Monthly Archives: October 2012

Short Biography of Imam Bukhari

Posted on October 26, 2012 by nimbleknowledgeworld

His mother woke up with a start and said happily: “What a pleasant dream! Allaah’s messenger Ibraaheem appeared in my dream, and said: “O woman! Allaah restored your son’s eye sight because of your frequent supplications”. She said: “O Allaah, … Continue reading →

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The Indispensable Need for Allah

Posted on October 26, 2012 by nimbleknowledgeworld

The condition of being in absolute need of Allah is one of the most essential states of servitude [‘ubudiyyah]. It has been described to be its reality and crux [1]. Allah says, ‘O mankind! It is you who stand in … Continue reading →

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The Superiority of the First Ten Days of Dhul-Hijjah

Posted on October 21, 2012 by nimbleknowledgeworld

All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the Worlds. May peace and blessings be upon the Chief of the Messengers, Muhammad. Indeed it is a great favour and blessing from Allah that He has made for His righteous servants … Continue reading →

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Piri Reis Map

Posted on October 18, 2012 by nimbleknowledgeworld

Piri Reis (full name Hacı Ahmed Muhiddin Piri – Hajji Ahmed Muhiddin Piri, Ahmed ibn-i el-Hac Mehmed El Karamani; Reis was a Turkish military rank akin to that of captain) was an Ottoman admiral, geographer and cartographer born between 1465 and 1470, and died in 1553.  He is primarily known today for his maps and charts … Continue reading →

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