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Back to School! 13 Aug 2013 | 03:24 pm
In many parts of the world, the next few weeks mark the beginning of a new school year. Young or old, this is an exciting time for many families. Tips for Muslim College Students Girls' Education i...
Eid Al-Fitr Begins 8 Aug 2013 | 02:55 am
It is confirmed that Thursday marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid Al-Fitr in most parts of the world. A few communities such as Oman will begin Eid on Friday. May Allah accept our fast a...
Finishing the Quran 7 Aug 2013 | 04:19 pm
Our community finished the Quran during our last taraweeh prayers last night, alhamdilillah. We praise Allah for blessing us with His guidance, and for allowing us to complete another fasting month. ...
One Night, Better Than 1000 Months 31 Jul 2013 | 06:00 pm
It is reported that the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said: "Whoever stays up (in prayer and remembrance of Allah) on the Night of Qadr, fully believing (in Allah's promise of reward) and hopin...
Paying Sadaqa Al-Fitr 31 Jul 2013 | 05:16 pm
Don't forget! Sadaqa Al-Fitr (also known as Zakatul-Fitr) is a small amount of food to be given in charity at the end of Ramadan, before the holiday (Eid) prayers. Unlike Zakat, which is calculated an...
When Will Eid Be? 31 Jul 2013 | 04:52 pm
Update on Eid Al-Fitr dates: The Fiqh Council of North America has confirmed that the Eid Al-Fitr holiday will be on Thursday, August 8, 2013 based on "scientifically guaranteed astronomical calculat...
Other Pillars of Islam 28 Jul 2013 | 11:04 pm
Fasting is one of the "five pillars" of Islam. We fast during Ramadan, one month each year. How do the other pillars "hold up" our faith at other times of year? ... Read Full Post
Reflection at Ramadan's Halfway Point 25 Jul 2013 | 08:16 am
It's hard to believe that Ramadan is already half over, subhanallah! How are you feeling? Do you feel connected to your faith in Allah? Are you using your time well? Have you fallen behind in your...
Staying Healthy in Ramadan 21 Jul 2013 | 01:33 am
We've been having a heat wave in many areas this summer, and some of us are fasting 17+ hours each day! Follow these tips to stay healthy and avoid dehydration and other ailments during Ramadan. May A...
Ramadan to Begin Tuesday/Wednesday 9 Jul 2013 | 12:08 am
Updated 9 July 2013, 6:30pm Makkah Time It has been announced that the hilal was not viewed tonight, and therefore the Islamic holy month of Ramadan will start on Wednesday, July 10th, in most countr...
