Habibi Halaqas

Remember Your Place in Jannah

2012-01-31T10:30:00.002-06:00

by Shiney Bismillah Do you ever think about Jannah and wish that you could see your house? Do you wish to live in Jannnatul-Firdaus, close to the prophets alayhimus-salam, the Sahabah radiallahu anhum, the Tabi’een, and the Saliheen? If your answer is yes, then rejoice, because the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam has already informed us about our houses in Jannah. All it

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A Restless Heart

2012-01-30T10:52:00.000-06:00

by Seema Muhammad Belushi Bismillah Whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth exalts Allah, and He is the Exalted in Might, the Wise. (Surat Al-Ĥashr 59.1)O mankind, what has deceived you concerning your Lord, the Generous (Surat Al-'Infiţār 82.6) Imagine that one day all of a sudden your most beloved friend leaves you and goes to a far off place. And

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A CATHOLIC NUN: BAD EXPERIENCE BUT BEAUTIFUL END

2012-01-29T10:46:00.001-06:00

by: Sister Saleha (formerly Sally) I was brought up in devoted Catholic family and raised with Catholic values and traditions. At fifteen, I entered the monastery. While inside the monastery, I was happy because I can perform my duties as a nun and the people around me including my family were also pleased with me. Until such time when I began to ask myself every night;"What am I doing here

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Homeschooling: Trying to Balance it All - Part 1

2012-01-28T10:45:00.003-06:00

by Holly Garza Asalaamu alaikum waramatulahi wabarakatahu Tired parents please sit down! Plop down....might be a little bit more like it though! You are amazing. It’s very important to remember that. We all go through ups and downs occasionally. One of the advantages of the homeschooling lifestyle is that, more or less, we get to manage our days the way we choose. But sometimes through

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SPANISH - Calling all Habibis - Llamando a todas las Habibis

2012-01-26T10:45:00.000-06:00

Escrito por Syeda Ali Traducido por An Ghela Assalamoaleikum Habibis Algunas semanas atrás descubrí Habibi Halaqas y estaba tan emocionada que no puede contener mi júbilo. MashAllah he escrito desde niña pero todo necesita un enfoque, una dirección productiva, positiva y gratificante. Cuando nuestra talentosa y culta hermana Kanika me pidió que contribuyera a Habibi Halaqas, pensé, que

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In Defence of Prophet's Multiple Marriages (Part 1)

2012-01-25T10:45:00.006-06:00

by Hiba Khan A controversial subject Polygamy in Islam is one of the most difficult concept to accept - for non-Muslims and Muslims alike. Many enemies of Islam love to defame the Religion and its Prophet through this topic alone. They portray Muhammad sal Allahu alayhi wa sallam to be a man with insatiable desires. We seek refuge with Allah from assuming such lowly, slanderous thoughts about

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Baker's Corner : Low Fat Oatmeal Cookies

2012-01-24T10:45:00.001-06:00

by Ruby Bismillah For this month, I have decided to try out something healthy and low fat, but still (surprisingly) delicious. These oatmeal cookies will change your mind about healthy eating, as you will see. Healthy eating does not have to be difficult or boring. Oatmeal cookies are not always the healthy choice due to their butter and egg content, but with this recipe, they can be. This

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Elsewhere in the Ummah

2012-01-23T14:27:00.001-06:00

by Bint Ali While Samira laments atop a mountain of her clothes that she has nothing to wear; Aminah in Liberia doesn't leave home when her bed sheet is hanging to dry, because she uses it as her hijab. While Jamal curses his wife for using too much salt in the food againl; the last pile of dirt is placed on baby Karim, the latest victim of famine in Somalia. While Hind yells at her young

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Poem: Realization - Contemplation

2012-01-22T11:45:00.002-06:00

by Guest Poet - Ayesha Javed I close my eyes, the flash back starts. Tears roll down as I was restless, curt. Back to the times, where I was tested by my Lord… I wish I were then tenacious, steadfast. As I was often chafed then, I failed to realize then, That I did what the devil said And that strong I could be by controlling myself in anger… Now here, I wish I were strong then … I wish I

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Home Schooling Tip 1: Homemade Frozen Dinners

2012-01-21T11:45:00.003-06:00

by Juli Herman This post is a part of our new series "Homeschooling Tips". Our homeschooling experts will be presenting quick tips on how you can make your homeschooling experience beneficial and productive, while balancing your other duties of a wife, mother, muslimah and more! Homemade Frozen Dinners If you're homeschooling older children, and multiple children at that, depending on

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SPANISH - The Qur'an Series : Read Qur'an To Remember Allah

2012-01-20T11:45:00.003-06:00

by Ni'mah Ali Translation by Eeman Mahdiya SERIE : EL CORAN LEAMOS EL CORAN PARA RECORDAR A ALLAH Por Ni’mah Ali Hoy día algunos piensan que el mundo ha ido evolucionado como nunca antes. Siempre hay algo nuevo para hacer, para ver y para descubrir. Existe tanta tecnología nueva que todos los días se descubre algo nuevo. Todos andan detrás del dinero, de mejorar su condición

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Reflections On A Misunderstood Faith

2012-01-19T11:45:00.002-06:00

by Raima Amin Islam. Such a simple word, yet with so many connotations. For me, Islam means a world of things. It represents the faith I was born into and the life I now lead. Islam is what wakes me up every morning long before the sun has risen, drowsy-eyed and weary from an incomplete night’s sleep, to establish the first of five daily prayers. It is why I dress the way I do, why I choose

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Wear Hijaab

2012-01-18T11:45:00.002-06:00

by Maryam Abd Al Ghafur I admit it. I drew a blank on what to write this month, and so asked several friends for inspiration. The top three results: - Fulfilling the duties of the household while holding down employment, - Polygamy, - and Hijaab. So, I now have an idea for the next two articles, but I am going to use hijaab, because even the akhawaat who brought up that subject said that it

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Chill Out ! For the Sake of Allah

2012-01-17T11:45:00.002-06:00

Enter your email address for exclusive updates: by Bint Ali In this fast paced world we live in, we often feel frustrated, tense, or stressed - perhaps all at once, thus bringing us to a near meltdown. Too often, and rather unfortunately, we take it out on whoever happens to be closest to us at the time. Perhaps it is illness that makes us feel irritated by everything, or a bad

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GIVEAWAY & Na'ima Robert's From Somalia with Love and Boy Vs.Girl Review

2012-01-16T09:00:00.002-06:00

DETAILS ON HOW TO WIN COPIES OF THESE BOOKS ARE BELOW THE REVIEW - make sure you enter to WIN, inshaAllah!!! Comparative Review by Juli Herman With green eyes, glossy long black hair, latte-colored skin, and a generous dash of brain power, sixteen year old Farhana has everything a girl wants, including a handsome hunk of a boy who worships her, and a twin

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The Secret to Helping Your Child Excel in School and in Life

2012-01-14T12:42:00.000-06:00

Source: lifehack.org Is your child struggling in school? Does your child stall when it comes time to do homework? Does your child’s teacher often comment that your child is capable, but is just not working to his or her potential? Or does your child do alright in school, but seems a bit bored or lacks enthusiasm for learning? Well, there is a secret that you need to know in order for you to

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Baker's Corner - Almond Biscotti

2012-01-13T15:48:00.001-06:00

by Ruby Baking can be an intimidating hobby, but in reality, it really does not have to be. Baking requires precision, yet allows for variation as well. It’s about enjoying the process of measuring ingredients, remembering to check the baking process, and of course, sniffing the mouth-watering aromas which come from your oven. For the month of January, I would like to introduce Habibi

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Let's practice "Taqwa Before Fatwa"

2012-01-12T11:49:00.001-06:00

by Khadeejah Islam Bismillah What does Islam have to say on celebrating birthdays? What does Islam have to say about women leading a country? Why is your name Monica, Megan, or Susan? Why don’t you have a proper Islamic name? Why does not the Qur’an speak about dinosaurs? Is this halaal? Is that halaal? The questions seem never-ending. Surprisingly, often, the questioners do not even know or

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Poem: Unspoken Thoughts

2012-01-11T11:35:00.000-06:00

by Amal Milaa FilzaBismillahIt feels like my heart is broken.Thoughts unspoken.Why don’t they understand?Close my eyes, count the teardrops.They just don’t realize.Culture vs religion.Unlock the door. Wind too strong, Holding me in a place I don’t belong. Where do I go, when there is no place left anymore?Sometimes I really don’t know where I can find acceptance in this world full of rejection

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I Love You For The Sake Of Allah

2012-01-10T11:38:00.000-06:00

by Maryam Abd Al GhafurHave you heard that before? It is frequently, but not exclusively, used between muslimahs who are dear friends, who genuinely love each other, care for each other, are, in the quaint phrase of old, "bosom bows" to and for each other."We need to have more unity amongst the believers; we need more brotherhood, more sisterhood." This, too, is a common saying, and no less

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Compassionate Sisters

2012-01-09T12:41:00.000-06:00

by Umm Amin Bismillahi Arrahmani IrrahiimWhat I love most about my kids, is that they remind me of my own words. Subhana Allah wa ta ‘alaa. Have you ever reminded your child not to be gloomy with all the angels around making adkhar? Have you ever encouraged them to do a good deed, and then found your children persuading you to go further or motivating you to action for a good cause? It

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Dad’s Gift to the Newborn

2012-01-08T14:24:00.000-06:00

by Stacey Greaves-Favors | Saudi LifeLink to original article: http://saudilife.net/motherhood/21480-dads-gift-to-the-newbornANY new Dads often wonder just what their role is when their wife has a baby. They often feel even more lost when their wife is breastfeeding the baby. They may wonder, “What can I do?” or think, “This is my wife’s time.” Little do they know, they can give their wife,

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A Letter to Little Miss Muffet, may Allah bless YOU

2012-01-06T23:33:00.000-06:00

The following is an open letter by Sister Sunshine Smiles to Little Miss Muffet thanking her for all the positive difference she has made in her life. Dear Little Miss Muffet,This one is for you! A tribute to the amazing person you are. For everything you have done for me, for the innumerous ways in which you have touched my life, for being such a simple inspiration, for being the guiding

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The Story Of The Queen Ends (Part 3)

2012-01-05T14:01:00.000-06:00

by Umm Sulaymbe sure to read Part 1 and Part 2 of this series before you proceed‘Do you like him much?’‘I told you I liked him a little. Where is the use of caring for him so very much? He is full of faults.’‘Is he?’‘All boys are.’‘More than girls?’‘Very likely. Wise people say it is folly to think anybody perfect; and as to likes and dislikes, we should be friendly to all, and worship none.’‘

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Yes, Women Can Work! (Part 3)

2012-01-04T13:19:00.000-06:00

by Khadeejah IslamClick to view Part 1 and Part 2 of this seriesAreas where women can lend their productivityThere are many areas where women can work. It can be at home or outside the home. It can be on a small scale. It can be freelance (not working for a fixed employer). It can be a field which you love. It can be paid or non-paid. The following are some (there might be many other)

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