HASAD (DESTRUCTIVE JEALOUSY) Envy constitutes a disease of the heart and it is one of the flaws inherent in human characters that can damage the well being of the family and the community in general. In order to understand its true nature and convey a beneficial understanding, a single definition of this malady will not be sufficient. So envy is: “To wish for a blessing from the person it was bestowed on, regardless of whether the envious person wants the blessing for himself or not.” (lbn Hajar AI-Asqalani-Fath-u/ Bari) “When…
Year: 2023
World Heart Day
World Heart Day, an annual observance and celebration held on September 29, intended to increase public awareness of cardiovascular diseases, including their prevention and their global impact. In 1999 the World Heart Federation (WHF), in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO), announced the establishment of World Heart Day. Cardiovascular diseases are the most common cause of death globally. These deaths were the result of coronary heart disease or stroke. Although cardiovascular diseases are often considered to be afflictions of people living in developed countries, where sedentary lifestyle is common, more than 80 percent of deaths from these diseases occur in…
CURE FROM THE EVIL EYE (Part 3)
POSSESSION Those who deal with ruqyah (incantation) as prescribed in Islam have mentioned some of the symptoms from which it may be known whether a person has been possessed by the jinn or affected by the evil eye. They are not definitive symptoms and may vary in some cases, and may be more or less in other cases. As for the symptoms of possession, they are: Turning away and reacting strongly when hearing the adhaan (call to prayer) or Quran Fainting, seizures and falling when Quran is read over him…
PROTECTION AGAINST THE EVIL EYE (Part 2)
Actions to take against the evil eye We read yesterday about how dangerous the Evil eye can be, but if we study the Sunnah we are taught ways to protect ourselves from evil. Listed below are actions mentioned in the authentic ahadeeth to be taken to protect ourselves form evil eye. 1. SEEK ALLAAH’S REFUGE AGAINST THEIR EVIL Allah [The Most High] hears the one who seeks His Refuge and knows what the person is seeking. Allah is able to do all things and He alone is the One from…
German Footballer, Robert Bauer has converted to Islam
Robert Bauer, born 9 April 1995, is a German professional footballer who plays as a full-back or as a wing-back for Saudi Professional League club Al-Tai. Eligible to represent Germany or Kazakhstan, Bauer revealed that he had rejected an offer from the latter in February 2015 in hopes of representing Germany. The next month, he received his first call-up to the Germany U20 side and represented them at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in New Zealand that summer. He was part of the squad for the 2016 Summer Olympics, where Germany won the silver medal. On 14 September 2023, Robert Bauer has announced…
Duaa after the Azaan
Allah SWT has made Islam a very beautiful and easy-to-follow religion for all Muslims. Salah is one of the most essential pillars of Islam. It is mandatory upon every Muslim to perform Namaz five times a day. Therefore, to remind Muslims of the specific time of prayer, it is the duty of the muezzin to give Adhan – call to prayer. It is said that every person who utters the sentences of the Adhan will find their heart full of divine grace and purity. Jabir bin Abdullah (RA) narrated that…
THE EVIL EYE (PART 1)
The term “evil eye” usually refers to harm that comes to a person because of someone else’s jealousy or envy towards them. Many Muslims believe it to be real, and some incorporate specific practices in order to protect themselves or their loved ones from its effects. Others reject it as superstition or an “old wives’ tale.” What does Islam teach about the powers of the evil eye? DEFINITION OF EVIL EYE The Arabic word al-‘ayn (translated as the evil eye) refers to when a person harms another with his eye.…
Journalism
Journalism is the production and distribution of reports on the interaction of events, facts, ideas and people that are the “news of the day” and that informs the society to some degree of accuracy. What does a Journalist do? A journalist is trained to gather, analyse and report on news and current events prevailing in our country and around the world. They use various sources to investigate and report on stories including interviews with sources, research and observations. Journalists can work in various media platforms such as printing department, television,…
Messi scores from a free kick to give Argentina 1-0 win in South American World Cup qualifying
It was Messi’s 104th goal in 176 international appearances, including his 29th in World Cup qualifying Colombia beat Venezuela 1-0 with a header by Rafael Santos Borre in the 46th minute; Paraguay and Peru drew 0-0 BUENOS AIRES: Once again, and now as a World Cup champion, Lionel Messi came to Argentina’s rescue when the team most needed him. The 36-year-old captain scored from a free kick in the 78th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 win against Ecuador in the first round of South American World Cup qualifying on…
LOVE BETWEEN HUSBAND AND WIFE
A believer loves because of his faith, and because Allah, his Creator and Lord, loves, too. When he loves certain people, articles and experiences, he loves them only because, and in the name, of Allah, in that they all exist only due to Allah’s grace and love. They are the objects of divine love. As a form of reciprocation, they love and are being loved by the All-Loving God. The entire process unfolds for Allah’s sake alone. In an ideal scenario, Muslim man and Muslim woman should not get…