Weekly Email - Sha'ban 19, 1445
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Quran
We gave wisdom to Luqmn, and said, Be grateful to Allah; and whoever is grateful is, in fact, grateful for his own benefit, and whoever is ungrateful, then Allah is free of all needs, worthy of all praise.
(Surah Luqman, ayah 12)
Gratitude opens hearts to Gods light even more.
Hadith
Narrated Aisha (RA): A lady along with her two daughters came to me asking (for some alms), but she found nothing with me except one date which I gave to her and she divided it between her two daughters, and did not eat anything herself, and then she got up and went away. Then the Prophet () came in and I informed him about this story. He said, "Whoever is put to trial by these daughters and he treats them generously (with benevolence) then these daughters will act as a shield for him from Hell-Fire."
(Sahih al-Bukhari 1418, Book 24, Hadith 22)
Children are a blessing and can also be a test. They test your patience, which improves your character and allows you to learn to control your anger. They are a responsibility which places an increased financial burden on you as you feed, clothe and educate them, but all that you do for them not only carries a reward but also shapes them into who they become. If they are good in character, then they will reap you far more blessings that you can imagine even long after you are gone. Treat your children fairly and love your sons and daughters. If you are blessed with two daughters, raise them well and with compassion, InshaAllah they will protect you from the Hellfire.
Salat Times
Sunday, March 3, 2023 - Saturday, March 9, 2024
Fajr - 5:49 (NOTE NEW TIME)
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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Islamic Knowledge
Dont neglect the month of Shaban
Mahasin D. Shamsid-Deen
Shaban is the eighth month on the Islamic calendar. Rajab is the month of Isra and Miraj, the night journey and ascension and is just before the blessed month of Ramadan. The auspiciousness of both Rajab and Ramadan can sometimes overshadow Shaban. In fact, it was reported that Prophet Muhammad, Gods peace and blessings be upon him, even referred to Shaban as the neglected month.
But Shaban is a wonderful time to increase our Ibadah (worship) and receive the mercy of Allah. Here are three suggestions:
Offer Tahujjud
The word Tahajjud comes from a root word meaning keeping vigil. Tahajjud is the practice of reciting the Quran and praying during the night. Tahajjud is a Sunnah, but scholars agree that it is not Fard or an obligation.
Tahajjud can be performed any time during the year. During the month of Ramadan, Muslims may pray Taraweeh during the night. During Shaban we can wake up during the last third of the night to offer this Nafl (extra) prayer while the world around us is at rest which affords us the ability to concentrate and sincerely move closer to pleasing Allah.
Tahajjud is the practice of the Prophet.
O you wrapped in your clothes!
Stand all night in prayer except a little
pray half the night, or a little less,
or a little moreand recite the Quran properly in a measured way.
For We will soon send upon you a weighty revelation.
Indeed, worship in the night is more impactful and suitable for recitation.
(Quran 73:1-6)
In the reported sayings of the Prophet: When it is the night of the middle of Shaban, spend its night in prayer and observe a fast on that day. For Allah descends at sunset on that night to the lowest heaven and says: Is there no one who will ask Me for forgiveness, that I may forgive him? Is there no one who will ask Me for provision so that I may provide for him? Is there no one who is afflicted by trouble, so that I may relieve him? And so on, until dawn comes (Sunan Ibn Majah).
Healthy Lifestyle
Swiss Cheese Nutrition Facts
Allspice, also known popularly as Jamaican pepper or pimento, is one of the widely used spices in the Mexican and other Central American cuisines. This spice corn is a dried "unripe" fruit obtained from an evergreen tropical shrub belonging to the Myrtle (Myrtaceae) family, of the genus: pimento.
Scientific name: Pimenta dioica.
Allspice corns.
Photo courtesy: Steven Jackson
The pimento tree is native to the tropical evergreen rainforest of the Central American region and Caribbean islands. It begins to yield after about five years of implantation.
Unripe green berries picked up from the tree when they reach full size. They are then thoroughly subjected to dry under sunlight. Thus shriveled berries appear similar to that of brown peppercorns, and measure about 6 mm in diameter. Unlike in peppercorns which have only one centrally placed seed, allspice contains two seeds.
Ground allspice features sharp spicy bite and aroma that closely resemble a mixture of black-pepper, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon.
Health benefits of Allspice
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Certain active principles in allspice have been found to have anti-inflammatory, rubefacient (warmth and soothing), carminative, and anti-flatulent properties.
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Pimento contains health-benefiting essential oils such as eugenol, a phenylpropanoids class of chemical compound, which gives pleasant, sweet aromatic fragrances to this spice.
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It also contains caryophyllene, methyl eugenol, glycosides, tannins, quercetin, resin, and sesquiterpenes. At the processing units, these volatile essential oils are obtained through a distillation process using this spice corn. The outer coat of the allspice berries is believed to have the greatest concentration of some of these medicinally important compounds.
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As in black peppercorns, the active principles in the allspice may increase the motility of the gastrointestinal tract. They also aid in digestion by facilitating enzyme secretions inside the stomach and intestines.
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Eugenol has local anesthetic and antiseptic properties. It was found useful in gum and dental treatment procedures. Recent research studies have revealed that a kind of traditional preparation made from a mixture of allspice oil, garlic extraction, and oregano can combat E.coli, Salmonella, and L.monocytogenes infections.
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The spice composes a good amount of minerals like potassium, manganese, iron, copper, selenium, and magnesium. Iron is an essential co-factor for cytochrome oxidase enzyme during cellular metabolism.
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Iron is also required for red blood cell production in the bone marrow. Potassium, being an important component of cells and body fluids, helps regulate heart rate and blood pressure. Manganese is utilized in the human body as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase.
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Further, this spice also carries a great amount of vitamin A, vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine), riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin-C.
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Vitamin-C is a powerful natural antioxidant; regular consumption of foods rich in vitamin C helps the human body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammatory free radicals
See the table below for in depth analysis of nutrients:
Allspice nutrition profile-Pimenta dioica, Nutrition value per 100g.
(Source: USDA National Nutrient data base)
Principle
Nutrient value
Percent of RDA
Energy
263 cal
13%
Carbohydrates
72.12 g
55%
Protein
6.09 g
11%
Total Fat
8.69 g
29%
Cholesterol
0 mg
0%
Dietary Fiber
21.6 g
54%
Vitamins
Folates
36 g
9%
Niacin
2.860 mg
18%
Pantothenic acid
0.210 mg
16%
Pyridoxine
0.210 mg
16%
Riboflavin
0.063 mg
8.5%
Thiamin
0.101 mg
2.5%
Vitamin A
540 IU
18%
Vitamin C
39.2 mg
65%
Electrolytes
Sodium
77 mg
5%
Potassium
1044 mg
22%
Minerals
Calcium
661 mg
66%
Copper
0.553 mg
61%
Iron
7.06 mg
88%
Magnesium
135 mg
34%
Manganese
2.943 mg
128%
Phosphorus
113 mg
16%
Zinc
1.01 mg
9%
Selection and storage
Allspice corns.
Allspice corns can be available year-round. In the stores, buy whole allspice corn instead of milled (powder), since oftentimes it may contain adulterated spicy powders. Look for pimentos that are wholesome, heavy, round, and compact.
The pimento corn can be stored at room temperature for many months and milled as and when required. Once milled or ground, pimento should be kept in the refrigerator in airtight containers and should be used as early as possible before it loses its flavor largely because of the evaporation of essential oils.
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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