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National Anthem of Nepal

Posted by Mohammad Aamir on August 30, 2012

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Bribery: A Threat to Trust and Society

Posted by Mohammad Aamir on August 28, 2012

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The Virtue of Fasting Six Days of Shawwaal

Posted by Islam and Nepal on August 28, 2012

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Grave Consequences of Bad Manners

Posted by Islam and Nepal on August 28, 2012

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The Significance of Quranic Supplications (Duas)

1. Rabbana taqabbal minna innaka antas samee ul aleem Arabic Text: رَبَّنا تَقَبَّل مِنّا ۖ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ السَّميعُ العَليمُ Meaning: "O our Lord! accept (this service) from us, verily You (alone) are the Hearer, the Knower." Surah & Verse: Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 127 Importance and Context: This dua was recited by Prophets Abraham (Ibrahim) and Ishmael (Isma'il) as they were raising the foundations of the Kaaba, the House of Allah. It highlights the humility of prophets who, despite performing a monumental act of worship, still sought Allah's acceptance. The verse is seen as a reference in education, emphasizing the benefits of parental companionship in acts of goodness, where a father takes his son to places of virtue, fostering character, values, and shared good deeds. It underscores that true human development is not confined to the home but is enriched through shared experiences and spiritual endeavors. 2. Rabbana waijAAalna muslimayni lak...

A Critical Examination of the Alleged Conversion of Professor Maurice Bucaille and the Pharaoh's Mummy

The narrative circulating about Professor Maurice Bucaille's alleged conversion to Islam, purportedly triggered by his research on the mummy of Pharaoh and a specific Quranic verse, is a popular story within certain Islamic circles. However, a closer examination reveals significant discrepancies and unsubstantiated claims that warrant refutation. The story typically begins with the French government, under President François Mitterrand in 1981 , requesting the transfer of Pharaoh Merneptah's mummy from Egypt to France for scientific examination. The article provided states, "Upon arrival, a very royal attendants were there including the French president himself and all ministers who bowed in honor for the mummy." This depiction of President Mitterrand and his ministers "bowing in honor for the mummy" is highly improbable and lacks any credible historical evidence. French official protocol, and indeed general Western diplomatic customs, do not involve bowin...

Islamic Organizations in Nepal

Over the years several organizations were established only to disintegrate soon. The Nepali Muslims seem to be poor in organizing their community for their collective betterment. Millat-e- Islamia Nepal , founded 32 years ago with the objective of propagating the true teaching of Islam and creating awareness about Islamic values in Nepal, is functioning mainly in the capital Kathmandu. It organizes special classes for young people, children and ladies to impart Islamic knowledge to them. It is running the country's biggest Muslim library in Kathmandu. It also manages a clinic in the city at minimum charges for poor people. Islami Sangh Nepal, a da'wah-based organization, which was formed in 1985 is the best organized. It has its branches in most districts with sizeable Muslim population. In addition to calling people to the way of Islam it also addresses socioeconomic and educational problems of the community. Under the umbrella of Islami Sangh Al-Hira Educational Society ...

BURNING KATHMANDU & SHAMELESS GOVERNMENT

The date today is 16 Bhadra 2068 according to Nepali calender and 2 September 2011 according to Gregorian Calender. This Day 16 Bhadra,it was 1 September on that day, is known as Black Day In Nepal. All Masjid areas were burning in this day 7 years ago. The story goes like this: Wednesday September 1, 2004 16 Bhadra 2061 Protests broke out in Kathmandu on Wednesday over the killing of 12 Nepalese hostages by militants in Iraq with thousands of demonstrators setting a mosque on fire, vandalizing offices. Charging the government with not doing enough to secure the release of the hostages, the protesters stoned buildings and blocked traffic by burning tires on main roads. "We want revenge," the demonstrators shouted as they stormed the Jame Masjid, the biggest mosque in the country located in the centre of Kathmandu, and near the Narayanhity Royal Palace. Fire inside Kashmiri Jame Masjid Inside the Kashmiri mosque and Nepali Jame Masjid, ...

Islamic Golden Age: the intrepid traveler Ibn Battuta and the ingenious polymaths like Abbas Ibn Firnas and Al-Jazari (2)

Hajji Abu Abdullah Muhammad Ibn Battuta: The Sultan of Travelers Abū ʿAbdullāh Muḥammad ibn ʿAbdullāh ibn Muḥammad ibn Ibrāhīm al-Lawātī al-Ṭanjī (Arabic: أبو عبد الله محمد ابن عبد الله ابن محمد ابن ابراهيم اللواتي الطنجي ), more commonly known as Ibn Battuta , born on February 25, 1304 CE (703 AH) in Tangier, Morocco, and passing away in 1368 or 1369 CE (770 or 771 AH) in Fes, Morocco, was a Moroccan Berber Islamic scholar, jurist, and explorer. His life's work is immortalized in his travelogue, the Rihla (Arabic: الرحلة ), meaning "The Journey." This monumental account documents nearly three decades of his travels, covering an astonishing breadth of the medieval world and establishing him as one of history's greatest explorers. The Context of His Journeys: Ibn Battuta lived during a period of immense intellectual and commercial vibrancy in the Islamic world. The Abbasid Caliphate had fallen in Baghdad in 1258, but numerous powerful Islamic empires...

The Islamic Golden Age: A Foundation of Modern Innovation (1)

The Islamic world (8th-15th centuries CE) pioneered advancements that fundamentally shaped global civilization. Below is an enhanced analysis of key innovations, expanded with historical detail and authenticated sources: Coffee: From Sufi Rituals to Global Stimulant The discovery of coffee traces to 9th-century Ethiopia, where legend credits goatherd Kaldi with noticing his goats' vigor after consuming wild coffee berries. By the mid-15th century, Sufi monks in Yemen adopted coffee as an aid for nocturnal devotions. Controlled cultivation began in Yemen's port of Mocha, where beans were roasted, boiled, and traded as qahwa . Venetian merchants first imported coffee to Europe in 1615, but its popularization followed Ottoman diplomat Özdemir Pasha's introduction of coffee to Sultan Suleiman's court in 1543. London's first coffeehouse opened in 1652 by Pasqua Rosee, a Greek-Ottoman immigrant whose handbills promoted coffee as a remedy for "spleen, gout, and ...

7 Pathways to Deepen Your Relationship with the Qur'an

The Qur'an – A Divine Compass for the Heart The Qur'an, the holy book of Islam, is far more than a mere collection of texts; it is revered by over 1.9 billion Muslims worldwide as the literal word of God (Allah), revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) over 23 years. It stands as the ultimate source of knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual guidance, offering timeless principles for every aspect of human life, from personal conduct to societal justice. This divine scripture serves as a compass, providing comfort, purpose, and direction in the complexities of daily existence. It is understood as "Kalam Allah" (Divine Speech), a direct communication from the Creator, intended to enlighten the seeker of truth and bring humanity from darkness to light. The multifaceted nature of the Qur'an extends beyond its role as a sacred scripture; it functions as a dynamic, living guide. The repeated descriptions of the Qur'an as a "compass," "divine message," an...

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