Ramadan Mubarak, Abdullah! [JOKE]

By HijabGirl on from muslimgrrrl.tumblr.com

Two men are in the desert, one called Steve and the other James. They have no water, are very thirsty but suddenly notice a Mosque nearby....
Chinese Muslims banned from fasting in Ramadan

Chinese Muslims banned from fasting in Ramadan

By Saladin on from muslimvillage.com

Beijing slapped severe restrictions on Chinese Muslims as the holy fasting month of Ramadan started.
7 Tips to Control Our Appetites in Ramadan

7 Tips to Control Our Appetites in Ramadan

By Saladin on from www.suhaibwebb.com

We are now in the second half of Ramadan, and before we know it, the month will be over. Let’s make it one of our goals (and insha’Allah [God-willingly] commit to it for good) to minimize over-eating so we can maximize the benefits of this blessed month. Here are seven tips to help develop a more mindful approach to eating
Common errors during Ramadan

Common errors during Ramadan

By Saladin on from www.vanguardngr.com

Ramadan should be a time to avoid being wasteful. Some Muslims are unable to distinguish between their needs and luxuries, hence they engage in wasteful spending. Whether in the varieties of food they devour each night, or in the other types of spending. If you have more, remember the have-nots. The act of giving is ibadah, and no act of ibadah can be said to be too much.
How our body benefits from Ramadan!

How our body benefits from Ramadan!

By Saladin on from nutritionforum.com

There is a physical and a spiritual aspect to fasting. I'm going to discuss the physical aspect and how it benefits your body, how to practice safe fasting by suggesting what to eat before and what to eat after fasting.


There are many spiritual reasons as to why we fast that I've been taught since I was a child. But I've always believed that there is more to it than just feeling for the poor, appreciating food and water, teaching us patience, and so on so forth. I knew there was a health r
A Ramadan Etiquette Guide to your Muslim Neighbor’s Holy Month

A Ramadan Etiquette Guide to your Muslim Neighbor’s Holy Month

By HijabGirl on from www.washingtonpost.com

The month of Ramadan is a happy occasion; it is the month that the Muslim holy book, the Koran, was revealed to our Prophet Muhammad. Muslims are called by their religion to celebrate the month by coming together in worship, fasting each day for thirty days from dawn until sunset.

While this may seem like a tremendous feat, consider this: Fasting while working is an even greater endeavor. Make it a little easier on your Muslim colleague by following a couple of simple rules..
Muslims to Fast Longer During Ramadan in World’s Tallest Building - Dubai's Burj Khalifa Tower

Muslims to Fast Longer During Ramadan in World’s Tallest Building - Dubai's Burj Khalifa Tower

By l0gikal on from blog.beliefnet.com

Apartment residents in the upper floors of the world's tallest building, Dubai’s Burj Khalifa tower, will have to endure a longer daily Ramadan fast, according to the United Arab Emirates city’s top cleric.
21 Ramadan Images From Around the World

21 Ramadan Images From Around the World

By l0gikal on from mediagallery.usatoday.com

Similarities Between Lent and Ramadan (in Islam)

Similarities Between Lent and Ramadan (in Islam)

By HijabGirl on from blog.timesunion.com

Lent which begins today, Ash Wednesday, and continues until Easter, is observed by many Christians. Lent observances are similar to Ramadan with fasting and personal spiritual reflection.
Fasting of Ramadan a double sacrifice for Muslim NFL players

Fasting of Ramadan a double sacrifice for Muslim NFL players

By l0gikal on from azstarnet.com

The physical demands of an NFL training camp, which entail two practices on some days, can tax even the best-hydrated and well-fed players. Yet Abdullah, 25, and his brother Hamza, a 27-year-old defensive back for the Cardinals, are committed to fasting throughout Ramadan, which ends at sundown Thursday - the night the Vikings open the season in New Orleans.

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