Of Hearts and Light
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
One day we will be brought forth When the love of the past will be completely gone And hearts will fly like dust in air And alone in darkness you will stand. No one will be with you then And...
Posted on December 11, 2007 at 1:17 PM | Comments (0)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
One day we will be brought forth When the love of the past will be completely gone And hearts will fly like dust in air And alone in darkness you will stand. No one will be with you then And...
Posted on December 11, 2007 at 1:17 PM | Comments (0)
What Happened to Tranquility?
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This is the tale of a lover's lament. I remember every day and moment we spent, The sweetness and sakina that we had together. And it is a longing which I love to return to. I embraced and held you...
Posted on December 5, 2007 at 9:17 AM | Comments (1)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This is the tale of a lover's lament. I remember every day and moment we spent, The sweetness and sakina that we had together. And it is a longing which I love to return to. I embraced and held you...
Posted on December 5, 2007 at 9:17 AM | Comments (1)
The Good Inside of Us
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Religion has always been the greatest method of social and self reform; which is why it’s strongest base has always been from the poor, the oppressed, and the weak. "O ye that believe! Fear Allah, and believe in His Messenger,...
Posted on April 20, 2007 at 12:02 AM | Comments (4)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Religion has always been the greatest method of social and self reform; which is why it’s strongest base has always been from the poor, the oppressed, and the weak. "O ye that believe! Fear Allah, and believe in His Messenger,...
Posted on April 20, 2007 at 12:02 AM | Comments (4)
Perceptions of a Muslim:
Caught Red Handed
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
If you have ever known me, then you know that I just don't do certain things; like buying from Starbucks, going to Wal-mart, or buying from Exxon-Mobil. What then if you saw me; kufi, beard and all carrying a cup...
Posted on April 14, 2007 at 12:01 AM | Comments (5)
Caught Red Handed
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
If you have ever known me, then you know that I just don't do certain things; like buying from Starbucks, going to Wal-mart, or buying from Exxon-Mobil. What then if you saw me; kufi, beard and all carrying a cup...
Posted on April 14, 2007 at 12:01 AM | Comments (5)
Jumu'a Woes
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Let's say I were to give a khutbah tomorrow and talk about something so important such as racism and nationalism in Muslim Society. What do you think would happen.? Let me give you a little perspective into what I have...
Posted on March 30, 2007 at 12:57 AM | Comments (1)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Let's say I were to give a khutbah tomorrow and talk about something so important such as racism and nationalism in Muslim Society. What do you think would happen.? Let me give you a little perspective into what I have...
Posted on March 30, 2007 at 12:57 AM | Comments (1)
Dedicated to Ahmed
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
"The Believers are but a single Brotherhood: So make peace and reconciliation between your two (contending) brothers; and fear Allah, that ye may receive Mercy." (Qu'ran 49:10) How many times will I have to call them These Muslim Brothers with...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 10:40 PM | Comments (0)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
"The Believers are but a single Brotherhood: So make peace and reconciliation between your two (contending) brothers; and fear Allah, that ye may receive Mercy." (Qu'ran 49:10) How many times will I have to call them These Muslim Brothers with...
Posted on March 27, 2007 at 10:40 PM | Comments (0)
I write better than I speak: A Khutbah about Brotherhood
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Part 1 Download Here (14MB)(MP3 player required) Part 2 Download Here (11 MB)(MP3 player required)...
Posted on March 24, 2007 at 11:29 PM | Comments (0)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Part 1 Download Here (14MB)(MP3 player required) Part 2 Download Here (11 MB)(MP3 player required)...
Posted on March 24, 2007 at 11:29 PM | Comments (0)
The Practical Guide to Hajj, part1
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The Beginning; How to pick a group 1. Try to go with a smaller group, 50 people at most. Your group will be more organized and you will have an easier time getting your questions answered. 2. Make sure...
Posted on December 13, 2006 at 12:29 AM | Comments (5)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The Beginning; How to pick a group 1. Try to go with a smaller group, 50 people at most. Your group will be more organized and you will have an easier time getting your questions answered. 2. Make sure...
Posted on December 13, 2006 at 12:29 AM | Comments (5)
Just War
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Press play above, or download it here (22MB)...
Posted on July 29, 2006 at 7:50 AM | Comments (4)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Press play above, or download it here (22MB)...
Posted on July 29, 2006 at 7:50 AM | Comments (4)
An Ode to TV...Farewell!
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Buh-bye to the old cathode ray tube.
Posted on May 17, 2006 at 4:23 AM | Comments (46)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Buh-bye to the old cathode ray tube.
Posted on May 17, 2006 at 4:23 AM | Comments (46)
A Pakistani Bombing
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I wonder what was going on in that bomber’s head
as he blew up that mosque in Pakistan.
Posted on April 15, 2006 at 1:35 AM | Comments (57)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I wonder what was going on in that bomber’s head
as he blew up that mosque in Pakistan.
Posted on April 15, 2006 at 1:35 AM | Comments (57)
Springtime...Out of Hibernation in Hidaya and in the Ummah, Insha Allah
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
So Alhamdullilah, I just bought a pair of sneakers. But not just any pair…I am an owner os a shoe that will insha Allah put an end to the tyranny of evil megacorporations on our brothers and sisters working...
Posted on March 14, 2006 at 1:47 AM | Comments (6)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
So Alhamdullilah, I just bought a pair of sneakers. But not just any pair…I am an owner os a shoe that will insha Allah put an end to the tyranny of evil megacorporations on our brothers and sisters working...
Posted on March 14, 2006 at 1:47 AM | Comments (6)
Sermons of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him)
Part 2 of 3
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
[This sermon was delivered on the Ninth Day of Dhul-Hijjah 10 A.H. in the 'Uranah valley of Mount Arafat' in Mecca.] After praising and thanking Allah the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "O People, lend me an...
Posted on January 24, 2006 at 11:50 AM | Comments (20)
Part 2 of 3
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
[This sermon was delivered on the Ninth Day of Dhul-Hijjah 10 A.H. in the 'Uranah valley of Mount Arafat' in Mecca.] After praising and thanking Allah the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "O People, lend me an...
Posted on January 24, 2006 at 11:50 AM | Comments (20)
Sermons of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him)
Part 1 of 3
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
In 630 C.E., prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) led an expedition to Tabuk. At Tabuk he delivered a classical address which provides glimpses of his message. After praising Allah T'ala and thanking Him, the Prophet said: Verily...
Posted on January 7, 2006 at 2:29 AM | Comments (12)
Part 1 of 3
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
In 630 C.E., prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) led an expedition to Tabuk. At Tabuk he delivered a classical address which provides glimpses of his message. After praising Allah T'ala and thanking Him, the Prophet said: Verily...
Posted on January 7, 2006 at 2:29 AM | Comments (12)
Feb 26th 2003, 2:15pm
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I was just looking through my journal and found this entry: There is a great feeling that comes from achievement. For reasons beyond my ability of explanation I will easily say that the stress and mental & physical burden that...
Posted on December 17, 2005 at 1:31 AM | Comments (3)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I was just looking through my journal and found this entry: There is a great feeling that comes from achievement. For reasons beyond my ability of explanation I will easily say that the stress and mental & physical burden that...
Posted on December 17, 2005 at 1:31 AM | Comments (3)
The Dunya and the Nafs.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The boat was sinking. Drowning more likely. The wave of flesh after flesh, desire after desire -- entering the heart, weighing it down with the heavy burden of the displeasure of Allah. The ship couldn't have taken much more. It...
Posted on December 3, 2005 at 12:18 PM | Comments (20)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The boat was sinking. Drowning more likely. The wave of flesh after flesh, desire after desire -- entering the heart, weighing it down with the heavy burden of the displeasure of Allah. The ship couldn't have taken much more. It...
Posted on December 3, 2005 at 12:18 PM | Comments (20)
WWPMPBUHD?
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him) would say salaam to all
Posted on November 23, 2005 at 9:05 PM | Comments (20)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him) would say salaam to all
Posted on November 23, 2005 at 9:05 PM | Comments (20)
I write better than I speak;
A Khutbah about fasting after Ramadan.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Part 1 Download Here (9MB)(MP3 player required) Part 2 Download Here (11 MB)(MP3 player required)...
Posted on November 12, 2005 at 4:14 PM | Comments (13)
A Khutbah about fasting after Ramadan.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Part 1 Download Here (9MB)(MP3 player required) Part 2 Download Here (11 MB)(MP3 player required)...
Posted on November 12, 2005 at 4:14 PM | Comments (13)
Don't worry Muhammad Irfan.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Dedicated to my man, Muhammad Irfan. Always fear Allah, and insha Allah you'll be alright. I say Muhammad, Muhammad Irfan I say he’s our man, Let’s raise him up to Amir if we can. Let’s subject him to fitnah Let’s...
Posted on October 29, 2005 at 2:03 AM | Comments (5)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Dedicated to my man, Muhammad Irfan. Always fear Allah, and insha Allah you'll be alright. I say Muhammad, Muhammad Irfan I say he’s our man, Let’s raise him up to Amir if we can. Let’s subject him to fitnah Let’s...
Posted on October 29, 2005 at 2:03 AM | Comments (5)
My Third Marriage Article
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A continuation of Talal's adventures. Btw, these articles have nothing to do with marriage.
Posted on October 15, 2005 at 2:59 AM | Comments (5)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A continuation of Talal's adventures. Btw, these articles have nothing to do with marriage.
Posted on October 15, 2005 at 2:59 AM | Comments (5)
Racism and Prejudice.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
In America, the removal of racism and prejudice from society has gotten better. But what good is better when it is still bad?
Do we not see that we have to become color-blind, group-blind, and nation-blind in order to move on? We have to start judging by justice and not by our whims. We each belong to some group or another, but we have to be smart and objective and not let these attachments get in the way of our being on right side
Posted on October 8, 2005 at 3:09 AM | Comments (20)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
In America, the removal of racism and prejudice from society has gotten better. But what good is better when it is still bad?
Do we not see that we have to become color-blind, group-blind, and nation-blind in order to move on? We have to start judging by justice and not by our whims. We each belong to some group or another, but we have to be smart and objective and not let these attachments get in the way of our being on right side
Posted on October 8, 2005 at 3:09 AM | Comments (20)
Gimme some more of that Ramadan Goodness.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
For most Muslims, Ramadan is a month of relief...and I can't wait for it to come. Most atheists and agnostic will claim that all religions are non-spiritual, a mere set of rules and regulations that you must follow or an...
Posted on October 1, 2005 at 6:05 PM | Comments (4)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
For most Muslims, Ramadan is a month of relief...and I can't wait for it to come. Most atheists and agnostic will claim that all religions are non-spiritual, a mere set of rules and regulations that you must follow or an...
Posted on October 1, 2005 at 6:05 PM | Comments (4)
A Thing or Two about Katrina
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
"According to UNICEF, 30,000 children die each day due to poverty. And they die quietly in some of the poorest villages on earth, far removed from the scrutiny and the conscience of the world. Being meek and weak in life...
Posted on September 11, 2005 at 6:32 PM | Comments (4)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
"According to UNICEF, 30,000 children die each day due to poverty. And they die quietly in some of the poorest villages on earth, far removed from the scrutiny and the conscience of the world. Being meek and weak in life...
Posted on September 11, 2005 at 6:32 PM | Comments (4)
Gas Prices
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Is it fair for us to sit and complain about the skyrocketing oil prices when in Iraq -- the country already sitting on 1/3 of the world's oil -- people have to wait half a day or maybe more at gasoline stations to fill up cars with gas, and to fill up kersone and diesel containers for heating and lighting?
Posted on September 3, 2005 at 4:32 PM | Comments (7)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Is it fair for us to sit and complain about the skyrocketing oil prices when in Iraq -- the country already sitting on 1/3 of the world's oil -- people have to wait half a day or maybe more at gasoline stations to fill up cars with gas, and to fill up kersone and diesel containers for heating and lighting?
Posted on September 3, 2005 at 4:32 PM | Comments (7)
How Does it Compare?
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Explaining Qu'ran through calculus.
Posted on August 6, 2005 at 2:01 AM | Comments (13)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Explaining Qu'ran through calculus.
Posted on August 6, 2005 at 2:01 AM | Comments (13)
Homework Assignment #9
(Remind Yourself)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
For the covenants (of security and safeguard enjoyed) by the Quraish, Their covenants (covering) journeys by winter and summer,- Let them adore the Lord of this House, Who provides them with food against hunger, and with security against fear (of...
Posted on July 31, 2005 at 2:24 AM | Comments (3)
(Remind Yourself)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
For the covenants (of security and safeguard enjoyed) by the Quraish, Their covenants (covering) journeys by winter and summer,- Let them adore the Lord of this House, Who provides them with food against hunger, and with security against fear (of...
Posted on July 31, 2005 at 2:24 AM | Comments (3)
Killing Muslims
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
As many of you may know, the latests bombings in Sharm El-sheikh have killed almost 100 people, most of them low-income, hard working Muslims trying to make some money to feed their families. This, and many other events are very...
Posted on July 24, 2005 at 3:03 PM | Comments (6)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
As many of you may know, the latests bombings in Sharm El-sheikh have killed almost 100 people, most of them low-income, hard working Muslims trying to make some money to feed their families. This, and many other events are very...
Posted on July 24, 2005 at 3:03 PM | Comments (6)
Control your Anger
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
“No misfortune can happen on earth or in your souls but is recorded in a decree before We bring it into existence: That is truly easy for Allah. In order that ye may not despair over matters that pass you...
Posted on July 16, 2005 at 2:31 PM | Comments (6)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
“No misfortune can happen on earth or in your souls but is recorded in a decree before We bring it into existence: That is truly easy for Allah. In order that ye may not despair over matters that pass you...
Posted on July 16, 2005 at 2:31 PM | Comments (6)
Homework Assignment #8
(The Salaam)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
...But if ye enter houses, salute each other - a greeting of blessing and purity as from Allah. Thus does Allah make clear the signs to you: that ye may understand. (Surat Al-Nur, 61) When a (courteous) greeting is offered...
Posted on July 9, 2005 at 11:26 AM | Comments (22)
(The Salaam)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
...But if ye enter houses, salute each other - a greeting of blessing and purity as from Allah. Thus does Allah make clear the signs to you: that ye may understand. (Surat Al-Nur, 61) When a (courteous) greeting is offered...
Posted on July 9, 2005 at 11:26 AM | Comments (22)
Homework Assignment #7
(Abu Hurairah & His Friend)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Volume 2, Book 21, Number 274: Narrated Abu Huraira: My friend (the Prophet) advised me to do three things and I shall not leave them till I die, these are: To fast three days every month, to offer the Duha...
Posted on June 25, 2005 at 12:09 PM | Comments (2)
(Abu Hurairah & His Friend)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Volume 2, Book 21, Number 274: Narrated Abu Huraira: My friend (the Prophet) advised me to do three things and I shall not leave them till I die, these are: To fast three days every month, to offer the Duha...
Posted on June 25, 2005 at 12:09 PM | Comments (2)
Homework Assignment #6
(The Morning, Evening, & Everything in Between)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
So you've probably noticed that I've been posting my articles mad late. Well, that is because my life has gone from 'I can't find anything to do and I'll just sleep and keep my mind busy all day by thinking...
Posted on June 18, 2005 at 3:16 PM | Comments (2)
(The Morning, Evening, & Everything in Between)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
So you've probably noticed that I've been posting my articles mad late. Well, that is because my life has gone from 'I can't find anything to do and I'll just sleep and keep my mind busy all day by thinking...
Posted on June 18, 2005 at 3:16 PM | Comments (2)
Homework Assignment #5
(Remembering Allah upon waking)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
So (give) glory to Allah, when ye reach eventide and when ye rise in the morning; (Qu'ran, 30:17) Alhamdulillah, Allah subhanna wa taala has let us live to see another morning. We owe thanks to Him for all that He...
Posted on June 11, 2005 at 12:35 PM | Comments (3)
(Remembering Allah upon waking)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
So (give) glory to Allah, when ye reach eventide and when ye rise in the morning; (Qu'ran, 30:17) Alhamdulillah, Allah subhanna wa taala has let us live to see another morning. We owe thanks to Him for all that He...
Posted on June 11, 2005 at 12:35 PM | Comments (3)
Homework Assignment #4
(Remembering Allah before Sleep)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
We created the heavens and the earth and all between them in Six Days, nor did any sense of weariness touch Us.Bear, then, with patience, all that they say, and celebrate the praises of thy Lord, before the rising of...
Posted on June 4, 2005 at 11:34 AM | Comments (2)
(Remembering Allah before Sleep)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
We created the heavens and the earth and all between them in Six Days, nor did any sense of weariness touch Us.Bear, then, with patience, all that they say, and celebrate the praises of thy Lord, before the rising of...
Posted on June 4, 2005 at 11:34 AM | Comments (2)
Homework Assignment #3
(Lost Qu'ran)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Nay, this is a Glorious Qur'an, (Inscribed) in a Tablet Preserved!(Surat Al-Buruj 21-22) Book 004, Number 1726: Ibn Mas'ud reported Allah's Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Wretched is the man who says: I forgot such and...
Posted on May 28, 2005 at 1:30 PM | Comments (3)
(Lost Qu'ran)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Nay, this is a Glorious Qur'an, (Inscribed) in a Tablet Preserved!(Surat Al-Buruj 21-22) Book 004, Number 1726: Ibn Mas'ud reported Allah's Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Wretched is the man who says: I forgot such and...
Posted on May 28, 2005 at 1:30 PM | Comments (3)
Homework Assignment #2
(Continuous Sadaqa)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This week I want everyone, insha Allah, to do something that will continue to benefit them when they are in the grave. You can plant a fruit-giving tree, donate a book to a Masjid or library, write an article (passing down knowledge), or even donate a fan or a water cooler to a masjid back in the mother country.
Posted on May 14, 2005 at 7:57 PM | Comments (10)
(Continuous Sadaqa)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This week I want everyone, insha Allah, to do something that will continue to benefit them when they are in the grave. You can plant a fruit-giving tree, donate a book to a Masjid or library, write an article (passing down knowledge), or even donate a fan or a water cooler to a masjid back in the mother country.
Posted on May 14, 2005 at 7:57 PM | Comments (10)
Homework Assignment #1
(Fasting)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This week insha Allah I would like everyone who reads this to fast for just ONE day. If you already fast regularly then fast one EXTRA day. If you can't fast for some reason then feed a poor person for one day. If you can't feed a poor person then feed a hungry college student.
Posted on May 7, 2005 at 1:35 PM | Comments (11)
(Fasting)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This week insha Allah I would like everyone who reads this to fast for just ONE day. If you already fast regularly then fast one EXTRA day. If you can't fast for some reason then feed a poor person for one day. If you can't feed a poor person then feed a hungry college student.
Posted on May 7, 2005 at 1:35 PM | Comments (11)
Ramadan Love?
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The reason we never get Ramadan right is because of racism and mistrust.
Posted on April 30, 2005 at 1:50 PM | Comments (11)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The reason we never get Ramadan right is because of racism and mistrust.
Posted on April 30, 2005 at 1:50 PM | Comments (11)
Just Caring
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Surat Al-Doha (The Morning Hours) 1. By the Glorious Morning Light, 2. And by the Night when it is still,- 3. Thy Guardian-Lord hath not forsaken thee, nor is He displeased. 4. And verily the Hereafter will be better for...
Posted on April 16, 2005 at 2:04 AM | Comments (5)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Surat Al-Doha (The Morning Hours) 1. By the Glorious Morning Light, 2. And by the Night when it is still,- 3. Thy Guardian-Lord hath not forsaken thee, nor is He displeased. 4. And verily the Hereafter will be better for...
Posted on April 16, 2005 at 2:04 AM | Comments (5)
It Really had nothing to do with Marriage
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Talal and his wife are now sitting at the restaurant. Simsimma: O my God, Alhamdullilah. I thought we were in trouble back there with the officer. I kept making dua for everything to be safe and… Talal: Honey, I...
Posted on April 2, 2005 at 3:39 PM | Comments (17)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Talal and his wife are now sitting at the restaurant. Simsimma: O my God, Alhamdullilah. I thought we were in trouble back there with the officer. I kept making dua for everything to be safe and… Talal: Honey, I...
Posted on April 2, 2005 at 3:39 PM | Comments (17)
Number Three (Continuation of Number Two)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Talal now finds himself in a tight situation…The sirens flashing in the background. Police Officer: Do you know how fast you were going? Talal looks out his window and sees just a chest. The officer is so massive that...
Posted on March 27, 2005 at 12:45 PM | Comments (41)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Talal now finds himself in a tight situation…The sirens flashing in the background. Police Officer: Do you know how fast you were going? Talal looks out his window and sees just a chest. The officer is so massive that...
Posted on March 27, 2005 at 12:45 PM | Comments (41)
My Second Marriage Article
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Talal sits at home with his new wife Simsimma, drinking a cup of his Bedouin tea and watching the newest arabic reality show, ‘Temptation Jezira’. Simsimma: Hey Talal, after the show can you come with me to the supermarket to...
Posted on March 26, 2005 at 1:15 AM | Comments (15)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Talal sits at home with his new wife Simsimma, drinking a cup of his Bedouin tea and watching the newest arabic reality show, ‘Temptation Jezira’. Simsimma: Hey Talal, after the show can you come with me to the supermarket to...
Posted on March 26, 2005 at 1:15 AM | Comments (15)
The People of Badr
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The people of Badr were the very first to heed the call of Islam. Even though iat that present moment they could not see the victory which Allah would grant them, they persevered. Will we make use of the same opportunity (insha Allah) when it comes?
Posted on March 19, 2005 at 2:54 PM | Comments (10)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The people of Badr were the very first to heed the call of Islam. Even though iat that present moment they could not see the victory which Allah would grant them, they persevered. Will we make use of the same opportunity (insha Allah) when it comes?
Posted on March 19, 2005 at 2:54 PM | Comments (10)
Superheroes, Part 1
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Who is Mr. Incredible?
Posted on March 12, 2005 at 10:22 AM | Comments (6)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Who is Mr. Incredible?
Posted on March 12, 2005 at 10:22 AM | Comments (6)
Ahly & Zamalek
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
An Ode to sports Junkies.
Posted on February 26, 2005 at 7:40 AM | Comments (9)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
An Ode to sports Junkies.
Posted on February 26, 2005 at 7:40 AM | Comments (9)
'Nuff Said
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A.L.M. This is the Book; in it is guidance sure, without doubt, to those who fear Allah. Who believe in the Unseen, are steadfast in prayer, and spend out of what We have provided for them; And who believe in...
Posted on February 19, 2005 at 7:29 AM | Comments (14)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A.L.M. This is the Book; in it is guidance sure, without doubt, to those who fear Allah. Who believe in the Unseen, are steadfast in prayer, and spend out of what We have provided for them; And who believe in...
Posted on February 19, 2005 at 7:29 AM | Comments (14)
The Mercy of Allah,
Subhanna wa Taala
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Alhamdullilah, when you ask for anything from Allah He will grant it; and if not he will give you a recompense in the Akhira. When I was still in Mecca I asked Allah for knowledge and not a few minutes...
Posted on February 12, 2005 at 11:50 AM | Comments (4)
Subhanna wa Taala
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Alhamdullilah, when you ask for anything from Allah He will grant it; and if not he will give you a recompense in the Akhira. When I was still in Mecca I asked Allah for knowledge and not a few minutes...
Posted on February 12, 2005 at 11:50 AM | Comments (4)
Ummah, 1425 A.H.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Author's note: I recommend reading the article "Searching Fitra: Finally Home" before ever venturing to the Masjid Al-Haram. It really helped in preparing my heart for this great journey. Masha Allah. On the day of Arafat, the most blessed day...
Posted on February 5, 2005 at 6:56 AM | Comments (13)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Author's note: I recommend reading the article "Searching Fitra: Finally Home" before ever venturing to the Masjid Al-Haram. It really helped in preparing my heart for this great journey. Masha Allah. On the day of Arafat, the most blessed day...
Posted on February 5, 2005 at 6:56 AM | Comments (13)
This is What Makes Him Cry, Part 5 of 5
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 62-63)
They will not there hear any vain discourse, but only salutations of Peace: And they will have therein their sustenance, morning and evening. Such is the Garden which We give as an inheritance to those of Our servants who guard against Evil.
Posted on February 3, 2005 at 9:53 AM | Comments (2)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 62-63)
They will not there hear any vain discourse, but only salutations of Peace: And they will have therein their sustenance, morning and evening. Such is the Garden which We give as an inheritance to those of Our servants who guard against Evil.
Posted on February 3, 2005 at 9:53 AM | Comments (2)
This is What Makes Him Cry, Part 4 of 5
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 61)
Gardens of Eternity, those which (Allah) Most Gracious has promised to His servants in the Unseen: for His promise must (necessarily) come to pass.
Posted on February 1, 2005 at 1:54 PM | Comments (2)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 61)
Gardens of Eternity, those which (Allah) Most Gracious has promised to His servants in the Unseen: for His promise must (necessarily) come to pass.
Posted on February 1, 2005 at 1:54 PM | Comments (2)
This is What Makes Him Cry, Part 3 of 5
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 60)
Except those who repent and believe, and work righteousness: for these will enter the Garden and will not be wronged in the least,-
Posted on January 29, 2005 at 12:00 AM | Comments (1)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 60)
Except those who repent and believe, and work righteousness: for these will enter the Garden and will not be wronged in the least,-
Posted on January 29, 2005 at 12:00 AM | Comments (1)
This is What Makes Him Cry, Part 2 of 5
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 59)
But after them there followed a posterity who missed prayers and followed after lusts soon, then, will they face Destruction,-
Posted on January 15, 2005 at 1:22 AM | Comments (3)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 59)
But after them there followed a posterity who missed prayers and followed after lusts soon, then, will they face Destruction,-
Posted on January 15, 2005 at 1:22 AM | Comments (3)
This is What Makes Him Cry, Part 1 of 5
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 58)
Whenever the Signs of (Allah) Most Gracious were rehearsed to them, they would fall down in prostrate adoration and in tears.
Posted on December 31, 2004 at 3:25 AM | Comments (7)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
(Surat Marium, 58)
Whenever the Signs of (Allah) Most Gracious were rehearsed to them, they would fall down in prostrate adoration and in tears.
Posted on December 31, 2004 at 3:25 AM | Comments (7)
That Hottie Sister
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
It is interesting to watch Egyptian soap operas, not for any other reason than to see the haggard old ladies with tons and tons of Barbie-doll makeup and 80’s style hairdos convinced in their mind that they are the hottest...
Posted on December 25, 2004 at 1:33 AM | Comments (21)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
It is interesting to watch Egyptian soap operas, not for any other reason than to see the haggard old ladies with tons and tons of Barbie-doll makeup and 80’s style hairdos convinced in their mind that they are the hottest...
Posted on December 25, 2004 at 1:33 AM | Comments (21)
My First Marriage Article
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Today is Talal’s big day. It is perhaps the best day of his life…the day he would marry his one true love and complete half his deen. Unfortunately for him he was a procrastinator, and so today he would spend...
Posted on December 18, 2004 at 1:31 AM | Comments (60)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Today is Talal’s big day. It is perhaps the best day of his life…the day he would marry his one true love and complete half his deen. Unfortunately for him he was a procrastinator, and so today he would spend...
Posted on December 18, 2004 at 1:31 AM | Comments (60)
The Gentle Wisdom
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Three poems based on three events in Islamic History. Dua's will be rewarded to the one who posts the basis for the second poem insha Allah.
Posted on December 11, 2004 at 3:27 AM | Comments (36)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Three poems based on three events in Islamic History. Dua's will be rewarded to the one who posts the basis for the second poem insha Allah.
Posted on December 11, 2004 at 3:27 AM | Comments (36)
The Cause should be for Allah
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A Muslim's guide to the coming draft.
Posted on December 4, 2004 at 3:39 PM | Comments (3)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A Muslim's guide to the coming draft.
Posted on December 4, 2004 at 3:39 PM | Comments (3)
Mr. Wendal / Mus'ab ibn 'Umayr
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
"Mr.Wendal has freedom, a free that you and I think is dumb Free to be without the worries of a quick to diss society for Mr.Wendal's a bum"
Posted on November 20, 2004 at 2:43 AM | Comments (7)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
"Mr.Wendal has freedom, a free that you and I think is dumb Free to be without the worries of a quick to diss society for Mr.Wendal's a bum"
Posted on November 20, 2004 at 2:43 AM | Comments (7)
The Ascension
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The people have declared Caesar dictator for life! This is the fate which faced Rome more than two thousand years ago and a fate which we might face today. Will this republic turn empirial? What canst thou do though but...
Posted on November 6, 2004 at 4:42 PM | Comments (4)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The people have declared Caesar dictator for life! This is the fate which faced Rome more than two thousand years ago and a fate which we might face today. Will this republic turn empirial? What canst thou do though but...
Posted on November 6, 2004 at 4:42 PM | Comments (4)
The Poopy Chronicles, Part 2
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The most important article series you will ever read on Hidaya...so READ IT!
Posted on October 9, 2004 at 3:15 AM | Comments (1)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The most important article series you will ever read on Hidaya...so READ IT!
Posted on October 9, 2004 at 3:15 AM | Comments (1)
The Poopy Chronicles, Part 1
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Oedipus Rex was questioned with a riddle: What walks on four legs in the morning, two legs at noon, and three legs in the evening? Oedipus solved the riddle, answering that man crawls on all fours in infancy, walks upright...
Posted on October 2, 2004 at 7:49 PM | Comments (7)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Oedipus Rex was questioned with a riddle: What walks on four legs in the morning, two legs at noon, and three legs in the evening? Oedipus solved the riddle, answering that man crawls on all fours in infancy, walks upright...
Posted on October 2, 2004 at 7:49 PM | Comments (7)
Voting this year
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Come November 2nd insha Allah, the decision you will have to make as a voter can essentially be sized down into two decisions: follow leadership, or don’t follow leadership. Now as much as it seems like that decision would be...
Posted on September 25, 2004 at 4:18 PM | Comments (3)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Come November 2nd insha Allah, the decision you will have to make as a voter can essentially be sized down into two decisions: follow leadership, or don’t follow leadership. Now as much as it seems like that decision would be...
Posted on September 25, 2004 at 4:18 PM | Comments (3)
Why do Muslims Fear?
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Regretfully, it has become the sad matter of the day that Muslims are becoming harrassed and fueled with fear by their brothers in Islam more than by their actual oppressor…albeit unintentionally.
Posted on September 18, 2004 at 4:35 AM | Comments (2)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Regretfully, it has become the sad matter of the day that Muslims are becoming harrassed and fueled with fear by their brothers in Islam more than by their actual oppressor…albeit unintentionally.
Posted on September 18, 2004 at 4:35 AM | Comments (2)
Dreams, Qadar, and the Plight of Man
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I'm back home in the states...and I wrote a moderately lengthy article ;)
Posted on September 11, 2004 at 5:13 AM | Comments (12)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I'm back home in the states...and I wrote a moderately lengthy article ;)
Posted on September 11, 2004 at 5:13 AM | Comments (12)
The Day the World turned Green, Part 2
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Allah! There is no god but He: and on Allah, therefore, let the Believers put their trust. Oh ye who believe! Truly among your wives and your children are (some that are) enemies to yourselves: so beware of them! But...
Posted on July 30, 2004 at 2:25 PM | Comments (1)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Allah! There is no god but He: and on Allah, therefore, let the Believers put their trust. Oh ye who believe! Truly among your wives and your children are (some that are) enemies to yourselves: so beware of them! But...
Posted on July 30, 2004 at 2:25 PM | Comments (1)
The Day the World turned Green
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This is about how money has dominated the lives of Muslims today. And contrary to the belief of so many, it is not the fix all for our problems.
Posted on July 16, 2004 at 12:51 PM | Comments (5)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This is about how money has dominated the lives of Muslims today. And contrary to the belief of so many, it is not the fix all for our problems.
Posted on July 16, 2004 at 12:51 PM | Comments (5)
The Book that is Written
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Perhaps what I have to say will offend many of you. But that’s your problem…not mine. It could be that Muslims have no desire of being mu’mins. It could be that mu’mins have no desire of attaining completion in their...
Posted on June 25, 2004 at 10:27 AM | Comments (8)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Perhaps what I have to say will offend many of you. But that’s your problem…not mine. It could be that Muslims have no desire of being mu’mins. It could be that mu’mins have no desire of attaining completion in their...
Posted on June 25, 2004 at 10:27 AM | Comments (8)
He Put His Faith in Allah
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The time was coming near…he could feel it. The time when we would all be brought back to Allah the Almighty, subhannahu wa taala. Abdullah walked down the street as casually as he could. He knew there wasn’t much time...
Posted on June 18, 2004 at 6:29 PM | Comments (3)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The time was coming near…he could feel it. The time when we would all be brought back to Allah the Almighty, subhannahu wa taala. Abdullah walked down the street as casually as he could. He knew there wasn’t much time...
Posted on June 18, 2004 at 6:29 PM | Comments (3)
The Gift of Allah
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Subhan Allah for all that we have been given: For our families; to whom for some reason so many of us hate, but without which we would be completely lost. Yesterday I saw a child jump into a garbage bin...
Posted on June 11, 2004 at 12:45 PM | Comments (4)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Subhan Allah for all that we have been given: For our families; to whom for some reason so many of us hate, but without which we would be completely lost. Yesterday I saw a child jump into a garbage bin...
Posted on June 11, 2004 at 12:45 PM | Comments (4)
Only Peace with Allah
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A poem of peace and of Rahma.
Posted on June 4, 2004 at 5:43 AM | Comments (5)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
A poem of peace and of Rahma.
Posted on June 4, 2004 at 5:43 AM | Comments (5)
Just this Once
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This article is about some of the beauty of our Muslim countries. Perhaps no-one these days will ever care to notice,but that at least I do. Alhamdullilah, Allah has still graced our Muslims with His everlasting mercy, without which none...
Posted on May 7, 2004 at 8:45 AM | Comments (9)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
This article is about some of the beauty of our Muslim countries. Perhaps no-one these days will ever care to notice,but that at least I do. Alhamdullilah, Allah has still graced our Muslims with His everlasting mercy, without which none...
Posted on May 7, 2004 at 8:45 AM | Comments (9)
The Lies they've been Feeding You
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I had better not hear of anyone getting their information from the American news media after having read this article. The American news media is feeding you lies upon lies...and a Muslim does not succumb to falsehood. If Capitalism could...
Posted on April 23, 2004 at 11:10 AM | Comments (6)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I had better not hear of anyone getting their information from the American news media after having read this article. The American news media is feeding you lies upon lies...and a Muslim does not succumb to falsehood. If Capitalism could...
Posted on April 23, 2004 at 11:10 AM | Comments (6)
The False Dream of Democracy.
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The Jumhuraya.
Posted on April 16, 2004 at 5:23 AM | Comments (10)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The Jumhuraya.
Posted on April 16, 2004 at 5:23 AM | Comments (10)
The Just Ruler, Part2
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Malcolm X, He didn't pass away early…Allah took him back. From Allah do we originate and to him do we return. Fear Allah my friends. For if you are one who desires any type of power...think carefully about the consequences...
Posted on April 9, 2004 at 5:54 AM | Comments (13)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Malcolm X, He didn't pass away early…Allah took him back. From Allah do we originate and to him do we return. Fear Allah my friends. For if you are one who desires any type of power...think carefully about the consequences...
Posted on April 9, 2004 at 5:54 AM | Comments (13)
The Just Ruler, Part1
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Inspired By Surat Albaqara
Posted on March 26, 2004 at 5:14 PM | Comments (20)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Inspired By Surat Albaqara
Posted on March 26, 2004 at 5:14 PM | Comments (20)
Where is our Khadija, Radia Allahu Anha?
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Our Prophet Muhammed(SAW) and our Sayidda Khadija(RAA) were the greatest example of how two people's love for Allah, and love for each other, can make people truly great. I challenge any one of us to be the way they...
Posted on March 13, 2004 at 7:30 PM | Comments (6)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Our Prophet Muhammed(SAW) and our Sayidda Khadija(RAA) were the greatest example of how two people's love for Allah, and love for each other, can make people truly great. I challenge any one of us to be the way they...
Posted on March 13, 2004 at 7:30 PM | Comments (6)
The Great Explanation
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Tomorrow we will find ourselves at a crossroads of our Iman. Some of us will wake up to be believers, some of us will awake to be Kaafirs. These are the days of the Maseeh Ad-Dajjal…this is the period...
Posted on March 5, 2004 at 2:13 PM | Comments (7)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Tomorrow we will find ourselves at a crossroads of our Iman. Some of us will wake up to be believers, some of us will awake to be Kaafirs. These are the days of the Maseeh Ad-Dajjal…this is the period...
Posted on March 5, 2004 at 2:13 PM | Comments (7)
My Friend
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
An acquaintance of mine passed away a few years ago who ended up becoming a dear friend…but only after his death. I used to lke him as he never really treated me harshly like many of the other kids at...
Posted on February 27, 2004 at 8:38 PM | Comments (3)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
An acquaintance of mine passed away a few years ago who ended up becoming a dear friend…but only after his death. I used to lke him as he never really treated me harshly like many of the other kids at...
Posted on February 27, 2004 at 8:38 PM | Comments (3)
Big Wigs, Apologists, and the Islamic Revolution
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
God is the greatest…but C-span is great. I love C-span. I like to think it makes me smart. After all, I get the news way before everyone else…virgin and unedited. So along with my vhs library of Star Wars, Harry...
Posted on February 20, 2004 at 10:57 PM | Comments (9)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
God is the greatest…but C-span is great. I love C-span. I like to think it makes me smart. After all, I get the news way before everyone else…virgin and unedited. So along with my vhs library of Star Wars, Harry...
Posted on February 20, 2004 at 10:57 PM | Comments (9)
Harry Potter and the American Muslims, Part 2
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The bond of a Muslim and his brother is sacred. He is forbidden from harming his brother. He is required to give him/her hospitality…to share his bed, his house and his food for at least three days. He is required...
Posted on February 12, 2004 at 11:50 PM | Comments (4)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
The bond of a Muslim and his brother is sacred. He is forbidden from harming his brother. He is required to give him/her hospitality…to share his bed, his house and his food for at least three days. He is required...
Posted on February 12, 2004 at 11:50 PM | Comments (4)
Harry Potter and the American Muslims, Part 1
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
For many, many Muslims in America there is...as a friend once put i...a Jahilaya period, a period of Ignorance. What do I mean by this? Well, there are two points in your life when a person becomes a Muslim. The...
Posted on February 5, 2004 at 11:57 PM | Comments (9)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
For many, many Muslims in America there is...as a friend once put i...a Jahilaya period, a period of Ignorance. What do I mean by this? Well, there are two points in your life when a person becomes a Muslim. The...
Posted on February 5, 2004 at 11:57 PM | Comments (9)
The Angriest Man in Brooklyn
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I want to inform you of something about anger. In a sea of calm, anger has no air to breathe. It is shunned; turned away�like a leper amongst the nobles. In a sea of turmoil it is a reflex, a...
Posted on January 30, 2004 at 12:21 AM | Comments (9)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
I want to inform you of something about anger. In a sea of calm, anger has no air to breathe. It is shunned; turned away�like a leper amongst the nobles. In a sea of turmoil it is a reflex, a...
Posted on January 30, 2004 at 12:21 AM | Comments (9)
So you want an Ummah...
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Do you really want an ummah, or are you just saying you do...Because if you really want an ummah you’re going to do some things you’re not going to like. You’re going to get off your butt and go to...
Posted on January 22, 2004 at 9:03 PM | Comments (14)
by Rami Mahmoud Elsawah
Do you really want an ummah, or are you just saying you do...Because if you really want an ummah you’re going to do some things you’re not going to like. You’re going to get off your butt and go to...
Posted on January 22, 2004 at 9:03 PM | Comments (14)