The most controversial issue circling around the Holy Prophet (saw) is the age of Ayesha (ra) at the time of her marriage with the Holy Prophet (saw). Detractors of Islam have blown this out of proportion and used it as
Monthly Archives: August 2010
Fasting
The Holy Quran tells us that fasting is nothing new. Allah prescribed it for all religions and it was being made mandatory for Muslims. Unlike other religions the purpose of fasting in Islam is to guard one’s self against evil
Ramadan Goes Hi-Tech
Ramadan apps lets believers browse the Qur’an and ensures they are facing Mecca at prayer time This is a great article from the Guardian showing the various ways Muslims can now find help during the month of Ramadan, especially those
The Myth of Sighting the New Moon with the Naked Eye
The above picture is the cover of a new book entitled “The Astronomical Calculations And Ramadan: A Fiqhi Discourse” by Dr Zulfiqar Ali Shah from Pakistan. On the back cover of this book it is stated: This book shatters the
Saudis’ Misunderstanding Jihad
This is an article on Jihad by someone in Saudi Arabia. This shows how confused Muslim are about this concept. Of Jihad. On the one hand this gentleman says: Without question, the greatest jihad is personal jihad. On the other,
Friday 13th August: Follow us live
Today we will be broadcasting live via ustream at 1.00pm (GMT) as usual, to watch our live prayers and speech and be a part of the virtual mosque click on the link below. If you miss the broadcast, then we
The Great Email Merry-go-Round
We often get chain emails from Muslims from around the world. They often fall into the category of silly. Reading some of the replies which often come back we are astounded at how many people actually believe these chain mails.
Dreams and Inspirations
May people are proud of the fact that they receive dreams and inspiration from Allah. Here Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad sahib explains that on the day of judgement it is our deeds that we will have to account for and
Remember Allah
Islam requires both faith and action. Therefore, people are required to say their ritual prayers as a matter of faith. So, when standing in prayers they remember Allah but this verse tells Muslims to remember him after they finish praying.
An Open Letter to the Press: Jihad is coming
Dear Sir, Please allow me to warn your readers about the impending declaration of jihad by Muslims on the 12th August 2010 at 4 a.m. At that time every able-bodied Muslim in the world is going to initiate open jihad

August 18, 2010
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