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Coronavirus is not something to take lightly. The pandemic threatens our sense of safety, evokes strong emotions, and restricts our activities. But there are three reasons to avoid states of fear. Actions ≠ Outcomes: We panic because we can’t find supplies, but God loves submission. Submission is looking for ways to solve the problem, without […]
The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia and The Association of British Muslims (AOBM) are going to organise an official opening ceremony at the House of Commons on 4th November 2019 at 5pm-7pm to welcome a group of five Muslim scholars (Ulama) from West Java, Indonesia, who are visiting the United Kingdom. The Five scholars […]
Upon arrival in Larnaca, visitors can’t fail to notice the Larnaca Salt Lake. A flocking place for flamingos, this lake is not far from a palm grove, which surrounds an interesting landmark. Nestled on the shore of the lake is the Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque. What makes this place special is the person resting within […]
It’s a well-known fact that prominent historical figures like Ibn Batutta and Al-Masudi – both explorers and travel writers – entered India from different ports to discover that the land was vast and densely populated. They also recognised that the country was home to people from various backgrounds and religions, including those who were following […]
Ramadan Mubarak! The holiest month in the Islamic calendar, which sees Muslims undertake a 30-day fast starts in May. When did Ramadan Start? Although Ramadan is always on the same day of the Islamic calendar, its date on the Gregorian calendar varies from year to year. This year in the UK, Ramadan begins on the […]
Ramadan in 2018 will start on Wednesday, the 16th of May(16/5/2018) and will continue for 30 days until Thursday, the 14th of June. Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, which is a lunar calendar based on the cycles of the moon. Note that in the Muslim calendar, a holiday begins on the sunset of […]
