|  | | |  | Engaging Our Children in the Remembrance of Allah By Umm Ahmed Making dhikr, or engaging in the remembrance of Allah, is a virtuous act that brings magnified reward and blessings. It is a way to express our sincere devotion, hope and trust in Allah, the Most Honorable. As Muslim parents, we must recognize and cultivate this habit starting from an early age. Make use of five strategies to increase the practice of dhikr in your home. |
| | | Parenting Tip In our third week of Ramadan, we start to get anxious that the month is passing too quickly and we may not have made the best use of it. There is no time to fret. Now is the time for that big push! |
| |  | Feeling hangry? Tips to Combat Mental Fatigue during Ramadan By Laura El Alam During Ramdan, life’s pressures don’t magically disappear. We still have to deal with a host of stressors like work deadlines, traffic jams, bickering children, difficult colleagues, and spouses who get on our last nerve. One of the biggest challenges of our holiest month is trying to cope with aggravation patiently when our mental stamina is depleted. Since eating is not an option until sunset, we must employ other self-regulating strategies and writer Laura El Alam has several tips that can help. |
| | | Islamic Guidance "The Messenger of Allah said to me, 'Shall I not guide you to a treasure from the treasures of Jannah?' I said: 'Yes, O Messenger of Allah!' Thereupon he said, '(Recite) La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah (There is no change of a condition nor power except by Allah).'"
(Al-Bukhari and Muslim) |
| |  | The Benefits of Eating Dates in Ramadan and Beyond By Wendy Díaz Dates are all the craze in the health food world these days. It only takes a quick Google search to discover that the sugary fruit of the date palm tree native to the Middle East is rich in dietary fiber, antioxidants, phytochemicals or phytonutrients, and more that provide health benefits to the body. For Muslims, there is much in the way of Islamic guidance that supports our faith tradition of consuming dates regularly, especially during Ramadan. The article also includes a delicious recipe for stuffed dates. |
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| | Inspiration Ramadan is about breaking bad habits, not putting them on pause. |
| |  | Minding the Tongue During Ramadan By C. Islaah Abd’al-Rahim During Ramadan, it is important for us to reflect on our many blessings, and the tongue is, indeed, a great blessing from Allah. Our tongues can become instruments of great good, but they can also cause us to fall into behaviors that are not so praiseworthy. As Muslims, we should always be mindful of our speech, tame our own tongues, and remind others to do the same. |
| | |  | Easy (and Halal) Puerto Rican Arroz con Pollo Every country has some variation of a rice and chicken dish. In Puerto Rico, there is Arroz con Pollo, an aromatic yellow rice dish with spices, bell peppers, olives, peas, and chicken. It is a whole, filling, and delicious meal that can be made in one pot. Writer Wendy Díaz shares her family recipe that has been passed down for generations and has now become a Ramadan iftar tradition. |
| | |  | Book Review: Prayers of the Pious By Melissa Barreto Prayers of the Pious not just another text about the prescription for dua. Instead, world renowned scholar Sh. Omar Suleiman paints a picture about the beautiful impact that dua can have in your life and encourages you to fill your own duas with heart and sincerity. He also provides glimpses into the lives of the individuals who made these duas. Writer Melissa Barreto reviews the book and suggests that there are many lessons to learn and put into practice during these blessed days and nights. |
| | | | |  | Adam’s World Video: Adam and the Little Ants Adam has some poor ants trapped in a jar and is just about to zap them with his magnifying glass and the sun when Aneesah comes to the rescue. She reminds his of kindness to all living beings and how there’s a special chapter in the Quran dedicated to the ants. The Arabic letter “qaf” and the English letter “Q” are showcased for Quran. A beautiful nasheed by Dawud Wharnsby called Animals Love Quran complements the episode. (6:19) |
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| | Online Children's Classes for Ramadan Start TODAY! |
|  | During the entire month of Ramadan, creative hosts will engage students with games, stories, songs, art and movement activities, cooking demonstrations, and more! Keep your children busy and inspired to learn to love Allah and be proud to follow His guidance. Our Race4Rewards online children’s classes will target two different age groups: Adam’s World Club classes are designed for children ages 4-7 Live online classes will take place Monday-Friday from 6-6:30pm EDT. Colors of Islam Club classes are designed children ages 8-12 Live online classes will take place on Saturday and Sunday from 12-1:30pm EDT. Visit Academy.AdamsWorld.org for more details and to register online. |
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| |  | | The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 30 years. Our work with the world-renowned puppets Adam and Aneesah pioneered creative programming for Muslim children, encouraging them to learn about and love their religion. We continue to bring sound content and engaging programs that stimulate minds, touch hearts, and strive to fulfill our mission of raising better Muslims, better neighbors, and better citizens. This latest effort is designed to support and empower Muslim parents to do the same. |
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