Category: Islamic Parenting
Today’s world is in a strange in-between era. Schools are still designed for the industrial age, while we’re already at the end of the information age—with AI and robotics rising on the horizon. So where does reflection fit in? Is taking time to do “nothing” wasteful—or is it actually central to our humanity? So is…
For millennia, human life followed the rhythm of the sun — not the clock. In rural, agrarian societies, people rose with the dawn, worked during the mild hours, rested when the sun was high, and returned to their tasks when the light softened again. This cycle wasn’t just about comfort — it was about health,…
Lunar calendar vs solar calendar — it’s more than just a way to tell time; it’s a window into how civilizations view reality. Humanity’s First Calendar For thousands of years, the moon was humanity’s universal timekeeper. Ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, Chinese dynasties, and Arab tribes all marked the passage of months by watching the moon’s cycle…
“Summer is a sunnah.”Not officially, of course. But in spirit—yes. In Islam, spirituality is not a side activity—it’s the purpose. But the heart doesn’t connect with Allah in a rush. It connects when there’s space to reflect. And reflection requires… time. Stillness. The kind of unstructured, quiet time that modern life has almost entirely erased.…
Moderate Muslim parenting doesn’t mean compromising on faith or values. It means raising children who understand Islam through empathy, routine, and real-life experiences. As Muslim parents living in the West, many of us find ourselves balancing tradition with modern parenting practices. This guide shares 7 powerful habits that can help you raise confident, faith-driven children…
Because Faith, Fun, and Family Can Coexist Explore these 10 Muslim-friendly summer activities in Montreal for a fun and fulfilling season. Summer is here. And for Muslim parents in Montreal, that often means one thing: Kids. At home. All. Day. Long. They’re bored. They want entertainment. And if we’re not careful, that means hours of…
From Farmers, to Factory Workers, to Sedentary Office Workers… in Less Than 100 Years Many of us have heard the hadith that, in the end of times, time will accelerate.But is time just time? Or is it the events that happen within it that truly define what time is? When we look back at the…
(And How It Can Transform Your Child’s Faith + Emotional Bonding) Summer brings long days, slower evenings, and fewer rigid schedules.And while that might mean more popsicles and later bedtimes — it also means a rare opportunity to build a gentle, lasting habit: Daily storytime. Not just any storytime.Not passive screen time or “read something…
(Without Pressure, Lectures, or Endless Reminders) Summer is full of open time, open skies, and — if you’re not careful — open-ended boredom.It’s also a golden opportunity.Not for more rules.Not for drilling information.But for something softer, deeper, and longer lasting:Curiosity. Because if your child becomes curious about Islam — truly curious —they’ll explore it on…
There’s a split happening.And it’s not small. On one side:You’ve got the hyper-strict crowd —The parents who dress their 4-year-old daughters in full hijab, ban Disney movies, avoid playgrounds with music, and throw around words like haram and kufr like confetti. On the other:You’ve got the hyper-assimilated crowd —The ones who pour wine at Eid…