Ramadan 2023

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ARABIC & ENGLISH MAGAZINE

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Editor in Chief: Fawaz Chawk Creative Director: Omar Alhashemi Editorial Secretary: Dr. Abdul M. Kamareddine Layout: (OVISION) Sydney: Monzer Gabr Adelaide: Ahmed Zreika

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Ramadan: A journey of self-leadership Al Wasat Magazine Address:

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‫يرجى عدم رمي الصحيفة على‬ ‫االرض الحتوائها على آيات قرآنية‬

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The Attraction of Islam Not Muslims

‫حفل اطالق غرفة التجارة‬ ‫والصناعة األسترالية األردنية‬

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‫أحاديث في صيام رمضان‬

The Jingoism of AUKUS the English Speaking Triad

6 Tips For Schools - How to Support Muslim Students During Ramadan

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Benefits of Dates

Fasting, Charity, Patience & More

5 Healthy Suhoor MustHaves

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ISAA Inaugural Executive Leadership Retreat 2023

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Halal Cosmetics and Personal Hygiene

The month of Fasting in Cultural Islam

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‫الملتقى الثقافي اإلرتري‬ )‫ يكرم موقع (عونا‬،‫األسترالي‬ ‫في يوبيله الفضي‬

TOP 3 MYTHS ABOUT STRESS

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‫مكانة رمضان في‬ ‫السنَّة المطهّرة‬

‫بكفالتك لليتيم تسد جوعه‬ ً ‫وتعطيه أم‬ ‫ال بمستقبل مشرق‬ ‫ دوالرا في الشهر يمكنك أن تكفل‬50 ‫بمبلغ‬ . ‫يتيمًا فتسعد قلبه وتغير حياته لألفضل‬

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In Ramadan

REFLECT ON ONE’S OWN DEEDS AND DON’T FORGET YOUR NEIGHBOUR

‫في رمضان‬ ‫حاسب نفسك وال تنسى جارك‬

Fawaz Chawk

‫فواز شوك‬

The great significance of the month of Ramadan is its blessing, uniqueness and distinction from other months. It is imperative that we re-evaluate many of the things we do in this holy month (some of which we will look at briefly), out of respect for its significance and appreciation of its symbolism, in order to honour its significance and to gain benefit from it.

Consult your conscience!

There is no better time than these blessed days to hold the conscience accountable and reawaken it, especially the conscience of those within particular institutions and associations, whose hands are stained with corruption and have fallen under the effects of money, temptations and impulse. Thus, they mismanage the administration, make mistakes and harness these institutions to satisfy their personal desires and to serve their relatives, as well as those similarly close and corrupt by employing them and bringing them to the decision centers in twisted ways. Then we see them organising Ramadan Iftars and pretending to be pious and holy, captivating those with their words as they stand on the platforms in front of guests, talking about the great meanings of this holy month. All this without paying attention to themselves, their ill will, and to their actions which are contrary to the simplest rules of Sharia, ethics and generosity.

They have stabbed the holy month of Ramadan twice; once when they did not respect the value of this month and its great spirit and meanings through their insolence that led them to organise iftar’s and give speeches scandalous to their owners, Rigid as their hearts, Empty as their minds, As discredited as they are unconscionable, It hurts everyone with a conscience.

The second stab came about when they discounted the objectives of this Iftar by publishing exhibition photos on social media, through

which they boasted about the presence of so-and-so!

Don’t forget your neighbour Ramadan Iftar is a generous tradition and a bridge for communication and connection between the members of society. It must be adhered to within certain parameters in order to link it to the essence and meaning of this holy month. Additionally, we must emphasise the moral, social, cultural and human dimensions of it, and the opportunity to benefit others who are not Muslims. You will not find a more favourable opportunity than the holy month of Ramadan to introduce yourself to others, as well as your morals, culture, humanity, truth and the significance of this holy month, which all stem from the spiritual, psychological and health benefits of fasting, and end with the zakat Al-Fitr.

Inviting your non-Muslim neighbour (whether a neighbour from home, work or mosque) to a simple Iftar, and sharing a Ramadan dish, is superior to holding large exhibitions that contain delicious dishes and sweets, surrounded by tables that carry a lot of extravagance but that ultimately, is a waste of money, food and time.

• Ramadan is a holy month, let us remember its virtue and honour its worth • it is also the blessed month; let us take advantage of the time for self-improvement and accountability • It is a generous month. Let us take His generosity and direct it towards the right place.

• Finally, let us have mercy on ourselves, let us have mercy on each another, and let us do what pleases the Most Merciful.

May Allah accept your fasting, prayers and obedience.

May you be blessed this year and every year!

Ramadan Mubarak

‫ال تنسى جارك‬ ‫اإلفطارات الرمضانية هي عادة‬ ‫كريمة وجسر للتواصل والتقارب‬ ‫بد من‬ ًّ ‫ لكن ال‬،‫بين ابناء المجتمع‬ ‫ والعمل‬،‫تقيدها بضوابط معينة‬ ‫على ربطها بمعاني هذا الشهر‬ ‫ لتتوافق مع معانيه‬،‫الفضيل‬ ‫ اضافة الى‬،‫االيمانية العظيمة‬ ‫ضرورة فهم البعد االخالقي‬ ‫واالجتماعي والثقافي واالنساني‬ ‫بد من افادة األخرين‬ ّ ‫ وال‬،‫لها‬ ‫ فلن‬،‫من غير المسلمين منها‬ ‫تجد فرصة مؤاتية اكثر من شهر‬ ‫لتعرف اآلخرين‬ ِّ ‫رمضان المبارك‬ ‫على نفسك وعلى أخالقك‬ ‫وثقافتك وانسانيتك وحقيقتك‬ ،‫وعلى معاني هذا الشهر الفضيل‬ ‫كل معانيه ابتداء من فوائد الصوم‬ ،‫الروحية والنفسية والصحية‬ ‫وانتها ًء بزكاة الفطر وفضلها‬ .‫والهدف منها‬ ‫فدعوتك لجارك الغير مسلم‬ ‫(سوا ًء كان جار السكن أو العمل أو‬ ‫المسجد والمؤسسة) على مائدة‬ ‫ أو مشاركته بطبق‬،‫رمضانية بسيطة‬ ‫ أفضل بكثير من إقامتك‬،‫رمضاني‬ ‫الموائد االستعراضية الكبيرة التي‬ ‫تحتوي على ما ّلذ وطاب من‬ ‫المحاشي والمقالي والحلويات‬ ‫ موائد تحمل الكثير‬،‫واالطباق‬ ‫من االسراف والتبذير في المال‬ .‫والطعام والوقت‬

‫مكانة شهر رمضان‬ ‫العظيمة وبركته‬ ‫وخصوصيته وتم ّيزه عن‬ ‫غيره من الشهور يحتّم علينا أن‬ ‫نعيد تقييم الكثير من األمور التي‬ ‫نقوم بها في هذا الشهر الفضيل‬ ‫سنعرج على بعضها‬ ّ ‫(والتي‬ ‫ وذلك احترام ًا لمكانته‬،)‫باختصار‬ ‫ ومن أجل‬،‫وتقدير ًا لرمزيته‬ ‫اعطائه حقه واالستفادة منه ومن‬ .‫ ولكي يستفيد منه اآلخرون‬،‫وقته‬ !‫حاسب ضميرك‬

‫ليس هناك وقت أفضل من هذه‬ ‫االيام المباركة لمحاسبة الضمير‬ ‫خاصة‬ ّ ،‫واعادة ايقاظه من جديد‬ ‫ضمير اولئك الذين يتربعون‬ ،‫على بعض المؤسسات والجمعيات‬ ‫الذين تلطخت أيديهم بالفساد‬ ‫ووقعوا تحت تأثيرات المال‬ ‫واغراءات المناصب ونزوات‬ ‫ فاساؤوا االدارة وارتكبوا‬،‫النفس‬ ‫ وسخّ روا هذه المؤسسات‬،‫االخطاء‬ ‫إلشباع رغباتهم ولخدمة اقاربهم‬ ‫والمقربين منهم والفاسدين‬ ‫ عبر توظيفهم وايصالهم‬،‫مثلهم‬ ،‫الى مراكز القرار بطرق ملتوية‬ ّ ‫ثم تراهم‬ ‫ينظمون اإلفطارات‬ ‫الرمضانية ويتظاهرون بالورع‬ ‫ فيعجبك قولهم وهم‬،‫والتقوى‬ ‫يقفون على المنصات أمام‬ ‫ يتحدثون عن المعاني‬،‫الضيوف‬ ‫ دون‬،‫العظيمة لهذا الشهر الفضيل‬ ‫األمارة‬ ‫ رمضان شهر فضيل فلنعرف‬ّ ‫ان يلتفتوا الى انفسهم‬ ‫المخالفة‬ ‫بالسوء والى افعالهم‬ ‫فضله ونعطيه حقّ ه‬ ‫واالخالق‬ ‫الشرع‬ ‫ألبسط قواعد‬ ‫ وشهر مبارك فلنستفد منه من‬.‫والمروءة‬ ‫أجل مراجعة النفس ومحاسبتها‬ ‫رمضان‬ ‫شهر‬ ‫هؤالء‬ ‫لقد طعن‬ ‫ وشهر كريم فلنأخذ من كرمه‬‫لم‬ ‫عندما‬ ‫مرة‬ ،‫مرتين‬ ‫المبارك‬ ‫ونضعه في المكان المناسب‬ ‫وروحيته‬ ‫الشهر‬ ‫هذا‬ ‫قيمة‬ ‫يحترموا‬ ‫ وشهر الرحمة فلنرحم‬‫ومعانيه العظيمة من خالل‬ ‫أنفسنا ونرحم بعضنا ونرحم‬ ‫تنظيم‬ ‫وقاحتهم التي دفعتهم الى‬ ‫ولنصل ارحامنا ونعمل‬،‫اآلخرين‬ ‫فاضحة‬ ‫االفطارات والقاء خطابات‬ ‫بما يرضي الرحمن الرحيم‬ ،‫ جامدة كجمود قلوبهم‬،‫ألصحابها‬ ‫ فاقدة‬،‫فارغة كفراغ عقولهم‬ ‫تقبل الله صيامكم وقيامكم‬ ،‫للضمير‬ ‫للمصداقية كفقدانهم‬ ‫وطاعاتكم‬ .‫ضمير‬ ‫جارحة لكل صاحب‬ ‫وكل عام وأنتم بخير‬ ‫ثم طعنوه مرة أخرى عندما‬ ‫اختصروا أهداف هذا االفطار‬ ‫بنشر صور استعراضية على وسائل‬ ‫ ليتغنوا من‬،‫التواصل االجتماعي‬ ّ ‫خاللها بحضور فالن‬ !‫وعاّلن‬ AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023 ‫ هـ ¿ آذار‬1444 ‫ ¿ رمضان‬139 ‫الوسط ¿ العدد‬

‫حديث الوسط‬

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CHRISTCHURCH MOSQUE

TO BE REBUILD AFTER TERROR ATTACK

Muhammad Junaid Zahid An international donor has pledged $10 million to rebuild the Christchurch Mosque where a terror attack took place in 2019.

United Arab Emirates Foundation is known for funding multi-milliondollar buildings around the world.

They have assigned an Australian architect to come up with a design for the new Mosque.

The new Mosque will replace the Linwood Islamic Centre in Christchurch. The Imam of the Linwood Islamic Centre said that he shed tears of joy after dignitaries promised to rebuild the Mosque where 51 worshippers died in 2019.

“The Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation paid off the existing building’s mortgage of more than $137,000, purchased the land in front of it, and promised to build “the best mosque in New Zealand” in its place, he said.”

Imam Abdul Lateef also mentioned that everyone in the community was happy when they got to hear the news. The new Mosque will also be the biggest one in the country.

The new project will include a 325-square-metre Mosque next to a

The former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern meets Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation spokesman Taoufik El Idrissi.

tolerance Centre. Offices, lecture theatres, functions rooms, two apartments and three retail spaces will be a part of the Centre.

Taoufik El Idrissi, the spokesman for the foundation, said that it was a profound gesture and the community deserves it. He also said that the foundation is committed to funding the project despite the recent conflicts within the Linwood Mosque’s Trust. The only condition for the funding is that there will be no hate speech or politics and only the foundation will decide who will run it. He also claimed that this

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project is a beacon of hope for the Muslim community and the New

Zealand community in general.

Dr Hasan Alijagic donated his skills to design the building. He is an Australian engineer and said that he was appalled by the actions of the Australian terrorist. He also says “If that is for Christchurch, it would be an honour for me”. This event was also a bit personal for him as his brothers were injured in a war in Bosnia which was based on an ideology similar to that of the Christchurch terrorist.

If the victim community gave consent, then the names of the worshippers killed in the terror attack will be inscribed in the glass of 51 windows Source:www.stuff.co.nz

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PRIME MINISTER

MESSAGE FROM THE PRIME MINISTER

RAMADAN

‫ إبراهيم أبو محمد‬.‫د‬ ‫مفتي عام استراليا‬ Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohammed Grand Mufti of Australia

‫شهر مبارك وطاعة مقبولة‬ ‫وكل عام وانتم بخير‬

I would like to wish all Australian Muslims a Ramadan Mubarak as you begin the holy month of Ramadan.

The shared experience of Ramadan brings Muslims together in prayer, service and hospitality. It is a moment to pause and reflect with friends and family.

I have had Ramadan described to me as “starving the body to feed to soul”.

As your soul is nourished, I hope you feel a strong sense of reconnection with your faith.

This year is especially significant as I look forward to breaking fast alongside my colleagues Minister Ed Husic, Minister Anne Aly and Senator Fatima Payman.

I am proud to lead a Government that includes Australia’s first Muslim Ministers, and represents and celebrates the diversity of beliefs and experiences of modern Australia.

Ramadan Mubarak.

The Hon Anthony Albanese MP Prime Minister of Australia

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RAMADAN: A JOURNEY OF SELFLike last year, many of the world’s 1.6 billion Muslims observe fasting this year. Ramadan is considered the holiest month of the year when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset for thirty days as an act of worship.

It is a journey that was prescribed by Allah swt and always there is great wisdom behind every divine ruling. My belief that is there is a great deal that is hidden behind this holy month that is usually rooted in social gatherings.

Dr. Rawaa El Ayoubi Founding Director Aspire Leadership Network

Starting with the words of Allah swt through which He mentioned the main reason behind His enjoining of fasting upon Muslims and even upon the people who came before us, as He says in the Holy Qur’an (interpretation of the meaning): “O you who believe! Observe fasting as it was prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become the pious ones” (Qur’an, 2:183).

Attaining piety means doing the right things which God has enjoined and avoiding bad things which He has forbidden. It is about training the self to be the best version in character while practicing the rituals. This involves the cultivation of good habits.

Adopting an approach of self-leadership practice while attaining piety, I hope to help bring a self-leadership pattern that you can follow during the whole month of Ramadan and build your personal strategic plan that is based on a principle-based compass for determining your direction and fulfilling your potential.

This compass is based on the acronym FAITH which stands for: focus, awareness, identify, talk the walk, and hold the bar.

At the core of the personal strategic plan is

focusing on your strengths and discovering your uniqueness which is critical to your professional and personal development.

• This first strategy is a blend of spiritual meditation and self-reflection. It is your roadmap of action for the upcoming years – providing a basis for a determination on how to be up to the task and how to maintain balance in each aspect of your life and when to take corrective steps if something is going out of balance so you become a more effective servant leader and a person and a good community member.

• The second strategy to follow is selfawareness which leads to accepting responsibility for your own actions, so you don’t blame and accuse others when things go wrong, and you continuously change for the better and accept challenges.

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• The third strategy is identifying your own values that can help you improve your affinity and connection with your God almighty, with your family, and with the people around you. They are ethics or ideals that guide you when building relationships, problem-solving, and decisionmaking.

Correspondingly, identifying your core values can help you develop and achieve personal and professional goals. Also, incorporating your personal values in your personal and professional life helps you to stand out as a good person and a leader.

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MESSAGE FROM

-LEADERSHIP • As a fourth strategy and instead of saying walk the talk I would say, it is safer to say Talk the walk. Do the right thing and be a role model then talk about it to motivate people around you as examples to follow.

According to main religious teaching of the major world religions, the same basic universal principles as: “you can’t have trust without being trustworthy”, “actions are more important than words”, and “righteousness is about having good character” (Prophet pbuh), “How despicable it is in the sight of Allah that you say what you do not do”, (Qur’an 61:3).

“Allah does not change the condition of people unless they change what is in themselves” (Qur’an 13:11).

With its emphasis on changing character first, these verses of the Qur’an provide a powerful tool for a positive paradigm shift. It is a new level of thinking, it’s a principle-based approach that stems from an “inside-out” approach to personal and interpersonal effectiveness. It means to start first with self: if you want to be trusted, be trustworthy.

The is inside-out approach according to Covey is “the lasting solutions to problems and lasting happiness and success.” On the contrary, the outside-in paradigm is unhappy people who always feel victimised and focus on the weaknesses of other people and the circumstances they feel are responsible for their sluggish situation.

• The fifth strategy is holding the bar and establishing your standard of performance.

It is about holding yourself accountable to the set standards.

Most of us have long-term goals and visions that we want to work toward but struggle in the daily habits that can get us there. The second step to do after implementing the above strategies is to find an accountability buddy – a good friend or colleague – who cares about you. You can share your

goals with this buddy and call on them when you are struggling.

The bottom line is, no matter how many goals you have set for yourself, you have to do the work. You have to hold yourself accountable for the choices you make and the consequences they bring.

Accordingly, the above compass that I am talking about is the one through which we are able to distinguish between right and wrong and is the one that is based on universal principles such as integrity, honesty, fairness, dignity, kindness, quality of service, and patience.

As the fasting month returns each year, we must deepen our understanding of what these important characteristics of the Prophet (pbuh) teach us to be.

It is about serving people and showing honesty and integrity to others.

Also, the month of Ramadan requires us to come closer to ourselves and to recognise our limits: we must, throughout this journey contemplate, reflect on the meaning of fasting and purify our hearts. Seen in this light, the fast calls into rethinking the quality of our relationships with our fellow human beings and serving all those imprisoned by poverty, injustice, or ignorance.

In calling upon us to master our desires and to think about others, the fast calls into questions that we should answer: Can we focus on our strengths and serve others? Can we show respect with honesty and truthfulness sentiment to others? How are we to find our way to a deeper humanitarian journey, and to move beyond selfishness? What does it mean to serve others with love?

Truly to fast is to worship; to worship is to love.

Ramadan Moubarak

HON MARK McGOWAN MLA PREMIER OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

I extend my best wishes for the fasting month of Ramadan to readers of Al Wasat Magazine and all members of the Australian Muslim communities.

Australia is fortunate to be home to Muslims who have come here from all parts of the world, as well as many others who were born here.

Every one of them has brought their skills, energy and strength for the benefit of this nation.

The Western Australian Government recognises Western Australia’s cultural, linguistic, and religious diversity as one of our greatest strengths and appreciates the extensive

contributions made by our Muslim communities to the advancement of our State.

I wish you, your families and communities a peaceful and serene month of Ramadan.

Ramadan Kareem!

Mark McGowan MLA PREMIER

TARAWEEH

This nightly congregational salah (prayer) is performed after the ‘Isha salah.

Traditionally, a Hafiz of the Qur’an, a person who has memorized the whole Qur’an (in Arabic), leads the prayer. He recites the Qur’an in small portions, in proper sequence, every night and completes the recitation of the whole Qur’an before the end of the month of Ramadan. Every Muslim who attends such prayers regularly gets the opportunity of listening to the whole Qur’an in a month. If a Hafiz of the

Qur’an is not available, the Muslim who has memorized the most in a group leads the prayer and recites according to his ability. In the absence of a Hafiz some Muslims hold the Qur’an in the hand during their salah and read from it. Many Islamic scholars cite the sunnah (way) of the Prophet(S) that he always prayed during the night alone in his apartment whether it was Ramadan or not and same was the habit of many of his great companions. en.islamway.net

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6 TIPS FOR SCHOOLS HOW TO SUPPORT MUSLIM STUDENTS DURING RAMADAN

By Esma Yoldas Al Siraat College – Year 8 Ramadan is one of the most special and meaningful events of the Islamic calendar, observed by millions of Muslims around the world. During this incredible month, Muslims engage in a period of fasting, abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs from sunrise to sunset. It’s a time for spiritual reflection, devotion, and generosity.

For Muslim students in public schools in Australia, navigating Ramadan can present some unique challenges, especially when it comes to their school routines. The good news is that schools in Australia can play a vital role in supporting their Muslim students during Ramadhan.

Here are six tips for ways Australian schools can help their Muslim students feel valued and supported throughout Ramadan: Ramadan Dates The dates of Ramadan shift slightly each year, as it is based on the Islamic lunar calendar. Schools should ensure that they are aware of the dates of Ramadan and make necessary arrangements to support their Muslim students during this time.

Schools can communicate the dates of Ramadan to all students and staff and ensure that they are aware that many Muslim students may be fasting during this month.

Adjust the schedule During Ramadan, Muslim students may need to adjust their school schedule to accommodate their fasting. Schools can consider adjusting the timetable to allow for shorter days or early pick up times for Muslim students who are fasting during Ramadhan. This will enable Muslim students to leave school early to break their fast and rest before continuing with their studies. Schools can also consider rescheduling exams or assessments or avoid scheduling

them during fasting times.

Provide a quiet prayer space Schools can provide a designated prayer space for Muslim students to pray and reflect during Ramadan. This can be a quiet room or a quiet, clean area maybe in the school library or a quiet corner of the classroom for this purpose, during Ramadan.

This will help Muslim students to stay connected to their faith during Ramadan and support their spiritual well-being. If possible, a prayer space should really be made available all year around for Muslim students who would like to observant of their daily Islamic prayers.

Flexibility with PE classes Physical education classes can be challenging for Muslim students during Ramadan, particularly if they are fasting. Schools can offer flexibility with physical education classes during Ramadan to support

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their Muslim students. Schools can consider adjusting the physical education schedule or offering low-impact alternative activities for students who are fasting.

Encourage cultural sensitivity and inclusion Schools should promote cultural sensitivity and inclusion during Ramadan. This can be done by educating other students and staff about the importance of Ramadan and the significance of fasting for Muslim students and families.

Schools can encourage nonMuslim students to participate in Ramadan-related activities, such as fundraising for charity or attending local community iftar events, to promote greater understanding of different cultures and beliefs.

Eid Celebration The end of the month of Ramadhan is marked by the traditional Eid celebrations. Each culture and family may celebrate

Eid a little differently but it’s generally a time spent together with family and loved ones.

The first day of Eid sometimes falls on a weekday. Most large organisations offer cultural days off for employees to be able to spend this time together with their families. Australian schools could also give Muslim students the option the spend the first day of Eid in celebration together with their families at the end of Ramadhan.

Ramadan is an important time for Muslim students, and schools in Australia can do a lot to support them during this blessed month.

By being aware of the dates of Ramadan, slightly adjusting the school schedule, providing a space for prayer and reflection, offering flexibility with PE classes, allowing a day off for Eid and encouraging cultural sensitivity and inclusion, public schools can ensure that Muslim students feel supported and included during Ramadan. These actions will not only support Muslim students, but also promote a culture of understanding and inclusion in schools in Australia.

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Mubarak

Always with you on the road to goodness

Dear Brothers and Sisters Assalamu Alaikum, Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh As we approach the holy month of Ramadan, I want to take this opportunity to extend my warmest congratulations to you and your families. This is a time of reflection, generosity and compassion and Your continued support to Human Appeal Australia, is a testament to your commitment to these values.

Over the past 32 years, Human Appeal has been working tirelessly to provide vital aid to those in need around the world. From providing food, water & shelter to vulnerable families as well as supporting orphans and refugees, our programs have made a significant impact in the lives of millions of people.

However, there is still so much more that needs to be done. As we enter the blessed month of Ramadan, we are calling on our respected donors to once again help us reach even more people in need. Your support is critical to our mission, and every donation, no matter how big or small, can make a real difference.

By lending your generosity this Ramadan, you are helping Human Appeal provide vital assistance to some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. Your support can help us deliver life-saving aid to those affected by conflict, natural disasters, poverty and bring hope to those who have lost everything.

As we prepare to observe Ramadan, I urge you to join us in this important mission. Your support can help us make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. Thank you for your continued dedication to our cause, and may this holy month be a time of blessings and renewal for you and your loved ones.

Your sincerely,

Bashar Al Jamal Director

Bashar Al-Jamal Director Human Appeal Australia

Our beloved Prophet (pbuh) said: ‘Whoever helps a brother in his time of need, Allah (swt) will help him in this life & the next”. [Muslim]

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Hajj Khalil Shahin

Masjid al Khalil

Islamic Arabic Centre & Al-Khalil Mosque Torrens Rd Woodville North, Adelaide, South Australia 5012

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‫اليوم الدولي للقضاء على التمييز العنصري (‪)IDERD‬‬

‫كيف يخفي «الوئام» عنصرية هيكلية وممنهجة‬ ‫يــصــادف ‪ 21‬مــارس‪/‬‬ ‫آذار الــيــوم الــدولــي‬ ‫للقضاء على التمييز‬ ‫العنصري (‪ ،)IDERD‬والذي ُيعرف‬ ‫أحيان ًا باسم “يوم الوئام” في أستراليا‪.‬‬ ‫ومع ذلك‪ ،‬فإن إخفاء المعنى الحقيقي‬ ‫لهذا اليوم تحت قناع “الوئام” يضر‬ ‫بشكل فعال رحلتنا الجماع ّية المناهضة‬ ‫للعنصر ّية من خــال التعتيم على‬ ‫العنصر ّية الهيكل ّية والممنهجة‪ .‬تشرح‬ ‫السبب صحيفة الحقائق هذه‪.‬‬ ‫التاريخ الدولي لليوم الدولي‬ ‫للقضاء على التمييز العنصري‬ ‫في ‪ 21‬مارس‪/‬آذار عام ‪ ،1960‬فتحت‬ ‫الشرطة في شاربسفيل بجنوب إفريقيا‬ ‫النار على المتظاهرين السلميين‬ ‫المناهضين للفصل العنصري الذين‬ ‫احتجوا رد ًا على قانون المرور لعام‬ ‫‪ .1952‬يتطلب القانون من السود في‬ ‫جنوب إفريقيا الذين تزيد أعمارهم‬ ‫عن ‪ 16‬عام ًا حمل “دفتر مــرور”‬ ‫في جميع األوقات ‪ -‬وهو مثل جواز‬ ‫سفر داخلي معروف باسم ‪dompas‬‬ ‫(دومــبــاس) مصمم لفرض الفصل‬ ‫العنصري وتقييد الحركة‪ .‬إن نسي‬ ‫جنوب إفريقي أسود حمل الدومباس‬ ‫فقد يتعرض لالعتقال والسجن‪ .‬عمل‬ ‫قانون المرور جنب ًا إلــى جنب مع‬ ‫تشريعات الفصل العنصري األخرى‬ ‫على فــرض االضطهاد القائم على‬ ‫ال ِعرق في جنوب إفريقيا‪.‬‬ ‫في هذا اليوم‪ ،‬توجهت أعداد كبيرة‬

‫من المتظاهرين في شاربسفيل إلى‬ ‫مركز الشرطة بدون دفاتر دومباس‪،‬‬ ‫ممارسين حقوقهم اإلنسان ّية مثل الحق‬ ‫في عدم التمييز على أساس ال ِعرق‬ ‫وحر ّية الحركة‪ .‬تحولت المظاهرة‬ ‫السلم ّية المخطط لها إلى مأساة عندما‬ ‫فتحت الشرطة النار على الحشد‬ ‫المك ّون من ‪ 7000‬شخص‪ ،‬مما أسفر‬ ‫عن مقتل ‪ 69‬شخص ًا وإصابة ‪180‬‬ ‫آخرين‪.‬‬ ‫بعد ‪ 19‬عام ًا‪ ،‬قررت الجمع ّية العامة‬ ‫لألمم المتحدة عقد أسبوع سنوي من‬ ‫التضامن مع الشعوب التي تكافح ضد‬ ‫العنصر ّية والتمييز العنصري‪ ،‬بدء ًا من‬ ‫‪ 21‬مارس‪ /‬آذار وصياغة اليوم الدولي‬ ‫للقضاء على التمييز العنصري‪.‬‬ ‫ومنذ ذلك الحين‪ ،‬وضع المجتمع‬ ‫الدولي إطــار ًا لمكافحة العنصر ّية‪،‬‬ ‫مسترشد ًا باالتفاق ّية الدول ّية للقضاء‬ ‫على التمييز العنصري‪ ،‬التي ص ّدقت‬ ‫عليها أستراليا في عام ‪ .1975‬وأدى‬ ‫ذلك إلى إصدار أول قانون أسترالي‬ ‫يعالج بنشاط التمييز العنصري‪ ،‬وهو‬ ‫قانون التمييز العنصري لعام ‪1975‬‬ ‫(كومنولث)‪.‬‬ ‫ومع ذلك‪ ،‬ما زال الكثير من األفراد‬ ‫والجاليات والمجتمعات يعانون من‬ ‫ظلم ووصمة العنصر ّية الهيكل ّية‬ ‫والممنهجة على حد سواء في جميع‬ ‫أنحاء العالم ‪ -‬بما في ذلك أستراليا‪.‬‬ ‫يظل اليوم الــدولــي للقضاء على‬ ‫التمييز العنصري وسيلة قو ّية لتشجيع‬ ‫الناس في كل مكان على تقوية وترسيخ‬ ‫أصواتهم ضد العنصر ّية‪ ،‬والتعبئة‬

‫ضد جميع أشكال ومظاهر التمييز‬ ‫العنصري والظلم‪ ،‬ووضع إستراتيجيات‬ ‫للتغيير‪.‬‬ ‫بدء “يوم الوئام” في أستراليا‬ ‫في عام ‪ ،1998‬كلفت وزارة الهجرة‬ ‫والمواطنة يوريكا للبحوث اإلستراتيج ّية‬ ‫بإجراء أول مسح وطني حول المواقف‬ ‫األسترال ّية حول ال ِعرق‪.‬‬ ‫وقد أدى ذلك إلى تقرير أوصى بأن‬ ‫تن ّمي الحكومة اعتقاد ًا بأن المجتمع‬ ‫األســتــرالــي متوائم بشكل أساسي‬ ‫وأن هذا الوئام يجب أن يكون سبب ًا‬ ‫لالحتفال‪.‬‬ ‫ومنذ عام ‪ ،1999‬أعــادت أستراليا‬ ‫تعريف اليوم الدولي للقضاء على‬ ‫التمييز العنصري من يوم للتضامن مع‬ ‫َمن يعانون من التمييز العنصري إلى‬ ‫يوم لالحتفال والنقطة المحور ّية في‬ ‫“أسبوع الوئام”‪.‬‬ ‫وبهذا التأطير‪ ،‬تم فعلي ًا التعتيم على‬ ‫التمييز العنصري المنهجي الذي‬ ‫عانى منه الكثيرون لفترة طويلة في‬ ‫أستراليا‪ .‬وقد ساهمت هذه الخطوة‬ ‫بشكل كبير في إنكار العنصر ّية التي ال‬ ‫تزال تم ّيز أستراليا اليوم‪.‬‬ ‫مشكلة يوم الوئام‬ ‫لقد مـ ّيــز الــتــرويــج للوئام وضع‬ ‫السياسات والسياسة في أستراليا على‬ ‫مدى العقود األخيرة‪ .‬وبينما فكرة‬ ‫“الوئام” قد تكون رسالة إيجاب ّية‪ ،‬إال‬

‫أن إحدى مشكالت هذا النهج الذي‬ ‫طغى على اليوم الدولي للقضاء على‬ ‫التمييز العنصري هو أنه قد يثني‬ ‫الناس عن التحدث عن العنصر ّية‬ ‫ألنه يمكن أن ُيرى كمعارضة لمجتمع‬ ‫أسترالي متوائم‪.‬‬ ‫إن تسمية هذا االحتفال “يوم‪/‬أسبوع‬ ‫الوئام” يسبب ضرر ًا لرحلتنا الجماع ّية‬ ‫لمكافحة العنصر ّية‪ ،‬من خالل تقويض‬ ‫الجهود لتحديد ومعالجة الضرر‬ ‫الذي تتعرض له المجتمعات بسبب‬ ‫العنصر ّية‪.‬‬ ‫إن اليوم الدولي للقضاء على التمييز‬ ‫العنصري هو فرصة لالعتراف بشكل‬ ‫هــادف بقضايا ال ِعرق والعنصر ّية‬ ‫المتجذرة في أستراليا والتشكك‬ ‫في الطرق المختلفة التي تشكل بها‬ ‫العنصر ّية مجتمعنا ومضاعفة التزامنا‬ ‫بمكافحة العنصر ّية‪ .‬عندها فقط يمكننا‬ ‫أن نبدأ في بناء مجتمع عادل ومنصف‬ ‫حق ًا ويعترف بالحقوق والحريات‬ ‫األساس ّية للجميع‪.‬‬ ‫اقــتــراحــات لــانــخــراط في‬ ‫مناهضة العنصر ّية بشكل هادف‬ ‫بشأن اليوم الدولي للقضاء على‬ ‫التمييز العنصري‬ ‫إن “أســبــوع الــوئــام” مثال على‬ ‫الطريقة التي يمكن بها استخدام اللغة‬ ‫إلعــادة صياغة مناهضة العنصر ّية‪.‬‬ ‫يمكن أن تعمل لغة الوئام على تعزيز‬ ‫عدم المساواة والحفاظ على الوضع‬ ‫الراهن‪.‬‬

‫تقع على عاتقنا جميع ًا مسؤول ّية‬ ‫القضاء على العنصر ّية واالستفسار عن‬ ‫الطرق المختلفة التي تعمل بها‪.‬‬ ‫بغض النظر عن مكانك في رحلتك‬ ‫الخاصة لمكافحة العنصر ّية‪ ،‬فموقع‬ ‫‪ Racism. It Stops With Me‬هو‬ ‫مكان لمعرفة المزيد عن العنصر ّية‬ ‫واتخاذ إجراءات إلحداث التغيير‪.‬‬ ‫لقد قمنا أيض ًا بتجميع هذه القائمة‬ ‫من القراءات المقترحة حول تاريخ‬ ‫يوم الوئام والن ّية الحقيق ّية لليوم‬ ‫الدولي للقضاء على التمييز العنصري‬ ‫ االعتراف بواقع العنصر ّية وأضرارها‬‫ووضع إستراتيجيات للتغيير‪.‬‬ ‫• ال يجب استخدام يوم الوئام للتعتيم‬ ‫على العنصر ّية بقلم مفوض حقوق‬ ‫اإلنــســان في كوينزالند‪ ،‬سكوت‬ ‫مــاكــدوغــال فــي جــريــدة سيدني‬ ‫مورننغ هيرالد (‪Sydney Morning‬‬ ‫‪)Herald‬‬ ‫• الــتــاريــخ الغريب ليوم الوئام‬ ‫ومناقشة العنصر ّية في أستراليا‬ ‫بقلم يان زوانغ في جريدة نيويورك‬ ‫تايمز (‪)New York Times‬‬ ‫• إنه أسبوع الوئام‪ ،‬ولكن دعونا‬ ‫نناقش كنهه الحقيقي‪ :‬العنصر ّية‬ ‫بقلم إروين رينالدي في ‪ABC‬‬ ‫• العنصر ّية فــي مــكــان العمل‪:‬‬ ‫دعوة للعمل المناهض للعنصر ّية‬ ‫للمنظمات األسترال ّية بقلم بيتر‬ ‫أنــدرســون في ذي كونفرسيشن‬ ‫(‪)The Conversation‬‬ ‫‪Australian Human Rights Commission‬‬

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‫قم بتعليم مرحلة‬ ‫الطفولة المبكرة في‬ ‫والية ‪.Victoria‬‬

‫تحتاج والية ‪ Victoria‬إىل المزيد من المعلمين والمربين المؤهلين لمرحلة الطفولة المبكرة‬ ‫للتعليم في روضة األطفال لعمر الثالث سنوات (مرحلة ما قبل المدرسة)‪.‬‬ ‫احصل عىل مكافأة بقيمة ‪ $9,000‬باإلضافة إىل مبلغ يصل إىل‪ $6,000‬كمساعدة في‬ ‫دعم االنتقال‪.‬‬ ‫احصل عىل وظيفة في خدمة أولية واحصل عىل حافز مالي يصل إىل ‪ *$50,000‬باإلضافة‬ ‫إىل راتبك‪.‬‬ ‫تعرّف عىل المزيد عىل الموقع ‪vic.gov.au/kinder‬‬ ‫*تطبق شروط وأحكام‪ ،‬قم بزيارة ‪vic.gov.au/kinder‬‬

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FASTING, CHARITY, PATIENCE & MORE “O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you, that you may (learn) self-restraint”- 2:183 The fasting during Ramadan has been ordained for Muslims as fasting had been ordained for people that preceded them. Prophet Muhammad, addressing his companions on the last day of Shaban, said: “O people! A great month has come over you; a blessed month; a month in which is a night better than a thousand months; month in which Allah has made it compulsory upon you to fast by day, and voluntary to pray by night.

Whoever draws nearer (to Allah) by performing any of the (optional) good deeds in (this month) shall receive the same reward as performing an obligatory deed at any other time, and whoever discharges an obligatory deed in (this month) shall receive the reward of performing seventy obligations at any other time. It is the month of patience, and the reward of patience is Heaven. It is the month of charity, and a month in which a believer’s sustenance is

increased. Whoever gives food to a fasting person to break his fast, shall have his sins forgiven, and he will be saved from the Fire of Hell, and he shall have the same reward as the fasting person, without his reward being diminished at all.”

[Narrated by Ibn Khuzaymah]

return for as many as up to 700 times. A simple smile is guaranteed to be rewarded.

In fact sometimes a smile does more to a human soul than otherwise! And giving before being asked and giving more than what is asked, offers contentment and joy that is priceless.

The concept of charity during Ramadan is an amazing transaction indeed.

Allah owns everything but yet when we share a tiny bit with others He promises a

Patience is a virtue. There may not be a better way to empower oneself than to practice patience. Allah tests some by giving too much and others by taking

away the little they had.

Such are the trials that everyone must go thru.

This exercise deepens the self understanding and realization which helps one to subjugate impatience, intolerance and other such vices.

Let us InshaAllah practice ‘patience’ while being generous in ‘giving’, during our ‘fasting’ in this blessed month of Ramadan. www.islamicity.org

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ISAA INAUGURAL EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP RETREAT 2023

By Gulhan Yoldas The Islamic Schools Association of Australia (ISAA) hosted the Inaugural Executive Leadership Retreat in an intense two days of workshops, keynote speakers, networking and collaboration on March 3rd and 4th at Al Siraat College in Melbourne.

The retreat was attended by principals and executive leadership teams from over 20 Islamic schools across Australia.

The program began with an opening recitation of the Qur’an followed by a welcome speech by Mr Abdullah Khan, ISAA President and the Executive Principal of Australian Islamic Colleges in Perth.

Mr Khan stated that, “The ISAA Executive Leadership Retreat was developed so member and non-member schools could join together and come up with new and innovative ideas, share ideas for improving the Islamic schooling sector in Australia, for strategic planning and to build capacity in terms of leadership.”

Mr Fazeel Arain, Co-founder and Principal at Al Siraat College, gave a welcome speech for guests, many who flew in that morning, stating, “It’s a humbling experience to have you all here. This retreat was once just a thought in someone’s mind. Allah SWT has given the human being two very powerful faculties; one is the power to think and the other is the power to act. It’s our thoughts that allow our actions to happen.

This is a forum of thought leadership and unlocking our schools potentials to work more closely with each other.”

The first keynote speaker was Professor Jim Watterston, Dean and Enterprise Professor of Education Systems at University of Melbourne who gave a very insightful speech on the proactive reforms necessary in preparation for School Education in 2030 and beyond.

Professor Watterston challenged the executive leaders to

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consider, “If we’re going to solve education issues within your schools and within Australia then we need to think about how do we change the paradigm? How do we change what is embedded in Australian education?”

President of Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV), Mr Adel Salman, the second keynote speaker, presented on the topic of Upholding the Religious Ethos Challenge for Islamic schools, focusing on the Australian Law Reform Commission’s recommendations and the review of exemptions affecting religious institutions.

Mr. Salman presented on what Islamic schools in Australia can do and what practical steps they can take to mitigate these laws.

He discussed the importance of coordinating efforts with other Islamic and faith based schools in collaboration with ISAA, raising concerns with authorities, applying holistic recruitment strategies and educating the school community. Mr Salman stated that, “It is vital that schools incorporate Islamic pedagogy into their entire curriculum.”

During the Table Talk sessions, facilitated by Mr Don Walkley, Manager of People & Culture at Al Siraat College, executive leaders had an opportunity to discuss what is currently on the agenda for their schools. This session uncovered a range of opportunities for collaboration.

The group prayed Jumuah together. A welcome speech was made by Ms Zainab Rida, College Co-Captain at Al Siraat

College and day one wrapped up with a special presentation

by Mr Fazeel which explored the topic of Leadership from an Islamic Perspective, Influence of Leadership and Measuring our Impact.

Day two feaured a panel discussion with Mr Osama Akkad, College Co-Captain Al Siraat College, Ms Rahat Arain, CoFounder & Director Curriculum Learning & Innovation ASC, and Ms Aynur Simsirel, Principal Consultant at Independent Schools Victoria. Mr Abdullah Khan asked provoking questions from the panel on leadership in Islamic schools.Topics including post-COVID staff recruitment and retention strategies, leadership essentials for Islamic school leaders, and current projects were also discussed.

The plenary speech was made

by Mr Mohamed Elbotaty, Head of Primary Years at Al Siraat College, while Mr Abdullah Khan, sought feedback from attendees and delivered a closing speech.

Shaikh Waseem made the closing Duaa.

Al Siraat College Media students captured the event highlights for media coverage.

The Annual ISAA Executive Leadership Retreat is hosted at a different Islamic school each year. Principals and executive leadership teams from all Islamic schools in Australia are welcome to participate.

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Ramadan Kareem On behalf of the Bank of Sydney management and team, we convey our best wishes to the Muslim Community in Australia and around the world, for a Blessed Ramadan.

Fawaz Sankari - Chief Banking Officer

NEW PUSH FOR FAMINE PACKAGE AS POLLS SHOWS PUBLIC SUPPORT Help Fight Famine As a new poll shows overwhelming support for Australia’s aid effort, Australian politicians will today hear the case for a $110 million famine relief package from people who have direct experience of the growing crisis in Africa.

The YouGov poll of 1055 Australia voters for the Help Fight Famine campaign finds that despite the domestic cost of living crisis, a growing majority of Australian voters (60 per cent) support the Australian government funding overseas aid to developing countries.

Support has increased from 52 per cent in 2019 and 57 per cent in 2021.

The poll also showed overwhelming support for famine relief in the Horn of Africa. A total of 65 percent of those polled believe Australia should provide

famine relief funding to the region. Of that number, 27 percent believe the amount should be $5.70 per person, or $150 million, 38 per cent thought Australia should pledge approximately $1.50 per Australian or $40 million. Sixteen percent of respondents felt Australia should not pledge any amount.

The Help Fight Famine campaign, a collaborative effort bringing together a number of foreign aid organistations, is also today releasing a new budget paper. The urgent case to save lives at a time of polycrisis, to be launched at parliament today, recommends a further $110 million in a Famine Prevention Package to stop a catastrophe in the worstaffected hunger hotspots in the Horn of Africa, Yemen, Afghanistan and Syria.

It also recommends raising the annual allocation of the Humanitarian Emergency

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Fund to $300 million and investing $200 million annually in a Global Food Security Strategy to fight the root causes of hunger. It also calls for a commitment to raise the aid budget to 0.5% of GNI and for this target to be locked in legislation, as a matter of urgency.

The paper notes that in the Horn of Africa around 20.2 million children face severe hunger, thirst and disease, compared to 10 million in July. One person is dying every 48 seconds in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia.

Congolese-Australian aid worker Lulu Mitshabu, will launch the paper.

“When children starve to death it is an unspeakable tragedy,” said Ms Mitshabu, Africa Program Coordinator at Caritas Australia.

“But we often overlook the broader effects, such as the surge in child marriages or the millions of children missing school. Australians are good and decent people

and when things are tough they chip in. We all thank Australia for its generosity and urge the Government to give what it can to save lives.”

The hunger crisis is particularly acute in Somalia, where it’s reported that up to 100,000 people have been facing ‘catastrophic hunger’ (source: OCHA).

Faysel Ahmed Selat, President of the Somali Community Association of Queensland, who is also appearing at the launch, said that the devastating impacts of the crisis in Somalia are being felt by Somali community members in Australia.

“The Somali community in Australia is deeply distressed and financially affected by what’s happening with their loved ones back home,” said Mr Selat.

“Many are going without and sending money to family members who would

otherwise have nothing.

When you see your loved ones suffering from hunger, you try to support them at any cost.”

Help Fight Famine spokesperson and Oxfam Australia chief executive Lyn Morgain, said Australia should invest to deal with both the immediate crisis but also have a longer-term strategy.

“In the Horn of Africa, children are starving to death in increased numbers, and across the world more people than ever go to bed hungry and wake up unsure how they’ll sustain themselves or their family.

The world is getting hotter, conflicts are erupting, new and unknown diseases are emerging. But food is essential. And through science, co-operation and investment no-one needs to go hungry.”

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WORKS TO START ON WORLD-CLASS BROADMEADOWS TRAINING CENTRE Work has started on a new centre of excellence in Broadmeadows that will deliver vital training for jobs in health and community services thanks to the Andrews Labor Government.

Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney turned the first sod on Kangan Institute’s new Broadmeadows Health and Community Centre of Excellence, which was supported by a $60 million Labor Government investment.

The new centre will deliver courses in high priority areas including aged care, mental health, disability, pathology, allied health, and early childhood education and care.

The new building will have flexible learning spaces, state-of-the-art laboratories for health simulation and outdoor spaces.

The centre is being built at Kangan Institute’s Broadmeadows campus in Pearcedale Parade, with construction expected to be completed in late 2024, creating 300 jobs.

Kangan Institute has

signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with local healthcare providers, including DPV Health and Northern Health, to support future training needs.

Students studying at the centre will have access to placements through partnerships between Kangan Institute and providers.

Since 2014, the Government has made a record $3.5 billion investment to rebuild TAFE and support higher education, ensuring Victorians have access to high quality education and rewarding career pathways.

“We’re delivering a new health and community training centre in the heart of Broadmeadows so students in the northern suburbs have access to world-class training facilities, securing more workers in priority industries and building key skills for the future.” the Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney said.

“This huge investment will be the Jewel in the crown for Kangan Broadmeadows, providing locals with the high- quality training

needed for the State’s most rewarding and in-demand jobs.” the Member for Broadmeadows Kathleen Matthews-Ward said.

“The Health and Community Centre of Excellence will deliver the health and community training needed to support the growing northern corridor, with students and teachers learning and teaching in state-of-the-art facilities” Kangan Institute Chief Executive Officer Sally Curtain said.

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RAMADAN ASSEMBLY Islamic college of Melbourne The College welcomed all of our Primary students and staff with a very special Ramadan assembly.

The College gym was well and truly transformed into a Ramadan-themed sanctuary for all to enjoy, with our Primary School Captains leading the morning’s program and College Principal Dr Abdul M Kamareddine reading a very special story to all of the students in attendance.

With Nasheed performances and public speaking, the assembly had a great energy and naturally, a festive feeling. A great thank you to all of our staff and students who made this event so special.

Ramadan Mubarak everyone.

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THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS

AND WHY IT MAKES US SAD Come on get happy! Or not. How is it possible that today’s International Day of Happiness, a global call to embrace happiness and wellbeing, can encourage feelings that are the antitheses of the warm, glowy emotion we’re supposed to feel?

Victoria University’s (VU) Dr Peter Gill, Community Psychologist, and Joe Losinno, Clinical Psychologist from the Institute for Health and Sport, might have the answer.

“There’s a common view that we should mostly be happy, and if we’re not happy, then we’re in a neutral space. The well-meaning call to ‘cheer up and appreciate the good things in life’ is also an opportunity to reflect on the concept and definition of happiness, public messaging of ideologies related to happiness, and their collective impact on wellbeing,” says Dr Gill.

We all experience moments of spontaneous joy or feelings of happiness, but the idea of happiness as a constant state is flawed. If we could achieve near perpetual happiness, then experience itself would change and it would no ‘feel’ like happiness.

“Emotions operate as juxtapositions, we can’t experience joy or happiness unless we experience its shadow emotions, which includes melancholy, sadness and other emotional states that help us heal from grief, life stressors and traumas. To deny those feelings, or to actively supress them in the pursuit of happiness is potentially damaging,” adds Joe Losinno.

The expectation that happiness is easily achievable, that many others have achieved it, and that therefore we all should achieve it too, can lead to feelings of frustration, confusion, failure, and the psychological version of chasing our collective tails.

“If we’re lucky, most of our lives contain many moments of joy and happiness that happen as a result of having core needs met, feeling connected to others and our community, and authentically experiencing the emotional spectrum. While we support social celebrations and calls to address disadvantage, discrimination, and poverty, we need to be careful not to disseminate a very limited and short-sighted view of happiness,” says Dr Gill.

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The Holy Month of Ramadan is a time of fasting, prayer and charity and is a reminder of the important contribution Australian Muslims make in our community.

As we welcome the beginning of Ramadan this week, I wish all Muslims the very best for a Blessed Ramadan.

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An Institute specialises in Building and Construction training

TIV donates $30,000 to help with rescue efforts in Turkey and Syria The Trade Institute of Victoria (TIV) specialising in building and construction training, was established in 2007 by Reif Keceli and Jasmine Lin. Reif worked in project management and general management roles, as well as running his own successful business within the industry.

When he struggled to find experienced people to hire, Jasmine proposed the idea that they create a hands-on practical training organisation.

Reif’s passion to teach young people the skills they needed was met with enthusiasm by Jasmine who had an extensive background in marketing, sales and operations. They collaborated to bring the vision to life, and in 2007, TIV successfully launched its first course.

Today TIV offers an array of quality building and construction courses with

government funding available.

They range from Certificate to Diploma levels and include Certificate III in Carpentry, Certificate IV in Building and Construction, and Diploma of Building and Construction.

The courses are also available online and for international students. In addition, there are multiple short courses on offer such as Construction Induction Training (White Card) and Builders Registration.

What’s different about TIV? TIV offers a stimulating, friendly and personalised learning environment, with modern and extensive facilities at five locations in Melbourne. Training campuses are located at Dandenong, Tottenham, West Footscray, Williamstown and soon to open, Bendigo. The flexibility of training modules is also a drawcard, enabling full-time tradespeople and even AFL footballers to study at night for their qualifications.

TIV is dedicated to educating people who are working or

wish to work in the building and construction industry. The courses offered are facilitated by a team of industryexperienced trainers. TIV’s standing as a respected and loved trade school is evident by the number of students who return to up-skill qualifications.

With the value of helping others at its core and a long history of supporting local communities, TIV recently donated $30,000 to the Australian Light Foundation Community Services to help with rescue efforts after the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

16 years on and TIV are proud of the legacy they are building. They have trained thousands of students who have become tradespeople and registered builders across Australia.

To find out more about which course might suit you, contact our friendly course advisors on 03 933 9511 or visit www.tiv. vic.edu.au.

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Share the Blessings this Ramadan

Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection, fasting, and giving to those in need. Sharing blessings through charity is a fundamental part of this holy month for Muslims worldwide.

By extending a helping hand to the less fortunate, we not only benefit them but also purify our own souls and foster a sense of community and unity by stimulating charitable deeds such as zakat al-Fitr, feeding the fasting person, clothing for Eid, and other charitable deeds.

Who must give the zakat?

There are conditions that must be satisfied by the person in order to give Zakat.

In brief, these conditions are: 1. Islam. The person must be a Muslim 2. Adulthood. The Zakat is not needed from a child.

3. Sanity. The Zakat is not a must from an insane person.

4. Owning the money that is in excess of what’s needed for necessities.

5. The Nisab. It is a minimum amount of money that is owned by a person before Zakat Al-Maal can be levied. The Nisab for gold is 85 grams, and for silver, it is 595 grams.

6. The Nisab must be kept one year by the owner.

Zakat al-Fitr What is it?

When is it paid?

Zakat Al-Fitr is a charitable donation that Muslims are required to make at the conclusion of Ramadan. The origin of this obligation dates back to the month of Sha’ban in the second year of Hijrah.

Ibn ‘Uma said: “Allah’s Messenger ‫ﷺ‬ commanded that every Muslim, whether slave or free, male or female, young or old, should pay one portion of dates or one portion of barley as Zakat al-Fitr. He also instructed that it be paid before the people went out to offer the ‘Eid prayer.”

It is not allowed to postpone giving Zakat al-Fitr beyond the day of Eid. According to the majority of scholars, it is acceptable to pay Zakat al-Fitr one or two days prior to Eid. Ibn Umar reported that Prophet Muhammad ‫ ﷺ‬instructed them to give Zakat al-Fitr before people went out to perform the Eid prayer.

However, some scholars such as Al-Shafi’i and Abu Hanifa state that it is permissible to pay Zakat al-Fitr even at the beginning of Ramadan.

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Feed the Fasting One of the most beloved acts of charity that Muslims can perform during the holy month of Ramadan is to provide food for other fasting Muslims. By supplying food to those who are fasting, you not only receive the benefits of your own fast, but also the equivalent rewards of those who break their fast with one of your meals.

Human Appeal Australia has identified this campaign as one of their main priorities during Ramadan. With your assistance, funds can be directed to specific countries, and our local field officers can prepare and distribute food to all those in need of breaking their fast.

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Eid Clothing

Zakat: A pillar of Islam

One of the most beloved Sunnah practices on the day of Eid is to wear nice clothes and present oneself well to others as a way of expressing happiness on this special day. This is especially important for children, who may experience a heightened level of joy and appreciation when wearing new clothes.

Unfortunately, many children are unable to enjoy this type of celebration and happiness on Eid due to their parents or guardians’ inability to afford such occasions.

To participate in this noble act of kindness, donors can contribute any amount they wish towards purchasing clothes for these underprivileged children, enabling them to experience the joy of Eid as it was intended.

Zakat is a yearly payment of one-tenth of a person’s wealth or possessions and is considered an obligation in Islam. It is also one of the religion’s five main pillars.

The Prophet Muhammad ‫ﷺ‬, stated that “Islam is founded on five pillars: bearing witness that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His servant and messenger, performing prayers, giving Zakat, making the pilgrimage to Mecca, and fasting during the month of Ramadan.” [Bukhari]

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On behalf of Al-Taqwa College’s Board members and Management, we take this opportunity to wish all Muslims the blessings of the Holy Month of Ramadan. May the Spirit of Ramadan stay in our hearts and illuminate our souls from within.

Ramadan Mubarak!

Omar Hallak

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The Name RAMADAN The word Ramadan comes from the noun Ramad, which refers to “the reflected heat of stones resulting from the intense heat of the sun.”

When the Arabs changed the names of the months from their ancient names, they renamed them according to the seasons in which they happened to fall.

The ninth month, which used to be called Natiq, fell during the summer, the time of extreme heat, which is why it was named Ramadan.

Wishing our Muslim community a happy and Blessed Ramadan.

THE MONTH OF FASTING IN CULTURAL ISLAM In much of the Muslim world today fasting has been reduced to a mere ritual, and the month of Ramadan has become a time of celebration and festivities instead of religious contemplation and abstinence.

Ramadan nights are, for many, nights of partying and enjoyment which continue until the dawn in some countries.

There, the night becomes the day and the day becomes the night.

In many places, the light meal

which is supposed to be taken prior the dawn becomes a major threecourse meal.

For this reason, very few experience real hunger during the fast.

And at the time of breaking the fast, another three-course meal is taken, followed by a sampling of all kinds of sweets imaginable.

As a result, many Muslims complain about gaining weight during Ramadan and doctors regularly warn people about the medical consequences of overeating.

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Sending our warmest greetings to you for Ramadan 2023!

Wishing you and all your loved ones a peaceful and rewarding Ramadan

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Do you know that fasting kills viruses and ejects viruses?

Scientists say that refraining from food and drinks for certain periods gives a chance to the immune system to practice its functions strongly and reduces the burdens on the systems of the body

because excess food wears it out.

Therefore, once you begin fasting, your body cells begin ejecting the toxins piled up there all year long and you will feel more energetic and relieved and stronger than you’ve ever felt before!

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Western studies confirm that fasting cures diabetes and the heart A recent study published at the American Magazine of Clinical Nutrition Science showed that irregular fasting similar to fasting like Muslims is very crucial to treating some chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart and arteries.

Another study published at the American Society of Animal Science indicated that irregular fasting increased the efficiency of two hormone receptors “ Adiponectin” which participates in regulating the body’s sugar consumption and fatty acid metabolism in mammals, as well as playing a role in increasing the

response of the tissues to the Insulin which regulates the building and destruction of glucose in the body.

Another study prepared by nutrition specialists and published by the British Journal of Nutrition which targeted a group individuals who fast during Ramadan has revealed that the change in the time of meals as well as decreasing its number during the Holy Month helped increasing the body’s response to Insulin for those who have factors leading to diabetes. www.kaheel7.com

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Mubarak On behalf of the City of Canterbury Bankstown, I offer my sincerest respects to our Muslim community during the holy month of Ramadan.

May Allah’s peace and rich blessings be upon you and your family especially during this special time of prayer, fasting, charity-giving and self-accountability.

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THE ATTRACTION OF ISLAM NOT MUSLIMS

By Bilal Cleland My introduction to Islam came in the 1970s when as an arrogant Anglo Australian I visited Egypt with friends.

They were not particularly interested in religion and neither was I. I was a committed Unitarian of the Melbourne Peace Memorial Church, which had a strong social justice and generally leftist orientation.

Its logo is “To Seek the Truth and Serve Humanity,” which I wholeheartedly endorse.

When in Egypt I met my first Muslims, people I considered to be in the depths of barbarism just waiting for a thousand years of Unitarian enlightenment from the West to descend upon them.

The Unitarians in Europe have a long history of persecution for denial of the myth of the Trinity, considered to be an essential requirement of civilisation since the Decree of Theodosius in 381 CE when freedom of opinion was forbidden in the Roman Empire.

One of the most famous Unitarians was Michael Servetus, burnt alive by the Protestant Calvin In Geneva, with books about Muhammad tied to his feet.

As Unitarianism developed it demanded freedom of religion, which was accepted by the Muslims, with John Sigismund of Transylvania becoming the first Unitarian monarch in Europe, under Ottoman protection in the 1600s. When the Hapsburg

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Roman Catholics eventually took over Hungary, the Unitarians were subjected to genocide.

Unitarianism became associated with opposition to exploitation, to slavery, to racism and the subjection of women. Unitarians in the American colonies helped draw up the revolutionary Declaration of Independence, which was never implemented in full.

Unitarians became outspoken advocates of representative

government, of mutual consultation and of democracy.

They were famous for their contribution to science, like Joseph Priestley the discoverer of oxygen who opposed the Tories and was forced to flee Britain from a mob of church and king supporters who burnt down his house in 1791.

It was with this progressive history that I encountered my first Muslims in Cairo 50 years ago.

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It was gob-smacked to find that my progressive European Enlightenment ideas were all contained in the Quran, a book which to that time, I was convinced was the rambling of some deluded ancient Arab.

Religious toleration, freedom of belief, respect for the rights of women more advanced than nineteenth century Britain, the divine significance of mutual consultation in affairs including governance, total denial of any semblance of ethnic or racial superiority, was all part of that Revelation by Muhammad (s) and elucidated by his life, acting as the Quran in motion.

His Final Sermon made a particular impression upon me as did his attitude to Bilal the former slave and to Julaybib, probably suffering from dwarfism.

I accepted Islam with the Egyptian brother who introduced me to the teachings of the Quran.

When I returned to Australia I was a unaware of the Muslim community but was teaching ESL in Myer House in Melbourne CBD. One of my early students, Turan Buday got me to attend the mosque and from then I became involved in the community.

It was a rocky road. While most individuals impressed me with their openness and friendship, there were many instances of culture shock and feelings of alienation.

My involvement in Islamic Council meetings were traumatic and I saw behaviour which I never saw amongst Unitarians or people in the Peace Movement of which I had been part for over ten years.

There were many cases of xenophobic denigration of other Muslims, fights between Islamic societies, jealous wars inside societies and very questionable decision by leaders.

Racism, misogyny, greed and nationalism abounded alongside claims to be living in accord with Islamic teachings while ignoring them at every crisis and conflict.

Conflicts over halal slaughter income was for years a source of anger and nastiness which shocked me.

I just started to give up. I stopped attending the mosque, stopped praying but did not give up halal meat or toilet ablutions. Not sure why, perhaps because I still felt attached to something.

This lasted a few months but I found that I could not depart from Islam. I acknowledged the validity of the Message of Islam, its compassion and tolerance even if they were not common in the Muslim community.

The example of my friend Jemal Hasan eventually brought me back into the fold and I have remained there.

I became involved in the Islamic Council of Victoria then in the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils. I saw some dreadful corrupt behaviour, vicious fights between organisations and individuals, was subjected to slander and poisonous commentary but I understood by then that Islam is not the Muslims.

The only big hit I have taken in the past few years was the appalling response of a section of the Muslims to the pandemic.

Vaccination was declared haram by some voices and I remember one imam being persecuted for agreeing to vaccination. The wearing of masks was attacked. The suspension of Friday congregational prayers was described as some form of treason. Conspiracy theories abounded and were spread by those who should have known better.

It was as though the white supremacists of the Trump camp were infiltrating the Ummah.

That seems to have passed and now I wait with baited breath for our community response to the Indigenous demand for a Voice to Parliament.

We are being tested as individuals and as a community. We are judged by our intentions.

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‫استمرار تقديم المساعدات للمتضررين من الزلزال‬ SUPPORT CONTINUES FOR EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS Australia Light Foundation The aid program organised by the ALF Community Services and Relief Fund for the earthquake victims into Turkiye and Syria continues without a break.

Last month, our volunteers visited victims in person to provide cash donations as well as food and clothing. We also provided various families with direct deposits of funds to their bank accounts to support with rental assistance and relocation costs.

We have now commenced the delivery of 2000 Ramadan food packs for the areas impacted by the earthquake including Iskenderun, Antakya, Samandag, Kahramanmaras, Afsin,

Göksun, Elbistan, MalatyaErkenek, and Adıyaman central and regional as well as Halep in Syria.

The Ramadan food packets include 20 different items. Including transportation, each pack costs between $35 to $40 AUD. Those who wish to sponsor Ramadan packs

can make direct payment to our bank account.

Our next donation collection will be to provide cash valued at $80 AUD on Eid Day to earthquake victims currently staying in tent cities across the areas impacted by the earthquake.

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May Allah SWT accept your donations and protect us all. onations can be made D to: ALF Community Services BSB: 083215 Acc: 900532133 Tax deductible Reference: your email address

Ramadan Kareem As Ramadan begins, I send my best wishes to Muslim communities in this time of reflection and renewal. May you have peace and good health as we mark another year. My thanks to all those working in the community to promote a fair and equitable society for all – I acknowledge your leadership and look forward to continuing this work together in the coming year.

Well wishes and a blessed Ramadan to all.

Your Australian Greens MPs and Senators wish you and your family a time of love, blessings and peace.

Chin Tan

Race Discrimination Commissioner

JANET RICE

ADAM BANDT

SENATOR FOR VIC

GREENS LEADER

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‫مؤسسة النور في استراليا‬ ‫مــســتــمــرة فـــي تــقــديــم‬ ‫المساعدات للمتضررين من‬ .‫الزلزال في كل من تركيا وسوريا‬ ‫حيث تم توزيع مساعدات مكونة من‬ ‫الغذاء والكسوة ومبالغ النقدية في منطقة‬ ‫ عالوة على ذلك‬.‫الزلزال الشهر الماضي‬ ‫تم وضــع مبالغ النقدية في حسابات‬ ‫المتضررين من الزلزال لمساعدتهم في‬ .‫دفع إيجار المنازل والنفقة الشهرية‬ ‫كحملة رمضانية بدات المؤسسة بتوزيع‬ ،‫السالت الغذائية في كل من إسكندرون‬ ،‫ كاحرمان مرعش‬،‫ سامانداغ‬،‫آنتاكية‬ ،‫اركنك‬-‫ مالتيا‬،‫ ألبستان‬،‫ كوكسون‬،‫آفشين‬ /‫ وفــي حلب‬،‫مركز آديــامــان و قــراهــا‬ .‫السورية‬ ‫يوجد في هذه السالت عشرون نوعا من‬ -٣٥ ‫ تكلفة كل سلة مع بدل نقلها‬.‫االغذية‬ .‫ دوالر تقريبا‬٤٠ ‫نرجو من الراغبين في حملتنا أن يرسلو‬ .‫تبرعاتهم على حسابنا‬ ‫ستكون حملة مساعدتنا القادم عبارة‬ ‫ دوالر لسكان‬٨٠ ‫عن تقديم مغلف فيه‬ .‫المخيمات إكراما لهم في العيد‬

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‫الدكتور جمال ريفي‬ ‫‪Dr. Jamal Rifi‬‬ ‫نتقدم من الجالية‬ ‫اإلسالمية في‬ ‫استراليا ومن‬ ‫المسلمين في‬ ‫العالم بالتهنئة‬ ‫بمناسبة حلول شهر‬ ‫رمضان المبارك‬ ‫اعاده اهلل على‬ ‫الجميع بالخير‬ ‫واليمن والبركات‪،‬‬ ‫وكل عام وانتم‬ ‫بخير‪.‬‬

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Ramadan Prayer Timetable 1444/2023 Sydney, New South Wales

1444 Ramadan

Date

Fajr

Shuruq

Dhuhr

Asr

Maghrib

Isha

1

Thu 23 March

5:38

7:00

1:07

4:19

7:05

8:35

2

Fri 24 March

5:39

7:01

1:07

4:19

7:03

8:33

Sat 25 March

5:40

7:02

1:07

4:18

7:02

8:32

4

Sun 26 March

5:40

7:02

1:07

4:17

7:00

8:30

5

Mon 27 March

5:41

7:03

1:06

4:17

6:59

8:29

6

Tue 28 March

3

5:42

7:04

7

Wed 29 March

5:43

7:05

1:05

4:15

6:56

8:26

8

Thu 30 March

5:44

7:06

1:05

4:15

6:55

8:25

9

7:06

1:06

4:16

6:58

8:28

Fri 31 March

5:44

1:05

4:14

6:54

8:24

10

Sat 1 April

5:45

7:07

1:04

4:13

6:52

8:22

11

Sun 2 April

4:46

6:08

12:04

3:13

5:51

7:21

12

Mon 3 April

4:47

6:08

12:04

3:12

5:50

7:20

13

Tue 4 April

4:47

6:09

12:04

3:12

5:48

7:18

14

Wed 5 April

4:48

6:10

12:03

3:11

5:47

7:17

15

Thu 6 April

4:49

6:11

12:03

3:11

5:46

7:16

16

Fri 7 April

4:50

6:11

12:03

3:10

17

Sat 8 April

4:50

6:12

12:03

3:09

5:43

7:13

18

Sun 9 April

4:51

6:13

12:03

3:09

5:42

5:44

7:12

7:14

19

Mon 10 April

4:52

6:14

12:02

3:08

5:41

7:11

20

Tue 11 April

7:09

4:52

6:14

12:02

3:08

5:39

21

Wed 12 April

4:53

6:15

12:02

3:07

5:38

22

Thu 13 April

4:54

6:16

12:02

3:07

5:37

7:07

23

Fri 14 April

4:54

6:17

12:02

3:06

5:35

7:05

Sat 15 April

4:55

6:17

12:01

3:05

25

Sun 16 April

4:56

6:18

12:01

3:05

5:33

7:03

26

Mon 17 April

4:56

6:19

12:01

3:04

5:32

7:02

24

5:34

7:08

7:04

27

Tue 18 April

4:57

6:20

12:01

3:04

5:31

7:01

28

Wed 19 April

4:58

6:20

12:01

3:03

5:29

6:59

29

Thu 20 April

4:59

6:21

12:00

3:03

5:28

6:58

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Hence, all the doctors from around the world confirm that refraining from food is the easiest and cheapest way to curing obesity, something that fasting achieves for you. Therefore, Allah has given us a gift whose value you can’t know unless you recognize its benefits,

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DO YOU HAVE EXTRA WEIGHT… THEN A GREAT OPPORTUNITY LIES AHEAD it is the Holy month of Ramadan.

It is an opportunity to reset your body rhythm, eliminate the excess fat, giving your body the chance to reorganize the work of the hormones and blood cells so that they might do their job in organizing the systems of the body and curing excess weight.

DO YOU SUFFER FROM A CHRONIC DISEASE WHICH NEITHER DOCTORS NOR MEDICINE COULD CURE? There are several studies which confirm that fasting cures chronic diseases.

A chronic disease is an illness which couldn’t be cured with any medicine and remains for a long period of time. Now you have a golden opportunity to cure it no matter what IT is, because liver, kidney, colon and other chronic

diseases have been finally cured by fasting. And when, brother and sisters, you realize the importance of fasting in curing them, then you undoubtedly will become more eager to this month and you would feel happy and joy while fasting because you’ll gain many benefits.. www.kaheel7.com

RAMADAN MUBARAK May this Ramadan bring joy, health and peace to you all Join us on 19 April for a community Iftar for Brisbane and Logan with special guest Dr Mehreen Faruqi Event details and RSVP greens.org.au/qld/ramadan

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SADAQAT AL-FITR In general, any material help extended to the poor, needy and to those who ask and are deserving is called Sadaqah. Sadaqat al-Fitr, which is also called Zakat al-Fitr, is the obligatory material help extended to the poor of the society before the ‘Eid prayers, preferably to be given early enough for the poor to prepare for the celebration.

‘UMRAH OR MINOR HAJJ IN RAMADAN There is a report from Prophet Muhammad (S) saying that performing ‘Umrah in the month of Ramadan is equal to performing a major or complete Hajj. Hajj is a pilgrimage to Makkah. Hajj is the enactment of some of the trials and tribulations of Prophet Abraham(A), his wife Hajirah (Hagar) and his oldest son, Isma’il(A) (Ishmael). Hajj includes the sacrifice of Ishmael, represented by the sacrifice of an animal, such as a ram, goat,

sheep, cow or a camel. Complete Hajj lasts for five days but ‘Umrah is completed in a couple of hours.

‘Umrah is only a small part of the Hajj. An animal sacrifice may be offered at the completion of ‘Umrah.

‘Umrah may be performed anytime during the year but it has special significance in Ramadan. Hajj is performed only during the 8th and 13th days of Dhul Hijjah, the twelfth month of the Islamic calendar. en.islamway.net

Bronwyn Halfpenny MP State Member for Thomastown

A: Suite 10, 2 Graystone Court Epping VIC 3076

Ph: (03) 9401 2711

E: bronwyn.halfpenny@parliament.vic.gov.au

RAMADAN MUBARAK It means the world to our City to proudly celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of our community.

May the sacred month of Ramadan bring you peace, happiness and joy.

Mayor Angela Evans

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Luba Grigorovitch MP

Member for Kororoit Ph: 03 8361 7133

W: lubagrigorovitch.com.au E: luba.grigorovitch@parliament.vic.gov.au Shop 2, 11 Commercial Rd, Caroline Springs, 3023

WISDOM BEHIND FASTING: THE PURPOSE OF FASTING Firstly: we must note that one of the names of Allah is al-Hakim (the Most Wise). The word Hakim is derived from the same root as hukm (ruling) and hikmah (wisdom). Allah alone is the One Who issues rulings, and His rulings are the most wise and perfect.

Secondly: Allah does not prescribe any ruling but there is great wisdom behind it, which we may understand, or our minds may not be guided to understand it. We may know some of it but a great deal is hidden from us.

Thirdly: Allah has mentioned

the reason and wisdom behind His enjoining of fasting upon us, as He says (interpretation of the meaning): O you who believe!

Observing As-Sawm (the fasting) is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become Al-Muttaqun (the pious) [Noble Quran

2:183] Fasting is a means of attaining taqwa (piety, being conscious of Allah), and taqwa means doing that which Allah has enjoined and avoiding that which He has forbidden.

Fasting is one of the greatest means of helping a person to fulfill the commands of Islam.

The scholars have mentioned some of the reasons why fasting is prescribed, all of which are characteristics of taqwa, but there is nothing wrong with quoting them here, to draw the attention of fasting people to them and make them keen to attain them.

Source: www.fastramadan. com

Peter Khalil MP Federal Labor Member for Wills

T: (03) 9350 5777

www.peterkhalil.com.au • peter.khalil.mp@aph.gov.au Facebook & Instagram @PeterKhalilMP Twitter.com/PeterKhalilMP

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From your Greens State MPs: Tim, Sam, Katherine, Sarah, Gabrielle, Ellen, Samantha and Aiv. Authorised by S. Ratnam, 60 Leicester St, Carlton VIC 3053.

RAMADAN BEYOND HUNGER AND THIRST By: Aslam Abdullah - Islamicity

HERE ARE A FEW SUGGESTIONS THAT WE CAN TRY TO INCORPORATE IN OUR DAILY RAMADAN AND BEYOND.WE SHOULD: • Not react immediately if we dislike any thing.

Rather, we would take time and try to respond in a calm and polite manner.

• Ignore those useless talks that serve no purpose.

• Ensure that we do not indulge in backbiting or demeaning anyone.

• Ensure that we show kindness to youngsters and respect to elders.

• Not focus on food and consume things that are not nutritious because Allah asks to be mindful of our health also.

• Control our anger, egos, arrogance and rash talking.

• Not hurt anyone and if we cross our limits we would immediately apologize.

• Maintain quietness most of the time.

• Greet everyone with a sweet smile.

• Give our children a feel of taraweeh prayers by praying with them this nightly prayer.

• Invite the poorer and the needy families to our homes at least once in the month of Ramadan to honor them.

• Be generous in sharing our resources to the poor and the neglected.

• Try to read the Quran with translation and understanding if we do not know Arabic and with

reflections if we know Arabic.

• Spend sometime alone to observe prayers and recite the Quran and reflect on our life.

• Focus on some of the suras of the Quran so that we could either memorize them or understand them in depth..

• Give the Zakat ul Fitr so that the money could be distributed in an organized manner to the poor and the needy.

• Ensure that not a single prayer is delayed.

• Give one book on Islam to anyone who wants to learn more about Islam.

• Hug our children, our parents and our nearest ones to thank them for their presence in our lives and to remind ourselves of the importance of family.

• Ignore the minor or major behavioral issues of people and treat them with patience.

• Ensure that we would not visit internet sites that are provocative or that promote immorality.

• Help our spouses in home chores and avoid criticizing them for their mistakes.

• Always remember that all that we are doing is to fulfill our obligations to our Creator who seeks our wellbeing in this life and the life hereafter.

ON BEHALF OF LIVERPOOL COUNCILLORS AND STAFF

Ramadan Mubarak

WISHING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MANY BLESSINGS Mayor Ned Mannoun

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‫البروفسور خليل شاهين رئيس غرفة التجارة والصناعة‬ ‫األسترالية األردنية‬

‫سيدني‬ ‫أقيم مساء الثالثاء‬ ‫الـــواقـــع فـــي ‪14‬‬ ‫مــن آذار‪/‬مـــــارس‬ ‫في سيدني حفل اطالق غرفة‬ ‫التجارة والصناعة األسترالية‬ ‫األردنية‪ ،‬بحضور رئيس الغرفة‬ ‫البروفسور خليل شاهين ومجلس‬ ‫األمناء‪ ،‬إضافة الى حشد كبير‬ ‫من رجال االعمال والمستثمرين‬ ‫وأصحاب المصالح التجارية‬

‫سفير استراليا لدى األردن برنارد لينش‬

‫والشركات‪ ،‬وشخصيات سياسية‬ ‫ودبلوماسية واجتماعية‪ ،‬وعلى‬ ‫رأسهم سفير استراليا لدى‬ ‫األردن السيد برنارد لينش وعميد‬ ‫السلك الدبلوماسي لدى أستراليا‬ ‫د‪ .‬علي كريشان‪ ،‬إضافة الى عدد‬ ‫من رجال االعمال الذين جاءوا‬ ‫من األردن ليشاركوا في هذه‬ ‫المناسبة‪.‬‬ ‫وقــد اكــد المتحدثون على‬ ‫ضــــرورة تطوير العالقات‬ ‫التجارية والصناعية بين األردن‬

‫وأستراليا‪ ،‬وعن كيفية زيادة‬ ‫االستثمار بين البلدين‪ .‬حيث اكد‬ ‫رئيس الغرفة البروفسور خليل‬ ‫شاهين في كلمته على الفرص‬ ‫المتوفرة للتعاون بين استراليا‬ ‫واالردن‪ .‬ثم جاءت كلمة السفير‬ ‫االردنــي د‪.‬علي كريشان الذي‬ ‫تحدث فيها عن التعاون الوطيد‬ ‫بين استراليا واالردن‪ .‬تلتها كلمة‬ ‫السيدة خلود السقاف ثم كلمة‬ ‫للسفير االسترالي في االردن‬ ‫برنارد لينش‪.‬‬

‫عميد السلك الدبلوماسي د‪ .‬علي كريشان‬

‫تأسست غرفة التجارة والصناعة‬ ‫األسترالية األردنية (‪)AJCCI‬‬ ‫منذ خمس سنوات‪ ،‬وتضم حالي ًا‬ ‫‪ 70‬عضوا‪ ،‬وقد ذكر رئيس غرفة‬ ‫التجارة والصناعة األسترالية‬ ‫األردنية البروفسور خليل شاهين‬ ‫ان أهــم أهـــداف الغرفة هو‬ ‫تطوير وتوسيع التجارة الثنائية‬ ‫والتجارة بين أستراليا واألردن‪،‬‬ ‫وإقــامــة عالقلت مع الهيئات‬ ‫الحكومية األردنية واألسترالية‬ ‫في األمــور المتعلقة بالتجارة‬

‫والصناعة والــتــجــارة وتمثيل‬ ‫المصالح األردنية في أستراليا‬ ‫والمصالح األسترالية في األردن‪.‬‬ ‫تبلغ قيمة التجارة الثنائية حال ًيا‬ ‫بين البلدين ‪ 113‬مليون دوالر‪.‬‬

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‫حفل اطالق‬ ‫غرفة التجارة والصناعة األسترالية األردنية‬

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HEALTHY NUTRITION AND FASTING PREVENT DEMENTIA By: Abduldaem Al-Kaheel

What is dementia?

Dementia (meaning “deprived of mind”) is a serious cognitive disorder. It may be static, the result of a unique global brain injury or progressive, resulting in long-term decline in cognitive function due to damage or disease in the body beyond what might be expected from normal aging.

Although dementia is far more common in the geriatric population, it may occur in any stage of adulthood. This age cutoff is defining, as similar sets of symptoms due to organic brain syndrome or dysfunction, are given different names in populations younger than adult.

Dementia is a non-specific illness syndrome (set of signs and symptoms) in which affected areas of cognition

may be memory, attention, language, and problem solving. It is normally required to be present for at least 6 months to be diagnosed.

Effect of Healthy nutrition and fasting “Healthy nutrition and periodic fasting activate brain” Says Hanz diteleyv Vasman director of the Department of Neurosurgery at University of Münster hospital. Also he confirms that calories restriction prevents disorders in the brain’s functions and reduces the possibility of dementia.

He added that researches proved that healthy and low calories foods which are full of the fatty acid(omega3 ) increase the efficiency of delivering signals in the brain.

The neurons (nerve cells) in the brain are the most

important cells in the human body so that we have to get healthy nutrition to feed these cells and to prevent many diseases. Scientists confirm that fasting plays a vital role to activate the brain cells.

Fasting and regular calorie restriction Experts and researchers had proved that regular calories restriction is an effective technique to get healthy life also they believe that periodic fasting is more efficient for the following reasons: 1. Fasting is an effective curative and treatment method. While fasting, the whole organism has an opportunity to cure itself, due to an intensification of natural repair processes.

Caloric restriction has not been proven to have such powerful curative benefits.

2. If you are aiming for an 1800 kcal daily average and fasting 100 days per year, then on the other days you do not need to restrict yourself to 1800 kcal a day; you can eat a “normal” 2500 kcal ration of daily meals.

(You should of course in any case take care to eat healthy, high-quality food).

3. After the second day of fasting you normally do not feel hunger; whereas, while on a calorie-restricted diet, it is not uncommon to feel hunger every day. With experience, it is much easier to get used to fasting.

4. While on an ordinary caloric-restriction regime you have to spend time eating meals 365 days per year. But with the alternative method you save that time on

fast-days. If fasting 100 days per year, you only spend time eating on the remaining 265 days.

Fasting in Islam is the act of totally abstaining from food, drink, and sexual activity from Dawn (Fajr) to sunset.

Fasting is mandatory on Muslims in Ramadan but it is optional at the rest of the year at any day.

Omega-3 is important for quite a few reasons, some of which being; • Regulation of blood clotting • B oosting artery wall relaxation and contraction • Strengthening of cell membranes • Normalizing the speed at which your heart beats • Brain development and growth

“I wish you and your family a happy, peaceful and blessed holy month of Ramadan”

Moira Deeming MP Standing for Religious Freedom & Parental Rights

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RETURN OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students are flocking to Victoria and Melbourne – Australia’s best student city – injecting energy, boosting the economy and providing a ready supply of workers for jobs.

Department of Home Affairs data shows since international borders reopened in December 2021, the number of student visa holders onshore in Victoria has doubled to more than 141,000.

China, India, Vietnam, Nepal and Colombia are the top five countries supplying students and contributing to the 107 per cent jump.

Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas visited the Study Melbourne Hub in Hardware Lane, handing

BUOYS VICTORIA out welcome bags filled with Melbourne essentials including a myki card and Queen Victoria Market voucher.

For eight years Melbourne has been Australia’s top performer in the QS Best Student Cities index based on affordability, quality of life, standard of universities and diversity – and in 2023 the city has moved up a spot in the world rankings to fifth behind only London, Munich, Seoul and Zurich.

International education supports Victoria’s reputation for research excellence, helping make us a leader in a highly competitive global field and underpinning the state’s innovation drive.

Graduates bolster Victoria’s highly qualified and globally connected workforce,

which makes the state a compelling proposition for businesses looking to invest in new ideas and enterprises.

Generating $6.9 billion in export revenue in 2021, international education is Victoria’s third biggest export earner, behind food and fibre and manufacturing, and supports more than 40,000 jobs.

The Andrews Labor Government is backing international education to grow, with $10 million invested from the Melbourne City Revitalisation Fund to upgrade the Study Melbourne Hub and support newly arrived students.

Study Melbourne provides free legal advice on employment and accommodation matters and confidential 24-hour,

Ramadan Mubarak

The Hon. Natalie Suleyman MP State Labor Member for St Albans Minister for Veterans Minister for Small Business Minister for Youth

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seven-day assistance to international students across Victoria.

Last year the Labor Government launched the International Education Recovery Plan 2025, backed by almost $53 million in funding for initiatives including the expansion of Victoria’s Global Education Network to 19 locations, with extra resources in Colombia, Korea, Japan and Vietnam.

“We’re a welcoming state and it’s great to see large numbers of students from all around the world back in Melbourne and regional Victoria – they make us a more vibrant community.”

“International education supports tens of thousands of Victorian jobs and is a

vital part of our economy – that’s why we are so serious about supporting the sector and its growth.”Minister for Trade and Investment Tim Pallas said.

“Students are attracted by our outstanding universities, TAFEs and colleges. We’ve backed our higher education institutions and it’s fantastic to see their excellence recognised by students from around the globe.” Minister for Higher Education Gayle Tierney said.

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BENEFITS OF DATES All the prophet’s (peace be upon him) kindness on his nation is shown in Dates and in recommending them as he explained the useful things even in such matters.

• The benefits and utilities of dates are shown as some doctors mentioned the benefits of Iftar on Dates

and said: (starting Iftar with dates has a lot of healthy and nutritional benefits, some of these benefits are: • Dates are easy to digest so they don’t exhaust the fasting person stomach.

• Dates decrease the great hunger feeling of the fasting person and so he doesn’t rush into excessive food eating which causes digestion disorders.

• Dates prepare the stomach to receive the food after being inactive through out the day with activating the release of digestive secretions and juices.

• Dates are very rich with sugary energy and so the body is supplied with the most important nutrients which is sugar that is irreplaceable as a nutrient for the brain cells and

nerves.

• Dates protect the fasting person from having constipation as a result of changing meals times or as a result of having low fiber amounts in meals.

• The alkaline salts in dates adjust the acidity of blood which result from excessiveness eating of meat and carbohydrates which causes a lot of hereditary

diseases as diabetes, gout, renal stones, gall bladder inflammations, high blood pressure and hemorrhoids).

The research of date’s benefits, prepared by nutrition department of hospitals administration in the health ministry in Kuwait. www.fastramadan.com

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HEALTHY SUHOOR MUST-HAVES A healthy Ramdan starts with a healthy suhoor! With Ramadan fast approaching it’s important that we understand how to eat healthy and feel energized during our fasts well beforehand so we don’t get stuck the day before Ramadan wondering where to begin.

With a healthy suhoor, you’ll be setting up your fasting days to be full of energy to help you keep up with your daily life and ibaadah, and most importantly so that you can get the most out of Ramadan.

The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “Eat suhoor, for in suhoor there is blessing.”

(Bukhari, 1923;) There are 3 types of people when it comes to Suhoor: 1. Skip suhoor because it’s too hard to wake up in the middle of the night.

2. Have cereal for Suhoor because it’s the easiest thing.

3. Have a big dinner type meal (i.e. roti and curry etc).

The problem is, most of the time these options don’t optimally help your fast. The result is low energy levels, headaches, and hunger.

Here are 5 healthy suhoor must-haves so you can feel energized and good, and avoid feeling tired and drained during Ramadan:

1. Choose foods high in Protein Protein is an important dietary component as it helps build and maintain muscle, but most importantly during Ramadan it helps you feel full for longer after a meal. Adding protein to your suhoor will ensure you feel satiated

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for longer during your fast.

Examples of protein foods include: • Eggs • Greek yogurt • Beans • Lentils • Fish • Chicken

2. Select Whole Grain Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are what provide you with energy, and many people make the mistake of eating simple carbs during suhoor (i.e. sugary cereal, white bread) and will feel hungry and tired shortly after. Whole grains are high in fibre which means the energy will be absorbed slower in the body helping you feel fuller and energized for a longer time.

Examples of whole grain carbohydrates are:

• Whole grain bread • Whole grain bagels • Whole grain naan • Oatmeal • Quinoa • Barley

3. Fill Up on Healthy Fats Healthy fats will also help you feel full and satisfied throughout the day, and are an important part of a balanced diet. Examples of healthy fats include: • Avocados • Nut butters • Nuts and seeds • Ground flaxseed • Hemp seeds

4. Add fruit/veg to every suhoor Fruits and vegetables are high in fibre, and contain

a wide variety of vitamins and minerals. Some fruits/ veggies also have a high water content which can help your hydration while fasting. Examples of fruits/ vegetables that have higher water content are: • Watermelon • Strawberries • Cucumber • Lettuce

5. Make drinking water a priority In order to avoid dehydration throughout your fasts it’s important to ensure you’re drinking enough water at suhoor. Aim to have at least 2-3 cups of water while having your suhoor.

Source: thehealthymuslims.com

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Hadiths About Ramadan

INCOMPARABLE REWARD 1. Umm Saleem (may Allah be pleased with her) reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “(The performance of) `Umrah during Ramadan is equal (in reward) to performing Hajj with

me.“(Authenticated by Al-Albani) 2. Abu Hurayrah reported that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: Every action a son of Adam does shall be multiplied—a good action by ten times its value, up to 700 times.

Allah says: With the exception of fasting, which belongs to Me, and

I reward it accordingly. For, one abandons his desire and food for My sake.

There are two occasions of joy for a fasting person: one when he breaks his fast, and the other when he meets his Lord, and the (bad) breath (of a fasting person) is better in the sight of Allah than the fragrance of

musk. (Al-Bukhari) 3. Abu Ayub (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Whosoever fasts in Ramadan and then follows it with fasting six days of Shawwal, it is as if he fasts forever.” (Muslim)

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A study prepared by researchers at Grenoble University in France has showed that irregular fasting plays a role in decreasing the average of the development of lymphoid tumors to almost zero according to tests conducted

on mammals. Other studies have also shown that irregular fasting increases the survival levels among individuals who suffer from liver tissue injuries which have the possibility of becoming tumors in the future.

Fasting slows down aging The benefits of fasting aren’t restricted to fighting chronic illnesses but they go beyond that to slowing down aging of brain cells for scientific studies have showed the role of irregular fasting in delaying the aging of brain cells and contributing in slowing down the

appearance of Alzheimer’s. this study conducted by the national center for aging studies in the US regarding the potential influence of irregular fasting and diets in which calories are decreased by almost half, and demonstrate the role of fasting in delaying the aging of brain tissue.

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Fasting reduces the chances of developing tumors

Ramadan Mubarak On behalf of Cumberland Council, I send my warmest wishes to people of the Islamic faith during the holy month of Ramadan.

May this special time be celebrated with family and friends, filled with peace, happiness, spiritual reflection and renewal.

Mayor Lisa Lake

Fasting reduces the possibility of developing cancers In a recent study published in the magazine of Psychology and Endocrine which was conducted by a team of scientists a California University and they established that irregular fasting leads to stopping cancer cells from dividing and fasting proved to be more efficient than dieting. www.kaheel7.com

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Jim Chalmers MP Federal Labor Member for Rankin Treasurer of Australia

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Hoping families in our community enjoyed a blessed Ramadan

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A BETTER FUTURE FOR ALL: WHY YOU SHOULD PAY YOUR ZAKAT TO NATIONAL ZAKAT FOUNDATION THIS RAMADAN Ismail Davids CEO, NZF Australia As I write this, my heart is heavy with the weight of the responsibility that we carry at the National Zakat Foundation (NZF).

Every year, as Ramadan approaches, I am reminded of the immense need that exists within our community and the vital role that we play in providing support and assistance to those who need it the most.

For over 10 years, the team at NZF has been working tirelessly to collect and

distribute Zakat locally, providing a lifeline to thousands of eligible Muslims in need. We have seen firsthand the transformative impact that our work has had on the lives of those who have been struggling, and it is a humbling experience to be part of such a noble cause that we are grateful for every single day.

Through the blessing of Allah SWT, we have been able to distribute over $14.4 million to 19,600 eligible individuals, ensuring that they have the resources they need to live their lives with dignity and respect.

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From providing emergency relief to sisters who might be homeless, to providing life skills to transform Zakat receivers to payers, we have come a long way in transforming lives in our community.

But our work goes beyond just financial assistance. We believe that education is the key to empowering our community and ensuring that we are fulfilling our religious obligations correctly. That

is why we have made it our mission to help educate our fellow Muslims on how to calculate their Zakat accurately, dispelling misconceptions and making the process more accessible.

We have assisted many Muslims who have missed or paid Zakat incorrectly in the past, providing them with guidance and support to get back on track, helping them come closer to Allah as individuals and ultimately as

a collective community.

The impact of our work goes far beyond just the numbers. At NZF, our ethos is to recognise that every human being has inherent worth and dignity, and it is our duty to do everything in our power to ensure that they are treated as such.

By paying Zakat locally to NZF, we can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it the most, providing a beacon of hope in a world that can often feel dark and lonely.

We have seen tears of joy and gratitude on the faces of those we have helped, dua for those at NZF and every single one of you who paid their Zakat, and it is a feeling that I will never forget.

This Ramadan, consider paying your Zakat and Sadaqah locally to NZF. Let us come together as a community to provide support and assistance to those who need it the most.

Together, we can make a difference, fulfilling our religious obligations and bringing joy to those who need it most. Let us show the world what it means to be a Muslim, and let us do it with compassion, kindness, and love.

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Councillor Tony Bleasdale OAM

Mayor of Blacktown City

Message from the Mayor of Blacktown City

Ramadan Mubarak As the Mayor of Blacktown City, I would like to wish a Ramadan Mubarak to the Muslim community.

Blacktown City is one of the most multicultural cities in Australia and I am proud that the Muslim community is a big part of it.

SIGNIFICANCE OF RAMADAN Naturally, the fact that Ramadan was in the summer has no relation to why this month was chosen by Allah as the month for fasting.

Since Muslims follow the lunar calendar, the month of Ramadan will occur in all the seasons at least twice in each person’s lifetime.

God clearly stated the reason for choosing this month in the Quran.

He said: “Ramadan is the month in which the Quran was revealed as guidance and clarification to

humankind, and a distinction between right and wrong. So, whoever from among you witnesses the month should fast it.” (2: 185) The significance of Ramadan lies in the fact that the revelation of the Quran began in that month.

For this reason, Ramadan is often called the month of the Quran and Muslims try to spend much of their waking hours reading from the Holy Book throughout the month.

We have over 31,000 Muslim residents in our City, representing a significant part of our rich diverse community.

Blacktown City prides itself on its diversity and our 405,000 residents come from 188 different birth places and speak 184 languages.

We are an inclusive city, with a range of services available to our residents whose first language is not English. Blacktown City Libraries have a wide range of resources, including books, magazines and DVDs available in more than 30 different languages. The library also has access for library members to online multicultural resources: • PressReader, an online newspaper and magazine platform giving access to material in over 60 languages.

• Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Online for Kids, which gives children the opportunity to read more than 600+ books in 30 languages.

The Libraries also run Around the World Storytime, sharing stories from all different cultures and countries to younger members our community, English Conversation Classes, Tech Savvy Seniors in multiple languages and host their annual month of Multicultural March, celebrating the diversity of Blacktown City, in honour of United Nation’s International Mother Language Day. Our website can be translated into our most spoken languages (including Arabic) to enable our residents to stay up to date with all Council’s latest news and events.

I extend my warmest wishes and Ramadan Mubarak to all the members of the Muslim community and thank you for the contributions you have made to our city.

By Dr. Bilal Philips

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The growing popularity of social media and the sheer number of active users on social platforms have played a big role in the growth of beauty industry including halal cosmetics and personal hygiene.

This has also led to increased competition within the industry with everyone trying to get the attention of consumers on social media.

The purchasing decisions of millennials are influenced majorly by social media]. 72% of millennials procure beauty products based on Instagram posts and other social networks.

Makeup consists of the application of cosmetic products to beautify or change the way one looks either artistically or to conceal flaws.

Undoubtedly social media can negatively affect a person’s self-perception and mental health. This is caused by comparing ourselves to unrealistic images on social media of what we believe we should look like. This can then lead to dissatisfaction with our appearance and self-perception.

Comparing yourself to others on social media may have become an unintentional habit you have picked up. However, it could be negatively affecting your mental health.

So, looking good on the outside has never been so hazardous for our health and well-being. Thousands of personal care products and ingredients have come under the microscope and some of them have been banned in some countries.

For example, Phthalates which are chemical compounds used in a variety of cosmetics and personal care products.

These chemicals, which are linked to endocrine disruption, developmental and reproductive toxicity, and cancer, have been banned from cosmetics in the European Union.

Similar to phthalates, many other petrochemical-based ingredients can be classed as halal suitable due to their non-animal origin, but they also tend to be fat soluble and can go through the skin barrier into your bloodstream and end up being stored in your body’s fat cells.

Identifying questionable or even haram ingredients in the long list of personal care ingredients is very difficult.

Different Halal Certifiers have different religious

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The anti-aging products segment is the fastest growing in the personal care industry. One of the most commonly used anti-aging ingredients in cosmetic preparations is collagen or hydrolysed collagen.

Halal consumers should focus also on the nonactive ingredients, such as emulsifiers, preservatives, colouring, foaming agents and even packaging.

These are some of the ingredients commonly used in cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries: Collagen: Collagen is a primary component in many cosmetic formulations due to the fact that it is a natural humectant and moisturizer.

Collagen is usually derived from animal tissue.

Amino acids: Amino acids are major components

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Tallow: Tallow is an intense moisturizer that assists in retaining the skins natural moisture. It is also used in candles, soaps, lipsticks, shaving creams and other cosmetics. Tallow is odourless, tasteless, waxy white fat, consisting of suet (the hard fat about the kidneys and loins of cattle, sheep, and horses).

Lard: In cosmetics and personal care products, Lard and Lard-derived ingredients function as skin conditioning agents – emollients and occlusive. Lard is rendered pig fat, and it can be made from different parts of the animal.

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Gelatine: Gelatine is applied as a gelling ingredient in many cosmetic products including face creams, body lotions, shampoos, hair sprays, sunscreens and bath salts and bubbles. Gelatine is a protein obtained by boiling skin, tendons, ligaments, and/or bones with water.

It is usually obtained from cows or pigs.

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REFLECTION BY ICOM STUDENTS ON RAMADAN

Alhamdulillah, we have been given the blessing from Allah to witness and experience another holy month of Ramadan: a month full of Rahma, Maghfirah and Khair. Ramadan was the month in which our beloved Prophet Muhammad SAW received the first word of the Quran: “iqra” - Read! The first thing that was revealed through the Quran was not to pray, give zakat or do Hajj. It was to read, to seek knowledge. And what better time is it to read the words of Allah and to understand it than the month of Ramadan?

As an Islamic school, Alhamdulillah we have done many things to prepare the students for Ramadan. One of the first initiatives created by the Quran and Islamic studies department was to have a halaqah every Friday in which the boys and girls sit separately in circles and recite alkalam Allah. Alhamdulillah so far, by strengthening the brotherhood and sisterhood; teaching the students the necessity of the Quran in our daily lives, this has been very successful.

Allahuma barik lahum the Quran and Islamic studies department have also spent many hours organising Ramadan guide packs for every single secondary student. This year’s packs contain some Zamzam water, dates, miswak, a prayer mat, a Ramadan card and some chocolate. This has built up excitement in welcoming the blessed month of Ramadan.

These bags will help our dedicated students maximise their good deeds for the month.

They were given to the students during a special assembly dedicated to Ramadan. Alhamdulillah, this assembly gave the students some insight into how impactful and life-changing this month can be to them if they attain taqwa. Taqwa is the awareness that Allah is al-Baseer, the all-seeing, and al-Alim, the all-knowing. Knowing this, we aim to avoid sins for the sake of Allah, knowing that it displeases Him. Rather, we should be indulging ourselves in as much good as we can.

This Ramadan, let us acquire taqwa so we do not wake up on the morning of Eid and wish that we did more acts of worship. I pray that we can fully benefit from this blessed month Thank you,

Imran Hussien ICOM College Captain 2023

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Ramadan, dear readers, is a spiritual springtime. It is a season of growth, renewal, and rejuvenation for the Muslim soul. Just as the winter frost gives way to the warmth of the sun, Ramadan thaws the hearts and blossoms the spirits of the believers. Our faith is much like a seed, nourished by acts of fasting, prayer and charity, which allow it to grow into a strong and vibrant tree.

SubhanAllah, just as a healthy tree provides shelter and nourishment to those around it, a strong and fruitful faith can bring light, love and livelihood into our lives and the lives of those around us. This Ramadan is the perfect opportunity for us all to cultivate a deeper love and appreciation for Allah (SWT) so that, InshAllah, in the hereafter, we are amongst the true believers.

The profound love that the Islamic College of Melbourne holds for Ramadan is rooted in the utter joy and fulfilment this holy month allows us all to experience. We are a college that proudly advocates for sympathy, gratefulness and peace, which is why this fleeting period of heightened spirituality is always welcomed with open arms.

This year in particular, the college has truly gone above and beyond to spread Ramadan cheer. InshAllah, we will begin the holy month together with the secondary Iftaar, a memorable night in which students across secondary will come together to break their fast in a timeless tradition that strengthens our unbreakable bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood. Every year, the secondary Iftaar creates a sense of unity amongst the ICOM folk, as we enthusiastically bond over a shared sense of a higher purpose that is cherished and celebrated. The night of the highly anticipated Iftaar will also see Year 12 students taking part in the Qiyam night, organised by our wonderful Quran and Islamic Studies department, during which they will stay overnight at the school to observe acts of worship together and reflect on how they wish to approach the month ahead. Moreover, the college will especially be focusing on helping those less fortunate, because as the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H), the best of men, said, “Give charity without delay”. Through partnership with the Halal Food Bank, which I am very proud to say is a student-led initiative that has been planned by some incredible year 10s; secondary students will be encouraged to generously donate foods so that more Muslims across Victoria can enjoy fulfilling Iftaars with their loved ones. Overall, to say that ICOM is excited for Ramadan would be a massive understatement.

Alhamdulillah, the love that we, as Muslims, hold for Ramadan is not just for the month itself, but for the transformative effect it has on our lives and our relationship with the One, the Only, Allah (SWT). I pray that just as the spring rain brings new life to this earth, the mercy and forgiveness of Allah (SWT) is showered upon the Ummah this Ramadan, providing us all with the strength, hope and guidance we need, Ameen.

Sumaiyya Baloch ICOM School Captain 2023

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‫الت ـ ـ ــوازن‬ ‫في شخصية المسلم‬ ‫بقلم الشيخ طاهر مشراوي‬

‫لقد جاءت شريعة اإلسالم لتحقيق أعظم المقاصد وأفضل المصالح‪ ،‬سواءا ما تعلق منها بالفرد‪ ،‬أو‬ ‫المجتمع أو الجماعة‪ .‬لم تترك شرا إال بينته وحذرت منه وسدت المسالك والذرائع المفضية إليه‪ ،‬ولم‬ ‫تذر خيرا إال وبينته ودعت إليه ورغبت في تحصيله وفتحت الذرائع والمسالك المؤدية إليه‪ ،‬وعلى هذا‬ ‫تأسست الشخصية المسلمة لتكون أكثر الشخصيات جمعا لفضائل األخالق ومحاسن األداب إذا ما أحسنت‬ ‫الفهم واستاقمت في العمل‪.‬‬ ‫هناك قاعدة‬ ‫عــامــة تسري‬ ‫عــلــى الجميع‬ ‫وتنضبط بها أفعال العباد‪،‬‬ ‫وهــي قاعدة إذا استقام‬ ‫الفهم استقام العمل‪ ،‬وهذا‬ ‫األصل مقرر في الشرع كما‬ ‫جاء في الحديث القصير‬ ‫في مبناه العظيم في معناه‬ ‫وهو قوله‪-‬صلى الله عليه‬ ‫وسلم‪ -‬لما سأله سائل قال‪:‬‬ ‫يا رســول الله! قل لي في‬ ‫اإلســام قو ًاًل ال أسأل عنه‬ ‫أحدا غيرك‪ ،‬قال‪“ :‬قل‪ :‬آمنت‬ ‫ً‬ ‫بالله ثم استقم”‪ .‬والحديث‬ ‫من جوامع الكلم التي تميز‬ ‫بها الرسول‪-‬صلى الله عليه‬ ‫وسلم‪ -‬في تقرير المفاهيم‬ ‫والحقائق العظمى‪ ،‬فقد بين‬ ‫فيه أن جماع الخير قائم‬ ‫على أصلين اثنين مترابطين‬ ‫متالزمين‪ ،‬اإليمان وأصله‬ ‫التصديق مع العلم والفهم‪،‬‬ ‫واالستقامة والتي حقيقتها‬ ‫صالح العمل‪ .‬والله تعالى‬ ‫يقول في االية‪َ ( :‬ف َبشِّ ْر ِع َبا ِد‬ ‫ون ا ْل َق ْو َل‬ ‫ين َي ْس َت ِم ُع َ‬ ‫‪ ،‬ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫ين‬ ‫َف َي َّت ِب ُع َ‬ ‫ون َأ ْح َس َن ُه ُأو َل ِئ َك ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫َه َد ُاه ُم ال َّل ُه َو ُأو َل ِئ َك ُه ْم ُأولُو‬ ‫َْ‬ ‫اب)‪ .‬االية أشارت الى‬ ‫اأْل ْل َب ِ‬ ‫أصلين اثنين في حصول‬ ‫الهداية‪ ،‬االستماع واالتباع‪،‬‬ ‫االستماع يعني حسن التلقي‬ ‫والفهم واالدراك‪ ،‬واالتباع‬

‫يعني التطبيق الصحيح‬ ‫والفعل االلمستقيم‪.‬‬ ‫قــال ابــن القيم (صحة‬ ‫الفهم نور يقذفه الله في‬ ‫قلب العبد يميز بــه بين‬ ‫الصحيح والفاسد والحق‬ ‫والباطل والهدى والضالل‬ ‫والغي والرشد ويمده حسن‬ ‫القصد وتحري الحق وتقوى‬ ‫الــرب في السر والعالنية‬ ‫ويقطع مادته اتباع الهوى‬ ‫وايثار الدنيا وطلب محمدة‬ ‫الناس) قال تعالى‪َ ( :‬ف َه َدى‬ ‫ين َآمنُو ْا ِل َما اخْ َت َلفُو ْا‬ ‫ال ّل ُه ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫ِفي ِه ِم َن ال َْحقِّ ِب ِإ ْذ ِن ِه َوال ّل ُه‬ ‫َي ْه ِدي َمن َيشَ اء ِإ َلى ِص َر ٍ‬ ‫اط‬ ‫ُّم ْس َت ِقيم)‪.‬‬ ‫من األمور التي يقع فيها‬ ‫الخلل والزلل بناء على خلل‬ ‫في الفهم والتلقي والعلم‬ ‫هي قضية التوازن في أداء‬ ‫الحقوق ورعايتها وتغليب‬ ‫حق على حق‪ ،‬وواجب على‬ ‫واجب فيقع العبد في الظلم‬ ‫والتعدي والتقصير‪ ،‬فاإلسالم‬ ‫راعى التوازن والعدل في‬ ‫كــل شيئ وأمــر بمراعاة‬ ‫جميع الحقوق المعنية‪ ،‬كل‬ ‫حسب مكانته وقــدره وما‬ ‫يستحقه‪ ،‬واإلخــــال في‬ ‫هــذا حيدة وانــحــراف عن‬ ‫المنهج الحق الذي أمر به‬ ‫رسول الله ‪-‬صلى الله عليه‬ ‫و سلم ‪-‬عندما أقر سلمان‬

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‫الفارسي‪-‬رضي الله عنه‪-‬‬ ‫على مقولته الحكيمة “إعط‬ ‫كل ذي حق حقه”‪ .‬المبدأ‬ ‫الذي أراد سلمان أن يبلغه‬ ‫إلى أبي الدرداء وللمسلمين‬ ‫من بعده‪ ،‬أن يراعوا جميع‬ ‫الحقوق وأال يميلوا بحق حتى‬ ‫يجور على بقية الحقوق‪،‬‬ ‫وإن كان هذا الحق هو حق‬ ‫الله تعالى‪“ ،‬إن لربك عليك‬ ‫حقا‪ ،‬وإن لنفسك عليك حقا‪،‬‬ ‫وإن لزوجك عليك حقا”‪.‬‬ ‫ومثل هذا الخلل وقع حتى‬ ‫من بعض صحابة رسول‬ ‫الله‪ ،‬خاصة من كان في‬ ‫بداية إسالمه ولم يتضلع‬ ‫بعد بالفهم الصحيح عن الله‬ ‫وعن رسوله‪ ،‬فقد كان يقع‬ ‫منهم الخطأ في الفهم وفي‬ ‫التطبيق وكــان ‪-‬صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم‪-‬يعلمهم ويربيهم‬ ‫ويرشدهم إلى الحق‪ .‬فقد‬ ‫جاء ثالثة رهط إلى بيوت‬ ‫أزواج النبي صلى الله عليه‬ ‫وسلم‪ ،‬يسألون عن عبادة‬ ‫النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم‪،‬‬ ‫فلما أخبروا كأنهم تقالوها‪،‬‬ ‫فقالوا‪ :‬وأين نحن من النبي‬ ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم قد غفر‬ ‫له ما تقدم من ذنبه وما‬ ‫تأخر؟! قال أحدهم‪ :‬أما أنا‬ ‫فإني أصلي الليل أبدا‪ ،‬وقال‬ ‫آخر‪ :‬أنا أصوم الدهر وال‬ ‫أفطر‪ ،‬وقال آخر‪ :‬أنا أعتزل‬

‫النساء فال أتزوج أبدا‪ ،‬فجاء‬ ‫رسول الله صلى الله عليه‬ ‫وسلم فقال‪“ :‬أنتم الذين‬ ‫قلتم كذا وكذا‪ ،‬أما والله إني‬ ‫ألخشاكم لله وأتقاكم له‪،‬‬ ‫لكني أصوم وأفطر‪ ،‬وأصلي‬ ‫وأرقد‪ ،‬وأتزوج النساء‪ ،‬فمن‬ ‫رغب عن سنتي فليس مني”‪.‬‬ ‫مع أنهم قصدوا بفعلهم‬ ‫زيادة في العبادة والتقرب‬ ‫إلى الله ‪-‬تعالى‪ -‬وكل واحد‬ ‫منهم رأى ميدانا أراد أن‬ ‫يبالغ فيه لتحصيل األجر‬ ‫ومع ذلك حكم رسول الله‬ ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم‪ -‬على‬‫صنيعهم بأنه رغبة عن سنته‬ ‫وحيدة عن منهجه ليعلمنا‬ ‫أن الخير كل الخير والحق‬ ‫كل الحق في اتباع هديه‬ ‫وسنته التي تعلمنا التوازن‬ ‫في القيام بالحقوق ورعاية‬ ‫الواجبات دون إقصاء ودون‬ ‫إهمال لغيرها على قاعدة‬ ‫اعط كل ذي حق حقه‪.‬‬ ‫إنهجمال الشريعة التي تبني‬ ‫إنسانا ال يفرط في عمارة‬ ‫األرض والسعي للكسب‬ ‫المشروع بحجة االنشغال‬ ‫بالعبادة والتنسك‪ ،‬وال يغفل‬ ‫عن العالقة بالله تعالى‬ ‫واحيائها بالذكر والصالة‬ ‫بحجة كثرة المشاغل‪ .‬فهي‬ ‫تأخذ بنظر االعتبار جميع‬ ‫جوانبه المادية والمعنوية‪،‬‬

‫الروحية والجسدية‪ ،‬تنظم‬ ‫غرائزة المفطور عليها عبر‬ ‫مسالك مشروعة تحفظ‬ ‫عليه انسانيته فال يتحول‬ ‫الى حيواني شهواني غير‬ ‫منضبط‪ ،‬وفي ظلها ال يقع‬ ‫الظلم على الفرد لحساب‬ ‫المجتمع‪ ،‬وال يحيف على‬ ‫المجتمع من أجل الفرد‪،‬‬ ‫فهي الــصــراط المستقيم‬ ‫الــذي أنعم الله بــه على‬ ‫الذين سلكوه بعلم و عمل‪،‬‬ ‫من غير افراط وال تفريط‬ ‫وهــم الــذي هــداهــم الله‬ ‫للعدل و االعتدال في كل‬ ‫الص َر َ‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫اط‬ ‫شيئ‪.‬‬ ‫(اهدنَــــا ِّ‬ ‫ال ُمس َت ِق َيم‪ِ ،‬صـ َـر َ‬ ‫ين‬ ‫اط ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫وب‬ ‫غض ِ‬ ‫مت َع َليه ِْم غَ يرِ ال َم ُ‬ ‫َأن َع َ‬ ‫ين)‪ .‬وإذا‬ ‫َع َليه ِْم َو َال َّ‬ ‫الضا ِّل َ‬ ‫كــان الــتــوازن من خصال‬ ‫الــشــخــص الــمــســلــم‪ ،‬فهو‬ ‫كذلك في األمــة المسلمة‬ ‫التي تحمل رسالة االعتدال‬ ‫والوسطية قائمة على فهم‬ ‫صحيح و عمل مستقيم‪،‬‬ ‫ــذ ِل َ‬ ‫ــك َ ج َع ْلنَا ُك ْم ُأ َّم ـ ًة‬ ‫( َو َك َٰ‬ ‫َو َس ًطا ِّل َت ُكونُوا شُ َه َدا َء َع َلى‬ ‫الر ُسولُ َع َل ْي ُك ْم‬ ‫الن ِ‬ ‫َّاس َو َي ُك َ‬ ‫ون َّ‬ ‫ِيدا)‪.‬‬ ‫شَ ه ً‬

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Islamic Society of South Australia SERVICES:

MASJIDS:

Education Entertainment Islamic Marriage Hajj Funerals Festivals Open Day Halal Certificate Counselling Services Aged care Arabic School

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658 Marion Rd Parkholme, SA 5043 Tel: +618 8277 8725 E-mail:info@islamicsocietysa.org.au W: www.islamicsocietysa.org.au

‫الشيخ رياض الرفاعي‬ ‫ عضو مجلس األئمة الفدرالي‬‫ أمين سر مجلس األئمة في جنوب أستراليا‬‫ ممثل دار الفتوى في الجمهورية اللبنانية في‬‫والية جنوب استراليا‬ ‫ امام مسجد عمر بن الخطاب في اداليد‬-

Sheikh Riad El Rifai

Imam of Masjid Omar Bin Alkhatab South Australia

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‫الشيخ عبد السالم عالم‬ ‫امام مسجد ابو بكر الصديق‬ ‫الجمعية االسالمية في جنوب استراليا‬ Sheikh AbdulSalam Abdulghani Alim Imam of Masjid Abu Baker AlSaddiq Islamic Society of South Australia

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Dental Care At Hilton We have dental treatment under sedation and general anaesthesia. we have advanced filling and crown setting via CEREC technology.

we are major sponsors for Human Appeal, Islamic Relief, Saudi Students club Adelaide.

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Muslim students awarded for their outstanding achievements

HUMAN APPEAL AUSTRALIA HOSTED ITS 16TH ANNUAL YEAR 12 MUSLIM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS IN MARCH IN ALL MAJOR CITIES OF AUSTRALIA

By Alsu Kurlow The high-achieving students were awarded certificates of achievement and valuable gifts in front of community leaders, politicians and school principals and administrators in Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney where an incredible 422 students achieving ATAR of 90 and above were recognised at award Year 12 students who achieved an ATAR of 90 or above in 2022 were invited to register for the awards from all over Australia and then to be recognised in events in their state.

SYDNEY: 235 STUDENTS

Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards recipients 2023 in Sydney

Bachir Zreika, Tax Factor; award recipient and Sheikh Shafiq R. Abdullah Khan, Al-Faisal College at HAA Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards 2023

Dr Ali Kraishan the Ambassador of Jordan; award recipient and Bashar AlJamal, Director of HAA

On Sunday 5th of March, the ceremony in Sydney awarded the largest number of students with a total of two-hundred and thirty-five. The ceremony was opened with the heart-

Human Appeal Australia’s Director, Bashar Al-Jamal welcomed guests, expressing his delight at the achievements of an increasing number of Muslim HSC students every year, a video clip showcasing the achievements and the

warming recitation of the Quran by Sheikh Khaled Zraykah and co-MC’d by Omar Al-Jamal and Raghda Assoum. Students were invited to join various respected members of the community, school principals, politicians and businesses to

attend the ceremony which was held in The Highline Venue in Bankstown. The HSC students were honoured for their hard work, awarded certificates of recognition and were each gifted with a 9thgeneration iPad.

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services rendered to the global community of HAA was displayed on the big screen, then various speeches were given by Jihad Dib, MP State Member for Lakemba; Leadership Umrah Tour Participant Omar Alzeidat and by student Imran Abdu

from James Ruse Agricultural High School who achieved amazing ATAR of 99.85.

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Sophie Cotsis, MP; award recipient and Amin El Bureeny, Head of Community Care HAA

The beautiful night was also attended

by Wendy Lindsay MP, Member for East Hills; Sophie Cotsis, MP Member for Canterbury; Clr. Bilal El-Hayek, Clr of Canterbury Bankstown City; His Excellency Dr Ali Kraishan, Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Australia and His Excellency Mr Izzat Salah Abdulhadi, the Head of the General Delegation of Palestine in Australia.

Mr Al-Jamal talked about the devastating earthquakes that

struck central Türkiye and Syria. He said she has been comforted seeing the dozens of young people who have volunteered each day to help victims of the earthquake.

‘I was just in Turkey and Syria just two weeks ago, visiting the people affected by the earthquake and delivering aid. What I saw was destruction beyond what you can imagine. Yet I saw something which eased my heart. I saw people, in particular the youth, working hand in hand with their elders to help one another. To help each other get

Jihad Dib MP; award recipient and Issam Chaouk, Human Appeal Director of projects

His Excellency Mr Izzat Salah Abdulhadi, the Head of the General Delegation of Palestine in Australia; award recipient and Wendy Lindsay, MP

Clr. Bilal El-Hayek, Clr of Canterbury Bankstown City; award recipient; Sheikh Yahya Safi, LMA and Issam Chaouk, HAA Director of projects

Imran Abdu who achieved the highest ATAR score 99.85

through these tough times. That is what we expect from you my dear High Achievers.

We want you to continue excelling in

your respective careers however, you must give back. Be there for others in their time of need. You must give back to the community

that you are a part of. That is where true excellence lies’ Mr AlJamal said.

Overall the night was filled with a

warm atmosphere of celebration and joy.

Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards recipients 2023 along with Human Appeal’s team and VIP guests in Sydney

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Muslim students awarded for their outstanding achievements

HUMAN APPEAL AUSTRALIA HOSTED ITS 16TH ANNUAL YEAR 12 MUSLIM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS IN MARCH IN ALL MAJOR CITIES OF AUSTRALIA ADELAIDE: 14 STUDENTS Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards night in Adelaide was held on the 25 of February at Stamford Grand Hotel, honouring 14 High Achievers.

The event commenced by acknowledging traditional owners of the land followed by Quran recitation.

MC Yahya Ahmad welcomed Human Appeal’s State Manager Ali Kadir who acknowledged the high achievers and outlined the amazing work Human Appeal has been doing over the years, locally and overseas.

Hon Blair Boyer, the Minister of Education, spoke on the ethics of success. The audience was also addressed by Sheikh Mohammed El Sayed, Amer El-Hosni and Abdul Salam Hamid Juma Human Appeal Umrah leadership participants.

The night was also attended by Hon Laura Henderson MLC Opposition Whip, Shadow Assistant Minister to the Shadow AttorneyGeneral; Hon Stephen Patterson MP and Hon Reggie Martin MLC and respected family members of high achievers. The Highest Achiever in Adelaide was Miss Adeena Zafar with an ATAR of 99.45. It was a celebration where leaders of the community and politicians celebrated the achievements of amazing Muslim students in year 12.

Ali Kadir, Adeena Zafar and Hon Blair Boyer the Minister of Education

Ali Kadir and Hon Laura Henderson MLC

Ali Kadir and Hon Reggie Martin MLC

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Ali Kadir and Hon Stephen Patterson MP

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PERTH: 37 STUDENTS

HAA Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards recipients 2023 in Perth

The Perth HAA Team along with the volunteers On Sunday, 26 February, the year 12 High Achievers Awards event had taken place at Duxton Hotel in Perth with 37 Muslim High achievers celebrating their achievement of scoring an ATAR of 90+.

Ms Huda Zaidi from Perth Modern School the highest achiever with an ATAR of 99.85%, gave an inspiring speech during the event about her journey, the challenges that Muslim students go through and their important role within

the Australian community.

She also addressed the importance of such events and how valuable they are to embracing the Muslim students MC Amira Suraya Nunn welcomed guests, officials, community leaders as well as School Principles and sponsors.

Senator Fatima Payman gave a great engaging speech that was positively received by the attendees.

She shared her journey, gave the students a list of advice

Hon Mayor of Gosnells Terresa Lynes presenting the awards to the students based on experience and highlighted the important role of representing the Muslim community and giving back to Australia.

The night was also attended by the Hon Mayor of Gosnells Terresa Lynes; Councillor Sara Saberi, City of Canning, Beeloo Ward; Inspector Tara Wood, the Team Leader of the WA Community Liaison team from AFP and A/F Paul Stewart, DC (Ret), Lt. Col. (Ret) Ibrahim Latheef the strategic advisor of the WA Police; Rana Al-Baghdadi,

Senator Fatima Payman handing out the awards to the students

Al-Ameen College Principal; Mohammed Nazar A. Khan, Principal of Kewdale Campus, Mrs Manal Jneid who represented the AFIC’s Women’s Wing in Australia; Dr Nasser al-Ziyadat from Nun Tutoring Centre; Mr Zubair Sayed, President of the Islamic Council of Western Australia; Balli Singh member of the Ministerial Multicultural Advisory Council of Western Australia and other community leaders.

Mr Abdullah Khan-

Executive Principal and CEO of Australian Islamic College made a speech that resonated well with the audience and shed light on the efforts that parents and schools invest in future leaders and how Islamic Schools managed to gain a prestigious place amongst the top school in WA.

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Muslim students awarded for their outstanding achievements

HUMAN APPEAL AUSTRALIA HOSTED ITS 16TH ANNUAL YEAR 12 MUSLIM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS IN MARCH IN ALL MAJOR CITIES OF AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE: 97 STUDENTS

HAA Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards recipients 2023 in Melbourne

Rabih Baytie Human Appeal Australia’s Victorian Branch Manager

Keynote speaker Dr Mohammed Awad

Vivienne Nguyen Chairperson of Victorian Multicultural Commission

On Saturday the 4th of March 2023, the 16th Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards for the state of Victoria was organised in Melbourne at Laila Reception Centre in Brunswick and was attended by students, members of the community, politicians, school principals and family members. The event acknowledged 97 students, awarded certificates of recognition and gifted them with iPads. The highest achiever was Alishba Saeed with an ATAR of 99.95.

The ceremony was opened

with the amazing recitation of the Quran by Sheikh Abdulla Hawari Imam of the Virgin Mary Mosque.

Human Appeal Australia’s Victorian Branch Manager Rabih Baytie welcomed guests followed by various speeches delivered by Dr Samantha Ratnam, MLC for Northern Metropolitan and the Leader of the Victorian Greens; Vivienne Nguyen, Chairperson of Victorian Multicultural Commission and Dr Mohammed Awad.

‘I hope students will continue to keep in their faith, language, culture, traditions and share those

around and lift this state and nation another notch up on all fronts.’- said Vivienne Nguyen Award recipients Maryam Al-Gburi and David Apak both delivered eloquent speeches about achievements and the importance of continuing education life-long.

In attendance were Prof Aladin Zayegh, MCCA; Prof Akhtar Kalam, Chairman of MCCA; Dr Mohammad Mohideen ICV Vice President and a commissioner at VMC and Sheikh Mohamed Nawas, the secretary of the Board of Student Speaker David Apak Imams.

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Prof Akhtar Kalam, Chairman of MCCA

Dr. Samantha Ratnam MLC and the Leader of the Victorian Greens

Student Speaker Maryam Al-Gbury

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BRISBANE: 38 STUDENTS

HAA Year 12 High Achiement Awards recipients 2023 Brisbane In Brisbane the event was held on Friday the 3rd of March, honouring 38 students and was attended by students along with their parents, members of the community, politicians and school principals.

The event was MC’d by Masrur Alam & Nishat Siddique with a heartwarming welcome from Bashar

Al-Jamal, Director of Human Appeal Australia.

Several videos were shown including Video Message by The Hon. Cameron Dick MP State Treasurer of QLD, Minister for Trade & Investment.

A very moving speech from Janeth Deen OAM who received the Order of Australia in June 2018 for outstanding work in the Multicultural community, as she spoke about

the history of Australia and the progress that has been made to improve human relations and the contributions of the multicultural communities in Australia.

The audience also addressed speeches from Imam Akram Buksh, Branch Manager of Human Appeal Australia in Queensland, Br Farouk Adam - President of Muslim Business Council; Dr Abid Majid, Secretary of

IMAQ; Mr James Martin MP Member for Stretton; Clr Jon Raven; Logan City Council; Br Fattihan Aslantas’ Umrah Tour Participant; Sheikh Alaa Elsayed, guest speaker from Canada; Saosan Hoque, a student with ATAR 99.99 and Mashrafee Mamun, a student with ATAR 99.90

Human Appeal Australia would like to congratulate all the Year 12 students of 2022 for their success and wish them all the best in the future. Well done and congratulations to all the high achievers for their incredible efforts.

This event would not have been possible without our generous sponsors, who have always believed in HAA’s mission and vision, by giving their utmost support to the annual Year 12 Muslim Achievement Awards.

Human Appeal Australia: Always with you on the road to goodness…

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‫الحكمة من الصوم‪..‬‬

‫رؤيــة إسالميــة‬ ‫بقلم ‪ :‬د‪ .‬إبراهيم نويري‬ ‫كاتب وباحث أكاديمي ‪ -‬الجزائر‬ ‫كما أن الوصول إلى‬ ‫بعض الحكم واألسرار‬ ‫العقلية في سائر العبادات‬ ‫اإلسالمية قد يسهم في خدمة الدعوة‬ ‫اإلسالمية‪ ،‬وتوسيع دائرة االمتداد‬ ‫الجغرافي واإلنساني لهذا الدين‪.‬‬ ‫ذلك أن العقل البشري تستهويه ُ‬ ‫مثل‬ ‫هذه النتائج الحسية مما يرتبط بصحة‬ ‫اإلنسان‪ ،‬أو بما استعصى عالجه من‬ ‫العلل‪ ،‬أو بما يلتمس منه مأموال واقعيا‬ ‫في إصالح سلوك فردي أو اجتماعي‬ ‫أو ما شابه ذلك وهو كثير‪.‬‬ ‫وبالنسبة للصوم فقد تحدث علماء‬ ‫كثيرون مسلمون وغير مسلمين عن‬ ‫فوائده‪ ،‬وما يمكن أن يجنيه اإلنسان‬ ‫منه من مكاسب ‪..‬‬ ‫يقول األستاذ المرحوم فريد‬ ‫وجدي‪« :‬كان الناس إلى زمان‬ ‫قريب يحسبون أن الصيام من‬ ‫الشئون الخاصة باألديان‪ ،‬ولكن لم‬ ‫يكد ينتشر تاريخ الطب بين الناس‪،‬‬ ‫حتى علموا أن الصيام قد اعتُبر‬ ‫في كثير من األمراض من مقومات‬ ‫الصحة الجسمانية‪ ،‬كما علموا من‬ ‫عهد أبقراط أنه عامل قوي من‬ ‫العوامل المنق ّية للجسم من سموم‬ ‫األغذية‪ ،‬فإن األغذية التي نتناولها‬ ‫بشراهة تحتوي على مواد دهنية‪،‬‬

‫وتنوعت الرؤى المتعلقة بالحكمة من العبادات والشعائر اإلسالمية‪ ،‬وفي دائرة الفكر اإلسالمي‬ ‫تباينت ّ‬ ‫والثقافة اإلسالمية نجد أنّ علماء اإلسالم وفقهاءه قد انقسموا إلى فريقين‪ ،‬فريق يقول بعدم إمكان‬ ‫إدراك عقولنا المحدودة ِ‬ ‫األولى في‬ ‫للحكم واألسرار التي أودعها الله سبحانه في العبادات‪ ،‬ومن ثم فإن ْ‬ ‫هذا األمر ‪ -‬حسب هذا الرأي ‪ -‬إنما هو الخضوع لمراد الله‪ ،‬وتنفيذ أوامره‪ ،‬والوقوف عند حدوده دون‬ ‫إرهاق للعقل ودفعه للوقوف على تلك األسرار ‪ ..‬وفريق آخر ال يرى حرجا في البحث العقلي عن أسرار‬ ‫العبادات والحكمة منها‪ ،‬ولعل التوسط بين الرأيين هو الصواب‪ ،‬إذ إن معرفة الحكمة في كل شعيرة أو‬ ‫عبادة ال يمكن أن يفسد أو يؤثر على جوهر العبادة‪ ،‬فنحن نتعبد الله تعالى عن طريق الدليل الذي‬ ‫يتضمنه األمر التكليفي اإللهي‪ ،‬وليس عن طريق الوقوف على إدراك الحكمة أو السر في كل عبادة من‬ ‫العبادات أو منسك من المناسك‪.‬‬ ‫ومواد رباعية العناصر‪ ،‬ال تطيق البنية‬ ‫البشرية أن تختزن مقدار ًا يزيد على‬ ‫الحاجة منها‪ ،‬وإطالق الحرية لإلنسان‬ ‫يجعله يتناول كل ما يقع تحت يده‪،‬‬ ‫وكثيرا ما يصاب بسبب هذه الحرية‬ ‫بآفات مرضية‪ ،‬تكون وباال عليه»‪.‬‬ ‫والصوم ذو تأثير بالغ في تخفيف‬ ‫األعراض التي تنتاب األعضاء‬ ‫الظاهرة والباطنة‪ ،‬وتحويل محمود‬ ‫في حالة المريض يقوده إلى التخلص‬ ‫من اآلالم واالنحرافات‪ ،‬وحصة الروح‬ ‫من هذا التحويل ال تقل قيمة عن‬ ‫حصة الجسم‪ ،‬وقد استفاد الطب‬ ‫من ناحية الصوم‪ ،‬ما لم يستفده من‬ ‫ناحية العالج بالعقاقير‪ ،‬ولكن أكثر‬ ‫المسلمين ال يأبهون كثيرا بالمستقبل‪،‬‬ ‫وال يحسبون حسابا للشيخوخة‪.‬‬ ‫والذي يبدو لنا في هذا الخصوص‬ ‫أن للصوم ‪ -‬في اإلسالم ‪ِ -‬حكم ًا‬ ‫أخرى أكثر أهمية حتى فيما يتعلق‬ ‫بالجانب الطبي والصحي‪ ،‬فالصوم‬ ‫يهذب النفس البشرية ويلطف‬ ‫المشاعر ويسمو بالروح‪ ،‬وهذا بدوره‬ ‫أمر بالغ األهمية من حيث انعكاساته‬ ‫على السلوك فتقوى وشائج القربى‬ ‫بين أفراد المجتمع اإلسالمي‪ ،‬ويتذكر‬ ‫الغني الذي فتح الله عليه من فضله‪،‬‬

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‫أحوال وأوضاع إخوته الفقراء ممن‬ ‫يعيشون الفاقة و العوز‪ ،‬ويتطلعون‬ ‫إلى مساعدته وإسهاماته‪ ،‬وهكذا‬ ‫تتكامل الجهود وتقوى روح التكافل‬ ‫االجتماعي‪ ،‬وتتحقق الخيرية والمودة‬ ‫بصفتها قيمة أصيلة من قيم هذا‬ ‫الدين العظيم‪.‬‬ ‫وهكذا‪ ،‬فإلى جانب الفائدة التي‬ ‫يجنيها جسم اإلنسان بالصوم مما‬ ‫يكون له األثر الطيب والنتائج الحسنة‬ ‫على صحة اإلنسان وعافيته‪ ،‬فإن‬ ‫الصوم يحقق أيضا أعظم اآلثار‬ ‫نفعا على مستوى الروح واإليمان‪،‬‬ ‫ألن الصائم يكون مشدودا ومتعلقا‬ ‫أكثر بخالقه ورازقه‪ ،‬ومن ثم يكون‬ ‫مدفوعا بتلقائية يسندها اإليمان‪ ،‬إلى‬ ‫فعل الخير‪ ،‬والمساهمة الواعية في‬ ‫سد الثغرات االجتماعية‪ ،‬عن طريق‬ ‫مراعاة أحوال اآلخرين‪ ،‬ومد يد العون‬ ‫والمساعدة للمحتاجين والفقراء من‬ ‫ذوي العوز واالحتياج و الحرمان‪.‬‬ ‫كما أن الصوم يكون فرصة ثمينة‬ ‫لدى كثيرين يراقبون فيها أنفسهم‪،‬‬ ‫فيع ّدلون من بعض سلوكياتهم أو‬ ‫معامالتهم‪ ،‬وهو مكسب ثمين قد ال‬ ‫يتحقق في غير رمضان‪.‬‬

‫إن الصوم نعمة وهداية ومنّة إلهية‬ ‫إلى بني البشر‪ ،‬وهو وإن يكن قد‬ ‫أفاد اإلنسانية في مختلف مراحل‬ ‫تاريخها‪ ،‬إال أن تلك الفائدة لم تبلغ‬ ‫العظمة والكمال إال بتشريع فريضة‬ ‫الصوم في اإلسالم ‪ .‬ومما ال شكّ فيه‬ ‫ين َآمنُوا‬ ‫أن قوله جلّ ّ‬ ‫وعز‪َ ( :‬ي َاأ ُّي َها ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫الص َي ُام َك َما ُك ِت َب َع َلى‬ ‫ُك ِت َب َع َل ْي ُك ُم ِّ‬ ‫ُون) ــ‬ ‫ين ِم ْن َق ْب ِل ُك ْم َل َع َّل ُك ْم َت َّتق َ‬ ‫ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫البقرة‪ 183:‬ــ ينطوي على قراءات‬ ‫وأفهام وآراء مفتوحة على العقول‬ ‫وعلى العلم ومرئياته وفتوحاته‬ ‫الحاضرة والمستقبلية‪ ،‬وإلى أن يرث‬ ‫الله األرض ومن عليها‪ ،‬وهو سبحانه‬ ‫خير الوارثين‪.‬‬ ‫تقبل الله صيامكم وقيامكم‬ ‫وطاعتكم في هذا الشهر الفضيل‬ ‫المبارك ‪.‬‬ ‫ولي التوفيق‬ ‫والله ّ‬

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FAMILY

Gift of Kindness

TOP 3 MYTHS ABOUT

STRESS

By Jamilah Samian

www.coolmumsuperdad.com

In my previous offering, I had written about stress. Let me explore this topic a bit more, this time focusing on the myths related to stress. The first time I saw what stress looked like, I was a fresh graduate, barely 23, working in a multinational organisation. I was walking down a corridor with Annie, a colleague of mine, when out of the blue, the department head appeared.

“Annie!” He bellowed in a voice that I was certain could be heard by the entire department. “When are you going to finish that project of yours?”

Annie – slim, diminutive – instantly froze and so did I. I wished I wasn’t there to witness her embarrassment.

We all work for different reasons.

Some of us work to prove ourselves, to feed the family and to pay the bills. And for many of us, we work hoping that it will bring meaning to our lives. We want to contribute towards humanity. Yet, work might bring with it some unexpected consequences such as prolonged high stress, a source of misery.

Why talk about stress?

We are talking specifically about prolonged, chronic stress. Raise

your hand if, despite hours of sleep, you still feel exhausted and not looking forward to go to work. You feel trapped, lethargic and wish you could do anything else but work.

Not acknowledging that you’re highly stressed, not knowing how to deal with it can cause you to vent your frustrations and anxieties on your loved ones – children, spouse, family. They do not deserve to be abused just because you’re stressed at work.

More and more people are experiencing prolonged, chronic stress related to work, especially in the present work arrangements. We are expected to be available 24/7 – if you can prove that you’re fast and quick all the time, you can meet all the deadlines, you’re the company’s hero.

MYTH1: It’s normal and natural to be highly stressed at work.

Movies show heroes under extreme stress for long periods of time, only to come up victorious at the end.

To some people, it’s heroic to be stressed; the more important the job, the more stressful you are, the better you’ll perform at work. If you’re not busy enough, not stressed enough, you’re not working hard

enough.

Prolonged chronic stress level has nothing to do with productivity. In fact, the more stressed you are, the less productive you become; you’re bound to make poor decisions. And in case you haven’t heard, the stress hormone cortisol which your body produces when you’re highly stressed can disrupt how your body works.

Highly persistent levels of cortisol makes you vulnerable to depression, anxiety, migraines and, in the long run, high blood pressure and stroke.

MYTH2: No symptoms, no stress.

There are two kinds of symptoms of prolonged chronic stress : internal and external. Internal – palpitations, sweaty palms. It’s what you feel, but not seen by others. But a person might NOT be showing any external symptoms although internally, he or she is reaching breaking point.

To illustrate: Some months ago, my husband and I were requested to present a seminar on Parental Burnout. What prompted the event was the death of an employee; she had taken her own life. The thing is, nobody knew she was depressed and stressed. She was a bubbly personality and did not show any signs of burnout.

MYTH3: Alcohol helps to relieve stress.

If you think you could be a drunkard night after night, yet perform the next day, you’re mistaken because research tells us otherwise. All that alcohol does is to numb you from the present situation; you’re not able to self-regulate to respond in a more effective way. When you become sober, you still must confront the situation. Back to square one. In fact, it is no secret in the research world that this is one of the reasons people end up being alcoholic: turning to the bottle in times of stress. One glass is followed by another. And another.

As you can see, myths are dangerous untruths that may push us to make the wrong decisions. Which myth(s) above have you been clinging to that have led you to unwise, ineffective choices in life?

Jamilah Samian is the author of Cool Mum Super Dad, Cool Boys Super Sons, The Kindness Miracle, Parenting Generation Y & Z, Leadership in Parenting, and 77 Power Parent Tips.

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‫رضمان‪ :‬بُعدٌ إمياينّ وآرخُ اجامتيع‬ ‫بقلم سمير فالح‬ ‫األمين العام لمجلس مسلمي أوروبا‬

‫الحمد لله رب العالمين والصالة والسالم على المبعوث رحمة للعالمين‬

‫من فضل الله علينا ورحمته بنا أن بلغنا رمضان لهذا العام وفتح لنا بذلك بابا للخير واألجر والثواب فيا‬ ‫باغي الخير أقبل‪.‬‬ ‫حري بنا أن‬ ‫صفحة‬ ‫جديدة‪...‬‬ ‫بصفحة‬ ‫رمضان‬ ‫شهر‬ ‫لندخل‬ ‫شعبان‬ ‫شهر‬ ‫في‬ ‫العباد‬ ‫أعمال‬ ‫لقد رفع الله‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫نحرص أن تكون ناصعة نظيفة في عالقتنا مع الخالق ّ‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫ليتفضل على‬ ‫جل وعال‪ .‬وإن الله سبحانه وتعالى‬ ‫عباده في أيامهم بنفحات‪ ،‬قال صلى الله عليه وسلم‪“ :‬إن لربكم سبحانه وتعالى في أيام دهركم نفحات‪،‬‬ ‫فتعرضوا لها؛ لعل أحدكم أن تصيبه منها نفحة ال يشقى بعدها أبدً ا”‪ ،‬فتكون أيام رمضان بنفحاتها داف ًعا‬ ‫للعباد طوال العام‪ ،‬توفر لهم زاد الطريق‪.‬‬

‫البعد اإليماني‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫في الصوم‪:‬‬ ‫الصوم عبادة ب ّين لنا ربنا جلّ‬ ‫وعــا الحكمة منها والمقصد‬ ‫من ورائها‪ ،‬فقال تعالى‪َ “:‬يا َأ ُّي َها‬ ‫الص َي ُام‬ ‫ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫ين َآمنُوا ُك ِت َب َع َل ْي ُك ُم ِّ‬ ‫ين ِمن َق ْب ِل ُك ْم‬ ‫َك َما ُك ِت َب َع َلى ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫ُون” –البقرة‪،183:‬‬ ‫َل َع َّل ُك ْم َت َّتق َ‬ ‫وهكذا تبرز الغاية الكبيرة من‬ ‫الصوم‪ ..‬إنها التقوى‪ ..‬فالتقوى‬ ‫هي التي تستيقظ في القلوب‪،‬‬ ‫وهي تؤدي هذه الفريضة؛ طاعة‬ ‫لله‪ ،‬وإيثا ًرا لرضاه‪..‬‬ ‫والــتــقــوى هــي الــتــي تحرس‬ ‫هذه القلوب من إفساد الصوم‬ ‫بالمعصية‪ ،‬ولو تلك التي تخطر‬ ‫في البال وتُح ّدث بها النفس‪.‬‬ ‫والتقوى من أعمال القلوب‬ ‫تظهر آثــارهــا على الــجــوارح؛‬ ‫فإذا كان القلب ممتلئًا باإليمان‬ ‫كفّت الجوارح وانتهت عن فعل‬ ‫المعاصي‪ ،‬وحتى إن وقع شيء‬ ‫مــن ذلــك تدفع التقوى إلى‬ ‫الذكرى التي تُنبه االنسان وتعيد‬ ‫“إن‬ ‫له بصيرته وتُع ّدل بوصلته‪َّ :‬‬ ‫ين ا َّت َق ْوا إذَا َم َّس ُه ْم َطا ِئ ٌف‬ ‫ال َِّذ َ‬ ‫ِّم َن الشَّ ْي َطانِ َتذَ َّك ُروا فَإذَا ُهم‬ ‫ون” – األعراف‪ ،201 :‬وإذا‬ ‫ُّم ْب ِص ُر َ‬ ‫كان القلب اله ًيا عبثت الجوارح‬ ‫وكثر ورودهــا على المعاصي‬ ‫واآلثــام‪ ،‬ولذلك قال صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم‪“َ :‬أ َاَل َوإ َِّن ِفي ال َْج َس ِد‬ ‫ُم ْض َغ ًة ِإذَا َص َل َح ْت َص َل َح ال َْج َس ُد‬ ‫ُك ُّل ُه‪َ ،‬و ِإذَا ف َ​َس َد ْت ف َ​َس َد ال َْج َس ُد‬

‫ُك ُّل ُه‪َ ...‬أ َال َو ِه َي ا ْل َقل ُْب”‪ .‬وقد ش ّبه‬ ‫أبو هريرة القلب بالملك المت ُبوع‬ ‫فقال‪“ :‬القلب ملك وله جنود‪،‬‬ ‫فإذا صلح الملك صلحت جنوده‪،‬‬ ‫وإذا فسد الملك فسدت جنوده”‪.‬‬ ‫واعتبر ابــن الــجــوزي رحمه‬ ‫الله أن القلب كالحصن‪ ،‬وعلى‬ ‫ساكني هذا الحصن أال يغفلوا‬ ‫لحظة عن تحركات أعدائهم‪،‬‬ ‫والجن‪،‬‬ ‫وهي شياطين اإلنــس‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫وإال سقط الحصن وانفتحت‬ ‫أبوابه للمعاصي واآلثام‪.‬‬ ‫وعـــدو اإلنــســان األول هو‬ ‫الشيطان الــذي لم ييأس من‬ ‫غواية بني آدم منذ أبيهم األول‬ ‫حتى قيام الساعة‪ ،‬وقد هيأ الله‬ ‫لنا في رمضان من األسباب‬ ‫المعينة على الطاعة ما يجعلنا‬ ‫قادرين على مواجهة الشياطين‬ ‫ليتفضل‬ ‫طوال العام‪ ،‬بل إن ربنا‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫علينا بأنه ُيق ّيد الشياطين ل ُيعلمنا‬ ‫أن الشياطين أضعف م ّما نتصور‪،‬‬ ‫وأنهم ما ُسلطوا علينا إال عندما‬ ‫تركنا لهم أنفسنا فريسة لهم‪،‬‬ ‫َال‪ :‬ق َ‬ ‫ف َع ْن َأبِي ُه َر ْي َر َة ق َ‬ ‫َال َر ُسولُ‬ ‫ال َّل ِه صلى الله عليه وسلم‪ِ “ :‬إذَا‬ ‫ان‬ ‫ان َأ َّولُ َل ْي َل ٍة ِم ْن شَ ْهرِ َر َم َض َ‬ ‫َك َ‬ ‫ُصف َِّد ِت الشَّ َي ِ‬ ‫ين َو َم َر َد ُة الْجِ ِّن‪،‬‬ ‫اط ُ‬ ‫اب النَّا ِر َف َل ْم ُي ْفت َْح‬ ‫َوغُ ِّلق َْت َأ ْبـ َو ُ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫اب ال َْج َّن ِة‬ ‫ِم ْن َها َب ٌ‬ ‫اب‪َ ،‬و ُفت َِّح ْت أ ْب َو ُ‬ ‫ـاب‪َ ،‬و ُينَا ِدى‬ ‫َف َل ْم ُي ْغ َل ْق ِم ْن َها َبـ ٌ‬ ‫ُمنَا ٍد‪َ :‬يا َب ِاغ َي الْخَ ْيرِ َأ ْقبِلْ ‪َ ،‬و َيا‬ ‫َب ِاغ َي الشَّ ِّر َأق ِْص ْر‪َ ،‬و ِل َّل ِه ُع َتقَا ُء‬ ‫ِم َن النَّارِ‪َ ،‬و َذ ِل َك ُك َّل َل ْي َل ٍة”‪.‬‬ ‫وبصالح الباطن ينصلح الظاهر‪،‬‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫وبصالح عمل القلوب ينصلح‬ ‫عمل الجوارح؛ لذلك كان الصوم‬ ‫إلعــادة الــتــوازن بين الظاهر‬ ‫والباطن‪ ،‬فهو عبادة باطنية‪،‬‬ ‫وس ٌّر بينك وبين ربك‪ ،‬قد ال يطّ لع‬ ‫عليه أقرب الناس إليك؛ لذلك‬ ‫كان الجزاء عليه غير مق ّدر‪ ،‬ق َ‬ ‫َال‬ ‫َر ُسولُ ال َّل ِه صلى الله عليه وسلم‪:‬‬ ‫“ق َ‬ ‫َال ال َّل ُه‪ُ :‬ك ُّل َع َملِ ا ْبنِ آ َد َم َل ُه إ َِّاَّل‬ ‫الص َي َام‪َ ،‬ف ِإ َّن ُه ِلي‪َ ،‬و َأنَا َأ ْجزِي ِب ِه”‪.‬‬ ‫ِّ‬ ‫فالصوم معاملة بين العبد‬ ‫والـــرب‪ ،‬يتجلى فيها إخالص‬ ‫العبادة لله‪ ،‬حيث ال رياء‪ .‬وما‬ ‫ُيضيع األعمال إال أن يتوجه بها‬ ‫العبد إلى الناس قبل رب الناس‪،‬‬ ‫وإنما خص الله الصوم بأنه له‬ ‫ وإن كانت العبادات كلها له‬‫‪ ،‬ألمرين‪ :‬أحدهما‪ :‬أن الصوم‬‫يمنع من شهوات النفس ما ال‬ ‫يمنع منه سائر العبادات‪ .‬واآلخر‪:‬‬ ‫أن الصوم سر بين العبد وربه ال‬ ‫مختصا‬ ‫يظهر إال له‪ ،‬فلذلك صار‬ ‫ًّ‬ ‫به‪.‬‬ ‫قد نستثقل الصيام أحيانا أو‬ ‫نستطيله‪ ...‬وهذا ما ال يتفق مع‬ ‫وصــف النبي صلى الله عليه‬ ‫ان إِي َمانًا‬ ‫“م ْن َص َام َر َم َض َ‬ ‫وسلم‪َ :‬‬ ‫َو ْاح ِت َسا ًبا غُ ِف َر َل ُه َما َت َق َّد َم ِم ْن‬ ‫َذ ْن ِب ِه”‪ ،‬احتسا ًبا‪ ،‬أي‪ :‬عزيمة‪ ،‬وهو‬ ‫أن يصومه على معنى الرغبة في‬ ‫ثوابه‪ ،‬طيبة نفسه بذلك‪ ،‬غير‬ ‫ُمستثقل لصيامه‪ ،‬وال ُمستطيل‬ ‫أليامه‪ .‬بالصوم يوازن المسلم‬ ‫إذن بين متطلبات الجسد من‬ ‫طعام وشراب وشهوة‪ ،‬ومتطلبات‬

‫الــروح من قــرب إلــى الخالق‬ ‫بالطاعة والتسليم‪.‬‬ ‫وإذا لم يثمر الصيام ثمرته‬ ‫الحقيقية بمجانبة الفواحش‬ ‫واآلثــام والمعاصي‪ ،‬فما قيمة‬ ‫هذا الصيام؟ ما قيمة أن تمتنع‬ ‫عما أحل الله لك وتواقع ما حرم‬ ‫ً‬ ‫أصــا؟ لذلك قال‬ ‫الله عليك‬ ‫َر ُسولُ ال َّل ِه صلى الله عليه وسلم‪:‬‬ ‫“م ْن َل ْم َي َد ْع َق ْو َل الزُّو ِر َوا ْل َع َم َل‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ِب ِه َف َل ْي َس ِل َّل ِه َح َاج ٌة ِفي َأ ْن َي َد َع‬ ‫َط َع َام ُه َوشَ َرا َب ُه”‪.‬‬ ‫هــذه مق ّدمات ونتائج اآلثــار‬ ‫اإليمانية للصيام‪ ،‬علينا أن‬ ‫نختبر تحقّقها في أنفسنا في‬ ‫هذا الشهر الفضيل‪ ،‬وهي أولى‬ ‫بالنظر من كل الجوانب األخرى‪.‬‬

‫البعد االجتماعي في‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫الصوم‪:‬‬ ‫الصوم ُيحدث حركية عجيبة في‬ ‫حياتنا‪ ،‬و”يفرض” علينا أنساقا‬ ‫تختلف على سائر األيام‪ ،‬وذلك‬ ‫لعمري أث ٌر هام لهذه العبادة‬ ‫يزيد في ترسيخها وتأكيدها‪،‬‬ ‫وهي أيضا من مقاصده التي‬ ‫يجب أن نحرص عليها دون‬ ‫إســراف أو خروج عن ضوابط‬ ‫الشرع‪.‬‬ ‫في البالد اإلسالمية تكون هذه‬ ‫المظاهر واآلثار واضحة جل ّية‪،‬‬ ‫وهــي ليست بالضرورة كذلك‬ ‫في البالد حيث المسلمون أقلية‪.‬‬ ‫وعلى األقليات المسلمة أن‬

‫تبتكر من الوسائل واألساليب‬ ‫مــا تــتــدارك بــه هــذا النقص‪.‬‬ ‫والــســبــب وراء ذلــك هــو أن‬ ‫األجيال الجديدة بحاجة إلى‬ ‫هذه الرمزية لشعائرها الدينية ‪-‬‬ ‫والصوم من أهمها – ليزيد ذلك‬ ‫من التزامها بدينها واعتزازها‬ ‫باالنتماء إليه‪.‬‬ ‫من المهم أن نحرص في داخل‬ ‫العائلة وفــي إطــار مساجدنا‬ ‫وجمعياتنا على تحقيق األبعاد‬ ‫االجتماعية للصوم‪ ،‬فنزيد بذلك‬ ‫من ارتباط المسلمين‪ ،‬وخاصة‬ ‫األجــيــال الــجــديــدة‪ ،‬بدينهم‬ ‫وتعريف المجتمع من حولنا بهذه‬ ‫العبادة‪.‬‬ ‫فلتحرص العائلة على تزيين‬ ‫البيوت في رمضان‪ ،‬وأن تتناول‬ ‫اإلفــطــار على مــائــدة واحــدة‬ ‫تبدؤها بالصالة والدعاء‪ ،‬وأن‬ ‫ال تترك سنة السحور‪ .‬وليحرص‬ ‫الوالدان على استصحاب األبناء‬ ‫إلى المساجد لصالة التراويح‬ ‫واالفطارات الجماعية وغيرها‬ ‫من أنشطة رمضان‪ .‬ولتحرص‬ ‫العائالت على تبادل الدعوات‬ ‫واالستضافة وإفطار الصائم‪.‬‬ ‫ولتحرص المساجد على االحتفاء‬ ‫بهذا الشهر وتخصيصه ببرامج‬ ‫تزيد من حضوره وبهجته لدى‬ ‫روادها‪ ،‬وتش ّع به على جيرانها‪.‬‬ ‫ربنا تقبل منا إنك أنت السميع‬ ‫العليم وتب علينا إنك أنت التواب‬ ‫الرحيم‪ .‬وآخر دعوانا أن الحمد‬ ‫لله رب العالمين‪.‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

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‫تهنئة رمضانية بنكهة الفواكه من‬ ‫اعمال الفنانة جومان الشيخ‬ ‫الخبيرة في فن تزيين ونحت الفواكه‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫‪RAMADANIYAT‬‬

‫تهنئة رمضانية‬ ‫بنكهة الفواكه‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪71‬‬ ‫الوسط االسترالي‬

‫الملتقى الثقافي اإلرتري األسترالي‪،‬‬

‫يكرم موقع (عونا) في يوبيله الفضي‬ ‫أحمد شريف ‪ -‬ملبورن‬ ‫نــظــم الــمــلــتــقــى‬ ‫الثقافي اإلرتــري‬ ‫األســتــرالــي‪ ،‬يــوم‬ ‫السبت الـ ‪ 18‬من مارس ‪،2023‬‬ ‫بمدينة ملبورن‪ ،‬حفل تكريم‬ ‫موقع (عونا) ممثال في اإلعالمي‬ ‫األستاذ‪ /‬عبد الوهاب جمع حاج‪،‬‬ ‫بمرور ربع قرن على تأسيسه‪.‬‬ ‫وقد جاء في كلمة رئيس الملتقى‬ ‫الثقافي اإلرتـــري األسترالي‬ ‫اإلعـــامـــي الــشــاعــر‪ /‬أحمد‬ ‫شريف ما يلي‪ :‬إن هذا التكريم‬ ‫المستحق‪ ،‬يرتكز على قيم‬ ‫ديننا الحنيف‪ ،‬وقيمنا األخالقية‬ ‫الثقافية الوطنية واإلنسانية‪،‬‬ ‫وكما قال الشاعر العربية‪ :‬ال خيل‬ ‫عندك تهديها وال مال – فليسعد‬ ‫النطق إن لم تسعد الحال‪ .‬إن‬ ‫هذا التكريم المتواضع‪ ،‬قليل جدا‬ ‫بحق زميل صبر وثابر وتحمل ما‬ ‫لم تتحمله الجبال من المكايدات‬ ‫والمعاكاسات‬ ‫والمماحكات‬ ‫واالحباطات بل حتى االتهامات‬ ‫من القريب والبعيد‪ ،‬وألنه كان‬ ‫وال يزال مؤمنا برسالته اإلعالمية‬ ‫والوطنية واإلنسانية‪ ،‬لم يلتفت‬ ‫إلــى الخلف‪ ،‬وظــل مستمسكا‬ ‫بعرى مبادئه التي آمــن بها‪،‬‬ ‫وهي معالجة الرؤية الوطنية‬ ‫إعالميا‪ ،‬طبعا مع غيره من النفر‬ ‫العزيز‪ .‬إال أن ما يميزه عن‬ ‫أولئك األخيار‪ ،‬ومع تصرم األيام‬ ‫وتصرفها‪ ،‬ال يزال ممسكا بزمام‬ ‫المبادرة والسير على نهجها مع‬ ‫كل التعثرات هنا وهناك‪.‬‬ ‫موقع (عــونــا) عبر مسيرته‬ ‫العطرة لربع قرن من الزمان‪،‬‬ ‫يوجب علينا أن نقف في مسيرته‬ ‫أكثر من اتجاه وأبعد من حلف‬ ‫تكريم متواضع كهذا‪.‬‬ ‫إذ ليس أمــرا سهال أن تكون‬

‫قضية من قضايا عامة‪ ،‬في‬ ‫بؤرة اهتمامك‪ ،‬ليس ليوم واحد‪،‬‬ ‫بل لـأكثر من تسعة ألف يوم!!‬ ‫واألعظم من هذا وذاك‪ ،‬ليس‬ ‫مجرد اهتمام بل في مقدمة‬ ‫أجنداتك اليومية المشحونة‬ ‫بملفات الغربة وتحدياتها‪ ،‬وقلة‬ ‫الناصرين‪ ،‬بل مع كثرة المثبطين‬ ‫والمحبطين‪ ،‬وتربص المعادين‬ ‫وعلى رأسهم نظام بكامل عتاده‬ ‫وصلفه وجبروته‪ .‬نظام يمتلك كل‬ ‫أدوات التأثير والتهديد‪ ،‬وحتى‬ ‫الشراء والبيع والصفقات‪ .‬لكن‬ ‫ظل أبو وليد رغم هذا وذاك‪،‬‬ ‫معتصما بوطنيته ومبادئه‪ ،‬حتى‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫نقلها بقناعة مذهلة‪ ،‬إلى ذويه‬ ‫فردا فردا‪ ،‬حتى أصبحت رسالة‬ ‫عونا‪ ،‬مع مرور الزمن‪ ،‬منهجا‬ ‫وسلوكا‪ ،‬وأن كل ما سينشطون‬ ‫به في موقع عونا‪ ،‬من صميم‬ ‫رسالتهم في الحياة‪ ،‬وهنا تأتي‬ ‫عظمة هذه األسرة العظيمة‪.‬‬ ‫بدوره ألقى نائب رئيس الملتقى‬ ‫الثقافي اإلرتـــري األسترالي‬ ‫األستاذ‪ /‬عامر حقوص‪ ،‬كلمة جاء‬ ‫فيها‪:‬‬ ‫“من هنا بدأت رحلة التضحية‬ ‫والعفاف والزهد والعمل في‬ ‫صمت غير ما ينطق به موقع عونا‬ ‫من حق ونضال وثورة‪ ،‬ومناصرة‬

‫المحتاجين‪ ،‬وإغاثة الملهوفين‪،‬‬ ‫ودعم الطالب والطالبات في‬ ‫معسكرات اللجوء والتشرد‪ ،‬على‬ ‫نطاق دول الجوار‪ ،‬السودان‪،‬‬ ‫أثيوبيا‪ ،‬جيبوتي‪ ،‬واليمن‪.‬‬ ‫الزميل عبد الوهاب أبو وليد‪،‬‬ ‫لم يكن وحده عندما بدأ مهام‬ ‫رسالته الوطنية‪ ،‬ولكن طوال‬ ‫مسيرة الموقع‪ ،‬انصرف من‬ ‫انــصــرف‪ ،‬وانشغل من انشغل‬ ‫بهمومه الخاصة‪ ،‬حيث من‬ ‫كان عازبا أصبح راع ومسؤول‬ ‫عن رعــايــاه‪ ،‬ومــن كــان مقيما‬ ‫في هــذه المدينة‪ ،‬غير محل‬ ‫إقامته‪ ،‬بل ويئس من يئس من‬

‫فكرة المواصلة في مشروع‬ ‫عونا اإلعالمي اإلنساني‪ ،‬إلى‬ ‫أن أوشــك أن يكون أبــو وليد‬ ‫كأبي ذر لوحده‪ ،‬لوال المناصرة‬ ‫المعنوية والفنية مــن بعض‬ ‫الخيريين‪ ،‬المؤمنين بمشروع‬ ‫عونا اإلعالمي الوطني”‪.‬‬ ‫ثم تحدث للحضور سكرتير‬ ‫الملتقى الثقافي اإلرتـــري‬ ‫األسترالي األستاذ‪ /‬أري محمد‬ ‫صالح ربــاط‪ ،‬بكلمة اضافية‬ ‫باللغة اإلنجليزية‪ ،‬أكد فيها‬ ‫ان الزميل أبو وليد‪ ،‬ورغم قلة‬ ‫العون والــمــؤازرة من أولئك‬ ‫وهــؤالء‪ ،‬إال أن ما يتجشمه أبو‬ ‫وليد من مسؤولية االستمرار‬ ‫في رسالته الوطنية هذه‪ ،‬بكل‬ ‫ما تعني المسؤولية من قيم‬ ‫وأخالق وأهداف‪ ،‬نستطيع القول‪،‬‬ ‫إنه ظل وال يزال لوحده‪ ،‬يتحمل‬ ‫عبء هذا العمل العام‪ ،‬بالتالي‬ ‫ماذا يعني أن نقيم هذه الوقفة‬ ‫المتواضعة لتكريمه؟ ال يعني‬ ‫غير أن نقول له شكرا لك أبو‬ ‫وليد‪ ،‬على كل ما قدمت من أجل‬ ‫وطنك وشعبك”‪.‬‬ ‫ثم قدمت الهدايا التي تم‬ ‫جمعها من الخيريين من أفراد‬ ‫الجالية اإلرترية في ملبورن‪.‬‬ ‫وأخــيــرا أعـــرب الــزمــيــل أبو‬ ‫وليد المحتفى به عن سعادته‬ ‫بالتكريم وقدم شكره للملتقى‬ ‫الثقافي اإلرتري األسترالي‪ ،‬وكل‬ ‫الجهات واألفراد الذين شاركوا‬ ‫في الحفل‪.‬‬ ‫قدم األمسية وادارهــا وأشرف‬ ‫عليها اإلعالمي الكبير األستاذ‪/‬‬ ‫محمود أفندي‪.‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪72‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫أحاديث في صيام رمضان‬ ‫• عــن ابـــن عمر‬ ‫رضي الله عنهما‬ ‫عن النبي صلى‬ ‫الله عليه وسلم‬ ‫قال‪« :‬ال تصوموا‬ ‫حتى تروا الهالل‬ ‫وال تفطروا حتى‬ ‫تروه فإن أغمي‬ ‫عليكم فاقدروا‬ ‫لـــــه» (رواه‬ ‫البخاري ومسلم)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن أبــي هريرة قــال‪ :‬قال‬ ‫رســول الله صلى الله عليه‬ ‫وسلم «ال يتقدمن أحدكم‬ ‫رمضان بصوم يوم أو يومين‪،‬‬ ‫إال أن يكون رجل كان يصوم‬ ‫صومه‪ ،‬فليصم ذلك اليوم»‬ ‫(رواه البخاري ومسلم)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن ع َّمار بن ياسر قال‪“ :‬من‬ ‫صام يوم الذي ُيشك فيه‪،‬‬ ‫محمدا‬ ‫فقد عصى أبا القاسم‬ ‫ً‬ ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم” (رواه‬ ‫أصــحــاب السنن أبــو داود‬ ‫والترمذي والنسائي وابن‬

‫ماجه وصححه األلباني)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن أبــي هريرة رضــي الله‬ ‫عنه أن رسول الله صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم قــال‪« :‬إذا جاء‬ ‫رمضان فتحت أبواب الجنة‬ ‫وغلقت أبواب النار وصفدت‬ ‫الشياطين» (رواه مسلم)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه‬ ‫قــال‪ :‬قال رســول الله صلى‬ ‫الله عليه وسلم‪« :‬إذا كان‬ ‫أول ليلة من شهر رمضان‬ ‫صفدت الشياطين‪ ،‬ومردة‬ ‫الجن‪ ،‬وغلقت أبواب النار‪،‬‬ ‫فلم يفتح منها باب‪ ،‬وفتحت‬ ‫أبـــواب الجنة‪ ،‬فلم يغلق‬ ‫منها باب‪ ،‬وينادي مناد‪ :‬يا‬ ‫باغي الخير أقبل‪ ،‬ويا باغي‬ ‫الشر أقصر‪ ،‬ولله عتقاء من‬ ‫النار‪ ،‬وذلك كل ليلة» (رواه‬ ‫الترمذي وصححه األلباني)‪.‬‬ ‫[‪ -]6‬عن أبي هريرة رضي‬ ‫الله عنه قال‪ :‬قال رسول الله‬ ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم‪« :‬أتاكم‬ ‫رمضان شهر مبارك فرض‬

‫الله عز وجل عليكم صيامه‬ ‫تفتح فيه أبواب السماء وتغلق‬ ‫فيه أبــواب الجحيم وتغل‬ ‫فيه مردة الشياطين لله فيه‬ ‫ليلة خير من ألف شهر من‬ ‫حرم خيرها فقد حرم» (رواه‬ ‫النسائي وصححه األلباني)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن أبــي هريرة رضــي الله‬ ‫عنه أن رســـول الــلــه صلى‬ ‫الله عليه وسلم كان يقول‪:‬‬ ‫«الصلوات الخمس والجمعة‬ ‫إلى الجمعة ورمضان إلى‬ ‫رمضان مكفرات ما بينهن‬ ‫إذا اجتنب الكبائر» (رواه‬ ‫البخاري ومسلم)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه‬ ‫أن رسول الله صلى الله عليه‬ ‫وسلم قال‪« :‬من صام رمضان‬ ‫إيمانًا واحتسا ًبا غفر له ما‬ ‫تقدم من ذنبه‪ ،‬ومن قام ليلة‬ ‫القدر إيمانًا واحتسا ًبا غفر‬ ‫له ما تقدم من ذنبه» (رواه‬ ‫البخاري ومسلم)‬

‫• عن أبــي هريرة رضــي الله‬ ‫عنه أن رسول الله صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم قــال‪« :‬مــن قام‬ ‫رمضان إيمانًا واحتسا ًبا غفر‬ ‫له ما تقدم من ذنبه» (رواه‬ ‫البخاري ومسلم)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن عائشة رضي الله عنها‬ ‫أن رسول الله صلى الله عليه‬ ‫وسلم‪“ :‬صلى في المسجد‬ ‫ذات ليلة في رمضان فصلى‬ ‫بصالته نــاس ثم صلى من‬ ‫القابلة فكثر الناس ثم اجتمعوا‬ ‫من الليلة الثالثة أو الرابعة‬ ‫فلم يخرج إليهم رسول الله‬ ‫فلما أصبح قال‪« :‬قد رأيت‬ ‫الــذي صنعتم فلم يمنعني‬ ‫من الخروج إليكم إال أني‬ ‫خشيت أن تفرض عليكم»”‬ ‫(رواه البخاري ومسلم)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه‬ ‫قال‪ :‬قال رسول الله صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم‪« :‬أفضل الصيام‬ ‫بعد شهر رمضان شهر الله‬ ‫المحرم‪ ،‬وأفضل الصالة بعد‬ ‫الفريضة صالة الليل» (رواه‬

‫النسائي وصححه األلباني)‪.‬‬ ‫[‪ -]12‬عن ابن عمر رضي‬ ‫الله عنهما قال‪ :‬قال رسول‬ ‫الله صلى الله عليه وسلم‪:‬‬ ‫«بني اإلســام على خمس‪:‬‬ ‫شهادة أن ال إله إال الله وأن‬ ‫محمدا رســول الله‪ ،‬وإقام‬ ‫ً‬ ‫الصالة‪ ،‬وإيتاء الزكاة‪ ،‬وحج‬ ‫البيت‪ ،‬وصوم رمضان» (رواه‬ ‫البخاري ومسلم)‪.‬‬ ‫• عن أبــي هريرة رضــي الله‬ ‫عنه قــال‪ :‬قــال رســول الله‬ ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم‪« :‬رغم‬ ‫أنف رجل ذكرت عنده فلم‬ ‫يصل علي‪ ،‬ورغم أنف رجل‬ ‫دخل عليه رمضان ثم انسلخ‬ ‫قبل أن ُيغفر له‪ ،‬ورغم أنف‬ ‫رجل أدرك عنده أبواه الكبر‬ ‫فلم يدخاله الجنة» (رواه‬ ‫الترمذي وصححه األلباني)‪.‬‬

‫المصدر‪ :‬طريق االسالم‬

‫فيصل شحادة‬

‫سكرتير جمعية الصديق االسالمية‬

‫جمعية الصديق اإلسالمية‬ ‫‪El Sedeaq Islamic Society‬‬ ‫‪Heidelberg Elsedeaq Mosque‬‬

‫تتقدم جمعية الصديق االسالمية من املسلمني بأسمى آيات‬ ‫التهنئة والتربيك مبناسبة حلول شهر رمضان املبارك‪ ،‬وتغتنم‬ ‫هذه الفرصة لتدعوكم للمشاركة يف صالة الرتاويح يف مسجد‬ ‫الصديق والتي ستبدأ يوميا الساعة التاسعة والنصف مساء عىل‬ ‫التوقيت الصيفي‪ ،‬والثامنة والنصف مساء مع بداية التوقيت‬ ‫الشتوي‪ ،‬حيث سيتخللها بعض الدروس‪ ،‬وسيكون معنا طيلة‬ ‫شهر رمضان املبارك فضيلة الشيخ سيد احمد عبد الواحد مبعوث‬ ‫األوقاف املرصية اضافة اىل الشيخ عالء الزقم إمام وخطيب‬ ‫مسجد الصديق‪.‬‬ ‫وكل عام وانتم بخري‬

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‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪73‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫عباد الرحمـن‬ ‫بقلم الشيخ فواز الحولي‬ ‫امام مسجد السالم في بريزبن‬ ‫رمضان شهر عظيم مبارك وهو الركن الرابع من أركان اإلسالم بعد‬ ‫الشهادتين (ال اله اال الله محمد رسول الله) واقام الصالة وايتاء‬ ‫الزكاة يأت الصيام ولهذا الركن غاية وهدف جعله الله عز وجل‬ ‫ليتحقق فينا من خالل االلتزام بهذه العبادة‪.‬‬ ‫ٱلص َیا ُم َك َما ُك ِت َب‬ ‫قال الله تعالى( َی ٰـ َأ ُّی َها ٱ َّل ِذینَ َء َامنُوا ُك ِت َب َع َلی ُك ُم ِّ‬ ‫َع َلى ٱ َّل ِذینَ ِمن َقب ِل ُكم َل َع َّل ُكم َت َّتقُونَ ) [سورة البقرة ‪]183‬‬ ‫يورد فالعلة او الغاية هي‪:‬‬ ‫تحقق التقوى في اإلنسان‬ ‫المؤمن حيث أن المؤمن‬ ‫الصائم يمتنع عن الطعام والشراب‬ ‫الحالل في يوم رمضان التزاما بأمر‬ ‫الله‪.‬‬ ‫فاالولى االمتناع عن المحرمات في كل‬ ‫االيام النه تمرن خالل شهر كامل على‬ ‫التقوى وعندما يتحقق فيه التقوى يكون‬ ‫عندها عبد ًا لله تعالى ولذلك قال الله‬ ‫عن عباد الله الذي ان سألوه اعاهم‪:‬‬ ‫یب‬ ‫ُ( َو ِإذَا َس َأ َل َك ِع َبا ِدی َعنِّی َف ِإ ِّنی َقرِ ٌ‬ ‫یب َدع َو َة ٱل َّد ِاع ِإذَا َد َعانِ فَل َیستَجِ ی ُبوا‬ ‫أجِ ُ‬ ‫ِلی َول ُی ِ‬ ‫ون) البقرة‪:‬‬ ‫ؤمنُوا بِی َل َع َّل ُهم َیرشُ ُد َ‬ ‫‪.186‬‬ ‫عندما اطاعوه استجاب لهم وعندما‬ ‫عصوه امهلهم فان تابوا غفر لهم وان‬

‫أصروا عاقبهم بالتدرج لعلهم يعودوا‪.‬‬ ‫ان صفة العبودية أطلقها الله تعالى‬ ‫على خير خلقه محمد صلى الله عليه‬ ‫(س َبح ٰـ َن ٱ َّلـ ِـذی‬ ‫َوسلم فقال تعالى‪ُ :‬‬ ‫سر ٰى ِب َع ِبد ِه ‪ )....‬االسراء‪.1:‬‬ ‫أ َ‬ ‫(ٱلحم ُد ِل َّل ِه ٱل َِّذی َأ َ‬ ‫نزَل‬ ‫وجل‪:‬‬ ‫عز‬ ‫وقال‬ ‫َ‬ ‫َع َل ٰى َع ِبد ِه ٱل ِكت َٰـ َب َو َلم َیج َعل َّل ُه ِع َو َجا)‬ ‫الكهف ‪.1:‬‬ ‫وقال‪َ ( :‬ت َبا َر َك ٱل َِّذی ن َ‬ ‫َان َع َل ٰى‬ ‫َزَّل ٱلفُرق َ‬ ‫ِین ن َِذ ًیرا) الفرقان‪:‬‬ ‫َع ِبد ِه ِل َی ُك َ‬ ‫ون ِلل َع ٰـ َلم َ‬ ‫‪.1‬‬ ‫• وقال عن عباد الله تعالى ( َو ِع َبا ُد‬ ‫ون َع َلى َ‬ ‫رض‬ ‫ٱأل ِ‬ ‫ین َیمشُ َ‬ ‫ٱلرح َم ٰـنِ ٱل َِّذ َ‬ ‫َّ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ون قَالُوا‬ ‫م‬ ‫ه‬ ‫ب‬ ‫اط‬ ‫ٱلج ٰـ ِه ُل َ‬ ‫َهونا َو ِإذَا خَ َ ُ ُ َ‬ ‫َس َل ٰـما) الفرقان‪.63 :‬‬ ‫• فهذه صفة التواضع بين الناس وال‬ ‫يردون على اإلســاءة باالساءة ثم قال‬

‫ُون ِل َر ِّبهِم ُس َّجدا‬ ‫ین َیبِیت َ‬ ‫عنهم‪َ ( :‬وٱل َِّذ َ‬ ‫َو ِق َی ٰـما) الفرقان‪.64 :‬‬ ‫• فهم من اهل قيام الليل والسجود لله‬ ‫ويخافون من عذاب الله وجهنم فقال‬ ‫ُون َر َّبنَا‬ ‫ـن َیقُول َ‬ ‫عنهم ربهم‪َ ( :‬وٱ َّلـ ِـذیـ َ‬ ‫ان‬ ‫اب َج َهنَّم إ َِّن َعذَ ا َب َها َك َ‬ ‫ٱصرِف َعنَّا َعذَ َ‬ ‫غَ َر ًاما) الفرقان ‪.65‬‬ ‫• وهم ليسوا من المبذرين وليسوا‬ ‫ـن ِإذَا َأن َفقُوا‬ ‫بخالء بل هم ( َوٱ َّل ِــذیـ َ‬ ‫ین َذ ٰ ِل َك‬ ‫َلم ُیسرِفُوا َو َلم َیقت ُ​ُروا َو َك َ‬ ‫ان َب َ‬ ‫َق َواما) الفرقان‪.67 :‬‬ ‫• وهم مخلصون لله في عبادتهم فقال‬ ‫ون َم َع ٱل َّل ِه‬ ‫دع َ‬ ‫عنهم ربهم ( َوٱ َّل ِذ َ‬ ‫ین َاَل َی ُ‬ ‫َّفس ٱ َّل ِتی َح َّر َم‬ ‫ن‬ ‫ٱل‬ ‫ون‬ ‫ِإ َل ٰـ ًها َءاخَ َر َو َاَل َیق ُت ُل‬ ‫َ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ُون َو َمن َیف َعل َذ ٰ ِل َك‬ ‫ِٱلحقِّ َو َاَل َیزن َ‬ ‫ٱل َّل ُه ِإاَّلَّ ب َ‬ ‫َیلقَ َأ َثاما) الفرقان ‪.68‬‬ ‫• وليسوا بمجرمين وال يقربون الزنا‬

‫• ثم أخبر بانهم يقولون الحق وال‬ ‫ون ٱلزُّو َر‬ ‫ین َاَل َیش َه ُد َ‬ ‫يداهنون ( َوٱل َِّذ َ‬ ‫َو ِإذَا َم ُّروا بِٱللَّغ ِو َم ُّروا ِك َراما) الفرقان‬ ‫‪.72‬‬ ‫• وليسوا من اهل الثرثرة في كالم ليس‬ ‫له طائل وهم يقفون عند حدود الله‬ ‫ین ِإذَا ُذ ِّك ُروا ب َِٔـا َی ٰـ ِت‬ ‫فقال عنهم ( َوٱل َِّذ َ‬ ‫َر ِّبهِم َلم َی ِخ ُّروا َع َلی َها ُصما َو ُعم َیانا)‬ ‫الفرقان ‪.73‬‬ ‫• واخــيــرا هــم ال ينسون أزواجــهــم‬ ‫ین‬ ‫وابناءهم من دعائهم فقالوا ( َوٱل َِّذ َ‬ ‫ُون َر َّبنَا َهب َلنَا ِمن َأز َو ٰجِ نَا َو ُذ ِّر َّی ٰـ ِتنَا‬ ‫َیقُول َ‬ ‫ین إ َِم ًاما)‬ ‫ُقـ َّـر َة َأع ُین َوٱج َعلنَا ِلل ُم َّت ِق َ‬ ‫الفرقان ‪.74‬‬ ‫من كانت هذه صفاتهم فهم عباد لله‬ ‫حقا نسأل الله أن يجعلنا منهم‬

‫أركان الصوم‬ ‫الـــصـــيـــام في‬ ‫حقيقته مركب‬ ‫مــــن ركــنــيــن‬ ‫أســاســيــيــن‪ ،‬ال يتصور‬ ‫حصوله بدونهما‪:‬‬ ‫ الركن األول‪ :‬النية‪،‬‬‫ومعناها القصد‪ ،‬وهو اعتقاد‬ ‫القلب فعل شيء‪ ،‬وعزمه عليه‬ ‫من غير تردد‪ ،‬والمراد بها هنا‬ ‫قصد الصوم‪ ،‬والدليل على أن‬ ‫النية ركن لصحة الصيام‪ ،‬قوله‬ ‫صلى الله عليه وسلم‪( :‬إنما‬ ‫األعمال بالنيات وإنما لكل‬

‫امرئ ما نوى) رواه البخاري‬ ‫ومسلم‪ ،‬وهو يعم كل عمل ‪،‬‬ ‫وقوله في حديث حفصة رضي‬ ‫الله عنها‪( :‬من لم يبيت الصيام‬ ‫قبل الفجر فال صيام له) رواه‬ ‫أحمد وأصحاب السنن‪.‬‬ ‫ومحل النية القلب‪ ،‬وال يشرع‬ ‫السنَّة؛‬ ‫التلفظ بها‪ ،‬وهو خالف ُّ‬ ‫ألنها عمل قلبي ال دخل للسان‬ ‫فيه‪ ،‬وحقيقتها القصد إلى‬ ‫الفعل امتثا ًال ألمر الله تعالى‪،‬‬ ‫وطلب ًا لثوابه‪ ،‬ويشترط في‬ ‫النية لصوم رمضان التبييت‪،‬‬ ‫وهو‪ :‬إيقاع النية لي ًال‪ ،‬لحديث‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫حفصة المتقدم‪ ،‬وتصح النية‬ ‫في أي جزء من أجزاء الليل‪،‬‬ ‫وينبغي على العبد أن يبتعد‬ ‫عن وســواس الشيطان في‬ ‫النية‪ ،‬فإن النية ال تحتاج إلى‬ ‫تكلف‪ ،‬فمن عقد قلبه لي ًال أنه‬ ‫صائم غد ًا فقد نوى‪ ،‬ومثله ما‬ ‫لو تسحر بنية الصوم غد ًا‪.‬‬ ‫وبعض الفقهاء يعد النية‬ ‫شرط ًا لصحة الصيام ال ركن ًا‬ ‫من أركانه‪ ،‬والمقصود أنه ال‬ ‫بد منها لصحة الصوم سواء‬ ‫عددناها ركن ًا أم شرط ًا‪.‬‬

‫ الركن الثاني‪ :‬اإلمساك‬‫عن المفطرات من طعام‪،‬‬ ‫وشــراب‪ ،‬وجماع‪ ،‬من طلوع‬ ‫الفجر الثاني إلــى غــروب‬ ‫الشمس‪ ،‬ودليل ذلــك قوله‬ ‫تعالى‪{ :‬وكلوا واشربوا حتى‬ ‫يتبين لكم الخيط األبيض‬ ‫من الخيط األسود من الفجر‬ ‫ثم أتموا الصيام إلى الليل}‬ ‫(البقرة‪ ،)187:‬والمراد بالخيط‬ ‫األبيض والخيط األسود‪ ،‬بياض‬ ‫النهار وســواد الليل‪ ،‬وذلك‬ ‫يحصل بطلوع الفجر الثاني‬ ‫أو الفجر الصادق؛ لقوله صلى‬

‫الله عليه وسلم‪( :‬ال يمنعنكم‬ ‫من سحوركم أذان بالل‪ ،‬وال‬ ‫الفجر المستطيل‪ ،‬ولكن الفجر‬ ‫المستطير في األفــق) رواه‬ ‫الترمذي‪ .‬وقوله صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم‪( :‬إذا أقبل الليل‬ ‫من ها هنا وأدبر النهار من‬ ‫ها هنا وغربت الشمس فقد‬ ‫أفطر الصائم) رواه البخاري‬ ‫ومسلم‪ ،‬وقد أجمع أهل العلم‬ ‫على أن من فعل شيئ ًا من ذلك‬ ‫متعمد ًا فقد بطل صومه‪.‬‬ ‫المصدر‪ :‬اسالم ويب‬

Ramadan 2023 ‫رمضان‬

‫رمضانيات‬

74

Commander Lisa Hardeman APM Salaam Wa Alaykum On behalf of Victoria Police, I am once again delighted to extend our warmest and sincerest best wishes to the Victorian Islamic community, including our own Victoria Police Muslim Association who are observing Ramadan, the most sacred month of the Islamic year. Ramadan provides an opportunity for meaningful reflection as well as time to spend together with family and community, ending each day’s fast with an Iftar Dinner.

‫مشبب بن سعيد آل عبيان‬

‫المدير السابق لمكتب رابطة العالم اإلسالمي في استراليا‬ ‫ونيوزيالندا ودول جنوب الباسيفك‬

‫استمعوا الى إذاعة الصوت االسالمي سيدني‬

We look forward to celebrating Ramadan with our Islamic community and connecting with them during this Holy Month across Victoria in 2023.

Ramadan Mubarak Commander Lisa Hardeman APM Priority and Safer Communities Division, Victoria Police

‫ض‬ ‫رم�ان بم�ارك‬ Ramadan Mubarak Dr Hass Dellal AO

،‫ الحاج ابراهيم الزعبي‬،‫من اليمين الحاجة رانية البرجاوي‬ ‫الدكتور احمد العقاد‬

Ramadan Mubarak

‫إذاعة الصوت اإلسالمي من سيدني تبث‬ :‫برامجها على مدار اليوم على الترددات التالية‬ • 87.6 FM • 173.350 MHz (Narrow Band) • 173.425MHz (Narrow Band) T: +61 (2) 9758 3399 F: +61 (2) 9758 3299 E: info@thevoiceofIslam.com.au W:thevoiceofIslam.com.au AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023 ‫ هـ ¿ آذار‬1444 ‫ ¿ رمضان‬139 ‫الوسط ¿ العدد‬

Executive Director Australian Multicultural Foundation

Level 1, 185 Faraday St, CARLTON VIC 3053 Ph: (03) 9347 6622 E: info@amf.net.au • www.amf.net.au

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪75‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫ت َج ّد ِتي عن َ‬ ‫ش ْه ِر رمضان‬ ‫سأ ْل ُ‬ ‫َ‬

‫فقالت فيه كلماتٍ‬ ‫ْ‬

‫الدكتوره نضيرة بريوة‬ ‫باحثة في الدراسات األدبية اإلنجليزية (قضايا ال ُهوية‪ ،‬الدين والتحديات التي تواجه الجالية المسلمة في الغرب)‬ ‫«ص ْه!»‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ياجدتي؟ منذ متى‬ ‫لماذا تُصمتينني‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫العج ِب َ‬ ‫والش ْيطان!‬ ‫تشاهدين صندوق َ‬ ‫ٍ‬ ‫للحظات‪...‬‬ ‫الجدة صامت ًة‬ ‫و ظ ّل ِت ّ‬ ‫«غدا رمضان‪ ..‬غدا ُّ‬ ‫ٌ‬ ‫ضيف‬ ‫يحل علينا‬ ‫يم إن شاء الله‪».‬‬ ‫كرِ ٌ‬ ‫هــا شــرحـ ِ‬ ‫ـت لي‬ ‫هـــذه الـــزوايـــا يا‬ ‫جدّ تي‪.‬‬ ‫البعض ّأن رمضان شه ٌر‬ ‫«يعتقد‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫والشرب‬ ‫مرتبط باالمتناع عن األكل‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫البعض الغاية‬ ‫فقط ولر ّبما يحصر‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫لكن‬ ‫من‬ ‫الصوم في تنويع األطباق‪ّ .‬‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫الصوم مدرس ٌة إيماني ٌة متكامل ٌة‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ُينمي في اإلنسانِ‬ ‫القيم األخالقي َة‬ ‫َ‬ ‫والمبادئَ اإلنساني َة التي تق ّوم‬ ‫سلوكه ف َيست ِقيم‪ ،‬وتغذي روحه‬ ‫فتُزَ كّى وتقوي قل َبه ف ُيش ّب ُع بالتقوى‪.‬‬ ‫الصوم‬ ‫شرع الله للمسلمين‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ولقد ّ‬ ‫وجعله رابع أركان اإلسالم‪ .‬فأصبح‬ ‫صيام شهرِ رمضان فريضة على‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫كل المسلمين لحكمة أبلغ يا جوهرة‬ ‫تكريم للقرآن الذي‬ ‫الصيام‬ ‫ٌ‬ ‫قلبي‪ّ .‬‬ ‫وتخليص‬ ‫ُأ ْنــزِ لَ في شهر رمضان‪،‬‬ ‫ٌ‬ ‫من الذنوب والمعاصي الجتناب‬ ‫دخول النّار والفوز بالجنّة‪».‬‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫الحكمة مــن رمــضــان يا‬ ‫مــا‬ ‫جدّ تي؟‬ ‫«رمضان يط ّهرنا يا ُبن ّيتي‪:‬‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫ يط ّه ُر بطوننا من بقايا األكلِ‬‫صحي والتخمة والبدانة التي‬ ‫الغير‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫تصيبنا بالكسل والخمول فتثقل‬ ‫الصالة‪،‬‬ ‫خطواتنا اتجاه ّ‬ ‫ يط ّهر أبداننا ويجعلها تتح ّمل‬‫الجوع والعطش‪.‬‬ ‫َ‬ ‫غض البصر‬ ‫ يط ّهر أعيننا ويعلّمها ّ‬‫عن الفواحش والــســوء ويعلّمها‬ ‫التقوى‪.‬‬ ‫ يط ّهر أرواحنا لتصبح نق ّية منزهة‬‫عن األدناس من خالل إظهار الخير‬ ‫الشر واعتالء النفس اللوامة‬ ‫وطرد ّ‬ ‫لتطرد األمارة بالسوء فينا فينتهي‬

‫جدتي؟‬ ‫رمضان! من هو رمضان يا ّ‬ ‫شخصا‪ ..‬شهر‬ ‫«ههه‪ ..‬رمضان شهر وليس ً‬ ‫الصيا ِم‪ ..‬الركن الرابع من أركان اإلسالم‪..‬‬ ‫تحضري األركان الخمسة لإلسالم‪».‬‬ ‫ِا ْس ْ‬ ‫«لذلك قامت ّأمي بتنظيف البيت زيادة‬ ‫عن الــلــزوم وقصدت باألمس السوق‬

‫بنا الشهر عند النفس المطمئنة‪.‬‬ ‫ يط ّهر قلوبنا من الحقد والحسد‬‫وينشر فيها الــمــودة والرحمة‬ ‫فيتراحم الــنــاس ويتسامحون‬ ‫ـب والــدعــاء من‬ ‫ويــتــهــادون الــحـ ّ‬ ‫بعيد وقريب‪ .‬يزكّي أرزاقنا فترى‬ ‫الموائد تجمع الناس من كل مكان‬ ‫بغض النظر عن ألسنتهم وألوانهم‬ ‫وأجناسهم وثقافاتهم وحدودهم‬ ‫الوهمية فيجود الغني والفقير‬ ‫ويكرم السائل والعاطي وتتآلف‬ ‫القلوب فتكون قلبا واحدا يعتلي‬ ‫هالل رمضان ويسكن شمس األمل‬ ‫ويبث خيوط الخير والجود والكرم‪.‬‬ ‫ يط ّهر وجوهنا من الحزن والكآبة‬‫ويعلّم ثغرنا االبتسامة والبهجة‪.‬‬ ‫ يط ّهر ألسنتنا من الغيبة السوء‬‫والسب والشتم ويعلّمنا‬ ‫والفاحشة‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫كثرة األذكار وتالوة القرآن والكالم‬ ‫الط ّيب‪.‬‬ ‫ يط ّهر أسماعنا من التجسس‬‫وسماع األغاني وســوء األصــوات‬ ‫ويعلّمها االستماع لما طاب م ّما‬ ‫ذكرت األلسن واألصوات‪.‬‬ ‫ يط ّهرنا مــن التعلق بالدنيا‬‫وملذاتها وزينتها ويذكرنا بمن في‬ ‫كرسي‬ ‫القبور في كل مائدة ينقصها‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫ويعلقنا باآلخرة فال تغوينا الحياة‬ ‫الدنيا خالل وبعد رمضان لمن‬ ‫اهتدى وتاب‪.‬‬ ‫ يط ّهر حوبتنا ويعلّمنا معايشة‬‫الصفاء والنقاء والرحمة واإلخاء‬ ‫والحب‪»...‬‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫ومــا ينال اإلنــســان مقابل‬ ‫الصيامِ في اآلخرة يا جدّ تي؟‬ ‫«في رمضان تُفتح أبواب الجنّة‬ ‫يا ُبن ّيتي وتُغلق أبواب النّار وتُصفد‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫الشياطين‪ ،‬ويعتق الله في كلّ ليلة‬ ‫خالل شهر رمضان سبعين ألفًا‬ ‫من دخول النار لقول النبي صلى‬ ‫ضان‬ ‫الله عليه وسلّم‪(:‬إذا جا َء َر َم ُ‬ ‫واب‬ ‫الج َّن ِة‪ ،‬وغُ ِّلق َْت أ ْب ُ‬ ‫ُفت َِّح ْت أ ْب ُ‬ ‫واب َ‬ ‫وصف َِّد ِت الشَّ ِ‬ ‫ين)‪ .‬كما‬ ‫ياط ُ‬ ‫النَّارِ‪ُ ،‬‬ ‫كان الص ّيام مشق ًة وصبر ًا على‬ ‫والعطش والقيام والتالوة‬ ‫الجوع‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫والذكر والعطاء والتراحم من بزوغ‬ ‫الفجر إلى غــروب الشمس لمدة‬ ‫شهر كذلك كانت غايته وثمرته‬ ‫عظيمةً‪ ،‬فكان لنا من وراء الصبر‬ ‫تقر ٌب من‬ ‫على الجوع‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫والعطش ّ‬ ‫ٌ‬ ‫وكشف عن‬ ‫للذنوب‪،‬‬ ‫الله‪ ،‬ومغفر ٌة‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫وتهوين ألمو ِر الدنيا التي‬ ‫ال ُكربات‪،‬‬ ‫ٌ‬ ‫نُؤتى ثمرتها في اآلخرة‪ ،‬ورضا الله‬ ‫وج ّن ٌة من كيد األعداء‬ ‫عن األعمال‪ُ ،‬‬ ‫خصص الله باب‬ ‫وفو ٌز بالج ّن ِة وقد ّ‬ ‫الريان للصائمين فال يدخل الجنّة‬ ‫الصائمون‬ ‫عبر هــذا الباب إال ّ‬ ‫لقول النبي صلى الله عليه وسلّم‪:‬‬ ‫اب‪ِ ،‬في َها‬ ‫الج َّن ِة َث َما ِن َي ُة أ ْبــ َو ٍ‬ ‫( ِفي َ‬ ‫ان‪ ،‬ال َي ْدخُ ُل ُه إاَّلَّ‬ ‫الر َّي َ‬ ‫َب ٌ‬ ‫اب ُي َس َّمى َّ‬ ‫ون)‪ .‬وتيقني يا ُبن ّيتي ّأن‬ ‫الصا ِئ ُم َ‬ ‫َّ‬ ‫جزاء الصائم أعظم ويختلف من‬ ‫شخص إلى آخر‪».‬‬ ‫أال يعدل الله بين الصائمين‬ ‫يا جدّ تي؟‬ ‫«حاشا أن يظلم الله عباده وقد‬ ‫حـ ّـرم الظلم على نفسه وعلينا‪..‬‬ ‫كل أعمالنا لنا إ ّال الصيام لله وهو‬ ‫يجزي به كل عبد بحسب ن ّيته‬ ‫وحسن صيامه وتقواه وصبره‪..‬‬ ‫هناك من يعتبر الصيام إمساك عن‬ ‫األكل والشرب فقط‪ ،‬وهناك من‬ ‫يعتبره إمساك عن األكل والشرب‬

‫مع جارتنا لشراء بعض األثاث المنزلية‬ ‫الجديدة الستقبال رمضان!»‬ ‫«هذا جزء بسيط من عاداتنا وتقاليدنا‬ ‫ضمن الثقافة الشائعة‪ ،‬لكن رمضان أوسع‬ ‫بكثير من هذه الدائرة الضيقة يا ُبن ّيتي‪،‬‬ ‫زواياه كثيرة‪».‬‬

‫والكالم السيئ واألفعال المشينة‪،‬‬ ‫وهناك من يعتبره‪ ،‬باإلضافة إلى‬ ‫ما ذكر سابقا‪ ،‬شهر للعبادة والقيام‬ ‫واألذكار وتالوة القرآن والصدقات‬ ‫والتراحم والتواد‪ .‬هل الذي يصوم‬ ‫رمضان إمساكا عن األكل والشرب‬ ‫فقط كالذي يصوم ويقوم ويتصدق‬ ‫إيمانا واحتسابا ويذكر الله كثيرا؟»‬ ‫«طبعا ال يا ج ّدتي‪».‬‬ ‫«الله عادل ال يظلم أحـ ًـدا لكنّنا‬ ‫نظلم أنفسنا إذا قصرنا و تهاونا يا‬ ‫ُي ْمنى‪».‬‬ ‫ومــا الـــذي ُيــســعــدك لهذه‬ ‫الــدرجــة يــا جــدّ تــي‪ .‬ثغرك‬ ‫المعتاد على االبتسامة قد‬ ‫ضحك‪.‬‬ ‫السكينة يا ُيمنى‪..‬‬ ‫«إنها َضحكات ّ‬ ‫ُّ‬ ‫الطم ْأنينة والروحانية‬ ‫ـضــرة‬ ‫َنـ ْ‬ ‫البيضاء التي تبعث باإليمان في‬ ‫القلب والرحمة في النّفس‪ .‬الصيام‬ ‫الضحا والن ِ‬ ‫َّفحات‬ ‫يخلق فينا رونَق ُّ‬ ‫اإليمانية الــتــي تنشر البهجة‬ ‫والفرحة فــي قلوب المسلمين‬ ‫يا بهجة قلبي‪ .‬قــال رســول الله‬ ‫صلى الله عليه و سلّم‪« :‬للصائم‬ ‫فرحتان‪ ،‬فرحة عند فطره‪ ،‬وفرحة‬ ‫عند لقاء ربـــه»‪ ...‬فرحة الصبر‬ ‫وقوة اإلرادة والتحكم بالشهوات‬ ‫وغيرها والتغلّب على أهواء النّفس‬ ‫وطهارة الروح من السوء‪ ،‬والقلب‬ ‫من الغلّ ‪ ،‬والجسد من المرض‪،‬‬ ‫والنّفس من السوء وبلوغ السمو‬ ‫الروحي اإليماني والسلوك القويم‪.‬‬ ‫الضحكة دليل امتثالَ المر ِء ألوامرِ‬ ‫الله تعالى واستسالمه لما تفرضه‬ ‫وإن ثما ّر الصوم‬ ‫عليه شريعتُه‪ّ ،‬‬

‫والسعادة ال ُّدنيو ّية‬ ‫السعادة ِّ‬ ‫َّ‬ ‫الدين ّية ّ‬ ‫كتاب الله وسنّة نب ِّيه‬ ‫كما وردت في ِ‬ ‫و تُع ّد داف ًعا عظي ًما لنبتهج استقباال‬ ‫الكريم وأ ّولها التقوى‬ ‫لهذا الشهر‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫الصراط‬ ‫التي تجعل المسلم على ّ‬ ‫المستقيم‪».‬‬ ‫هــل نلتقي فــي الجنّ ة إذا‬ ‫أحسنت الصيام‬ ‫مت معك و‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫ُص ُ‬ ‫والقيام والتراحم يا جدّ تي؟‬ ‫«الن ّية المخلصة‪ ،‬والعمل الصالح‪،‬‬ ‫والــدعــاء يجمعنا فــي الجنّة يا‬ ‫حفيدتي‪ ...‬الدعاء الدعاء‪».‬‬ ‫رن المنبه لوقت‬ ‫وفي هذه اللحظة ّ‬ ‫السحور‪ .‬قامت ُيمنى وأوقفت‬ ‫المنبه‪ ،‬توضأت وصلّت ركعتين قبل‬ ‫السحور ورفعت يدها لله مستحضرة‬ ‫المنام «الدعاء‬ ‫كلمات ج ّدتها في‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫الدعاء‪».‬‬ ‫اللهم ارزقنا حسن الصيام والقيام‬ ‫و أعنا على حسن العبادة و صالح‬ ‫األعمال وألف بين قلوبنا واغفر‬ ‫لنا وتقبل منا واجمعنا بالحبيب‬ ‫المصطفى صلى الله عليه وسلم‬ ‫و آل بيته وصحبه والصالحين‬ ‫والمؤمنين وأجدادنا وكافة أحبابنا‬ ‫والمسلمين في جنّة النّعيم‪.‬‬

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‫الدكتور مصطفى علم الدين‬ ‫طبيب عام ممارس في سيدني‬

‫‪Dr Mustapha Alameddin‬‬

‫مثلت الــمــديــرة السابقة‬ ‫لمدرسة يهودية متشددة‬ ‫في أستراليا أمام المحكمة‬ ‫األربعاء‪ ،‬لإلجابة عن تهم وجهت إليها‬ ‫باغتصاب تلميذة واالعتداء جنسي ًا على‬ ‫اثنتين أخريين‪.‬‬ ‫واستمعت المحكمة إلى إفــادة مالكا‬ ‫ليفر (‪ 56‬عام ًا) المتهمة بارتكاب ‪29‬‬ ‫جريمة‪ ،‬خالل المرحلة التي كانت فيه‬ ‫مديرة مدرسة “أداس إسرائيل سكول”‬ ‫في ملبورن‪ .‬وتتبع هذه المؤسسة لطائفة‬ ‫يهودية متشددة في ملبورن تتسم بكونها‬ ‫منعزلة‪.‬‬ ‫وتشمل التهم التي تعود إلى المرحلة‬ ‫الممتدة من ‪ 2003‬إلى ‪ ،2007‬اغتصاب‬ ‫تلميذة أثناء مخيم مدرسي واالعتداء‬ ‫جنسي ًا على فتاة أخرى في مكتب المدرسة‪،‬‬ ‫واتُهمت كذلك باالعتداء جنسي ًا على تلميذة‬ ‫طلبت منها تنظيف منزلها‪ .‬إال أن ليفر‪،‬‬ ‫وهي أم لثمانية أوالد غادرت إسرائيل عام‬ ‫‪ 2001‬للتعليم في هذه المدرسة‪ ،‬دفعت‬ ‫ببراءتها من التهم الموجهة إليها‪.‬‬ ‫وأشــار القرار االتهامي إلى أن ليفر‬

‫اغتصبت تلميذة‪ ،‬بعدما طلبت منها أن‬ ‫“تنام في منزلها لتلقّي دروس كاال”‬ ‫المتعلقة بآداب السلوك‪ ،‬التي تسبق الزواج‬ ‫ومنها التربية الجنسية‪.‬‬ ‫وفي حاالت أخــرى‪ ،‬كانت ليفر تقول‬ ‫تجهزهن ليصبحن زوجات‪،‬‬ ‫للتلميذات إنها‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫على ما أوضــح المدعي العام جاستن‬ ‫لويس للمحكمة في مرافعته االفتتاحية‪.‬‬ ‫ونقل عن ليفر قولها إلحدى التلميذات‬ ‫بعد اعتدائها عليها جنسيا‪“ :‬سيساعدك‬ ‫ذلك في ليلة زفافك”‪.‬‬ ‫وأفــاد لويس بــأن التلميذات الثالث‬ ‫اللواتي نشأن في أوساط يهودية محافظة‪،‬‬ ‫كن خائفات من اإلبالغ عن ليفر نظر ًا إلى‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫كونها معلمة تحظى باحترام كبير‪ .‬وأكد‬ ‫وكيل الدفاع عن ليفر المحامي إيان هيل‬ ‫أن المعلّمة المتهمة تنفي أن تكون أقدمت‬ ‫“على أي سلوك جرمي تزعمه المدعيات”‪،‬‬ ‫وأن تفاعالتها مع التلميذات كانت “مهنية‬ ‫والئقة”‪.‬‬ ‫المصدر‪arabic.euronews.com :‬‬

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‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪77‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫آيات الصيام في سورة البقرة‬ ‫وكــمــا هــو معلوم‬ ‫فــإن ســـورة البقرة‬ ‫هي أطول سورة في‬ ‫القرآن الكريم ولهذا فإن الحديث‬ ‫عن آيات الصيام ورمضان في‬ ‫سورة البقرة كثير وهو على النحو‬ ‫التالي‪:‬‬ ‫يقول الله تبارك وتعالى‪َ ( :‬يا َأ ُّي َها‬ ‫الص َي ُام‬ ‫ا َّل ِذينَ َآم ُنو ْا ُك ِت َب َع َل ْي ُك ُم ِّ‬ ‫َك َما ُك ِت َب َع َلى ا َّل ِذينَ ِمن َق ْب ِل ُك ْم‬ ‫َل َع َّل ُك ْم َت َّتقُونَ )‬ ‫توضح آيــة الصيام في سورة‬

‫البقرة أن الله تعالى قد فرض‬ ‫الصيام على المسلمين وهذا‬ ‫ال يقتصر فقط على المسلمين‬ ‫فقد تم فرضه ً‬ ‫أيضا على األمم‬ ‫السابقة‪.‬‬ ‫ويقول في محكم كتابه‪:-‬‬ ‫َ(أ َّي ًاما َّم ْعدُود ٍ‬ ‫َات َف َمن َكانَ ِمن ُكم‬ ‫َ‬ ‫َّم ِر ً‬ ‫يضا َأ ْو َع َلى َسفَرٍ َف ِع َّد ٌة ِّمنْ أ َّي ٍام‬ ‫ُأ َخ َر َو َع َلى ا َّل ِذينَ ُي ِطي ُقو َن ُه ِف ْد َي ٌة‬ ‫َط َع ُام ِم ْس ِكينٍ َف َمن َت َط َّوعَ َخ ْي ًرا‬ ‫ومو ْا َخ ْي ٌر َّل ُك ْم‬ ‫َف ُه َو َخ ْي ٌر َّل ُه َو َأن َت ُص ُ‬ ‫إِن ُكنت ُْم َت ْع َل ُمونَ )‬ ‫وفــي هــذه اآليــة تم تخصيص‬

‫الحديث عن شهر رمضان الذي‬ ‫وقضاء األيام لمن فطر في نهار‬ ‫رمضان‬ ‫قال ‪-‬تعالى‪َ :-‬‬ ‫(ش ْه ُر َر َم َضانَ ا َّل ِذيَ‬ ‫ُأنـ ِـز َل ِفي ِه ا ْل ُق ْرآنُ هُ ــدً ى ِّلل َّن ِ‬ ‫اس‬ ‫َو َب ِّي َن ٍ‬ ‫ات ِّمنَ ا ْلهُدَ ى َوا ْل ُف ْر َق ِ‬ ‫ان َف َمن‬ ‫َش ِهدَ ِمن ُك ُم َّ‬ ‫الش ْه َر َف ْل َي ُص ْم ُه َو َمن‬ ‫َكانَ َم ِر ً‬ ‫يضا َأ ْو َع َلى َسفَرٍ َف ِع َّد ٌة‬ ‫ِّمنْ َأ َّي ٍام ُأ َخ َر ُي ِري ُد ال َّل ُه ِب ُك ُم ا ْل ُي ْس َر‬ ‫َو َال ُي ِري ُد ِب ُك ُم ا ْل ُع ْس َر َو ِل ُت ْك ِم ُلو ْا‬ ‫ا ْل ِع َّد َة َو ِل ُت َك ِّب ُرو ْا ال َّل َه َع َلى َما هَ دَ ا ُك ْم‬ ‫َو َل َع َّل ُك ْم َت ْش ُك ُرونَ )‪.‬‬

‫آداب الصوم في القرآن الكريم‬ ‫وفي اآليــة الكريمة‬ ‫بـــيـــان عـــن نـــزول‬ ‫الــقــرآن الكريم في‬ ‫شهر رمضان المبارك وتوضيح‬ ‫لبعض األحكام التي تتعلق بصوم‬ ‫رمضان‪.‬‬ ‫قال ‪-‬تعالى‪(ُ :-‬أ ِحـ َّـل َل ُك ْم َل ْي َل َة‬ ‫الرف َُث ِإ َلى ِن َسا ِئ ُك ْم ُه َّن‬ ‫ِّ‬ ‫الص َي ِام َّ‬

‫اس َّل ُه َّن َع ِل َم‬ ‫اس َّل ُك ْم َو َأنت ُْم ِل َب ٌ‬ ‫ِل َب ٌ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ُون أنف َُس ُك ْم‬ ‫ال َّل ُه َأ َّن ُك ْم ُكنت ُْم تَخْ تَان َ‬ ‫َاآلن‬ ‫َاب َع َل ْي ُك ْم َو َعفَا َعن ُك ْم ف َ‬ ‫َفت َ‬ ‫َب ِ‬ ‫وه َّن َوا ْب َتغُو ْا َما َكت َ​َب ال َّل ُه‬ ‫اش ُر ُ‬ ‫َل ُك ْم َو ُك ُلو ْا َواشْ َر ُبو ْا َح َّتى َي َت َب َّي َن َل ُك ُم‬ ‫األ ْب َي ُض ِم َن الْخَ ْي ِط َ‬ ‫الْخَ ْي ُط َ‬ ‫األ ْس َو ِد‬ ‫َ‬ ‫الص َي َام ِإ َلى‬ ‫ِم َن ا ْلف َْجرِ ُث َّم أ ِت ُّمو ْا ِّ‬ ‫ال َّل ْيلِ َو َال ُت َب ِ‬ ‫ُون‬ ‫وه َّن َو َأنت ُْم َعا ِكف َ‬ ‫اش ُر ُ‬

‫ِفي ا ْل َم َساجِ ِد ِتل َْك ُح ُدو ُد ال َّل ِه َف َال‬ ‫وها كَذَ ِل َك ُي َب ِّي ُن ال َّل ُه آ َيا ِت ِه‬ ‫َتق َْر ُب َ‬ ‫ُون)‪.‬‬ ‫ِللن ِ‬ ‫َّاس َل َع َّل ُه ْم َي َّتق َ‬ ‫وتوضح اآلية لبعض األحكام بين‬ ‫الزوجين خــال شهر رمضان‬ ‫وخالل الصيام‪.‬‬ ‫المصدر‪:‬‬ ‫‪www.islamic-relief.me/‬‬

‫“مرحبا إلى بيتنا” ‪WELCOME TO OUR HOME 2023‬‬ ‫من أعمال الفنانة فاطمة كليين ‪ -‬كانبرا‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫‪By the artist Fatima Killeen -Canberra‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪78‬‬ ‫الوسط االسترالي‬

‫اتحاد أبناء الشمال في استراليا يقيم حفال وداعيا‬ ‫لنائب نقيب المحررين في لبنان غسان ريفي‬

‫سيدني – سفير الشمال‬ ‫اقــام اتحاد ابناء‬ ‫الشمال في أستراليا‬ ‫حفال وداعيا لنائب‬ ‫نقيب المحررين فــي لبنان‬ ‫غسان ريفي لمناسبة انتهاء‬ ‫زيارته‪ ،‬وذلــك في دارة رئيس‬ ‫االتحاد حسان مرحبا بحضور‬ ‫عدد من اركان الجالية‪ ،‬ونائب‬ ‫رئيس االتحاد طوني بو ملحم‬

‫واالعضاء ومهتمين‪.‬‬ ‫في البداية تحدث الرئيس مرحبا‬ ‫مشيدا بنجاح زيارة الصحافي‬ ‫ريفي خصوصا انها اثمرت عن‬ ‫تخصيص صفحة ألخبار استراليا‬ ‫في جريدة سفير الشمال‪ ،‬مؤكدا‬ ‫اننا نودع االخ والصديق ريفي‬ ‫وفي القلب غصة لكن سنقول له‬ ‫الى اللقاء في زيارة أخرى‪.‬‬ ‫كما تحدث عضو مجلس بلدية‬ ‫كانتربري بانكستاون خضر‬ ‫صالح فشدد على اهمية تعزيز‬

‫التواصل بين لبنان المقيم‬ ‫ولبنان المغترب‪ ،‬الفتا الى ان‬ ‫جريدة سفير الشمال االلكترونية‬ ‫ستكون جسر عبور من استراليا‬ ‫الــى لبنان وبالعكس‪ ،‬مشيدا‬ ‫بمناقبية الجريدة وموضوعيتها‪،‬‬ ‫داعيا الى تفعيل صفحة اخبار‬ ‫أوســتــرالــيــا بما يساعد على‬ ‫نشر نشاطات الجالية اللبنانية‬ ‫وخدماتها وتقديماتها‪.‬‬ ‫كما القى امين سر االتحاد‬ ‫خلدون عبيد كلمة اثنى فيها على‬

‫زيارة الصحافي ريفي‪ ،‬داعيا الى‬ ‫تكرارها للقيام بالتغطية الواسعة‬ ‫لما تقدمه الجالية فــي كل‬ ‫المجاالت االجتماعية والخيرية‪.‬‬ ‫وفي الختام تحدث الصحافي‬ ‫ريــفــي شــاكــرا اتــحــاد ابــنــاء‬ ‫الــشــمــال فــي أســتــرالــيــا على‬ ‫الدعوة الكريمة وعلى الحفاوة‬ ‫البالغة واالحتضان الكامل لكل‬ ‫تفاصيلها‪ ،‬منوها بجهود رئيس‬ ‫االتحاد حسان مرحبا ونائب‬ ‫الرئيس طوني بو ملحم وسائر‬

‫اعضاء االتحاد الذين يشكلون‬ ‫احد المداميك االساسية للعمل‬ ‫الــخــيــري واالجــتــمــاعــي في‬ ‫أوستراليا‪ ،‬متمنيا ان يكون‬ ‫اطالق صفحة اخبار أستراليا‬ ‫في جريدة سفير الشمال خطوة‬ ‫ايجابية لنقل اخبار ونشاطات‬ ‫الجالية الى اوسع شريحة من‬ ‫القراء‪.‬‬ ‫بعد ذلــك اقيم حفل كوكتيل‬ ‫بالمناسبة‪.‬‬

‫‪Ramadan‬‬ ‫‪Mubarak‬‬ ‫‪A small act of kindness can make a‬‬

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‫‪Ramadan Mubarak‬‬

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‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪79‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫مركز الرسالة التعليمي‬ ‫يستضيف نخبة من المقرئين واالئمة العلماء‬ ‫في سيدني خالل شهر رمضان المبارك‬ ‫يســتضيف مركــز الرســالة التعليمــي نخبــة مــن‬ ‫المقرئيــن واالئمــة العلمــاء فــي ســيدني خــال‬ ‫شــهر رمضــان المبــارك مــن كل مــن الجزائــر وليبيــا‬ ‫وباكســتان وبنغــادش والســعودية‪.‬‬

‫الشيخ احمد يوسف االزهري‬

‫‪Nazim El-Bardouh‬‬ ‫)‪(LLB, GDLP‬‬ ‫‪Principal Solicitor‬‬

‫‪nazim@belawyers.com.au‬‬ ‫‪www.belawyers.com.au‬‬

‫بنغالديش‬

‫الشيخ محمد شعرانه‬ ‫الجزائر‬

‫الشيخ محمد مختاري‬ ‫الجزائر‬

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‫الشيخ السيد هبلص‬ ‫مصر‬

‫‪Ramadan Mubarak‬‬ ‫‪BROADWAY‬‬ ‫‪Halal Meats‬‬

‫الشيخ عبداهلل امين‬ ‫السعودية‬

‫الشيخ احمد الجليب‬ ‫ليبيا‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

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OPINION

80

THE JINGOISM OF AUKUS THE ENGLISH SPEAKING TRIAD He was highly critical of the Albanese-Wong-Marles positioning on the alliance and their carrying over into the new government of the cold war warriors heading the Liberal Party jingoistic campaign around the trashing of the agreement with France and the English speaking alliance of AUKUS.

Bilal Cleland dunk1689@gmail.com

On 15th March former Prime Minister Paul Keating delivered a refreshing truth telling at the National Press Club, chaired

by Laura Tingle, one of the untainted journalists of the ABC. It was a remarkable presentation, which can be seen on ABC Iview, exposing the nature of the US, UK and Australian nuclear submarine deal.

Basically he argues we are being lured into an alliance which while propping up the failing British economy, cedes sovereignty over our defence to the USA in its great power rivalry with China.

The few nuclear powered submarines which we will one day acquire are too large to operate in the shallow waters on our continental shelf but seem rather designed to offer forward defence for the USA in its surveillance of the periphery of China.

If the defence of Australia is what is intended, Keating claimed that the 45 Collins class submarines we could get for the cost of a few nuclear powered submarines, costing $380 billion, would be more practical.

The National Press Club address is a must watch for those interested in the welfare of this country for its exposure of the nature of the mainstream media, as reflected in the posturing of the main corporation journalists.

The sustained campaign of the SMH and the Melbourne Age on the Chinese threat came under particular examination by Keating, who described their three articles as the worst journalism he has seen.

Disappointing Labor position For those Labor Party stalwarts with long memories, Keating compared Albanese with PM Billy Hughes, the Labor Rat who betrayed the party over conscription for the First World War, setting up a rival conservative party in a vain attempt to get his policy accepted.

Billy Hughes at the Versailles Peace Treaty talks also strongarmed the British delegation into opposing the Japanese proposal that a clause be inserted into the treaty proclaiming recognition of racial equality.

The White Australia Policy was part of our system from 1901 until the Whitlam Labor Government threw it out in 1972.

This racism saw the

AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023 ‫ هـ ¿ آذار‬1444 ‫ ¿ رمضان‬139 ‫الوسط ¿ العدد‬

development of Japanese hostility towards the European powers and Australia, culminating in 1941 with Pearl Harbour and the bombing of Darwin.

Keating said he did not defend China on its treatment of the Uyghurs but raised the silence of the local media on the attitude of the Modi Government, which it lauds, and its treatment of Kashmiri Muslims.

India is in the QUAD, initiated

by Japanese PM Abe in 2007, linking Australia and the USA, which is also aimed at containing China.

For those people concerned with human rights, the BJP abuses and pogroms against Muslims are mounting and serious but little remarked upon by our mainstream media.

Keating argued that there is no reason to believe that China threatens aggression against Australia and deflected certain journalist’s assertions that trade sanctions against some Australian products was evidence of such intent.

One question as to why the Chinese military build up should not be seen as a provocation, he explained by comparing Chinese military expenditure to that of the USA, which is much greater.

The AUKUS Agreement, according to his analysis, has tied us into the US defence strategy, diminishing our independence. We have in effect, seen our national foreign policy handed over to the security and defence boffins, a USA concerned about its hegemony and the failing UK.

The Thucydides Trap It looks as though the USA has fallen into the Thucydides

Trap and taken Australia as its junior partner with it.

Australian deaths until Labor took us out of the war in 1972.

The term was used by an American political scientist Graham Allison, to describe the tendency to war of an existing dominant power against a rising power which threatens its hegemony.

Vietnam under its communist government is now a friend.

It comes from the description by the ancient Greek historian Thucydides of the Peloponnesian War when Sparta, afraid of the rising power of Athenian power, attacked it.

Allison did a study of 16 historical instances of an emerging power rivalling a ruling power and 12 ended in war. That does not make it inevitable.

The USA is feeling threatened

by China, not because China is interested in eastward expansion, but because its economy is already outstripping that of the USA. China is interested in trading and ties towards its west, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan and across to Istanbul.

It is however very resentful of US patrolling its eastern periphery. Understandable when reflecting on its long history of suffering from European and Japanese imperialism.

As Keating remarked, how would the USA react to Chinese patrols 6 miles off California?

The US took us into Afghanistan against the Taliban which was said to be sheltering Al Qaeda, installed a stunningly corrupt series of governments and abandoned it once more to the Taliban with their tribal village variety of Islam.

The USA took us on false premises into the 2003 invasion of Iraq, resulting in the emergence of the terrorist Daesh, it seems largely based on the remnants of the Baath Party.

Our foreign and defence policy now appears to be in the control of remnants from the Morrison period of dominance, as outlined in Keating’s speech.

It is not looking too healthy for our nation.

Now sit back and watch the mainstream corporate media try to either demonise Keatng or just ignore him.

This will enable the electorate to see for itself the nature of our media and the importance of independent media and social media.

As the Robodebt Commissioner remarked, it was twitter which most effectively carried information about the Royal Commission, not the corporate media.

A History of False Premises The USA took us into the Vietnam War on false premises.

The result was the DLP/ Liberal Party hysterical lying campaign of “the Reds are coming,” the introduction of conscription and hundreds of

The author is a prominent Australian Muslim scholar and activist.

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪81‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫مكانة رمضان‬ ‫المطهرة‬ ‫السنَّة‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫في ُ‬ ‫بقلم‪ :‬الدكتور إبراهيم نويري‬ ‫كاتب وباحث أكاديمي ــ الجزائر‬

‫ال شك أن األحاديث التي وردت عن الصوم وعن شهر رمضان كثيرة في السنَّة النبوية المطهرة ‪ ،‬ويحتاج الصائم في هذا الشهر الفضيل إلى مطالعتها‬ ‫وتأمل أحكامها ومقاصدها النفسية والتربوية المختلفة ‪ ،‬واالنتفاع بها في حياته العملية‪ ..‬ولعل أول حديث يسترعي االنتباه بعنفوان في هذا السياق‪،‬‬ ‫الحديث الذي ُروي عن عبدالله بن عمرو بن العاص رضي الله عنهما‪ ،‬أن النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم قال‪ ”:‬الصيام والقرآن يشفعان للعبد يوم القيامة‪،‬‬ ‫يقول الصيام‪ :‬أي رب منعته من الطعام والشراب فشفِّعني فيه ··· ويقول القرآن‪ :‬منعته من النوم بالليل فشفِّعني فيه · قال‪ :‬فيشفعان ···”‪ ..‬إن هذا الحديث‬ ‫الجليل إنما هو زاد فاعل يق ِّوي من عزم المسلم أثناء شهر رمضان‪ ،‬بل يجعله ُيقبل على قراءة القرآن واالستمداد منه‪ ،‬والتح ّلي بالصبر مهما اشتد قيظ‬ ‫أمس الحاجة إلى شفعاء‪.‬‬ ‫النهار‪ ،‬فالجزاء ليس هين ًا‪ ،‬إنه الشفاعة يوم يكون الناس في ّ‬ ‫ويجيء حديث آخر‬ ‫يحمل المسلم أيض ًا على‬ ‫اإلخالص في صومه‬ ‫واالستمرار فيه إلى آخر النهار‬ ‫مهما كانت المشقة والمعاناة وذلك‬ ‫لخطورة ما يترتب عن االستهانة‬ ‫بالصوم واإلقدام على الفطر بغير‬ ‫عذر شرعي مقنع‪ ،‬وهو ما رواه‬ ‫أبو هريرة رضي الله عنه أن رسول‬ ‫الله صلى الله عليه وسلم قال‪”:‬من‬ ‫أفطر يوم ًا من رمضان من غير‬ ‫رخصة رخَّ صها الله له لم يقض عنه‬ ‫صيام الدهر كله وإن صامه”‪.‬‬ ‫وتتوالى في السنَّة الشريفة‬ ‫ِّ‬ ‫المرغبة للمسلم في صوم‬ ‫األحاديث‬ ‫والحض على‬ ‫هذا الشهر الكريم‪،‬‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫حسن استقباله‪ ،‬ومحاولة إحداث‬ ‫التغيير اإليجابي في البناء النفسي‬ ‫والسلوكي‪ ،‬وشحذ الطاقة الروحية‪،‬‬ ‫خالل سائر أيامه ولياليه المباركة‪،‬‬ ‫فرمضان فرصة ثمينة للتزود من‬ ‫الخير‪ ،‬و فضاؤه الزمني فرصة‬ ‫مباركة ال تتكرر سوى مرة واحدة‬ ‫في العام ‪ ..‬فقد أخرج الترمذي‬ ‫وابن ماجة عن النبي صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم أنه قال‪ “ :‬إذا كان أول‬ ‫ليلة من رمضان ُصفِّدت الشياطين‬ ‫ومردة الجن‪ ،‬وفُتحت أبواب الجنة‬ ‫فلم ُيغلق منها باب‪ ،‬وغُ لقت أبواب‬ ‫النار فلم ُيفتح منها باب‪ ،‬و ُينادي‬ ‫مناد يا باغي الخير أقبل ويا باغي‬ ‫الشر أقصر‪ ،‬ولله عتقاء من النار‬ ‫وذلك كل ليلة ···”‬ ‫وجوهر هذا النص وارد في‬ ‫الصحيحين عن النبي صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم أنه قال‪ ”:‬إذا دخل‬ ‫رمضان فُتحت أبواب الجنة‪ ،‬وغُ لقت‬ ‫أبواب النار‪ ،‬وسلسلت الشياطين”‪.‬‬ ‫ولمنزلة هذا الشهر الجليل في‬ ‫ضمير المسلم وتركيبته النفسية‬ ‫والروحية واإليمانية فإن رسول الله‬

‫صلى الله عليه وسلم كان يبشّ ر‬ ‫أصحابه بقدوم رمضان ويدعوهم‬ ‫للفرح بهالله فيقول‪ ”:‬جاء شهر‬ ‫رمضان بالبركات فمرحب ًا به من‬ ‫زائر وآت ‪ ”..‬كما ورد أيض ًا عن‬ ‫عبادة بن الصامت رضي الله عنه‬ ‫أن رسول صلى الله عليه وسلم‬ ‫قال‪ ”:‬أتاكم رمضان شهر بركة‬ ‫يغشاكم الله فيه فينزل الرحمة‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫ويحط الخطايا ويستجيب فيه‬ ‫الدعاء‪ ،‬ينظر الله تعالى إلى‬ ‫تنافسكم فيه‪ ،‬ويباهي بكم مالئكته‪،‬‬ ‫فأروا الله من أنفسكم خير ًا فإن‬ ‫الشقي َم ْن ُحرم فيه رحمة الله‬ ‫َّ‬ ‫“(رواه الطبراني)‪.‬‬ ‫الصوم وغفران الذنوب‪:‬‬ ‫ليس هذا فحسب ـــ إخوة‬ ‫اإليمان ـــ بل إن السنَّة المطهرة‬ ‫لترتفع بمنزلة عبادة الصوم حتى‬ ‫لتضاهي منزلة الحج األكبر في‬ ‫غفران الذنوب ومحو اآلثام‪،‬‬ ‫وإثبات الخيرية والرضوان ‪ ..‬وكأن‬ ‫الصوم الصحيح ‪ -‬وفق الهدي‬ ‫النبوي ‪ -‬والدة جديدة في ظالل‬ ‫اإليمان والسمو الروحي والصفاء‬ ‫الفكري‪ ،‬وذلك ـ دون ريب ـ لمن‬ ‫حرص على سالمة صومه‬ ‫وحسن رعاية حقوق الله‬ ‫سبحانه عز وجل‬ ‫خالل هذا الشهر‬ ‫الكريم‪ ،‬نجد‬ ‫صورة ذلك‬ ‫مث ًال فيما‬ ‫رواه أبو‬ ‫هريرة رضي‬ ‫الله عنه حيث‬ ‫قال‪ :‬قال رسول‬ ‫الله صلى الله‬ ‫عليه وسلم‪ ”:‬إن‬ ‫الله فرض عليكم‬ ‫صيام رمضان‪،‬‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫وسننت لكم قيامه‪ ،‬فمن صامه‬ ‫إيمان ًا واحتساب ًا خرج من ذنوبه‬ ‫كيوم ولدته أمه” ‪( ..‬رواه النسائي)‪.‬‬ ‫ونظر ًا لهذا الجزاء العظيم الذي‬ ‫يناله المسلم باجتهاده في هذا‬ ‫الشهر الفضيل‪ ،‬فإن السنَّة النبوية‬ ‫تن ّبه إلى ضرورة أن يتحلى الصائم‬ ‫بالسلوك اإلسالمي القويم‪ ،‬وأن‬ ‫ينضبط تمام ًا بأخالقيات اإلسالم‬ ‫في المعاملة والشهادة والحكم على‬ ‫الناس‪ ،‬ونحن نرى شاهد ًا على‬ ‫ذلك مث ًال في الحديث الذي رواه‬ ‫أبوهريرة رضي الله عنه‪ ،‬قال‪ :‬قال‬ ‫رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم”‬ ‫من لم يدع قول الزور والعمل به‪،‬‬ ‫فليس لله حاجة في أن يدع طعامه‬ ‫وشرابه”‪.‬‬ ‫هذه وقفة سريعة موجزة عن‬ ‫رمضان ‪ -‬ربيع الحياة اإلسالمية ‪-‬‬ ‫كما ورد في السنة النبوية المطهرة‪،‬‬ ‫نأمل أن‬

‫يستفيد منها القارئ الكريم خالل‬ ‫هذا الشهر الفضيل‪ ،‬وأرجو أن‬ ‫أعود لتناول جوانب أخرى في هذا‬ ‫الموضوع‪ ،‬نظر ًا لما يمثله الهدي‬ ‫النبوي الكريم من زاد سلوكي‬ ‫وفكري وروحي ينتفع به المسلم في‬ ‫طريقه إلى الله‪ ،‬وخصوص ًا خالل‬ ‫أيام هذا الشهر المبارك الفضيل‬ ‫وخصه في‬ ‫الذي كرمه الله تعالى َّ‬ ‫دورة الزمان‪ ،‬حيث أنزل فيه كتابه‬ ‫الخالد‪ ،‬خالصة أخيرة وشاملة‬ ‫للدين الحق والوحي اإللهي ومنتهى‬ ‫الرشد و الصواب ‪ ..‬فنسأل الله أن‬ ‫ينفعنا ببركات ونفحات القرآن في‬ ‫شهر القرآن‪ ،‬وأن يث ّبت أقدامنا على‬ ‫دينه ونهجه المستقيم ‪..‬‬ ‫ولي التوفيق والهادي إلى‬ ‫والله ّ‬ ‫سواء السبيل‪.‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

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‫رابعًا‪ :‬وقتها‬

‫خامسا‪ :‬لمن تصرف زكاة الفطر‬

‫‪ -1‬تجب زكاة الفِطر بغروب آخر يوم من رمضان‪،‬‬ ‫عند الشافعية‪ ،‬وبطلوع فجر يوم العيد عند األحناف‬ ‫والمالكية‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -2‬ويجب إخراجها قبل صالة العيد لحديث ابن عباس‪،‬‬ ‫ويجوز تقديمها من أول شهر رمضان عند الشافعي‪،‬‬ ‫واألفضل تأخيرها إلى ما قبل العيد بيوم أو يومين‪ ،‬وهو‬ ‫المعتمد عند المالكية‪ ،‬ويجوز تقديمها إلى أول الحول‬ ‫عند األحناف؛ ألنها زكاة‪ .‬وعند الحنابلة يجوز تعجيلها‬ ‫من بعد نصف شهر رمضان‪.‬‬

‫‪ -1‬وقد أجمع العلماء أنها تصرف ل ُفقراء المسلمين‬ ‫‪ -2‬واألصل أنها مفروضة للفقراء والمساكين‪ ،‬فال تعطى‬ ‫لغيرهم من األصناف الثمانية‪ ،‬إ ّال إذا وجدت حاجة أو‬ ‫مصلحة إسالمية‪ .‬وتصرف في البلد الذي تؤخذ منه‪ ،‬إ ّال‬ ‫إذا لم يوجد فقراء فيجوز نقلها إلى بلد آخر‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -3‬وال تصرف زكاة الفطر لمن ال يجوز صرف زكاة‬ ‫المال إليه‪.‬‬ ‫من كتاب أحكام الصيام‬ ‫للشيخ فيصل مولوي رحمه الله‬

‫فضل الصدقة في شهر رمضان المبارك‬ ‫كفالة يتيم‬ ‫أكفل يتيمًا وكن مع النبي (ص) رفيقا‬ ‫في الجنة‬

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‫أو ًال‪ :‬أنها تطفىء غضب الله سبحانه وتعالى كما في‬ ‫قوله ﷺ «إن صدقة السر تطفىء غضب الرب تبارك‬ ‫وتعالى»‪.‬‬ ‫ثانياً‪ :‬أنها تمحو الخطيئة‪ ،‬وتذهب نارها كما في قوله‬ ‫ﷺ «والصدقة تطفىء الخطيئة كما تطفىء الماء‬ ‫النار»‪ .‬كما أنها وقاية من النار كما في قوله ﷺ‬ ‫«فاتقوا النار‪ ،‬ولو بشق تمرة»‪.‬‬ ‫ثالثاً‪ :‬أن المتصدق في ظل صدقته يوم القيامة كما في‬ ‫حديث عقبة بن عامر قال‪ :‬سمعت رسول الله ﷺ‬ ‫يقول «كل امرىء في ظل صدقته‪ ،‬حتى يقضى بين‬ ‫الناس» وقد ذكر النبي ﷺ أن «من السبعة الذين‬ ‫يظلهم هللا في ظله يوم ال ظل إال ظله‪ ،‬رجل تصدق‬ ‫بصدقة فأخفاها‪ ،‬حتى ال تعلم شماله ما تنفق يمينه»‪.‬‬ ‫رابعاً‪ :‬أن في الصدقة دواء لألمراض البدنية كما في قوله‬ ‫ﷺ «داووا مرضاكم بالصدقة»‪.‬‬ ‫خامساً‪ :‬أن صاحب الصدقة يبارك الله له في ماله كما‬ ‫أخبر النبي ﷺ عن ذلك بقوله «ما نقصت صدقة من‬ ‫مال»‪ .‬وكذلك تدعو المالئكة للمتصدق بأن يبارك الله‬ ‫له في ماله وفي ذلك يقول ﷺ «ما من يوم يصبح‬ ‫العباد فيه إال ملكان ينزالن فيقول أحدهما‪ :‬اللهم أعط‬

‫منفقاً خلفاً‪ ،‬ويقول اآلخر‪ :‬اللهم أعط ممسكاً تلفاً»‪.‬‬ ‫سادساً‪ :‬أن صاحبها يدعى من باب خاص من أبواب‬ ‫الجنة يقال له باب الصدقة كما في حديث أبي هريرة‬ ‫رضي الله عنه أن رسول الله ﷺ قال «من أَ ْن َفقَ‬ ‫زوجينِ في سبيلِ هللاِ‪ُ ،‬نود َِي في الجنةِ‪ :‬يا عب َد هللاِ ! هذا‬ ‫باب الصالةِ‪،‬‬ ‫خي ٌر‪ ،‬فمن كان من أهلِ الصال ِة ُدع َِي من ِ‬ ‫باب الجهادِ‪ ،‬و َمن‬ ‫ومن كان من أهلِ الجهادِ‪ُ ،‬دع َِي من ِ‬ ‫باب الصدقة‪ ،‬و َمن كان‬ ‫كان من أهلِ الصدقةِ‪ُ ،‬دع َِي من ِ‬ ‫باب ال َّر َّيانِ ‪ ،‬فقال أبو بك ٍر‬ ‫مِن أهلِ الصيا ِم‪ُ ،‬دع َِي من ِ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫رسول هللاِ ! ما َع َلى من ُيدعى من هذه‬ ‫الصديقُ ‪ :‬يا‬ ‫األبواب ك ِّلها ؟‬ ‫األبواب من ضرورةٍ‪ ،‬فهل ُيدعى أحدٌ من‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫قال ‪ :‬نعم‪ ،‬وأرجو أنْ تكونَ منهم»‪.‬‬ ‫سابعاً‪ :‬أنَّ الصدقة ٌ‬ ‫دليل على صدق العبد وإيمانه كما‬ ‫في قوله ﷺ «والصدقة برهان»‪.‬‬ ‫ثامناً‪ :‬أنَّ الصدقة مطهرة للمال لمن يعمل في التجارة‬ ‫و البيع والشراء‪ ،‬تخلصه من الذنوب التي يكتسبها من‬ ‫جراء اللغو‪ ،‬والحلف‪ ،‬والكذب‪ ،‬والغفلة و المنكرات و‬ ‫تطهره فقد كان النَّبي ﷺ يوصي ال َّتجار بقوله «يا‬ ‫معشر التجار‪ ،‬إنَّ هذا البيع يحضره اللغو والحلف‬ ‫فشوبوه بالصدقة»‪.‬‬

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‫‪Brisbane Office:‬‬ ‫‪16 Queens Rd,‬‬ ‫‪Slacks Creek QLD 4127‬‬ ‫‪P 07 3493 4222‬‬

‫‪Adelaide Office:‬‬ ‫‪307 Wright St,‬‬ ‫‪Adelaide SA 5000‬‬ ‫‪P 08 7200 2882‬‬

‫‪Melbourne Office:‬‬ ‫‪149 Sydney Rd,‬‬ ‫‪Coburg VIC 3058‬‬ ‫‪P 03 8374 3000‬‬

‫كفالة أسرة فقيرة‬ ‫بحاجاتها الفذائية لشهر رمضان‬

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‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪83‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫رمضان‬ ‫شهر التراحم‬ ‫والبركات‬ ‫رمضان شهر مبارك للمسلمين في أرجاء المعمورة‪ ،‬يحثنا هذا الشهر الفضيل على‬ ‫التراحم وتذكُّر الضعفاء والمنكوبين والمحتاجين‪ .‬يترقب المسلمون هذا الشهر‬ ‫لينالوا شرف الصوم والسمو الروحي‪ ،‬وليجودوا بما أنعم هللا عليهم من العطايا‬ ‫والنعم ويشاركوا بها الفقراء والمحتاجين بغية الفوز برضى هللا‪.‬‬ ‫في هذا الشهر ينتفع المحتاجين بالصدقات ويفوز المتصدقون الكرماء بنقاء‬ ‫نفوسهم واالرتقاء عند هللا درجات رفيعات‪ .‬شهر رمضان يعزز التكافل والوحدة‬ ‫بين أفراد المجتمع على اختالف مشاربه من خالل التحفيز على أعمال الخير من‬ ‫زكاة فطر وإطعام صائم وكسوة عيد وغيرها‪.‬‬

‫زكاة الفطر‬ ‫أو ً‬ ‫ال‪ :‬تعريفها وحكمها‬

‫ثانيا‪ :‬على من تجب؟‬

‫ثالثًا‪ :‬مقدار زكاة الفطر‬ ‫ونوعها‬

‫مسلم عب ٍد أو ح ٍّر‪َ ،‬ذكرا‬ ‫‪ -1‬تجب زكاة الفطر على كل‬ ‫ٍ‬ ‫كان أو أنثى‪ ،‬صغيرا أو كبيرا‪ ،‬غنيا أو فقيرا‪ .‬ويخرجها‬ ‫وعمن يعول‪ ،‬وتخرجها الزوجة عن‬ ‫الرجل عن نفسه َّ‬ ‫نفسها أو يخرجها زوجها عنها‪ .‬وال يجب إخراجها عن‬ ‫الجنين وإن كان يستحب ذلك عند أحمد بن حنبل‬ ‫رضي الله عنه‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -2‬وقد اشترط الجمهور أن يملك المسلم مِقدار الزكاة‬ ‫فاض ًال عن قوته وقوت عياله يوم العيد وليلته‪ ،‬وعن‬ ‫سائر حوائجه األصلية‪ .‬وال َّدين المؤجل ال يؤثر على‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫الحال (الذي يجب‬ ‫وجوب زكاة الفطر بخالف ال َّدين‬ ‫تأديته فوراً)‪.‬‬

‫‪ -1‬اتفق األئمة الثالثة‪ :‬مالك والشافعي وأحمد‪،‬‬ ‫ومعهم جمهور العلماء‪ ،‬أن زكاة الفطر صاع من تمر‬ ‫أو شعير أو زبيب أو أقِط أو قمح‪ ،‬أو أي طعام آخر‬ ‫من قوت البلد‪ ،‬وذلك لحديث ابن عمر المذكور آنفاً‪،‬‬ ‫ولحديث أبي سعيد الخدري‪« :‬كنا ُنخرج زكاة الفطر‬ ‫إذ كان فينا رسول هللا ﷺ صاعاً من طعام‪ ،‬أو صاعاً‬ ‫من تَمر‪ ،‬أو صاعاً من َشعير‪ ،‬أو صاعاً من زَبيب‪ ،‬أو‬ ‫صاعاً من أقِط‪ ،‬فلم نزل كذلك حتى نزل َعلينا معاوية‬ ‫المدينة‪ ،‬فقال‪ :‬إني ألرى ُمدَّ ين من َسمراء الشام ‪-‬أي‬ ‫قمحها‪ -‬يعدل صاعاً من تمر فأخذ الناس بذلك» رواه‬ ‫الجماعة‪.‬‬ ‫وقال األحناف‪ :‬زكاة الفطر صاع من كل األنواع‪ ،‬إ ّال‬ ‫القمح‪ ،‬فالواجب فيه نصف صاع‪ .‬واألحوط اعتماد‬ ‫الصاع من كل األنواع‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -2‬والصاع أربع حفنات بك َّفي رجل معتدل الكفين‪،‬‬ ‫أو أربعة أمدد‪ ،‬ألن الم ّد هو أيضاً ملء كفي الرجل‬ ‫المعتدل‪ ،‬والصاع من القمح يساوي تقريباً ‪2176‬‬ ‫غراماً‪ ،‬أما من غير ذلك فقد يكون أكثر أو أقل‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -3‬وتخرج زكاة الفطر من غالب قوت البلد‪ ،‬أو من‬ ‫غالب قوت المزكي إذا كان أفضل من قوت البلد‪،‬‬ ‫وهذا رأي جمهور الفقهاء واألئمة‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -4‬ويجوز أداء قيمة الصاع نقوداً فهي أنفع للفقير‪،‬‬ ‫وأيسر في هذا العصر‪ ،‬وهو مذهب األحناف وروي‬ ‫عن عمر بن عبد العزيز والحسن البصري‪.‬‬

‫‪ -1‬زكاة الفطر أو صدقة الفطر هي الزكاة التي سببها‬ ‫الفطر من رمضان‪ .‬فرضت في السنة الثانية للهجرة‪ ،‬أي‬ ‫مع فريضة الصيام‪ .‬وتمتاز عن الزكوات األخرى بأنها‬ ‫مفروضة على األشخاص ال على األموال‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -2‬واتفق جمهور العلماء أنها فريضة واجبة‪ ،‬لحديث‬ ‫ابن عمر‪« :‬أن رسول هللا ﷺ فرض زكاة الفطر من‬ ‫رمضان صاعاً من تمر أو صاعاً من َشعير على ّ‬ ‫كل ح ٍّر‬ ‫أو عبد أو أمة»‪.‬‬ ‫‪ -3‬وقد ب ّين رسول الله ﷺ حكمتها وأنها طهرة للصائم‬ ‫من ال َّلغو وال َّرفث اللذين ق َّلما يسلم صائم منهما‪ ،‬وهي‬ ‫ُطعمة للمساكين حتى يكون المسلمون جميعاً يوم‬ ‫العيد في فرح وسعادة‪.‬‬

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‫تابعنا على مواقع‪ ،‬لتواصل‪ ،‬الجتماعي‬

‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

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‫االفتتاح الكبير لمطاعم (شاميات) في ملبورن‬

‫ملبورن – الناس‬ ‫نيوز‬ ‫افــتــتــحــت شــركــة مطاعم‬ ‫“شاميات” ملبورن األسترالية‬ ‫فروعها بعد التوسعة والديكورات‬ ‫الجديدة‪ ،‬بحلة مميزة نالت‬ ‫إعــجــاب معظم الزبائن من‬ ‫العرب واألجانب‪،‬‬ ‫ورحب المهندس عطالله عبو‬ ‫وزوجته الشيف هيلدا الموراني‬ ‫وابنهما عبود بكل الضيوف‬

‫الكرام الذين شاركوا في حفل‬ ‫االفتتاح الكبير على إيقاع‬ ‫“العراضة” الشامية السورية‪،‬‬ ‫شاكرين ومقدرين مشاركتهم‬ ‫واهتمامهم ‪.‬‬ ‫وأبــدى المشاركون الضيوف‬ ‫إعجابهم بــالــمــأكــوالت التي‬ ‫قدمتها إدارة “شاميات”‪ ،‬حيث‬ ‫الجودة والنكهة المميزة للمطبخ‬ ‫الــســوري العريق الــذي يضم‬ ‫داخله تنوع عدد كبير من مطابخ‬ ‫حوض المتوسط‪.‬‬

‫وتعتمد شركة مطاعم “شاميات”‬ ‫في صناعة مأكوالتها يومي ًا على‬ ‫سيدات مطبخ خبيرات‪ ،‬يقدمن‬ ‫كل مأكوالت طازجة (فريش)‪.‬‬ ‫وتتميز أيضا مطاعم “شاميات”‬ ‫بالكرم واألسعار المناسبة‪ ،‬فض ًال‬ ‫عن تخصصها كمطاعم تقدم‬ ‫“الطبخ” المنزلي‪.‬‬ ‫وافتتحت الــشــركــة “مقهى‬ ‫شاميات” الذي يستقبل زبائنه‬ ‫كل صباح حتى فترة بعد الظهر‪،‬‬ ‫حيث تبدأ بعد ذلك فترة العشاء‬

‫في المطعم ذي الطراز الدمشقي‬ ‫العريق‪ ،‬وبذلك يمكن القول ان‬ ‫الم َثل الدارج (شاميات ‪ 3‬بواحد)‬ ‫أصبح متوفر ًا لكل العائالت‪.‬‬ ‫فيما يقدم قسم الحلويات‬ ‫“شــامــيــات ســويــت” أنـــواع‬ ‫الحلويات والبوظة والعصائر‪.‬‬ ‫وتستقبل شركة “شاميات”‬ ‫لــلــمــواد الــغــذائــيــة حــجــوزات‬ ‫المسبقة للمناسبات‪ ،‬كما إنها‬ ‫تلبي الطلبات الخارجية لكافة‬ ‫المناسبات العائالت والعامة‪.‬‬

‫وتركت شركة “شاميات” للمواد‬ ‫الغذائية بصمتها لدى المجتمع‬ ‫األسترالي والعربي في مدينة‬ ‫ملبورن عاصمة والية فيكتوريا‬ ‫األسترالية‪ ،‬حيث باتت المطاعم‬ ‫السورية عالمة بارزة في المشهد‬ ‫العام في سوق الضيافة‪.‬‬ ‫وتوفر شركة شاميات العديد‬ ‫من فرص العمل المباشرة وغير‬ ‫المباشرة‪.‬‬

‫‪Islamic association‬‬ ‫‪of logan city‬‬

‫‪Hajj Jamal El Kholed‬‬

‫‪Ramadan‬‬ ‫‪Mubarak‬‬

‫‪262 Third Avenue, Kingston QLD‬‬ ‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫الوسط االسترالي‬

‫بعد التوسعة الجديدة‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪85‬‬ ‫الوسط االسترالي‬

‫اجعل‬

‫رئيس الوزراء األسترالي السابق يتحدث عن‬ ‫أسوأ قرار تتخذه بالده منذ الحرب العالمية األولى‬

‫صرح رئيس الوزراء‬ ‫األسترالي السابق‪،‬‬ ‫بـــول كــيــتــنــغ‪ ،‬بــأن‬ ‫قرار بالده المشاركة في برنامج‬ ‫الغواصات النووية ضمن تحالف‬ ‫“أوكـــوس”‪ ،‬هو أســوأ قراراتها‬ ‫في السياسة الدولية منذ الحرب‬ ‫العالمية األولى‪.‬‬ ‫وأوضــح كيتينغ‪“ ،‬أن الحكومة‬ ‫األسترالية الحالية بزعامة‪ ،‬أنتوني‬ ‫ألبانيز‪ ،‬بمشاركتها في برنامج‬ ‫الغواصات النووية‪ ،‬تعيد البالد‬ ‫إلى سيطرة مستعمرتها بريطانيا‪،‬‬ ‫بحجة ضمان أمنها في آسيا‪،‬‬ ‫لكن النتيجة الحتمية أن أستراليا‬ ‫ستمضي نصف القرن المقبل تحت‬ ‫السيطرة األمريكية”‪.‬‬ ‫وأشــار كيتينغ‪ ،‬إلــى االندفاع‬ ‫غير المسبوق من قبل الحكومة‬ ‫األسترالية الحالية تجاه الواليات‬ ‫المتحدة‪ ،‬معتبرة إياها القوة‬

‫االستراتيجية المحورية في‬ ‫المنطقة‪ ،‬رافضة بهذا السعي‬ ‫تحقيق التوازن مع دول الجوار‪.‬‬ ‫وأضاف كيتينغ‪ ،‬أن ألبانيز يعتزم‬ ‫شــراء غواصات لن تكون تحت‬ ‫سيطرة أستراليا‪ ،‬وإنما ستبقى‬ ‫تحت السيطرة العملياتية لكل‬ ‫من الواليات المتحدة وبريطانيا‪،‬‬ ‫إضــافــة إلــى أنها ستدفع ثمن‬ ‫أسطول من الغواصات النووية‬ ‫التابعة للبحرية األمريكية‪.‬‬ ‫ونوه كيتينغ‪ ،‬بأن أستراليا تفقد‬ ‫إرادتــهــا الحرة تدريجيا‪ ،‬وأن‬ ‫سيادتها تخضع حاليا إلرادة‬ ‫وأهواء الواليات المتحدة‪.‬‬ ‫وشــدد كيتنغ على أن برنامج‬ ‫الغواصة النووية “يكلف أكثر بعدة‬ ‫أضعاف من أي مشروع وطني‪،‬‬ ‫لكن أحدا لم يوضح لألستراليين‬ ‫نوع التهديد الذي ينتظرهم”‪.‬‬ ‫وألمح إلى أن أستراليا ستقدم‬

‫وجهتك األولى‬

‫من طرف واحد مبلغ ‪ 245‬مليار‬ ‫دوالر أمريكي‪ ،‬لدعم القطاعات‬ ‫الدفاعية في الواليات المتحدة‬ ‫وبريطانيا‪ ،‬لبدء مشروع إمداد‬ ‫كانبرا للغواصات النووية‪.‬‬ ‫وأفــــادت صحيفة “واشنطن‬ ‫بــوســت”‪ ،‬في وقــت سابق‪ ،‬بأن‬ ‫الواليات المتحدة ستقوم ببيع‬ ‫‪ 5‬غــواصــات نــوويــة مــن طــراز‬ ‫“فيرجينيا”‪ ،‬ألستراليا خال األعوام‬ ‫الـ ‪ 10‬المقبلة‪.‬‬ ‫عقب ذلـــك‪ ،‬ستبدأ أستراليا‬ ‫وبريطانيا بالعمل على تطوير‬ ‫نــمــوذج جــديــد لــلــغــواصــات‪،‬‬ ‫باستخدام تكنولوجيا أمريكية‬ ‫يطلق عليها “إس إس إن‪-‬أوكوس”‪،‬‬ ‫من المتوقع أن يتم تسليمها بحلول‬ ‫العام ‪.2040‬‬ ‫المصدر‪ :‬تاس‬

‫اتحاد ابناء الشمال اسرتاليا‬ ‫الوسط ¿ العدد ‪ ¿ 139‬رمضان ‪ 1444‬هـ ¿ آذار ‪AL WASAT ¿ Issue 139 ¿ Ramadan 1444 ¿ March 2023‬‬

‫‪SMARTRAVELLER‬‬ ‫أطلقت الحكومة األسترالية في ‪ 22‬اذار ‪2023‬‬ ‫حملتها الجديدة المتعلقة بـ ‪Smartraveller‬‬ ‫لتشجيع المسافرين األستراليين على جعل موقع‬ ‫‪ Smartraveller‬وجهتهم األولى‪.‬‬ ‫يغادر أستراليا كل شهر أكثر من مليون شخص‪ ،‬وفي أي وقت‬ ‫يكون هناك حوالي ‪ 1250‬حالة يحتاج فيها أستراليون إلى‬ ‫المساعدة وهم في الخارج‪.‬‬ ‫إن أفضل طريقة للمحافظة على سالمتك هي أن تكون‬ ‫مستعدا‪.‬‬ ‫ً‬ ‫سواء كنت تقوم بالسفر ألول مرة أو كنت من المسافرين‬ ‫بشكل منتظم‪ ،‬أو إذا كنت ذاه ًبا لقضاء عطلة‪ ،‬أو لزيارة العائلة‪،‬‬ ‫مستعدا بصورة كاملة‪.‬‬ ‫أو للعمل‪ ،‬من المهم أن تكون‬ ‫ً‬ ‫توجد في موقع ‪ Smartraveller‬نصائح عن السفر والثقافات‬ ‫ألكثر من ‪ 175‬وجهة‪ .‬يمكنك االشتراك للحصول على أحدث‬ ‫النصائح والتنبيهات بشأن األماكن التي تقصدها‪.‬‬ ‫قبل التخطيط لرحلتك‪ ،‬تحقّق م ّما إذا كان لديك جواز سفر‬ ‫ساري المفعول‪ ،‬وابحث عن متطلبات التأشيرة‪ ،‬واحصل على‬ ‫تأمين السفر المناسب‪ ،‬واألهم من ذلك‪ ،‬اقرأ ‪Smartraveller‬‬ ‫واشترك فيه‪.‬‬ ‫إن الكثير من األستراليين متش ّوقون الحتمال السفر مرة‬ ‫أخرى‪ .‬لذلك تجنّب العثرات في رحلتك القادمة‪ .‬اجعل موقع‬ ‫‪ Smartraveller‬وجهتك األولى‪.‬‬ ‫للمزيد من المعلومات ّ‬ ‫تفضل بزيارة‪:‬‬ ‫‪Smartraveller.gov.au‬‬

‫جمعية أبناء الضنية الخريية‬

‫‪El Dunnieh Sons Charity Association‬‬ ‫‪274 Miller Rd Villawood NSW 2163‬‬

‫رمضان ‪Ramadan 2023‬‬

‫‪86‬‬ ‫رمضانيات‬

‫آيات الصيام‬ ‫في القرآن الكريم‬ ‫تم ذكر الصيام في مواضع‬ ‫كثيرة في القرآن الكريم لما‬ ‫له من أهمية وثواب عظيم‬ ‫وأحكام خاصه البد للمسلم من معرفتها‬ ‫وفيما يلي اآليات التي تم ذكر الصوم‬ ‫فيها‪:‬‬ ‫(… َر َق َب ٍة ُّمؤ ِْمنَة َف َمن ل َّْم َيجِ ْد ف َِص َي ُام‬ ‫شَ ْه َر ْينِ ُم َتتَا ِب َع ْينِ َت ْو َب ًة ِّم َن ال َّل ِه …) ‪92‬‬ ‫النساء‬ ‫(… ت َْحرِ ُير َر َق َبة َف َمن ل َّْم َيجِ ْد ف َِص َي ُام‬ ‫َ�ث َاَل َث ِة َأ َّي ٍام َٰذ ِل َك َكفَّا َر ُة َأ ْي َما ِن ُك ْم …) ‪89‬‬ ‫المائدة‬ ‫ين َأ ْو َع ْدلُ َٰذ ِل َك ِص َي ًاما‬ ‫(… َط َع ُام َم َسا ِك َ‬ ‫ِّل َيذُوقَ َو َب َال َأ ْمرِ ِه َعفَا ال َّل ُه …) ‪95‬‬ ‫المائدة‬

‫( َف َمن ل َّْم َيجِ ْد ف َِص َي ُام شَ ْه َر ْينِ ُم َتتَا ِب َع ْينِ‬ ‫اسا َف َمن ل َّْم َي ْست َِط ْع‬ ‫ِمن َق ْبلِ َأن َي َت َم َّ‬ ‫ِّين ِم ْس ِكينًا َٰذ ِل َك ِل ُتؤ ِْمنُوا بِال َّل ِه‬ ‫َف ِإطْ َع ُام ِست َ‬ ‫ين‬ ‫َو َر ُسو ِل ِه َو ِتل َْك ُح ُدو ُد ال َّل ِه َو ِل ْل َكا ِفرِ َ‬ ‫اب َأ ِل ٌيم ) ‪ 4‬المجادلة‬ ‫َعذَ ٌ‬

‫‪Ramadan Mubarak‬‬

‫َف ُك ِلي َواشْ َربِي َوق َِّري َع ْينًا َفإ َِّما ت َ​َري َِّن‬ ‫ِم َن ا ْل َبشَ رِ َأ َح ًدا َفقُو ِلي ِإ ِّني نَذَ ْر ُت‬ ‫ِل َّلر ْح َم ٰـنِ َص ْو ًما َف َل ْن ُأ َك ِّل َم ا ْل َي ْو َم إ ِ‬ ‫ِنس ًّيا)‬ ‫‪ 26‬مريم‬ ‫اش َع ِ‬ ‫الصاب َِر ِ‬ ‫ين َوالْخَ ِ‬ ‫ات َوالْخَ ِ‬ ‫ات‬ ‫اش ِع َ‬ ‫… َو َّ‬ ‫ين َوا ْل ُمت َ​َص ِّدق ِ‬ ‫ِين‬ ‫الصا ِئم َ‬ ‫َوا ْل ُمت َ​َص ِّد ِق َ‬ ‫َات َو َّ‬ ‫الصا ِئ َم ِ‬ ‫وج ُه ْم‬ ‫ات َوال َْحا ِف ِظ َ‬ ‫ين ف ُ​ُر َ‬ ‫َو َّ‬ ‫َوال َْحا ِف َظ ِ‬ ‫ين ال َّل َه …) ‪35‬‬ ‫ات َوالذَّا ِكرِ َ‬ ‫األحزاب‬

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RAMADANIYAT

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Share the Blessings this Ramadan.

Iftar Meal

Zakat Al Fitr

Eid Gift & Clothing

Provides a complete iftar to let the needy enjoy their Ramadan.

Compulsory Zakat that removes ones sins & provides food to the poor.

Gift a needy child on the day of Eid with a gift and new clothes.

10 per meal

$

15 per person $

25

$

per gift

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Zakat Al Maal

Sponsor an Orphan

Income Generation

Obligatory Zakat Al Maal providing relief to those in need.

Sponsor an Orphan and be with the Prophet (pbuh) in Paradise.

Help needy families generate a sustainable income and rebuild their lives.

2.5%

Human Appeal Australia (HAA) wishes to congratulate you on the start of this sacred month and we ask Allah (SWT) to bless you, your loved ones, and all Muslims around the world. HAA also takes this opportunity to remind you of our brothers and sisters who have been impacted by conflicts and natural disasters.

We invite you to share in the blessings of Ramadan by generously supporting HAA’s various projects, including Zakat Al-Maal, Zakat Al-Fitr, Iftar for the fasting, Eid Clothing, Orphan Sponsorship, Water Wells, Sadaqa Jariyah.

Your contribution will help alleviate the suffering of the displaced, refugee, poor, and needy brothers and sisters in various countries. By doing so, we hope to earn the blessings and satisfaction of Allah (SWT).

50

$

per month

600

$

‫ تبارك لكم بشهر رمضان‬Human Appeal Australia ً ‫مباركا‬ ‫المبارك سائلين اهلل عز وجل أن يكون شهرً ا‬ .‫عليكم وعلى أسركم وعلى األمة اإلسالمية قاطبة‬ ‫من هنا ندعوكم للبذل بسخاء لدعم مشروعاتنا‬ ‫ إفطار‬،‫ زكاة الفطر‬،‫ زكاة المال‬:‫في رمضان لهذا العام‬ ،‫ حفر آبار مياه الشرب‬،‫ كفالة األيتام‬،‫ كسوة العيد‬،‫الصائم‬ ّ ‫لنخفف من‬ ‫مشروعات الصدقة الجارية والطرود الصحية‬ ‫معاناة إخواننا المشردين والالجئين والفقراء والمحتاجين‬ .‫رب رحيم‬ ّ ‫ فننال الب ّر ورضى‬،‫في بلدان عديدة‬

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