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Al-Husayn on Interfaith Dialogue and Religious Tolerance

August 9, 2026

Al-Husayn on Interfaith Dialogue and Religious Tolerance by Dr Murtaza Akber Hameer

Modern capitalist societies often assume that financial success is the clearest evidence of intelligence, hard work and personal worth. The wealthy are frequently treated as society’s most capable people, while those with lower incomes may be viewed as less ambitious or less deserving. However, the Swedish study discussed in Ross Pomeroy’s article challenges this assumption. Using cognitive assessment and income data from approximately 59,000 Swedish men, researchers found that intelligence was strongly associated with higher earnings up to a certain point. Beyond roughly €60,000 a year, cognitive ability levelled off, and the top one percent of earners scored slightly lower than those immediately beneath them.

One Ledger, One Purpose: A Khoja Case for Social Entrepreneurship

February 1, 2026

Social entrepreneurship does something deceptively simple. It climbs the ladder and fixes the roof. The compassion is the same. The intention unchanged. Only the method evolves. Instead of treating social problems as an after-hours responsibility, the business itself becomes the repair work.

Living Faith Through Service: The Transformative Power of Gülen’s Philosophy of Hizmet

January 14, 2026

Living Faith Through Service: The Transformative Power of Gülen’s Philosophy of Hizmet by Dr Hasnain Gulamali Walji

Across continents and cultures, I have met followers of Fethullah Gülen who, like my friend Dr Tekalan, reflect the essence of Hizmet in every word they speak and every action they take. In these encounters, I have witnessed something quietly powerful – a philosophy that goes beyond lofty ideals or well-spoken beliefs. There’s a depth to their commitment that transforms simple acts into living proof of leadership based on compassion, empathy, and tireless service. It’s a rare kind of leadership, one that goes beyond inspiring others to merely admire, inviting them instead to live a shared vision of service and humanity.

This publication originally started as print magazine in Nairobi under the auspices of the Haydari Madrasah. Later on, with greater demand for online material and demand to suppress costs as well as reach a wider audience, TC on Friday, became an online "Friday supplement". In the early 2000s, the forum received the support of The World Federation, giving their blessings to the publication as well as helping in its broadcast.

Again, with passage of time, changes are imminent as we now move to a more interactive state - a blog. To this end, I seek the support of all members who can contribute their valuable time and written material to the forum, which is being read all across the world.

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