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A product of the date palm and cultivated since approximately 6000 B.C, the date fruit is one of the sweetest fruits around and also happens to come in many different varieties. Although dates can be eaten fresh, the fruit is very often dried, resembling raisins or plums. But whether fresh or dry, the health benefits […]
Eid Al-Adha is almost upon and many of us have already begun making huge preparations for the blessed day! From buying sacrificial animals (Qurbani/Udhiyya) to preparing new clothes, Eid Al-Adha is a time when we all come together to truly celebrate and remember the story of Prophet Abraham AS. Some of us may be in […]
Dhul Hijjah, also known as the month of Hajj is once again fast approaching. Millions of Muslims from around the world are preparing, or have already prepared, for their incredible journey to the most spectacular place on earth. The spiritual journey of Hajj is a fascinating endeavour. On the one hand, Islam emphatically focuses on […]
Long before Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus, Muslims travelled from one end of Africa to the depths of China. The names of some are famous such as Ibn Batutta, Ibn Jubayr and Al-Maqarri. Whilst they all travelled for different purposes, something innately drove them to traverse difficult paths to reach an end. Before the advent […]
As Muslims from around the world prepare to embark on their journey to perform Hajj, the story of Prophet Abraham (AS) becomes a timely reminder for us all. With the Prophet Abraham’s (AS) saga closely associated with the rites and rituals of Hajj, exploring his life allows pilgrims and non-pilgrims to better understand the significance […]
When the word ‘travel’ is mentioned, many of us usually think about breathtaking beaches, beautiful sunsets, and luxury hotels. Whilst all that is fulfilling and satisfying, and of course the reason why we vacation in the first place, travel does a lot more for us than we think. Recent research has brought to light that […]
