Salams Why does God WILL FOR EVIL in the world? God doesn't will evil on anyone who beleives in him. You want to know why ppl in palestine are dying everyday, because they are fighting for a worthy cause, and the reason is happening for so long is becuase the islamic are not united. We have people like saudis supporting the jews, so why shouldn't Allah swt will bad things for us,he asked us to be united,and we are disobeying him. What we need is this ummah to reunite, and allah will have his mercy on us inshallah.

Salam to all Thanks for the ideas you kindly post it. Well to describe what we are selling, for now we are only starting out with ice cream, coffee, and we will be selling sweets, such as cake, etc. And we are also implmenting another part of the restaurant where we will be selling entries such as rice, sandwiches, sambosa and that sort. Yeah basically a brief describtion there. We are looking for english names, so most people can understand it. an its located in michigan, ann arbor area for those who wanted to know. Rudy of course yuo can get a free dinner, but you will be doing the dishes.LOL

Asalamu alaikum OK, my family is opening a somalian restaurant and I need help coming up with a name. I came up with few of them like Horn of Africa, Somalian Cuisine but my sis didnt like it.... if any1 has ideas plz post it. Thanks

Asalamu alaikum nomads I have friends who are converts, mostly African Americans, alxamdulilah they are trying their best to adhere to Islam and build their iman. But here is the problem, most somalis look down on them, and say oh those adoons pretending to be muslims, they dont even wear hijab. True they dont wear hijab, but they are new to islam and inshalah they will soon understand the importance of hijab. They think they are so much better than others. Pride is dangerous, pride and arrogance is the tools of shaytan. Yet every time they see them they have to comment on what they are doing wrong in a way that makes them look superior. I have noticed this kind of behavior in a lot somalis, why do we pride ourselves in such behavior that will turn people away from islam, all we do is preach and we aren't teaching. What can we do to help ourselves and how can we change this behavior? Also am just wondering, why do somalis have problem with african americans, I heard so many preconceived notions about them.

Asalamu alaikum Alxamdulilah am proud of who I'm. and where I came from. Am always striving to become a better muslimah, other than that I wont change a thing.

Asalamu alaikum Allah SWT does everything for a reason, whether we know it or not we have to live by his commands. To answer your question WHY DOES GOD COMMAND ONE THING and WILL ANOTHER THING? Allah does everything to test us, is a test of iman and taqwa. And everything is written for us, nothing will ever go as we plan unless allah has that will for us. And again it all comes down to testing our iman and how we will react in good and bad situations.

Sister is not worth putting all that energy in some1 who obviosly doesn't want to be with you. I hope u find the strength to get past this experience. And sis that is why we should keep our emotions in check when we are interested in finding a partner islamically. you said u spent so much time thinkign about him, but you could be spendign that time in remembring allah. Wardi you said-- "on the other hand muslim women should not go this channel to find man there are proper channels according islamic ways thats a lot better," Are you imlpying that is ok for the muslim men to go through this channel?

My 3 requirements are 1. He has to be a true muslim, there is no point in spending my life with some1, who is not gona help me in in obeying allah. 2. He has to be educated, he is gota be willing to put as much effort as I'm if not more. 3. He has to have a good personality, its a must.

Asalamu alaikum Ok nomads what would be the 3 requirements, and why?

A lawyer married a woman who had previously divorced ten husbands. On their wedding night, she told her new husband, "Please be gentle, I'm still a virgin." "What?" said the puzzled groom. "How can that be if you've been married ten times?" "Well, Husband #1 was a sales representative; he kept telling me how great it was going to be. Husband #2 was in software services; he was never really sure how it was supposed to function, but he said he'd look into it and get back to me. Husband #3 was from field services; he said everything checked out diagnostically but he just couldn't get the system up. Husband #4 was in telemarketing; even though he knew he had the order, he didn't know when he would be able to deliver. Husband #5 was an engineer; he understood the basic process but wanted three years to research, implement, and design a new state-of-the-art method. Husband #6 was from finance and administration; he thought he knew how, but he wasn't sure whether it was his job or not. Husband #7 was in marketing; although he had a nice product, he was never sure how to position it. Husband #8 was a psychologist; all he ever did was talk about it. Husband #9 was a gynecologist; all he did was look at it. Husband #10 was a stamp collector; all he ever did was... God! I miss him! But now that I've married you, I'm really excited!" "Good," said the new husband, "but, why?" "You're a lawyer. This time I know I'm gonna get screwed!"

My biggest fear in a relationship is not knowing the purpose of that relationship.

Asalamu alaikum If a guy is a muslim, he shouldn't in the first place be asking you to have sex with him so he can keep you, the guy obviosly has no respect whatsoever for islam and some1 like that is not worth being close to. And am all confused ppl, why is it that we are so afraid to have sex, but its okay to go out, date, kiss, have the b/f g/f thing going on, all that is as haram as having sex. That is what leads to sex and those guys with twisted minds are using that to their advantage because they don't fear Allah SWT.

Asalamu alaikum If a guy is a muslim, he shouldn't in the first place be asking you to have sex with him so he can keep you, the guy obviosly has no respect whatsoever for islam and some1 like that is not worth being close to. And am all confused ppl, why is it that we are so afraid to have sex, but its okay to go out, date, kiss, have the b/f g/f thing going on, all that is as haram as having sex. That is what leads to sex and those guys with twisted minds are using that to their advantage because they don't fear Allah SWT.

HMM... 3 things I wouldn't do to my husband 1. Disrespect him, I expect to respected so he deserves to be respected. 2. Dishonesty-relationships is build on honesty and trust so am not willing to break that bridge. 3. Going to bed, being mad at him...

Asalamu alaikum w. w. Scorpion sis thanks for the thoughtful wlc. And yes U of M has a great pharmaceutical graduate program, and am not so sure about physician assistant program. but here is a website you can go to... www.umich.edu

A Muslim scholar (sheikh) was on a visit to China to give a series of lectures to the local Muslim community. One day, he was scheduled to give a lecture at a local hall and was about to take a taxi along with his companions to that location. They got into the taxi and the Sheikh asked about the length of time it would take to get to the lecture hall. The taxi driver, through the interpreter, answered "Two hours." The Sheikh immediately turned to his companions and said: "well, we can't sit in this taxi with the driver for two hours and not tell him about our religion. If we did that then we would be no different than any other non-Muslim or kaffir who uses this taxi. We are the people that Allah (SWT) chose to carry His message and honoured us to be Muslims. It is our duty to tell this person about Islam." However, the driver was a native Chinese and didn't have a common language with the Sheikh. They had to communicate through an interpreter. Sheikh to interpreter: "Ask the man if he believes in any religion?" Driver: "No, I don't believe in religion. I just get up in the morning, go to work and earn money. At the end of the day, I collect my money, go buy some food and drink for my family. What do I need religion for?" Sheikh: "Ask this man if he has ever heard anything about Islam." Driver: "Not much. I've seen a tape once and showed Muslims as violent people. I don't know much else." Sheikh: "Ask him about computers. What does he think of computer?" Driver: "I think the computer is an excellent invention. It is very useful and very sophisticated." Sheikh: "Does he think that the computer could have invented itself or does he think that a human being invented it?" Driver: "A human invented it, of course. It is not capable of inventing itself." Sheikh: "Which one is more complicated the computer or the human being?" Driver: "The human being is more complicated, of course." Sheikh: "O.K., if the computer must have been invented by a human being, then it follows that a human being (which is more complicated) must also have a creator." Driver: "O.K." Sheikh: "In Islam, we believe that Allah is the creator of human beings and all other beings. Fine, now let's move on. Assume that you have never seen a computer before and never heard of it. If I brought a computer to you and gave it to you. Would you know what to do with it? Would you be able to use to its full potential?" Driver: "No, I wouldn't." Sheikh: "Now, if I gave you a catalogue for the computer, then you will be able to better use it? Correct?" Driver: "Correct!" Sheikh: "In Islam, we view Quran as the catalogue used by human beings to manage their lives. Without this catalogue, they will ruin themselves! Now, if this inventor of the computer assembled the machine and printed the catalogue, what would be the next step? He would need to train some engineers and others on how to spread the message about this machine. These people would, in turn, train others and others until everyone knows about the machine. In the example of Allah and Quran, the prophets of Allah play the role of the engineers. They learn the message and teach it to others so that the message will spread. Prophet Muhammad (saw) is the final messanger of Allah and he was ordered to take the message to all human beings." By this time, the trip was coming to an end and they almost reached the lecture hall. But the Sheikh can see that there were tears coming out of the driver's eyes. The words of the Sheikh was having a significant effect on this driver. Driver: "These ideas are very interesting to me. Do you mind spending 15 more minutes with me to tell me about this religion?" The Sheikh agreed to spend those few minutes with this person and did. The man asked many questions and seemed genuine in his desire to learn more about this religion. At the end of these few minutes, the driver said: "I want to join this religion of yours. How do I do that?" He was told that all he needs to do is say: "I bear witness that there is no God but Allah and I bear witness that Muhammad (saw) is his servant and messenger." =================== Allahu Akbar!! Sounds simple, doesn't it? A taxi trip in the crowded streets of a Chinese city brings the light of Islam into the heart of a Chinese man. A man who started his day as an atheist never suspected that he will end his day as a muslim. There are many people out there who are thirsty for the message of Islam. Gaining them as Muslim brothers and sisters could be as simple as this TRUE story..

What do you see when you look at me? Do you see someone limited, or someone free? All some people can do is just look and stare, Simply because they can't see my hair. Others think I am controlled and uneducated. They think that I am limited and not liberated, They are so thankful that they are not me, Because they would like to remain 'free'. Well free isn't exactly the word I would've used, Describing women who are cheated on and abused. They think that I do not have opinions or a voice They think that being hooded isn't my choice, They think that the hood makes me look caged, That my husband or dad are totally outraged, All they can do is look at me in fear, And in my eye there is a tear. Not because I have been stared at or made fun of, But because people are ignoring the One up above. On the day of judgment they will be the fools, Because they were too ashamed to play by their own rules. Maybe the guys won't think I am a cutie, But at least I am filled with more inner beauty. See I have declined from being a guy's toy, Because I won't let myself be controlled by a boy Real men are able to appreciate my mind, And aren't busy looking at my behind. Hooded girls are the ones really helping the Muslim cause, The role that we play definitely deserves applause. I will be recognized because I am smart and bright, And because some people are inspired by my sight. The smart ones are attracted by my tranquility, In the back of their mind, they wish they were me We have the strength to do what we think is right Even if it means putting up a life long fight. You see we are not controlled by a mini skirt and tight shirt, We are given only respect, and never treated like dirt. So you see, we are the ones that are free and liberated, We are not the ones that are sexually terrorized and violated. We are the ones that are free and pure, We're free of STD's that have no cure, So when people ask you how you feel about the hood. Just sum it up by saying 'baby its all good'

Asalamu alaikum Modesty a great article, We just have to learn to be thankful for this deen, without islam we are nothing. Rudy, brother I think you already adapted to the misconception of the nonbeleivers that Islam oppresses women, well it doesn't it sets us free. And again, having maids does not send out a bad image of muslims, if you have the money why not do what ever you please, as long as it does not contradict to the islamic beleifs.

Asalamu alaikum Thanks everyone for the warm and genuine welcome. I hope I enjoy my stay at SOL.

Well said Muxajabah. We, women in Islam have so much to live for. I hope someday all of us would come to our senses and see Islam does not oppress women, but sets us free.

Asalamu alaikum Great topic you started! Its funny how the muslim ummah are becoming so materialistic. Inshallah weather we knew if we had one day to live or hundred years, I hope one day soon this ummah will realize that we need to turn to allah SWT and ask for forgiveness, and adhere to islam until our day comes to return to our creator.

Asalamu alaikum I think arranged marriages are much more successful than anyother type of marriage whatever that might be. Coming from a big family I had seen 4 of my older sisters marriages arranged, and yes alxamdulilah their marriage is great. I think when parents are arranging your marriage they know what is in their and your best interests are, after have raised you for so long I know they will not be okay with whatever type of guy is interested in you. Anyways that is my opinion, and besides a marriage without parents approval is invalid islamicly.

Inaa lillahi wa ina illahi raajicuun Even though I never met this respected man in our community, may allah's mercy be with him inshaallah. Amin

Asalamu alaikum I recently discovered this website, am not a computer genius but I enjoy forums. But I totally fell in love with this forum, especially the islamic section. Anyways I was wondering if everyone if they dont mind could introduce themselves so I kinda know who am replying to. Anyways My name is Ruqiyah, residing in USA. Inshallah I will be finishing up my bachelors in Health Adminstration in 3 more semesters at University of Michigan. Well that is about it. Wa Salam

Salams, Well undoubtly we lied few times in our life time, but am sure we feel guilty afterwards for lying, well atleast some of us, and of course telling the truth will always make us feel better in any given situation, well I think so. Back to the topic, I lie once in a while, especially when my parents are behind my back. I regreted right away, but everyone gota do what they feel is right.