It is critical for a child’s growth to instill a love of reading at a young age, not to mention how enjoyable it is! Stories for kids can teach them a lot about life, the world, and themselves. Stories for kids with morals and exciting characters have numerous advantages and provide bonding opportunities. Here are some ELA games to educate… Read More »
Associate Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies, The University of Michigan A lecture presented on Friday 24 November 2000 at the Islamic Council of New South Wales Hall in Sydney, organised by the Federation of Australian Muslim Students and Youth (FAMSY). Reprinted from SALAM Magazine http://www.famsy.com/salam In the Name of Allah, The Beneficent, The Merciful. Peace be upon you, and The… Read More »
The High Court Division’s recent suo motu order directing the government to ensure that no woman is forced to wear burqa at the educational institutions and offices, and the subsequent circular of the Ministry of Education with a similar directive have brought forth yet again the religious dogmatism which often tends to violate the human rights of the women. Instructions in the… Read More »
Stay awake and listen to the museebah (tragedies) of Imam Husayn (peace be upon him), his family and his companions. The reward of spending this whole night with acts of worship, as per narrations is that one who does so shall be considered having worshipped Almighty Allah with the worship of all the angels. The acts of worship… Read More »
Just over 50 years of the death of Muhammad (the last Prophet of Islam), the Muslim rulership was sliding into corruption under the tyrant Yazid, from the Ummayad family. Hussain the son of Ali and the grandson of Muhammad took a stand against Yazid’s evil rule. Whilst Yazid was feared and hated for his ruthlessness, Hussain was loved… Read More »
I think there are many women who would consider their love of their husband equal to that of their children, but in an “apples and oranges” way – different types of love, so much so they can’t be compared. That said, yes, it’s frequent for women to love their children more than their partner. It’s also common (and… Read More »
I loved this picture when it was first taken five years ago. Looking at it now, this picture reminds me of a moment in our marriage I try not to think about. Five years ago, Joseph retired from Federal Express. After 20 years as a Fed Ex courier, he was leaving to enter the New York Court Officer… Read More »
Suffering from headaches, your mother might have recommended disprin. Disprin is a commonly used pain killer which contains Aspirin. It is often recommended if one is suffering from muscle or joint pain, toothache as well as menstrual pain. Several general physicians might also prescribe this medication for fever, sore throat, cold, and cough. Aspirin which is a common component… Read More »
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends that men 19 and older consume 3.7 liters of water per day (15.5 cups) and women 19 and older consume 2.7 liters per day (11.5 cups). But can drinking cold water have a negative impact on your health? Some people believe that drinking cold water is a bad habit that can… Read More »
There are many preconceived notions when it comes to a woman’s role in the home. It isn’t difficult to find two very polar opposite views in regards to the definition of a housewife and mother. The polar opposites can be quite deafening and the progression of this role, in modern society, has created a level of insecurity, but… Read More »