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She Left the Church for Love—But He Wouldn’t Leave the Mosque

Munaeem Jamal

The article explores the trend of Christian women converting to Islam for marriage, highlighting the cultural and religious pressures that often compel these women to abandon their faith while Muslim men rarely convert for love. This dynamic creates a troubling power imbalance where women’s sacrifices are normalized, while men’s potential conversions are seen as betrayal. The piece critiques the romanticization of these sacrifices, arguing for a more equitable approach to interfaith relationships that respects both partners’ beliefs. It challenges the notion of love that demands one partner’s complete surrender and advocates for mutual respect and understanding instead. Continue reading She Left the Church for Love—But He Wouldn’t Leave the Mosque

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When Faith and Depression Collide

Munaeem Jamal

Why mental illness is still misunderstood in religious communities She was told it was a spiritual attack.That maybe she hadn’t prayed hard enough.That if she fasted, forgave, and praised through the pain—it would lift. But it didn’t. And now, on top of the despair gnawing at her chest, she felt guilt. Deep, bone-heavy shame. Because how could a true believer feel so broken? In many faith communities, depression isn’t treated like an illness. It’s a failure. A moral weakness. A lack of gratitude. A crack in your relationship with God. And that misunderstanding? It’s killing people quietly. Just Give It … Continue reading When Faith and Depression Collide