Islam

Nine Sadakha Wells – Under Aegis of Sailan Muslim Foundation

Assalamu Alaikum All. On a program begun by brother AGA Barrie, Sailan Muslim entered the sphere of helping very deserving depressed Muslim Communities with the provision of water. To this end he requested me to see if we could help the Terrorist affected Eastern Province Muslims. We decided to take on Kinniya, which was one of the most affected by …

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An Interview with Dr. F. Nikayin A Poetic Translation of the Holy Qur’an, By M. H. Broomand

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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Khutbah from Medina

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 weavers: Bonding cultures, Jayanthi Liyanage in Kalmunai

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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