There is a quiet crisis unfolding around us—so hushed it rarely demands attention, so subtle it disguises itself as convenience. It does not shake buildings or halt economies overnight. Instead, it settles slowly into our habits, shaping how we think, decide, and understand the world around us. It is the slow receding of reading—not the ability to recognise words and language, but the willingness to actually engage with them. Somewhere along the way, the role of reading was r

Maulana is not merely deserving of praise,he is a name that made the Muslim Ummah understand the true essence of Deen. He is among the greatest scholars of this century, a highly distinguished Islamic thinker, a dignified author, a revolutionary intellectual. A man who dedicated his entire life to the cause of Spreading Allah's Revelation. The founder of Jamaat-e-Islami, he authored more than 100 books and clarified that Islam is a complete way of life. His works are a matter

ٱقْرَأْ بِٱسْمِ رَبِّكَ ٱلَّذِى خَلَقَ ١ Read, ˹O Prophet,˺ in the Name of your Lord Who created. خَلَقَ ٱلْإِنسَـٰنَ مِنْ عَلَقٍ ٢ -created humans from a clinging clot. [Chapter 96, verse 1 to 2] And the command of the Lord, we shall listen and obey. But how many of us actually actively seek knowledge? To those who do not read, you may think “Oh, reading must be so boring, it's for the nerds”. To those who do read, bu

Generally, every book leaves something behind within us. Sometimes it gives us a new way of looking at life, sometimes it teaches us methods we had never considered before. Some books create a quiet revolution within us, while others compel us to pause and think. They bring about a subtle yet lasting change in a person. One such book is “Purdah” written by Abul A'la Maududi. In this work, a picture is presented of a time when nations were striving for progress but were unable

Novels, Comics, Essays and Poems, I love to read them all. My mother says it’s one of the worst addictions a person can have but I disagree, I say it’s the art of experiencing the world through different lenses. But readers are not born, they are made. I was the same, I never liked reading, to me it always was just a bunch of words that I could hardly pronounce. I had seen some of my friends reading books but it never occurred to me to read them myself. Because reading a text

The closest vivid memory I have from my childhood is listening to my father narrate bedtime stories. That included him reading out Islamic stories, moral stories, stories of animals in the jungle and many more, while I was lying down, all ready to sleep. Little did I know that they were not just stories but my gateway to the world of imagination. To be lost in another world through the power of words is a unique trait that humans alone possess. Reading is an interesting hobby

There was a time when reading was seen as something natural—almost a part of everyday life. Today, it often feels like an option, something we turn to only when we have nothing else to do. Many of us spend hours on our phones, scrolling endlessly, yet hesitate to spend even a few minutes with a book. Somewhere along the way, reading quietly shifted from being a need to being treated like a hobby. But if we pause and think for a moment, we realize that reading has never truly

We live in a world where everything is fast, loud and constantly evolving. There is always something new to watch, scroll through or react to. For many young people today, life often feels like a continuous stream of short moments, quickly consumed just as quickly forgotten. We are more connected than ever, yet somehow, it’s getting harder to sit with our own thoughts. Attention spans are shrinking. Silence feels uncomfortable. Even a few minutes without stimulation can feel

"Some Books you forget, but some quietly change the way you think." Mohammad-e-Arabi (PBUH) by Inayatullah Subhani is one of those books for me. I have read many books, but this one has had the deepest impact on my heart. This book is truly beautiful and meaningful. It combines history and moral lessons in a very engaging way. When I read it, I realized that I had gained something valuable and important. One of the strongest points of this book is its tone. Even though it is

Books have always been a gateway to increasing knowledge and developing experience and skills in problem-solving. Books have always been a companion for me. It develops my communication and socialising skills to a great extent. There are many genres in literature like fiction, non-fiction, fantasy,mystery,religious,historical, biographies and autobiographies. My favourite genre is biographies. It sounds boring, but actually, it helps the reader build valuable insights and dea

During my academic break, while organizing my bookshelf, I felt like reading a book. That’s when I came across a beautiful, attractive hardcover book gifted by my mother. It caught my attention, so I picked it up and started reading that later became truly fascinating to me. In a world where identities are constantly being shaped by the trends and social expectations and westernization has become common, many women tend to search for clear and authentic guidance that would he

Ramadhan was never meant to be a pause in life; it was meant to be a reset. Was it just a month we passed through, or a transformation we carry forward? The crescent moon just arrived, but now its departing as well. Did this journey fulfil the goal? Ramadan is not just any journey, but a turning point, which is a mercy from Allah so that we get reminded of our purpose in life and turn to him, before we actually return to him.So Returning with intention means carryi

Have you ever noticed how quietly a person begins to resemble the people they spend the most time with? Human beings are naturally influenced by the company they keep, often without realizing how deeply that influence enters their thoughts, habits, speech, and emotional responses. A friendship may begin with shared laughter or common interests, but over time it can shape the way a person sees the world and even how they understand themselves. In Islam, friendship is not viewe

Ramadan is that one month where our entire routine shifts. We wake up before dawn for suhoor, go through the whole day fasting, wait for iftar with family and then spend the nights in prayer or reading the Qura'an. We naturally start focusing on our Deen and tend to increase our spiritual connection. But somewhere in this whole rhythm, there’s also a small challenge many of us face. When the same acts of worship are repeated every day, they can slowly turn into routine. The p

What does " Reset " mean? Reset means to reevaluate our lives and to redirect ourselves and actions towards the original purpose of our creation that is to worship Allah (saw) and to make every minute of Ramadan meaningful. Have we ever wondered "are we actually working towards attaining our actual goal? So, the precious month comes full of blooms and barakah to bring us back to our original purpose of life that is to attain Jannah. This month acts as a practice to all the Mu

“Do what feels right”, “Do what you feel is good”, “Follow your feelings”, “Don’t feel guilty”. These are common statements that we often read on Instagram, usually in the name of modern lifestyle. The feeling of guilt is discouraged, often seen as something that disturbs a person’s peace of mind. If one feels guilt and regret, he will fail to move on as it anchors him and drowns him in self - loath. Not dwelling in the past and moving on, makes sense. So, we can say that mod

The Qur’an is not just revealed to be recited beautifully but also to be understood and meant to shape our hearts. It is a mirror to stand before. Some days it reflects patience. On other days, it exposes pride, fear, resentment, or laziness. The uncomfortable part is not that the mirror exists, but that it does not lie. The purpose of revelation is to establish the oneness of God (Tawhid), guide people toward righteousness, and provide a path to salvation and success in both

When was the last time we truly read the Quran, not to complete a page, but to transform a part of ourselves? Today, we tend to consume words constantly, but rarely pause to let them shape us. Even when many people recite the Quran regularly, the deeper meaning hidden behind its verses is sometimes overlooked. The very first command revealed to humanity through Islam was simple yet profound: “Iqra, ” meaning read. “Iqra,” a command unlike any other. It was not whispered to a

In the rush of modern life, we are constantly searching for something. We search for meaning in our work, for validation in our relationships, and for comfort in what we own. Yet, even after achieving many of these things, a quiet restlessness remains within us. Islam teaches us that this restlessness is not a flaw. It is a sign. The sense of “home” we are looking for is not outside of us; it is something already placed within us. That internal compass is known as Fitrah . Fi

When was the last time we sat in silence without reaching for our phones? In today’s fast moving world of notifications, trends and endless comparisons, the voice of fitrah has never reached our ears. Though we are surrounded with advanced technology, our soul and mind still requires peace, truth and submission to Allah. Fitrah is the pure and natural state upon which every human being is created. It is a state that is inclined towards the truth, belief and the recognitio