As minister of Muhammad Mosque #6 in Baltimore in the late 80s, Brother Jamil Muhammad named it "the Little Mosque That Could." A number of sisters who are now wives and mothers holding potisions of honor and respect in our Nation recited (joined) during Sister Mashala's tenure as captain. Some of those sisters include Sis. Farah Muhammad, Sis. Tracey Muhammad, Sis. Stephanie Muhammad, Sis. Anita Muhammad, Sis. Maria Muhammad, and Sis Susan Muhammad. The most important work is the raising of the dead to life. May Allah be pleased with Sis. Mashala's work in this regard.
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As Salaam Alaikuam Family
I send you words of encouragement, peace and Love.
Proverbs 9:1-6, 9:10
Wisdom hath builded her house, she
hath hewn out her seven pillars:
2. She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished he table.
3. She hath sent forth her maidens; she crieth upon the highest places of the city,
4. Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither; as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,
5. Come, eat of my bread, and drink of the wine which I have mingled.
6. Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding.
10. The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
Allah Love You...
We Love You Too...
Keep Your Head Up!!!
Sis Gail - Wilm,NC
As-Salaam Alaikum Family!
All Praises be to Allah for allowing us another opportunity and another special moment in Remembering Sister Mashala, (my son O'Keon) and all our Loved Ones during this month that Muslims fast....
The Fast of Ramadan
It is during this month that Muslims fast. It is called the Fast of Ramadan and lasts the entire month. Ramadan is a time when Muslims concentrate on their faith and spend less time on the concerns of their everyday lives. It is a time of worship and contemplation.
During the Fast of Ramadan strict restraints are placed on the daily lives of Muslims. They are not allowed to eat or drink during the daylight hours. Smoking and sexual relations are also forbidden during fasting. At the end of the day the fast is broken with prayer and a meal called the iftar. In the evening following the iftar it is customary for Muslims to go out visiting family and friends. The fast is resumed the next morning.
According to the Holy Quran:
One may eat and drink at any time during the night "until you can plainly distinguish a white thread from a black thread by the daylight: then keep the fast until night"
The good that is acquired through the fast can be destroyed by five things:
1. The telling of a lie
2. Slander
3. Denouncing someone behind his back
4. A false oath
5. Greed or covetousness
These are considered offensive at all times, but are most offensive during the Fast of Ramadan.
During Ramadan, it is common for Muslims to go to the Masjid (Mosque) and spend several hours praying and studying the Quran. In addition to the five daily prayers, during Ramadan Muslims recite a special prayer called the Taraweeh prayer (Night Prayer). The length of this prayer is usually 2-3 times as long as the daily prayers. Some Muslims spend the entire night in prayer.
On the evening of the 27th day of the month, Muslims celebrate the Laylat-al-Qadr (the Night of Power). It is believed that on this night Muhammad first received the revelation of the Holy Quran. And according to the Quran, this is when God determines the course of the world for the following year.
When the fast ends (the first day of the month of Shawwal) it is celebrated for three days in a holiday called Id-al-Fitr (the Feast of Fast Breaking). Gifts are exchanged. Friends and family gather to pray in congregation and for large meals. In some cities fairs are held to celebrate the end of the Fast of Ramadan.
May Allah continue to Strengthen and Bless you as we take this Journey --- We Call "LIFE!!"
Remember---ALLAH Loves You
And We Love You....
Keep Your Head Up!!
Sis Gail - Wilm., NC
As-Salaam Alaikum Family!
I come again today to write encouraging words in the "Garden of Memories" of our Dear Sister Mashala Muhammad and all our "Loved Ones" whom Allah has evolved into the Hereafter which the Holy Qur'an mentions as a continuation of this Life.
It's May 4,2009 and tomorrow is my son OKeon's Birthday. He would have been 32 years old. I cry and die a little bit each day...wishing I could see his face again, hear his voice, laugh and smile awhile!! I wanna' just wrap my arms around him and tell him how much I love him!! But a violent "tornado" here in North Carolina robbed me of those opportunities. Nonetheless, I thank All Merciful Allah God for all the wonderful opportunities HE has allowed me to have with my son for 30 years!! Life it seems--is sometimes "unfair." But I trust in a "just God" and a "fair God" knowing that oneday I'll see my son's face again...
I bring this same strength and faith to your family with encouraging words of "truth, love, prayer, preseverance,endurance,long-suffering, and Peace---knowing as a "Believer---Paradise is Ours!!"
Remember---ALLAH Loves You
And We Love You Too....
Keep Your Head Up!!
Sis Gail - Wilm., NC
May 4, 2009 9:27 AM
As-Salaam Alaikum Family!
Again I come to the "Garden of Memories" of Sister Mashala in celebration of her birth. "Happy Birthday Mashala!!" Gone too soon...Gone too soon!!
The Hon. Minister Farrakhan was absolutely awesome this morning and so timely....via Webcast!!
May Allah Strengthen you Daily and Bring Joy where there is Void and Pain...
Remember Allah Loves You
And We Love You Too....
Keep Your Head Up!!
Sis Gail - Wilm., NC
July 26, 2009 3:13 PM
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