The following is an English translation of the author’s interview in Persian which appeared in the credible quarterly “Tarjoman-e Wahy Journal” of the winter 2002, no, 10. The latest English translation of the Qur’an in a poetic style by Dr. Fazlollah Nikayin, was published in Illinois, U.S. (2000). Since some aspects of the work of this Iranian translator deserve to …
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Zamzam Water: The history & significance
Introduction Allaah has made all living creatures out of water. People require water for almost everything; for agriculture, construction, transportation, and for cooling and heating. But not all water carries the same value and significance? Muslims refer to the water of Zamzam as something revered and unique. They crave this mysterious liquid and love to drink it whenever they can. …
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Healing Belongs to Allaah Imam al-Madina al-Munawarrah ‘Abdul Muhsin Ibn Muhammad al-Qasim All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. May peace and blessings be upon the Messenger of Allaah, his household and companions. Fellow Muslims! This world is an abode of trials in which no man is safe from an illness that disrupts his life or weakens …
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Maruthamunai is a village situated 2.3 km away from the north of Kalmunai at the 390 mile post in the administrative division of Kalmunai Divisional Secretariat. It belongs to the Ampara District of the Eastern Province. Maruthamunai has been known for its family-based and factory-based handloom weavers throughout the years. According to the report of the Eastern Social Mobilizing Organization …
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There has been controversy on whether or not this article should be posted in this website. The consensus has been that it should be posted in accordance with the principle that one of the primary purposes of this website is to serve as a forum for dialogue. The article does not of course reflect the views of the Sailan Muslim …
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No human on earth can draw a straight line on the surface of the earth between two far cities except with the aid of detailed maps, made possible today due to airplanes, satellites, and knowledge of latitude, longitude, and land height. However, there was a person who had done this 1400 years ago. This person is the prophet Muhammad (peace …
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