Abstract There are a myriad of criticisms against Islam propagated by non-Muslims in today’s age. One of these criticisms accuses the Prophet ﷺ of marrying a child because of the ḥadīth mentioned...
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Aisha (ra): The Case for an Older Age in Sunni Hadith Scholarship
Abstract A famous ḥadīth states that ʿĀisha was 9 years old when her marriage with the Prophet ﷺ was consummated. However, in the science of ḥadīth verification (muṣṭalaḥ al-ḥadīth), there...
Why Did Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Marry Aisha? Dismantling the Controversy of Aisha’s Age
The controversy surrounding Aisha’s age at marriage Why would the Prophet ﷺ marry a child? That is the question many want answered, but before we begin to address it, we have to admit it is more than a mere...
Understanding Aisha’s Age: An Interdisciplinary Approach
This publication was supervised by Jonathan A. C. Brown. Abstract In recent years, few criticisms of Islam have taken the spotlight as much as condemnations of the Prophet’s marriage to Aisha. Muslims are accused of...
Human Origins – Part 2: Evolution and the Failures of Naturalism
Update (Sept. 3, 2021): The original publication has been split into two parts. You can find the first part, Human Origins – Part 1: Theological Conclusions and Empirical Limitations here. Abstract The concept of...
Human Origins – Part 1: Theological Conclusions and Empirical Limitations
Update (Sept. 3, 2021): The original publication has been split into two parts. You can find the second part, Human Origins – Part 2: Evolution and the Failures of Naturalism here. Abstract The concept of human...
Tawaqquf and Acceptance of Human Evolution
Yaqeen’s approach is aptly summarized by Shaykh Hatem Al-Haj’s video clip:
Facts vs. Interpretations: Understanding Islam & Evolution
Abstract The purpose of this essay is to offer an Islamic perspective on the theory of evolution. As we discuss this particular theory, we also aim to highlight broader issues related to Islam and science. Indeed, we...
Living Abraham’s Legacy of Hajj: Relevance of Rites and Rituals in the Modern Age
Introduction Images of the yearly Hajj (annual pilgrimage to Makkah) continue to capture the attention of the world. As people witness the synchronization of actions and purpose of millions of...
Repentance as a Way of Life: Islam, Spirituality, & Practice
Abstract While the general notion of repentance may be familiar to most, the Islamic concept of repentance is far less familiar and is often the subject of misconceptions and doubt. Repentance plays a central role in...
Are Muslims Intolerant? Is that Even the Right Question?
Introduction This article is based on the publication, “What Causes Muslims to Doubt Islam? A Quantitative Analysis“. Key Findings American Muslim intolerance is not broadly and invariably applied, but is...
Why Do People Suffer? God’s Existence & the Problem of Evil
Introduction In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Grantor of Mercy This essay argues that the existence of evil offers neither a logical nor probable case against God’s existence...