Weekly Email - Sha'ban 12, 1445
February 22, Sha'ban 12, 1445
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Quran
Surely, in the alternation of night and day and in what Allah has created in the heavens and the earth, there are signs for a people who are God-fearing.
(Surah Yunus, ayah 6)
Ponder. Reflect. Be inspired. You will find God in all things.
Hadith
'Abdullah bin Salam (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: I heard the Messenger of Allah () saying,
"O people, exchange greetings of peace (i.e., say: As-Salamu 'Alaikum to one another), feed people, strengthen the ties of kinship, and be in prayer when others are asleep, you will enter Jannah in peace."
(Riyad as-Salihin 848, Book 5, Hadith 5)
The four keys to Paradise outlined in this Hadith are simple: spread Salaam, feed others, strengthen family ties and pray at night. Jannah is within reach. Nurture these habits and you will not only improve your character but feed your soul. May Allah accept all our efforts - Ameen!
Salat Times
Sunday, February 25, 2023 - Saturday, March 2, 2024
Fajr - 6:00
Zuhr - 1:30
Asr - 4:15
Maghrib - 5 Minutes after Sunset.
Isha - 8:00
InshaAllah Juma'a is at 1:30pm
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COVID-19
In response to the Corona -19 virus Pandemic, the Islamic Society of Frederick [ISF] Crisis Management Committee met to discuss on how to keep the community informed. We will be providing updates on the impact to our community. This team includes members of the ISF community working with the local authority and partner communities to ensure the safety and well being of the ISF members.
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Islamic Knowledge
Showing Love for Our Neighbors
Laura El Alam
In Islam, neighbors are not just the people who live nearby strangers whose mail we occasionally receive by accident or whose pets or children sometimes run into our yard. Our neighbors have rights on us, and Allah commands us to be kind to them:
Serve God, and join not any partners with Him; and do good to parents, kinsfolk, orphans, those in need, neighbors who are near, neighbors who are strangers, the companion by your side, the wayfarer (ye meet), and what your right hands possess.
(Surah An-Nisa, 4:36)
When asked what the rights of the neighbor are, the Prophet Mohammed, peace and blessings be upon him, answered:
The least of a neighbors rights on [a Muslim] is that if he asks him for a loan he should grant it to him. If he asks for help, he should help him. If he wants to borrow something from him, he should lend it to him. If he needs him to donate something to him, he should do so. If he invites him, he should accept his invitation. If he gets sick, he should go and visit him. If he passes away, he should attend his funeral procession.
(Mustadrak al-Wasail, v.2, p.79)
In many parts of the world today, though, neighbors barely get to know each other. Advances in technology and changes to lifestyle mean that fewer people are socializing with the folks who live on their streets. Instead of shopping in local stores and frequenting corner cafes, many people nowadays have their goods, clothes, and meals delivered to their door. Rather than playing outside with neighbors, many children entertain themselves indoors or participate in extracurricular activities outside of their neighborhood. In addition to all this, perhaps more than ever before, there is a general mistrust of strangers that dissuades people from knocking on each others doors to even introduce themselves. As a result, some people dont get to know a single neighbor, and ties of trust and kindness that should exist among community members are absent.
Despite all this, there are Muslims here and abroad who are honoring the Islamic tradition of cultivating a positive relationship with their neighbors. In many cases, the people next door are non-Muslims, so the acts of kindness are doubly impactful; they are pleasing Allah while also demonstrating that Muslims are generous, trustworthy, responsible, and caring.
For this article, I interviewed several Muslims around the world. They shared the ways they are showing love to their neighbors. Their stories are inspirational and encourage the rest of us to make more efforts to show love and respect to the people who live around us.
Healthy Lifestyle
Swiss Cheese Nutrition Facts
Swiss cheese is a popular type of cheese that is known for its distinctive appearance, characterized by its holes or "eyes." It is a popular cheese variety enjoyed worldwide and is particularly associated with Switzerland. However, it is also produced in other countries like France and the United States.
Swiss cheese is typically made from cow's milk, although there are variations made from goat's or sheep's milk.
Swiss cheese. Courtesy: Marco Verch
Characteristics of Swiss cheese
Swiss cheese is characterized by its large, round holes or eyes that are scattered throughout the cheese. The eyes are formed during the cheese-making process when carbon dioxide gas produced by bacteria gets trapped and create bubbles. However, the size and distribution of holes can vary depending on aging process.
Swiss cheese has a mild, nutty, and slightly sweet flavor. It has a semi-hard to hard texture, depending on the age of the cheese. Young Swiss cheese tends to be softer and more pliable, while aged Swiss cheese becomes firmer and crumbly.
Varieties: Besides the traditional Swiss cheese, there are several variations and similar cheeses. Examples include Gruyre (a firm, slightly salty Swiss cheese), Jarlsberg (a Norwegian version of Swiss cheese), and Tilsit (a semi-hard cheese with smaller holes). Each variation has its own distinct characteristics.
Production of Swiss cheese:
- Swiss cheese is typically made from pasteurized cow's milk, although there are variations made from goat's or sheep's milk.
- Milk is heated and starter cultures and rennet are added to the pasteurized milk causing them to form a solid mass called curds.
- Once the curds have formed, they are cut into small pieces to release more whey (liquid portion). The curds are then heated or "cooked" to a specific temperature, which helps expel additional whey and contributes to the texture and flavor development of the cheese.
- The whey is drained off, leaving behind the curds. The curds are typically transferred to large molds lined with cheesecloth to further drain off excess whey and pressed for several hours to compact the curds and give the cheese its characteristic round shape.
- After pressing, the cheese wheels are submerged in a brine solution, which helps to enhance the flavor, preserve the cheese, and create a rind on the surface.
Aging Swiss cheese
Following brining, Swiss cheese is moved to special cheese caves or aging rooms. During the aging process, the cheese wheels are stored at controlled temperatures and humidity levels. This stage can last several weeks to several months, or even years, depending on the desired flavor and texture. The aging process contributes to the development of the cheese's distinctive holes and nutty flavor.
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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