—as the conversation around Islam. With headlines dominated by Middle Eastern conflict, rising concerns over radicalism, and a widespread decline in theological literacy across the West ...

Suppose you’re a progressive, a Muslim, or even a Christian raised in the Middle East. In that case, you probably think you are acquainted with Jewish history wrapped up in your justice ideology.

By asking thoughtful questions—not just of ourselves but also of our Muslim friends—we can uncover the roots of this hostility and better understand the perspectives that shape it.