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Qur’an for Prisoners 2025: Spreading the Light of the Qur’an Behind Bars
At Dompet Dhuafa USA, we believe that everyone; regardless of their circumstances, deserves access to spiritual guidance. Through our Qur’an for Prisoners program, we bring the words of Allah (SWT) to those behind bars, supporting their journey of reflection, repentance, and renewal. Between late 2024 and May 2025, we distributed 377 copies of the Qur’an to correctional facilities across the [...]
The Deeper Meaning of Qurbani
Every year during Eid al-Adha, Muslims around the world perform Qurbani as a tribute to faith and compassion. But what does this act of sacrifice really mean today, especially for those of us living in comfort, while others face hunger, conflict, and deep uncertainty? Qurbani is not just about rituals. It reflects submission to God and a declaration of [...]
Women and the Light of Knowledge in the Qur’an
In Islam, the pursuit of knowledge is not only encouraged—it is commanded. The first revealed verse of the Qur’an “Iqra” (Read) (Qur’an 96:1) is more than a divine injunction; it is a revolutionary call to awaken the intellect and soul through the light of knowledge. This command does not distinguish between rich or poor, male [...]
