Have you ever thought to yourself: Why do I feel empty inside? Who am I? Where am I going in life?
February 15, 2011
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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Category Archives: Life in America
February 10, 2011
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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‘Martin L. King’
Q: Asalaamu Alaykum Imam, Martin L. King is a very well known activist. In remembrance to him a few friends (muslims and non-muslims) and I every year observe this day by enjoying in community service to betterment our community and … Continue reading
February 5, 2011
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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lets see what you know
Q: Hi, Questions: I’m LDS (Mormon) with no intention to convert, but I recently attended Friday prayers, and I enjoyed it very much and felt very welcome. I have some doctrinal questions: 1. What is the role of women and … Continue reading
January 26, 2011
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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letters of recommendation
Dear students: Asalamualikum, There are about 10 to 15 of our local members that have called us for letters of recommendation. Kindly send us your details. Send it to my personal email
January 24, 2011
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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mixed outings, gender
Q: Dear Imam: First of all, I would like to thank you for your balanced and very convincing ways of outlining the fatwas. My question is about mixed outings between both genders. I am raised up in a non-religious family. … Continue reading
December 21, 2010
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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its not always mother-in-laws, it can be mommys too!
Q: Salammun Alikum Sheikh, If my mother makes evil duas constantly against me and my siblings for the simplest mistakes we make, are we gonna be punished accordingly? For instance, “You guys are stupid, and may Allah blind you for … Continue reading
December 18, 2010
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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Christmas parties — one ‘sheik’ says yes to them!
Q: what is your opinion on Christmas parties and that type of party that resembles them. Our local sheik said it is okay in America if our intention is to show the good side of islam. Also the shiek said … Continue reading
November 29, 2010
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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Here are what some call: ‘set up questions for interfaith students’
Questions: I wrote earlier, but my question wasn’t responded to. But on reflection I have several questions, and I would really like a response in order to better understand the Muslim (Islamic) religion, and the general culture of the people … Continue reading
November 24, 2010
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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‘Do Arab men truly not care about the opinions of women.’ I am sorry she says (Thank you!) Muslims will accept this apology! See MSA contribution that fits in just as neatly at the end…
Comment/Concern: While working I met a man of Islam. He was very kind to me, and always treated me with respect, patience, and attentiveness. I am an American woman (Divorced with children) and have always been taught that Arab men … Continue reading
November 21, 2010
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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depression matters
Q: Asalaamalaykum, May Allah swt reward you for your noble efforts for answering our questions, and helping us better our selves. Imam, I have been feeling depressed, and just not happy. I have good days and bad days, and most … Continue reading