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Following up from part 1, we now continue our journey to prepare early for Ramadan 2012. At this point, we have – insha-Allah – about four months left until the whole (Muslim) world begins this most auspicious month. But if you’re taking up this Early Bird Challenge, you’re eager to get a head start on … More Ramadan 2012: The Early Bird Challenge part 2
Undoubtedly, Hajj is one of the greatest events in the life of a Muslim – and one filled with many lessons. From the struggles of raising the funds and getting the opportunity, to the patience that’s needed to endure the hardships of travel, and then to the incomparable spirituality felt during the five days of … More For the rest of your days
As part of the South African leg of the 2012 Israeli Apartheid Week, the film “Roadmap to Apartheid” is currently being screened in different parts of the country. The film explores, in detail, the apartheid comparison as it is used in the enduring Israel-Palestine conflict. As much a historical document of the rise and … More Apartheid Lives!
Once upon a time, for what felt like ages, marriage was the most important issue in my life. For years, I searched for that elusive partner – the mythical ‘soulmate’ who would ‘complete’ me, help me to grow personally, and provide for me the emotional bond I so desperately craved. And in those years, a … More Marriage and you (Yes, YOU)
“It is better to walk than curse the road.” African proverb
To fully benefit from a great opportunity, you need to prepare for it – and the more thorough the preparation the better. As Muslims, we have an annual event that serves as a tremendous opportunity to gather rewards and effect permanent, positive changes in our lives that will help us draw closer and closer to … More Ramadan 2012: The Early Bird Challenge
“When you have spoken the word, it reigns over you. When it is unspoken, you reign over it.” Arabian proverb
Previous parts: Introduction | Part 1 | Part 2 The Arabic term sabr is often translated as ‘patience’, ‘perseverance’, or ‘steadfastness’, and we all know its tremendous importance in Islam. When it comes to Hajj, many people tell you that you’ll need a lot of it – because you’ll inevitably face difficulties and trials, such … More Hajj Chronicles: Part3: Twelve bags of sabr
I’m sure most South African Muslims are aware of the Orion-MJC saga that started late last year, and has resurfaced this week with a documentary airing on e-tv. I didn’t see the program, so I’m not in a position to comment on it, but from what I have observed, many people are very emotional over … More Lessons from the Orion-MJC debacle
A few signs from my recent trip to the Middle East: Top left: A sign warning Hujaaj against begging. The English isn’t too great, but you get the message. Top right: A fast food place near the Haram in Makkah, catering for pilgrims not so well off (of which there were many). To give you … More Signs
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