Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Bomb in Bahrain interesting yeah ..


Manama, Bahrain - Bahrain's leading Shiite opposition group on Monday warned of possible unrest surrounding the verdict in the case of 19 youths accused of a 2008 bomb attack that killed a policeman.
"We don't want to see security deteriorate before or after the hearing, and we don't want to have new victims, opening the door for a security crisis that benefits no one," Sheikh Ali Salman, secretary general of the Al Wefaq Islamic Society said.
Hamad Town, Bahrain - Several cars were damaged when an apparently homemade bomb exploded in a suburb of Hamad Town, south of the Bahraini capital Manama, early on Tuesday.
The blast, in which no injuries were reported, was the latest in a series of violent incidences after more than 20 opposition figures and some 200 supporters were arrested on August 13.
All those detained are Shiites, who have openly called for a boycott of next month elections and refuse to recognize the country's constitution that was adopted in 2002.
The government has claimed that they are part of a terrorist network which was seeking to overthrow the monarchy.
Opposition groups, as well as local and international human rights organizations have expressed concern over the condition of the detainees and the status of civic freedoms

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

How Eid Celebrations Goes on in Muslim World

What is Eid
During the month of Ramadan, Muslims observe a strict fast and participate in pious activities such as charitable giving and peace-making. It is a time of intense spiritual renewal for those who observe it. At the end of Ramadan, Muslims throughout the world observe a joyous three-day celebration called Eid al-Fitr (the Festival of Fast-Breaking).
Answer: Eid al-Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month which follows Ramadan in the Islamic calendar. It is a time to give in charity to those in need, and celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy.
Before the day of Eid, during the last few days of Ramadan, each Muslim family gives a determined amount as a donation to the poor. This donation is of actual food -- rice, barley, dates, rice, etc. -- to ensure that the needy can have a holiday meal and participate in the celebration. This donation is known as sadaqah al-fitr (charity of fast-breaking).
On the day of Eid, Muslims gather early in the morning in outdoor locations or mosques to perform the Eid prayer. This consists of a sermon followed by a short congregational prayer.
After the Eid prayer, Muslims usually scatter to visit various family and friends, give gifts (especially to children), and make phone calls to distant relatives to give well-wishes for the holiday. These activities traditionally continue for three days. In most Muslim countries, the entire 3-day period is an official government/school holiday.

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