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.…
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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…
Masjid Al Haraam – The most Expensive building on Earth
The Great Mosque of Mecca, Masjid Al Haram is on the top of the list of most expensive buildings in the world. The total cost of its construction is $100 billion. It can accommodate up to four million people in both its outdoor and indoor praying areas. It covers 400,800 square meters. It surrounds the holy Ka’ba and is also home to black stone (Hajr e Aswad) and Maqam e Ibrahim (Ibrahim’s place of standing). It is a sacred place for Muslims and non-Muslims are not allowed to enter
Moroccan Mint Tea
Morocco is a country that is famous for its historical downtowns, traditional handicrafts, and herbal infusions. You can not call yourself a true tea-lover if you have never tried a properly steeped Moroccan tea. Ono Teas brings you the authentic taste of Moroccan Mint Tea which perfectly combines the rich culture of Morocco and freshness of mint. So, without further ado. Let’s explore the rich history and traditions of this herbal infusion. Moroccan Mint Tea We can attribute the history and origins of Moroccan tea to several sources because no one exactly knows…
Is It Sunnah To Marry A Divorced Woman? Know The Truth
Is it sunnah to marry a divorced woman? A lot of Muslim men often ask this question when they plan to marry a divorcee or a widowed woman. Well, here’s the truth- Marrying is considered sunnah and so is marrying a divorcee. It is also permissible even if the woman has children. In this article, we are going to look into this matter in detail. Is it Sunnah to Marry a Divorcee? If a person has married a divorced woman, he has not made a wrong decision. The Prophet (PBUH)…
Ronaldo’s traditional Ardah dance praised by Saudi fans
Portuguese star shows love, respect and appreciation for Saudi Arabia, say fans online Ardah was in 2015 added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List RIYADH: Cristiano Ronaldo endeared himself further to his fans in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as he celebrated scoring by performing the Ardah, one of the Kingdom’s most recognizable traditional dances. The Al-Nassr captain had a good night in front of goal, scoring two, and despite having a goal disallowed. When he slotted home the team’s second, the Portuguese international turned to the home supporters…
Dhul Hijjah crescent sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid Al-Adha on Wednesday June 28
The day of Arafah will be observed on Tuesday June 27 Eid Al-Adha will fall on Wednesday June 28 RIYADH: The crescent for the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah during which the annual Hajj pilgrimage takes place has been sighted, Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced on Sunday. This means that the pilgrimage, which all healthy and able Muslims are required to undertake once in a lifetime, will start on June 26 and the day of Arafah will fall on June 27. Those Muslims who are not performing the pilgrimage this…
No COVID-19 vaccination required for Saudi citizens to travel abroad
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia allowed citizens to travel outside the Kingdom without taking vaccination against coronavirus. “It was decided to allow citizens to travel outside the Kingdom without taking immunization against coronavirus,” an official source at the Ministry of Interior said on Thursday. “This is based on what the competent health authorities submitted regarding the stabilization of the epidemiological situation at the local and global level, thanks to God, and then to the unlimited support of the wise leadership,” the ministry said in a statement, adding that the competent authorities…
Saudi Arabia serving pilgrims with expanded Makkah Route scheme
Pilgrims from countries including Morocco, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkiye and Cote d’Ivoire have praised the Makkah Route initiative Launched in 2019 in Muslim-majority countries, the scheme allows Hajj pilgrims to fulfill all visa, customs and health requirements in one place JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia is continuing to serve pilgrims through the expanded Makkah Route initiative, which streamlines the travel and entry process for visitors in partner countries. Pilgrims from countries including Morocco, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkiye and Cote d’Ivoire have praised the Makkah Route initiative implemented in their countries.…