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Zakat redistributes wealth in a just and fair way. It provides a safety net for the vulnerable and helps reduce social and economic inequality.

If it wasn’t for the political activism and resilience (despite bearing such heart-breaking tragedies) of Hazrat Zainab (رضي الله عنها), we would’ve not received the light of Imam Hussain’s (رضي الله عنه) in our hearts today.

What kind of world allows the grandson of the Mercy to Mankind (ﷺ) to stand alone, parched under the scorching sun, offering his blood as the price for Truth? And then, we are left to ask: what would we have done had we stood in the dust of Karbala?

 Yes, it’s that time again – when the sun is (hopefully) shining, hearts are full, and the smell of samosas and sizzling BBQ fills the air. We're thrilled to announce the return of our much-loved community celebration: Eid in the Park!

Sadaqah is a beautiful concept in Islam that reminds us that even the smallest act of kindness can have a profound and lasting impact.

The man who waited silently at the school gate - whether in the biting cold or under the burning sun - his eyes filled with dreams for us, even as we dragged our feet, unaware of the love wrapped in every moment of that wait. 

What matters most is your niyyah (intention).  The Prophet (ﷺ) said:  “Actions are but by intentions, and every man shall have only that which he intended.” (Bukhari)  Qurbani isn’t about how much you spend or how many animals you purchase - it’s about

The Day of Arafat commemorates the moment when Prophet (ﷺ) delivered his final sermon on Mount Arafat. It is the day when millions of pilgrims gather on the plains of Arafat, standing in supplication and seeking the mercy of Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى.

When one stands on the plains of Arafat while seeking forgiveness for their sins under temperatures as high as 50 degrees Celsius, it can be a daunting experience yet beautifully rewarding.

Reflect on the Day of Tarwiyah-its deep symbolism of water, intention, and worship—and help quench thirst through Penny Appeal’s Thirst Relief.

The month of Dhul Hijjah, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar, holds immense significance for the 1.9 billion Muslims around the world. It is one of the four sacred months during which warfare was forbidden.

But beyond the rituals of choosing a great goat or cow or just ticking off from our list of religious obligations, have we ever wondered what number of challenges and complexities are associated with Qurbani? From animal welfare and waste to dignity in di