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12 Rajab 1428/27 July 2007
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FUNERALS - MAYYITS
27.07.07 - Mayyit of: Yunus Cajee - WILL LEAVE FROM: Madinah Street Middleburg - Time: 14:30 - QABRASTAAN: Middleburg - CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural

27.07.07 - Mayyit of: Dr Abdul Rasool Karim (formaly of Clarewood) - WILL LEAVE FROM: Corner West Road at Darby Street Overport - Time: After Jumma - QABRASTAAN: Dayal Road - CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural

QUOTE
"It is strange that in our praying we seldom ask for a change in character, but always a change in circumstances." Omema Raghid

PERSONALITY
Imam Hamid Uddin Farahi
Among the exclusive group of the ‘born greats', there are some who become legends in their own lifetimes, others who receive recognition just after they pass away and a few for whom the wheel of fortune must complete another rotation, before the world is able to appreciate their ‘extraordinary' genius. Hamid Uddin Farahi, a brilliant Muslim scholar, undoubtedly, belongs to this rare breed of men. It has taken almost half a century for a handful of Muslim scholars of the subcontinent to realize the tremendous amount of work done by him to redirect the Muslim religious thought from the path it had deviated. Perhaps, it will take another half a century before his name becomes as legendary as Abu Hanifa or Ibni Taymiyyah.

Farahi was born in Phriha (hence the name Farahi ), a small village in Azamgarh district (Uttar Pradesh, India) in the year 1862. He was a cousin of the famous theologian-historian Shibli Naumani, from whom he learnt Arabic. He studied Persian from Maulvi Mehdi Husain of Chitara (Azamgarh). He travelled to Lahore to study Arabic literature from Maulana Faizul Hasan Saharaupuri, who was considered a master in this field at that time. At the age of twenty one he took admission in the Aligarh Muslim College to study the modern disciplines of knowledge.

He was recommended by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan (1817-1897 AD) the founder of the College. In his letter of recommendation addressed to the principal of the college, an Englishman, Sir Syed wrote that he was sending someone who new more Arabic and Persian than the professors of the college. During his stay at Hyderabad, Farahi conceived the idea of establishing a university where all religious and modern sciences would be taught in Urdu. His scheme materialized in 1919 in the form of Jami‘ah Uthmania, Hyderabad. He subsequently returned to Sarai Meer in 1925, a town of his home village Azamgarh and took charge of the Madrasatul Islah. Here, besides managing the affairs of the Madrasah, Farahi devoted most of his time in training a few students. Among them, was Amin Ahsan Islahi, who was destined to become the greatest exponent of his thought after him. Farahi died on 11th November 1930 in Mithra, where he had gone for treatment.

Almost all of Farahi's works are in Arabic. Farahi had adopted a very direct method in his study of the Qur'an and his findings were as original as his approach. He also made another significant contribution by rewriting and reconstructing all the sub-disciplines of the Arabic language needed to study the Qur'an.

Farahi, no doubt, with his scholarly work, laid the foundations for the intellectual awakening of the Muslims. It was left to his successors to build upon this heritage and strive for this revival. Amin Ahsan Islahi, his most distinguished pupil and disciple then set about to accomplish this task. In the Tadabbur i Qur'an, he produced a masterpiece of tafsir which does not simply reflect the principles of his illustrious guide: it also bears the mark of originality. It is a unique work that has ushered in a new era in the field of scriptural interpretation. Through it the thoughts of Farahi are now more accessible than before. Viewed thus, Islahi is the greatest work of Farahi. To a historian, Farahi and Islahi are like a flower and its fragrance – two names inseparable from one another.

DUA/PRAYER
When the wind would blow the Prophet would say 'Allãhumma 'innee 'as'aluka khayrahã, wa khayra mã feehã, wa khayra mã 'ursilat bihi, wa 'a`outhu bika min sharrihã, wa sharri mã feehã, wa sharri mã 'ursilat bihi O my 'ilãh I ask You the good of it, the good that is in it, and the good that it was sent for, and I solicit Your protection from the evil of it, the evil that is in it, and the evil that it was sent for.

AND… FOR THE KIDDIES
Ghulamhusein and the game of chance
Ghulamhusein was a popular social figure and a keen host of guests coming to him from distant lands. He lived in Moshi, a beautiful small town at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. He was generous and hospitable to one and all. One of his hobbies during leisure hours particularly on Saturdays and Sundays was to play the game of cards with his friends. For hours they used to get together where they enjoyed the game. It was not with the aim of gambling but rather just for pleasure and pass time.

Once in the midst of a lively game of cards, his servant came to inform him that a guest of his was seriously ill at the guest house and needed his immediate attention. He sent the servant back saying he would come soon. But he was so much engrossed to withdraw from it. So he continued to play with keen interest.

After a while, his servant came again to report that the condition of the guest was deteriorating and needed his urgent attention as there was no one else to attend. But Ghulamhusein was so deeply engrossed in the game that he did not want to be disturbed. As such, again he sent the servant back promising to come soon.

By the time he could be free from the very mind captivating game of cards, the servant came for the third time. But this time he reported that the guest of his a poor traveller from distant lands - had already died. This news gave a shock of his life to Ghulamhusein. It convinced him of the evil and harmful effect of such an indoor game. There and there he vowed never to indulge himself in such a game.

Is this not an eye-opening example of an intoxicating and mentally distracting game of cards, commonly played today either as a pass-time or for gambling purposes? Perhaps it also explains the philosophy behind absolute Islamic forbiddance to play or watch such a game, even without the chance of gaining or losing money. It is meant to be prevention than a cure, lest man is one day tempted to use the game for gambling purpose.

MUSLIM NAMES
MALES
Haroon - protector, strong, lofty, prophet name
Ibrahim - father of the people, prophet name
Ismail - listen to Allah, prophet name

FEMALES
Asiya - one who heals; pillar; support; the name of Pharoah's wife
Ishrat - pleasure/enjoyment/mirth/society
Izdihar - Flourishing/ blooming

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NEWS
Reports say that airports officials at OR Tambo International maybe working with criminals to attack tourists.

The Pretoria High Court has extended an interdict against the Mail & Guardian newspaper. M&G will not be able to publish details of an internal draft report into alleged abuses of power at the SABC.

The Lal Masjid in Islamabad is set to reopen today after a siege against students ended in bloodshed two weeks ago. The iron roof that was blasted by explosions during the fighting has been replaced, and bullet-scarred walls patched and painted in yellow.

The Health Department has rejected claims by the Democratic Alliance (DA) that it is not doing anything to stop unregulated alternative medicines into the country.

The humpback whale that beached on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast has been dragged back to sea by 6 boats. The 11m mammal beached itself at Manaba Beach near Margate.

The US defence secretary Robert Gates says the Pentagon has made contingency plans for a gradual troop withdrawal from Iraq a "priority".

Former South African president FW de Klerk has denied condoning apartheid-era murders or other violations of human rights. He says he has a clear conscience and is not guilty of any crime.

The Taliban say they have reached a deal with the Afghan government on prisoner exchange. The deal could secure the release of some of the 22 South Koreans held hostage for a week.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
06h45: Yaseen
08h30: Islamic discussions
09h05: Issues in Islam & Nasiha
10h30: JUZ/PARA A DAY – DAILY QURAN
11h30: Dua for the ill and Nikah Announcements
12h00: Live Jumuah
14h00: Iqra (Dawah Programme)
14h30: Quran Translation
14h45: Islamic History
16h05: Actuality
18h15: Youth/Doc PC
20h05: Alternative Radio - Jules Boykoff, Squelching dissent
21h05: Spiritual Advises

RECIPE
MIXED HERB CHICKEN FILLET
Ingredients
1 kg chicken fillet - 1 tsp crushed black pepper - 2 tsps garlic (fresh) or flakes - ¼ tsp mixed herbs - ¼ tsp basil - ¼ tsp origanum - ¼ tsp sweet basil - ¼ tsp thyme - ¼ tsp marjoram - Juice of 2 lemons - 2 heaped tblsp aromat - 250gr butter.

Method
Marinate chicken with above ingredients. Leave overnight. Melt butter in pot and add meat Simmer till meat is tender.

Vegetables
4 baby marrows - 1 cup baby carrots - 1 large sweet potato - 1 cup baby corn - Green peppers (big cubes) - ½ cup peas - ½ butternut - 4 tblsp butter - 1 tsp green chillies - 2 cloves garlic (crushed) - 1 tsp vegetable spice.

Method
Place vegetables in pot. Allow to steam until half done. Then add ground green chillies, garlic and butter. Just before vegetables are cooked, sprinkle 3 tblsps brown sugar or Honey and 1 tblsp sesame seeds. Serve hot with chicken fillet dish.

A THOUGHT
If you tried to number Allah's blessings, you could never count them. Allah is ever - Forgiving, Most Merciful. ( Surat an-Nahl: 18) He has given you everything you have asked Him for. If you tried to number Allah's blessings, you could never count them. Man is indeed wrongdoing, ungrateful. (Surah Ibrahim: 34)

Living beings are only a tiny part of the favours and beauties Allah bestows. Wherever we turn, we come across creations reflecting the attributes of Allah. Allah is ar-Razzaq (the Ceaseless Provider), al-Latif (the Subtle One, He who creates things most subtly), al-Karim (the Generous One), and al-Barr (the source of all goodness).

Now, take a look around you and think. And never plead ignorance of the fact that everything you possess is a favour to you from your Creator: Any blessing you have is from Allah. Then when harm touches you, it is to Him you cry for help. (Surat an-Nahl: 53)

THE SMILE
As a butcher is shooing a dog from his shop, he sees $10 and a note in his mouth, reading: "10 lamb chops, please." Amazed, he takes the money, puts a bag of chops in the dog's mouth, and quickly closes the shop. He follows the dog and watches him wait for a green light, look both ways, and trot across the road to a bus stop. The dog checks the timetable and sits on the bench. When a bus arrives, he walks around to the front and looks at the number, then boards the bus. The butcher follows, dumbstruck.

As the bus travels out into the suburbs, the dog takes in the scenery. After awhile he stands on his back paws to push the "stop" button, then the butcher follows him off.

The dog runs up to a house and drops his bag on the stoop. He goes back down the path, takes a big run, and throws himself -Whap!- against the door. He does this again and again. No answer. So he jumps on a wall, walks around the garden, beats his head against a window, jumps off, and waits at the front door. A big guy opens it and starts cursing and pummeling the dog.

The butcher runs up screams at the guy: "What the hell are you doing? This dog's a genius!"

The owner responds, "Genius, you're gone mad!!! It's the second time this week he's forgotten his key!"

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