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Shamsuddin Waheed
http://shamsuddinwaheed.blogspot.com
Shamsuddin Waheed is a blog where I post my various articles on Islam. I am an Imam and Arabic instructor. This blog includes my thoughts on Islamic spirituality and philosophy. It also has some of my thoughts on the Qur'an.
Recent Posts
Abraham: father of all nations, a goodly model
There is for you an excellent example (to follow) in Abraham and those with him..[Qur'an 60:4]'Eid Ul-Ad-haa, Imams and orators worldwide undoubtedly mentioned the story of the sacrifice, as given in scripture, wherein Abraham was ready to take the l...
Enhancement: the goal of Islam
"The best of you in [the days of] Islam is also the best of you in the days of ignorance" [Hadeeth, related in Bukhari, Al Adab al Mufrad 7: 71:129]There is a great emphasis on change in today's world. It's a powerful word that everyone uses. The wi...
Arifin Imports and Publications
It is my pleasure to formally announce the opening of Arifin Imports & Publications. Our mission is to provide quality items relating to the teachings of Islam, Muslim culture and history, while being faithful to the text of the Qur'an and Sunnah...
The guidance of religion vs. personal whims
Islam is a faith that asserts itself, in very clear and strong language, to be a faith that is completely detailed [Qur'an 6:114]. The last verse revealed to the Prophet Muhammad himself, Sall-Allahu 'alayhi wa sallam, asserts that Islam has been cho...
Problems in your Masjid? thoughts on the Mosque in Islam and Western society
The Mosque in the WestIt should be noted, first and foremost, that the role of the Masjid [Mosque] in the Western context is very different from that in the Muslim world. In the Muslim world, the mosque is simply a place of prayer.Some Mosques will h...
Ramadan Al-Mubaarak: thoughts on the fasting month
The above Arabic title stems from the traditional greeting "Blessed Ramadan" [Ramadan Mubaarak]. Certainly even the most non-observant Muslim finds the month of Ramadan to be one of great joy, laughter and family gatherings. Perhaps its cultural impa...

