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To see every Muslim confident and impacting the world
Join Shaykh Dr. Ali Ahmed on an enlightening series, focusing on the journey from #StruggleToStrength through the lens of powerful virtues.
From the steadfastness required to remain unwavering in faith to the courage needed to face life's uncertainties, each episode explores how these qualities empower individuals to transform challenges into triumphs.
https://youtu.be/nXJmoncnldE
In a world where the natural realm intertwines with our quest for knowledge, the contributions of the Ummah to botany and pharmacology are two examples of scientific endeavour and curiosity.
Among the stars of this legacy stands the Andalusian botanist, Ibn al-Baytār, whose dedication to the plant kingdom documented approximately 900 plants, unveiling their secrets for the welfare of humanity.
His work is more than a mere catalogue of names; it demonstrates the holistic approach of scholarship, where the study of nature goes hand in hand with spiritual and physical wellbeing.
Ibn al-Baytār's exhaustive compilations laid the foundations for modern botany and pharmacology, showcasing the rich intellectual heritage that we, as a part of the Ummah, have inherited.
Indeed, his passion for exploration and his reverence for the natural world is inspirational. In our hands lies the potential to harness this knowledge, to innovate, and to contribute to our communities and beyond.
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The 13th century unleashed one of the most harrowing chapters in Islamic history.
The Mongol invasions, spearheaded by Genghis Khan and his successors, left a trail of devastation across Central Asia, the Persian plateau, and the Arab heartlands.
https://www.islam21c.com/tarbiya/trials/mongol-invasion-destruction-to-integration/
Join Shaykh Dr. Ali Ahmed on an enlightening series, focusing on the journey from #StruggleToStrength through the lens of powerful virtues.
From the steadfastness required to remain unwavering in faith to the courage needed to face life's uncertainties, each episode explores how these qualities empower individuals to transform challenges into triumphs.
https://youtu.be/cyT77hxGims
This Jumu'ah, we are presented with a special occasion to amplify our good deeds, within the sacred days and nights of Ramadan.
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Join Shaykh Dr. Ali Ahmed on an enlightening series, focusing on the journey from #StruggleToStrength through the lens of powerful virtues.
From the steadfastness required to remain unwavering in faith to the courage needed to face life's uncertainties, each episode explores how these qualities empower individuals to transform challenges into triumphs.
https://youtu.be/8zm19Szwkn8
This Ramadan we’re asking a new guest everyday, what is one thing that the Ummah needs to go from #StruggleToStrength?
Today we are joined by Dr. Yakoob Ahmed.
Keep up to date with our Ramadan campaign as we feature a variety of voices sharing their perspectives and experiences, inspiring viewers with practical wisdom and spiritual guidance.
https://youtube.com/shorts/tQ4SMwg150Y
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In the life of the Prophet ﷺ, there’s a chapter so poignant that it’s known as the Year of Sorrow.
During this time, he (ﷺ) faced unimaginable personal grief with the passing of two pillars in his life: Khadīja (radiy Allahu ‘anha), his cherished wife of 25 years; and Abu Tālib, his supportive uncle.
https://www.islam21c.com/tarbiya/trials/year-of-sorrow/
This Ramadan we’re asking a new guest everyday, what is one thing that the Ummah needs to go from #StruggleToStrength?
Today we are joined by Shaykh Mohammad Elshinawy.
Keep up to date with our Ramadan campaign as we feature a variety of voices sharing their perspectives and experiences, inspiring viewers with practical wisdom and spiritual guidance.
https://youtube.com/shorts/fVzAEwnCbBk
Ammār and his parents Yāsir and Sumayya (radiy Allahu ‘anhum) were among the first to embrace a new religion in a hostile environment, in early Makkah. A poor family, they did not take the decision lightly.
The Quraysh, as the ruling tribe, fiercely opposed Islam. As a result, the Yāsir family faced unimaginable cruelty for refusing to renounce their newfound faith.
https://www.islam21c.com/tarbiya/trials/sacrifice-of-ammar-ibn-yasir/
Now that we are past the halfway point of Ramaḍān, the initial hype will have begun to dampen.
Shaykh Ali Hammuda writes how can we continue to make the most of the remaining days.
https://www.islam21c.com/seasonal-reminders/three-ramadan-messages/
On Monday, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) passed a resolution calling for “an immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan, the immediate and unconditional release of hostages and ‘the urgent need to expand the flow’ of aid into Gaza.
https://www.islam21c.com/news/un-gaza-ceasefire-too-little-too-late/
This Ramadan we’re asking a new guest everyday, what is one thing that the Ummah needs to go from #StruggleToStrength?
Today we are joined by Ustadha Fatima Barkatulla.
Keep up to date with our Ramadan campaign as we feature a variety of voices sharing their perspectives and experiences, inspiring viewers with practical wisdom and spiritual guidance.
https://youtube.com/shorts/iiD7PtghqiU
For over a millennium, the Ummah has been a cradle of wisdom, illuminating the path toward the modern era. Our predecessors were architects, crafting a legacy that bridged worlds and spanned the ages.
In the heart of our history lies a story of resilience and enlightenment that sparked the flames of the European Renaissance.
Muslim scholars, with their voracious appetite for learning and innovation, did not merely preserve the classical knowledge of ancient civilisations. They enhanced it, infused it with new insights, and laid the groundwork for an era of unparalleled intellectual flourishing.
Their contributions were myriad — from the revitalising sciences and mathematics to the humanities, they sowed the seeds of progress that would come to bloom centuries later. This enduring influence represents the strength of the Ummah.
We are heirs to a tradition of excellence, and we are called upon to build upon this foundation with the same spirit of discovery and dedication.
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This Ramadan we’re asking a new guest everyday, what is one thing that the Ummah needs to go from #StruggleToStrength?
Today we are joined by Dr. Anas Altikriti.
Keep up to date with our Ramadan campaign as we feature a variety of voices sharing their perspectives and experiences, inspiring viewers with practical wisdom and spiritual guidance.
https://youtube.com/shorts/xflbNzLnd20
Though one is physically confining themselves to a masjid, in reality, it is his heart that he hopes to confine to worship and bring into the devotion of the Divine.
https://www.islam21c.com/analysis/guidebook-on-itikaf-spirit-fiqh-and-guidance/
Get ready for an unforgettable Ramadan experience!
Join us for insightful discussions led by scholars and activists, happening every odd night.
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This Ramadan we’re asking a new guest everyday, what is one thing that the Ummah needs to go from #StruggleToStrength?
Today we are joined by Dr. Asim Qureshi.
Keep up to date with our Ramadan campaign as we feature a variety of voices sharing their perspectives and experiences, inspiring viewers with practical wisdom and spiritual guidance.
https://youtube.com/shorts/n8dyJEmLHqs
The Ummah once illuminated the world with knowledge, advancement, and civilisation, transforming over 100 cities into thriving centres of learning and innovation.
Among these jewels were Baghdad, Damascus, and Cordoba — cities that stood as the racing heart of the world’s most important adventures. They were epicentres of scholarly pursuit, architectural brilliance, and a flourishing culture that embraced unity.
In Baghdad, the House of Wisdom invited scholars from all corners of the Earth. Damascus dazzled with its vibrant markets, while Cordoba illuminated the "Dark Ages" with its libraries and universities.
This special era of the Ummah teaches us that true strength lies in our ability to nurture knowledge, to foster understanding among diverse communities, and to build societies that shine brightly with the light of learning and development.
Let the spirit of Baghdad, Damascus, and Cordoba live on in us as we build our own legacies.
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Picture yourself journeying across the hot desert after being promised to perform Umrah by the Prophet ﷺ. You set out with a clear goal in mind, travel all the way from Madina to Makkah, knowing no-one stops pilgrims from reaching the House of Allah, not even the polytheists.
But to your horror, you are met with an obstacle that seems insurmountable. Disappointment, confusion, and unreal hope might affect your judgment.
And this is exactly the situation that the Companions (radiy Allahu ‘anhum) of the Prophet ﷺ found themselves in, before the Treaty of Hudaybiyah was ultimately signed.
https://www.islam21c.com/tarbiya/trials/hudaybiyah-win-in-apparent-loss/
Dr Asim Qureshi from CAGE, the NGO recently smeared by Michael Gove as "extremist" delivers a masterclass on the new definition of extremism and the "disaster" of its announcement.
We discuss the Labour party's disastrous blunder and its apparent contempt for Muslims, the status of Muslims in the UK, why they're attacking thinkers like Sayyid Qutb, Hassan al-Banna and Mawdudi, as well as the inner workings of the shady Extremism Analysis Unit that's keeping tabs on YOU.
Not only that, but the Islamophobic policymakers have even turned on their own collaborators within the Muslim community! Watch and listen to find out more...
https://youtu.be/sztRJnKe7NM
Between the 8th and 16th centuries, the Ummah embarked on a celestial odyssey, laying the foundations of modern astronomy. Our ancestors didn't just gaze at the night sky in wonder of Allah’s tremendous creation; they sought to understand it.
Over 70 observatories were constructed with their hands, marking the landscape of knowledge with monuments to their curiosity and intellect. These were institutes of enlightenment, guiding humanity to explore the vastness of the universe.
This illustrious period is a manifestation of the pioneering spirit of our scholars, who charted the Heavens, named stars, and began to unlock the cosmos' secrets. Their contributions remind us that we are part of a tradition that values the pursuit of knowledge as an act of worship.
In their monumental achievements, we find the motivation to build upon our heritage, to innovate, and to shine brightly the future for generations to come.
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Join Shaykh Dr. Ali Ahmed on an enlightening series, focusing on the journey from #StruggleToStrength through the lens of powerful virtues.
From the steadfastness required to remain unwavering in faith to the courage needed to face life's uncertainties, each episode explores how these qualities empower individuals to transform challenges into triumphs.
https://youtu.be/FrvQZB_YNwY
The Ummah has been a custodian of the Earth’s natural wonders.
Among the most beautiful examples of our heritage are the botanical gardens established across the Islamic world, numbering over a hundred, each a centre of discovery and healing.
These gardens were vibrant laboratories of life, embodying the Islamic commitment to understanding, preserving, and enhancing the natural world. Scholars and healers explored the secrets of plants, unlocking their potential for medicine, nutrition, and beauty, laying down the roots of modern botany.
They remind us that strength lies in our dedication to nurturing and protecting the blessings bestowed upon us. So let these gardens drive us to carry forward our legacy of learning and conservation, thereby fostering a world where nature and humanity flourish side by side.
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We're halfway through Ramadan already, and we urgently need your help! So far, we've raised only £3,000 of our £50,000 goal to support the crucial work at Islam21c.
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Thank you for your support. May your Ramadan be blessed.
Jazākumullah khayran!
Join Shaykh Dr. Ali Ahmed on an enlightening series, focusing on the journey from #StruggleToStrength through the lens of powerful virtues.
From the steadfastness required to remain unwavering in faith to the courage needed to face life's uncertainties, each episode explores how these qualities empower individuals to transform challenges into triumphs.
https://youtu.be/hh-nLrNDypY
In a world fuelled by instant gratification, upholding the quality of patience in wait of a later reward can feel impossible, and to some, pointless.
Why wait until later when you can feel, taste, and experience it now?
https://www.islam21c.com/spirituality/fasting-a-gift-of-sabr/
Envision someone born as a Black slave into the hierarchical norm of society within the Arabian Peninsula, being accustomed to the belief that ultimate power belongs to the Quraysh tribes and chieftains.
Imagine being a slave at a time when simply believing in one God could bring brutal punishment.
That was the reality for Bilal ibn Rabah (radiy Allahu ‘anhu).
https://www.islam21c.com/tarbiya/trials/legendary-faith-of-bilal/