The evil eye (part 4)

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…

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…

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,…

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…

Sabr

Sabr (صَبْرٌ), is one of the two parts of faith (the other being shukr) in Islam. It teaches to remain spiritually steadfast and to keep doing good actions in the personal and collective domain, specifically when facing opposition or encountering problems, setbacks, or unexpected and unwanted results. It is patience in the face of all unexpected and unwanted outcomes. Imam ‘Ali (As) said, “The Messenger of Allah (SWT) said: ” Sabr is of three kinds” : Sabr at the time of affliction,  Sabr in regard to obedience, and Sabr in regard to dis­obedience…