Although at first glance one might see enhanced productivity simply through outsourcing all growth, is there not a form of deen-centered productivity that takes root when we return to the soil?
Read article[Productive Hobbies] Cooking and Baking
How can cooking and baking be made into a productive hobby? How can ALL the family members get involved in a chore, which is predominantly considered the “woman’s area of expertise”? If yours is a family that loves eating out ALL the time, this article will provide insights as to why this habit might be
Read article[Productive Hobbies] A Guide to Learning Arabic
As Muslims we should always be working towards getting closer to Allah . That is after all why we were created: to worship Allah [Qur’an: Chapter 51, Verse 56]. Learning Arabic can be viewed as one of the ways we can grow closer to Allah . Insha Allah this article will look at why Arabic
Read article21 Productive Hobbies Series – Sports & Working Out
Islam encourages Muslims, after fulfilling their obligatory duties, to use their spare time in beneficial pursuits which help one draw closer to Allah – from the moment they wake up until it’s time to sleep. This leaves a Muslim with no time to waste in activities that drain his energy or squander it in inappropriate ways.
Read article[Productive Hobbies] Cultivating a Love for Reading
Reading is a means of thinking with another person’s mind; it forces you to stretch your own. -Charles Scribner, Jr. Reading can be defined as a process where the mind passes from understanding less to understanding more. A person is forced to think beyond the obvious. Why should we develop and nurture this habit as productive Muslims
Read article[Productive Hobbies] Archery: A Sunnah Sport Full of Secrets
Wondering how to do ibadah (worship) while playing a sport? A few years ago a friend and I followed our beloved Prophet’s advice and started archery. The Prophet once passed by some people of the tribe of Bani Aslam who were practicing archery. The Prophet said: “O Bani Isma`il ! Practice archery as your father Isma`il was a
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