Live Transmission of Lailatul Qadr

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Live Transmission of Lailatul Qadr from Markazi Muraqba Hall Karachi in progress

URS of Hazrat Baba Tajuddin ( Rehmat-ullah Alaih )

The great sufi saint, Hazrat Baba Tajuddin Auliya (R.A) also the grand father of Great Spiritual Scientist, Hazrat Qalandar Baba Auliya (R.A). The anniversary (URS) was held on 17th August 2011 this year in the month of Ramadan... some places it was 16th Ramdan and at some 17th.

Akhuwat - Interest Free Small Loans For Entrepreneurs

Akhuwat - A decade of hope:

Vision
A poverty free society built on the principles of compassion and equity.

Mission
To alleviate poverty by empowering socially and economically marginalized families through interest free microfinance and by harnessing entrepreneurial potential, capacity building and social guidance.

History

Akhuwat was established in 2001 with the objective of providing interest free micro credit to the poor so as to enhance their standard of living. The organization started with a first loan of Rs. 10,000 which was given to a widow. This brave lady did not believe in charity hence she asked for qarz e hasna. She purchased two sewing machines and started a small boutique in her house. She worked so hard that in six months she returned the loan. During this period she also ran her house and married one of her daughters. That was the beginning of what later became a movement.

Akhuwat is dedicated to improving the lives of the poor; those who are financially abused, abandoned and disregarded by society. As a registered non-governmental organization, Akhuwat provides the poor with interest-free loans so that they may acquire a livelihood and the skills and support they need to reach their full potential. To this end, Akhuwat raises its funds from Civil Society. It does not depend on international funding; instead it uses the spirit of volunteerism and the tradition of giving, a cardinal principle of all religions.
Akhuwat derives inspiration from the Muslim spirit of muakhaat or brotherhood. The earliest example of muakhaat was first displayed by the citizens of Madina at the dawn of Islam, when they shared their wealth with the immigrants or muhajirin of Mecca. Akhuwat’s philosophy is based on the principle of Qarze-e-Hasna, helping someone in need with interest-free loans, which is favored over charity. From a first loan of Rs. 10,000, Akhuwat’s total disbursement has now increased to more than Rs. 1.1 billion in just over nine years. Akhuwat’s greatest success is that it has been instrumental in helping 99,844 families move from being dependent on others to being self-sufficient. The success stories of these people bring hope to those still in need of help.

Akhuwat started its operations in Lahore and to date has fifteen branches in this city. It has also expanded to Rawalpindi and Faisalabad in collaboration with the Chambers of Commerce and Industry and philanthropists of these two cities. Besides these big cities it has opened branches in other cities like Bahawalpur, Multan, Gujrat, Dera Ghazi Khan, Khanewal, Rajanpur, Nowshera, Peshawar and Karachi. Akhuwat has also expanded its programme in small cities and towns like Mansehra, Sahiwal, Miani, Kot Momin (Sargodha), Chiniot, Dijkot, Samundari, Lodhran, Jehanian, Duniyapur, Nain Sukh, Chunian, Changa Manga (Kasur), Choti Zaireen (Dera Ghazi Khan), Chak Madressah (Bahawalnagar), Sheikhupura, Toulamba, Jampur, Kot Mithan and Khairpur(Sindh). Few more branches are under process in Mardan and Farooqabad. Akhuwat’s model is also a part of curriculum at University of Southern New Hampshire USA and Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS). All this has been made possible because of the tireless efforts made by our dedicated staff. Akhuwat sincerely appreciates and is grateful to hundreds of individuals and families who have donated money, time and skills to this cause. We would like to introduce Akhuwat to a wider audience like development professionals microfinance experts, international donors, media, religious Scholars and above all the Philanthropists and community at large. As some one said, “Akhuwat is a fine example of civil society at its best”. The objective is to present this fine example to others. Together we all can make a big difference. You all have shared not only your time and resources, but also your compassion. It is because of your generous support that Akhuwat is, and will continue to be, an inspirational place - a haven, where hope for the future blossoms.

More Info on Akhuwat.org.pk

Wasif Ali Wasif

Wasif Ali Wasif: -

Audio lectures and a lot of stuff in Urdu from Hazrat Wasif Ali Wasi (R.A).... A great spiritual teacher and literary from Pakistan.

http://wasifaliwasif.pk

The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes - When the Moors Ruled in Europe - Channel 4

The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes - When the Moors Ruled in Europe - Channel 4: - Sent using Google Toolbar

Bettany Hughes traces the story of the mysterious and misunderstood Moors, the Islamic society that ruled in Spain for 700 years, but whose legacy was virtually erased from Western history.

In 711 AD, a tribe of newly converted Muslims from North Africa crossed the straits of Gibraltar and invaded Spain. Known as The Moors, they went on to build a rich and powerful society.

Its capital, Cordoba, was the largest and most civilised city in Europe, with hospitals, libraries and a public infrastructure light years ahead of anything in England at the time.

Amongst the many things that were introduced to Europe by Muslims at this time were: a huge body of classical Greek texts that had been lost to the rest of Europe for centuries (kick-starting the Renaissance); mathematics and the numbers we use today; advanced astronomy and medical practices; fine dining; the concept of romantic love; paper; deodorant; and even erection creams.

This wasn't the rigid, fundamentalist Islam of some people's imaginations, but a progressive, sensuous and intellectually curious culture. But when the society collapsed, Spain was fanatically re-Christianised; almost every trace of seven centuries of Islamic rule was ruthlessly removed.

It is only now, six centuries later, that The Moors' influences on European life and culture are finally beginning to be fully understood.

Watch Documentary from this link.