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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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…
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…
4 ways to bring Barakah to your business
1.Greet your customers with a smile Smiling is Sunnah and greeting our guests with السلام عليكم is mandatory for us. When you follow the sunnah and do what Allah has asked of you, Allah will be happy and your customer will get attracted to you. 2.Be thankful for what you have You need to thank Allah for what he has already blessed you with. For this very purpose recite ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّٰهِ several times. Allah gets happy when we are thankful for all his blessings. Allah ﷻ states in Quran: If you are grateful, I…
IMPORTANCE OF HELPING OTHERS IN ISLAM
There are almost 7 billion people that reside within this world, yet the irony is that we often feel incredibly alone and distant from other human beings. We have been conditioned to believe that all we need is Allah and nothing else. Yet, Allah gave us families, He gave us friends and He gave us colleagues. There is a deeper wisdom within these relationships. Each one is teaching us something about ourselves and our place in the world and their purpose within our lives. Every one of us will at…
Protection against Zina for Muslims
Despite the ugliness of Zina, a person is often attracted to it because of numerous temptations. These include the evil int he nafs of the soul of a man and the also the enticement of Satan. Thus, it is incumbent that the person should take all the necessary precautions for ensuring protection against the evil. The following article highlights the some of the Islamic means for protecting one soul against Zina. One should always invoke Allah by heart and tongue. This solely is the true source and the greatest protection against Satan. “Remember Allah frequently so that…