Sher Ali Khan (Pashto: شېر علي خان)(c. 1825 – February 21, 1879) was Amir of Afghanistan from 1863 to 1866 and from 1868 until his death in 1879. He was one of the sons of Dost Mohammed Khan,founder of the Barakzai Dynasty in Afghanistan. Sher Ali Khan initially seized power when his father died, but was quickly ousted by his older brother, Mohammad Afzal Khan. Internecine warfare followed… Read More »
Abbad bin bishr (رضي الله عنه – may Allah be pleased with him) was a companion who was known for his worship and knowledge. One day he stood up for prayer. While absorbed in recitation, a stranger stalked the outskirts of the valley in search of Muhammad ﷺ and his followers. From a distance, the man saw the figure of… Read More »
Shakyamuni (also known as Siddhartha Gautama) said, “Do not return anger with anger; instead, control your emotions. That is what is meant by diligence.” As you may have painfully discovered, anger can be detrimental to relationships. An angry partner’s negative attitude and behaviors can drain your energy, leave you feeling frustrated and unheard, and undermine not only your well-being but the health of… Read More »
To most Pakistanis and to those who have been associated with various Islamic political outfits in countries like Egypt, Indonesia, Syria and Malaysia, Abul Ala Maududi is to ‘Political Islam’ what Karl Marx was to Communism. Both western and South Asian historians have described him as one of the most powerful Islamic ideologues of the 20th century, whose… Read More »
Annis Whitworth’s father has died, leaving the white English teen and her aunt—her only living relative—penniless. What is a destitute lady of quality and intelligence to do? Serving as governess to small children will not do, nor will being a lady’s companion. And marriage is out of the question. While altering a dreadful pre-made mourning gown, Annis discovers… Read More »
Throughout your life, your sister is there, laughing with you during good times and supporting you through the bad times. She is the only other person who understands your crazy family and knows both your darkest secrets and your best qualities. From humorous to pensive, these quotes celebrate sisters. Funny Quotes for Sisters Does your sister share your… Read More »
Does your husband always seem like an angry person? Are his words and actions filled with negativity more than positive thoughts? Loving someone who is an angry person or dealing with constant anger issues and feelings of negativity can feel quite challenging. When that someone is your husband, the uncertainty and discomfort at not knowing what to do… Read More »
Professor Brand, played by Anne Hathaway in the sci-fi movie Interstellar, passionately urges Cooper, the pilot of the spaceship, played by Matthew McConaughey, to land on a particular planet because Edmund, the man she loves, was hibernating on that planet. The two protagonists are hurtling in space through a wormhole to find a planet suitable for human habitation.… Read More »
Do you immediately want to run away when your partner disagrees with you or makes a complaint? Do you feel like nothing ever gets resolved between you and your spouse? If so, you are not alone. Many people have problems with conflict and will avoid disagreements at all costs. Sandy felt like she could never get Jim to… Read More »
Even as the coronavirus cases continue to surge in India at an alarming rate (recording close to 90,000 new cases every passing day), people have gradually started stepping out to embrace the new normal. As businesses resume normal operations and markets begin to see a flurry of visitors, it is all the more likely to stumble across a… Read More »