A closer look at Islamic Architecture around the globe

Islamic architecture encompasses a wide range of both secular and religious styles from the foundation of Islam to the present day, influencing the design and construction of buildings and structures in Islamic culture. The principal Islamic architectural types are: the Mosque, the Tomb, the Palace and the Fort. From these four types, the vocabulary of Islamic architecture is derived and used for...

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Posted by Muhammad Kashif Majeed on Saturday July 24, 2010 | Islam | 177 views

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Quran teachings regarding Human rights

"And do not approach the property of the orphans but in the best way, until he reaches the maturity and fill up the measure and weight with justice. We burden no soul but to its capacity, and when you speak, then say just, event though it be a matter of your relative, and fulfil the covenant of Allah. This He has en-joined you strictly that haply you may accept admonition." 6 – Al...

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Posted by Muhammad Kashif Majeed on Tuesday May 11, 2010 | Islam | 132 views

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British journalist overcomed by the sound of the azaan

BBC journalist katherine humble overpowered by the sound of adhan. Adhan is called out by the muezzin in the mosque, sometimes from a minaret, five times a day summoning Muslims for mandatory (fard) prayers (salah). There is a second call known as iqama that summons Muslims to line up for the beginning of the prayers. The main purpose behind the loud pronouncement of adhan five times a day in every...

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Posted by Muhammad Kashif Majeed on Wednesday November 18, 2009 | Islam | 605 views

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