You’ve probably heard it said a billion times. That line that comes mostly from the 15-30 year old brothers, who definitely know exactly how female Muslims should be dressed. That’s not hijab. This post is written to those brothers. Did you know that Islam requires men to dress modestly and lower their gaze? Do you … More That’s not hijab…
Trump. He didn’t even insinuate it, he directly stated that Muslim women can’t speak for themselves. He said that we have no voice, and aren’t permitted to. Sure, some cultures have forgotten the historically strong voices of Muslim women (are we forgetting the female politicians in Muslims countries, founders of universities, etc…?), but Muslim women … More #CanYouHearUsNow?
I’m sure that born Muslims hear this phrase, but I know that converts often get beat over the head with it: “You’ll get more barakah for it.” This past Ramadan, I heard it many times. You’re working 60+ hours a week while fasting and still have to be around your non-Muslim family? You’ll get barakah … More You’ll Get Barakah
Hi, I’m a white woman. I grew up in a suburban, middle class, Christian, second generation college educated, two-parent family. I’m straight, cis-gendered, and able bodied. Do you know what that means? I’m basically the epitome of privilege. Intersectionality reigns, and I do have some things like being a covered Muslim, woman, and now working … More BLM: A Reflection of Privilege
Donald Trump teaches hatred, misogyny, and racism. That’s what I said. But you said, Donald Trump doesn’t represent all Republicans. That’s what I said, when you associated me with ISIS. You’re misconstruing what he said! That’s what I said, when you said my holy book was evil. Conservatives need to publicly denounce the wrongful things … More That’s what I said…
Assalaamu alaikum! “So, can we? Can this be the Ramadan that no converts are left to break their fasts alone, and pray in their rooms? Please.” This plea is from an article I just read on Muslim Girl. I’ll keep this post brief, because I will address this issue again closer to Ramadan. My first Ramadan … More Reverts and Ramadan
Assalaamu alaikum everyone! When someone converts to Islam, we get a litany of lists (yes, a list of lists) of the things that we USED to do which are now haraam. There are some aunties who will write it out in gold-plated calligraphy and force you to hang it on your refrigerator (well, not really). … More Incredible Eggs
Assalaamu alaikum – peace be upon you all. There is always talk about racism and discrimination, and these talks peak during election seasons when certain candidates use fear as a sword to strike fear into people (and thus encouraging them to vote). I’m not even talking about THIS election cycle, it happens during every one. … More Dabbling in Discrimination
The alienation of Western Muslims happens on multiple levels. Check out Part 1 and Part 2 here. I don’t intend to insinuate that these three parts are the only ways that lead to feelings of alienation, just that these are three common ones that I have seen multiple times. Can you think of one I … More Alienation of Western Muslims (Part 3)
Muslims in the West are in a difficult place where we’re trying to understand how exactly we’re supposed to “be Muslim” in the context of who we actually are and where we’re from. This dilemma has faced many, many cultures since the beginning of time. The complexity of retaining an “American identity”, or perhaps an … More Alienation of Western Muslims (Part 2)
