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Why is Masjid Al Aqsa in Jerusalem so important to Muslims?

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Masjid Al Aqsa in Jerusalem is the third Holiest site on the face of this planet for Muslims. It’s sanctity is so important in Islam that it is in fact mentioned by name in the Quran. Below is a  list of its importance to Muslims around the world. It is the third Holiest site after the two Holy Sanctuaries in Makkah and Madinah. 2. It was the second house of prayer established on earth, built 40 years after the Kaaba in Mecca.) 3. It was the first Qibla (direction of…

Ramadan Day 7: Al Muhaymin

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Yesterday’s updates Ramadan Day 7 Al Muhaymin #Salma’s Blog #spirituality #spiritual writing #Reflective writing #meditation #ramadan2023, #“Resetting our Souls” Ramadan Day 7 : Resetting our Soul AL-MUHAYMIN (The Guardian) The Preserver of Safety & Overseeing Protector. * Allah is Al Muhaymin (ٱلْمُهَيْمِنُ), meaning the one who ensures well being and protection over His creation. * He is also the ever watchful. Nothing that can be hidden from Him, He is the knower of all the secrets we conceal. MENTIONS OF AL-MUHAYMIN: �FROM QURAN & HADITH * Arabic Root:From the root…

How Islamic customs complement local traditions during Ramadan across Saudi Arabia

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For centuries, Muslims across the world have shared common traditions during the holy month of Ramadan stemming from Islamic practices, such as breaking their daylight fast with dates, water or laban, as was the Prophet Muhammad’s custom. However, some local traditions, which are distinct to a particular nation or region, have found their way into the routines, feasts and celebrations that mark the holy month. Saudi Arabia, with its many diverse regions, is no different. Every year, in the ninth month of the Islamic Hijri calendar, the Kingdom’s 13 regions,…

Ramadan Day 6 : Resetting our Soul

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Dear Readers, since Salma Haya spiritual writing about Ramadan is enlightening our life, everyday Iqra News will be uploading her blog. You may like her Facebook account SALMA HAYA for more quotes. #Salma’s Blog #spirituality #spiritual writing #Reflective writing #meditation #ramadan2023, #“Resetting our Souls” Ramadan Day 6 : Resetting our Soul AL-MU’MIN MEANING: The Affirmer of Truth, The Guarantor, The Giver of Faith. The name of Allah سُبْحَٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَٰلَىٰ as Al-Mu’min (in Arabic: ٱلْمُؤْمِنُ) means The One who witnessed for Himself that no one is God but Him. And He…

Ramadan Day 5 : Resetting our Souls

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Another spiritual and reflective writing from Salma Haya. You may like her facebook page SALMA HAYA for more interactive posts. #Salma’s Blog #spirituality #spiritual writing #Reflective writing #meditation #ramadan2023, #“Resetting our Souls” Ramadan Day 5 : Resetting our Souls My reflective thoughts: Your time’s precious #Salma’s Blog #spirituality #spiritual writing #Reflective writing #meditation #ramadan2023, #“Resetting our Souls” Ramadan Day 5 : Resetting our Souls My reflective thoughts: Sometimes we’re having to make excuses unfortunately for annoying phone calls and just not pick up the calls! Dear Muslim Brothers and sisters…

Ramadan Day 4 : Resetting our Souls

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Salma Haya spiritual writing about Ramadan is becoming an inspiration. Here is what she has to say about the fourth day of Ramadan. You may like her page on Facebook SALMA HAYA for more knowledge. #Salma’s Blog #spirituality #spiritual writing #Reflective writing #meditation #ramadan2023, #“Resetting our Souls” Ramadan Day 4 : Resetting our Souls AL-QUDDUS (The Most Sacred / The Most Holy) AL-QUDDUS MEANING: * The one who is clear of any imperfection, weakness, or shortcoming. * Allah سُبْحَٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَٰلَىٰ is Al-Quddus (in Arabic: ٱلْقُدُّوسُ), meaning the most pure or…

Ramadan Day 3 Resetting our Souls

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Dear readers, here is what Salma Haya has to say on the day 3 of Ramadan. You may like her Facebook page Salma Haya to know more.  #Strong working women #Salma’s Blog #spirituality #spiritual writing #Reflective writing #meditation #ramadan2023, #“Resetting our Souls” Ramadan Day 3 Resetting our Souls Writing reflection: “ Give to others unexpectedly and God will give to you in multiples by putting a smile on someone’s soul” Since I moved to Mauritus I love buying fresh coconut water and coconut pulp. For the past 4 years I’ve…

Watermelon Muhabbat ka sharbat by Salma Haya

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Here is a new blog by Salma Haya; the famous Watermelon Mohabbat ka Sharbat. You can subscribe to her facebook page “Salma Haya” to see the full recipe. A famous Delhi street style drink made with Rooh Afza, milk, and watermelon. It’s the perfect drink for summertime and is ready in just 5 minutes! Mohabbat ka Sharbat is a famous drink, originally sold by Nawab Qureshi, near Jama Masjid in Delhi, India. The drink has become so popular that it’s also sold in Pakistan. Refreshing: Rooh Afza has cooling, refreshing…

Umrah

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Umrah is similar to Hajj but can be performed at any time. To maximize pilgrimages, believers often perform Umrah during the holy month of Ramadan. Unlike Hajj, Umrah rituals are shorter and simpler. Umrah requires Muslims to perform two key rituals, Tawaf and Sa’i. Tawaf is a circling round the Kaaba seven times. For men, it is recommended to do the first three circuits in a hurried pace, followed by four rounds of a more leisurely pace. This is followed by Sa’i between Safa and Marwah in the Great Mosque of Mecca, a walk to commemorate Hagar‘s search for water…