Curiosity is usually regarded as a virtue, since it widens our horizons and develops our capacities.However, our natural romantic curiosity is contrary to the natural need to deepen a romantic connection. Distinguishing between two types of romantic curiosity may solve this enigma.Curiosity is defined as a strong desire to learn or know more about something. The desire to learn and… Read More »
Zināʾ (زِنَاء) or zina (زِنًى or زِنًا) is an Islamic legal term referring to unlawful sexual intercourse.According to traditional jurisprudence, zina can include adultery (of married parties), fornication (of unmarried parties), prostitution,rape,sodom homosexualityincest,and bestiality. Although classification of homosexual intercourse as zina differs according to legal school,the majority apply the rules of zinā to homosexuality, mostly male homosexuality.The Quran disapproved of the promiscuity prevailing in Arabia at the time, and several verses refer to unlawful… Read More »
Nikah is not only an agreement between two people. It has social and familial results.The traditions and the rules of the society play a role on the marriage.Therefore, no nikah can be performed secretly.Islamic and civil marriages are not two distinct concepts. Civil marriage is performed under the supervision of civil authorities. Islamic marriage similarly requires supervision, and… Read More »
There once was a small silver factory in a city called Kathmandu, the Nepali capital. Our story begins in the year 2005. During that year the factory offered jobs to twenty outstanding silver smiths, who created the most amazing jewelry. Dambar, the owner of the factory, was looking for more customers to buy his stunning products. More customers… Read More »
There once was a small silver factory in a city called Kathmandu, the Nepali capital. Our story begins in the year 2005. During that year the factory offered jobs to twenty outstanding silver smiths, who created the most amazing jewelry. Dambar, the owner of the factory, was looking for more customers to buy his stunning products. More customers… Read More »
The Latin roots vis and its variant vid both mean “see.” “See” how well you can mentally visualize these roots with the provided podcast!Let’s begin with the root vis, which means “see.” Your vision, of course, is your ability to “see.” A visual representation of something, like a picture, is something which you can “see.” Anything that is visible can be “seen,” whereas no one could ever… Read More »
There once was a small silver factory in a city called Kathmandu, the Nepali capital. Our story begins in the year 2005. During that year the factory offered jobs to twenty outstanding silver smiths, who created the most amazing jewelry. Dambar, the owner of the factory, was looking for more customers to buy his stunning products. More customers… Read More »
How badly do you want smoother, fresher-smelling feet? For the promise of glowing, baby-soft footsies, would you place them into a cool basin of pint-sized, flesh-eating fish?Though not a new phenomenon, the “fish pedicure” is a growing trend in the spa world.Patrons place their feet in water tubs containing carp-like fish called Garra rufa (or “doctor fish”), which are native to… Read More »
“My mother-in-law once told me not to make the mistake of prioritizing parents over spouses. Don’t start a tradition where it is expected that you see your parents every weekend because it takes away from the important quality time and traditions you’re trying to build with your own nuclear family. It stuck with me.” — June Tobin. Spend more quality… Read More »
There once was a small silver factory in a city called Kathmandu, the Nepali capital. Our story begins in the year 2005. During that year the factory offered jobs to twenty outstanding silver smiths, who created the most amazing jewelry. Dambar, the owner of the factory, was looking for more customers to buy his stunning products. More customers… Read More »