Insights from Our Scholars, Educators, and Community Leaders
Explore thoughtful reflections, timely guidance, and educational pieces from the scholars and teachers of Pillars Mosque.
Each article offers a perspective rooted in the Qur’an and Sunnah—addressing modern challenges with compassion, clarity, and faith.
🧭 October 2023
How to Respond When Your School or Employer Releases a Biased Statement About Israel and Palestine
Category: Civil Rights | Advocacy | Education
A resource for students and professionals navigating institutional bias. This article provides a clear, faith-informed framework for responding with integrity and knowledge when facing one-sided narratives on Israel and Palestine.
Includes:
Downloadable response template for schools, employers, and organizations
Recommended reading list to deepen understanding:
The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine – Ilan Pappé
One Hundred Years’ War on Palestine – Rashid Khalidi
The Question of Palestine – Edward Said
Palestine Hijacked – Thomas Suarez
The Iron Cage – Rashid Khalidi
Ten Myths About Israel – Ilan Pappé
🌙 August 2023
Friday Sermon Release Letter for Schools
Category: Community Resource | Youth Advocacy
Download and share the Friday Prayer Release Letter prepared by the Muslim Community Center of Charlotte for students observing Jumu‘ah. Encourage your local schools to accommodate weekly prayer for Muslim students.
🌿 June 2023
Rediscover Dhul-Hijjah: 10-Day Gameplan for Spiritual Growth
Category: Worship & Personal Development
As Dhul-Hijjah begins, make the most of the blessed first ten days.
Learn how fasting, charity, and daily remembrance can prepare your heart for Eid al-Adha.
Includes: downloadable 10-Day Action Plan for your home or classroom.
Cutting Nails and Hair in Dhul-Hijjah
Understand the rulings and wisdom behind refraining from trimming hair and nails before offering Qurbani. A concise explanation rooted in authentic Sunnah.
🕊️ May 2023
Navigating Differences: Clarifying Social and Gender Ethics in Islam
Category: Thought & Ethics
Prominent Muslim scholars of North America released a collective statement clarifying Islamic principles on social and gender ethics.
This article explains key points of the statement and how Muslims can approach contemporary moral debates with compassion and intellectual balance.
✍️ ABOUT THIS SERIES
Must Reads of 1444 AH / 2023 CE is a curated collection of monthly reflections and essential readings recommended by our scholars at Pillars Mosque. Each post connects timeless Islamic values with the realities of our time—helping readers strengthen faith through understanding, education, and service.