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JANNAT-AL-BAQEE
“Think not of those who are slain in Allah's way as dead. Nay, they live, finding their sustenance in the presence of their Lord;” {Holy Qur’an, Surah Aal-‘Imran, Verse 169}
Jannat-ul-Baqee is a cemetery in the holy city of Medina, Saudi Arabia. This cemetery has become a symbol of atrocities committed by the likeminded people of the Wahhabi sect. These atrocities were endured by Holy Prophet (PBUH), Prophet’s Progeny (peace be upon them) and their followers.
The Jannat-ul-Baqee cemetery is the resting place of many relatives and companions of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH). The Prophet (PBUH) paid rich tributes and offered prayers in this cemetery. Prior to the twentieth century, many of the graves were covered with domes or other structures. After the city of Medina was conquered by King Ibn Saud, many of these tombs, originally intended to identify the graves of the exalted family of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), were destroyed in 1925.
History witnesses the continuous efforts to stand-up against the evil. This website is a humble effort to join that group. This website will act as a beacon of hope and will light the way to the followers of Islam with compassion and strength.
The information presented in this website is to literate citizens of the earth about the significance and relevance of Jannat-ul-Baqee. This website will inform global viewers about upcoming events related to Jannat-ul-Baqee in their cities & neighborhoods.
| NAMAZE WAHSAT AND NAMAZ HADIYA E MAYAT | for everyone |
After the deceased has been buried, it is recommended to recite salãtu ’l-wahshat
(also known as salãt laylati ’l-dafn — the prayer of burial night).
The Prophet (s.a.w.) once said that the most difficult night for a dead person is the
night of his burial; therefore have mercy on your dead people by giving charity in their
name. If you cannot gave charity in their name, then one person should recite two rak‘at
namaz (referring to namaz-e wahshat).
When?
This namaz can be said at any time of that night although it is better to say it after the
‘ishã prayer.
By Whom?
Namaz-e wahshat is to be recited once by the wali (heir) of the deceased or by
someone who has been asked by the wali to do that namaz. In our sources, only one
recital of namaz-e wahshat is mentioned.
So what we see that whenever a news of someone’s death in a far away land is
announced at our centers, all the people recite namaz-e wahshat (even if it is already the
next day in the country where the burial took place) — this does not have a valid basis in
our religious sources. Otherwise, if you count the entire Shí‘a world, then hundreds of
mu’mineen pass away every day — then namaz-e wahshat would become a daily part of
our prayers!
How?
Namaz-e wahshat consists of two rak‘ats. There are three methods of doing this
namaz.
First Method:
In 1st rak‘at: recite al-Hamd and Ãyatul Kursi.
In 2nd rak‘at: recite al-Hamd and al-Qadr 10 times.
Second Method:
In 1st rak‘at: recite al-Hamd and at-Tawhid 2 times.
In 2nd rak‘at: recite al-Hamd and at-Takãthur (sruah # 102) 10 times.
Third Method which combines the last two methods:
In 1st rak‘at: recite al-Hamd and at-Tawhid 2 times.
In 2nd rak‘at: rectie al-Hamd and al-Qadr 10 times.
After ending the namaz in any of these three methods, recite a salawãt and then pray
as follows: “wab ‘ath thawãbahã ila qabr …… ” ... ...
(“Send the reward of this prayer to the grave of ……”)
In place of blank mention the name of the deceased.
What?
Namaz-e Hadya-e Mayyit means the salat that is done for sending its reward as gift to
a deceased person.
When?
This salat can be done at any time, as many times, and for as many deceased people
as possible. (Unlike the namaz-e wahshat which can be done only for one person at a
time.)
How?
Namaz-e Hadya-e Mayyit can be said like the subh prayer; only the niyyat (intention)
will change. However, it is better to do this namaz in the method taught by Imam Ja‘far
as-Sãdiq (a.s.) as follows:
1st Rak‘at: al-Hamd and then surah al-Qadr once.
2nd Rak‘at: al-Hamd and then al-Kawthar once.
(by Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi)
| Adoption In Islam | for everyone |
Are we allowed to adopt chidren? If yes, then does an adopted girl have to wear hijâb when she becomes nine in front of her `father' and `brother'? Similarly, in case of an adopted boy, would the `mother' and `sister' have to observe hijâb in his presence?
When looking at the issue of adoption from Islamic point of view, we must separate two things: first, the concept of helping orphan and poor children; second, the implications of such a help.
As far as the concept of helping the poor and the orphan is concerned, Islam not only agrees to it but even highly recommends it. In all types of charities, the orphan and the poor are mentioned as the prime eligible recipients for such help.
In case of the rights of the orphan children, Allâh is very severe; for example, He
says, “Those who `swallow' the property of the orphans unjustly, are actually devouring fire into their bellies and they shall enter the burning fire.” (4:10) Islam fully supports the concept of helping the orphan and poor, and taking them under your wings. If there is no one to take care of the orphan and poor children, then this responsibility falls upon the Islamic government. I won’t be wrong in saying that as far as the concept of adoption is concerned, there is no difference between
Islam and the West.
However, when we come to the implications and legal consequences of adoption, we find some differences between Islam and the present system in the West.
In the Western system, adoption does not only mean that a child is given into the care of another person or persons; it also means that the adopted child will carry the family name of the adoptive parent. For example, if a child named John Stuart Mill is adopted by Mr. William Bourassa, he will become John W.
Bourassa. If this adoption took place in infancy, then most probably the child will
never come to know his real genealogy or his real family name.
It is this part of the adoption procedure that Islam does not accept. In pre- Islamic Arabia, the adoption system was similar to what we now see in the West: the child even takes the family name of the adoptive father. When Islam came, it categorically rejected this procedure.
An example from the life of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.):
When the Prophet married Khadijah, she gave him a slave known as Zayd bin
Hâritha (Zayd, son of Hâritha). The Prophet took such a good care of Zayd that
their relationship changed from that of a master and a slave into one of father and
son. Zayd was one of the first persons to accept Islam. When his father and uncles
came to know about his whereabouts, they came to Mecca and told Prophet Muhammad that Zayd had been captured by some theives and sold into slavery.
The Prophet set him free. But Zayd refused to leave Muhammad and go home
with his father. Hâritha, the father of Zayd, became very angry and openly declared that from now on “Zayd is not my son.” The Prophet immediately responded by adopting Zayd. Zayd came to be known as Zayd bin Muhammad
(Zayd, son of Muhammad).
This continued till after the Prophet migrated to Medina. Zayd had grown up and was now a married man. However, his marriage did not work out. Allâh revealed some verses related to Zayd's divorce in which He also talks about the
issue of `re-naming' the adopted children. He says,
Nor has He (Allâh) made your adopted sons your sons. Such is (only) your (manner of) speech by your mouths. But God tells the truth, and He shows the
way. Call them by (the names of) their fathers, that is better in the sight of God. (33:5)
After the revelation of this verse, Zayd was again called Zayd bin Hâritha and
not Zayd bin Muhammad. However, this change in name did not affect the relationship of the Prophet and Zayd. They were still like father and son.
As the Qur'ân says, calling adopted children by the names of their adoptive fathers is contrary to “the truth,” and therefore, they must be called by the name of their real fathers.
Implications of this verse:
What this means is that adoption does not change the relationship of a person: adoption does not end the blood relationship between the child and his real parents and siblings, nor does it create a real relationship between him and his adoptive parents and their children.
The practical implications of this view, on the one hand, is that all the rules which apply between blood relatives are still valid: for example, the child will still be mahram; that is an adopted child cannot marry his real siblings; he or she is also eligible for inheritance from the real parents; and there is no need for hijâb between the child and his or her real family. (With the adoption system in the West, it is quite possible that a person would end up marrying his or her siblings!)
On the other hand, the rules that apply between non-related persons are still
valid. For example, adoption would not create the mahramiyyat between the child
and the new family—an adopted girl will have to observe hijâb in presence of her adoptive father and brothers; similarly, the mother and sisters will have to observe hijâb in presence of the adopted son; the adopted child can even marry the child of the adoptive parents. In Islam, the right of inheritance is based on utrine relationship: “Those related by blood are more entitled to [inherit from] each
other in the Book of Allah.” (8:75) However, the adoptive parents can always use their discretion to write up to one-third of their estate for their adopted child.
Adoption & Foster Relationship:
There is only one case of adoption where a sort of semi-familial relationship and mahramiyyat is created between the adopted child and the adoptive family: when the adopted child is below two years of age and is also breast-fed directly by the adoptive mother for at least a day and a night.
This creates a foster (rizâ`i) relationship, and the child is mahram to the new family—there is no need for hijâb, nor can the child marry the real children of the adoptive parents. However, in case of inheritance, even a rizâ`i child has not right in the estate of the adoptive parents. But as mentioned above, the adoptive parents
can write up to one-third of their estate for their adopted child.
* * *
To summarize:
1. Adoption is allowed in Islam.
2. However, changing the family name of the adopted child is not allowed.
3. If the child was two years old or less and was also breast fed directly by the adoptive mother for at least a day and a night (or fifteeen times
consequently), then the child will become mahram to the new family—hijâb won't be necessary.
4. If the child was not breast fed as mentioned above, then he or she will remain non-mahram to the new family.
5. Adoption in rizâ`i or non-rizâ`i form does not give the adopted child a right to inherit the estate of the adoptive parents; nor does it deprives him or her from inheriting the estate of the real parents. (However, the adoptive parents have the option of writing up to one-third of their estate for their adoted
child.)
* * *
It is necessary to emphasize that hijâb should not be considered a barrier in the way of adopting an orphan or a poor child. Muslim ladies are expected to wear decent clothes at all times; so, at the most, they will have to put on the scarf. To those used to the Western way of life, this might sound unusual but one should know that this happens even without the adoption—in case of extended family
dwellings where, for example, two married brothers live with their families under the same roof: the wives and bâligha daughters will have to observe hijâb by wearing decent clothes with a scarf on their heads.
(Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi)
| Salãtu ’l-Jum‘a | for everyone |
Salãtu ’l-Jum‘a a few reminders
1. Salãtu ’l-Jum‘a: Whether or not it is wãjib?
During the ghaybat (Occultation) of the Present Imam al-Mahdi (a.s.), the Friday Prayer is wãjib
takhiyri.
What does “wãjib takhiyri” mean? It means that you have a choice between two obligatory deeds: you must do one of them, you cannot miss both.
In our case, it means that you have the duty of doing either the Noon Prayer or the Friday Prayer.
However, it is preferable to do the Friday Prayer. And when you do the Friday Prayer, then you will do it with the niyyat of wãjib; and after that you do not have to recite the Zuhr Prayer.
2. On Whom is Salãtu ’l-Jum‘a Wãjib?
The Friday Prayer, in its wãjib takhiyri form, is wãjib upon the men who are resident of that city, in good health, and not elderly.
The Friday Prayer is not wãjib upon the women, the traveler, the sick, and the elderly. HOWEVER, this does not mean that they are not allowed to participate in the Friday Prayer; it only means that they are exempted from participating in the Friday Prayer.
Considering the Friday Prayer as the most important weekly religious event in a non-Muslim country, it is preferable for the women, the traveler, and the elderly to participate in the Friday Prayer provided it does not cause any inconvenience to them.
The niyyat for these exempted people will still be the niyyat of wãjib when they participate in the Friday Prayer; and they do not have to say the Zuhr after it.
3. Friday Prayer led by a Sunni Imam.
If there is no Shi‘a centre or mosque near your home or work-place, then you can participate in the Friday Prayer led by a Sunni imam. However, in this case, you will also have to recite the Zuhr Prayer after it. One of the conditions for the imam of jamã‘at, in Shi‘a fiqh, is that the imam must be ‘ãdil (of
upright character) and Shi‘a Ithnã-‘Ashari.
4. What If I Missed the Khutbas before Jum‘a?
The two khutbas (sermons) delivered by the imam of jum‘a are essential parts of the Friday Prayer ceremony. The audience is required to listen to the khutba, and not engage in any other activity, not even doing the nãfila/sunnat prayer.
However, if a person missed the khutbas, he or she can still join the Friday Prayer and it will be considered sufficient.
5. Discipline & Order
Remain silent when the imam is reciting the surahs. Straighten up the rows of jamã‘at. Do not recite the zikr so loud that the imam hears them. Hasten in filling the gaps when the iqamah is being recited.
Do not go into the ruku or sujud before the imam.
(courtesy: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi)
Imam ‘Ali ar-Riza (a.s.) said:
“On every Friday, present your family with some fruits so that they may be joyous on Fridays.”
| SAYINGS OF BIBI FATEMA ZAHRA (S.A.) | for everyone |
"Allah fixed the reward for His obedience and torment for His insubordination and disobedience so that He may restrain His servants from His wrath and fury and lead them to His paradise."
- Bibi Fatema Zahra (A.S.)
- Bibi Fatema Zahra (A.S.)
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| A SMALL REQUEST - WORLD CANCER DAY | for everyone |
A small request.. Just one line.
Dear God, I pray for a cure for cancer. Ameen
All you are asked to do is keep this circulating, even if it's only to one more person.
In memory of anyone you know who has been struck down by cancer or is still living with it.
In memory of anyone you know who has been struck down by cancer or is still living with it.
A Candle Loses Nothing by Lighting Another Candle..
Please Keep This Candle Going
| SHOPPING IN HEAVEN | for everyone |
SHOPPING IN HEAVEN
Enjoy. Take time to watch the very last sentence.
A two minute read.......
Read this story, and
follow the recommendation at
the end...
As I was walking
down life's highway
many years ago
I came upon a
sign that read
Heavens Grocery Store.
When I got a
little closer
the doors swung
open wide
And when I came
to myself
I was standing
inside.
I saw a host of
angels.
They were
standing everywhere
One handed me a
basket
and said "My
child shop with care."
Everything a
human needed
was in that
grocery store
And what you
could not carry
you could come
back for more
First I got some
Pat ience.
Love was in that
same row.
Further down was
Understanding,
you need that
everywhere you go.
I got a box or
two of Wisdom
and Faith a bag
or two.
And Charity of
course
I would need some
of that too.
I couldn't miss
Some Faith
It was all over
the place.
And then some
Strength
and Courage to
help me run this race.
My basket was
getting full
but I remembered
I needed Grace,
And then I chose
Salvation for
Salvation was for
free
I tried to get
enough of that to do
for you and me.
Then I started to
the counter
to pay my grocery
bill,
For I thought I
had everything
to do the Masters
will.
As I went up the
aisle
I saw Prayer and
put that in,
For I knew when I
stepped outside
I would run into
sin.
Peace and Joy
were plentiful,
the last things
on the shelf.
Song and Praise
were hanging near
so I just helped
myself.
Then I said to
the angel
"Now how much do
I owe?"
He smiled and
said
"Just take them
everywhere you go."
Again I asked
"Really now,
How much do I
owe?"
"My child" he
said, "God paid your bill
a long long time
ago."
Read this story, and
follow the recommendation at
the end...
As I was walking
down life's highway
many years ago
I came upon a
sign that read
Heavens Grocery Store.
When I got a
little closer
the doors swung
open wide
And when I came
to myself
I was standing
inside.
I saw a host of
angels.
They were
standing everywhere
One handed me a
basket
and said "My
child shop with care."
Everything a
human needed
was in that
grocery store
And what you
could not carry
you could come
back for more
First I got some
Pat ience.
Love was in that
same row.
Further down was
Understanding,
you need that
everywhere you go.
I got a box or
two of Wisdom
and Faith a bag
or two.
And Charity of
course
I would need some
of that too.
I couldn't miss
Some Faith
It was all over
the place.
And then some
Strength
and Courage to
help me run this race.
My basket was
getting full
but I remembered
I needed Grace,
And then I chose
Salvation for
Salvation was for
free
I tried to get
enough of that to do
for you and me.
Then I started to
the counter
to pay my grocery
bill,
For I thought I
had everything
to do the Masters
will.
As I went up the
aisle
I saw Prayer and
put that in,
For I knew when I
stepped outside
I would run into
sin.
Peace and Joy
were plentiful,
the last things
on the shelf.
Song and Praise
were hanging near
so I just helped
myself.
Then I said to
the angel
"Now how much do
I owe?"
He smiled and
said
"Just take them
everywhere you go."
Again I asked
"Really now,
How much do I
owe?"
"My child" he
said, "God paid your bill
a long long time
ago."
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| CONSUMPTION OF HARAM | for everyone |
Greater Sin is Consumption of Harām. In the Qur’anic ayat ‘Akal al-soht’ is translated as eating of what is unlawfully acquired. Hence the word “eat” is not restricted to consumption of edibles but includes the use of any and every article, which has been acquired unlawfully or by illegal means.
Consumption of Harām is listed as greater sin in the HolyQur’an and the tradition of Imam Riďa (a.s.) from the book Uyūn al-Akhbar ar-Riďa and the tradition of Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (a.s.) as related by Amash. In the following ayat of Surah al-Mā’ida: “And you will see many of them striving with one another to hasten in sin and exceeding the limits, and their eating of what is unlawfully acquired; certainly evil is that which they do. Why do not the learned men and doctors of law prohibit them from their speaking of what is sinful and their eating of what is unlawfully acquired? Certainly evil is that which they work.” (Surah al-Mā’ida 5:62-63)
In this ayat Soht refers to the acquirement as well as use of anything acquired unlawfully. The dictionary meaning of ‘Soht’ is ‘to be finished’ or ‘to be lost’. The thing that becomes ‘Soht’ is that which is finished off or used up. The use of this word signifies that unlawfully acquired things do not have any ‘barakat’ and will not benefit the possessor in any way. It should be evident that this unlawful practice would include usurping another’s property, taking interest and all activities that are undertaken using the money obtained by illegal means. The use of article brought with such money is also unlawful.
Sayyid Abu A’lā Maududi writes in his book Islam and the Economic Problems: “Islam permits the people to obtain their livelihood in any way they choose. They have their freedom to choose their occupation and obtain the necessities of life, but Islam does not allow them to earn in a manner that is harmful for society. It should also not endanger the social equilibrium. Islamic laws not only prohibit the consumption of wine and intoxicants and gambling, but also prohibit any action that causes these sinful things to come into being. For example to undertake cultivation of grapes for wine making, to manufacture wine, to transport, to buy or sell wine, to give it and to use it; all these are Harām too. Islam does not consider free-sex to be a human activity. Islam has prohibited dancing. It does not consider singing and playing musical instruments lawful professions. Any activity that is beneficial to one person but harmful to someone else or to society is considered Harām in Islam.
All such types of actions carry a heavy punishment in this world and a dreadful retribution in the hereafter e.g. bribes, stealing, interest-taking, adulteration and frauds, unlawful hoarding of edible items to hike their rates making life difficult for the poor. In the same way all such actions that instigate wars and those occupations that do not require effort, making the person rich by luck, such as lottery. All these occupations are Harām.”
Consumption of Harām is listed as greater sin in the HolyQur’an and the tradition of Imam Riďa (a.s.) from the book Uyūn al-Akhbar ar-Riďa and the tradition of Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (a.s.) as related by Amash. In the following ayat of Surah al-Mā’ida: “And you will see many of them striving with one another to hasten in sin and exceeding the limits, and their eating of what is unlawfully acquired; certainly evil is that which they do. Why do not the learned men and doctors of law prohibit them from their speaking of what is sinful and their eating of what is unlawfully acquired? Certainly evil is that which they work.” (Surah al-Mā’ida 5:62-63)
In this ayat Soht refers to the acquirement as well as use of anything acquired unlawfully. The dictionary meaning of ‘Soht’ is ‘to be finished’ or ‘to be lost’. The thing that becomes ‘Soht’ is that which is finished off or used up. The use of this word signifies that unlawfully acquired things do not have any ‘barakat’ and will not benefit the possessor in any way. It should be evident that this unlawful practice would include usurping another’s property, taking interest and all activities that are undertaken using the money obtained by illegal means. The use of article brought with such money is also unlawful.
Sayyid Abu A’lā Maududi writes in his book Islam and the Economic Problems: “Islam permits the people to obtain their livelihood in any way they choose. They have their freedom to choose their occupation and obtain the necessities of life, but Islam does not allow them to earn in a manner that is harmful for society. It should also not endanger the social equilibrium. Islamic laws not only prohibit the consumption of wine and intoxicants and gambling, but also prohibit any action that causes these sinful things to come into being. For example to undertake cultivation of grapes for wine making, to manufacture wine, to transport, to buy or sell wine, to give it and to use it; all these are Harām too. Islam does not consider free-sex to be a human activity. Islam has prohibited dancing. It does not consider singing and playing musical instruments lawful professions. Any activity that is beneficial to one person but harmful to someone else or to society is considered Harām in Islam.
All such types of actions carry a heavy punishment in this world and a dreadful retribution in the hereafter e.g. bribes, stealing, interest-taking, adulteration and frauds, unlawful hoarding of edible items to hike their rates making life difficult for the poor. In the same way all such actions that instigate wars and those occupations that do not require effort, making the person rich by luck, such as lottery. All these occupations are Harām.”
Shaykh Sadūq (r.a.) has narrated a tradition from Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (a.s.) that he said, “Any action of Khayanat with the Imam is ‘Soht’.”
There are many types of ‘Soht’. ‘Soht’ includes that which is received from the tyrant rulers, bribe to Qazis, payment for prostitution, wine, alcoholic nabid (a kind of wine), and interest.
“To bribe a Qazi (for giving a favourable judgement) is to disbelieve in Allah the Almighty.” (Khisāl of Sadūq)
A similar kind of tradition is to be found in the bookal-Kāfi, Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s.) says: “‘Soht’ means the payment for corpse, for dogs and wine. It also denotes the fee paid to a prostitute, the bribe given to a judge and the payment to a Kahin.”[8] (Wasa’il ul--Shia)
Although consumption of every type of Harām is ‘Soht’, some of them are denounced more emphatically and their punishment is more severe. The worst of these is taking bribe. One who accepts bribe is just like a disbeliever and the Holy Prophet (S) has cursed him. The one who takes interest is equated to the one who has made war against Allah (S.w.T.) and the Prophet (S).
Types of bribe
There are Three types of bribes:
(1) Bribe paid to a judge for a favourable judgement.
(2) Bribe for ‘Harām’ work.
(3) Bribe for permitted things.
The first kind of bribe comprises of money etc. paid to a judge so that he maygive a favourable judgement. The judge may also be bribed for pointing out the loopholes whereby one could weaken the position of the opposite party. It is absolutely Harām even if the one who is paying the bribe is right and the judge delivers the correct judgement. The paying and receiving of this type of bribe or whatever may comprise this bribe is also Harām and a Greater sin. A person who pays or accepts such a bribe deserves the curse of Allah (S.w.T.).
The Holy Prophet (S) says: “May Allah curse one whogives a bribe, one who accepts it and one who acts as an agent between them.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
Elsewhere, the Holy Prophet (S) says: “Beware of bribe!It is nothing but disbelief. The one who is involved in bribe will not even smell the fragrance of Paradise.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
Bribe is not only a sin for the guilty but it constitutes assisting in sin, the one who accepts. However if one is compelled to bribe and without it he cannot obtain his rights, it is another matter, but it is still Harām for one who accepts it. Similarly it is also Harām to reach someone by bribing. The one who acts as an arbitrator or agent and takes an active part in negotiating bribe is also a sinner.
This type of bribe is absolutely Harām whether paid in cash or kind. Bribe may also comprise of offering some services to the judge like stitching his clothes free of cost or constructing his house etc. Bribe can even be paid in words. One may praise a judge unduly to please him and thus influence him to give a favourable ruling.
Bribe in the name of khums and gift
Even if a bribe is paid in the name of khums and gift, it is Harām. For example to give someone a gift or a present with the intention of bribing him i.e. with the intention that by giving a gift the beneficiary will act to benefit the giver in some way. Similarly khums and zakat given with the intention of bribing is also Harām. It will not be considered as Khums or Zakat and it will be obligatory for one who has paid Khums or Zakat with such intentions, to pay it once more. Khums and Zakat are to be given with the purest of intentions, that of achieving nearness to Allah (S.w.T.) . There can be no other motive. One of the signs of Qiyāma is mentioned in traditions in the following words: “Bribes will be accepted as gifts.”
The second kind of bribe is the bribe paid to someone, atyrant or an oppressor for inflicting harm on a third person. The Holy Qur’an says: “And do not swallow up your property among yourselves by false means, neither seek to gain access thereby to the judges, so that you may swallow up a part of the property of men wrongfully while you know.” (Surah al-Baqarah 2:188)
In this ayat believers are warned not to use anything obtained illegally and not to use their wealth to bribe those in power in order to obtain anything unlawfully.
Paying a bribe for obtaining ones rights
The third type of bribe is one that is paid for something lawful. Like paying someone in order that he may help in obtaining ones rightful property or to escape from a tyrant. Bribing for lawful things is allowed.
In a tradition Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a.s.) was asked about the person who bribes the occupant of a house to vacate it so that the owner may himself use it as his residence. Imam (a.s.) said that there was no harm in it. However the house mentioned in this hadith does not belong to the person who pays the bribe. It is a trust property or a public place like, the mosque, madrasa, lane, by-lane, and bazār etc. Thus if someone is occupying a place in the mosque or a student is living in a room in the public hostel, he can be bribed to vacate it.
Hafsul Amr enquired from Imam ‘Ali an-Naqi (a.s.): “The ruler has appointed agents to purchase our agricultural produce. Is it allowed for us to bribe those agents so that we may remain safe from the ruler’s tyranny?”
Imam (a.s.) replied, “There is no harm in it. You may pay whatever you think fit.”
Then Imam (a.s.) asked: “Do you have to supply lesserquantity of grain to the ruler after you have paid the bribe to these agents?”
“Yes,” said the questioner.
“You have invalidated your bribe (i.e. you have made the bribe Harām),” Imam told him. (Wasa’il ul--Shia)
Thus it is clear that bribing to cause someone to be oppressed is Harām but it is permitted in order to save oneself from oppression.
Accepting a bribe for doing something lawful
It must however be made clear that though it is permitted to gift something for lawful acts or to save oneself from oppression, it is detestable to accept such gifts. Because these gifts bear a close resemblance to bribe. Also, the habit of bribing for lawful things may make a man habitual and he may be inclined to pay bribes for unlawful purposes too. One is prone to error. If a pious person refrains for Makrūh (detestable) bribe he will never be prone to the Harām bribe. The following tradition supports this fact.
“Those are they for whom Allah does not desire that He should purify their hearts; they shall have disgrace in this world, and they shall have a grievous chastisement in the hereafter. (They are) listeners of a lie, devourers of what is forbidden.” (Surah al-Mā’ida 5:41-42)
Explaining this ayat, Amir ul-Mu’minīn ‘Ali (a.s.) says:“It is that person who fulfills the wish of his believing brother and accepts a gift in return.”
Shaykh Ansari says in the book, Makasibul Āmāl:“There are many explanations of this tradition. One of it is that we must absolutely refrain from accepting gifts in return for favours done that we may never fall into the trap of accepting bribe.”
Characteristics of those who eat Harām
A characteristic feature of earnings by Harām means the money and wealth so acquired. It is narrated from Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (a.s.) that he said, “The madness of (acquiring or constructing) buildings. Mud and water occupies the head of one who earns by unlawful means.” (Bihār al-Anwār)
It means that a person with unlawful earnings is constantly worried about his wealth and strives to convert it into fixed property so that it is not lost. The buildings of mud and water neither benefit the owner in the Hereafter nor do they provide peace in this world. Such a person spends every bit of his wealth for pieces of land. Finally, Allah (S.w.T.) orders the land to swallow all his wealth.
Unlawful gains are harmful both from the worldly point of view as there is no barakat in such gain and also from the spiritual point of view as these form obstacles in the acceptance of acts of worship.
The Holy Prophet (S) says: “When a single morsel ofHarām enters the stomach of a person and becomes a part of his body, the angels of the sky and the earth curse him.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
The Messenger of Allah (S) has also said: “Acts ofworship accompanied by the acquiring of Harām are like buildings that rest on (crumbling) sand.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
They lack a firm foundation and hence are of no use. Such buildings can never remain intact and are soon destroyed.
Invocations are not accepted
The noble Messenger of Allah (S) has remarked, “Prayers of the one who eats a single morsel of Harām are not accepted for forty nights nor are his invocations accepted for forty days. Every piece of flesh that grows by consuming Harām is most deserving of being burnt in hell-fire and even a single morsel consumed causes some growth of flesh.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
The Holy Prophet (S) has also stated, “One who wishes to have his invocations accepted must keep aloof from Harām food and unlawful earnings.” (al-Kāfi)
A man asked the Holy Prophet (S): “I wish for theacceptance of my deeds.” The Prophet (S) told him, “Keep your food purified from Harām and do not let any unlawful thing enter your stomach.” (al-Kāfi)
The Almighty Allah (S.w.T.) revealed to Janabe Isa Ibn Maryam (a.s.):“Inform the oppressors of Bani Israel that they must not call Me and invoke Me as long as they are involved in unlawful earnings. And if they call Me and invoke Me in this condition, I will curse them.” (al-Kāfi)
Hardening of the heart
Whatever man eats is like a seed sown in the earth. If the seed is good it will bear sweet fruits. If the seed is bitter and poisonous, so is the fruit that grows from it. If the food is good and lawful it has beneficial effects on the heart. It is purified from every blemish and impurity. The organs of this person perform good deeds, but if one consumes food obtained through unlawful means it causes the heart to harden. The symptoms are soon obvious. A hard hearted person is unaffected by any kind of preaching and remains absolutely impenitent. Such a man is not moved even when he sees clear injustice. No good can be expected from him. Not a trace of goodness is visible in his dark heart. He refuses to accept what is right and is immune to every kind of moral advice. The tragedy of Karbala is the perfect example of this phenomenon. These are the characteristics clearly pointed out by Imam Husain (a.s.) in his address to the troops of Ibn Sād: “You bellies are filled with unlawful (wealth). Now you will not accept the truth. Why don’t you deal with justice? Why don’t you listen to me?” (Nafasul Mahmūm)
In other words, when a person’s heart becomes hard and darkness occupies it.
During the rule of the Abbasid King Mahdi, there was a Qazinamed Sharīk bin Abdullah. He was an honest and upright Judge, till the time he was summoned by the king. The Abbaside King forced him to choose one from three things:
(1) Either he should accept the post of the Royal Qazi
(2) He should become the teacher of the King’s son
(3) or he should dine with the king, at least once.
The Qazi thought that easiest of the Three was to eat with the king once, so he agreed to dine with King Mahdi. The ruler ordered the royal chef to prepare the best of the dishes. When the Qazi had eaten the food, the cook remarked to his companions, “Now, Qazi Sharīk will never achieve salvation.”
The prediction came to be true. The Harām food affected the Qazi to the extent that he also accepted the other two conditions. He became the special Qazi of the King and the tutor of his children. It is said that Qazi Sharīk used to be very strict and unflinching with the treasurers while obtaining his share from the royal treasury.
One day the treasurer protested, “You have not sold me grain that you act so ruthless in recovering its price.” Qazi Sharīk replied, “Yes, I have sold something more valuable! I have sold my religion.”
One day a tray filled with delicious dishes was sent by Harūn al-Rashīd for Bahlūl. Bahlūl did not accept it. The servants of the king said, “It is not possible to reject the present of the Caliph.” Bahlūl, the wise, pointed towards the stray dogs and said, “Give it to the dogs.”
The servants became angry and said, “You have insulted the royal gifts.” Bahlūl became silent then said, “Be quiet, if the dogs learn that this food is sent by the king, they will not touch it.”
A morsel of Halāl food
Eating Harām gives rise to every type of infamy. Whereas, the Halāl morsel is the cause of every kind of goodness and charity. Numerous traditions praise the acquisition of livelihood through lawful means. For example the Holy Prophet (S) says, “Worship consists of seventy parts and the best part is earnings by lawful means.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
The Messenger of Allah (S) has also said, “When a man eats Halāl food an angel stands over his head and prays for his forgiveness till he finishes eating.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
The Prophet (S) has remarked in a similar vein, “One who strives to earn his livelihood in a lawful manner from morning till night, achieves salvation.” (Safinat’ul-Bihār)
The Holy Prophet (S) states that Allah has said: “Iwill not care on the Day of Qiyāma from which door he enters Hell, the person who does not care from which door he earns money in this world.” (Bihār al-Anwār)
The Prophet of Allah (S) has also mentioned the followingtradition: “One who does nor care from which way he earns wealth in this world will be sent to Hell in Qiyāma and I shall not care from which way he is made to enter it.” (Bihār al-Anwār)
Allah (S.w.T.) does not provide unlawful livelihood
Maybe, those who do not refrain from unlawful earnings are afraid that if they give up this chance they may suffer poverty and deprivation. This is just a false notion. It is merely a satanic thought because it goes against the Divine promise of lawful sustenance repeatedly mentioned in the Qur’an. It is unreasonable, as it is contrary to the numerous traditions of Ahl ul-Bayt (a.s.). The Almighty Allah (S.w.T.) has promised to provide sustenance to each and every creature. The Divine promise is never unfulfilled. Allah (S.w.T.) only tests the believers to see if they strive patiently to acquire lawful livelihood or act impatiently and deviate. Whatever sustenance is decreed is surely received. It is only the impatience of the people and the weakness of their faith that makes them leave the path of lawful earnings and stray towards illegal occupations. When a person does this he fails the test. Allah (S.w.T.) deprives this person of the lawful sustenance that was in his destiny. Allah (S.w.T.) has not decreed for anyone unlawful sustenance.
No one dies without receiving his decreed sustenance
On the occasion of the last Hajj, the Holy Prophet (S)addressed the Muslims in the precincts of the Masjidul Harām: “Know that, the trustworthy Spirit (Jibrīl) has informed that no creature dies till he has received his destined sustenance.
Then fear Allah and do not vie among yourself in earning your livelihood. If there is some delay in receiving your sustenance, it must not be that you pursue it in disobedience to Allah. Verily, Allah has distributed only Halāl sustenance to every creature. He has not destined Harām sustenance to anyone.
Hence one who fears Allah and acts with patience, Allah shallbestow upon him His sustenance through lawful means. But one who abandons purity and takes up Harām methods, a similar amount shall be decreased from his lawful sustenance. He shall be made to account for his Harām earnings on the Day of Qiyāma. Allah the Almighty has prohibited it in the following words: “...and do not substitute worthless (things) for (their) good (ones)...” (Surah an-Nisā’ 4:2)
It should not be that in a hurry to obtain livelihood you obtain it through illegal ways, before Allah provides you with the Halāl sustenance that He had decreed for you.” (al-Kāfi)
Deprived of Halāl food
One day, Amir ul-Mu’minīn ‘Ali (a.s.) reached the mosque and alighted from his mule. He entrusted his animal to a person and entered the mosque. The man pulled out the saddle and ran away leaving the mule unattended.
When ‘Ali (a.s.) returned, he was holding two dirhams. He intended to give them to the man who had looked after the mule. He found the mule without the saddle. After reaching home he gave the same two dirhams to his slave for the purchase of another saddle. The slave went to the bazār found the same rein. It came to be known that the thief had sold the stolen rein for two dirhams. It was the same amount that he could have earned in a lawful way. When the slave related the whole incident to ‘Ali (a.s.), he said, “By abandoning patience man converts his Halāl sustenance into Harām. Though he does not receive more than what is in his destiny.” (Lailail-Akhbār)
| ILL-NATURE AND GOOD MANNERS | for everyone |
We all know that one of the most important factors of Islam's advancement was the perfect conduct of the Prophet of Islam (SAW). This fact is stated in the Glorious Qur'an where Allah Says:
"And had you been rough, hard-hearted, they would certainly have dispersed from around you." (3:159)
The Prophet of Allah (SAW) treated all people equally. His deep and indescribable love for humanity was perfectly manifested in his angelic being. He attended to all Muslim's needs equally.
"And the Messenger of Allah (SAW) divided his moments between his companions; he would attend to this and attend to that equally." (Rawdha Al-Kafi, p.268)
The Prophet (SAW) also condemned ill-nature; he repeatedly said:
"Ill-nature is evil, and the worst of you are those who are ill-natured." (Nahjul-Fasahah, p.371)
He also said:
"O sons of Abdul-Muttalib, surely you will not be able to satisfy people with your money, therefore, meet them with cheerful faces and joyful conduct." (Wasail Ash-Shi'a, vol.2, p.222)
Anas ibn Malik (Prophet's servant), used to say when he remembered his (Prophet's) excellent traits:
"I have served the Prophet (SAW) for ten years; during this time he has never said, `woe' (as if complaining) to me, regardless of what I did or did not do." (Fada'il Al-Khamsah, vol.1, p.119)
Furthermore, good conduct and cheerfulness are the factors that prolong life. Imam Ja'far As-Sadiq (AS) said in this regard: "Kindness and good manners make land flourish and prolong lives." (Wasail Ash-Shi'a, vol.2, p.221)
Dr. Sanderson has written this on the subject:
"Kindness is an important factor in treating and preventing illness. Most medication result in unwanted side effects along with a temporary cure while kindness causes everlasting cures to all parts of the body... kindness moves all powers of the body. Blood circulation in those who enjoy good manners is excellent, and their breathing is better...." (Pirozi Fikr)
There is a beautiful point in Imam As-Sadiq's (AS) statement. He says that there is a direct relationship between kindness and good manners and stated that they are among the factors that prolong life. The reason behind this is that kind people enjoy a sense of happiness and satisfaction, thus, both kindness and good manners have the same desired effects. He also considered these traits elements for achieving happiness, when he said:
"Part of man's happiness is his good manners." (Mustadrak Al-Wasail, vol.2, p.83)
Samuel Smiles added on the same topic:
"Good manners and emotional balance have their effects on man's development and happiness just like other powers and instincts do. As a matter of fact, individuals' happiness is greatly related to their affections and good manners." (Akhlaq)
In addition, good manners make life easier and increase subsistence and harmony. Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib (AS) in this regard, said:
"Good manners bestow subsistence lavishly and make friends (more) intimate." (Ghurar Al-Hekam, p. 279)
The Honorable Messenger of Allah (SAW) said:
"The most important traits which will lead my nation to Paradise are fear of Allah and good manners." (Wasail Al-Shia', vol.2, p.221)
| Funny, Isn't it? | for everyone |
Funny, Isn't it?
* Funny how a £10 note looks so big when you take it to the mosque, but so small when you take it to the market.
* Funny how long it takes to do Zikr (remember Allah) for an hour, but how quickly a team plays 60 minutes of football.
* Funny how long it takes to do Zikr (remember Allah) for an hour, but how quickly a team plays 60 minutes of football.
| Tony Blair's sister-in-law converts to Islam | for everyone |
Tony Blair's sister-in-law converts to Islam
Islam Times - Lauren Booth, Tony Blair's sister-in-law has converted to Islam after having what she describes as a "holy experience" during a visit to Iran...
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She decided to become a Muslim six weeks ago after visiting the shrine of Fatima al-Masumeh in the city of Qum.
"It was a Tuesday evening and I sat down and felt this shot of spiritual morphine, just absolute bliss and joy," she said in an interview today.
When she returned to Britain, she decided to convert immediately.
Before her spiritual awakening in Iran, she had been "sympathetic" to Islam and has spent considerable time working in Palestine, she said, adding that she hoped her conversion would help Blair change his presumptions about Islam.
| ICE - (IN CASE OF EMERGENCY) | for everyone |
n important message to circulate!
We all carry our mobile phones with names & numbers stored in its memory but nobody, other than ourselves, knows which of these numbers belong to our closest family or friends..
If we were to be involved in an accident or were taken ill, the people attending us would have our mobile phone but wouldn't know who to call. Yes, there are hundreds of numbers stored but which one is the contact person in case of an emergency? Hence this "ICE" (In Case of Emergency) Campaign...
The concept of "ICE" is catching on quickly. It is a method of contact during emergency situations. As cell phones are carried by the the majority of the population, all you need to do is store the number of a contact person or persons who should be contacted during emergency under the name "ICE" ( In Case Of Emergency).
The idea was thought up by a paramedic who found that when he went to the scenes of accidents, there were always mobile phones with patients, but they didn't know which number to call. He therefore thought that it would be a good idea if there was a nationally recognized name for this purpose. In an emergency situation, Emergency Service personnel and hospital Staff would be able to quickly contact the right person by simply dialing the number you have stored as "ICE."
For more than one contact name simply enter ICE1, ICE2 and ICE3 etc.. A great idea that will make a difference!
Let's spread the concept of ICE by storing an ICE number in our mobile phones today!
Please forward this. It won't take too many "forwards" before everybody will know about this. It really could save your life, or put a loved one's mind at rest.
If we were to be involved in an accident or were taken ill, the people attending us would have our mobile phone but wouldn't know who to call. Yes, there are hundreds of numbers stored but which one is the contact person in case of an emergency? Hence this "ICE" (In Case of Emergency) Campaign...
The concept of "ICE" is catching on quickly. It is a method of contact during emergency situations. As cell phones are carried by the the majority of the population, all you need to do is store the number of a contact person or persons who should be contacted during emergency under the name "ICE" ( In Case Of Emergency).
The idea was thought up by a paramedic who found that when he went to the scenes of accidents, there were always mobile phones with patients, but they didn't know which number to call. He therefore thought that it would be a good idea if there was a nationally recognized name for this purpose. In an emergency situation, Emergency Service personnel and hospital Staff would be able to quickly contact the right person by simply dialing the number you have stored as "ICE."
For more than one contact name simply enter ICE1, ICE2 and ICE3 etc.. A great idea that will make a difference!
Let's spread the concept of ICE by storing an ICE number in our mobile phones today!
Please forward this. It won't take too many "forwards" before everybody will know about this. It really could save your life, or put a loved one's mind at rest.
Remember:-
ICE will speak for you when you are not able to...
ICE will speak for you when you are not able to...
| ALL ABOUT OCTOBER 2010 | for everyone |
An interesting fact about October 2010: This October has 5 fridays, 5 saturdays and 5 sundays, all in 1 month. It happens once in 823 years.
| STONE & SAND -Be kinder than necessary | for everyone |
STONE & SAND
TWO FRIENDS WERE WALKING
THROUGH THE DESERT .
DURING SOME POINT OF THE
JOURNEY, THEY HAD AN
ARGUMENT; AND ONE FRIEND
SLAPPED THE OTHER ONE
IN THE FACE
THE ONE WHO GOT SLAPPED
WAS HURT, BUT WITHOUT
SAYING ANYTHING,
WROTE IN THE SAND ,
TODAY MY BEST FRIEND
SLAPPED ME IN THE FACE .
THEY KEPT ON WALKING,
UNTIL THEY FOUND AN OASIS,
WHERE THEY DECIDED
TO TAKE A BATH
THE ONE WHO HAD BEEN
SLAPPED GOT STUCK IN THE
MIRE AND STARTED DROWNING,
BUT THE FRIEND SAVED HIM.
AFTER HE RECOVERED FROM
THE NEAR DROWNING,
HE WROTE ON A STONE:
'TODAY MY BEST FRIEND
SAVED MY LIFE'
THE FRIEND WHO HAD SLAPPED
AND SAVED HIS BEST FRIEND
ASKED HIM, 'AFTER I HURT YOU,
YOU WROTE IN THE SAND AND NOW,
YOU WRITE ON A STONE, WHY?'
THE FRIEND REPLIED
'WHEN SOMEONE HURTS US
WE SHOULD WRITE IT DOWN
IN SAND, WHERE WINDS OF
FORGIVENESS CAN ERASE IT AWAY.
BUT, WHEN SOMEONE DOES SOMETHING GOOD FOR US,
WE MUST ENGRAVE IT IN STONE
WHERE NO WIND
CAN EVER ERASE IT'
LEARN TO WRITE
YOUR HURTS IN
THE SAND AND TO
CARVE YOUR
BENEFITS IN STONE.
THEY SAY IT TAKES A
MINUTE TO FIND A SPECIAL
PERSON,
AN HOUR TO
APPRECIATE THEM,
A DAY
TO LOVE THEM,
BUT THEN ,
AN ENTIRE LIFE
TO FORGET THEM.
SEND THIS TO
THE PEOPLE YOU'LL NEVER
FORGET.
I JUST DID..
IF YOU DON'T
SEND IT TO ANYONE,
IT MEANS YOU'RE IN A
HURRY AND THAT YOU'VE
THROUGH THE DESERT .
DURING SOME POINT OF THE
JOURNEY, THEY HAD AN
ARGUMENT; AND ONE FRIEND
SLAPPED THE OTHER ONE
IN THE FACE
THE ONE WHO GOT SLAPPED
WAS HURT, BUT WITHOUT
SAYING ANYTHING,
WROTE IN THE SAND ,
TODAY MY BEST FRIEND
SLAPPED ME IN THE FACE .
THEY KEPT ON WALKING,
UNTIL THEY FOUND AN OASIS,
WHERE THEY DECIDED
TO TAKE A BATH
THE ONE WHO HAD BEEN
SLAPPED GOT STUCK IN THE
MIRE AND STARTED DROWNING,
BUT THE FRIEND SAVED HIM.
AFTER HE RECOVERED FROM
THE NEAR DROWNING,
HE WROTE ON A STONE:
'TODAY MY BEST FRIEND
SAVED MY LIFE'
THE FRIEND WHO HAD SLAPPED
AND SAVED HIS BEST FRIEND
ASKED HIM, 'AFTER I HURT YOU,
YOU WROTE IN THE SAND AND NOW,
YOU WRITE ON A STONE, WHY?'
THE FRIEND REPLIED
'WHEN SOMEONE HURTS US
WE SHOULD WRITE IT DOWN
IN SAND, WHERE WINDS OF
FORGIVENESS CAN ERASE IT AWAY.
BUT, WHEN SOMEONE DOES SOMETHING GOOD FOR US,
WE MUST ENGRAVE IT IN STONE
WHERE NO WIND
CAN EVER ERASE IT'
LEARN TO WRITE
YOUR HURTS IN
THE SAND AND TO
CARVE YOUR
BENEFITS IN STONE.
THEY SAY IT TAKES A
MINUTE TO FIND A SPECIAL
PERSON,
AN HOUR TO
APPRECIATE THEM,
A DAY
TO LOVE THEM,
BUT THEN ,
AN ENTIRE LIFE
TO FORGET THEM.
SEND THIS TO
THE PEOPLE YOU'LL NEVER
FORGET.
I JUST DID..
IF YOU DON'T
SEND IT TO ANYONE,
IT MEANS YOU'RE IN A
HURRY AND THAT YOU'VE
FORGOTTEN YOUR FRIENDS.
TAKE THE TIME TO LIVE!
DO NOT VALUE THE THINGS
YOU HAVE IN YOUR LIFE, BUT VALUE
WHO YOU HAVE KNOWN IN YOUR LIFE!
TAKE THE TIME TO LIVE!
DO NOT VALUE THE THINGS
YOU HAVE IN YOUR LIFE, BUT VALUE
WHO YOU HAVE KNOWN IN YOUR LIFE!
AND IF I HAPPEN TO GET IT BACK,
THEN I KNOW MY PLACE IN YOUR LIFE
Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.
(sent by bro Najmuddin)
| Daily Skin Care Routine For Dry Skin | for everyone |
Daily Skin Care Routine For Dry Skin
Soaps that lack glycerin are not good for dry skin. Therefore, if you have dry skin then before buying soap you should check the ingredients of the soap and look for glycerin content. There are natural soaps that contain glycerin. Do not go on the claims that many of the soaps make. Some soap asserts to be herbal or natural but they actually contain harmful chemicals. Natural soap not only cleans your face’s skin but also removes the impurities and makes your skin soft and supple. Some of them also claim of lavender content, but in place of real essential oil, they contain scented oil that smells like lavender. You can also go for homemade soaps that are made by adding different types of oils and herbs to a soap base. This type of soap is good for dry skin as you can add contents that are good for dry skin and can help in healing it. This type of soap is not harmful for your skin as you can add different ingredients to it according to your skin type. It is very important to select the right type of soap as it help in keeping your skin healthy for a long time.
There are numerous causes of dry skin. These can range from hormone imbalance to poor diet as well. Using the wrong kind of soap and skin diseases and even medication can lead to dry skin. Nevertheless, if you are particular about skin care then you should follow some important tips for dry skin on face. Living with dry skin is not difficult but finding the right method of treating it is difficult. There are some tips that you can try if you want to get rid of dry skin. The first and the foremost tip, is to use a good soap that contain all the essential oils, which are necessary to cure dry skin. You can also use a light scrub to remove the dry skin on your face. Add a few drops of limejuice and half tsp of glycerin to half tsp of Vitamin E oil and then apply this mixture to your face. All these contents are good for dry skin. It provides your skin all the elements that it requires to eliminate dry skin. You can also apply different mixtures of such ingredients, which are good for your dry skin. Ingredients like olive oil, glycerin, milk cream are very good in healing dry skin. In case you do not have enough time to make such mixtures then you can apply whole milk, then just leave it for ten minutes, and later wash with cold water. If you do this on a regular basis then this will cure your dry skin within a very short period.
It is also suggested to moisturize in the correct manner. Choose creams and other products that consist of natural oil and other ingredients, which are suitable for dry skin. Natural moisturizers and lotions are very good for dry skin and protect your skin from other problems like aging. If your problem aggravates then it is important to consult a skin specialist. You should be very particular before choosing any product for your skin, especially if you suffer from any skin disease. Try eliminating those products that makes your skin drier. Washing your face before going to bed will also help you. It is important to know that hot water can make your skin drier, so it is suggested to wash your face with cold water. If you follow these tips then you will be able to heal your dry skin easily and will look more beautiful.
| Skin Whitening Tips: Get Fair Skin Fast | for everyone |
Skin Whitening Tips: Get Fair Skin Fast
A dream to have fairer complexion and achieving it is universal between both the sexes. Skin lightening products are popular among Asians, hence in this million dollar industry everyone have thrown their hats into the ring. Rat race among branded as well as cheap local brands is on.
Problems related with hyper pigmentation like spots, freckles, acne scars, melasma, uneven skin tone and other dark areas are common. Relying on lightening, bleaching etc is effective and it has to be incorporated in lifestyle along with other measures so as to bring back the self esteem.
Here are some simple home remedies for skin whitening that you can do to lighten the skin tone and get a lighter complexion. However, they must be done regularly and best results are obtained if they are inculcated as a part of daily routine.
Useful Skin Whitening Tips:
* Many establish cosmetic companies produce their skin lightening face washes, facial gels, creams, lotions and pack to whiten the skin. You can choose any of them for your skin. They are helpful in lighten the skin tone to few shades.
* If everything from the same brand range is applied for skin whitening than it helps more as they have same ingredients for different purposes. Use the same brand of face wash, lotion, day cream, soap and night cream to target the darkness of your skin.
* If you want to go for advanced treatments then you can consult a cosmetologist who gives peels to your skin to make it appear lighter. But some of these treatments are not suitable for sensitive skin.
* Bleaching helps the skin to remove scars, reduce sun tan and pigmentation and clears the skin to make it look lighter in shade. But it should be done carefully as if the ingredients have not mixed in proper proportion or you put it more than the applicable time, it might burn your skin. These days’ bleaches are available in the market for sensitive skin so people who have sensitive skin should choose them.
* Herbal bleach too is a good option. One can learn applying bleach in a right way on the face and body from a professional beautician and then can do it oneself.
* Some of the creams and lotions from the skin whitening range of L’Oreal Paris are very helpful in reducing pigmentation, brown spots and prevents discoloration of the skin tone. They make it smooth, even and much lighter in shade without any side effects.
* Even while choosing a whitening cream or lotion, ones should keep the skin type in mind and should buy them according to the skin type. As some of them might not suit the oily skin or some might no help dry skin.
* Prevention can be taken to stop skin from further darkening-always apply good sunscreen lotion on skin when going in sun. Use waterproof sunscreen lotion while going to swimming. One needs to reapply the sunscreen lotion on the skin every 30 minutes if one is staying directly in the sun. Sun makes the maximum damage to your skin and skin, which is naturally white, too gets tanned and dark if stays directly in the sun without any protection.
Other Suggestions for Skin Whitening:
* Drink at least 3 to 5 liters of water everyday. Water will trash out toxin from our body. Fewer toxins in our body will produce better skin structure.
* Practice healthy diets. Go for fresh and less calories food. Avoid taking oily and high cholesterol food.
* Use quality sunscreen when going out. This is to protect your skin from the damage of UV sunlight.
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