Ramadan

Channel 4 to ‘provoke’ viewers with live call to prayer during Ramadan – Adam Sherwin

The broadcaster will provide extensive coverage of the Muslim period of prayer to challenge those who associate the religion with extremism and terror Channel 4 has said it will broadcast the Muslim call to prayer live every morning during Ramadan as a deliberate act of “provocation” aimed at viewers who associate Islam with terrorism and extremism. The broadcaster, which was …

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Ramazan in Sri Lanka now and then By Asiff Hussein

Ramazan is a blessed month. It is a month for fasting and doing good to one’s self by indulging in religious devotions and to one’s fellow beings by engaging in charity, hence earning Almighty Allah’s Pleasure. The holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) has stated: “When the month of Ramazan begins the gates of heaven are opened and the …

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The London Olympics in Ramadan – The Canadian Charger

Because the 2012 London Olympics will coincide with Ramadan, the most holy month in the Islamic calendar, Muslim athletes will be expected to fast from sunrise to sunset for the entire duration of the games. Ramadan requires Muslims to observe a month of fasting from sunrise to sunset, meaning no food or even water can pass their lips while the …

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Fasting and your health – nhs.uk

Fasting during the month of Ramadan can be good for your health if it’s done correctly.     When the body is starved of food, it starts to burn fat so that it can make energy. This can lead to weight loss. However, if you fast for too long your body will eventually start breaking down muscle protein for energy, which is unhealthy. Dr …

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Spreading the Good News of Ramadaan

Author:'Abdullaah Ibn Saalih Al-Fawzaan Source:Ahaadeeth As-Siyaam: Ahkaam wa Adaab (pg. 13-15) Translator:isma'eel alarcon (for al-manhaj.com) Abu Hurairah reported that the Messenger of Allaah (saws) said: "Ramadaan has come to you – a blessed month. Allaah has made it obligatory on you to fast in it. During this month, the gates of heaven are open, the gates of the Hellfire are closed and …

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