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Ettiquette for Studying Online

Never has it been so easy to access information and persue the study of deen.  There are a multitude of online platforms and organisations which allow free webinars, online conferences, live streaming and free course material. The option for tertiary qualifications are also available online, at the click of a button – Studying has truly evolved. If you’re a new online student, here are some tips and pointers to keep you on track and on top of your goals. Purify your intentions What does this mean? Simply focus and understand why you’re studying. Make intention for it to be...

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What is Matcha?

What is Matcha? The latest health craze, has actually been around for ages! Matcha is a special type of powdered green tea that is grown and produced in Japan. The green tea leaves are shaded from the sun for the last few weeks of their growth, increasing the chlorophyll content and creating a gorgeous green color. Then, the leaves are carefully ground with stone grinding wheels to produce a fine powder, which is whisked into water to make a frothy, creamy tea. 1. Matcha is rich in antioxidants. 2. An excellent form of detox. 3. Helps maintaining your immune...

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Minder, the Muslim Tinder

Yes Really!  There is such a thing. The ever increasing challenge to find a spouse you click with escalates – especially if you come from the no dating and no free mixing between the genders type of background. Whilst there are a lot of websites out there which are successful in pairing up many couplese, or really awful in terms of the type of individual it might attract. South Africa has limited digital avenue for the average Zainab and Average Yusuf to explore the realm of Halaal Love online. Solution? Enter MINDER , the muslim equivalent of Tinder. https://www.minder.app/...

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Aakhira Goals: Death is Short

As the adage goes, Life is short, but that’s not really a thing – As a muslim, death is short. You are moving from the limitations of the duniya, to the vastness of the aakhira. Actual death is just a moment. The beloved prophet Muhammad SAWS passed away at age 62, in some narrations 63 years old. Consider your life – 63 years minus your current age. That’s how long you have to live, if you’re lucky, Gone are the times where people grew old and frail before passing away, many young people reach their demise with no health...

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Eat Dates

Did you know that Dates are not only an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and fibre, but also a strong source of protein as well! Other benefits of eating dates are: • Increased energy • Weight loss • Relieving constipation, supporting regular bowel movements • Promoting heart health, reducing heart disease risk • Diarrhea • Iron-deficiency anemia • Reducing blood pressure • Impotence • Promoting respiratory and digestive health • Pregnancy deliveries • Hemorrhoid prevention • Chronic conditions such as arthritis • Reducing colitis risk • Preventing colon cancer You should definitely add them to your daily...

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