Reading books is a great way to introduce young minds to new subjects, reinforce moral lessons, ignite creativity, and have fun while doing so. It is no surprise that when we talk about teaching Islam to young children, reading books is high on the to-do list.
As Thanksgiving nears, it is crucial to recognize the importance of expressing gratitude for things in your life. Though not a significant holiday in Islam, Muslims are encouraged to give thanks to both God and other people regularly.
Once Khalifa Abu Bakr, may God be pleased with him, noticed a bird on a tree. He sighed deeply saying “O, bird! How lucky you are! You sit on the tree, you eat from the fruit, then fly away, you fear no accountability or punishment. I wish I was like you.”
If you are like me, you may be making phone calls and marching to end genocide but still feel helpless. Another small minority in America felt like us over a century ago, but they turned their frustration into energy for their empowerment.
Please note: You know yourself better than anyone else except God Almighty. So you know how to plan for yourself. This is just a guide. Modify it as you like. If possible, spare a week of contemplation, and reflect for a few weeks before you use this guideline to plan.
Does life ever seem to play out unfairly for you? Does it often feel like the walls are closing in on you and you can’t get out of a situation? Or that everything that is bad is only happening to you?