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21 Jumaadul Awwal 1428/08 June 2007
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DONT MISS 'Alternative Radio' TONIGHT
Phyllis Bennis, Challenging Empire - US Middle East policy - AT 20:05 on Radio Islam

FUNERALS - MAYYITS
08.06.07 - Mayyit of: Mohammed Saleh Lemalia ( known as Monty) - WILL LEAVE FROM: 42 Solgarach Road Breyten Beach Durban - Time: After Jumma - QABRASTAAN: Flower Road Masjid - CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural

08.06.07 - Mayyit of: Riaz Moola (son of Ismail Moola of Stanger) - WILL LEAVE FROM: 33 Centanary Road Stanga - Time: 13:45 - QABRASTAAN: Stanger - CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural

08.06.07 - Mayyit of: Taskeen Mohamad Boda - WILL LEAVE FROM: 37th Agaat Street Ext 5 Lenasia - Time: After Asr - QABRASTAAN: Lenz - CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural

08.06.07 - Mayyit of: Hoosen Coovadia - WILL LEAVE FROM: London - Time: After Jumma - QABRASTAAN: London - CAUSE OF DEATH: Natural

UNDERSTANDING THE QUR’AN
SURAH AN-NAAZIAAT: 79
(Those Who Pull Out)
IN THE NAME OF ALLAH THE BENEFICENT THE MOST MERCIFUL

then for the one who had rebelled, [37]
and preferred the worldly life (to the Hereafter), [38]
the Hell will be the abode, [39]

COMMENTARY: First, the special marks of the inmates of Hell are described. They have two characteristics: (then for the one who had rebelled, and preferred the worldly life [to the Hereafter]...79:38).

In other words,
[1] Instead of remaining loyal to Allah and His Messenger and following their commands, they adopt the line of rejection and rebellion; and
[2] Prefer the life of this world to that of the Hereafter. In other words, if he were to do a deed that gives comfort and pleasure in this world but punishment in the Hereafter, he would prefer the comforts and pleasure of this life to the pleasure of the next life. Those who are characterized by these two qualities the Blazing Fire, that is Hell, will be their abode, thus: (the Hell will be the abode... 79:39).

THE MESSAGE

Backbiting and Tale bearing
Khutbah (sermon) by Sh Ali Abdur-Rahmaan Al-Huthaifi – Imam of Haram
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Major sins are indeed the cause for all misery, evil and torment in this world and the hereafter. And the worst of all sins are those that are greatest in harm and danger. Among the destructive major sins are backbiting and slandering. These two sins were forbidden by Allah through His Prophet because they sow enmity, evils and discord among people and lead to destruction. They make their perpetrator regret when regret will be of no avail. They cause hostilities between people of the same household and between neighbours and relatives. They can decrease in good deeds and increase in evil ones and lead to dishonour and ignominy.

Backbiting and slandering are shame and disgrace. Their perpetrator is detested and he shall not have a noble death. Allah forbids these acts in His Book when He says, “O you who believe! Avoid much suspicion; in deeds some suspicions are sins. And spy not neither backbite one another. Would one of you like to eat the flesh of his dead brother? You would hate it (so hate backbiting). And fear Allah, verily, Allah is the one who accepts repentance, Most Merciful” (Al-Hujuraat: 12). read more

DUA/PRAYER
SEEKING GOODNESS IN THIS WORLD AND HEREAFTER
It is reported by Sayyadina Anas RA that the Messenger of Allah visited a sick man who had become faint like a faint hearted man, so the Messenger of Allah said did you use to supplicate for something, or ask Him it? He said: Yes. I used to say O' my 'ilãh whatever you were going to punish me with in the Hereafter, then hurry it for me in this worldly life, so the Messenger of Allah said: Subhana 'allãhi you cannot bear that, or you are not able of that. Would not you say:

AND… FOR THE KIDDIES
The Brazier and His Dog
A BRAZIER had a little Dog, which was a great favourite with his master, and his constant companion. While he hammered away at his metals the Dog slept; but when, on the other hand, he went to dinner and began to eat, the Dog woke up and wagged his tail, as if he would ask for a share of his meal.

His master one day, pretending to be angry and shaking his stick at him, said, "You wretched little sluggard! what shall I do to you? While I am hammering on the anvil, you sleep on the mat; and when I begin to eat after my toil, you wake up and wag your tail for food. Do you not know that labour is the source of every blessing, and that none but those who work are entitled to eat?'

QUOTE
"O Allah, do not give me in excess lest I may be disobedient to You, and do not give me less lest I may forget You." – Umar Al Khattab RA -

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NEWS
Three Cabinet ministers were jeered at when they arrived at Kalafong hospital near Pretoria. They are there to assess security during the public service strike.

Police seem to have the situation at Baragwanath hospital under control. Earlier reports say a riot was close to breaking out. Police and soldiers are also expected to be at schools and hospitals

Three people including a pregnant woman were killed today while trying to cross a railway line in Johannesburg. Metrorail’s spokesperson, Brenda Motau, says investigations are being conducted.

The Group of Eight wealthiest nations has agreed to pledge 60 billion dollars to fight AIDS and malaria in Africa. The G8 summit is currently taking place in Germany.

The American death toll in Iraq has risen over 3500. This is according to US figures. At least 15 people were also killed in a car bomb attack this morning south of Baghdad.

Soldiers and police are to be deployed at hospitals and schools today to maintain security. This comes as COSATU has called for a shutdown for all public servants.

The “end the occupation campaign” is set to continue today with pickets outside selected stores in Johannesburg. Organisers are calling for the store owners not to sell products made in Israel.

Businessman Tokyo Sexwale says he is not a candidate for ANC president as nominations have not yet opened. He however says should he be approached, he will stand.

Police in Cape Town are looking for two men who allegedly grabbed a young boy and fled up Table Mountain after being approached by police.

Resave Bank Governor Tito Mboweni announced an interest rates increase of half a percent. This brings the rate to 9.5%.

The US desire to set up missiles close to the border of Russia continued to be discussed at the G8 summit in Germany.

A weakened tropical Cyclone Gonu is heading for the southern coast of Iran after killing 25 people in Oman and leaving a trail of destruction there. The storm’s wind speed is now about 72 km per hour.

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 - Phyllis Bennis, Challenging Empire - US Middle East policy
21h05: Spiritual Advises

RECIPE
FETTUCINI
Ingredients
3 Cups chicken fillet cubed - 1 tblsp sesame seeds - 1 tsp green chilles - 1 tsp Garlic - 1 tsp black pepper - 1 tsp salt - 500g fettucini boiled in salted water - 1 cup sour cream - 1 cup fresh cream.

Method
1. Cook chicken fillet in olive oil with seeds chilles, galic, pepper and salt until cooked
2. Do not allow to Dry add bolied fettucini
3. Fifteen mins before serving add fresh cream and sour cream
4. Heat through and serve

COOKING TIP
Place chopped veggies for salads in a large bowl of icecold water, before preparing salad, to give that fresh, crisp, crunchy feel.

A THOUGHT
A painting on a wall resembles a man, but see what it is lacking in that empty form. 'Tis life that is lacking to that mere semblance of man. Go! seek for that pearl it never will find. The heads of earth's lions were bowed down when God gave might to the seven sleepers' dog. What mattered its despised form when its soul was drowned in the sea of light?"

THE SMILE
Devasny Koopasamy had a bad attendance record with the company he worked for, particularly being late for work in the morning. He was called to a disciplinary hearing where he was given a chance to explain his reasons.

His argument: "I get up in the morning. I shower, I look in the mirror and try tuh straiten my hair. Den I sumtimes miss de texi and then I am late."

His boss has a bright idea. He gets one of Devasny Koopasamy colleagues to sneak into Devasny Koopasamy room and steal the mirror off the wall, without Devasny Koopasamy knowledge.

The following day Devasny Koopasamy does not turn up for work. The same happens the day after that. So Devasny Koopasamy gets summoned to another hearing to explain his reasons for not attending work.

His argument: "I get up in de morning. I shower, I look in de mirror. I see no Devasny Koopasamy. I think Devasny Koopasamy already left for work"

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