Anger is one of the evil whispers of Shaytaan, which leads to so many evils and tragedies, of which only Allaah knows their full extent. For this reason Islam has a great deal to say about this bad characteristic, and the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) described cures for this “disease” [...]
Entries from February 2009
February 26, 2009
Ihsan: The Pursuit of Excellence
I read a great post on the blog Raggiungere written by Cassandra Rochelle Williams. Masha’Allah it was very well written and I wanted to share it with others.
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.
Aristotle
Ihsan….just saying the word in my head has a special ring to it, brings a certain [...]
February 26, 2009
Has Islam Failed? Not by Western Standards
Sent to me by Tamim, aka “Muscles”
By MICHAEL NEUMANN
We hear over and over again that Islam has failed, that it is in crisis. The claims always involve comparing Islam to something else, though to what is often unclear. If ‘failed’ just means ‘hasn’t kept up with the West’, Islam has indeed failed. So has every [...]
February 24, 2009
Sahaba: ‘Umayr ibn Wahb
I have decided to start a series of posts that narrate the lives of the Sahaba. This is first and foremost for myself, because I have felt for a long time that I need to learn more about their lives, who they were, the sacrifices they made for Islam, and understand why they were the [...]
February 24, 2009
Sh. Kamal el Mekki – Why the Scholars need to be used to fight Extremism
This is an extremely important topic in which Sh. Kamal el Mekki explains why Muslim scholars need to keep Muslims in check. He defends Sh. Tawfique Choudhury’s article explaining it further. Click here for the lecture.
February 24, 2009
Sh. Kamal el-Mekki: Strengthening One’s Memory
My former teacher, Br. Kamal, giving a lecture on strengthening your memory.
February 24, 2009
Beautiful Recitation of Surah Ali-’Imraan
Translation:
166. And what you suffered (of the disaster) on the day (of the battle of Uhud when) the two armies met, was by the leave of Allâh, in order that He might test the believers.
167. And that He might test the hypocrites, it was said to them: “Come, fight in the [...]
February 23, 2009
Abdur-Rahman ibn Yusuf – Controlling the Desires
Serves as a good reminder. Click here for the lecture
February 19, 2009
Tariq Ramadan – Half of Your Faith
Courtesy of my boy The Mixer
How many men and women prepare themselves to live as a couple, as a family?
Some think about it, others are already committed to it. We hear of stories… and one is sometimes moved by the expectations and hopes of some, and sometimes saddened by the painful life experiences of others. [...]
February 18, 2009
Two sexes ’sin in different ways’
I don’t agree with the concept of confession, as well as other ideals esposed in Catholic Church, but thougth that this was a very interesting study by the Vatican .
TOP DEADLY SINS FOR MEN
Lust
Gluttony
Sloth
TOP DEADLY SINS FOR WOMEN
Pride
Envy
Anger
Women are prouder than men, but men are more lustful, according to a Vatican report which states that [...]
February 18, 2009
“The World of Deaf Muslims” Event @ Georgetown University Sat, Feb 21
“The World of Deaf Muslims”
You are cordially invited to a one day symposium to experience the culture and challenges that face the Deaf Muslim Community locally and globally. Join us in an effort to enhance community awareness and inclusiveness!
When: Saturday February 21, 2009
10:00am-5:00pm
Where: Georgetown University, Copley Formal Lounge
Main Campus
37th & 0 Street NW, Washington DC 20057
Suggested Donation: $10
Please [...]
February 17, 2009
Letter on Aasiya Hassan, wife of founder of Bridges TV Muzzammil Hassan
By Imam Mohamed Hagmagid Ali
Executive Director, ADAMS Center
Vice-President, The Islamic Society of North America
The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) is saddened and shocked by the news of the loss of one of our respected sisters, Aasiya Hassan whose life was taken violently. To God we belong and to Him we return (Qur’an 2:156). We [...]
February 16, 2009
Health Status of Imam Siraj Wahhaj
“And if Allah touches thee with affliction, none can remove it but He: But if He bestows upon you a favor, remember that He is the Possessor of every power to do all that He wills.” (Qur’an 6:17).
The Muslim Alliance in North America appreciates the concerns and questions we’ve received regarding the health of our beloved [...]
