Islamicologist Digest - Based on the Quran & Sunnah

Crescent and Star Spangled: A Comprehensive Historical Analysis of Islam in the United States

Posted on November 18, 2025November 18, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

The historiography of the United States has frequently marginalized the presence of Muslims, relegating Islam to the status of a late-20th-century arrival or a foreign importation. However, a rigorous examination of the historical record, ranging from Spanish colonial archives to antebellum plantation ledgers and 21st-century civil rights litigation, reveals a radically different narrative. Muslims have […]

What Does Mamdani victory means for London

Posted on November 10, 2025November 10, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

Based on political analysis and direct reactions from the UK, Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York City is seen as a highly symbolic and potentially influential event for London, drawing direct comparisons to its own mayor, Sadiq Khan.1 Here is a breakdown of what Mamdani’s victory means for London. 🇬🇧 Direct Parallels with Sadiq Khan […]

Zohran Mamdani massive victory in New York City

Posted on November 10, 2025November 10, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

Based on extensive reporting of the election, Zohran Mamdani’s victory as the next mayor of New York City is being interpreted as a significant political turning point, with major implications for both the city and the broader United States.1 Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist and state assembly member, defeated former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican […]

Studying Smarter, Not Longer: An Islamic Perspective

Posted on November 9, 2025November 9, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

In today’s fast-paced world, many students believe that success comes from spending endless hours buried in books. Yet Islam teaches us something far more profound: it is not the sheer quantity of time spent that matters, but the barakah—the blessing—in our efforts. The Qur’an and Sunnah emphasize purposeful learning, balance, and reliance on Allah, guiding […]

Time Doesn’t Wait

Posted on October 27, 2025October 27, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

Don’t waste time-Be a productive muslim. Islam encourages us to make the most of our time. How many times do we talk about death? Not enough, even though we all lost loved ones who are no longer with us — whether family, friends or someone we knew. Did they think they were going to die? […]

How to achieve Jannatu Ferdouse

Posted on October 25, 2025October 25, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

1. **Pray Your Five Daily Salah**: Make your five daily prayers the centre of your life. Focus on performing each Salah with concentration and dedication. Try to pray on time and, if possible, join the congregation at the mosque. 2. **Give Zakah and Sadaqah**: Fulfil your obligation to give Zakah to those in need and […]

What is Islamic Psychology

Posted on October 18, 2025October 18, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

At the core of this fascinating field are key concepts that enhance our understanding of the human experience. Fitrah represents our innate nature with an instinctive recognition of God, and disconnection from it can lead to psychological distress. The Nafs, or self, involves a dynamic struggle categorized into three stages: the inciting self (al-Ammarah), the […]

What Is the Best Supplication

Posted on October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

فَأَتَى النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم رَجُلٌ فَقَالَ‏: ‏ يَا رَسُولَ اللهِ، أَيُّ الدُّعَاءِ أَفْضَلُ‏؟‏ قَالَ‏: ‏ سَلِ اللَّهَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ، ثُمَّ أَتَاهُ الْغَدَ فَقَالَ‏: ‏ يَا نَبِيَّ اللهِ، أَيُّ الدُّعَاءِ أَفْضَلُ‏؟‏ قَالَ‏: ‏ سَلِ اللَّهَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ، فَإِذَا أُعْطِيتَ الْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ فَقَدْ أَفْلَحْتَ‏.‏ A man came […]

Want to be More Spiritual-Try This

Posted on October 17, 2025October 27, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

We often neglect the night, but did you know this is when Allah is the closest to His servants? In the Quran, Allah says, “Does anyone want forgiveness- that I may forgive him, and is anyone who wants anything thatWe often overlook the profound beauty and significance of the night, yet it is during these […]

Good Character and Manners

Posted on October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Foyjul Islam

The Quran itself does not explicitly state that good character is the quality of the people of Jannah, but many verses and Hadith link it directly to entering Paradise. For example, the Quran describes the believers who will succeed in Jannah as those who are “humbly submissive” in their prayer, “turn away from ill speech,” and are […]