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Jul 1, 2017

FASTS OF RAMADAN IS OBLIGATORY ON ALL MUSLIMS

Whole month fast of the month of Holy Ramadan is obligatory for all Muslims and after Ramadan Eid day comes. Eid ul-Fitr is the most important celebration in the Islam. Eid-ul-Fitr does not mark any Islamic historical event; but it exists to provide the Muslim for an opportunity to say thanks to ALLAH Almighty for giving us the strength and the will to observe fast and complete all fasts during Ramadan and perform umrah in Ramadan by any authorized Hajj and Umrah travel agent providing Ramadan Umrah Packages in London UK.

Eid-ul-Fitr is a day of bonding, joy, helping one another and spreading happiness and giving gifts to each other. However, the actual purpose of Eid is much deeper than mere relaxation and celebrations. In religion Islam, after the month long fasting and as also at the end of the pilgrimage Hajj the human soul returns to its pristine state of purity and cleanliness. In Islam there are two major festival and celebration that are Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha.

Eid is an occasion that starts with Eid Namaz, when all Muslims gather in large congregations of Eid Namaz, standing shoulder to shoulder and they demonstrate the equality, brotherhood and equity which are the inherent feature of religion Islam and Islamic society all over the world. The greatest significance of Eid day of rejoicing lies in the fact that on Eid every Muslim meets with each other and enjoined to help poor by giving the needy food at the rate of the prescribed by Islam according to the weight per member of his household.

Eid ul-Fitr serves three main purpose: It is a duty upon every Muslim to remember ALLAH Almighty and offer Him thanks; it gives him an opportunity of spiritual change in that he can now will be able to overcome the strength of his will and the weakness of his character; it also a day for the rich and the well off members of society to share a portion of what they have. Every Muslim realizes the spiritual, scientific, social and health and medical benefits which are derived from fasting.

Month of Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, is the time period when Muslim is subject to a supreme test. The Muslims throughout the whole world obey command of ALLAH Almighty; and every day from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib) abstain themselves not only from sensual pleasures but even from the basic necessities of daily life like drink and food.

Some fasts in shivering cold, some fasts in burning and scorching heat, some fasts where days are very short and others fasts where days are interminably long. Every Muslim has to fast because it is obligatory act to do in Islam, The rich one fast as well as the poor person, the master and the servant; the parents and their child, all fast, regardless of the colour, cast, region or their social position.

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Apr 28, 2017

HAJJ IS A SACRED PILGRIMAGE

More than 2 million Muslims visit Makkah for performing Hajj. All Muslims have one common aim, goal, and one purpose for being there together. There are no signs of wealth or greatness, no one is rich no one is poor there. No Nike shoes or Rolex watch mark a person as a rich person. Either a person is black or white, brown, the colour of human skin is not important there. Either a Muslim is from Europe or Asia or America, old, male and female, poor or rich. All are gathered there for worshipping ALLAH Almighty and all are equal for ALLAH, Muslims there represent humankind in our diversity, yet we are united.

Muslims from many different regions of the world gather in Makkah to worship ALLAH Almighty. Pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia, by air, bus, car, etc. Some endure great efforts and hardship, others buy first class tickets to travel, but they all are equals. Pilgrims make this journey prepared to stand at the House of ALLAH Almighty, the Holy Kaaba and affirm their love for ALLAH and religion of Islam.

Hajj is among the five basic pillars of religion Islam. Muslims declare but heart that there is no God worthy of worship but ALLAH Almighty and that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is His messenger. Muslim pray, they fast the obligatory fasts in the month of Holy Ramadan, they pay obligatory charity (zakaat) and also voluntary charity, and they visit Makkah to perform Hajj and Umrah.

Hajj is an obligatory pilgrimage to the city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia and it is obligatory to perform for those who are financially and physically able. Hajj is the lifetime act of worship, more than 2 million Muslims gather and stand in one place, wearing the simple and same colour clothing Ihram, all following the similar rites and rituals and proclaiming the same words. All Muslims are united in their devotion and love for ALLAH Almighty. During pilgrimage the black man stands next to the white man without any kind of differences and they call on ALLAH Almighty with one voice. The king stands beside the average person and they declare their submission to the will of ALLAH Almighty by proclaiming the same words.

The pilgrimage Hajj is consisting on several days of total devotion to the One True God ALLAH Almighty. Muslims from all around the world come together to perform Hajj and asking for His forgiveness.Throughout the world, Hajj symbolise unity. Although it happens so many times that Muslims are disunited because of many outside influences, such as money, border disputes, politics and other worldly concerns, at pilgrimage Hajj, all Muslims are equal. The pilgrims feel amazed when they think themselves as the guest of the most Merciful ALLAH Almighty.

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Sep 5, 2016

FEW QUESTIONS RELATED TO QURBANI

WHEN SHOULD QURBANI BE MADE?


Qurbani or Sacrifice of the animal is carried out from the 10th of Zil- Hijj (i.e. from the day of Eid-ul-Azha) after the completion of the Eid namaz and Khutba, till sunset on the 12th of Zil- Hijj. The times of preference for the Qurbani are the 1st day, i.e. the 10th of Zil-Hijj.

WHO must MAKE QURBANI?

  • It is Waajib for each and every male Muslim and female Muslim who:-

    • a. has attained level of puberty (Baaligh)

    b. is of sound mind or sane (not insane)
  • To make sacrifice in the Name of ALLAH Almighty
  • It is not Waajib or essential for the following people to make Qurbani:-

    • c. A person who has not attained level of puberty (not Baaligh) even if he or she possesses Nisaab.

    d. A traveller (who is not yet Muqeem).

    e. A person who does not possess Nisaab during that particular period in time.

    f. A person who may be in possession of Nisaab bit has turned insane (mental illness or anything like that).
  • Any male or female Muslim who is not liable for Qurbani but purchases an animal for Qurbani for the sake of ALLAH Almighty, then the Qurbani becomes Waajib for him.

WHAT ANIMALS SHOULD BE USED FOR QURBANI?

  • Only the following animals can be sacrificed for Qurbani:-

    • a. Sheep and Goat with a minimum of 1 year each.

    b. Cow, camel, buffalo, ox.

    Each sheep or goat suffices for Qurbani for one Muslim male or female; while each head of cattle or camel could signify the Qurbani for 7 Muslim males and females, provided that:-

    c. All seven participants have equivalence in Niyyah (i.e. either Qurbani or Aqeeqah).

    d. All seven people have an equal share; nobody is to have a larger portion than another one even at the time of the distribution of the meat.
  • It is allowable for less than 7 people to have shares in a camel or a head of cattle for Qurbani; but not allowable for more than 7 people to do so.

WHAT kind OF DEFECTIVE ANIMALS ARE TO BE AVOIDED?


The animals for Qurbani in the Name of ALLAH Almighty shall be in prime condition of health and also free from all kind of defects. The following defects in animals disqualify them from being used for Qurbani:-


  • Animals without ears or who’s more than one third of the ear is defective, partially blind (one third or more), or completely blind animals; animals with horns damaged or broken from the root; animals which have limbs broken or used three legs to walk; animals that have most or all their teeth missing; animals with a third or more or their tail cut off.
  • Sick and thin animals that lack the ability to walk or move.

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Aug 24, 2016

DRINKING ZAMZAM WATER DURING HAJJ AND UMRAH

Water that obtained from bore holes is brought to the hotels in tankers. Water is stored in big tanks on the top of hotels.Drinking water has to be bought in the shape of bottled water. Though, Zamzam is available freely in city Makkah and in Madina. As this is an open opportunity to drink as much Zamzam water as possible, plastic containers can be simply obtainable that will filled with Zamzam water and brought to the hotel room for drinking.

Because of the hot and scorching weather conditions, it becomes essential to drink water in abundance. Less urine is passed because of the hot weather conditions that can cause much disease.Drinking brackish water can causes a painful throat, stomach cramps and also coughs from the irritation in the throat. The sore throat can be perplexed with a throat infection. Zamzam water is easily and abundantly available in both the Haramain.

Zamzam water is also obtainable from taps outside the Haram Shareef. Plastic containers can also be purchased outside the Haram Shareef, either empty or full of Zamzam water. Zamzam water that is obtainable in storage containers in the Haram Shareef is cooled in cooling chambers. Ice is not added to the water of Zamzam. Every group of Zamzam water containers in the Haram has 1 container that does not have cooled water. Arabic writing on the container will indicate which container has Zamzam water that is not chilled or cooled.

Even though the authorities provide disposable cups for drinking Zamzam water in the Haram Shareef, pilgrims unfamiliar with this practice often mix the used cups with the unused cups resulting in perplexity. If a person is unsure, rinse out the cup well before using it. It is through the sharing of cups there is a possibility that infections can spread from one pilgrim to another. People come from all parts of the globe with different hygienic control. What one may find unpleasant may be quite normal for the other one. The significant thing to do is to avoid picking up any kind of infections from this source.

The Hajj and Umrah authorities in Saudi Arabia do an outstanding job of keeping the water of Zamzam area and containers as clean and hygienic as possible. Clean drinking cups are always easily available. In spite of hundreds of thousands of people going through the Harram, the authorities keep the facilities extremely clean.

Drink adequate amounts of fluids or liquid especially zamzam water throughout your Umrah and Hajj stay. Zamzam water is well-known for its purity, cooling and refreshing nature, Zamzam water is very healthy and pilgrim must avail the opportunity of drinking plenty of zamzam water because it’s a cure for so many diseases.

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Aug 6, 2016

PERFORMING UMRAH BY WOMEN

In this article we are going to discuss requirements for performing Umrah i.e. the clothing requirements, Islamic requirements, visa requirements and the physical requirements that are necessary to be met successfully in order to perform Umrah. All the Muslims who are planning to move Saudi Arabia for performing Umrah, should be aware of the basic steps and procedures that are required to perform Umrah correctly. For performing umrah many steps are the same for woman and man. Although, there are few areas where there is a difference in steps of performing umrah.

• Ihram for Men is stipulated, but for women it is not same as like men. Women should have to be covered properly.

• After completing the Saaee, males have to shave their heads, but for women case is not same females are only told to cut off their hairs slightly. This is to be done just to ensure that the women have also participated in umrah.

• Talbeeyah is said loudly by men and but women are not allowed to say in loud voice they should say talbeeyah in a low voice.

The above mentioned are the main differences in approach and method except of this the other main activities and procedure of performing Umrah remains the same.The women are allowed to wear decent cloths that cover her whole body. Women are allowed to enter in Mecca in the state of Ihram and ensuring that they stay clean and pure during the entire activity of Umrah. During Umrah, women are not allowed to carry any type of veil and gloves. These are not acceptable under any means. Many Muslim countries now offer virtual classes for women to taking up the sacred journey to Mecca and Madina.

Men are allowed to perform Umrah their own, but in case for women it is not possible because for women it is necessary to go for umrah with her Mehram. There are also rules and laws are designed that stipulate and give evidence that why women is not allowed to perform Umrah alone.

significance of Mahram:

The principle of mehram is significant; it regulates daily human interaction and clearly demarcates the limitations of human interactions and social human activities. For performing umrah millions of people visit Mecca from all around the world. Hence, it is highly recommend for females to go for pilgrimage with their respective Mehram. Single woman in any place in the world is unsafe and she can be harassed by men. It is safe for women to be with mehram that can secure you.

Umrah Rules for Women:

• For performing Umrah women need to be properly dressed and should be with their Mehram. Women can’t apply for umrah Saudi visa without accompanied with a male passport. Without Mehram It will be rejected.

• Women are also not allowed to veil, women can’t cover her face during Umrah.

• Putting make up on face is also not permissible while performing Umrah.

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Aug 2, 2016

MAKKAH AND MADINA, CITIES THAT UNITE PEOPLE TOGETHER

“Here I am at your service O ALLAH; Here I am at your service”

Pilgrims chanted louder and louder as we moved closer to the object of our desire. A response to an ancient call, an Ibrahamic tradition. Millions of people have been frequenting the Haramain (shelter) for centuries. People come from far and near to worship and have their prayers heard. There's not a tribe, city, country or state that isn't represented in the holy lands. Many Different people with different skin colours eat different foods, talk in different languages, and wear different clothing and practice different social customs all gathered in one place to worship and celebrate peace, unity and brotherhood. The beauty of it, as different as they all are, when the Muazzin raises the call to namaz (prayer), every individual from every state stops whatever they are doing and responds to His call, faces the Holy Kaaba and engages in prayer.

Makkah and Madina both have their own flavours. The fast paced city feel of Makkah is rivalled by the laid back leisure of Madina. Both cities embody a personality which we can feel in your body and in the air. Both are complimentary to each another, each in ideal harmony, yet bear different fruits. Makkah will magnify your deeds 100,000 times, whereas Madina connects you to the greatest being the globe has ever known.Both make you feel secure, privileged, humbled and honoured.

Life can be trying, it can consider a person through a series of many negative experiences and trials that can show to be challenging on the highest level. A trip to the Haramain can afford you the opportunity to reset, rearrange, gain perspective, have a vision or discover a path. All the worries and troubles of the world can be washed away with the blessed water of Zamzam water or with a simple sajda (prostration). A person can reach real euphoria, simply by sitting still and looking at the Holy Kabah or sending Durood upon the Prophet (PBUH).

Verse 9:129 of Holy Quran;

But if they turn away, [O Muhammad], say, "Sufficient for me is ALLAH; there is no deity except Him. On Him I have relied, and He is the Lord of the Great Throne."

This is a place where no one walks away empty-handed. This is a place where kindred souls meet and the not possible is shown to be made possible. This is a place where Tawaaf (Circumambulation) is constant and sujood is the norm. Ask for whatever you desire, whatever your heart wishes. As much as a journey to the Haram is an opportunity to reset, gain clearness and find reason, it can and must also be a launching pad for executing huge deeds and benefit to society at large. We should connect with our religious self and history and ask the ALLAH Almighty to use us to enjoin superior and spread light.

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Jul 28, 2016

FIRST PILLAR OF ISLAM; SHAHADAT

All practicing Muslims accept faith in the ‘6 Articles of Faith’ and are obliged to follow the ‘5 Pillars.’ They are:


1. Muslim profession of belief or shahadat.

2. Ritual Prayer or namaz.

3. Obligatory Charity or zakat.

4. Fasting or roza.

5. Annual Pilgrimage or hajj.


Muslim Profession of Faith or Shahadat The Shahadat is the Muslim profession of belief and the primary of the ‘Five Pillars’ of Islam. The word shahadat in Arabic means ‘testimony.’ The shahadat is to testify to two things:



(a) Nothing deserves worship except ALLAH Almighty.

(b) Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the Messenger of ALLAH Almighty.


A Muslim is the one who bears witness and testifies that "nothing deserves worship except ALLAH Almighty and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the messenger of ALLAH Almighty." A person becomes a Muslim by making this easy declaration.


It should be recited by every Muslim with a complete understanding of its meaning and with an agreement of the heart. Muslims utter this when they wake up in the morning, and before they go to sleep at night. It is repeated 5 times in the call to prayer in every masjid. A person who utters the shahadat as their last words in this life has been promised jannat.


(a) Nothing deserves worship except ALLAH Almighty.


The initial part of this testimony states that ALLAH Almighty has the exclusive right to be worshipped, by one’s heart and limbs. In Islamic principle, no one be worshipped apart from Him, no one else can be worshipped along with Him. He has no partners or associates. Worship, in its complete sense and all its aspects, is for Him alone. A person becomes Muslim by agreeing and testifying to the divine right to worship. It is the root of Islamic belief in ALLAH Almighty, even all of Islam. It is considered the essential message of all prophets and messengers sent by ALLAH Almighty.


But by a simple verbal profession alone, one does not become an absolute Muslim. To become a complete Muslim a person has to fully carry out in practice the instruction given by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as ordained by ALLAH Almighty. This brings to the second part of the testimony.


(b) Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the Messenger of ALLAH Almighty


Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born in Makkah in Arabia in the year 570 CE. The second part of the confession of belief asserts that He is not only a prophet but also a messenger of ALLAH Almighty. Like all the prophets before him, He was a human being, but chosen byALLAH Almighty to convey His message to all humankind rather than one nation or tribe from among the many that exist. For Muslims, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) brought the last and final revelation.


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