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VELA Culture Series Spotlight: Mexico
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VELA Culture Series Spotlight: Mexico

By VELA Team

Mexico, the land of rich culture filled with Mariachi, Tamales, Cathedrals, and yes even Islam. It is no lie that the fastest growing ethnic group in Islam is the Latino and Hispanic community. Many latino...
Navigating Halal “Dating”
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Navigating Halal “Dating”

By VELA Team

To be clear, there is no such thing as dating in Islam, but in the Western world, approaching love and marriage in a halal manner can be difficult and confusing for many younger generations—especially reverts....
When to cut off a friendship?
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When to cut off a friendship?

By VELA Team

I recently removed a friend from my life since she was a major backbiter which led me to reflect on her character – I realized that this is not how I want to be. I...
How to Host the Perfect Iftar During Ramadan
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How to Host the Perfect Iftar During Ramadan

By VELA Team

Whether you're a born Muslim or a revert, hosting the perfect iftar may seem daunting but can be done with the right preparation and intentions. افطار (Iftar) means “to break” in Arabic since iftar is the...
Prepping for Ramadan as a Revert
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Prepping for Ramadan as a Revert

By VELA Team

Ramadan is the holy month of fasting, self reflection, and spiritual growth for Muslims globally. However, for many reverts, this can be a time of challenge and courage. As a new revert, I've only celebrated...