Stewardship and Sustainability: A Qur’anic Call to Protect Our Planet

Humanity faces unprecedented environmental crises—climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution from nuclear and industrial practices. The Qur’anic concept of khalifah (stewardship) offers a moral compass for this moment, urging us to protect Earth’s delicate balance. This article explores how Qur’anic principles can guide us toward sustainable living, inviting all people …

A Messenger’s Call: Truth, Guidance, and Consequences

The following verses from the Qur’an reflect, in my judgment, the timeless message of truth and guidance. I have chosen them for you out of love and care, hoping that you will take a moment to reflect on their meaning. وَٱللَّهُ يَدۡعُوٓاْ إِلَىٰ دَارِ ٱلسَّلَٰمِ وَيَهۡدِي مَن يَشَآءُ إِلَىٰ صِرَٰطٖ …

Averroes, Freedom, and Critical Thinking: A Path to Renewal in the Muslim World

The story of Averroes (Ibn Rushd), the 12th-century Muslim philosopher, jurist, and physician, is a poignant reminder of the transformative power of critical thinking and the tragic consequences of suppressing intellectual freedom. Averroes was one of the greatest minds of his time, yet his ideas were deemed heretical by the …

Modern Voices in Quranic Interpretation: Bridging Tradition and Contemporary Thought

The Quran, as the foundational text of Islam, has been a source of guidance and inspiration for Muslims for over fourteen centuries. Its verses have been studied, interpreted, and applied to the diverse and evolving circumstances of human life. In the modern era, the need to interpret the Quran in …

Exploring New Horizons for Islamic Sciences in Today’s World

I was in Pakistan last June visiting various officials and Universities and I stressed during my visit on these main topics: Excellence in Science and Technology: Urging Pakistan to lead in these fields Governance and Civic Excellence: Calling for outstanding leadership and citizen engagement. Unity: Advocating for unity across political and …

A Proposal for U.S. Peacebuilding and Global Stability

Executive Summary The world today faces unprecedented challenges, including the risk of major power conflicts, nuclear threats, climate change, and a surge in global conflicts. In this volatile environment, the United States has the potential to lead as a global peacemaker by prioritizing diplomacy, development, and integrated security-sector engagement. This …

Towards a Brighter Future: Education, Freedom, and Enlightenment in Islam

The Muslim world is a much more complex and diverse part of the globe than the uniformity often implied by the term. This diversity spans across various dimensions, including culture, ethnicity, language, and political systems. From the bustling metropolises of Istanbul and Jakarta to the serene landscapes of Morocco and …

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