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Huda's Islam Blog September 2006 Archive

By Huda, About.com Guide to Islam since 1998

Listen to the Qur'an Online

Thursday September 28, 2006
During Ramadan, Muslims try to read as much of the Qur'an as they can. At your fingertips online, you can listen to the Qur'an being recited in Arabic by ... Read More

"Parched Thirst"

Monday September 25, 2006
Did you know? The word Ramadan in Arabic means dry earth, or "parched thirst." More than anything else, the fasting Muslim usually feels a strong sense of thirst ... Read More

Ramadan Has Begun

Saturday September 23, 2006
Ramadan, the Month of Mercy and Blessings, has begun in some parts of the world. In most of North America and the Middle East, and parts of Europe and ... Read More

Ramadan to start this weekend

Wednesday September 20, 2006
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, will likely begin on either Saturday or Sunday in most parts of the world. Every day during this month, Muslims spend ... Read More

Ramadan Books for Adults

Sunday September 17, 2006
If you are looking beyond a basic introduction to the Islamic month of fasting, these books go deeper into the spiritual meaning of Ramadan and the details of the fast. ... Read More

9/11 - Five Years Later

Sunday September 10, 2006
In the aftermath of the violence and horror of 9/11, criticisms were made that Muslim leaders and organizations were not outspoken enough in denouncing acts of terrorism. Muslims are constantly ... Read More

Ramadan Glossary

Tuesday September 5, 2006
"During Ramadan, Muslims enjoy the iftar after the adhan for maghrib prayer." What do all these Arabic words mean?! Check the Ramadan glossary to find the definitions and ... Read More
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