The month of Muharram marks the beginning of the Islamic new year. The Islamic/ Hijri calendar is based on the sighting of the Moon. Thus, it is only about 354 days long. I had planned on teaching my
Continue readingIn a consumerist society, it’s easy to get carried away, to want more of everything. It seems like almost everyday, there is a “sale” or promotion that is enticing us to buy more stuff.
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Continue readingFor the pilgrims who are in Makkah, the 9th of Dhul Hijjah marks the day of standing in the plains of Arafah from sunrise until sunset. For the one who witnesses this day, for him/her is forgiveness and
Continue readingAre you looking for a fun and innovative way to teach your children about Hajj? Whether you are going to hajj or planning on going in the nearby future, Hajj is something we all should make an effort to
Continue readingPraise be to Allaah Who has created Time and has made some times better than others, some months, days and nights better than others, when rewards are multiplied many times, as a mercy towards His slaves.
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