Author: A. L. Said
A. L. Said
A. L. Said founded Rethinking Islam, a Singapore Muslim digital magazine connecting faith with modern life. He explores identity, relationships, money and the digital world through a distinctly Singaporean lens. His articles bring together personal reflection, recognised scholarship and verified sources, with links for further reading. His aim is simple: clear ideas, thoughtful questions and meaningful conversations, with a little local wit.
Umrah is a very special journey for Muslims. This journey gives peace to the heart and brings a Muslim close…
Taawwudh and Bismillah are acts of remembrance, not magic or mental health treatment. They can also help create a valuable pause before anger and impulsive action.
Not every difficult choice is rebellion, and not every comfortable explanation is sound. This reflection asks how Muslims distinguish context from self justification.
A healthy marriage is not emotional surveillance or total independence. It needs mercy, dignity, honest communication and shared responsibility.
Umrah is a very special journey for every Muslim and it brings heart close to Allah. Moreover, it gives a…
Welcome to our list of the top 10 Islamic websites for 2026! In today’s digital age, the internet has become…
Ramadan is a month of blessings and reflection, and it is the perfect time to increase in making dua. Allah…
The danger is not only temptation. It is assuming there will always be time to return. Islam warns against delay while keeping the door of repentance open.
Spiritual wellness in Islam includes worship, character, repentance, relationships and responsibility. Faith can support wellbeing without replacing qualified mental health care.
Self deception can make repentance harder when we keep excusing the same behaviour. But not every hardship is proof that ALLAH has blocked our blessings.