Historical Resolution Co-Sponsored by Rep. Keith Ellison WASHINGTON, D.C. (MASNET) Oct. 2, 2007 – MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights dvocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS) announces and celebrates with the entire Muslim community, the unanimous passage of House Resolution 635 – 'The Ramadan Bill' – "recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United States and throughout the world for their faith." Rick Jauert, Rep. Keith Ellison's Communications Director in Washington, D.C., confirmed the unanimous (376-0) vote in favor of the 'Ramadan Bill' took place earlier today before the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution, originally submitted by Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) (for herself, Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY), and Rep. Keith Ellison (D-MN), was brought to a vote before the Committee on Foreign Affairs early Tuesday morning and additionally states: "Whereas, since the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, threats and incidents of violence have been directed at law-abiding, patriotic Americans of African, Arab, and South Asian descent, particularly members of the Islamic faith; Whereas, on September 14, 2001, the House of Representatives passed a concurrent resolution condemning bigotry and violence against Arab-Americans, American Muslims, and Americans from South Asia in the wake of the terrorist attacks; Whereas, it is estimated that there are approximately 1,500,000,000 Muslims worldwide; Whereas, Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide, and is the 9th month of the Muslim calendar year; and Whereas, the observance of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan commences at dusk on September 13, 2007, and continues for one lunar month: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That-- (1) during this time of conflict, in order to demonstrate solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes the Islamic faith as one of the great religions of the world; and (2) in observance of and out of respect for the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives acknowledges the onset of Ramadan and expresses its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this significant occasion." "This is indeed a symbolic, historic event and it again recognizes the growing religious pluralism of the United States, we wish to express our appreciations to the sponsors and co-sponsors of this resolution," stated MAS Freedom Executive Director, Mahdi Bray. Passage of the Ramadan Bill is something the American Muslim community will be especially thankful for as they enter the 'Last 10 Days of Ramadan' beginning Oct. 3, 2007. The 'Last 10 Days' are marked, in emulation of the practice of Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him), by contentious exertion in devotion and worship – more so than in any other time during the Ramadan season. More..

Spending sometime here today.

I called the city the other night for early Eid and I got a bad news that a prominent Sheikh is shot in the head as he left Taraawiix. May Allah grant him Jannah. Even In the best days of Ramadan, they won't break from their satanic activities.

Just Kidding. Here're some interesting War ninku muxuu j is daba dhigay? Ragga gaalo jafaaf waa ehel Jaxiimaadee Jahanamo inay galahayaan waa igu jaamacee

A link for Taraweh Prayers of 2005 in video.

The blessed month of Ramadan presents us with a valuable opportunity, one that increases our ajar, helps a fellow Muslims, and makes our scale heavier in the Day of Judgment. As the title suggests, Iftar program is all about providing Iftar for thousands and thousands of Muslims fasting this Ramadan. Whether a piece of date, a cup of milk or a complete Iftar, giving and spending on fellow Muslims is what many mosques around the world plan this time of the year. Some of these mosques maintain a list where people sign up for a night or two. Local businesses also participate in these events and sometimes take a junk of the spending. At my local mosque, last year the Iftar & Suhur of the last ten days of Ramadan were already taken shortly after Ramadan begun. I won’t be surprised if the month is already booked by now. As the old saying goes, charity begins at home. I don’t know if this is Islamically correct but my intention of using the phrase is to try to encourage myself and others of starting or supporting Iftar programs for the mosques back home especially those in the remote areas. I believe charity in the sake of Allah knows no boundary, Muslim or not, right or wrong, bad or good people, so long the need is there. I stand corrected if I err here. Charity is not about showing generosity or seeking appreciation for contributing but rather to please Allah and to extinguish one’s sins by means of charity as the water extinguishes fire as the Hadith demonstrates. Allah encourages us to give and spend on those in need but Satan, our archenemy keeps whispering our inner ears and threatens us with poverty. Do not pay attention to his lousy threats. They’re not meant for good Muslims with strong Iman. The prophet’s promises are much heavier than those empty threats. One of the prophet’s promises is that charity does not reduce one’s wealth, regardless the amount given. Whatever is spent in charity is what we actually saved and whatever is spent on our body is what’s actually lost from the account of aakhira. Preparing Iftar for a fasting person is indeed a dual ajar, that of the charity niya and an equal ajar to that of the fasting person, with no reward reduction to anyone. With the thousands of Muslims fasting, each one of us has a precious chance to sponsor or support one or two families this Ramadan or a mosque for Iftar. It does not take a lot but makes huge difference in one’s life. A friend of mine told me a circle of his friends were able to contribute and provide Iftar of about couple of hundred people last year in a mosque in Bay region. He said one does not need a big budget or lots of time to set up Iftar at any mosque in a city of his choice. Only a trustworthy credible people, Imam or mosque admin is needed to hire a cook or a nearby restaurant to prepare the food. If you can’t get friends to do it with you, do it for that extended family member back home, or that family neighbor or friend. The prophet scw urged we should protect ourselves from Naar even with a piece of date. Provide a piece of date for a fasting Muslim this Ramadan. My apologies for this poorly written piece. Time is not with me. I leave you with this clip. "Fal yatanaa fasil mutanaafisuun" Ramadan Mubaarak

The article hardly answers the question it posts.

I thought this deadly phenomenon has long departed. I think what drives someone to undermine their deen and stack up few more green papers is mere greed and endless appetite for more glitters; all under the influence of fatal qaflah. The irony lies the extend Muslims go for dunya and how much we forget the Zuhd concept. The whole purpose of earning should have been about pleasing your maker since no penny goes without question on yowmul hisaab. No servant leaves before Allah until asked about how every single penny made its way to the pocket and how it left out.

Ramadan Mubarak!

^Xaasid waaxid.

^Odaga habaarka ka daa. Allow oday la'aan ha na dhigin. Odaga in the story iyo ciyaalka are sort of sworn enemy. Intuu xambaaroba iskaba daayee agtiisa ma tagi karaan. Horta ma jiraa oday ilmo badan dhalay oo naxariis iyo koolkoolin badan?

Who knew Lily was a man shooter. That husband in question at least delegated. This discussion reminds me of sheeko oday geeljire dhigay. Odaga waxaa la yidhi ilmo yar uu dhalay baa dirin uu odaga ku fadhiyey u soo dhowaaday. Islaantii buu qaylo la fuulay in loud voice. "War cunuga, war cunuga iga qabo. Waaxay ilamahan inta ii soo jirsaday" Allow naxariis la'aan ha na dhigin. Most husbands I know are pretty good cooks.

^Maasha'alaah. Good advice. Put on your favorite Sheikh and Surah and jack up the volume. You'll fall into a deep sleep in few minutes IA.

Totally agree with you D & D. The best way to get things from your hubby is dropping subtle hints and be totally appreciative and surprised when he act upon them. Let him believe that he did it on his own initiave, honestly men can be ****** sometimes but so what in the end you get your cake without the hassle and moanings. If I were a gambling man I wouldn't bet on that. You're better off with the double K treatment, Kal, Kab. Playing dumb is Faarax's best game. Just ask our expert resident Faarax-Brownie

^Is Governor Horn I mean Taano invited? On a serious note. Another endless shir beelood hardly presents any tangible progress. TFG should get a better brain to come up a better problem solving skill than relying village elders to do the hard work.

R somali woman crazy It all depends. For minyari, romance it's the way to go.

Sharing anything Islamic, videos, pictures, lectures or useful articles. Please do. Sh. Ali Abdalla Jabir in video reciting . YouTube viewer comment: ما شاء الله تبارك الله رحمك الله يا شيخ وجعل قبرك روضة من رياض الجنة ^Aamiin. Here's a brother with almost of the Sheikh.

Thanks MMA for sharing the list. Kuwo badanaa ka dhacsanahaa kor ku qortay but I'll comment later IA.

Interesting. Does the name Moqdisho has any meaning?

HornAfrique: How credible is your source? I'll let you make that judgment call. Originally posted by HornAfrique: Allpuntland is a website that has been caught numerous times before of making up stories dealing with Kismaayo. System Warning: Flip-flop alarm detected.

Have you ever seen or heard of one? Mudo dheer ayaan raadinayey Somali thesaurus, qaamuuska erayada isku micnaha ah qora. It's time to put SOL brain to the test. Here's a little interesting yet educational game. Come up with any Somali word and try to give at least three synonymous. Hal eray oo wata sadex erayoo la micno ah ama u micno dhow. Keep the rule of 1 x 3 in mind and all the words should be in Somali. Excuse isku-labka labad luuqadood. Where is MMA when you need him? Tusaale ahaan. Eeg: arag, fiiri, dhugo, day & jeedaali. This one has five synonymous. It's one of the few ones I know. Kor: oogo, dul, sagxad. Here's the first one and whoever gets all three should post the next word. Yaa bilaabay? Duray: hargab??

I'm not a big fan of Bill Maher but he once said Republicans are slowly coming out of the closet one by one. From high level priest to prominent congressman to senator. Hopefully a lesson for the average one-issue voter. I was shocked to have heard police officer was there conducting sting operation in the toilet? More so with the guy claiming to have done it with the Senator at a truck stop. Subxaana Malikil-quduus.

lol@left hand. Show idinkaaba ninka ka cadheysiiyey. You know those defense lawyers could put you in the witness stand and the next thing you realize is all eyes on you!

Ilaahey ha u gargaaro maskiinta. Ninbaa yiri mineey ciid ku beegto ayadeey u taal. Marka inanta ceeb aan qamriyo cab qol la gal aheyn ka kasban. Ardaalkaan 27 years Tyrone in qol loogu xiruu istaahilaa. Soomaalida inta badan wanaag iyo maslaxo ayey ka door bidaan dacwo iyo is-qabqabsi balse waxay hilmaamaan in dulmanuhu xaq u leeyahay aarsasho le'eg xad gudubkii lagu suubiyey.

Faahiyoow, wait until Oodweyne comes with 4 page essay and Somaliland and UK highlighted sixteen times.