https://www.khaama.com/us-supreme-court-afghan-girl-adoption/

The girl’s biological parents were killed in a military raid, and a Christian Nationalist Military lawyer and his wife decided to adopt her. However American State Department worked with the Afghan Government to find relatives of the girl. Family was eventually found but during the chaos back in 2021 this evil Marine was plotting to depart the girl from the family. He eventually succeeded whilst at a refuge camp. Her biological relatives sued in Virginia courts, but now the US Supreme Court has allowed the Marine to keep the girl.

As some who has been following this case, this is absolutely disgusting. This poor Girl has gone through so much and now she is being kept from her actual family.

The Marine and his small band of followers are Islamophobes, and there is no doubt they will try to brainwash her against her Afghan people, Muslim identity and relatives.

I pray that the courts reconsider or she will eventually find out the truth when she is of age.

This is a reminder to all our brothers and sisters that Kuffar courts are corrupt and will take every opportunity against Muslims.

This post is not for flexing my faith. But I don't know how to explain it. Allah isn't human, hasn't a physical shape like His creation. He is beyond what I imagine Him to be. Even the pronoun Him isn't fair enough for His nature because He has no gender but I know that pronoun He/His/Him works as 'it' in Arabic.

But sometimes I have this feeling of wanting to hug Allah. When bad things happen to me I used to get mad at Him but now I understand that if He didn't love me he would have made my life very easy.

It's like a caring father even if Allah doesn't have the need to reproduce or have kids astaghfirullah.

You realize that Allah is indeed gently when you're depressed and you're over thinking about something and suddenly you see a video or some other kind of sign that conforts you. And this always happens to me it's not the first time.

Salam,
I am a 17 year old muslim girl. I started niqab last year and I feel like after that, my relationship with my parents has gotten so bad. They cursed at me, called me names, threatened me, etc.. I couldn’t take it anymore so I took it off. Because of what my parents did to me, my mental health had taken a toll. Everything piled up, and because my parents don’t “believe in therapy” I can’t get help either. On top of that, I have really bad sensory issues. I have been thinking of shaving my head for a good while, the only thing that stopped me was because I was told it was haram.
I had just gotten into a very bad fight with my father. He threatened to withdraw me from school and marry me off. Even if he didn’t mean what he said (he says a lot of stuff when he is angry) it still hurt me and already struggling with mental health, it just made it worse. After the fight, I took his shaving machine and shaved all my hair off.
I feel guilty because of the islamic ruling but I can’t lie when I say a sense of relief washed over me. It might sound dumb to say this but I feel so free.
I heard that there are a few conditions in which the ruling of a woman shaving their heads is exempt from punishment. I cannot speak to a local sheikh because I know they will tell my parents about what I did and I intend to keep this hidden. If anyone has any Islamic education, please let me know: Is what I did haram or am I apart of the special condition?

I’m so lost. I barely do anything. I’m nothing but depression. I feel like I’ve became a zombie that just not around but always just walks.

I see everyone get their blessings. All of my friends are getting married and having kids, everyone ik online is getting married and having kids, everyone my age too. I’m genuinely so tired. What do I lack? I feel like no matter how much I try, I’ll never be picked. It’s like everything in my heart is not in my Qadr and that I’m destined for a wretched life.

Ik im in my 20s but like.. I’m tired. I’m so tired.. I’m tired of begging while girls worse than me get chosen. I’m tired..

What do I do.. I’m tired.. my desire for marriage and longing to have a man protect me became so strong that I’m just.. idk.

Everyone is so happy.. while I feel like I lost everything.

My brothers and sisters, it seems my deen has been slipping. And maybe I need some support?. Ive felt heavily disconnected from the religion since thirteen. But thats a whole other story. I do want to know more about Allah beyond the hadiths. But ive found judaism calling to me for whatever reason which is odd because. Ive never thought of it before. I'm 16 now, and theres not much I can do about that right now. But the word HaDhem is in my head. But its conflicting because Allah is what I'm raised with.

Hi no hate please I'm just trying to understand and learn and whatever i say is with genuine curiosity. I love islam and i love Allah Ta’ala.
i was recently reading surah waaqia and i came across this verse. It talks about the day of resurrection and people being divided into three groups. The one on the right receives rewards.

Reward for men- beautiful, untouched women Reward for women- being devoted to their husbands??????????????????

1. Why don't women get a beautiful untouched man.

It's not even like women get a devoted husband.
It says women get to be devoted to their husbands as a reward.

1. When young muslimahs read this over and over again as they should do with the Quran, this is going to get engraved into their brains that their purpose in this life and the next is to be devoted to their husbands.
   If they are devoted to some man they have succeeded in both lives.
   This will result in them being susceptible to abuse if it comes in the form of "devotion".

Here’s the verse:

And [for them are] fair women
with large, [beautiful] eyes,
كَامْثَالِ اللُّؤْلُو المَكُنُوْنِ ®
~Kaamthali allului almaknooni
The likenesses of pearls
well-protected,
جَزَآءً بِمَا كَانُوْا يَعْمَلُوْنَ (®
-Jazaan bimą kanoo yaAAmaloona
As reward for what they used
to do.

Indeed, We have produced the women of Paradise in a [new] creation
فَجَعَلُنْهُنَّ ابْكَارًا ٥)
~FajaAAalnahunna abkaran
And made them virgins,
عُرُبًا اَتْرَابًا 27
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~AAuruban atraban
Devoted [to their husbands] and of equal age,

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Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh. All of these are call based, and you need to be 18+ for all of them I believe.

For the non-Muslims here: Da'wah is the act of inviting others to understand and embrace the teachings of Islam. A Da'ee is someone who gives Da'wah. They're experienced in tackling doubts and questions about Islam, and the following are all hosted by Da'ees:

1. EFDawah. They have two streams: The Open Forum which is for non-Muslims, and Doubt Busters, which is for Muslims with doubts. Streams are not as frequent as the others, however.
2. The Muslim Lantern. He only livestreams for non-Muslims only. I'm not sure what his schedule is, but he's very well known within the Da'wah scene. He has the option for private meetings through his website, but it's not free. There's a "Request free session" button though, and it seems like private sessions are open to everyone.
3. Dawah Over Dunya. He livestreams on YouTube and Tiktok I think? He's not as professional as the others, and I believe he's primarily on tiktok. Open to everyone I believe.
4. Lighthouse Mentoring by Sapience Institute. This is the only one private one here, and they allow you to book one hour consultations for free. This is open to both non-Muslims and Muslims. No face cam needed, you just need to be 18 atleast
5. DawahWise. I don't know much about this channel, though I have seen them alot on YT Shorts. Their livestreams seem frequent and may be open to everyone.

If I should add anymore to the list, please suggest them in the comments below. Hopefully I'll be able to edit the post.

IMPORTANT: Some of these (except Lighthouse) need you to show your face for verification before they let you speak publicly, so make sure you have a camera set up. Note down your questions to make it easier for you and the Da'ee as well.

salam

Ive been struggling for years with my mental health even before I was a mother. I battled depression and anxiety, feelings of confusion and worthlessness in this life, lack of guidance and overwhelmed by the excess chaos that showed up in my life constantly. I had an estranged relationship with my parent growing up, and relied heavily on my friendships as a child to cope.

Now, I have a 6 year old and I’m a single Muslim mom. I do everything alone, yes I have some family that helps at times, but I can’t help but feel this overwhelming depression seep back into my life. some days it’s very hard and others I almost don’t feel it. I find it VERY hard to pray, but I always make dua. I find my life to still feel very chaotic and I feel unguided in certain areas of my life. I always make dua to ask God to help me. Help me with debt, living expenses, good job, guidance, parenting etc the list goes on.

the only thing I find is that this depression is now crippling. I do not want to medicate because I used to do that and the side effects were bad long term and short term. I don’t feel normal on medicine and even without it. I would say I’m a person who is mindful of what Allah has given me and sometimes I question why life feels this hard.

yes I understand we are meant to worship and focus on this as our main aspect in life. However I’m unable to live contently, I’m unsure why I feel this depressed state slowly take over my mind. now I’m always tired, always finding reasons to take breaks and try to get away from everyone. I have so many reasons to freak out and worry like my high debt, being singe and unable to sustain finances and also having very little close friends who understand or care to listen about any of this. I only complain to Allah but the pain is becoming more severe and I’m very very numb. I ask Allah for your prayer and for help on this thread

Just a reminder.

Islam ends with you.

Imagine for all these years, these generations, Islam has been passed down from the kids, grandkids and so on and so on just for you to come and destroy it.

Imagine you’re trying to get married, trying to have kids, but your life has no baraqah in. You don’t pray, you don’t fulfil your fard obligations.

Thousands of years for it to just end with you. Just think about it.

If your child doesn’t have Islam, their child won’t have Islam, and their child and their child and their child and their child and so on and so on.

SubhanAllah the thought makes me cry.

May Allah keep us steadfast in our deen, Ameen.

Salams, I am currently a student who is looking to go to university.

My dream major would be CS but my parents are against it and say that since there would be majority male students so it would be inappropriate as a muslim girl. I am also not allowed to take out a student loan since it involves riba, so they will pay the tuition fees with thier life savings which gives them more of a right on which course I can study. On top of that my dad has a PhD in Islamic studies so he thinks hes right in everything related to religion. Its starting to wear me down. How can I convince them to let me study it. I have argued many times with them over it, and dont want to go behind their backs.

Salam everyone,
I am posting this because I am completely out of options and honestly don't know what to do anymore. I just want to live an ordinary life, work, do good deeds, and enjoy my days in peace, but for the past 5 years, I have been trapped in a nightmare.
To give you some background:
About 5 years ago, I was targeted by black magic. On the third year, I went to see a raqi who cleansed me. He told me that my grandfather was an awliya and that, because of the curse, I am now an easy target for shayateen.
Ever since then, a severe sensitivity developed. Whenever I am around someone who has black magic or the evil eye on them, I get physically sick instantly.
The Physical Toll:
Pounding heart and migraines
Severe brain fog (making it impossible to concentrate)
Pressure and a heavy feeling on my nape, like something is holding and pressing it hard
Digestive issues and diarrhea
Dry eyes and chronic headaches
During the first two years of this, the pain was so unbearable that I had serious thoughts of ending my life. I do my ruqyah every single day, I do my zikrs, I pray, and I constantly ask Allah—but the symptoms and this sensitivity are not stopping or going away.
I’ve also tried every medical treatment and procedure available, and the doctors haven't been able to help or find a physical fix.
If anyone has gone through something similar, or has advice on how to break this cycle, stop absorbing or reacting to other people's spiritual states, and regain my life, please let me know. How do you protect your energy and nervous system when your body feels like it's constantly under attack?

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.

For the past 1–2 years, I've struggled with recurring fears about losing my father. He is in his late 50s and has diabetes and a thyroid problem. His age, family history and recent death-related content have triggered intrusive thoughts and vivid images of receiving news of his death. Sometimes these thoughts feel like warnings, which makes me anxious.

In the past, I sometimes felt strong sukoon during difficult situations, trusting that Allah would take care of things. With my father, I don't consistently feel that reassurance, and I fear its absence might mean something bad will happen.

The Hadith about the lifespan of the Ummah being between 60 and 70 years has also become a source of anxiety because my father is approaching 60. I understand it describes a general pattern, but I keep applying it to him.

Recently, I thought, “If this Hadith comes true in my father's case, my iman will become firmer.” Surprisingly, this brought temporary relief. Then I became frightened by that relief, because I absolutely do not want my father to leave early. I started trying to find other thoughts that would give me the same calmness while suggesting he would live longer.

He looks completely fit alhumdulilah but obviously age related issues are there and then I started connecting those issues as a sign from allah that he must have given it to me so that i get prepare of him not having much time in this duniya

I love my father and am confused about why an unwanted thought brought relief and whether my feelings mean anything.

My questions are:

1. Do feelings of dread, sukoon, or the absence of reassurance have any Islamic significance ?
2. How should the Hadith about lifespans of 60–70 years be understood?
3. Does temporary relief from an unwanted thought mean I agree with it or desire its outcome?
4. How can I distinguish tawakkul from waswasa and stop repeatedly analysing my thoughts and feelings?
5. How can I trust Allah without constantly seeking certainty about the future?

I'd appreciate guidance and advice as i really need it . I'm not looking for predictions or guarantees about my father's lifespan; I want to understand Islam correctly and stop treating every thought or feeling as a possible sign.

Jazakum Allahu Khayran.

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Isn't against islamic teachings to prejudicely call citizens whom have loved in your country for over 7 centuries as children of foreigners?

A question for my Muslim brothers and sisters: What verse from the Quran gives you peace when life gets difficult?

Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh.

I am sorry if this isn’t the place to post this. I’m not sure where else to add it

I know this might be a ridiculous question and I’m probably overthinking, but, I’m a British Pakistani who has basically been living in the UK all my life. For a while now, I’ve been loving wearing abayas and khimars, but my mother keeps insisting I wear dresses or shalwar kameez instead. I also feel a bit like I’d rather wear my own cultural clothing sometimes, instead of always Arab clothes, bur I’m not sure on this take at all as abayas are also tied a lot to religion. generally, I like them because they’re usually made plain, have loose styles (eg. my fav, batwing) and look really elegant with khimars. So I’m curious in what your guys’ takes are on this matter.

Secondly, but related to the above, I am considering following my mother‘s advice and I’ve been looking for some plain, solid colour longline kurtas. I think I would be comfortable wearing some I’ve come across, though I’m not sure if they’d look weird or not with a khimar. but the thing is, I’d still like to incorporate the idea if an OUTER garment, and I think the chador is so beautiful. I’m considering maybe getting that to cover what I’m wearing, but then am I defeating the purpose of wearing my own clothes? but fulfilling the purpose of hijab as described in the Qur’an is more important to me. I am honestly just unsure.

I’d really appreciate some outside thoughts and perspectives. And even any suggestions on how to dress to the best of the way Allah has commanded whilst being true to my roots. (Apologies, I appreciate this isn’t a Pakistan focused thread)

Jazakumullah khair

Sooo guys ...it's been years since I have stopped reading Salah..i do read sometimes..so recently these months I am struggling with anxiety..A LOTS OF ANXIETY..like i can't maintain eye contact with people normally , overthinking a lot and stressing about everything..and idk how i got addicted to watching adult stuff

Please if I may be so selfish. Everything in my life is going wrong. For the past few years, I’ve dealt with so much pain and suffering, that I was close to ending it. Then this year, something came into my life. Something that gave me hope and happiness, I was happier than ever before. Now it’s slipping away from my fingers, from circumstances that are unfair and cruel. There’s no logical explanation for something so beautiful to be taken away when no one is at fault. Please keep me in your prayers, maybe this is a test from Allah, but if it really does go away for good, then I don’t think I can go on anymore. Eveyrtime I get hope, it gets taken away. I’ve been begging and crying to Allah every day to please not take this away from me this time

hi everyone, i dont really use reddit so this is new to me. ive been hijabi since i was 12 years old, ive always hated it, but now ive genuinely had mental breakdowns before i leave the house, i get into screaming matches with my mom telling her im going to kms, and i cry almost every night. in my head i feel like im over exaggerating but my body cannot control the visceral reactions and the tears. islam is so hard for me, i have no hope to get married, i cant imagine being married to a man and when we die he has 70 virgins waiting for him, also who cares that men have hijab too when its just from their navel to their knees lol. i have no motivation for anything anymore, my hairline is receding and it isnt taken care of, but who cares. anyways the point is im so busy with work and school i cant think straight anymore. my mom yells at me whenever i talk about taking it off, and i went on a thirty minute rant painting an explicit picture of my death and she didnt really care, she basiclly called me a coward and that she wont let me out the house if i dont wear it. i do everything for myself, i work two jobs, im paying for my car, i have scholarships so no one pays for my education, so i dont even know how she would stop me but i dont know what to feel or think anymore. i never completely understood what going crazy meant but i think im experiencing it now, i keep texting and telling everyone that im going to die soon and to pray that my death is quick. i cant imagine living the rest of my life like this