|  | |  | Hearty Foods to Get You through a Day of Fasting By Umm Ahmed The phrase "you are what you eat" is commonly used to convey the idea that the food we consume has a significant impact on our overall health and well-being. It follows then that the nutrients our bodies absorb affect us physically, mentally, and emotionally. This principle is particularly relevant during Ramadan, when our food choices have a significant effect on our energy levels. Learn more about foods that can help you make the most of your suhoor and iftar meals. |
| | | Parenting Tip In our second week of Ramadan, it is time to take an assessment of what is going right and what still needs work. Stay flexible and make adjustments to schedules, activities, and expectations. And be sure to keep the needs of every family member in mind for the best possible outcomes! |
| |  | What Women on Break from Fasting CAN Do during Ramadan By Wendy Díaz Mothers, and women in general, tend to get swept away in the exhausting Ramadan prep and are at greater risk of losing that enthusiasm once their “time of the month” rolls around. There are only three acts of worship women should not engage in while menstruating. Those are praying, fasting, and reading the Quran directly from/while touching the mushaf (or Arabic Quran). Rather than focus on the acts of worship that are out of the question, women can concentrate on the many things they can do to increase the rewards of this blessed month. |
| | | Islamic Guidance Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with him, reported that the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said: “Every action a son of Adam does shall be multiplied—a good action by ten times its value, up to 700 times. Allah says: With the exception of fasting, which belongs to Me, and I reward it accordingly. For, one abandons his desire and food for My sake.” (Sunan an-Nasa’i) |
| |  | Special Considerations Related to Fasting for the Elderly and Ill By Tayaabah Qazi There are elderly Muslims and adults and children who are ill and may be advised not to fast during the month of Ramadan. It is important to remember that it is a favor of Allah upon us when he excuses us from fasting. He is the One Who designed our bodies and decided for us to have the health that we do. Learn how to be sensitive and helpful to friends and family who may have restrictions due to health conditions and about rewards to focus on other than fasting. |
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| | Inspiration Ramadan does not come to change our schedules. It comes to change our hearts. |
| |  | Anticipating the Last Ten Nights of Ramadan By C. Islaah Abd’al-Rahim The beginning of Ramadan is a great time to prepare for the last ten days of this blessed month and to seek the rewards of that blessed night. Our daily activities should all be directed toward the ultimate goal - maximizing our worship and catching Laylatul Qadr. And as we get closer to it, our worship should build in intensity. Our training should become harder. Our workouts, more targeted and refined. Learn more about how to increase your clear intention and stay focused. |
| | |  | Harees (Slow-Cooked Meat Porridge) Harees is one of the most popular traditional foods in the Emirati kitchen. This slow-cooked porridge-like dish is most often eaten during important family gatherings, such as weddings, and savored particularly during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Harees is known for being easy to digest, and hence it makes for a great iftar choice, knowing that your body needs those carbs and proteins right away! |
| | |  | Book Review: Moon’s Ramadan Is a Visual Delight By Laura El Alam In this beautifully-illustrated picture book, author and illustrator Natasha Khan Kazi personifies the Moon, depicting “her” as a friendly observer in the night sky who “travels around the world, observing Ramadan.” As she goes through her phases – waxing, waning, full, new – Moon watches the people down below and celebrates with them. Writer Laura El Alam discovers the delights of the journey in this book review and highly recommends it for your children. |
| | | | |  | Adam’s World Video: A Very Giving Ramadan It's Ramadan! Adam's favorite time of the year. He is excited to volunteer at the masjid at iftar time but runs into a number of disappointments! Dad has some great advice to set things straight. The Arabic letter "ra" for Ramadan is featured. (5:49) |
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|  | 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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