Category: Environment

Islam and Nature (Protecting the Environment)

The creation of inviolable zones shows the importance placed by Prophet Muhammad on the use of natural resources and the protection of wildlife and agricultural land. The environment is the most precious gift from the Almighty to humans on this planet and there is an inseparable relationship between the environment and our soul. The holy…

Importance of Tree Planting

Trees help cool the planet by taking in harmful greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen back into the atmosphere. Trees help clean the air we breathe and provide habitat to over 80% of the world’s terrestrial biodiversity. They provide shelter to hundreds of insects, fungi, bacteria, and mammals. Tree Population Although it is…

The Caged Bird Sings

Each morning dawns a new-born beautiful day Serene and surreal, like a blooming flower Unfurling with delicate grace But how heartless and ruthless Our unsparing, selfish fancies are To deny the caged bird its fond glorious pleasures Like a forgotten dream, the caged bird reminisces The feel and bliss of flying Under the canopy of…

God Cares for Cats As Well

God created the cats and He provides for them There is no moving creature on earth but its sustenance depends on God: He knows the time and place of its definite abode and its temporary deposit: All is in a clear Record. (The Qur’an 11:6) I feel very consoled, secure and at peace whenever I…

In Solidarity with Sparrows

World Sparrow Day (WSD) is celebrated on March 20 every year. This day is observed to raise awareness about the house sparrow and threats to its well being. World Sparrow Day was first celebrated in 2010. You can celebrate this day by organizing sparrow-watching walks & hikes, hosting a sparrow photography contest, organizing classroom activities…