Centered on wellbeing, sustainability, and natural living
Rupert Sheldrake We are impressed by the beauty of flowers, the wings of butterflies, the iridescence of beetles and the plumage of birds, like peacocks’ tails. There is also a huge amount of beauty in the world that was discovered only in recent centuries through the invention of the microscope. For example, radiolarians, which live in the sea, are single…
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By Rabia for the Al-Andalus Tribune She pulled out a spritzer and said “have some!” I said “what’s that girl!?” She said “the best from the UAE!” She sprayed once, twice on my neck. I almost fainted in the taxi seat next to her. I couldn’t wait for that road trip to be over and get home so I could…
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Moroccan Cooking for Diabetics: Introduction As you may have guessed this is not a regular cookbook. It is a book about the larger aspects of being human and sharing tradition and finding truth and value in our roots and our spiritual connections to our heritage. It is my attempt to preserve that truth and wisdom to share with the…
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A review of The Humanure Handbook: A Guide to Composting Human Manure by Joe Jenkins By Kevin Barrett with a “Fatwa on the Flush Toilet” by Shaykh Imran Hosein [Buy the book or read a free online version here] When Obama recently called Netanyahu “chickenshit” most folks understood an insult was intended. But in some cultures, where nitrogen-rich poultry poop makes great…
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In Islam, health is not just a physical matter—it is a trust from God (amānah). The human body is considered a divine gift, a vessel for the soul, and a means to serve Allah. As such, Islam places profound importance on maintaining health, eating mindfully, and living in balance. This holistic approach to wellness—rooted in revelation, tradition, and reason—has made…
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In the Islamic world, gardens are more than just beautiful places—they are deeply symbolic, spiritual, and sacred. They reflect not only a love of nature but also a vision of paradise itself. For over a thousand years, Islamic gardens have served as places of peace, reflection, art, and devotion. Let’s explore the meaning, design, and legacy of these gardens across…
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