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Islam and Slavery
The Role of Islam in the Mental Health of Freed Slaves
Throughout history, slavery was spoken about negatively due to its detrimental effects on those serving as slaves. With the coming of Islam, the emancipation of slaves was promoted, and gradually afterwards, the cry for democracy rang throughout the world. Many people rejoiced after gaining independence and leaving the clutches of their oppressors. However, different forms of slavery are still present, … Continue Reading
The Remarkable Slaves of Sahabah
Introduction
The Prophet ﷺ said, “The best people are those of my generation, and then those who will come after them (the next generation), and then those who will come after them (i.e. the next generation)…” [Sahih al-Bukhari 6429]
These generations of role models consist of various kinds of people, from businessmen to scientists, as well as slaves. These slaves … Continue Reading
Freedmen
“Hear ye! Hear ye!”
The town crier rode his horse along the paved streets of the township of Orago, calling its residents to attention. He carried a brass bell in one hand, clanging it every now and then.
At this point in history, the telegraph had yet to reach maturity and circulation, and the only sources of news from the … Continue Reading
Hadith: Slaves Are Our Brothers
Kids Ramadan Challenge 1441/2020
Amidst a raging pandemic and a very different Ramadan of the year 2020, we, the Islamic Reflections team, conducted a Ramadan Challenge for Kids and these tiny tots definitely made us proud!
Presenting to you right from the minds of these creative mini Muslims, their brilliant work and the prizes they received.
Quran: Freeing Slaves and Zakat
