An unsurpassed legacy has reached its temporal conclusion. The greatest sports figure and celebrity of the 20th century has passed. Rather than mourn his death, we continue to celebrate his life and its many facets. Rather than poorly retelling a complex life story, I chose some amusing images that touch on the breadth of
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On Images of The Prophet
The author explores images of the Prophet Muhammad through creating an historical and cultural timeline sourced from Islamic texts, book art, and paintings. I post this as a point of interest and insight to learn, not for debate. I am not a Muslim, I am not knowledgeable, I offer no opinion, no answers. I do have deep respect and
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Photography by Hussain Khalaf
Outstanding work by Bahraini photographer Hussain Khalaf. He is a freelance photographer whose work is on display, and for sale at 500px. Hussain Khalaf 500px hjmk / Hussain Khalaf
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when honesty is lost
Timeless wisdom found in the words of the Prophet Muhammad. I personally expand it to remind me the mark found of the end in many important things. I find the link to honesty profound. When asked, “When would the Hour (Doomsday) take place?” The Prophet said, “When honesty is lost, then wait for the Hour.” The Bedouin said,
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Ramadan Kareem, Generous Ramadan
Kul ‘am wa enta bi-khair! May every year find you in good health! Ramaḍān, in Islam, is the ninth month of the Muslim calendar and the holy month of fasting. It begins and ends with the appearance of the new moon. Islamic tradition states that on the night of 27 Ramadan—the “Night of Power” (Laylat al-Qadr)—Allah revealed to the Prophet Muhammad the Qurʾān, Islam’s holy
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