Weekly Email -Ramadan 4, 1445
March 14, Ramadan 4, 1445
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Quran
And in them there is a beautiful look for you when you drive them home in the evening and take them out to graze.
(Surah An-Nahl, ayah 6)
Gratitude is not solely existent in humans, but animals too. They can show appreciation and affection. Even in a look of gratitude, there is mercy and blessings.
Hadith
Narrated Abu Umamah (RA): The Prophet () said:
I guarantee a house in the surroundings of Paradise for a man who avoids quarrelling even if he were in the right, a house in the middle of Paradise for a man who avoids lying even if he were joking, and a house in the upper part of Paradise for a man who made his character good.
(Sunan Abi Dawud 4800, Book 43, Hadith 28)
Avoid quarrelling, dont lie and improve your character. Three simple actions that will have a long-lasting effect on yourself and others while guaranteeing you a house in Paradise. Protect your tongue, your heart and soul and you shall find Paradise InshaAllah.
Salat Times
Sunday, March 17, 2024 - Saturday, March 23, 2024
Fajr - 6:23 (NOTE NEW TIME)
Zuhr - 1:30
Asr - 5:30
Maghrib - 5 Minutes after Sunset.
Isha - 8:43 (NOTE NEW TIME)
InshaAllah Juma'a is at 1:30pm
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Islamic Knowledge
The Dos and Donts of Suhoor
C. Islaah Abdal-Rahim
Ramadan is a blessed time for the Muslim community. Celebrated during the ninth month of the lunar calendar, it is a special religious observance through which we can get blessings, increase our worship, seek forgiveness, and strengthen our family and community ties. This is all done with the objective of increasing our righteousness as Muslims.
During Ramadan, Muslims must refrain from certain specified behaviors during the daytime (like eating or drinking), while trying to increase other acts (like praying at night, giving charity, and sharing meals). As with all acts of worship in Islam, we must observe Ramadan according to the guidelines prescribed in the Qur'an and the Sunnah, and we must approach the month (and all of its components) with the proper intention.
Before we begin fasting each day, we are encouraged to eat a pre-fasting meal called suhoor. Ideally, eating suhoor lessens our hunger during the day, allowing us to have the focus and stamina needed to complete the fast successfully, inshaAllah, God willing.
Because it is so significant, it is important to give thought to how we approach suhoor. Before Ramadan arrives (or as soon as possible), we should review the rules for observing suhoor. If you are new to fasting, it may also be helpful to speak with other Muslims to get practical advice. To assist us all in observing suhoor, here are some reminders that may be of benefit.
The Do's and a Few Don'ts
Do eat suhoor****. Dont think that it is a sign of piety or personal strength to skip it.
The best man from among mankind, Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, encouraged the Muslims to eat suhoor. It was his practice and the practice of the early Muslims, so it is never advisable to skip it. If we do so intentionally, we skip the opportunity to receive blessings and experience a more-focused fast. That idea was confirmed by Anas ibn Maalik, may Allah be pleased with him, who said that the Prophet said:
Eat suhoor, for in suhoor, there is a blessing.
(Bukhari #1923; Muslim #1095)
Another companion named Jabir, may Allah be pleased with him, reported that the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:
Whoever wants to fast, let him eat something for suhoor.
(Sunan of Ahmad #14533)
Healthy Lifestyle
Quinoa Nutrition Facts
Quinoa (pronounced as kinwah; quinua in Spanish) is an incredibly nutritious "grain-like seed" obtained from the goosefoot family plant native to the highland plains of the South American Andes region.
The ancient Incas believed quinoa was the mother grain, as eating it as food would confer upon them a long-lasting healthy life. The crop was once the staple food source of the Incas before the Spanish explorers forced them to abandon its cultivation.
Quinoa is a member of the goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae) family of annual herbs. White goosefoot (C. album) and Good King Henry (C. bonus-henricus) are some of the closely related species. Its scientific name is Chenopodium quinoa.
Quinoa seeds. Note oval, creamy-white seeds.
Quinoa is indeed not a cereal group of staple grains. Instead, it is a "seed (legume)" in a way similar to other dicotyledons such as amaranth and legumes. Nonetheless, its seeds feature proportionately less fat content than oilseeds and beans and are hence treated similarly to other staple grains.
Chenopodium quinoa.
Photo courtesy: mishmoshimoshi
The quinoa plant reaches about 3-6 feet in height and prefers well-drained, neutral pH, and sandy soil. However, it can thrive in harsh environmental conditions and alkaline (salty) soils. For this reason, it has been cultivated as one of the chief crops in the rain-shadow highlands of Bolivia, Peru, Chile, and Ecuador since ancient times.
In its natural habitat, quinoa begins flowering (inflorescence) in July, which subsequently develops into edible seeds by the end of August through September.
Quinoa grains measure about two mm in diameter and can be white, gray, pink, or pale brown depending on the cultivar type. The seeds exhibit an outer seed coat composed of bitter substances known as saponins that should be removed before eating.
Quinoa has sparked renewed interest, especially among food scientists, due to its sustainable ability to thrive in challenging growing conditions. Moreover, its well-balanced protein, fat, and mineral composition offer potential solutions for alleviating malnutrition in famine-prone regions globally.
Health Benefits of Quinoa
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100g of quinoa seeds (grains) contain 368 calories. Its grains are modest sources of energy, with a calorie content comparable to major cereals such as wheat, maize, rice, and pulses like chickpea, mung bean, and cowpea (black-eyed pea).
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Quinoa grains contain 14-18g of protein per 100g. They comprise almost all essential amino acids required by the human body, particularly lysine, which is otherwise a limiting amino acid in grains like wheat, maize, and rice.
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Quinoa is one of the gluten-free staple foods. Gluten, a protein present in certain grains from the grass family like wheat, may induce stomach upset and diarrhea in individuals with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.
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The grains are a rich source of soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. 100g provides 7g or 18.5% of the daily fiber requirement. Dietary fiber increases food bulkiness, preventing constipation by speeding up its movement through the gut. It also binds to toxins, aiding in their excretion from the gut and protecting the colon mucosa from cancers.
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Dietary fibers also bind to bile salts, decreasing their reabsorption in the colon, and helping lower serum LDL-cholesterol levels.
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Quinoa grains are excellent sources of B-complex vitamins, vitamin E (-tocopherol), and essential fatty acids such as linoleic and -linolenic acid (18:3). 100g of grains contain 184 g or 46% of the daily required levels of folates (B9).
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Young, tender quinoa greens (leaves and shoots) and flower heads are excellent sources of vitamin A, folate, and antioxidants such as lutein, carotene, cryptoxanthin, and zeaxanthin. Yellow and red-type seeds are also rich in these pigment antioxidants. Together, these compounds function as powerful antioxidants, removing harmful free radicals from the body and protecting it from cancers, infections, aging, and degenerative neurological diseases.
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Quinoa is an excellent source of minerals such as iron, copper, calcium, potassium, manganese, and magnesium. Copper is required for the production of red blood cells. Iron is essential for red blood cell formation. Magnesium relaxes blood vessels leading to the brain and has healing effects on depression and headaches. Zinc is a cofactor in many enzymes regulating growth, development, sperm generation, digestion, and nucleic acid synthesis. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids, helping control heart rate and blood pressure. The human body uses manganese as a cofactor for the potent antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase.
Islamic WAQF of Maryland
The Al-Firdaus Memorial Gardens (AFMG) located at 3845 New Design Road, Frederick, MD 21703 was developed by the Islamic Waqf of Maryland (IWM). The IWM is a management services organization formed by the Islamic Center of Maryland (ICM), the Islamic Society of Frederick (ISF), and the Islamic Society of Western Maryland (ISWMD). AFMG is a 10-acre block carved out of a 100-acre parcel of land owned by the IWM and is located in Frederick, Maryland. The AFMG project was completed in November of 2008. The AFMG is managed and operated by the IWM.
To make arrangements for burial at Al Firdaus Memorial Gardens, including picking up the body from the place of death (transportation), bathing (Ghusl), prayers (Janazah) and transportation to the cemetery, please contact: Br. Waleed Beidas at (240) 644-8664 or [email protected]
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