Abstract Though the COVID-19 pandemic may seem novel, pandemics are not new to the greater human experience. This paper highlights the psychological and spiritual coping mechanisms that early Muslims drew upon from...
Islamic Sciences
Do You Really Believe in Angels? | In Pursuit of Conviction
Introduction The ‘In Pursuit of Conviction’ series aims to instill confidence in the core pillars of the Islamic worldview. This article addresses the second pillar of faith: belief in angels. This belief is often...
A Voyage Through Tawakkul
When we nurture reliance on God, our hearts can find ease. In this infographic, you can embark on a voyage of discovery, and learn 10 ways to grow tawakkul.
What is a Madhhab? Exploring the Role of Islamic Schools of Law
Introduction Earlier this year, a debate between the grand imam of Al-Azhar, Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayyeb and Mohamed Othman al-Khosht, President of Cairo University went viral.[1] Khosht argued that Islam needs renewal by...
Understanding the Uṣūl: The Foundation of Islamic Sciences
The following is a modified version of a lecture recorded by Dr. Mohamed AbuTaleb and Sh. Omar Husain for Yaqeen’s Conviction Circles.™ You may watch the video here. Introduction Many of us are exposed to the Islamic...
Islamic Psychology in the 21st Century | Holistic Healing
Whereas learning about the history of mental health in the Islamic world is important, it is equally important to understand how this can serve our community today. As international efforts attempt to encroach on...
How Classical Muslim Scholars Treated the Mind, Body, and Soul | Holistic Healing Series
In the previous episode of this series, we discussed the way Muslim scholars examined mental health illnesses. In this video, Dr. Raniaa Awaad delves into the treatment options these scholars employed. This helps us...
Touched by Trauma: “Why Isn’t My Iman Stronger?”
How can we survive the impact of grief on our faith? This infographic is the third in a series on the impact of trauma.
How Muslim Scholars Understood Mental Illness a Thousand Years Ago | Holistic Healing Series
Has anyone ever uttered these words to you, “A Muslim is not afflicted with depression?” If so, you are not alone. However, this phrase actually contradicts the teachings of our beloved Prophet ﷺ. It’s important to...
How Muslims Developed the First Psychiatric Hospitals in the World | Holistic Healing Series
The earliest presence of mental health hospitals can actually be traced back to 7th or 8th century Baghdad! Now, when people think about mental health institutions from the past, they often think of prison-like cells...
Touched by Trauma: “Why Do Bad Things Always Happen to Me?”
What is trauma and how can we learn to overcome it? This infographic is the second in a series on the impact of trauma.
Therapy a Millennia Before Modern Psychology | Holistic Healing Series
What is the secret that allowed Muslims to flourish into the Golden Ages as Europe sank into the Dark Ages? While people throughout the West were thought to be possessed by demons when dealing with depression, Muslims...
