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Guidance for all mankind The past month, I have heard mixed viewpoints regarding reading the Quran in english. Many scholars have agreed that the Quran is in Arabic and no translation in any language will come close to it. The best prize would be to learn Arabic. Most of us are past our learning sell by date, so although the reward reading it in English or the language of your mother tongue may not be the same, the benefit one can get from reading it in English is better then not understanding it at all. Read it preferably in the language you understand, so you can try and understand what Allah wants from you as his ambassador on earth. As one sister rightly pointed out, when we are going to be questioned on the day of Qiyamah, what will our answer be? "We didn't understand Arabic, so that is why we couldn't be your Khalifah(Ambassador)."
My advice is that before you embark on this journey to understand the Quran, seek advise from a learned scholar in your area on how to approach understanding it. There are many tafseers you can read that will make you understand the Quran better. If you have any questions, have a dialogue with your local scholar so that you are clear what Allah wants from you. We must understand that the Quran is the Word of Allah. I think the fear that some scholars rightly have is that many misinterpret the Quran and this can be dangerous for the faith.
Some facts about the Quran Revelation: It was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon Him) over a period of 23 years. No. of Chapters (Surah) 114 Revealed in Makkah 86 Revealed in Madinah 28 Total number of verses 6239 Longest chapter (Surah) Chapter 2 (Suratul Baqarah): 286 verses Shortest chapter Chapter 108 (Suratul Kauthar) 3 verses Number of Juz - 30 Tools to memorise the names of Surahs of the Quran Sister Najma sent me some wonderful tools in assisting us to memorise the names of the Surahs of the Quran. To create the love of the Quran, and instil it our children at a young age, it would help give them some tools that they can relate directly to the Quran. The tools are: Surah name Memorising tool Surah Index charts Juz Recogniser for when you are listening to the Quran and want to recognise in which para the surah is in Other Quran links The Messenger (PBUH) will complain to Allah on the Day of Judgment that his people neglected the Qur'an (Surah al-Furqan 25:30). Neglect of the Qur'an is of different levels, as Ibn al-Qayyim writes: not reciting or listening to it; not studying and understanding it; not conveying its message; not judging by it in personal and communal matters, at all levels of society; not believing in it. NANIMA'S TVSurah Rahman - Abdur Rahman SudaisNANIMA'S WISE WORDS"The month of Ramadan is the one in which the Quran was sent down, a guidance for mankind, clear proofs for the guidance, the Criterion; so whoever amongst you witnesses this month, let him fast it." (Surah al-Baqarah 2:185) NANIMA'S REMEDY Quranic Cure - Sayid Qutb NANIMA'S DIARYEnnerdale: Islamic Relief: Painting of Osizweni Day Care CentreVolunteer your time this Ramadhaan Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008 Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm Location: Islamic Relief's Osizweni Centre Street: Wulferite Street, Ennerdale (South of Lenasia) City/Town: Johannesburg, South Africa Phone: 0118361054 Email: mzhassen@islamic-relief.co.za Join Islamic Relief to paint the Day Care of the Osizweni Centre in Ennerdale, south of Lenasia. ILM-SA Final Destination: Paradise or Hell? A four-lesson course, taking place each Sunday during Ramadaan Start Time: Sunday, September 7, 2008 at 10:00am End Time: Sunday, September 28, 2008 at 12:00pm Street: Essendene Road, Overport, Durban Phone: 083 785 5183 Email: ilm.southafrica@gmail.com Johannesburg: Wedding Expo When Sat Sep 6 - Sun Sep 7 Where: Northgate: Coca Cola Sundome Entrance Fee: R70-00 p/p Fashion Shows: 11.00am & 3.00pm on Saturday & Sunday For more information contact 0861 113 997 Click here for more events information MADALA'S SECTION Google Chrome (BETA) for Windows
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RAMADAN QUICK & EASY RECIPES: CUTLETSINGREDIENTS:1 Cup Cooked Chicken Filling 1 Cup Mashed Potatoes 1 Cup Boiled Spaghetti 1 Cup Cheese METHOD 1,2, 3 1. Combine all 4 ingredients 2. Form into cutlets 3. Dip in egg and bread crumbs and fry in shallow oil over low heat 4. Drain on rack and serve with chutney NANIMA'S NOTICEBOARDMealsBuccleuch Do you know of anyone that would prepare Halaal home-made meals in Buccleuch, Johannesburg for brother. Kindly forward me contact details, should you know of anyone.Sunninghill Halaal Mochachos in Sunninghill are running Ramadaan Specials including sale of Haleem on Friday and Saturdays. They are situated at 97 Edison Crescent (Opposite Eskom Megawatt Park)Sunninghill Village Shopping Centre Tel: (011) 803-0419 There has also been requests for Salaah facilities for working females at Iftaar times and that will be considered if the demand is there. Lenasia Divine caterers Looking for halaal savouries, home cooked meals, baking. Eid or ramadaan meals. Contact 0730183282 or 0118543085 DurbanI'm looking for someone in Durban who makes samoosas, pies, mini pizzas, puri pathas etc (halaal).084 777 3027 Child CareDurban Salaams I'd like a list and contact numbers of all safe Islamic Day care facilities in the Newlands West/Parlock/Overport and surrounds. We are looking to send our 2 year old to a good Day Care/Pre School - once a week initially. Jazakallah 031 374 1328Lenasia Professional Childcare Offered for kids of all ages Weekends and after hours. Entrust your child to a loving environment. Please contact Yasmin (qualified pre-school teacher)-083 486 4039 DressmakingLenasiaSTYLE DRESSMAKING WE SEW FOR ALL TYPES OF OCCASIONS LADIES AN GENTLEMEN FROM LOCAL TO INTERNATIONAL DESIGNS OF GARMENTS AN ALTERATIONS DONE ALSO IN LENASIA 011 854 3085 073 018 3282LessonsWendywood/Kelvin/Buccleuch I have relocated from Cape Town and now residing in the Fourways (CraigAvon) area. I am looking for a madressa in this area or close to Wendywood primary school. I would also consider employing a muslim school tutor twice a week to teach my 2 boys (aged 4 and 9 yrs) at home.Mayfairi would like to come for cooking lessons in mayfair as well, how much does it cost? JazakAllah LaudiumFemale School teacher at home in Laudium. Looking for opportunities to fill up free time. She was teaching History, Deenyath, Quran, Fiqh, Arabic and many more. Willing to teach muslim reverts as well. 0123861321 DecorLenasia DIVINE FLORIST WE SELL ALL TYPES OF FLOWERS MAKE A VARIETY OF PARCELS GIFTS AN FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS FOR ALL TYPES OF FUNCTIONS IN LENASIA 011 854 3085 073 018 3282Lenasia I am looking for someone that does souvenirs/kunchas after baby is born? BeautyMayfairWhere is there a beauty clinic in Mayfair?Nani's TaxiWendywood Primary to Fourways I am also looking for a taxi or shuttle service that can drop my son at home after school, he is at Wendywood primary school. Would you be able to assist?Madala's
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