Better In than out.....LOLOLOLOLOL!!!!!!!!HAHAHAHHAH

Passing winds, releasing gas or in crude terms 'farting' is very much a natural human activity due to the foods that we eat. However, is it socially acceptable for someone to just release his gas loudly in a public space? I have discovered that there is a difference in opinion on this subject matter and it certainly varies from country to country and from one culture to the other. So what exactly sparked this topic?...I had a British patient that came to the window last night and whilst I was trying to explain to him how to take his medication correctly, I was kind of interrupted by this ppppppprrrrrr sound..(farting sound)...and I then start again trying to explain and again there is this ppppppprrrr sound and the funny bit is that whilst I wanted to burst out laughing, the man at the window was very much unperturbed....So I'm wondering perhaps in British culture its pretty much alright to fart aloud in public....I decided to do a google search on this subject matter and I found some hilarious articles...In a recent article, the Malawian government has passed a bill that makes farting in public a misdemeanour...The people of the country were up in arms that the government has time to pass ridiculous bills whilst there are more serious issues at hand like poverty that needs to be addressed.
Despite their love of costly clothing and cuteness, it’s a well known fact that Japanese girls simply fart for fun, regularly producing bottom burps like burly builders.A practice that sadly doesn’t decrease after marriage either, with this in-depth and presumably scientific study finding that a staggering 43% of Japanese husbands had to suffer the sound of their partner’s pumping in just the first year of marriage alone...So what are your thoughts on this one LOL?

The Humane Treatment of Animals in Islam

Whilst browsing the internet last night, I came across an article with the caption, 'The face of cruelty'. The article was about a woman by the name of Antoinette Van Wyk who was sentenced for 12 months in prison in the Krugersdorp Magistrates court in South Africa after she was found guilty of leaving her Jack Russell to suffer after one of its back legs had been ripped off when he was hit by a car. Van Wyk apparently left the dog lying in her driveway for hours before someone tried to help.

There has been times when I visited homes that had pets but I found that many of the pet owners were negligent towards their animals without providing their pets with complete tender loving care and affection.

So what is the Islamic perspective of caring for your pets? Does Islam support the humane treatment of animals?
I was brought up in an animal loving family. We have one African grey parrot who is almost 35 years old. We have always had German Shepherd dogs and our house has always been an abode where stray cats and and sick birds sought  refuge. All religions teach us to be kind towards animals. They are a gift from God Almighty to provide us with love and companionship. They are a source of food and milk. Animals are utilized to carry out scientific and genetic studies to improve the lives of human beings. We visit  zoos and aquariums to gain an appreciation for the spectacular diversity of life on earth. We benefit from specially trained dogs that detect drugs, guide the blind, and assist the disabled. God says in the Quran:

“And the cattle, He has created them for you. You have in them warm clothing and (other) advantages, and of them you eat. And therein is beauty for you, when you drive them back (home) and when you send them out (to pasture). And they carry your heavy loads to regions which you could not reach but with great distress to yourselves. Surely your Lord is Compassionate, Merciful. And (He made) horses and mules and asses that you might ride upon them and as an ornament. And He creates what you know not.” (Quran 16:5-8)

The mercy of Islam extends beyond human beings to all living creations of God. Islam prohibits cruelty to animals. Fourteen hundred years ago, long before the modern animal rights movement began with the publication of Peter Singer’s book, “Animal Liberation,” in 1975, Islam required kindness to animals and cruelty to them a sufficient reason for a person to be thrown into the Fire!

Once, the Prophet of Mercy spoke of God’s forgiveness due to the humane treatment of animals. He told his companions the story of a man who got thirsty on his way. He found a well, climbed down inside it to the water, and quenched his thirst. When he came out he saw a panting dog licking on mud out of extreme thirst. The man thought to himself, ‘The dog has become as thirsty as I was!’ The man went down the well again and got some water for the dog. God appreciated his good work and forgave him. The companions asked, ‘O Prophet of God, do we get rewarded on humane treatment of animals?’ He said, ‘There is a reward in (doing good to) every living being.’[1]

On another occasion, Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, described God’s punishment of a woman who was sent to Hell because of a cat. She kept her locked up, neither feeding her nor setting her free to feed herself.[2]

Islam laid down humane slaughtering regulations. Islam insists that the manner of slaughter should be that which is least painful to the animal. Islam requires that the slaughtering instrument not be sharpened in front of the animal. Islam also prohibits the slaughtering of one animal in front of another. Never, prior to Islam, had the world witnessed such concern for animals.

Humane Islamic treatment of animals can be summarized by the following points:

First, Islam requires that pets or farm animals be provided with proper food, water, and a place to live. Once the Prophet passed by an emaciated camel due to hunger, he said:

“Fear God in regards to these animals who can not speak their will. If you ride them, treat them accordingly (by making them strong and fit for that), and if you [plan to] eat them, treat them accordingly (by making them fat and healthy).” (Abu Dawud)

Second, an animal should not be beaten or tortured. Once the Prophet of Mercy passed by an animal branded on his face. He said, ‘Has it not reached you that I have cursed the one who brands an animal’s face or hits it on its face?’[3] The Prophet of Mercy advised his wife to treat an unruly camel that she was riding kindly.[4] Making animals fight one another for entertainment was also forbidden by the Prophet.[5]

Third, Islam forbids using animals or birds for targets when practicing shooting. When Ibn Umar, one of the companions of Prophet Muhammad saw some people practicing archery using a hen as a target, he said:

“The Prophet cursed anyone who made a living thing into a target (for practice).”

The Prophet Muhammad also said:

“‘Whoever kills a bird or anything else without its due right, God would ask him about it.’ It was said: ‘O Messenger of God! What is its due right?’ He said: ‘To kill it for food…and do not sever its head, and throw it!’” (Targheeb)

Shooting at live pigeons was once an Olympic event and today dove shooting is allowed in many places.

Fourth, separating nestling birds from their mothers is not allowed in Islam.

Fifth, it is forbidden to mutilate an animal by cutting off its ears, tails or other body parts without just reason.

Sixth, a sick animal under one’s care should be treated properly.

Through these rules and regulations legislated with regards to animals, a Muslim gains the respect and understanding that other creatures are not to be used and abused as one wills, but that they, like human beings, have rights which must be given in order to ensure that the justice and mercy of Islam be met to all who inhabit this earth.

Source:
http://www.islamicedfoundation.com/askscholar/animal.htm

http://animalfriendsinc.blogspot.com (picture)

Stupid American Troops Do It Yet Again!!!!

So here's the scenario, a group of Muslims go into America vandalise a church, remove a few Bibles and burn them . The newspaper headlines the next morning will read " Muslim terrorists linked to Al Qaeeda vandalise church". The news will go viral with every news channel from CNN to BBC reporting on the same story.Normal televison viewing will probably be interrupted to allow President Barack Obama to make an emergency speech to the people of America regarding "muslim militia" attacking Christianity and the Bible and how he will deploy soldiers to protect the people of America from terrorism.Now on the flip side of things....The American soldiers who I call terrorists go into Afghanistan, rape the country of its wealth, rape the women of their dignity and pride,kill innocent civilians, burn the Quraan and have absolute no respect for the culture or the people of the country...Instead of there being a global outburst on the behaviour of the American soldiers, the American government has downplayed the situation by simply issuing and apology letter to the Afghanistan government and calling for an internal investigation as soon as possible.Ironically, the same episode has occurred in Iraq as well around ten months ago.Seems to me that the American troops are just too stupid to learn from their mistakes. The American soldiers in Afghanistan are supposedly there to save the people of the country from the Taliban or the so called "terrorists" and assist the country to the path of democracy. Judging from the behaviour of the soldiers, I ask you...WHO ARE THE REAL TERRORISTS?

Afghan workers at the main American military base, Bagram Air Field, saw soldiers dumping books in a pit where garbage is burned and noticed Qurans and other religious material among the trash. If the workers had not noticed this despicable act, and spread the word the American soldiers would have continued on their mission to burn the Quraans. Whilst we have a stupid American president telling Pastor Terry Jones that he will not condone the burning of the Quraan on American soil, the presidents own troops are involved in this despicable act on Muslim soil, in a Muslim country. This definitely adds further insult to injury.

Eighteen-year-old Mohammad Shaker said he first heard about the Quran burning on Tuesday in Kabul, and he and other members of his mosque decided to take to the streets Wednesday after morning prayers. "This is not the first time they're doing these things. They are killing civilians and taking photos of them. Every day they kill civilians with airstrikes. We can't accept their crimes in our country," Shaker said with regards to the American soldiers.

When Saudi national Hamza Kashghari tweeted inappropriate comments regarding the Prophet (saw), the Muslim world was up in arms against him to the point  that many have called for his beheading. My question is this: With such a despicable and disgusting act carried out by American soldiers, why haven't our Muslim governments created a global outcry in unison against the atrocities committed by the terrorist American government? Why haven't Middle Eastern countries taken a stance on this matter? It's about time that Muslim countries together impose their own sanctions on Westen governments like America crippling their economies further until justice is served.

To the ignorant forces of the west who choose to vilify Islam and destroy the book of Allah Almighty,remember that God Almighty himself has promised the protection of His scriptures. As Allah says: "We have without doubt, sent down the message and We will assuredly guard it (from corruption.)" (15:9)

Amongst the signs of the last hour is that the Quran will disappear(or will be lifted up). There is a hadith in ibn kathir with regards to the signs of the end of times which states something to the effect that people will only know the shahada. When asked where they learnt it from they will say we heard our forefathers saying this so we say it and they will enter jannah because of this.This hadith is also in bukhari.This shows that there will be no Islamic knowledge and people will have no guidance to refer to. However, the Quraan and the hadith will remain in the hearts of the thousands of students across the globe who continue to memorise the Quraan everyday. To the ignorant western forces who continue to wage wars on Islam in the name of democracy, YOU WILL NEVER SUCCEED!!

Dr.Fawzia Siddiqui-----A sisters story

This is a picture of Dr. Fawzia Siddiqui...The sister of Aafia Siddiqui.My aunt met her a few days ago and shared this picture with me. She is currently in South Africa to discuss her sisters plight with the local community.Her sister has been tortured and abused at the hands of the American government...The following paragraphs are excerpts from her radio interview.....

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un...

'Indeed she has captured the hearts of many Muslims and non-Muslims around the world. Her plight and difficulties has created an ocean, the content of which is supplied by the tears of millions of supporters around the globe. Aafia Siddiqui, 39, who was accused and convicted of assault with intent to murder, was sentenced in September 2010, to 86 years in prison by a United States district court.'

Radio Islam International caused that ocean of tears to overflow, in an interview with Aafia’s sister, Dr. Fawzia Siddiqui.

Speaking to Ml. Sulaiman Ravat on the Sabaahul Muslim programme, Dr. Fawzia Siddiqui gave the listeners of Radio Islam an insight into the current happenings of our sister’s life.

“She is not doing well…apparently she is being slow poisoned. There is also a rumour of her being pregnant…and these are higher authorities in the prison and in the Pakistan council who informed us about this.”

Apparently there is a letter which states these allegations however, Dr. Fawzia is still waiting to receive the letter. Dr. Fawzia mentioned that the family had some sort of communication with Aafia. The family was granted 10 minutes a day to speak to their beloved after much difficulty.

“We were allowed phone calls after about two years of struggle. We were 300 minutes per month.”

Unfortunately, on the 28 October 2011, even those privileges were cut away. Dr. Fawzia stated a possible reason for this.

“She had agreed to signing for the appeal and whichever attorney we, as a family would recommend for her.”
“And I think it’s almost after she agreed to the attorney that they suddenly shut down the conversations.”

As the words passed through a lump in Fawzia’s throat, the hearts of many listeners crashed into millions of pieces.

“For the first time in 8 years her daughter spoke to her mother (and) made a connection.”

“She was very very concerned about her children, their education and if they were happy…and if they were eating.”

When asked about food, she simply replied “Don’t ask me”.

However the interview made the listeners realize that Allah’s unseen help is like a cloud over Aafia on a hot day. Her spirit of hope during phone calls at times, as described by her sister is absolutely amazing.

“There was a lot of pain and it was obviously pain on both sides I am sure…after some conversations there was hope. There were times were we would be despairing and she would be counseling us.”

There were also reports that her Quraan was thrown into a bin. However, little does the enemy realize, Islaam and Imaan is not only in Quraan. In fact, it lives in the heart.

“She tells her mother that you have no idea how much at peace I am because I know that I am innocent. My Creator knows and the Habib (Prophet Peace be upon him) knows and they are with me and I know that I am in the right.”

Ml. Sulaiman Ravat described it as “A heart wrenching interview”. Dr. Fawzia Siddiqui stated that there is no contact with Aafia since the 28 of October.

It is indeed a responsibility of all Muslims to remember Aafia in their Duaas and to the best of their ability, make all other possible efforts for the freedom of Aafia and all Muslims around the world. Freedom is not a Muslim right…it is a human right!!!