July, 2023

• 7 July

  The Masjid of Jamiah Naleemiah has been officially reopened

  

  The Masjid of Jamiah Naleemiah has been officially reopened for daily prayers on July 2, 2023, following an extensive expansion, renovation, and upgrading project. The society’s president, the board of management, and the Rector came together to declare its reopening. The event was graced by the presence of numerous attendees, including members of the society, staff, and a large number …

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• 4 July

  Meaning of the Islamic Months

  

  The Islamic calendar differs from the Gregorian calendar because it follows the cycle of the moon rather than the cycle of the sun, but the two calendars have one thing in common: they both have 12 months. The 12 Islamic months each have different meanings, with four of them being sacred months during which fighting and conflict is forbidden.  There …

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• 2 July

  Former Priest Became Muslim Perform Hajj, Converted Thousands Of Christians

  

   Story of South African Christian priest -Ibrahim Richmond in hajj 2023 Former South African priest Ibrahim Richmond, who converted to Islam and led many Christians to embrace the Islamic faith, was honored to be invited to the popular Hajj pilgrimage. The Hajj pilgrimage is of great importance to Muslims around the world, and Richmond’s participation is a remarkable result …

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June, 2023

• 30 June

  THE FASCINATING STORY OF NOSE ORNAMENTS

  

  Of all feminine adornments, none charm and enchant more than nose ornaments. Be they rings or studs, there is something so striking about them when they grace a woman’s face. Just as the jewel in the crown gives the queen her splendour, a jewel in the nose of even a common damsel enhances her allure. Perhaps the most famous Sri …

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• 30 June

  How Islamic Architecture Shaped Europe | Diana Darke

  

  In this video, Diana Darke, author of the award-winning book, Stealing from the Saracens: How Islamic Architecture Shaped Europe, takes you on a quick architectural journey to see how architectural styles and ideas passed from vibrant Middle Eastern centers, such as Damascus, Baghdad, and Cairo, and entered Europe via gateways including Muslim Spain, Sicily, and Venice through the movement of …

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• 26 June

  Hajj: Record-breaking crowds expected as pilgrimage begins in Saudi heat

  

  Muslim worshippers and pilgrims gather around the Kaaba, Islam’s holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Mecca on 24 June (AFP) More than 2.5 million people are expected to make the holy Hajj pilgrimage now that Covid-19 restrictions have been fully lifted, organisers say The annual pilgrimage of Hajj began in Mecca, Saudi Arabia on Sunday, with coordinators expecting record-breaking …

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• 26 June

  11 Things to Do On the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah

  

  The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said, “There are no days during which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these days,” meaning the (first) ten days of Dhul Hijjah. [ Sunan Ibn Majah #1727 ] But, where do I even begin? Not to worry, here is a list of ways you can make the most of this Dhul Hijjah …

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