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10Jul

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Global, Islam

Renowned MMA Fighter Converts to Islam

Renowned MMA fighter Jeffrey William Monson, known for his prowess in mixed martial arts and jiu-jitsu, has publicly announced his conversion to Islam at the age of 53. In a widely shared video, he pronounced the Shahadah, the Islamic declaration of faith, under the guidance of a scholar at an Islamic center in Moscow on June 20. Monson, originally from St. Paul, Minnesota, achieved global acclaim in jiu-jitsu and was a former world champion in MMA. Reflecting on his decision, he expressed that Islam resonates with his values and provides him with a sense of peace and fulfillment he has long sought. "This journey has been one of profound transformation," Monson stated during a subsequent press conference. "After much introspection, I have found in Islam the meaning and purpose I hav...

Ukrainian Woman Daria Died Few Hours After Accepting Islam

3Apr

By Tahreem Akram2 Comments

Islam

Ukrainian Woman Daria Died Few Hours After Accepting Islam

A 29-year-old woman from Ukraine, Daria Kotsarenko, died in Dubai earlier this week. This happened hours after she converted to Islam and observed her first Ramadan fast. According to tweets on social media, the woman, known as Daria Kotsarenko, did not have any family members or relatives in Dubai. This news led the whole nation to an overwhelming expression of grief, love, and support. Sources tell us that she came to the UAE on a tourist visa, and later she started seeking a job there. In this journey, she not only found job opportunities but also discovered the beauty of Islam. A widely shared document showed that Daria Kotsarenko was originally a Christian but converted to Islam in the UAE on March 25th. Some sources also revealed that Daria had be...

Countdown to Ramadan 2024: 100 Days Away!

5Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Islam

Countdown to Ramadan 2024: 100 Days Away!

Ramadan 2024 is exactly 100 days away. This is a significant milestone in the Islamic calendar, and it is a time for Muslims to start preparing for the holy month. I pray that Allah SWT makes preparing for Ramadan easy and that you have a blessed and rewarding month. In just 100 days, Muslims worldwide will welcome the sacred month of Ramadan 2024. This marks a special time in the Islamic calendar, where believers prepare their hearts and minds for a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. Let us be prepared and ready as Allah, the All-Knowing, All-Wise, instructs: “O you who believe! Endure, outdo all others in endurance, be ready, and observe your duty to Allah, in order that ye may succeed.” [1] The early generations of the Ummah used to make du’a 6 months after Ra...

Hanukkah : According to Islam, Judaism, and Christianity

27Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Culture

Hanukkah : According to Islam, Judaism, and Christianity

With the approaching new year, many major and minor events came in different cultures and religions. Hanukkah is a minor but prominent festival in Judaism. Today we will discuss each aspect of this festival according to all leading religions Hanukkah, which means “dedication” in Hebrew, begins on the 25th of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar and usually falls in November or December. Hanukkah 2022 begins on the evening of Sunday, December 18 and ends on the evening of Monday, December 26. Often called the Festival of Lights, the holiday is celebrated with the lighting of the menorah, traditional foods, games and gifts. According to the Talmud, one of Judaism’s most central texts, Judah Maccabee and the other Jews who took part in the rededication of the Second Temple witnessed what the...

The spiritual significance of last Ashra of Ramadan

24Apr

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Islam

The spiritual significance of last Ashra of Ramadan

Ramadan is a month of spiritual cleansing and purification for Muslims. The last Ashra of Ramadan holds even more significance for Muslims all around the world. Muslims seek salvation before the month comes to an end. Ashra of Ramadan Of the major three Ashras of Ramadan, it is the third one that is valued greatly among Muslims. There are a lot of reasons, why it is valued more. One of the major reasons is it is the last Ashra and with it, Ramadan ends, so Muslims try to make the most out of it. The last ten days of Ramadan require greater devotion and dedication to making the most out of it. Muslims do Itikaf in these last 10 days to follow the Sunnah of their Prophet (PBUH). It is not compulsory for every Muslim to do Itikaf as it is a Sunnah. It is the renowned Sunnah of Prop...