What Al Aziz and Prophet Musa Teach About Masculinity
The stories of Prophet Musa and Al Aziz in the Quran present two very different models of manhood. One was a strong leader who supported the vulnerable and led his people. The other was a weak, passive man in authority who was unable to control his wife or manage his home. The latter was Al Aziz, who represents an absence of true male leadership - chivalry, strength and an ability to establish order. This article showcases the difference between Prophet Musa and Al Aziz, and how their actions and mindsets help define traditional masculinity, and the consequences of its absence.
How the People of Nuh Predicted the Modern Da’wa Scene
The life of an Islamic da’ee (preacher) is one of sacrifice and patience. Prophet Nuh عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ demonstrates this, who preached for almost 10 centuries for the sake of Allah while facing rejection and opposition. An overlooked point is why the people of Nuh rejected their prophet - his lack of popularity. The people’s understanding was that a preacher needed to be famous, wealthy and in the company of the rich.
Prophet Ibrahim and The Hidden Cost of Blind Compliance
The story of Ibrahim عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ is a lesson on the dangers of compliance culture when a society is collectively on a path of falsehood. When idolatry was entrenched in society, Prophet Ibrahim faced pressure to conform but relied on sound judgement and Divine guidance to expose the truth. This article exposes how blind loyalty leads to corruption and how all Muslims have a responsibility to enjoin good even in times of widespread evil.