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- Use of Perfumes in Islam - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Umer FiazThe beautiful and sweet fragrances are being loved all around the world. The beautiful scents are extracted from different species of flowers and then mixed together to create unique and amazing aromas. These perfumes vary in prices from cheap and less costly perfumes to the most expensive ...
Views: 2198 - Uses Of Shri Gayatri Yantra For Victory and Fame - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2017 from Divya MantraThe powerful Gayatri Yantra is a guiding light for people who are looking for direction and guidance in life. The Gayatri Yantra empowers its devotees to surmount severe challenges and emerge victorious. The worshipper of this yantra experience peace and prosperity in all walks of life.This is ...
Views: 965 - Using Prayer Beads in Religious Practice - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerWhile there are many differences among the various religions of the world, there are some aspects of similarity among them as well. This can be commonly seen in the prevalence of prayer beads worn or employed in the worship of various religions. Prayer beads are incorporated in the worship of ...
Views: 1606 - Using the Divya Yantra for Getting Peace of Mind - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2016 from Harshad JethraIt is for his innumerable qualities that Lord Hanuman is worshipped by devotees at all places in the world. And his quality which is most treasured is his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama. Hanuman Chalisa, the most revered prayer in the world is written praising Hanumanji's devotion to ...
Views: 1189 - Vaishnavism - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2020 from umesh modiVaishnavism is the branch of Hinduism in which Lord Vishnu or one of his incarnations is worshipped as the supreme God. Members of Vaishnavism are called Vaishnavites or Vaishnavas. Vaishnavism is the largest Hindu denomination and it has numerous subdivisions. In addition to the Vedas, ...
Views: 722 - Variables - by One evening at a church I was attending the pastor had us all get involved in some congregational participation. We were asked to share verses that showed the blessings of obedience. Had I not known anyone there it would have been a fine sampling of the vastness of blessings that the Scriptures ...
Views: 986 - Vastu Tips for Your Pooja Ghar That Will Enrich Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2020 from vivek choudharyIn Indian Hindu households, the Pooja Ghar or the space of shrine is an important aspect. All Hindu households contain an area, usually in the northeastern corner of the house which is meant for meditation and spiritual wellbeing, that holds Brass Idols of Hindu Gods for daily worship. The ...
Views: 845 - Vedic Literature, Vedic Civilisation in India - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2020 from umesh modiVedic literature glorifies Vedic India. ‘Vedas’, a Sanskrit phrase, implies knowledge. It is the traditional faith that Vedas are ‘apuruseya’ (not composed by human beings), which was known to be a direct revelation of God, hence named shruti. Scholars believed that Vedic Literature originates ...
Views: 634 - Veritation Value-Leaving Out The Old Leaven - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2008 from Jason WittWhen you receive the Seal you will find there is a bad kind of "leaven"--the pride of sin spreading through the whole Bread and Body of Christ. We purge this leaven out and become pure through veritation. Then we can be leavened again with the Leaven of God. When the apostle Paul was founding ...
Views: 1439 - Verses of the Holy Quran about Peace - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Alisa khanIslam is a religion of peace, security, and prosperity. The Quran has emphasized on peace at so many places. The following is a collection of the verses of Quran about the peace in different aspects and scenarios. • Wishing peace is the way of greeting in Islam The Muslims when they meet and ...
Views: 5435 - Verses on the authenticity of the Quran - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Alisa khanIn the Holy Quran, which is revealed by Allah Almighty, the Muslims are asked to listen to the Quran recitation very silently. “And when the Quran is recited, then listen to it and remain silent, that mercy may be shown to you”. Quran Al-Araf [7:204] Listening to the Quran silently is of ...
Views: 861 - VERY SOON YUGA-AVATAR OR PRAJNA-AVATAR WILL MANIFEST - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIN EVERY ERA I (GOD) MANIFEST: When monsoons arrive our roof tops are affected. Everywhere there is water. Houses etc become wet and those that are being constructed witness cracks in their walls. Ceilings have to be covered. The house walls have to be plastered aptly. When the roof tops are ...
Views: 2050 - Victorial--The Seal As The End Of The Battle Or Victorial - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Jason WittThe victorial end of the battle comes when we are sealed. That is when we win the ultimate victory over Satan, and his beast and the mark of the beast. It decides the battle but not the war yet. You are fighting the battle with the devil every day. He wants to have you for his own. He wants ...
Views: 560 - Victorial--The Seal As The End Of The Battle Or Victorial - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2007 from Jason WittThe victorial end of the battle comes when we are sealed. That is when we win the ultimate victory over Satan, and his beast and the mark of the beast. It decides the battle but not the war yet. You are fighting the battle with the devil every day. He wants to have you for his own. He wants ...
Views: 596 - Victory Is Yours for the Taking - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Ann StewartIf the Victor is living in you, victory is not just a possibility. It’s yours for the taking! Are you a Christian and still wondering why you’re the victim of so many calamities? Life is not fair. The fact is that you’re living in an imperfect world inside a decaying body of ...
Views: 1428 - Views Of Non-Muslim Scholars On Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) And Islam - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Hijab Al-FaisalAccording to Muslims historians, Muslims were born in the desert of Arabia on April 20,571. The meaning of his name is that he is highly praised. Among all the sons of Arabia, he has the greatest of all minds. He means much more than all the Arabic Kings and poets that came before him. Before ...
Views: 2445 - Views Of Quran On Consumer Protection - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Hijab Al-FaisalHoly Quran is a divine revelation given by the Almighty Allah to the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) through the angel Gabriel. It was completely composed in 632 AD. Quran is the most efficient, effective and enforceable tenets that can benefit the consumer. Islam arrived in the 7th century in India ...
Views: 1620 - Virtue Of Forgiveness In Islam - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2016 from Umer FiazBrilliance of pity, in any culture and society, is believed an emblem of generosity. It makes simpler the peaceable flow of human interaction and reduces annoyance and revolt in social relationships. This is a mostly admired mannerism among people who hold rank of expert. Such persons, who are ...
Views: 1180 - Viruses, Terrorism, And Beliefs - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2006 from Arthur LevineI have been swamped, deluged and inundated with people’s thoughts telling me they are frightened by the possibility of terrorist attacks. They are scared of airmail toxins, viruses and nuclear explosions ruining their health and jeopardizing their lives. I am telling you people I don’t do ...
Views: 863 - Visible/Invisible (Part Eight) - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2020 from Sharon Beecroft BrownJust because you can’t see something doesn’t mean it’s not there! Years ago, my brother, Warren, and I stumbled across a large circular patch of dirt in a vacant field near our home. Now, Warren and I were always going on adventures together to keep from being bored. This large circular ...
Views: 604 - Visionary Aspect Of The Prophet Muhammad - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2016 from Umer FiazThe story is told that when Mohammad first began having his visionary experiences, he was intensely nervous and concerned that he might be under the effect of evil spirits ("djinn"). He confided in the one who would be his first convert, his "mother-wife" Khadija, the rich merchant-lady he had ...
Views: 901 - Visionary Aspect Of The Prophet Muhammad - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2016 from Umer FiazThe story is told that when Mohammad first began having his visionary experiences, he was intensely nervous and concerned that he might be under the effect of evil spirits ("djinn"). He confided in the one who would be his first convert, his "mother-wife" Khadija, the rich merchant-lady he had ...
Views: 608 - Visionary Aspect Of The Prophet Muhammad - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2016 from Umer FiazThe story is told that when Mohammad first began having his visionary experiences, he was intensely nervous and concerned that he might be under the effect of evil spirits ("djinn"). He confided in the one who would be his first convert, his "mother-wife" Khadija, the rich merchant-lady he had ...
Views: 635 - Visit Exquisite Places in Al- Soudah, Saudi Arabia to Have a Memorable Holiday Break - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2022 from sitara GullAl Soudah is a fantastic mix of ancient legacy, diverse culture, and spectacular scenic wonders. This place is a paradise for nature lovers and those preferring a serene environment, with a plethora of hiking paths, rolling valleys, nice clean air, as well as magnificent vistas. Al Soudah enjoys ...
Views: 500 - Visit the religious pilgrimage of India Ujjain - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2015 from Heena PathakUjjain is a place of religious belief. Ujjain city is the home for large number of temples and thousands of devotees come to visit this place every year. Being the pride of the central India, Ujjain is one of the great pilgrimages of India. It is said to be the cultural city of Madhya Pradesh as ...
Views: 941 - Visit Top Holy Places In Madina Munawara (Ziarats) - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2016 from Umer FiazThe Holy prophet Hazrat Muhammad Mustafa has said that one who needs that he should die in Madina must always endeavor that his last breath comes in Madina, I shall appeal to him. Ziyaarat or presenting one's self in the holy of Rasulullah at Madinah Munawara is indeed among the greatest ...
Views: 3160 - Visiting Prophet’s Grave in Madinah - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2017 from Umer FiazOften people ask the question if it is right to visit the graveyards in Islam and the answer is yes. According to Sunnah, Islam has given the consent to the Muslims and it is allowed for them to visit the graves. In fact, some Muslim scholars state that it is an obligation in Islam to visit the ...
Views: 973 - Vote For Vitation--Live By Believing - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2007 from Jason WittWhen you receive the Seal you have two messages you follow--the Message of Jesus and the message of the sealed person sent to you. When you follow these two messages, you have vitation, which is your new Life. Death reigns over you in this time on earth. When you are sealed you die at the ...
Views: 828 - Walking in God's Ways - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2007 from Abraham AdarWalking in God's Ways The divine way to actualize man's purpose No quotation makes a better, or more dramatic, presentation of the quality of activities man must perform in striding to actualize his purpose, than "walking in God's ways". We all surely agree that no activity in the universe is ...
Views: 1454 - Way of the Celts - Celtic Spirituality - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Kristin OlsenWelcome the Way of the Celts, land of myth and fantasy. As we look to the magic and mysticism of the celtic lands, we discover that part of the magic we are drawn to might be the modern interpretation of what the ancient Celtic lands might have been. This is a portrait by modern writers and it ...
Views: 2618 - We can Move Mountains! - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieSeek Knowledge I was not born Muslim, but the one piece of Muslim philosophy my mother imparted to me was if the mountain would not come to Muhammad, Muhammad would go the mountain. This Muslim philosophy had such an impact that I have wanted to know about the man who is so revered by ...
Views: 1386 - WE MUST PARTICIPATE IN THE LILA OR DIVINE SPORTS OF PRAJNA AVATAR - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaDespite witnessing downfall/uplifting and destruction/creation in the Almighty Lord’s creation oozing with good management, beauty and artistic form yet creativity and uplifting predominate by miles. Despite weather influences and activities of all creatures tending to destruction an indomitable ...
Views: 880 - We must believe in Allah with His whole attributes - by Submitted on May 17, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Believing in Allah (swt) means believing all Personal and Subuti attributes of Allah (swt) as they are stated in Qur'an which is the main source of religion and its best interpretation and explanation, Hadiths. His attributes do not resemble the characteristics of those He ...
Views: 1014 - WE MUST UNDERSTAND THE REAL TEACHING OF SUPER MANTRA GAYATRI - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaTHE MOST BEAUTIFUL NAME OF GOD-OM: What is the meaning of Super Mantra Gayatri? Come, I will tell you the meaning. Gayatri has 4 aspects. One portion of it is its head. What is it called? Om Bhur Bhuvaha Swaha. What is the meaning of it? What is the philosophy? You must understand all this ...
Views: 998 - We're All on God's Team - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2020 from Bruce WawrzyniakTraining camps are starting back up - as strange as that sounds for this time of year - for pretty much all four sports. And, when you think about training camp, or even school sports, where students are in that same preparation time for an upcoming season, they're trying out to make the team. ...
Views: 740 - Weapons of Our Warfare - Faith - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Catalin ChircuIn this article you will find useful tips about success and self-confidence, that might help and inspire you on your Road To Success. First, I will talk about self-confidence, which is the best weapon in our arsenal. Some research shows that anyone who succeeded to accomplish something ...
Views: 960 - Wedding in India - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2020 from umesh modiWedding in India and its various traditions are vast. They differ with the different regions of the country. This special social ceremony includes several elaborate rituals. The customs and rituals play a significant role in Indian marriages, be it a Hindu marriage ceremony or a Muslim marriage ...
Views: 621 - We’re Ignoring Blindspots in Matthew 24: ‘Watch, You Don’t Know’ Is About 2nd Passover~Days of Noah - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2016 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Seven parables focus on a single event to initiate end-times. Five have links specifically to 2nd Passover. Two are supportive of 2nd Passover, a phenomenon that Christians are largely uninformed of because preachers have ignored the law that Christ said was in effect 'till heaven and ...
Views: 1044 - What Is Hajj ? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Nabil KunwarHajj is the principal Muslim pilgrimage. It has been described as “the greatest journey in the world” and is the one pilgrimage that all able-bodied and solvent Muslims must complete in their lifetime. Because of this, Hajj constitutes one of the famous Five Pillars of Islam, the structure ...
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