In contemporary discourse, the decline of trust in media is often framed as a crisis of ethics, professionalism, or regulation. While these factors are relevant, they may not fully capture the structural roots of the issue. A more fundamental question deserves attention: Is media failing or is it operating within the constraints of its funding…
In most modern conversations about wealth, the focus is strikingly narrow. We speak about accumulation, returns, diversification, and, at best, intergenerational transfer through inheritance. Yet, within the Islamic tradition, wealth was never meant to be understood only as private property. It was framed as a trust (amānah) something to be managed with accountability, purpose, and…
Mental health systems across the world are facing increasing pressure. Rising cases of anxiety, depression, and social disconnection have exposed significant gaps in both access and long-term funding. While modern healthcare systems focus primarily on clinical treatment, there is growing recognition that sustainable mental health solutions require broader institutional support. Islamic civilization offers a powerful…
Family Waqf and the Revival of Islamic Psychological Health. Understanding Family Waqf Waqf refers to the permanent dedication of property or assets for charitable or socially beneficial purposes. Once an asset is designated as waqf, it cannot be sold or transferred, and the benefits generated from it are used to support specific beneficiaries or causes….
Download the Article Myblog ABDURRAHMAN IBN AWF (RA) ABSTRACT AbdurRahman ibn Awf (RA), one of the al-ʿAsharah al-Mubashsharah (the ten companions promised Paradise) embodies the fusion of faith, ethical entrepreneurship, and philanthropy in early Islamic history. As an early convert to Islam and a close supporter of the Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ), he endured persecution in Makkah,…
Let’s rewind the clock way before modern banks or fintech apps existed. Islamic finance didn’t begin in a boardroom. It began in the markets of Makkah and Madinah, in the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself—who was a trader known for fairness, trust, and ethical dealings. From the very beginning, Islam set clear rules…