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Rohingya refugee: We were hunted down by mob in Myanmar
For decades, Rohingya Muslims have been fleeing Myanmar, a Buddhist majority country where they are forced to live in apartheid-like conditions and denied access to jobs, education and healthcare. But in recent years the exodus of refugees has surged. Since 2012, more than 100,000 people have braved perilous boat journeys in search of better lives.. More -
Monitor: 60,000 dead in Syria regime jails
More than 60,000 people have been killed through torture or died in dire humanitarian conditions inside Syrian regime prisons throughout the country's five-year uprising, according to a monitor. The numbers were obtained from Syrian regime sources, the United Kingdom-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said on Saturday. "Since March 2011,.. More -
Etiquette and behavior towards Allah
A Muslim thinks about the countless blessings that Allah has bestowed upon him. He considers the numerous bounties that Allah has given him -- from the time when he was a “drop of fluid” in his mother’s womb. These bounties continue until he meets His Lord. Therefore, a Muslim must thank Allah for these countless bounties with his.. More -
Etiquettes of Supplicating - II
The Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, used to invoke Allah The Exalted saying: “Allahumma anta rabbi la ilaaha illa ant, khalaqtani wa ana ‘abduk, wa ana ‘ala ‘ahdika wa wa‘dika mastata‘t, a‘oothu bika min sharri maa sana‘t, aboo’u laka bini‘matika, wa aboo’u laka bithanbi.. More -
Faith in Qadhaa` and Qadr - Predestination
Definition of "Qadhaa' and Qadar" When mentioned separately, either one means the other; but when stated together, they differ in their meanings e.g.: when it is generalised, Qadar encompasses Qadhaa' and vice versa. But when it is stated: 'Qadar and Qadhaa', then Qadar means the predestination of things and when the predestined matter occurs.. More -
Iraq humanitarian crisis 'one of the world's worst'
More than 10 million Iraqis are in need of immediate humanitarian aid, according to UN estimates. Iraqi civilians and officials have voiced concern over the humanitarian situation in the country's western cities of Fallujah and Ramadi. For almost two years now, Fallujah has endured a siege imposed on the city after it became the first to fall to the.. More -
Obligation of the five daily prayers
Prayer is the most obligatory of the Five Pillars of Islam next to the Two Testifications of Faith (I bear witness that there is no deity (worthy of worship) but Allah. And I bear witness that Muhammad is Allah’s Messenger), and it was ordained in the best and the most perfect way for an act of worship. Prayer includes many of the acts of worship,.. More -
Common Mistakes in Raising Children
Having difficulty dealing with children has become a widespread phenomenon. Many parents seem to be quite at loss when it comes to enforcing good morals in their children. Research has shown that some parents use fruitless styles to achieve this goal. There are certain common mistakes parents make in bringing up their children -- both boys and girls... More -
Staying steadfast in turbulent times
Steadfastness in faith has been mentioned on more than one occasion in the Noble Quran and the Sunnah (Prophetic tradition). Allah the Exalted, enjoined the Muslims to be upright in their religion, praising the steadfast people and promising them generous rewards. For instance, Allah the Exalted Says (what means): {So remain on a right course as you.. More -
The Trade of Sincere Muslims
There is no doubt that the reward of Allah The Almighty is better and more lasting than any worldly benefit. Allah, the Exalted, Says (what means): {But what is with Allah is better and more lasting for those who have believed and upon their Lord rely.} [Quran 42: 36] Indeed, one's good deeds are generously rewarded by Allah The Almighty; He Says (what.. More -
Countering Evil with a Better Deed
Interacting with others in life is necessary, as a person is surrounded by neighbors, relatives and colleagues in institutions of study and workplaces. Due to this dealing with different types of people, it is natural to be made susceptible to harm from some of them. Suppose that every such act one is subjected to, is met by an evil one in its like,.. More -
The methodology of discourse in Da'wah
The methodology of discourse in Da'wah (Islamic propagation) constitutes the following principles: A.Establishing the principle of submission The principle of submitting to Allah The Almighty should be established and stressed. Muslims should realize that they must submit to the ordinances of Allah The Almighty, whether they understand the wisdom.. More -
The execution of Khubayb bin 'Adiyy
The following is an incident that occurred during the era of the Prophet sallallaahu 'alayhi wa sallam, and which exemplifies the great sacrifices that his companions, may Allaah be pleased with them, made for the sake of this religion. The execution of Khubayb, may Allaah be pleased with him, has been detailed in many books. One such report is where.. More -
Origination of Sunnah from the Prophet
“Nor does he speak from [his own] inclination. It is not but a revelation revealed.”[Quran 53:3-4] It is necessary for complete understanding of the meaning of the Sunnah to appreciate and understand the way Sunnah originates from the person of the Prophet, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam. In essence, this took place in three forms or ways:Through.. More -
'You' and 'I': The Art of Communication in Marital Life – I
He said he was coming in ten minutes’ time. Ten minutes pass, half an hour, an hour, and then he shows up. The wife: "You said ten minutes, and I have been waiting here for an hour." The husband: "Forgive me, there was too much traffic." The wife: "This is not the first time. That’s the way you are; always late... More
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