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1. The aqd of nikah can only be in written form for those who cannot utter it verbally (genuine disability); otherwise it must be pronounced. 2. It must be in ‘Arabic. If there is no one who can recite it in ‘Arabic then only is it to be read in the ...

1. The aqd of nikah can only be in written form fo...

“O you who believe! Do not go near salaa when you are ....junub (in the state of janaba) until you have purified yourselves...” Suratun Nisa - 4:43 “O you who believe! When you stand up for salaa.....if you are junub, then purify (yourselves).” Surat...

“O you who believe! Do not go near salaa when you ...

This should be seen as an opportunity for spiritual and personal growth – a growing up time for a new beginning. It is time to get to know one’s own nafs better and the nafs of one’s intended spouse, to build the proper spiritual foundation with whic...

This should be seen as an opportunity for spiritua...

“ ... And give the women their mahr as a gift...” Suratun Nisa’ - 4:4 In the aqd of nikah, the husband undertakes to present a suitable gift to his wife. It is not ‘bride price’, nor is it a recompense for her services and neither is it something to ...

“ ... And give the women their mahr as a gift...” ...

A successful marriage, and thus a successful family and subsequently a successful community begins well before the selection of a spouse! It begins with oneself first! Educating and preparing oneself in the formative years before marriage! Ask yourse...

A successful marriage, and thus a successful famil...

1. Suratu Taha – To be worn as tawidh. Recite on water and drink 2. Suratul Ahzab 3. Suratul Mumtahana 5x every day. 4. Aya 36 of Suratu Yasin 11x after SalatutTahajjud for 40 days 5. Dua Al-Mashlool for 40 days 6. Recite the following dua after givi...

1. Suratu Taha – To be worn as tawidh. Recite on w...

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni 1 teaspoon salt 1 quart water 1/2 cup chopped green onion 1 cup chopped red, orange, and or yellow bell peppers, seeded and de-stemmed 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, packed 2 cans of tuna, packed in olive o...

Ingredients 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni 1 teasp...

Ingredients 3-4 fresh large tomatoes, sliced 1/2 red onion, sliced 2 avocados, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 garlic clove, minced 2 teaspoons dried oregano Vinegar Extra virgin olive oil (the best quality) Sal...

Ingredients 3-4 fresh large tomatoes, sliced 1/2 ...

Ingredients 1 15-oz can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1 15-oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 15-oz can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 2 celery stalks, chopped fine 1/2 red onion, chopped fine 1 cup fresh, finely chopped flat-leaf ...

Ingredients 1 15-oz can cannellini beans, rinsed ...

Ingredients 1 fennel bulb, shaved paper thin with a mandoline or meat slicer 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon of chopped fresh thyme leaves 1 Tbsp chopped flat-leafed parsley 2 Tbsp shaved Parmesan cheese Method ...

Ingredients 1 fennel bulb, shaved paper thin with...

Ingredients 1/2 pound (about 2 cups) macaroni pasta Salt 2 (7-ounce) cans salmon 1/2 cup mayonnaise (plus more to taste or for added smoothness) 1 teaspoon mustard 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1/3 cup chopped shallots, red onions, or gre...

Ingredients 1/2 pound (about 2 cups) macaroni pas...

Ingredients 1 14.5-ounce can white beans, drained but not rinsed 2 Tbsp chopped red onion A squeeze of lemon juice 2 teaspoons vinegar 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dry herbs de provence (crumbled) OR 1 teaspoon of some combination of f...

Ingredients 1 14.5-ounce can white beans, drained...

Ingredients 1 bunch of beets, leaves removed (save them for beet greens!) - about 4 or 5 medium sized 2 large navel oranges, peels cut off with a small small knife and sliced 1 bunch of arugula leaves, cleaned, and any thick stems removed Several th...

Ingredients 1 bunch of beets, leaves removed (sav...

Ingredients 2 cups of grated carrots (from about 3 carrots) 1 cup of grated fresh beets (from about 1 medium sized peeled beet) 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 teaspoon paprika (sweet, not hot) 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Small pinch ...

Ingredients 2 cups of grated carrots (from about ...

Ingredients 1 lb fresh green beans, strings removed, ends snapped off, cut in half into about 1 1/2 inch length pieces 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped 2 Tbsp lime juice or vinegar 1 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (Mexi...

Ingredients 1 lb fresh green beans, strings remov...

Ingredients 2 teaspoons anchovy paste or 2-4 canned anchovies 1 small garlic clove, minced 3/4 cup mayonnaise 3/4 cup sour cream 1/2 cup chopped parsley 1/4 cup chopped tarragon 3 Tbsp chopped chives 2 Tbsp lemon juice Salt and black pepper to taste...

Ingredients 2 teaspoons anchovy paste or 2-4 cann...

Ingredients 16-ounces frozen petite peas (do not thaw) 6 ounces smokehouse almonds, rinsed to take off the excess salt, chopped (preferably by hand) 1/2 cup chopped green onions 8 ounces chopped water chestnuts 2/3 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp yellow curry ...

Ingredients 16-ounces frozen petite peas (do not ...

Ingredients 2 cups (about 1/2 lb) dry macaroni pasta (use rice pasta for gluten-free version) Salt 1 hard boiled egg, chopped 1 roasted red bell pepper*, chopped 1 Tbsp fresh chopped parsley 1/4 cup chopped spring onion or green onion 1/2 teaspoon l...

Ingredients 2 cups (about 1/2 lb) dry macaroni pa...

Ingredients 1 lb carrots (with small cores) peeled and coarsely grated 1/2 cup golden or crimson raisins 1/4 cup olive oil 2 Tbsp honey 2 Tbsp + 2 tsp freshly juiced lemon juice 2 Tbsp + 2 tsp orange flower water 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teasp...

Ingredients 1 lb carrots (with small cores) peele...

Ingredients 3 pounds medium red onions 2 Tbsp olive oil Kosher salt 1 teaspoon mustard 2 teaspoons minced shallot 1 teaspoon salt 1 Tbsp minced rosemary 1 garlic clove, minced 3 Tbsp vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil Method 1 Peel the onions, then cut in ...

Ingredients 3 pounds medium red onions 2 Tbsp oli...

Ingredients 1 avocado, peeled and sliced 1 grapefruit, peeled, segmented, seeds removed Boston lettuce or butter lettuce (optional) 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 Tbsp plum jam, or strawberry or other berry jam 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice Salt and pepper Method...

Ingredients 1 avocado, peeled and sliced 1 grapef...