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The Best Ten Days of the Year

By • Nov 17th, 2009 • Category: Deen, Hajj

The best 10 days of the year are fast approaching..these are nothing but the first 10 days of the Dhul-Hijjah

These are the most virtuous days of the year and we have to strive hard with more nafl prayers , fasting, zikr , quran recitation and sadaqa and other ibadah.Listen to the excellent lecture The Merits of the 10 Days of Thul Hujjah



Getting Ready for Hajj?

By • Oct 20th, 2009 • Category: Deen, Hajj

This is probably the most important component of Hajj. The correct mental readiness prepares one to undertake almost anything they may encounter during Hajj.

Where to start? To being, start with reading what Hajj is all about. Learn about the rites of Hajj and the correct Islamic ruling based on the Sunnah of the Prophet SAW. In the months before departing, your intensity level should be rising accordingly and your daily activities should reflect that.



Six days of fasting = 365 days?

By • Sep 19th, 2009 • Category: Deen

Fasting six days of Shawwaal after the obligatory fast of Ramadaan is Sunnah Mustahabbah, not waajib. It is recommended for the Muslim to fast six days of Shawwaal, and in this there is great virtue and an immense reward. Whoever fast…



Eid Etiquettes

By • Sep 19th, 2009 • Category: Deen

“Eid” is an Arabic word referring to something habitual, that returns and is repeated. Eids or festivals are symbols to be found in every nation, including those that are based on revealed scriptures and those that are idolatrous, as well as others, because celebrating festivals is something that is an instinctive part of human nature. All people like to have special occasions to celebrate, where they can come together and express their joy and happiness.



Extra extra! Have some extra… coffee?

By • Jun 19th, 2008 • Category: Health

Post by J Khan Recent studies have shown that drinking more coffee can lead to better health by reducing chances of heart disease, and thus, eventually, lead to a longer life. Especially in women, the studies showed up to a 25% lower chance of heart disease. Decaffeinated coffee has also produced similar results, which shows [...]