Binti wa Kiislamu's top 5 events of 2013

5. The passing of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.
We all got affected by his passing, because he was a man of principle. He stood by his beliefs and never used politics or sugar coated stuff to try and please people. He once said, "anybody who changes his principles depending on who he is dealing, that is not a man who can lead a nation."

To lighten up the mood watch what the fake interpreter was really saying on this post here...

4. The Syrian Civil War death toll of over 100,000.
The Syrian Civil war started in March of 2011, and is still ongoing. The United Nations have estimated that over 100,000 have been killed, and by mid June 6,561 of those were children. Inna lillahi waina Illahi raj'iun(To Allah we belong and to him is our return). May Allah guide them in resolving their conflicts and grant them peace as well as all countries undergoing war. May he accept the souls of the deceased into his Janna, and may he grant peace to their families.

3. Jengo laporomoka Dar Mjini.
So in March of this year, we lost people, mostly children playing on a construction site that was next to a mosque, where the building collapsed. It was a sad sad day for us. Mistakes were made, blames were passed around, but it brought to light the carelessness of the city building inspectors. We really need to re evaluate our processes and how to be proactive instead of inactive when planning of buildings are being erected. I am not going to even start on the complaints of the Strabarg construction of the BRT lanes and their 7am-3pm work schedule. The accidents and traffic have brought more loss to the residents of Dar then the benefits they are supposed to bring.

My condolences goes to the families of the passed souls.To Allah we belong and to him is our return.

2. Island Emerges in Pakistan.

I am sure the folks of Pakistan feel very fortunate to have witnessed this event. Secrets of creation, Miracles, possibilities, events one wishes to be there to witness. Call it what you may, but this was an amazing event to witness. If you missed this post, read the cause of the island emergence here.

1. Meteor Blast in Russia

Early this year in February, a meteor fell and exploded in Russia and scientists say it was 10 times
greater then earlier thoughts. This is the 21st century and the country is Russia, who also happen to have an eye in space. The fact that even they couldn't foresee this meteor coming and send proper warnings, it shows that Allah only shows us what he wants us to see. May Allah protect us.

Happy new year folks, let's reflect on how we lived our lives in the past year, our interaction with others, and how we want to spend our 2014 God Willing. I pray that conflicts get justly resolved in 2014, may the sick and their families have courage, and may we all be fair in our dealings.

May Allah guide us, protect us from our trials and tribulations and may he shine his light on us and grant us peace.

Verse of the day - The Family of Imran

Those who spend [in the cause of Allah ] during ease and hardship and who restrain anger and who pardon the people - and Allah loves the doers of good.

Wale ambao hutoa wanapo kuwa na wasaa na wanapo kuwa na dhiki, na wanao dhibiti hasira, na wasamehevu kwa watu; na Mwenyezi Mungu huwapenda wafanyao wema

 ( Qur;an 3:134)

Jalal ibn Sa'eed (UK) | Don't Worry Be Happy

Today's Khutba is from  Mufti Jala Ibn Sa'eed. He talks about the Natural Goodness in your heart, and how proud Allah is of you, So don't Worry and Be Happy!

Jumaa Mubarak Everyone.

Reviving the Islamic Spirit (RIS) Convention 2013

Its that time of the year again, the RIS convention 2013 is on this December 27-29. If you are able to go, please, GO!GO!GO! This year they have a group of really great scholars from all over the world and performances from Raihan all the way from Malaysia and other great acts. Check out their promo video below.

They really make it fun for the youth, but its not only for the youth, Adults can go too. So if you are in the Toronto Area or near by, or you can afford to travel from far, get your tickets fast as they tend to sell out.
Go here for more info.

Hadithi ya Leo - Mali(Wealth)

Abu Huraira alihadithia kuwa Mtume wa Allah (S.A.W) alisema:

Utajiri sio kuwa na mali nyingi, bali utajiri ni kuridhika na nafsi yako.

Abu Huraira narrated that the Messenger of Allah (S.AW) said:

"Richness is not having many possessions, but richness is being content with oneself. -Sahih

(Tirmidhi: Book 36:70)

Sign Language Interpreter Translates Mandela Memorial Impostor's Signs

Okay so if you live on earth, then you have heard of the fake interpreter, or the interpreter that was spitting nonsense on Mandela's funeral. How this guy passed background checks is really beyond me, but Jimmy Kimmel brought a real interpreter and here is what the guy was really saying.

Okay, so I know its not meant to be funny, but this was hilarious! Mbavu zangu mie.

Nelson Mandela State Funeral Tribute by President Jakaya Kikwete Tanzania

President Kikwete's Speech on Nelson Mandela's Funeral. I remember watching the First Nelson Mandela movie, not the new one with Idris Elba, but the original one with Danny Glover as Mandela and Alfre Woodard as Winnie. The whole Family was gathered to watch it. The movie came out at a time when Mandela was still in Jail, however, our parents thought that it was important that we knew his story and his struggles. His journey in life was definitely a tough one, but God kept him long enough to see the fruits of his struggle.I am glad at the end, he got to just live his life like the rest of the worry free folks, and just be. In the Quran there is a verse that says, "With every Hardship comes Ease".

Bye Bye Nelson Mandela, May your soul rest in peace.