Isra’ and Mi`raj (In Detail)

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Isra' and Mi`raj (In Detail) In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, Most Beneficient, Blessings and Peace upon the Messenger of Allah and his Family and Companions, As the Prophet, upon him blessings and peace, was in al-Hijr at the House (the semi-circular space under the waterspout which is open on both sides on the Northwest side of the Ka`ba), lying down at rest between two men (his uncle Hamza and his cousin Ja`far ibn Abi Talib), Jibril and … [Read more...]

At the approach of the Month of Rajab

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Allahumma baarik lanaa fee Rajaba wa Sha'baana wa balligh-naa Ramadaan Translation: Oh Allah! Grant us Barakah (Blessing) during (the months of) Rajab and Sha'baan, and allow us to reach Ramadaan. (Shu'abul-Imaan, Ibnu Sunni #660 also see Al-Azhkaar.) Rajab is the 2nd of the 4 sacred months in the Islamic Calendar which are referred to as "Ash-hurul hurum" (Surah Tawbah, verse: 36) (The others are: Zhul-Qa'dah, Zhul-Hijjah and Muharram) The … [Read more...]

RAMADHAAN RECIPES

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1. Es Teler, a Malaysian iced fruit salad drink for Iftar 1 can of ripe jack fruit 1 can of young coconut meat in coconut juice can of longan in syrup 1 can of palm seed in heavy syrup 3 ripe avocados 1 can of coconut juice vanilla flavoring Cut jack fruit, coconut meat and palm seeds in to small pieces. Scoop avocado meat with spoon, then add all ingredients and syrup together and serve over ice. 2. Qatayef, an Egyptian sweet for … [Read more...]

AN AROMA OF TAQWA

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People try to read more and more Qur'an, offer nawafil and spend their time in dhikr during Ramadhan, a Pakistani sister said. "Allah instills in you more sabr and gratitude, and despite the difficulty of tasting, it is spent in a very happy mood." They also become conscious of things like watching television and listening to music and try to avoid it, she said. As Ramadhan nears completion, particularly during the last 10 days, people's worship … [Read more...]

RAMADHAAN TREATS

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Perhaps ironically, food is one of the most important elements of this fasting month. In Tunisia, the women prepare for Ramadhan by stocking up on groceries and cleaning their kitchens. If they need to buy any new utensils, this is the time to do it, Amer said. It is a must for suhur in Somalia, Esse, of Toronto, Canada, said. Pakistanis enjoy special dishes such as 'pheni', thin vermicelli, and "khajla," chunky pieces made from flour served in … [Read more...]

Countdown for Ramadaan Begins

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The Countdown for Ramadaan Begins. The countdown has already begun. Less than a month remains for the arrival of Holy Ramadaan. The very name of Ramadaan evokes a feeling of expectant joy and pleasure in the heart of the Mu'min. A restlessness overtakes the Mu'min in eager anticipation of the Holy month. Sometimes, this feeling even turns to fear and anxiety. "O Allah, will I see Ramadaan this year?" Allah alone knows who will live to see … [Read more...]