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- Relation Of Society And Islam That World Needs - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Hijab Al-FaisalThe most obvious quality of 21st century world is that many nations have achieved success based on material advancement. However, Allah (subhanahu wa taala) has provided all the mankind with lots of examples which are mentioned in the holy book of Quran and this illustrate the dealings with ...
Views: 894 - Relevancy of Bible in contemporary society & Online Bible courses - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Joanne DaviesWe have seen the holy book ‘Bible’ in so many houses and even in the pocket of a many people regardless of religions and nations. But, I wonder if they truly abide with the divine words of holy Bible. Anyways! The immense significance of the holy book Bible lies in its precise commentary which ...
Views: 891 - Religion and Politics – The Hollow Specter of Sophia - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Harry Connor JrReligion is politics, and politics is a religion. They may differ to some, but they are certainly bedfellows, for they are so closely intertwined that they can be said to be ‘as one’. Religion is very political. Just ask anyone in a religious organization if the people in it are practicing ...
Views: 1119 - Religion in India - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2020 from umesh modiTypes of Religion in India originated in Indian sub-continent. India is the land of spirituality and philosophy and is considered to be the birthplace of many religions. Indian religion is varied in approach and different in meaning. The major religions of India are Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, ...
Views: 755 - Religion versus Spirituality - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Brad AustenIn a past life I have been told several times by psychic mediums, I was a Catholic Priest. For me this rings true. I also I feel I have karmic baggage from this life as a priest that I am clearing in this life. Funny enough in this life I don't consider myself religious at all, religion doesn't ...
Views: 1632 - Religion, Fanaticism and Divine Truth - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2022 from santosh krinskyAdherents of virtually all religious traditions want to believe that their own religion is the one “true” religion, and all others are false, mistaken or imperfect. This belief reinforces their own faith and thus, enhances the satisfaction of the vital ego. In some cases, however, this belief ...
Views: 671 - Religion: Last One Out, Please Close The Door - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockA recent report from the prestigious Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life comes down to this - Christians are getting restless. The report, other than indicating the consumerish attitude of modern religion shoppers, may indicate a deeper trend; it could mean that religion, as a mystery, as an ...
Views: 753 - Religion: Why Are People Attracted To Religion? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThere are numerous religions in the world today; some of these have been around for thousands of years and some could be described as new in comparison. And as well as the religions that are clearly definable as religions, there are also other figures and establishments that are serving a very ...
Views: 5128 - Religions And People Of The Book - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2007 from Baby GobinAll religions that exist today are based on books, which people call scriptures. Some religions have many books. Most of those who call themselves religious are followers of the precepts and knowledge as they appear in the scriptures. Many people know verses, commandments and written prayers by ...
Views: 1288 - Religious and Healing Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Anna WehrMeditation has been used in various forms by people all around the world for thousands of years. Some use it in a religious context, for others it is a way to reach a spiritual goal and still others use it for purely for its physical benefits. Whatever the reason behind using it, no one can deny ...
Views: 1006 - Religious Compulsions and Emotional Problems - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2016 from Umer FiazIslam is not only a suite of beliefs but it is wide-ranging way of life. Being a natural faith, Islamic thoughts and policies thoroughly shelter all characters and energies of human beings. The Holy Quran has appropriately labelled all radical, communal, individual, economic and emotional facets ...
Views: 973 - Religious Organization In Pakistan - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2020 from Qasim AttariDawat-e-Islami, a worldwide non-political Islamic association working for the engendering of Quran and Sunnah all through the globe. It was set up in the year 1981 in Karachi, Pakistan by one of the incredible researcher of the present period, as a matter of fact, Shaykh-e-Tariqat, ...
Views: 854 - Religious Persecution Against Jews: What is it and where does it happen? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2020 from Anna SwiftPersecution is the methodical persecution of an individual or a group of individuals. For fascism to exist, there needs to be an oppressor and a sufferer. Society's institutions, such as federal government, education and learning, as well as culture, all contribute or enhance discrimination in ...
Views: 848 - Respect is the greatest love! Living in a multiracial and multireligious country - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieSelf-preservation or the greatest respect for others I live by the words of Shakespeare – that nothing is good or bad except thinking makes it so. I also believe we need to assess a situation from all angles and not jump to conclusions, or if we do take the time to reflect upon those ...
Views: 1820 - Responsibility - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Rabbi Simcha WeinbergI am reposting this blog on the first anniversary of the Haitian earthquake: It is far easier to work for the BNN, the Biblical News Network, and report on thousands of years and cities of Jewish history, than it is to work for CNN and report on everything that is happening all over the world ...
Views: 672 - Restraint And Patience In Islam - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2016 from Umer FiazEtiquette and courtesy are not just Elizabethan or Victorian words, Islam orders observing good behaviors as an object of faith no less. The well-known hadith that hygiene is half the belief is a specific case in point, as certainly is the requirement of ablution before offering devotions. ...
Views: 3038 - Revelation 1 Exposes the Catholic All-Male Trinity as False; Women & Protestants Should Like This - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2019 from Richard RuhlingRevelation 1 is a startling revelation of “One like the Son of man…gird about the paps [Greek word, mastos, means female breasts] with a golden girdle.” Rev 1:13. She is the Spirit walking among the candlesticks in verse 20, speaking to the churches in Rev 2 and 3. She is “the Daughter of ...
Views: 1047 - Revisiting the Rapture--How Imminent Is It? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: This topic is like a minefield with many hazardous conclusions drawn from texts taken without context. This article offers a broader spectrum of ideas and contexts than most Christians have considered. If you Google “Rapture September,” more than a million results suggest this is ...
Views: 1281 - Revisiting the Rapture: Helpful Points for When Your Debate It! - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2014 from Richard RuhlingBooks promoting the rapture idea have sold millions, but from 1988 to now, it's been a no-show. If we are supposed to be raptured before tribulation, what can we say to those who are in tribulation now? Would it be fair of God to give us a free pass from our lukewarm western churches while ...
Views: 1443 - Rewards And Blessing For All The Family - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2016 from Umer FiazHajj and Umrah are obligatory for every Muslim, and something every Muslim wishes to fulfil in this life for a better hereafter. Hajj is a must for every Muslim who has the physical and financial sources and should be performed once in a lifetime. Umrah, however, is not compulsory as Hajj is, ...
Views: 933 - Righteous Anger Brings Powerful Results - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2007 from Ann StewartConsider the picture of Jesus cleaning out the temple. He did it twice; Once at the very beginning of his ministry (John 2: 15-17) and again at the end. (Mark 11: 15-17) Both times he showed anger, spoke with authority, and single-handedly drove out everyone who used the house of God for ...
Views: 1071 - Rights Of Neighbors In Islam - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2017 from Umer FiazNeighbors play an essential part in the life of a person. Your neighbors hold more significance than any relative, because they are the first one you call in the times of need. Good neighbors are the true blessings of Allah, who are always present to provide their assistance in the most critical ...
Views: 1445 - Role of Islam and Significance Human Rights - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2016 from Umer FiazIt is a current creed in the West, owing to their scarce knowledge of the Holy Quran and the Traditions of the Prophet (Peace Be upon Him), that Islam backs standards and structures that are mismatched with the philosophies of human rights. Actually, Islam recognized the holiness of human rights ...
Views: 1443 - Role of Religion and spirituality In Overcoming Addictions In Life - by Submitted on May 02, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamFighting a drug addiction isn’t easy. It’s a destructive force that, if left unchecked, can destroy your entire life. Getting help is important, but it’s hard to know where to start. There are thousands of different programs, so where should you begin your journey to recovery? For many of us, ...
Views: 627 - Romantic Nationalism 1 - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Harun YahyaStir up any of them you can with your voice and rally against them your cavalry and your infantry and share with them in their children and their wealth and make them promises! The promise of Satan is nothing but delusion. (Surat al-Isra’:64) There is a subtle danger that leads people away from ...
Views: 1173 - Romantic Nationalism 2 - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Harun YahyaNationalism as an idea spread throughout Europe in the 18th century. Prior to that, people lived under the power of many feudal lords. Then, they came together under a single nation-state governed by a central administration. European countries such as France and England were among the first to ...
Views: 1084 - Rosh Chodesh Iyar: Vav: Truth and Beauty By Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Rabbi Simcha WeinbergEvery month has its own letter of the aleph beit, its corresponding tribe, and its specific fixing. According to the Ishbitzer, the letter of Iyar is Vav, the tribe Is Issachar and what we have to fix is “hirhur” – “thinking”. In Hebrew there are two words for thinking – “machshava” and then ...
Views: 1357 - Rothschild: New World Order by 2018? Rev 11:3-7 Says God’s Witnesses Get Power 3½ Years Before Beast - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2018 from Richard RuhlingGoogle “Rothschild: New World Order by 2018” for 1.8 million results. These are the proud boasts by bankers in conspiracy with the pope, but the Bible says God’s side will get power first for 1260 days--power to turn water to blood and shut the heavens (not ‘climate change’ by chemtrails from ...
Views: 1351 - Rudraksha Beads as a Remedial Measure for Planetary Pacification in Horoscope - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Ramesh KhetanRudraksha Beads have been used from very ancient times all over the world by ancient Gurus, Pundits and Sages in India who very well knew about their beneficial effects. The word Rudraksha, comes from the two Sanskrit words Rudra, which means Lord Shiva, and Aksha, meaning “eyes”. Botanically, ...
Views: 3718 - Rukan Al-Yamani (The Corner of Holy Kaaba) - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2019 from Ady GrewalCertainly, the Holy Kaaba is the holiest place for the Muslims of all over the world. In fact, there are four corners of the Holy Kaaba and each of them has great significance. These blessed corners are Rukan Al-Aswad, Rukan Al-Iraqi, Rukan Al-Shami, and Rukan Al-Yamani. The corner of the Holy ...
Views: 1115 - Ruling About Umrah Performed By The Pregnant Lady - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Umer FiazThe Harram is the dream destination for the entire Muslim Ummah without any discrimination of men and women. The Allah does not prevent any of the Muslim from visiting the House (Kaaba) other than certain specific situations. Muslims regardless of sex, caste, creed and nation are always welcomed ...
Views: 7208 - Sacred irReverence - God, Ritual and My Big Toe - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2011 from Rachael EhrlundThe word God is something that countless religions and individuals have sought to define for millennia. In the English language, those three letters connote a serious tone and strong opinions- worship and reverence… anger and discontent. It has brought many people together- united in a common ...
Views: 970 - Sacred months in the Islamic calendar? - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2018 from Marghoob Bin SafdarIslam is the most practised religion in the world. Muslims are present in almost every region of the world. It is the psychology of every Muslims to get to know about its religion, its events and the months which have the great importance in the Islam. It is the interest of every Muslims to get ...
Views: 1238 - Sacred Symbols - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from John CarisSymbols, whether sacred or secular, pervade human culture and are frequently found in the arts. They are keys that open the door to higher consciousness, codes that winnow the kernel from the chaff, seeds that contain hidden knowledge. A symbol is like a tree with branches extending in many ...
Views: 2259 - Safety and Security Guidelines for Hajj and Umrah - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2018 from Marghoob Bin SafdarHajj and Umrah 2018 is not far and Muslims are busy to confirm their Hajj and Umrah Packages 2018. They face many problems before and during Hajj and Umrah due to overcrowding. Before going to Hajj and Umrah, they face the issues such as completing documents, Visa, hotels etc. During Hajj Umrah, ...
Views: 1770 - Safety of the Soul - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2011 from Pavel KastlMany people wonder that their soul can be stolen, but it is so. However, it is written, that to steal someone's soul, especially for bad purposes, is the biggest crime, far worse than normal murder. In fact it is a crime that officially does not exist and therefore cannot be committed, which ...
Views: 767 - Sage Vashisth Taught Yoga Vashistha To Lord Rama At Manali - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from james mchaleManali packages are of great importance to tourists because of the heritage factors, Manali being named after the originator of Hindu dharma shastra, Manu, and it is here that Manu stepped off his ark to recreate human life after the great deluge destroyed the living beings in the world, while ...
Views: 945 - Sai Baba of Shirdi – Shirdi Tour package from Chennai - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2021 from Balaji GCOrigins Little is known of the early years of Sai Baba of Shirdi. Even his name is unknown as Sai Baba is not an appellation in the usual sense. Sai is a term of Persian origin, usually attributed to Muslim ascetics, meaning holy one or saint. Baba, on the other hand, is a Hindi term ...
Views: 842 - Sai Baba of Shirdi, Shirdi Flight package from Chennai - by Submitted on May 02, 2020 from Balaji GCSai Baba of Shirdi Sai Baba of Shirdi, also known as Shirdi Sai Baba, was an Indian spiritual master who was regarded by his devotees as a saint, fakir, and satguru, according to their individual proclivities and beliefs. He was revered by both chennai to shirdi flight packages his Hindu ...
Views: 602 - Salvation and the Sovereignty of God - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Bobbie McKeeWhat is the relationship between God’s sovereignty, human responsibility and the Christian’s duty to proclaim the gospel message? In J.I. Packer’s book entitled Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God, he disputes the wrong view that faith in the absolute sovereignty of God hinders a full ...
Views: 1343 - Salvation Bracelets A Solid Evangelism Instrument - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Bince OlearSalvation Bracelets A Solid Evangelism Instrument Salvation bracelet is also known as Christian bracelet that's used as an evangelism tool. This easy yet resourceful resource had been actually based on wordless book. It is consists of 5 various colors; black, red, white, yellow, and green. ...
Views: 2833 - Sandstorm Of Time - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Penny AyersSandstorm of Time It's amazing to me at times how life can seem like a sandstorm ripping through your soul. Wherever you go you seem to get lost by the specks of dirt thrown your way. You open your mouth to speak and suddenly it becomes filled with garbage that you can neither chew nor ...
Views: 852 - Santeria - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Jackie Wiliams BrockertSanteria is an underground religion that combines unique and contradictory beliefs. It combines practices of various schools of thought in theology, religion, and mythology. Its origins stem from West Africa, most of Cuba and Puerto Rico, and extends to other ...
Views: 885 - Santorum – ‘When in the Course of Human Events’ - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Rev Michael BrescianiOne of the definitions for expedience is that it is “a regard for what is politic or advantageous rather than for what is right or just; a sense of self-interest.” In 2008 Barack Obama won an election on shear exuberance rather than expedience. In 2012 we are coming dangerously close to ...
Views: 1700 - Save The World - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2008 from Aaron JonesWho Will Save the World? “This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.” (2 Timothy 3:1) The word perilous means dangerous or exposure to the risk of being injured, destroyed, or lost. The rest of the verses express where most of the danger shall come from and also the reason ...
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