Hajj tips
A friend had asked me to email him some tips on Hajj for a presentation that he was preparing for Hajis-to-be. Thought I’d reproduce the email here as it may be beneficial to some. The…
Author: Arif Vakil
Shame…shame…puppy shame.
I don’t know about you, but I really feel I need to go around life with blinders on. Even if there was something worthwhile to watch on TV, I never know when a shameful scene…
A few Quotes from Tuesday’s with Morrie
I read this bestseller quite some time back, after Ali informed me that it’s audiobook has been quite a hit on iTunes. Although not a spiritual classic and not a book that I would strongly…
Jeez, What right do I have to moan about anything.
Yesterday, me, my brother and dad happened to be at Acura hospital. Nothing serious, just regular aches and pains. By the time we were done, it was prayer time. We went ahead and offered prayers…
A little bit of Fear is a Good thing
He Who Fears Will Mind (Quran Chapter 87: Verse 10) “Greed is Good?” I think not. However, a little bit of Fear can take you a long way. Fear (in proportion) and conflict are necessary…
A Beautiful Quote that brings to perspective the worth of this Dunya.
“What is your condition? You feel satisfied with what little you have secured from this world while much of the next world of which you have been deprived does not grieve you. The little…
An empowering Quote by Gandhi-ji
“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.” Mahatma Gandhi Indian political and spiritual leader (1869 – 1948)
Ramadhan is ending…
Let’s make the most of what’s left. ******** O Jabir! Whoever during the month of Ramadhan, fasts in its days, stands up for prayers in parts of the night, controls his desires and emotions, puts…
On Taking Risks and Pursuing Your Dreams – A Quote
I’ve learned the importance of taking the risk to pursue your dreams. There is nothing worse than looking back over your life at what you should have tried, should have done, or should have said-…
No Pun, no Fun – (Part 3)
Don’t you just love puns. Click here for No pun, no Fun (Part 1) and here for (Part 2). I wondered why the baseball was getting bigger. Then it hit me.. Police were called to…