Islamic Education Articles

Practical Guide to a Productive Ramadan

Ramadan is more than just a month of fasting—it’s a transformative period that resets your mind, rejuvenates your body, and uplifts your soul. Yet, between family responsibilities, work demands, and the desire to maximize worship, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. So how can we stay energized, focused, and spiritually connected throughout these 30 sacred days? […]

Achieve Financial Freedom in 2025

Achieving financial freedom while following Islamic principles requires planning and disciplined practices. By incorporating the following concepts of Islamic finance into your financial strategy, you can establish a secure and Shariah-compliant financial future. Key Practices in Islamic Finance: 1. Prohibition of Interest (Riba): Islamic principles reject the concept of interest, only approving financial systems that […]

Transform your Quran recitation in 12 weeks

Athan Academy is excited to announce the start of its new Quran classes. This 12 week course will build your Tajweed and Arabic pronunciation skills from the basics and prepare you completely to recite Quran independently. The best part of this course is that you can send your Quran recitation to your teacher and get […]

4 practical tips to master your Tajweed

Do you dream of reciting the Quran with fluency and confidence? The key is mastering the science of Tajweed. Here are 4 important you need to know to elevate your recitation: 1. Perfect the Emission PointsLearn to articulate each letter accurately. Correct pronunciation preserves the true meaning and adds beauty to every word you recite. […]

4 proven ways to counter peer pressure

It’s basic human nature to seek approval and acceptance from those around them. However, ultimately, each of us is accountable for our successes and failures. When faced with peer pressure to engage in actions or accept beliefs contradicting Islamic values, it’s important to remain steadfast and resist that pressure. Easier said than done, right? Fortunately, […]

6 Quran-based practices to find peace and hope

As we continue to search for ways to navigate life’s difficulties while maintaining a strong bond with Allah, we can rely on specific spiritual practices highlighted in the Quran to ensure we remain grounded in our faith through life’s ups and downs. These Quran-based practices include 1. Remembering Allah: Doing Dhikr every day significantly reduces […]