Prophet Muhammad was surrounded by many comrades. Besides his family and the Caliphs, these companions colour Islamic history with meaningful names for newborn boys.

Sep 14, 2009 - Maria Zain

Choosing a Muslim name for a daughter is exciting - and what better way than to name her after a recognised woman in Islamic history.

Sep 12, 2009 - Maria Zain

Uthman became the third Rashidun Caliph (rightly guided Caliph) after the assassination of Umar. Uthman ruled from 644-656 AD.

Jan 22, 2010 - Thomas Wyatt

Are the Middle East and North Africa on the verge of returning to the Caliphate, an Empire of Islam?

Feb 18, 2011 - Brandon Place

Muslim families can now welcome a digital family into their homes as part and parcel of their Islamic education for their children.

Sep 4, 2009 - Maria Zain

Shia constitute 10 to 15 percent of Muslims, but are actually a majority around the oil-rich rim of the Persian Gulf.

Sep 13, 2007 - Jonas Gamso

Muslim names can be difficult to pronounce and spell. Here is a list of Muslim names from "I" to "Z" that are simple yet meaningful for a newborn baby boy.

Sep 12, 2009 - Maria Zain

Expecting a son can be one of the most exciting experiences for Muslim parents and more so choosing a rightful name for him. Here are names from the Prophet's household.

Sep 13, 2009 - Maria Zain

Parents choose their baby's names but sometimes their choices have not been thought through and their daughters are saddled with names that provoke laughter or derision.

Mar 15, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Old Hollywood is a wonderful place to look for inspiration when selecting a baby name. Consider the timeless and beautiful names of these classic film stars.

Nov 1, 2009 - Colette Haydon John

Choosing a beautiful baby name it often very difficult. After all, there are so many choices. These top 10 baby names from Flanders are truly inspiring.

Sep 4, 2009 - Sofie De Cocker

Trying to find an interesting and meaningful name to give your child? Look to the unique and beautiful names chosen by the literary greats.

Oct 23, 2009 - Colette Haydon John

The empire that Genghis Khan left behind on his death in 1227 stretched from the Caspian Sea to the borders of China and the Golden Horde searched for further conquests.

Aug 7, 2008 - William Silvester

When a baby is born into a Muslim family, Islamic rites are performed for this cherished event.

Mar 18, 2011 - Charlene Gray

While Europe was entrenched in the Dark Ages, Muslims made historical contributions to art, architecture, medicine, astronomy, math, literature and other disciplines.

May 19, 2009 - Christine Benlafquih

Islamic mysticism has a rich Sufi tradition made famous by Rumi and the legendary whirling dervishes. How does this relate to traditional Islam?

Jun 18, 2006 - Jolinda Cary

Although Muslims believe in Jesus, Jesus of the Quran is Jewish by birth and Muslim by faith.

Jan 22, 2012 - Oreen Scott

There are many benefits of reading in Islam. Education, civilisation and reciprocal partnerships rest on the ability to read. It all started with the word, "read!"

Nov 18, 2007 - Maria Zain

Why the western political establishment's continued silence over the rise of Islamic extremism will end in disaster.

Dec 17, 2010 - Darryn Tomlinson