|  | |  | Getting Our Minds Right for Ramadan: Mental Prep By Wendy Díaz Being involved in a family business that runs a martial arts gym has given me the opportunity to be around many athletes and to observe how they prepare for major events such as tournaments, championship fights, and even Ramadan fasting while maintaining their training routines. A great deal of preparation goes into athletic competition, including entering “the zone,” or becoming mentally ready to face the challenges ahead. At times, competitors attend training camps designed to prepare them both physically and mentally for a match or a major fight. They work closely with coaches, nutritionists, and doctors daily, while following a structured routine to ready them for competition. This preparation includes developing a game plan, visualizing success through meditation, creating simulations, and focusing on building strength and endurance. |
| | | Parenting Tip Tuma'neenah in Salah refers to the essential act of pausing and finding calmness, stillness, and tranquility in each posture, allowing your body to settle and feel composed before moving to the next. |
| |  | The Month of Sha’ban has its own Distinctiveness By Mahasin D. Shamsid-Deen Sha’ban is the eight month on the Islamic calendar. Although it is not classified as one of the sacred months, it has both spiritual and historic prominence that is often not reflected upon by the collective Ummah. The word “Sha’ban” derives from Arabic root words that can mean branching or separating. Islamic scholars and historians have examined the meaning of this word in relation to the culture of the desert Arabs during the age of Prophet Muhammad, God’s peace and blessings be upon him, and reported the following. |
| | | Inspiration “Prayer transcends all borders and physical barriers, so it allows us to connect at a deeper level.” Omar Suleiman |
| |  | 8 ways to connect young Muslims to prayer By Samana Siddiqui Praying five times a day can be a struggle for adult Muslims, but an even greater one for young people. At a time when texting and other technology offer fast-paced distraction, encouraging our youth to establish Salah can seem impossible. But this pillar of Islam keeps us all grounded in our faith. It is that necessary daily reminder of Who we are accountable to, as well as Who is our greatest Benefactor. It keeps us connected to Allah in all circumstances, and it is a gift and obligation we must pass on to young Muslims. |
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| | Quranic Inspiration “It is a month where people tend to neglect, between the months of Rajab and Ramadan. It is a month in which the deeds are raised to the Lord of the worlds, and I like my deeds to be raised while I am fasting.” Sunan An-Nasa’i |
| |  | Dhikr: The Remembrance Of Allah By Saaniyah Sajed Dhikr, or remembrance of Allah, comprises of two main ideas: movement of your tongue and its effects in your heart. It should not only be felt as movement of your tongue, but also felt deep in your heart. Uttering the blessed words of “Subhan Allah” and “Alhamdu lillah” is, of course, in itself a bounty. But when you become deeply engaged in the Dhikr of Allah, you are able to truly feel the pureness and love of Allah and His religion. |
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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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