Turning Thanks into Giving
It's Thanksgiving season! And regardless of the historical narratives that we subscribe to, the season of thanks is on everyone's mind.
For a brief moment of introspection, millions will pause the mad clock of life and count their blessings with family and friends. What does it really mean to live in the spirit of gratitude in the modern age? What is the Islamic concept of thankfulness? What is the difference between Shukr and Hamd? How do we transform our thanks into tangible acts of giving in a manner that pleases the Creator and enriches the creation?
