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All you need to do is…Nothing! – Islam

December 14th, 2012
by Sufia

tumblr m3yjhjG09P1qfpzzl All you need to do is...Nothing! Islam

Unity of the Muslim Ummah is no important, it cannot be emphasised enough. Likewise disunity amongst the Ummah can be disastrous.

Allah the Most wise, say: “And hold fast, all together, by the rope of Allah, and be not divided among yourselves…” (Quran-3:103) While we are living and enjoying the comforts and luxuries of this world, our brothers and sister are suffering and being oppressed all around us. Has it become such that we have become immune and insensitive to such afflictions and find it so hard to assist the Ummah let alone shed even one tear.

Have we fogotten the Hadith of Rasullullah (saw) “The Muslim Ummah is like one body. If the eye is in pain then the whole body is in pain and if the head is in pain then then body is in pain”

The enemies of Islam are attempting to destroy this Ummah, piece by piece and for this to happen all we got to do is…….Nothing! 18

Once upon a time three bulls lived in the forest. One white, one brown and one black. They were brothers and lived together in harnony. In that forest also lived a lion that had his eye on the bulls. But every time he attacked one of them the others came to his aid and together they drove the lion away.

The lion decided that he needed to change his strategy. So one day when the Black Bull was away, he went to the other two and said, “You know, the Black Bull is black and dirty and evil.

Why do you keep him with you? His is a disgrace to you. You are beautiful and noble. If the Black Bull is no loger there, you will have all the grazing to yourself. He takes away your food and adds no value to you” The two bulls listened to the lion’s spiel and said, “Well, you know, he is our brother. What can we do?”

“You need to do nothing at all,” said the lion. “I am your friend. I will do what needs to be done. Just don’t come to the aid of the black bull when he calls you” The others agreed.

The next day, they heardthe voice of the black bull calling for help in anguish and fear. They listened to him and went back to their grazing.Gradually the calls stopped. The two brothers could not look each other in the eye but thin, nice green grass wipes away memories and after a little while it was as if the black bull never existed. Then one day the lion came to the White bull when he was alone and said, “So are you happy with the advice I gave you? Don’t advise you well? Now here is another advice.

You are the real king of the forest. you are white and clean, pure, holy and beautiful. You are wise and good. You deserve to live in splitary splendour like a king. Not some dirty brown trash who you have to share your food with. Why do you need him? He is a liability and an embrassment to you.”

“Well, what should I do?” “You know the score. Nothing at all. I am there to take care of everything for you. Just relax.”

Next day, White bull heard the dying screams of the Brown bull and closed his ears and went back to his grazing.

The white bull lived for a few days all by himself, grazing where he wanted and drinking from the clean streams of the forest. Then one morning the lion came again. From the look in eyes, the white bull knew that this visit was different. All his life flashed before his eyes.

He recalled the time when the three brothers stood together, shoulder to shoulder. Then he recalled all the incidents since then. As the lion sat before him, not in any hurry, knowing that the result was pre-determined, the white bull said to him, “I have one last wish. Will you grant it to me?

“Anything at all my friend” , said the lion. The white bull then climbed a hill and when he got to the top of it, he called out to the people of the forest, “O! People, I do not die today. I died the day black bull died.” So dear brothers and sisiters in Islam pay heed to the above story for in it lies a deep and important lesson for the Ummah. In Unity there is strength!

Let us be firm on the Quran and Sunnah and be not divided amongst ourselves. when a fellow Muslim person or country is being attacked by the enemies of Islam, be sure to be of some help and not to just sit back and do. . . NOTHING!

Allah Taala says: “O belivers, if you help Allah’s cause, He will help you an make your feet firm (Against your enemies) and those who disbelieved woe unto them and their actions are in vain.” (Quran-47:7,8)

What Does Islam Say About Extra Marital Affairs?

 What Does Islam Say About Extra Marital Affairs?Islam is a religion of peace and harmony not only that Islam teaches us the lesson of being truthful and clears in all the matters of our life. If parents remain true to each other kids will automatically learn this lesson and will not lie or deceive their parents, siblings or friends. This is what Islam asks for us to be in every relationship. Islam teaches us to be true by all means this is the key to have peace and harmony and most importantly trust and respect in all of relationships.

Husband, wife relation is the most sensitive yet beautiful relationship one can have on this earth. Loving and being loved is one of the most beautiful desires a human being has. One can have a smooth can calm married life if he/she follows all the teachings of Islam and fulfills all the obligations on him/her. Respect is also another important pillar in making your marital life a lot more peaceful and harmonized. More you respect your partner more you will be respected in return. Trust is another main thing in making or breaking a relation. In married life if husband does not trust his wife or wife does not respect her husband it can eventually result in a disaster.

When any of these is missing in relationship things start getting bad leading to worst situation. Same is the case in married life there are many factors that can ruin your married life. Some of the illegal actions committed by any of them weather husband or wife it can result in separation or ultimately divorce.

One of the biggest things leading to end of marriage is to deceive your partner. This is done in a variety of ways. A woman or a man who loves her/his partner to the bottom of his/her heart when finds him or her partner cheating on her or him for anyone else results in hatred, arguments and many times to divorce. Islam does not favor any kind of extramarital affairs leading to adultery. There are clear instructions by

ALLAH in Quran the Holy book of Muslims also his messenger Holy Prophet S.A.W also forbade Muslim men and women of committing adultery or having interest in other men or women other than their husbands or wives.

Some of the laws and regulations mentioned in Quran are as follows:

  • The unrestricted mingling of the sexes, which ultimately leads to adultery, must be prevented.
  • Men and women are not to converse freely except in the presence of another person.
  • Unless they have become mates through the institution of marriage, men and women are not to gaze at each other with lewd passion.
  • They are not to speak, or flirt, in a manner that evokes lust.

At first Islam provides an open permission for the fulfillment of all the desires through the recourse of legal procedure.  Despite of all this, those who do not follow Islamic lessons not only destroy the fabric of Islamic society and also the family. Islam prescribes severe punishments to those who do not adhere to the Islamic rules and regulation.

Are Islamic channels portraying true image of Islam?

November 1st, 2012
by Sufia

Media has always been an integral part of our lives. It is not only a source of information, entertainment but also we can learn a lot about a number of things in and about our lives. In old times radio was one of the biggest sources of information and entertainment as well. However, as the time passed by with the invention of television their attention slithered towards this masterpiece. Gradually, with the arrival of new channels people’s attention moved to television and thus became an important part of our lives.
 Are Islamic channels portraying true image of Islam?

In the present age there are numbers of channels for all age groups. There are channels for ladies, for kids, news channels, historical channels, science and tech related channels, regional channels, food and cooking channels, religious channels and much more. There is a controversy about some of the religious channels especially Islamic channels that they are not portraying true face of Islam to the world.

After 9/11 majority of the world got a negative image of Muslims and unfortunately Islam being a religion of peace was considered to be a religion in favor of terrorism and extremism and thus electronic media started portraying Muslims as terrorists. A wave of hatred all across the world degraded Muslims as a whole. This was the time when Islamic world need to respond especially Islamic channels needed to tell the whole world about the teachings of Islam.

But unfortunately many of the Islamic channels not all, already being involved in creating a negative image of Islam since they are a result of dirty politics and are backed by many anti Islamic unions and countries like Israel  and America and many more. Apart from that there are many channels who are so called Islamic channels but sadly they are not delivering the actual lessons of Islam in Asia and some of them are telecasted all over the globe. Only few of the Islamic channels are unbiased and are trying to tell the whole world that Islam does not favor terrorism and extremist activities at all. It a religion of peace and brotherhood and favors harmony in the whole world.

Many of the Islamic channels are considered valuable for those who want to learn about the teachings of Islam whether they are Muslims or non Muslims. Different informative programs being telecasted are helping a huge number of people to wipe out their doubts and uncertainties about Islam. Different scholars are playing a vital role in helping people to solve their problems in the light of Islam with Quranic and Hadith references. Thus making their statements authentic for them.

Thus if there are some channels giving a picture of Islam to the whole world then on the other hand there are many who are a helping hand and playing their part for Islam to regain its glory and respect as a religion and Muslims as believers of Islam which they lost due to several reasons.

Islamic Channels

 

al hiwar Are Islamic channels portraying true image of Islam?
Al Hiwar
Al-Hiwar is an Arabic language Satellite TV Channel broadcasting from London. AlHiwar (means Dialogue in Arabic) was set..
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Al Jazeera Documentary
Al Jazeera Documentary Channel is an Arabic language documentary channel and a branch of the Al Jazeera network. It aims..
al majidspace Are Islamic channels portraying true image of Islam?
Al Majd
Al Majd channel broadcasts religious and family related programs in Arabic. The Al Majd TV Network is a group of general..
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Al Majd Holy Quran
Al Majd Holy Quran channel is the first Quranic channel that officially started broadcasting on August 16th, 2004. Al ma..
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Al Nas
Al Nas is a social, cultural channel of a religious nature. Working to spread cultural awareness and knowledge among the..
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Al Quran al Kareem
Al Quran al Kareem TV broadcasts live transmission from Al Haram in Makkah while viewers are able to hear recitations of..
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Al Resalah
Al-Resalah is an Arabic language satellite television channel to present true Islam. The target audience is Arab, young ..
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Al Sunnah Al Nabawiyah
Al Sunnah Al Nabawiyah TV broadcasts live transmission from Al Haram in Madina while viewers are able to hear recitation..
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Cordoba TV
Islamic Lectures and discussion live from Spain.
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Guide US TV
Guide US TV – First all-English 24 hour channel for real Islam in America. All across the U.S.A. and Canada. Live sho..
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Huda TV
Huda TV is not a religious channel as religion is defined in the west; rather it is a window allowing viewers a glimpse ..
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Iqra TV
Iqra TV (literally recite in Arabic) is a television channel owned by Arab Media Corporation. The channel promotes itsel..
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Iqra UK
IQRA UK TV aims to be the premier broadcaster of quality Islamic and educational programming to better inform and improv..
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Islam Channel
Islam Channel is a UK based satellite channel. It is free to air English channel focused on Islamic programs. Islam Chan..
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Learn Arabic Grammar TV
Learn Arabic Grammar in Urdu Language. A specific video which is providing the complete knowledge about Arabic grammar t..
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Learn Quranic Arabic TV
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Madani Channel
Madani Channel or Madani Channel (Urdu) is a non-commercial TV channel started by Dawat-e-Islami, which broadcasts Islam..
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Noor TV
Noor TV provides quality television programmes for the 12 Million Muslims across Europe. The programmes are all inclusiv..
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Peace TV
Peace TV is an Islamic Satellite television network, which broadcasts globally 24/7 from Mumbai, India. Peace TV program..
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Peace TV Urdu
Peace TV is an Islamic Satellite television network, which is broadcast globally 24/7 from Mumbai India. In Urdu languag..
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Prophets of Islam
This channel shows 24/7 different documentaries about Prophets of Islam. There is list of some specific documentaries on..
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QTV
Quran TV is a Pakistani television channel with a religious focus, producing programs mainly focusing on the Ahle Sunnat..
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Quran Urdu TV
Quran Urdu TV is one of the Pakistani Islamic channels which is only dedicated to Quran recitation. This channel is well..
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Saudi TV1
Saudi Arabia TV 1 is an official television station of the Saudi Government. Saudi 1 was established by the late King Fa..
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Saudi TV2
Saudi TV2 is the English news and entertainment TV channel of Saudi Arabia. Established in 1982, the channel produces pr..
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Sharjah TV
Sharjah TV broadcast programs in different languages mainly related to religion and spirituality. The main aims of Sharj..
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SN TV
New Somali Channel
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Somali Channel
The Somali Channel is a TV channel from Somalia. Somali Channel broadcasts its programs in somali language.
tafseertv web Are Islamic channels portraying true image of Islam?
Tafseer TV
Tune into Tafseer TV to gain knowledge about Quran Al-Kareem.
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Tanzeem TV English
To provide his moral and spiritual fulfillment and salvation are the main objective of Deen, and the proposed collectivi..
tanzeem Are Islamic channels portraying true image of Islam?
Tanzeem TV Urdu
Tanzeem channel Urdu provides his moral and spiritual fulfillment and salvation are the main objective of Deen, and the ..
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Taraweeh TV
This channel shows up taraweeh prayer. You can watch Live Taraweeh from Khana Kaba in the month of Ramadan. Its total Is..
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Ummah Channel
Ummah Channel is a new dimension of islamic television channel for all Muslims integrating an Islamic way of living with..
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Universal TV
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Difference between Information and Disinformation in the Light of Islamic Preaching

October 10th, 2012
by Sufia

Disinformation is widespread and has become the topic of the people’s meetings to express their misgivings, jealousy and anger. Those who are indulging in disinformation campaign are oblivious about the fact as they are merely harming themselves. Because on the Resurrection day both wronged and wrongdoer will stand in front of God who will reward his good deeds to the person against whom he dispersed disinformation. Many times we have some information about our business dealings. It is permitted to us to deliver the information to the concerned person. But it is not permitted to hide some important information from that person and include something on your own, this comes under disinformation.

islamic studies information Difference between Information and Disinformation in the Light of Islamic Preaching

Islam teaches that if the people are being involved in dispersing disinformation in your presence, you ought to defend it. If you neglect the same you will deprive yourself from mercy and help of God. Islam grants the freedom for the expression but with some restrictions and limitations for the purpose of safety and dignity of the individuals. Everyone can enjoy this freedom but within the limit of true information and disallowed the disinformation where this freedom becomes exploitation. The purpose of these limitations and checks is to secure the human freedom but not to deprive him of his rights. For the prevention of exploitation of human, such limits on the freedom of individuals have been placed to eradicate the elements that cause uncertainties and insecurities among the people.

Generally, you should have to follow the determinations and decisions of the Holy prophet (PBUH) who delivered the great message for humanity to not to believe or follow the things except those that are revealed to you. Disinformation is the evil process of today’s modern world that is exercised by the followers of Iblees or satin through which they take advantage for their wrongdoings.

Many anti Islamic groups have been running the disinformation campaign with the name of information for the sake of their revenges. The need is existed to clarify these disinformation campaigns by presenting the facts. The facts that are written in Holy Quran but it is necessary for you to take full information about Islam. In Islam all human beings have equal social rights and no one is superior to another on the basis of background, status, profession or cast. Superiority only deserves to those who are better in character and aptitude. These teachings of Islam clearly indicate that there is no permission for anyone to disperse disinformation in the name of information about anyone who is deprived in status. These fundamental teachings of Islam are now the basis of the modern world human rights criteria and deal with the law named as the law of defamation.

How & Why Terrorism Spread – Identify the Real Cause

October 10th, 2012
by Sufia

Commonly Europeans and Americans believe that they are civilized and good protectors of the rights of human-beings and it is impossible for their people to get involved in the terrorism. This self assumption completely controls their thoughts and on any terrorist activity they assume that the same is done by outsiders. Just like in the case of Oklahoma they suspect that the Muslims are behind this terrorist activity. Their leaders start the campaign against Muslims and this malaise remained till the real culprits got arrested. Nobody believes, he is purely native white American who has taken part in the operation of Iraq and killed thousands of Iraqi civilians.

terrorists How & Why Terrorism Spread – Identify the Real Cause

This is the example case that is necessary to keep in mind to understand the root cause of terrorism. It is not caused by Muslims but it is the reaction of something else. Actually terrorism is a very complex phenomenon and for fighting, comprehensive approach is primarily required. Its suppression and condemnation is essential. But it is not enough to achieve complete success. Prevention of conditions that creates a terrorist is crucially important.

Some of the obvious conditions that make the spread of the terrorism are human rights violations, conflicts, under-development and poverty. It is very dangerous to deal these issues with the short-term repression, demagogy and simplistic solutions. It is more dangerous to declare any ethnic or religious group or individual as terrorist. Human rights are a powerful tool for the eradication of these factors together with observance of the rule of law. These are assets in the battle against terrorism.

In today’s scenario there is a visible division existed among the communities. Their repair and building of mutual respect and common interests through dialogue is very essential. Intercultural and interreligious dialogues can be helpful to change the existing conditions. Addressing the main root causes of terrorism is the key to success.

The dire need is existed to promote the tolerance through encouraging cross-cultural and inter-religious dialogue. This will need the involvement of non-governmental organizations and civil society for raising public awareness in the sectors of media, culture and education. The development of continuous measures on these lines will not only thwart the existing conditions but can be conducive for the spread of terrorism.

To tackle terrorism, the most efficient way is to eliminate those conditions that can lead people to chose for terrorism. For this reason, International community and independent media should have to provide the best environment for the individuals who are deprived of their rights. To defeat the terrorists, sincerity and faithfulness in the values and ideas is prime requisite. It is not enough to declare anybody as terrorist without observing and addressing their root causes of terrorism.

Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, alleged ‘Innocence of Muslims’ filmmaker, is arrested

October 3rd, 2012
by Sufia

Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, the man thought responsible for anti-Islam footage that sparked days of rioting throughout the Muslim world earlier this month, was arrested late Thursday on charges of violating parole terms tied to a separate 2010 fraud case, reported the Los Angeles Times.

 Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, alleged Innocence of Muslims filmmaker, is arrested

Nakoula was found guilty of fraud in a 2010 case and released in 2011 on probation terms that restricted, among other things, his use of the Internet, said the LA Times. However, his association with the anti-Islam footage released on YouTube prompted authorities to investigate whether or not he broke the rules of his parole.

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US Magistrate Judge Suzanne Segal found Nakoula a flight risk and ordered him held without the possibility of bail, said Reuters.

“The court has a lack of trust in the defendant at this time,” Segal stated, denying Nakoula’s bail request at a US District Court, reported Reuters.

Prosecutors are charging the 55-year-old Egyptian-American with violating eight terms of his parole, reported The Wall Street Journal.

The footage for which Nakoula is thought responsible, a 14-minute trailer for a supposedly forthcoming film titled “Innocence of Muslims,” a clip recently subtitled in Arabic, openly mocks Islam’s Prophet Muhammad.

Those involved with the film claim to have been conned into it, and Nakoula — a Coptic Christian — is suspected of operating under the false name Sam Bacile.

However, Nakoula’s full involvement with the film is unclear and the case remains murky.

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