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Paperback, 158 pages Published June 1st 1993 by International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) (first published 1992) Reviewed by Abdul H.Azeez A mere four hundred years after the demise of the Prophet (pbuh) the political fragmentation of the Islamic world had already begun, and continued in the centuries after. The Muslim ummah, once united along lines of faith, has over these centuries …
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The Mind’s Eye. Musings and Reflections of Dr. M.A.M.Shukri
Published by: Naleemiah Institute of Islamic Research. Printed by: Printel (Pvt) Ltd Pgs:165 Price:Rs.350 Reviewed by Asiff Hussein It is with immense pleasure that I pen these thoughts to this valuable collection of essays by Dr.M.A.M.Shukri on various aspects of Islam which were published in learned journals throughout a good part of his distinguished academic career. …
Read More »The Muslim Heritage of Eastern Sri Lanka – by S.H.M.Jameel and Asiff Hussein
The Muslim Heritage of Eastern Sri Lanka edited by S.H.M.Jameel and Asiff Hussein is a record of the traditional society, lifestyle and culture of the Muslims of the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka. The Muslims of Sri Lanka have a rich heritage and this is no better seen than in the Eastern Province which has the highest concentration of Muslims …
Read More »The Prophets – as told in the Holy Quran by Marina Ismail
The Prophets – as told in the Holy Quran by Marina Ismail tells the stories of the lives and times of all the 25 Great Prophets of Islam from Adham (Adam) to Muhammed (OWBP), as revealed in the Holy Quran. The Holy Quran relates the stories of these Prophets and Messengers; their good character, their piety and their trust in Allah. …
Read More »Don’t Be Sad (HB), By: Aaidh ibn Abdullah al-Qarni
Pages: 479 Binding: Hardback Size: 6×9" (15×22 cm) ISBN: 9960-850-36-6 (9960850366) Publisher: IIPH At a time in which the Muslims are beset with trials from every periphery and within, comes this heartening book rooted in the commandments of Allah (swt), the Sunnah and the excellent guidance and examples of the Muslims that have come before us. Don't Be Sad is an absolute must-read for all people. …
Read More »Riots and martial law in Ceylon, 1915 by Ponnambalam Ramanathan
During and soon after the riots which took place in June 1915, the Government declared Martial Law and the shootings and atrocities committed and the fines imposed, found Ramanathan as the champion of the down-trodden Sinhalese people, speaking alone in the Legislative Council. He condemned the imposition of Martial Law. He said that though riots were taking place frequently in …
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