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Have you ever stopped for a moment to think about the massive financial gap that exists, globally, between the “haves” and the “have-nots”? Learning to Keep a Gratitude Journal While many people are born into wealthy families, many others are not. Yet, they are born into a world of privilege. This means that even though their parents were not wealthy, they still are born into a society that gives them certain privileges based on race and often religion. The downside is that the world of the privileged is often an exclusive club that denies minorities and anyone else who does not fit into a societal ‘mold’ even the most basic of human rights. Education is one such right that holds people back and prevents the earning of a stable income. According to recent research, there are over 1 billion destitute people around the world that survive on only $1 per day and over half of the global population survives on less than $10 a day. Revealed more than 1,400 years ago, the Noble ...

What do you know about coffe e? Do you know that Muslims were the first people to consume coffee? Well, click this video to find out this and more from Dr. Safiyyah Ally as she discusses how Muslims popularised coffee for the first 200 years of its existence, spreading from Yemen, Macca, etc. Read Also: 5 Muslim Inventions that Changed the World The post How Muslims Popularised Coffee – Dr Safiyyah Ally appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/how-muslims-popularised-coffee-dr-safiyyah-ally/

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had a diverse and interesting way of teaching people, which is part of what made him a role model and shinning example So what are the teaching practices and methods of the Prophet, and what can we learn from them? Click to find out from this video. Read Also: How Prophet Muhammad Corrected Mistakes (7 Strategies) The post The Prophet’s (PBUH) Teaching Methods! appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/the-prophets-pbuh-teaching-methods/

Man is the main cause of disrupting the natural balance of the universe Muslims have made significant contributions to various scientific fields, including biology and astronomy. The Qur’an emphasizes the importance of symmetry in nature, which can be observed in the beauty of the universe. According to scientists and philosophers, man is considered the major factor in disturbing the natural balance of the universe. Man interferes intentionally or unintentionally in the earth’s ecosystems by impairing its perfect order and precise sequence. But it seems that man has cut off his nose to spite his face and he now is the victim. Grave dangers are manifested in pollution of the air, water, soil, outer space and others, as well as the irrational exploitation of the environment’s resources, and inconsistent distribution of human settlements. Read Also: An Eye on Climate Change All these factors have led to different problems, all of which are marked by a disturbance to the earth’...

Whether it’s how to be a good Muslim, how you look, or how to approach your studies, everyone is telling you what to do. But they give it a different name: “friendly advice” is what they claim to be giving. Even if these advisers mean well, their approach can be annoying and even upsetting to listen to. We Can Help... Check Our Life Coaching Services Maybe you’re the person giving advice to those around you, maybe you can see things around you that are wrong and feel it is your duty to say something. If your intention is to genuinely help the person and not feed your own ego, then pay attention to what the Islamic etiquette is for giving advice. Keep it Courteous When giving advice, the motive should be love for the person you are advising, you should hate for anything bad to happen to them. Most Muslims set out on their “advice missions” because they feel they have a duty to do so. But when this is their motivation, mercy and compassion take a back seat, and people...

Allah bears witness that none has the right to be worshiped but He, and the angels, and those having knowledge (also give this witness); (He is always) maintaining His creation in Justice. (Quran 3:18 ) It is deduced from this verse that the real knowledgeable man is the one who bears witness of Allah’s Justice, but the one who transmits some of what he has read is considered a transmitter, not a knowledgeable man. If this man narrates to someone what he has found in some books without thinking deeply about these pieces of information, he may make the listener have contradictory ideas about some religious issues. As a result, the listener may believe that Allah’s Justice is different from ours, but he may start thinking that man in fact does not have the free will, and all his actions and deeds are imposed upon him. These words are not the words of the knowledgeable, but the ones of the transmitter. He transmits both the facts and false ideas he has read, so he will be punishe...

In this video, Mufti Menk enlightens us on the character of a true believer in the face of hardships and also the importance of us being patient and getting close to Allah (SWT). Read Also: How Trusting God Relieves Sadness and Worry The post Don’t Be Sad: Get Close To Allah (SWT) appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/dont-be-sad-get-close-to-allah-swt/

Part 1 | Part 2 Mistakes are the consequences of life and being human. They help us repent, learn and grow wiser. Mistakes can be catalysts of self-improvement and reminders of our imperfections. Still, we tend to interpret mistakes more as disaster than opportunity. Prophet Muhammad, the Messenger of God and the most brilliant educator of humanity, approached mistakes not as cause for shame, but as teachable moments. Even though the Prophet taught his companions to strive for excellence and conquer their flaws, mistakes were inevitably made, some minor and some very serious. Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) corrected people’s missteps with gentleness, empathy, and creativity. He used mistakes as opportunities to empower people, not break them. Studying Prophet Muhammad’s example gives us insight on how to help people in their moments of error. In this part we discuss four lessons that highlight some aspects of how Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon h...

The theme for this year is “Celebrating Muslim Women in the Arts & Sciences.”  The event aims to recognize and honor Muslim women’s contributions to society and inspire and empower Muslim youth. As October approaches, Canadian Muslims prepare for Islamic Heritage Month with events to celebrate and educate about the rich Muslim heritage and contributions to society. Islamic History Month Canada: Sharing & Healing “Islamic History Month Canada believes that through education and sharing positive stories, all Canadians can grow and connect in the best way possible,” a statement on the event’s  website  said. “In 2007, IHMC was graciously proclaimed by the honorable and departed Mauril Belanger, MP, for Ottawa-Vanier. “Since then, IHMC has been proclaimed in provinces and municipalities across Canada, and community members and organizations have hosted countless events every year, bringing communities together to share and learn from one another.” ...

I was born in a German Christian family during the most ferocious part of WWII, in Berlin, in 1943. My family moved first to Spain, during the same year, and later, in 1948, to Argentina. There I stayed for 15 years. I attended my grade and high school at the Roman Catholic “La Salle” school, in Cordoba, Argentina. As was to be expected, very soon I became a fervent Catholic. I was lectured daily for over an hour on Catholic religion and I often attended religious services. At twelve, my dream was to become a Roman Catholic priest. I was completely committed to the Christian faith. God observed my folly, and one memorable day, nearly seven years ago, He permitted that a copy of the Spanish translation of the Noble Quran should reach my hands. My father did not object to my reading it, as he supposed that it would only contribute to give me a broader background, and nothing else. He was far from guessing the effect the words of God were going to exert on my mind. As I opened the No...

These days, many teenagers are directly or indirectly involved in teenage love. But as parents, what solution can we offer to help our children in such situations? Check out this video as Shekih Yasir Qadhi explains what he called “the simple solution” to teenage love. Read Also: Teenage Love: I Want to Marry Her When I Get Older The post Sheikh Yasir Qhady: Simple Solution to Teenage Love appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/the-simple-solution-to-teenage-love/

As a white British kid, born and raised in Bradford, Elora Kirk has always had Muslim neighbors and friends. Kirk, 23, said those Muslim neighbors were always friendly and generous and shared food with her family, especially during Ramadan and Eid. Read Also: Remembering Togetherness on Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday “I am born and raised in Bradford. The school I went to was in a ‘white’ area, but as long as I can remember, we have always had Muslim neighbors, and it has been great. You learn so much about different cultures and religions,” she told  The Mirror . “Our Muslim neighbors are very generous, always sending over food, especially on special occasions, like Eid and during Ramadan. Elora Kirk “Obviously they have certain rules about their faith, but that doesn’t stop them from being friendly.” Elora said Bradford has the largest youth population in Europe, adding: “Maybe it’s easier for young people to mix. We don’t have prejudices, maybe.” Her comments were ...

Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), was a pioneer in emphasizing the importance of caring for the elderly irrespective of sex, color, or religion. He himself set a great example in practicing the principles he taught. This article highlights Islamic teachings related to treating the elderly, and gives glimpses of how the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) put them in effect. A Duty of the Young Anas ibnMalik (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “ If a young man honors an elderly on account of his age, Allah appoints someone to honor him in his old age. ” (At-Tirmidhi; ranked hasan by Al-Albani) The Prophet here advises the young of the Muslim society, who will be tomorrow’s elderly, to honor the elderly. Continuous application of this Prophetic advice helps bridge the gap between generations and spreads an atmosphere of love and understanding between the young and the old. Consider here also the...

The mosques will educate the community on road safety through various activities and outreach efforts. The campaign is in response to a series of deaths and serious injuries on the streets of the region. Mosques across the West Midlands have joined a campaign to stop reckless driving in Birmingham following an alarming series of deaths and serious injuries on the streets of the region. Green Lane Mosque in Small Heath was among these mosques after four people, including two children, were killed in a month in different collisions in June, one while using a pedestrian crossing, Birmingham Mail reported. Read Also: Birmingham Mosques Urge Muslims to Donate Plasma, Save Lives The mosques backed the Better Streets for Birmingham campaign, the Safe Streets Now campaign organized by other community groups, and a safer road campaign launched by West Midlands Mayor Andy Street. “Sadly this year, Birmingham saw an increase in reckless driving, with a direct impact on local mosques an...

To know anyone, you have to know those closest to them—those who shaped them, taught them, inspired them, and cared for them. In this way, to know the Prophet (PBUH) , you have to know who the people around him were. To be sure, he was supremely influential. Seerah Of The Prophet (SAW) - The Birth Of Prophet Muhammad And Why Arabia He shaped the lives of his companions in incredible ways. His legacy is still shaping our lives today. But like any other human being, he was also influenced by others. Thankfully, Allah (SWT) surrounded the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) with many amazing people, including some very strong women . Here is a very brief look at some of the great qualities these women possessed: Barakah- The Mother Barakah (may Allah be pleased with her- RA), was a servant in the family of Muhammad (PBUH) long before Muhammad was even born. She looked after the affairs of her mother and father with great devotion and commitment. Once, Barakah (RA) narrated what M...

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) embodied all the positive personality traits that can garner success for an individual in any area of the contemporary world. Whatever advantage we can hope to acquire along our journey of self-actualization, by availing life coaching sessions, reading self-help books, attending grooming classes, or finishing schools- advantages in terms of personal finesse, class, posh manners, polish, personality grooming, or self-confidence, one can actually get all that – and more – just by studying and adopting Prophet Muhammad’s manners, conduct, ways of dealing with others, and social etiquette. As his wife Aisha, daughter of Abu Bakr eulogized: “The Prophet’s conduct and manners was the Quran.” (Muslim) The question that arises then, is what praiseworthy traits does the Quran extol, which were embodied by Prophet Muhammad? There are too many to innumerate in one article. However, a very interesting concept that the Quran encourages its believers and...