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" AVOID MOST OF SUSPICIONS "

HOLY QUR'AN

verse 13 of Surah Al Hujurat

the translation of which reads:-

'O ye who believe!

avoid most of suspicions;

for suspicion in some cases is a sin.

And spy not,
nor back-bite one another.

Would any of you like to eat the flesh of his brother who is dead ?

Certainly you would loathe it.

And fear Allah,
surely,
Allah is Oft-Returning with compassion and is Merciful.' .

The Qur'an clearly states that they are satanic ways.

'O ye who believe!
intoxicants and games of chance and idols and divining arrows are only an abomination of Satan's handiwork.

So shun each one of them that you may prosper.

Satan desires only to create enmity and hatred among you by means of intoxicants and games of chance, and to keep you back from the remembrance of Allah and from Prayer.

But will you keep back ?'

Holy QUR'AN (5:91-92).

 

Anyone who believes in Allah and the last day

Rasul Allah, Sallalaye alayhi wa sallam, said,

"Anyone who believes in Allah and the Last Day (of Judgment) should not harm his neighbor. Anyone who believes in Allah and the Last Day should host his guest generously. And anyone who believes in Allah and the Last Day should say what is good or keep quiet."

- Sahih Al-Bukhari, Volume 8, Book 73, Number 47

[Lessons from this Hadith]

Did you send out a bad mouthed email to someone recently? Did you post something in a chat room or forum that you shouldn't have? You are Muslim, so make sure whatever comes out of your mouth is something that will bring you closer to Allah. If it's not, then keep quiet. Test yourself, for the next 3 days, before you say anything, ask yourself, "Is this something good to say?"

 

10 Things Women Do Better Than Men


1. We evolve hotter.

A recent study revealed that women are getting better
looking through evolution; meanwhile, men are staying
the same. After following more than 2,000 people through
four decades of life, the study showed that attractive
women had 16 percent more children than average-looking
chicks and that beautiful people are 36 percent more
likely to have a daughter as their firstborn. All those
gorgeous daughters mean more beautiful women
than in past generations.

While surfing through the web for my today's post
I saw this article on COSMOPOLITAN, found it interesting,
so decided to share with you.Tons of recent studies
proving that women have some amazing abilities
that men lack. We have listed ten of our favorites.

2. We survive car accidents more often.

This is sad but true: Men are 77 percent more likely to
die in a car accident than women, according to a study
done by Carnegie Mellon University. Our boyfriends should
be thanking us when we nag them to "Wear your seatbelt!"

3. We're better at seeking comfort.

A Mind survey of 2,000 people revealed that women are
far more likely than men to talk through their problems.
Fifty-three percent of women talk to their friends about
what's stressing them out, as opposed to 29 percent of men.

4. We're more recession-proof.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 80 percent of
those who have lost their jobs since December 2007 have
been men. Ouch. This could be because male-dominated
fields have been hit the hardest, like manufacturing and
finance. That really sucks…but hey, maybe it's time
more men became nurses and educators.

5. We graduate college more often.

We already know that female enrollment is higher than
male, but the Department of Education's statistics reveal
that men are also less likely than women to graduate
and get their bachelor's degrees. Men are also more likely
to take longer than five years to complete their degree.


6. We eat healthier.

A survey of more than 14,000 people, conducted by the
University of Minnesota, showed that women choose far
healthier foods than men. While men are more likely to
chow down on frozen pizza and red meat, women are
piling fruits and veggies onto their plates. It all sounds
pretty obvious, but we get so much grief for our
chocolate addictions that we just had to point this one out!

7. We have stronger immune systems.

No wonder men act like such babies when they have a
sniffle — women really do have stronger immune systems
than men! If there are little battles going on in our bodies,
women have a secret weapon: estrogen. A study done by
McGill University indicated that estrogen gives women an
edge when it comes to fighting off infections. That's
because estrogen confronts a certain enzyme that often
hinders the body's first line of defense against
bacteria and viruses.


8. We live longer.

Among the world's population of those who are over
100 years old, 85 percent are women, according to
the New England Centenarian Study. In general, women
continue to live five to 10 years longer than men as well.


9. We're better managers, especially in this economy.

This one is a little controversial, but a slew of experts
are confident that women make greater bosses because
they are better listeners, mentors, problem solvers,
and multitaskers than their male counterparts.
In a recent Daily News article, management expert
Jay Forte said, "It's a very service-oriented economy
[right now], so you need employees to be motivated.
Women are better connectors than men and more astute
about knowing how to activate passion in their employees."


10. We invest better.

A study of 100,000 portfolios showed that women's
investment returns outperform men's, 18 percent to
11 percent. This could be because women are typically
more cautious with their investment
decisions and think longer term. 

 

 

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Achieving a Strong Marriage Bond Marriage is considered an 'ibaadah, an act that is pleasing to Allah Ta’aala. It is in accordance with His commandments that husbands and wives love each other and help one another to rear their children as true servants of Allah Ta’aala. Most spouses start out with hopes and rosy dreams; truly committed to making their marriage work. However, as the reality of living with a less than perfect spouse lurks in, and as the pressures of life builds, many individuals do not find as much satisfaction in their relationships. All marriages change over time. However, with hard work and dedication, people can keep their marriages strong and enjoyable. How is it done? What does it take to create a long-lasting, satisfying marriage? Researches indicate that the most successful marriages share some key characteristics. These are some of the characteristics that researchers have found to be common in successful marriages. Let's look at each of these factors. CHARACTERISTICS OF HAPPY AND SATISFYING MARRIAGES 1. POSITIVITY Successful spouses have far more positive than negative interactions. If there is too much negativity â€" criticizing, demanding, name-calling, holding grudges, etc. â€" the relationship will suffer. However, if there is never any negativity, it probably means that frustrations and grievances are not getting air time and unresolved tension is accumulating inside one or both partners. The key is balance between the two extremes. There are many ways to foster positivity in a marriage. Being affectionate, truly listening to each other, taking joy in each other's achievements and being playful are just a few examples of positive interactions that help make marriages successful. 2. EMPATHY Another characteristic of happy marriages is empathy. Empathy means understanding a person's perspective by putting oneself in his or her shoes. Many researchers have shown that empathy is important for relationship satisfaction. People are more likely to feel good about their marriage and spouse if their partner expresses empathy towards them. Husbands and wives are more content in their relationships when they perceive that their spouses truly understand their thoughts and feelings. 3. COMMITMENT Successful marriages involve both spouses' commitment to the relationship. When two people are truly dedicated to making their marriage work, despite the unavoidable challenges and obstacles that come, they are much more likely to have a relationship that lasts. Husbands and wives who only focus on themselves and their own desires are not as likely to find joy and satisfaction in their relationships. However, when spouses are committed to investing in their marriage and are willing to sacrifice some of their own preferences for the good of the relationship, they usually have high-quality marriages. 4. ACCEPTANCE One of the most basic needs in a relationship is acceptance. Everyone wants to feel valued and respected. When people feel that their spouses truly accept them for who they are, they are usually more secure and confident in their relationships. Often, there is conflict in marriage because partners cannot accept the individual preferences of their spouses and try to demand change from one another. When one person tries to force change from another, he or she is usually met with resistance. However, research has shown that change is much more likely to occur when spouses respect differences and accept each other unconditionally. Basic acceptance is vital to a happy marriage. 5. MUTUAL LOVE AND RESPECT Perhaps the most important component of successful marriages are love and respect for each other. This may seem very obvious â€" why would two people get married to someone whom they did not love and respect? The fact is, as time passes and life becomes increasingly complicated, the marriage often suffers as a result. It is all too easy for spouses to lose touch with each other and neglect the love and romance that once came so easily. It is vital that husbands and wives continue to cultivate love and respect for each other throughout their lives. If they do, it is highly likely that their relationships will remain happy and satisfying. Paramount of all, marriage must be based on the teachings of the Noble Qur'an and Sunnah of the Prophet Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam. InshaaAllah, married couples will not only gain blessing and harmony from their marriages but also benefits and rewards in the Hereafter. Ameen.

 

 

 

ALWAYS REMEMBER   Always remember to love yourself, For the person that you are, Put all doubts and fears upon the shelf, And from them you'll go far.   Seek out positive people for friends, That you enjoy to be around, For true bonds of friendship never ends, Once it has been found.   Learn to forgive yourself, As well as friend and foe, Mistakes we make is how we learn, And from them we can grow.   Always pursue happiness, But never lose touch from Base, The pursuit you'll find, is a state of mind, And may be a life long chase.   Where You come from Is not that Important, What matters is always knowing, The past is gone, the future is now, And the future is where you'll be going.   Always try and keep your word, Try not to ever lie, Don't repeat bad things you've heard, Karma comes back by.   If you worry about what might be, And wonder what might have been, You'll blind the thoughts that help you see What is...and where to begin   Take or make time for a sunset, Or perhaps a walk on the beach, Peace of mind, you'll often find, Is always quite within reach.   Always be strong and face your fear, If you want that fear to disappear, For if You turn and run away, That fear within you is there to stay...   And before you bed down each night Remember to say:

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You are Unique! Don't ever forget that you are Unique. Be your best self and not an imitation of someone else. find your strength and use them in a positive way. Don't listen to those who redicule the choices you make. Travel the road that you have chosen and don't look back with regret. You have to take chances to make your dreams happen. Remember that there is plenty of time to travel another road - and still another in your journey through life. Take the time to take the route that is right for you. You will learn something valuable every trip you take, so don't be afraid to make mistakes. Tell yourself that you're okay as the way you are. make friends who respect your true self. Take the time to be alone, too, so you can know  just how terrific your own company be. Remember that being alone doesn't always mean being lonely, it can be beautiful experiance of finding your creativity, your heartfelt feelings, and the clam and quiet peace deep inside you. Don't ever forget that you are special and you have within you the ability to make your dreams come true. ~Jacqueline Schiff~

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