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In this article, we will reflect on the religious perspective on death and how the soul is viewed from a religious and especially an Islamic perspective.

Ways To Say Goodbye – Death and the Soul; a Religious Perspective by Amtul Shafee Sami

As the world races towards modernity and as some Muslims continue to display heedlessness towards the grandeur of the Holy Qur’an, some may wonder why we should recite a 7th-century archaic text revealed in the deserts of Arabia. Here are five reasons why you should read the Holy Qur’an.

5 Reasons To Read the Holy Qur’an by By Qasim Choudhary, USA

Fatima al Zahra (ra) was the youngest of the four daughters of the Holy Prophet (sa) and was much loved by all her family. She was pious, compassionate and generous. Her personal qualities reflected the beauty of her name ‘Zahra’, meaning a ‘blossoming flower’.

Snapshot Stories- Fatima (ra) – Daughter Of The Holy Prophet (sa) by Munavara Ghauri

A snapshot of the remarkable lessons taught by the Holy Prophet (sa) and his daughter, Hazrat Zainab (ra) of love and forgiveness.

Snapshot Stories- Zainab (ra) Daughter Of The Holy Prophet (sa)by Munavara Ghauri, UK

I find this particular misconception interesting for any time I have received a question of this nature, you can be assured that I have encountered the questioner outside of my house in some public space.

Does Islam Forbid Women from Leaving the Home? Deconstructing the Myth by Nila Ahmad

The upcoming trajectory of events in Afghanistan appears to be horrific. Violence, murder, bloodshed, and anarchy appear inevitable. The human cost of war in Afghanistan is immense. Does it have to be this way? Would the unfortunate land of Kabul always remain a seat of violence and murder and stay deserted, ruined, dangerous, and destitute?

Peace in the “Unfortunate Land” of Kabul; a Mission of Hope by Amtul Razzaq Carmichael, UK

In many societies today, a handshake, hug or even a kiss on the cheek is seen as nothing out of the ordinary and is even viewed as part of everyday good manners. Nevertheless, a Muslim would be uncomfortable with sharing such physical gestures with members of the opposite gender unless they were close family or a spouse.

Should You Be Offended if a Muslim Doesn’t Offer You a Handshake? by Azhar Goraya

Over ten centuries before Jefferson drafted this bill, one of the greatest movements for the establishment of religious freedom was started… by Islam.

The Champions Of Religious Freedom You Might Not Think Of by Sarmad Naveed

The Review of Religions Women’s Section Presents An Exclusive Interview With ' Umme Taalay ', Amtushakoor Tayyaba Sahiba, - The Mother of Syed Taalay Ahmed Shaheed, 'A Diamond of Khilafat' 1990-2021.

Special Series: Interview With 'Umme Taalay' - The Mother of Syed Taalay Ahmed Shaheed

Old age is inevitable, but scientists are trying to figure out ways to extend life. Islam teaches that true strength lies in our spiritual evolution not in...

Ageing, Spirituality And What Really Matters In The End by Hamaad Khan

The life and impact of Maulana Mubarak Ahmad Nazir serves as a true testament to the power of having complete faith in God

The Life of Maulana Mubarak Ahmad Nazir – A Testament to the Power of Faith in God

From our NEW podcast series ‘Let’s Review’

We ask, 'how much retribution is allowed according to the Torah and the Qur’an and is the bombing of Gaza justified?'

This and much more...watch now!

Panelists: 

Binyamin Lau, famous rabbi from Jerusalem, community leader, activist, author, & public speaker.

Imam Imaduddin of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Haifa who is deeply engaged in interfaith relations between Jews and Arabs in the Holy Land.

Famous Rabbi from Jerusalem & an Imam Talk About Palestine | Let’s Review Ep.1

With the ongoing Israel / Palestine War - Can Jews and Muslims live together peacefully?

A frank discussion with SPECIAL GUEST Rabbi Yisroel Dovid Weiss, from New York, global spokesperson for the Naturei Karta.

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Our guests:

Rabbi Yisroel Dovid Weiss, from New York, global spokesperson for the Naturei Karta.

Imam Zafir Malik, Associate Editor of The Review of Religions

Amer Safir, Chief Editor of The Review of Religions

How Zionism Created Israel - Rabbi Dovid Weiss Explains | Let's Review Ep.2

A look at the hypocrisy and double standards of western leaders when it comes to the establishment of justice.

Hypocrisy and Double Standards: The Selective Justice of Western Leaders

What do 15,000 Jewish people in a London town think of the war in Palestine? 

We travelled to Stamford Hill, the heart of London, for our first in-person episode.

Guests:
Rabbi Elhanan Beck, Spokesperson Neturei Karta UK
Rabbi Haim Sofre

What Religious Jews Say About Israel | Let's Review Ep.3

He’s been called “Israel’s most distinguished journalist.”

He won Israel’s top award for journalism for his bravery.

Award winning Haaretz journalist Gideon Levy joins us from Tel Aviv, Israel.

Why does the Israeli govt think it can continue its indiscriminate bombings? Was Gaza really “free” for the last few decades as is claimed by Israel? Do people in Israel not show sympathy after seeing images of children being killed in Gaza? And much more...

Is ISRAEL’S RESPONSE in PALESTINE PROPORTIONATE? With Gideon Levy | Let’s Review: Ep.4

Christian Pastor Dr. Rev. Munther Isaac joins us for Episode 5 of our Let’s Review podcast where we discuss the Israel/Palestine war and its solutions.

#Hamas

Rev Munther Isaac-Palestinian Pastor on Gaza, Israel & Christian Zionism: CANDID | Let’s Review Ep.5

A true story of how the Pall family went from uncertainty in a new country to getting a house for free, all by God's grace.

The Gift of a House from God: A True Story by Nayyar Khokhar

We all enjoy a nice dessert, but Satan's dessert isn't the typical sweets - it's backbiting, a vice that must be avoided

Backbiting – Satan’s Dessert by Qasim Choudhary

How does Western media portray Muslim women? What is the standard narrative about the Hijab? Is there bias against Islam?

Beyond the Veil: “The Hijab, Media Narratives, and Questions of Autonomy”

Seeing the resilience and faith of the Palestinian people has made many curious as to the source of their strength, the Holy Qur'an

From TikTok to Faith – What is Drawing the Youth to Islam? By Qasim Choudhary

Noah's Ark by the Promised Messiah (as) - Audio book by The Review of Religions Part 1

Noah's Ark by The Promised Messiah (as) - Audio Book By The Review Of Religions Part 2

We asked both what they thought the role of a woman was in a marriage and whether women can hold multifaceted roles in this modern age and have it all.

Gender Roles in Discussion: A  TradWife and an Ahmadi Muslim Woman

In this podcast Hazrat Hajra’s life will be examined, we will talk about her faith in Allah Almighty and her extraordinary sacrifices.

Hazrat Hajra(ra)- A Woman Of Sacrifice

Pioneering the message in Buenos Aires, Argentina

The Untold Story of Missionary Shahruk Abid from his time in Guatemala.

Lost Contact by Sharukh Abid

The untold stories from The Review of Religions Magazine of Saleem Abdul Muhaimin called From Prison to Prayer.

From Prison to Prayer by Saleem Abdul Muhaimin

“We Will Surely Guide Them in Our Ways”
This is a story I narrated briefly when I was asked to introduce a dear friend, who had embraced Islam at the age of 31 years, after almost three months of investigation and visits to our mosque/mission house in Merida, Mexico. 

Waseem A. Sayed PhD
Merida, Mexico

A Mexican Tale by Waseem A. Sayed PhD

An Article by Ayesha Mahmood Malik - UK 
on Contemporary and Social issues

‘The flute is totally empty…it is the breath that flows through… sings and dances…to be empty is not emptiness.’ These poignantly beautiful words attributed to the 13th century mystical poet Maulana Rumi resonate strongly in today’s post-Covid world.

Article Link: https://www.reviewofreligions.org/21768/we-had-always-been-socially-distant-from-the-destitute-and-vulnerable-only-now-it-is-worse/

We had always been ‘socially distant’ from the destitute and vulnerable – only now it is worse

As we stock up on tinned foods, dust off the family board games and log in to the office conference call, we should remember, that what we in our seemingly impregnable societies see as a state of emergency, others around the world experience as regular day to day life.

Article Link: https://www.reviewofreligions.org/21892/covid-19-a-story-of-carrom-board-conference-calls-and-context/

Covid-19 A Story Of Carrom Board, Conference Calls And Context by Mansoor Ahmad Clarke

Monotheistic religion and racism are two powerful belief systems, but one at its core teachings is in line with the concept of justice and the other, diametrically opposed to it.

Article Link: https://www.reviewofreligions.org/23185/religion-racial-justice-islam-holy-quran/

Religion and Racism by Ayesha Lateef, MHS, RN, Fitchburg, Massachusetts

The Review of Religions speaks to Jeanet Sinding Bentzen, an associate professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, and executive director of the Association for the Study of Religion, Economics and Culture about her latest research on the relationship between prayer and natural disasters.

Article Link: https://www.reviewofreligions.org/22337/religiosity-and-natural-affliction-google-searches-for-prayer-rise-in-response-to-covid-19/

Religiosity and Natural Affliction –Google searches for prayer rise in response to COVID-19

Recently the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association of Canada organised a series of interfaith discussions on the topic ‘God: Fact or Fiction?’ at universities across Canada.

Article link: https://www.reviewofreligions.org/22165/untold-stories-14/

‘Those Who Live in Glass Houses Shouldn’t Throw Stones’ by Imtiaz Ahmed Sra, Canada

Seventh century Arabia saw the birth of one of the most influential religious movements in history. Islam, beginning from the humble, dusty streets of Mecca, had in less than twenty three years managed to unite the whole of unruly Arabia under a simple declaration: “there is no God but Allah, and Muhammad (sa) is His messenger”. 

Article Link: https://www.reviewofreligions.org/22408/the-first-pillar-of-islam-declaration-of-faith-kalima/

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