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Community submission: Avoiding the Irrelevant

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by Anna Farhat

As-salaamu alaikum!

It seems as though at one point in time or another we are confronted with conflict. As a matter of fact, life is full of conflict and the very problem may be our actions say we are unaware. I am not addressing any political struggles; I am speaking about our most personal relationships.

We are emotional beings that react to situations, and unfortunately sometimes our choices hurt others. We act out through blogs, Twitter, Myspace, Facebook, emails instant messaging, and many other sources of online socialization. We are ignorant of the impact of our "comments" and thus because of this fall into some of the longest, deepest, darkest places on Earth. Insha'allah, I will make myself clear without leading to any misconceptions about why I chose this topic today. I am not only speaking of the fitnah that breeds on online social networks without proper use; I am merely providing one example.

Assumption is among the worst injustices one can commit on himself, which may result in injuring others. Why do we commit these atrocities towards ourselves and each other? Why do we assume our brothers and sisters are against our successes? Why do we allow these assumptions to manifest into our daily lives and controlling our minds?

Shaytan can only be blamed for so much. It is quite obvious he will be pleased with us when we reverse the orders of Allah Subhana Wa Taala. But ultimately, we must hold ourselves accountable; these are, in essence, choices we make daily and to the minute.

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Fiqh Council of North America announces Ramadan 1430 and Eid al-Fitr dates (2009)

Following announcement was made by the Fiqh Council of North America:

RAMADAN & SHAWWAL 1430 (2009)

First day of Ramadan will be Saturday, August 22, 2009 and Eid al-Fitr on Sunday, September 20, 2009, inshaAllah.

"O you who believe, fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you, that you may (learn) self-restraint." Qur’an 2: 183

The Fiqh Council of North America recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’i method for determining the beginning of Lunar months including the months of Ramadan and Shawwal. FCNA uses Makkah al-Mukarram as a conventional point and takes the position that the conjunction must take place before sunset in Makkah and moon must set after sunset in Makkah.

On the basis of this method the dates of Ramadan and Eidul Fitr for the year 1430 AH are established as follows:

1st of Ramadan will be on Saturday, August 22, 2009
1st of Shawwal will be on Sunday, September 20, 2009

Our Muslim youth

by Fateen Seifullah

Every year during the Month of June, I prepare to meet an obligation that was made in 2005 with Abdul Aziz.  Abdul Aziz is a former resident of Las Vegas.  Abdal Aziz and his family  while residing in Las Vegas established a youth camp in Abiquiu, New Mexico. The camp takes place in a community known as Darl Islam, complete with a Masjid and school sitting on 1300 acres.  This village like-community was established by white converts in the 70’s.

Every year I dread going and every year I think this is my last year only to recommit after spending just a few days with our youth. 

Muslim youth, we read about and hear about their challenges.  Their uncertain about Islam, living as though on the brink of disbelief.   They discuss social challenges, like their desire to attend proms, parties and they want to know why they can’t have girlfriends and boyfriends.  These stories are so common that they make us forget the good youth. We forget to discuss and highlight our youth accomplishments.  What about their survival in public schools with their Islam in-tack. 

Prophet Muhammad's final speach to mankind before his death (A summary read by Cat Stevens)

The Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) Last Sermon in "FULL"

This sermon was delivered on the Ninth Day of Dhul Hijjah 10 A.H. in the 'Uranah valley of Mount Arafat' (in Mecca).

After praising, and thanking Allah he said:

"O People, lend me an attentive ear, for I know not whether after this year, I shall ever be amongst you again. Therefore listen to what I am saying to you very carefully and TAKE THESE WORDS TO THOSE WHO COULD NOT BE PRESENT HERE TODAY.