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As the festival of sacrifice ends, famous Islamic scholars have said Nigerians are passing through a tough economic time, calling on the political leadership to stop displaying wealth and arrogance across the land. The scholars, who spoke to The Guardian, included Chief Imam of University of Lagos (UNILAG) Muslim Community, Prof. Ismail Musa; Amir Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, Folorunso Alatoye and Rivers State Islamic Leader/Vice President-General and Chairman, Association of South-South Muslim Ummah of Nigeria, Alhaji Nasir Awhelebe Uhor. Musa said what the Federal Government should now do is to turn the current hardship into positive gain by accepting…
Eid el-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha or the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant festivals in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. Eid el-Kabir falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and coincides with the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage. The festival honours Ibrahim’s devotion and God’s mercy, as God provided a ram to sacrifice instead of his son. It symbolises faith, obedience, and the spirit of sacrifice. Muslims around the…
Muslims observing Eid el-Adah in Lagos, Nigeria. | Youtube Screenshot / africanews As Muslims across the globe celebrate this year’s Islamic festival of Eid el-Adah, also known as Eid-el-Kabir, on Sunday, 16 June, Nigeria’s Christian and political leaders extended hands of fellowship to Muslims in the country, calling for reconciliation, understanding, and peaceful coexistence. The Eid el-Adah festival is held across the Muslim world annually in honor of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) for his willingness to sacrifice his son to Allah (God). Unlike in the Biblical narrative where God tells Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, the Quran speaks about Ishmael. Seeing…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Russian security forces stormed on June 16 a detention center in Rostov-on-Don, killing at least some of the prisoners who took two prison staff members hostage, state-owned news agency TASS reported.Six prisoners, some of whom were accused of links to the Islamic State terrorist group, took the two employees hostage on the morning of June 16. The attackers were armed with a pocket knife, a rubber baton, and a fire axe but failed to take possession of a firearm, Russian law enforcement agencies…
Members of the Taliban have shared an audio file of Sheikh Abdul Ali Deobandi on X, in which he declares that teaching women to read and write, even at home, is prohibited.Ziaullah Hashmi, the spokesperson for the Taliban’s Ministry of Higher Education, reposted the file, calling it an “important fatwa”.In the audio file, Sheikh Abdul Ali Deobandi cites narratives from the early days of Islam, asserting that women are not allowed to attend congregational prayers or learn to write.This Taliban mufti criticises Islamic countries that grant women the right to education, stating that while these countries are called “Islamic,” they…
TEHRAN –The number of top Iranian universities and research institutes in the Essential Science Indicators (ESI) database has increased from 115 last year to 134 this year, ranking the country 14th worldwide, and second among Islamic countries, the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC) has reported.Essential Science Indicators, or ESI, is a fundamental analysis and evaluation tool that reveals emerging science trends, as well as the performance of influential individuals, academic institutions, papers, journals, countries, and regions in various fields of scientific research. A total of 9,019 universities and research institutes in all subject areas are ranked by the ESI…
The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal will hold a sitting at Coonoor in the Nilgiris on June 18 and 19 to hear views from the public on the Central Government’s notification declaring Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) as an unlawful association.The Tribunal presided over by Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, Judge of the Delhi High Court, will hold sitting at the Municipal Council Hall on Mount Road at Coonoor in the Nilgiris on the two days from 10 a.m. A release said that those interested in giving evidence to the Tribunal, may file their affidavits in duplicate to Jitendra Pratap Singh, Registrar,…
Flag of Hizb ut-Tahrir (Creative Commons) Published: 17 June 2024Last updated: 17 June 2024 The Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) has called for the banning of Hizb ut-Tahrir following a news investigation which shows the terrorist group is gaining strength in Australia. Nine media published an investigation last weekend which identified widespread Hizb ut-Tahrir in the Australian pro-Palestine movement. Hizb ut-Tahrir is an international Islamic fundamentalist political organisation which believes in the establishment of an international Islamic caliphate, imposing Muslim law across the world. It has been banned as a terrorist organisation in dozens of countries including the UK, Germany,…
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Muslims in Asia on Monday celebrated Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, with food and prayers for people in Gaza suffering from the Israel-Hamas war.One of the biggest Islamic holidays, the occasion commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s test of faith through slaughtering livestock and animals and distributing the meat to the poor. It’s a joyous occasion for which food is a hallmark where devout Muslims buy and slaughter animals and share two-thirds of the meat with the poor and it’s a revered observance that coincides with the final rites of the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. Much…
Russian special forces freed two prison guards and shot dead six inmates linked to the Islamic State militant group who had taken them hostage at a detention center in the southern city of Rostov on Sunday, Russian media said.State media said that some of the men had been convicted of terrorism offenses and were accused of affiliation with the Islamic State militant group, which claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall in March.The six hostage takers, one of whom wore a headband with the flag used by the Islamic State that bears an Arabic inscription,…
Eid ul-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice or Bakrid, holds profound significance in Islam and is celebrated with immense joy and devotion by Muslims worldwide. History of Eid ul-AdhaThe story of Ibrahim and Isma’il’s sacrifice is mentioned in the Quran (Surah As-Saffat, verses 99-113), which emphasizes the profound act of submission and devotion to God. Also Read: Eid-ul-adha 2024: Is the Indian market shut on Monday for Bakri Eid? According to Islamic tradition, Ibrahim received a divine command in a dream to sacrifice his beloved son, Isma’il (Ishmael), as a test of his faith. As Ibrahim prepared to…
Two Midjourney AI-generated photos with prompts of architectural description for Bab al-Sala gate: (B) generated with 67 characters and (A) with 1862 characters, where (A) is more realistic. The prompts were produced with the help of ChatGPT. Credit: DOI: 10.3390/buildings14030786 Images generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) have revolutionized architectural design processes, offering architects the agility to produce highly sophisticated and imaginative designs. However, in spheres immersed with culture, sensitivity and religion as in the case of Islamic architecture, AI-generated depictions usually fail to correctly present the nuanced understanding of historical Islamic elements and their interpretations, according to research published in…
There are two most prominent festivals of Musmils i.e., Eid Ul Fitr and Bakra Eid. Eid Ul Fitr falls in the month of April and Eid Ul Adha is celebrated in the month of Dhul Hijjah, the Twelfth month according to the Islamic Lunar Calendar. This festival is celebrated across the world by all Muslims. Bakra Eid or Eid Ul Adha is being celebrated today i.e., on June 17, 2024. Hajj Pilgrimage also takes place in the same month when all Muslims visit to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Sighting of the crescent Moon marks the beginning of the Islamic month…
Paramedics carry a Muslim pilgrim for a medical check after he fell down due to a heat stroke near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Masses of pilgrims on Sunday embarked on a symbolic stoning of the devil in Saudi Arabia, which marks the final days of the Hajj, or Islamic pilgrimage, and the start of the Eid al-Adha celebrations for Muslims around the world. Rafiq Maqbool/AP hide caption toggle caption Rafiq Maqbool/AP MINA, Saudi Arabia — Masses of pilgrims on Sunday embarked on a symbolic stoning of the devil in Saudi Arabia under…
The Leiden University Centre for Islamic Thought and History (LUCITH) is hosting a two-day in-person conference on the topic of monotheism in medieval Islamic thought. Organiser: Leiden University Centre for Islamic Thought and History (LUCITH)Conference Date: 3-5 February 2025Conference Location: Leiden University, Leiden, The NetherlandsAbstract Deadline: 31st of October 2024Although Islamic theology is famous for its radical emphasis on monotheism, the study of the historical, scriptural, theological, philosophical, mystical, and ideological conceptualizations of monotheism within Islamic thought has been surprisingly lacking. Although many studies have been written on how different Muslim thinkers have discussed divine nature, essence and attributes, few…
Doha, June 17 (QNA) – Experts and researchers in the field of religions have emphasized that the culture of tolerance is deeply rooted in the essence of Islamic Sharia. They noted that the practical implementation of this principle by Muslims since the advent of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) has reinforced tolerance, promoting coexistence among people regardless of their diverse beliefs and ideas. In statements to the Qatar News Agency (QNA) on the occasion of the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, which is observed annually on June 18, the experts stressed that tolerance is a fundamental principle…
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Muslims in Asia on Monday celebrated Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, with food and prayers for people in Gaza suffering from the Israel-Hamas war.One of the biggest Islamic holidays, the occasion commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s test of faith through slaughtering livestock and animals and distributing the meat to the poor. It’s a joyous occasion for which food is a hallmark where devout Muslims buy and slaughter animals and share two-thirds of the meat with the poor and it’s a revered observance that coincides with the final rites of the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.Much of Asia,…
The Spanish Civil Guard operation was in cooperation with Europol and the FBI Earlier this season Champions League games were threatened by Islamic State LISTEN to It’s All Kicking Off! How Kylian Mbappe has shown ‘astounding’ leadership Islamic State terrorists were ordered to shoot at Real Madrid players, according to reports from Spain after the Civil Guard dismantled one of the organisation’s propaganda centres. According to Spanish outlet El Confidencial, the self-styled I’lam Foundation – one of the biggest Propaganda sources connected with Islamic State – was taken down by the Spanish Civil Guard Information Service.The report claims that the operation uncovered a…
Islamic State prisoners who took two guards hostage in a Russian jail have been killed and their captives freed, officials said on Sunday.Authorities in the southern Rostov region said they had brought the siege to a swift end, killing the hostage-takers. The prison guards were unharmed, they added.The prison service had earlier reported that the two guards had been taken hostage by an unspecified number of Islamic State detainees at Rostov’s Detention Centre 1, and that negotiations were going on.But a short time later, it issued a statement: “During a special operation … the criminals were liquidated and the employees…
Unleashing the Potential of Islamic Finance: Global Perspectives on Achieving the SDGs with Islamic Finance Tools & Concepts, a new report from the International Federation of Accountants, Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and the World Bank Group Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Finance Hub in Malaysia (World Bank) looks at the opportunities presented by Islamic finance, practical examples of its usage from Malaysia, and future pathways towards addressing challenges and unlocking the full potential of Islamic finance to support the SDGs. The report was released at the ‘Innovation in Sustainable Development: Islamic Finance Paving the Way’ event hosted by MIA in Kuala Lumpur featuring a keynote…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke by phone with the leaders of several Muslim countries, whom he congratulated on the holiday of Kurban Bayram, expressing hope for peace in the Islamic world and emphasizing the importance of the unity of all Muslims, Anadolu Agency reported, quoted by BTA. The Islamic world is celebrating Eid al-Adha with sadness because of Israel’s oppression in Gaza, Erdogan told Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif yesterday, on the first day of the holiday. The Turkish leader spoke on the phone with Sharif to convey Eid al-Fitr greetings to him and the Pakistani people, the social…
Images generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) have revolutionized architectural design processes, offering architects the ability to produce highly sophisticated and imaginative designs.However, in spheres immersed with culture, sensitivity and religion as in the case of Islamic architecture, AI-generated depictions usually fail to correctly present the nuanced understanding of historical Islamic elements and their interpretations, according to a new research published in the journal Buildings.”In recent years, the widespread adoption of AI-image generators like Stable Diffusion and Midjourney have revolutionized architectural design processes, offering architects the ability to produce sophisticated and imaginative designs,” says the research’s main author Dr. Ahmad W.…
By Darya Tarasova and Alex Stambaugh, CNN (CNN) — Two employees of a pre-trial detention center in the southern Russian city of Rostov-on-Don have been rescued after they were held hostage by six detainees in the facility for several hours on Sunday morning, according to Russian state media. The Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia in the Rostov region said the detainees were “eliminated” and the employees who were held were released without any injury, state news agency RIA Novosti reported. Earlier, Russian state news agency TASS reported that some of the detainees involved were being held in pre-trial detention for cases of terrorist crimes and have links to the Islamic…
Russian special forces freed two prison guards and shot dead six inmates linked to the Islamic State militant group who had taken them hostage at a detention centre in the southern city of Rostov on Sunday, Russian media said.State media said that some of the men had been convicted of terrorism offences and were accused of affiliation with the Islamic State militant group, which claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall in March.The six hostage takers, one of whom wore a headband with the flag used by the Islamic State that bears an Arabic inscription, knocked…
Eid-ul-Adha is a very auspicious festival celebrated across the world by Muslims on the 10th of Dhu-al-Hijjah of the Islamic calendar. Here are the 50 best wishes, messages and quotesHappy Eid-ul-Adha 2024Sudeep Singh Rawat New Delhi Eid-ul-Adha, which is also known as Bakrid, is celebrated every year by Muslims across the world. On this special day, friends meet and enjoy meals like mutton biryani and kheer. This holy festival is celebrated every year on the 10th of Dhu-al-Hijjah of the Islamic calendar. This day celebrates the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim to Allah, who was about to sacrifice his son Ismail…