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QURBANIThe word “qurbani” means sacrifice in many languages, and the word “udhiya,” in Arabic, refers to the specific animal that is sacrificed on Eid ul-Adha. This sacrifice is made by the head of the household on behalf of the family. It can either be a sheep, goat, a portion of a camel or a portion of a cow More …
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July, 2022
- 11 July
M.J.M. Lafir – World Billiards Champion 1973 – (Muhammad Junaid Muhammad Lafir)
Name Date of Birth Country Muhammad Junaid Muhammad Lafir 27-05-1930 Sri Lanka Nam e : Muhammad Junaid Muhammad Lafir M.J.M. Lafir was born on 27th day of May, 1930 at St. Joseph’s street, Grandpass to S.L.M. Juanid and Salaha Ummuna. He started playing Billiards from the age of seven. His first mentor was his own father. While studying at Hameediah …
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The Day of ’Arafah: All Your Questions Answered
by Mufti Muhammad Ismail *Please note: the word ’Arafah refers to the Day of ’Arafah, while the word ’Arafat refers to the Plains of ’Arafat outside Makkah. What is the Day of ′Arafah? The Day of ’Arafah is the ninth day of Dhul-Hijjah – this year, it is on 8th July 2022. The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah are the …
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M.L.M. Farook – Librarian Zahira College
Marhoom Al Haj M.L.M.Farook former Registrar of Muslim Marriages and Ex Librarian Zahira College, Colombo who peacefully passed away at the age of 71 years after a fruitful service to the Muslim Community in particular and the Country in general. In 1949 he was absorbed into the staff of Zahira College Colombo by the then Principal late Dr. A.M.A. Azeez …
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Damascus Gate: The significance of the main entry into Jerusalem’s Old City By Nadda Osman
Known as ‘Bab al-Amoud’ in Arabic, the gate was first built during Roman rule nearly 2,000 years ago. Resembling a crown, the towering and turreted walls of the Damascus Gate are a significant landmark in the city of Jerusalem. Called Bab al-Amoud (“Gate of the Column”) by Palestinians and Sha’ar Sh’khem (“Nablus Gate”) in Hebrew, the structure has symbolic, cultural, and political importance for …
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June, 2022
- 19 June
Former speaker : M.H. Mohamed: A colossus among men
I am honoured to have been given the opportunity to pay tribute to the memory of Marhoom whose sixth death anniversary fell a few days ago. I have known M.H. Mohamed for decades, both as a politician and a person. His political career, spanning seven decades, is worthy of being included in a time capsule and earmarked as a precedent …
Read More » - 16 June
Hajj and Umrah check packing list
Hajj & Umrah Packing and Check List absolutely Free.Have a look at some images below to give you an idea of what to expect.Simply a must read for anyone preparing for Hajj or Umrah.
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