Sailan Muslim Foundation

Al Aqsa: the third sanctuary

Masjid Al-Aqsa has always been dear to the hearts of Muslims, but how much do we know about Islam’s third holiest site and its history? The Prophet (peace be upon him) advised: “None of you is a true believer until he loves for his brother what he loves for himself.” (Bukhari & Muslim) Abu Hurairah also quotes another hadeeth: “The …

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Safe Female circumcision

Safe Female circumcision Dr. Sit Elbanat Khalid Mohamed Ali Obstetrician Gynecologist Khartoum University – Sudan 2- 2 -2009 Contents 1 – The Female Prepuce ((Clitorial Hood )) . 2 – Female Genital Anatomy and Sexual Dysfunction. 3 – Clitorial Un hooding. 4 – Medical Studies . 5 – Personal reports. 6 – Female Circumcision: “Prohibition or Allowance?”      Islamic & Medical …

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Let’s Respect Muslim Rites & Rights – Why Moves to Ban Female Circumcision infringe on our Religious Rights

By Asiff Hussein Recent moves by activists to ban the Islamic duty of female circumcision in Sri Lanka is a frightening development that threatens the religious rights of the Muslims of our country. We learn that the Ministry of Health is to issue a circular prohibiting cuts being made to the female genitalia carried out in State hospitals. The Parliamentary …

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10 things to start doing in Rabi’ al Awwal

This list is intended to be a quick guide to some beneficial things that can, with Allah’s help, improve our lives and faith both in and out of the noble month of Rabi’ al-Awwal. We ask Allah for sincerity and acceptance. Recite and listen to the Qur’an on a daily basis – One of the best ways to get closer …

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