Month: June 2022

The Ruby Worth Procuring

In the month Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, we present the last blog in our series on the various hierarchical jewels associated with Jubilees and their symbolic meaning in relation to the invaluable principles of Islam. Nooresahar Ahmad, Oxford In the middle of the 14th century, the Arab Muslim Prince of Granada, Abu Sa’id knew that his rule was coming to an … Read More The Ruby Worth Procuring

Podcast – Social Responsibility: Post-Pandemic

In this episode of the British Muslim Women’s podcast, Iffat Mirza, Nooresahar Ahmed and Melissa Ahmedi reflect upon the lessons we learned over the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of social responsibility not only during trying times, but in society always.

Diamond: The Jewel Of Power And Love

Yusra Dahri, Tilford Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee this month brings me back to ten years ago, to her Diamond Jubilee in 2012. Back then, I didn’t really take much notice of the gemstone that had been added to Her Majesty’s metaphorical crown of time. All I really cared about was the fact that my school was doing a picnic. It was a big deal … Read More Diamond: The Jewel Of Power And Love

The Holy Qur’an: A Timeless Precious Sapphire

Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee earlier this month. We present here the 3rd blog in our series on the various hierarchical jewels associated with Jubilees and their symbolism as seen in the invaluable principles of Islam. Arfa Yassir, Swindon Works of literature and poetry often refer to gemstones, owing to their beauty, solid nature and a sense of longevity associated with them. … Read More The Holy Qur’an: A Timeless Precious Sapphire

Gold: Symbolic of Success and Victory

In the month Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, we present the second blog in our series on the various hierarchical jewels associated with Jubilees and their symbolic meaning in relation to the invaluable principles given in the Holy Qur’an. Ayesha Naseem, Blackburn With the widespread national celebrations of the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II earlier this month, my attention … Read More Gold: Symbolic of Success and Victory

True Love: Making it through thick and thin

As we mark the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, we begin a series of blogs on the various hierarchical jewels associated with Jubilees and their symbolic meaning in relation to the invaluable principles given in the Holy Qur’an. Iffat Mirza, Raynes Park Living in today’s day and age, there is a lot of emphasis on love. Whether that be a romantic love, love … Read More True Love: Making it through thick and thin