In the cause of Allah

The definitions of theft and stealing have become increasingly complex. In the context of financial transactions, theft involves money. Money serves as a measure of value in exchanges between individuals. When two parties agree to an exchange, they determine a price for the goods and services involved. Both buyers and sellers must agree to and fulfill their obligations to complete any transaction. If one party involved in a transaction is robbed, the transaction fails. When both parties fulfill their obligations, the deal is ethically and morally sound. Financially, it is a successful transaction in which both parties gain what they desire from each other. In 2022, I traveled to Prague to participate in the Fund for American Studies (TFAS) International academic program. It was a three-week program, and I needed to pay $250 out of my scholarship. I requested permission from TFAS to pay this amount after the program concluded, and they kindly agreed to allow me to make the payment after...

The world is in chaos, and innocent people are dying every day. Few have the courage to speak out against the horrific injustices and oppression taking place. Both Israel and Hamas view themselves as fighting against terrorists, each labeling the other as infidels while continuing to kill one another. Children and women who are unaware of the political conflicts are being killed. They have precious lives filled with dreams and desires. Most of the world is complicit in this tragedy and bears guilt. Many support these crimes against humanity and do not want the war to end. Can we stop this crime in such a low moral and ethical atmosphere? I see little hope. We are struggling because we are preoccupied with unfulfilled desires. We pursue happiness at any cost, mistakenly thinking that peace of mind comes from disturbing the lives of others. In reality, we have lost touch with our conscience and humanity. We are knocking on the wrong door. Life is a precious thing; it is the most valued a...

The greatest pain comes from hurting ourselves. We cannot confront external enemies when we are too weak to care for our own souls. Each of us has different weaknesses that we often fail to acknowledge or address. However, when we learn to transform our weaknesses into strengths, we can overcome any external temptation or challenge. This is the essence of being human. The solution to our challenges and shortcomings can only be achieved through an accurate diagnosis. If I have pain in my heart but consult a neurologist, I won’t be able to find a cure. We are human, and humans make mistakes. Some believe that we are inherently sinful and cannot overcome these sins through our own efforts. We need someone with a special ability to help cleanse us and remove our sins. Human beings are mortal, and everyone will eventually pass away. We often waste our energy and time pursuing things that aren’t essential for our growth as individuals. Striving for material possessions isn’t the cure for our...