Connecting with the Qur'aan

Ukth Na'eemah

Are you one of those people who rarely touch the Qur'aan? Or do you read daily, but don't find it is having the impact on you that it should? Whatever the case may be, these are some simple tips that can help you connect with the Book of Allaah سبحانه وتعالى

1. Before you touch it, check your heart. The key to really benefiting from the Qur'aan is to check your heart first, before you even touch Allaah's Book view your intention and approach. Ask yourself, honestly, why you are reading it? Is it to just get some information and to let it drift away from you later? Remember that the Prophet Muhammad (صلى الله عليه وسلم) was described by his wife as a "walking Qur'aan": in other words, he didn't just read and recite the Qur'aan, he lived it.

Stuck in Traffic? -- Remember Allah… and Think

[Sheikh Salman al-Oadah]


All too often, we find ourselves waiting for ages at the doctor's office, or in traffic jams, or for that business meeting to start. We spend most of that time stewing in our frustration, complaining about our dwindling reserves of patience, and accusing everyone else of being inconsiderate, incompetent, or both.

We fail to see how valuable that time is in our busy lives. We always hear the advice that we should remember Allah more often, especially in our idle time, but what good advice it is. Remembering Allah is what enlivens our hearts and souls, brings us peace of mind, and elevates our status with Allah. It cleanses us of our sins -- and it makes our Lord pleased with us.

ET SUMMER FUN DAY 2009 REVIEW

SATURDAY 30th MAY! Indeed how can we forget such a day! Well be prepared as I tell you how it all began!

I didn’t actually sleep at all the night before...lol who did? Whether you were attending or volunteering. The excitement and anticipation of Easy Talk’s FIRST EVER EASY-TALK SUMMER FUN DAY for the Children of Mali was way too much!

LMC Doors opened at 11AM for ‘SISTERS SIZZLING BAZAAR!‘ Yes that’s right sister’s bazaar! NOT Bizarre! Lol. The ground floor was amazing! A banner and registration table to welcome all! Buckets shaking, sisters and children everywhere! It had definitely started!  Knowing that everybody was here because they wanted to be a part of reaping the rewards in giving for the Orphans of Mali! What’s more having fun along the way!

Pampering corner, haircutting was soooooo popular! Being in great demand before the scissors had even started cutting!  Masseuse for the ever-deserving women! Yes they needed this...and while getting a massage they could get their henna or even nails done! Phwoar! I tell you that pampering section.... one of a kind! Mothers, daughters and sister’s yes they loved it!