SUMMARY: Fasting to commemorate the day of Ashura is a meaningful and recommended ritual for Muslims in view of that day's great significance and sanctity.
SUMMARY: With differences between Sunnis and Shias on the significance and actions of such days as Ashura, Muslims must remember not to let their differences become a source of communal strife.
SUMMARY: The Islamic Calendar, which begins with the Hijra, is critical for Muslims to keep track of the Islamic months and their prescribed rituals as well as the track of historical events.
SUMMARY: Learning and engagement with the Hijri Calendar can add depth to our faith and acquaint us with priceless knowledge about our Islamic history and heritage.
SUMMARY: An educational initiative where youth teaching their elders computer skills has been excellent not only for education but also for bridging the divide between generations and fostering a stronger community.
SUMMARY: The story of the family of Prophet Ibrahim carries timeless lessons for Muslims in faith, patience and perseverance, and sincerity towards Allah.