RAMADAN MONTH IS COMING: BE PREPARED TO MEET IT

(Holy) RAMADAN MONTH IS COMING: BE PREPARED TO MEET IT.

Please visit the following links to know more about Ramadan and activities during Holy Month of Ramadan (the no.9 month in the Hijri Islamic calendar of 12 months).

http://www.ramadan.com.au/Ramadan Awareness Campaign as the name suggests, is an initiative designed to raise awareness of Islam through the education of Muslims and Non Muslims alike from Australia and International communities, during the most significant month in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan. Locally it aims to promote unity amongst the broader Islamic community through a common platform...please read more on this Islamic site.http://www.ramadan.com.au/

http://www.masjidtucson.org/submission/practices/ramadan/index.html

Introduction to Fasting / Ramadan
Ramadan: Overview
Full details of Fasting from Quran: Chapter 2:183-187
Ramadan : Reflections on Fasting
Religious Duties: A Gift From God: Fasting (Ramadan)
Spiritual Benefits of Fasting: Ramadan, A Gift of Rememberance
Misunderstandings and Violations in Ramadan
The Night of Destiny
Medical Benefits of Ramadan
Ramadan and Thanksgiving
Blessings of Ramadan
Night of Destiny
Ramadan: The Month the Quran was Revealed
Ramadan: Fasting to Enrich our souls
Blessed is the Month of Ramadan
Other Ramadan Links (including e-cards)

http://www.holidays.net/ramadan/index.htm
http://www.holidays.net/ramadan/story.htm
http://www.holidays.net/ramadan/eid.htm
http://www.holidays.net/ramadan/pillars.htm (five pilars of Islamic/Muslim faith).
Facts and Figures about the Islamic Faith http://www.holidays.net/ramadan/did_you_know.htm
Muhammad and the Holy Quran...http://www.holidays.net/ramadan/muhamd.htm

http://www.ramadantimetable.co.uk/ Welcome to Ramadan Timetable UK & Ireland 2008
Iftar Time & Suhoor Ends-CHECK THE TIMINGS ON THE ABOVE USEFUL SITE. ALSO CHECK FOR HALAL (ISLAMICALLY LEGAL) FOOD AND RESTAURANTS SERVING HALAL FOOD ETC.

http://writeoussisterspeaks.wordpress.com/2008/08/18/ramadan-goals-2008/
Ramadan Goals 2008

RAMADAN MONTH IN JAPAN: http://yvonneridley.org/yvonne-ridley/articles/ramadan-in-japan-4.html
http://subzeroinjapan.blogspot.com/2007/09/thank-you-my-hiroo.html....RAMADAN MONTH IN JAPAN...IRAN RESTAURANT IN JAPAN...HIROO MOSQUE

ISLAM IS COMING...

Dear brothers and sisters....

There is nothing to fear about Islam. We know that after Adam the first man, our fore father (peace be upon him) and the first Prophet of Almighty God Allah, Allah sent one Prophet whose name was Nooh (Nuh)-peace be upon him, in Iraq. It's about 10,000 years before. The people in that town were not all muslims. Perhaps majority of them had given up the worship of One God (Monotheism) Almighty Allah. Allah sent them a Prophet to teach them Islam and warn them of their misconduct and wrong ways of living and worshipping. He wanted to purify them and show His Mercy and the path to Salvation. Prophet Nooh lived among them preaching for almost 950 years because those days God had given a long life span to the people. The populaton was very few and the world needed to be populated by humans. By a short life span it was not possible. Perhaps this is one of the reasons, God gave them long life span.

Prophet Nooh started preaching them Islam as per God's guidance and command. But the people were always adamant. They started ridiculing and finally they came to terrorise the Prophet and Muslims who believed One God Allah and His Prophet Nooh. But the Prophets were sent by Allah and they did never succumbed to the terrorists and athiests. They would implore Allah for His help and also the guidance for the people. But in the case of these people of Prophet Nooh (Nuh or Noha) they were given sufficient time by Allah and finally Allah's Prophet beseeched Allah's punishment for these wicked people. Then Allah sent them the terrible rain for 40 days and that drowned them all except those who were already believers of Allah and His Prophet Noah and His Religion and Message (Islam).

Allah gave only One Religion Islam via all His Prophets for the people. But the laws were different at different times due to the nature of the period of the living conditions of the people. [(Finally Allah completed Islam at the hands of Final Prophet Mohammad (Muhammad)-peace be upon him) and gave the complete laws which were so flexible that they can be applied until the end of the world. This is the Decree of God and not the innovation of some arabs or other muslims. We don't have to boast. We don't have to boast how Allah has created the whole universe, stars much much bigger than the earch, Oceans and Seas that hold enornous amount of water and have great depths and if Allah unleashed them unto the world (part of human habitation), the water will be everywhere and none will survive except Allah willed so for him or her. Allah can save anything, that is upto Him to do. It is His capacity and truly in His power. Nothing is impossible for Him. Fire, Atombomb nor anyother thing can touch Him nor harm Him. All these could harm us and the created things.

Prophet Noah had built before this terrible rain and deluge, a ship under the guidance and command of Allah because Allah told Him to do so and to lead His Believers on this ship when the calamity will strike from Him. So all those who believed as muslims in Allah and Prophet Noah, were able to follow the Prophet and embark on this ship just in time when it started raining. The people laughed (who did not believe in Islam). But as the rain water increased the people were caught in the water and got swept away. If only they had believed in Allah and His Prophet instead of the idols and stones and trees whom they worshipped. Now these stones and trees were uprooted and they could not save themselves let alone save their worshippers.

Then from these about 70 persons who had become Muslims along with the Prophet Nuh or Nooh, were saved by Allah and they landed on some land and carried on their life as per Islam. Through these surviving 70 persons (men and women), Islam spread and also the human population. Now here we ask one question to all non muslims: How come they are here today if their ancient parents (these 70 persons) weren't there at all. Now understand that because of these 70 persons who were muslims, today all human beings are living. These Muslims are your and our fore-parents and we must recognise this truth.

We must respect Islam which is the Religion of Man from the beginning. Which was given to Adam-the first Prophet and our first parent also-peace be upon him by Allah.

Those who deny the truth of Allah, Islam, Qur'an, Prophet Mohammad have sufficient proofs and aruments to believe in Islam. So we should not be like the ungrateful and unlucky persons of the time of Prophet Noah (Nuh or Noha) who did not heed the call of Islam and got swept away in the enormous amount of water. If we can not fight against a few waves of water, then do you think that you can fight and win against Almighty, Superior Being, Allah -The Lord and God of all humans.

Moses, Jesus and all Prophets of Allah taught the simple truth, that is to worship Allah alone and believe and follow His Guidance and Commands and that is called as Islam by Allah Himself. This name Islam was given by Allah Himself and not the innovation of Arabs or Egyptians. So we can't fool our own intellect and wisdom. Let us believe in Allah, Islam, Qur'an and All His Prophets.

By believing in Islam, all people, Hindus, Christians, Jews, Buddhists, Chinese, Communists, Athiests and others are confirming that they are thankful to Allah and they are His True Servants. They do not want to be led by mischief makers nor satan's agenda (to lead us to Hell Fire by taking us away from Allah). How sad and mad you will be if some one snatches away your baby? Now how can any human being allow himself or herself to be prevented from coming to Almighty Allah who gives all our food, air, water, etc....think over and over again and come to your just judgement.

Say : Allah is my only Lord and God and Muhammad (Mohammad-peace be upon him), is the (Final) Messenger and Prophet of Allah. Follow the light of Allah -that is His Book-Al Qur'an.

May Allah bless us all and make our homes, cities and places safe for all of us and save us in this world and after death from His Punishment. Aameen.....

TOURISM IN MUSLIM COUNTRIES: EXPLORE THE GREAT SIGHTS AND SCENES OF HISTORIC AND NATURAL IMPORTANCE

TOURISM IN MUSLIM COUNTRIES: EXPLORE THE GREAT SIGHTS AND SCENES OF HISTORIC AND NATURAL IMPORTANCE: YOU ARE MOST WELCOME TO MUSLIM COUNTRIES TO VISIT AND ENJOY THE BIT OF SACRED LIFE:


Payvand's Iran News ...
03/23/08
Iran: Tourists Attractions
Report source: IRNAPayvand.com -- Iran is a country with enormous cultural and historical attractions which draw in landmark number of tourists in different seasons of the year, especially in spring and at time of Noruz, marking start of the New Year. The attractions and beauties of the country are scattered in different parts and cities of it. The most attractive tourist cities of the country are as follows:
ABYANEH Being a village of great antiquity, Abyaneh is like a living architectural and anthropological museum. It affords an impressive exponent of adaptation of man with his environment. It is located on the northwestern slope of Karkas Mountains, 20 kms away form Natanz. Considering the evidence found in Abyaneh, it dates back to antiquity, but its golden age was during the Safavid period. The village is expanded along the river, and its configuration indicates that the past people showed much consideration for security. The language spoken by the people in Abyaneh is similar to the Parthian language. Among the attractions of Abyaneh the Jam'e Mosque, Yarzaleh, Hajatgh Mosque, and Zeyaratgah are notable. Considering the evidence found in Abyaneh, it dates back to antiquity, but its golden age was during the Safavid period. The village is expanded along the river, and its configuration indicates that the past people showed much consideration for security. The language spoken by the people in Abyaneh is similar to the Parthian language. The Castle of Haman, two houses of Dervishes dating back to Safavid era, and the remain of two fire-temples dating back to Sassanid epoch (built in an architectural style called Chahar Taqi (four-arch style). YARZALEH MOSQUE Situated in one of the most ancient neighborhoods of Abyaneh, this mosque has an impressive sanctuary. The date carved on the front door indicates that the mosque dates back to 14th century Hajat gah Mosque Located beside Mt Sakhreh Kuh, this mosque dates back to the Safavid period. Its sanctuary has pillars of wood, on which some verses of the Koran have been inscribed. ZEYARATGAH Zeyaratgah meaning Shrine, is a magnificently impressive monument, attracting a large number of visitors each year. There are flowerbeds, brooks, a pool and a large veranda opening onto the vivid green valley of Abyaneh, making Zeyaratgah a place worthwhile seeing. QAZVIN The city of Qazvin is located west to Tehran. It is founded in the time of Sassanid Shapour I, famous as Shad Shapour, in order to prevent the invasions of Dialameh and it was gradually developed as the main nucleus of Qazvin city. After the invasion of Arabs to Iran and commencement of Islamic conquests, the city was surrounded by one of the famous Arab commanders and in the year 25th it became one of the military bases of Arab forces. Qazvin was selected as capital by Safavid and several buildings and monuments were constructed over there.
photo by Syma Sayyah
Among the attraction of Qazvin we can find: Jame' Mosque, Castle of Alamout, Yaleh Gonbad and Kafar Gonbad domes, and several caravanserai, gates, mosques and castles. CASTLE OF ALAMOOT Being constructed by Hassan Sabbah the leader of Ismaillieh movement on 5th century, the Castle of Alamoot is one the most attractive Castles in Iran. This Castle was attacked by Mongol Holakoo and was the witness of long clashes and wars between central government and Ismailieh.Once difficult to reach by tourists because of being 270 km away Tabriz on the way to Astara and the Caspian from eastern Azarbayijan, nowadays Ardabil is the capital of Ardabil Province. It is 588 km to the northwest of Tehran. And in contrary to what the foreign visitors might have read in publications available abroad, here in Iran this old town can be reached both by road and air. It is located in an altitude of 1,300 m above sea level and is 210 km northwest of Bandar-e Anzali and 70 km from Astara on a good asphalt road, then a twisting scenic mountain road. Ardabil is best known as the birthplace of Shaykh Safi ad-Din (1251-1334) from whom the Safavid dynasty was descended. Shaykh Safi was the founder of a sufi order and monastery in Ardabil, the center of their theocratic community. Ismail, a descendent of him and who was later crowned as the Shah of Persia in Tabriz (1501), was a member of this order, and it is noteworthy that it was during the latter's reign that the majority of Persians were converted to Shi'ah Islam. The most important places to visit In Ardabil are as following: Neior Lake, Shoorabil Lake, marchlands of Ganjgah, Nooshar and Shoorhul, water fall Goorgoor on Sabalan, hot water springs in Sar-Ain , Shaykh Safi Tomb, old bridges of Qara Sou, Eidi Gouz and Guilandeh, the Old Bazaar complex, Stone Cave of Dakhmeh Sangi, and the tower of Shater Gunbadi. SHAYKH SAFI TOMB: Collection of Sheikh Saffieddin Ardebili's Mausoleum includes an architecture of different periods of Iran. Being a unique religious building, it is considered one of the most fabulous monuments in this town. Originally it was the residence of Sheikh Safi. There are two domes one above Sheikh Safi's tomb and the other over Shah Essmaiel Safavids's tomb. Buried in the tombs of the king and his princes, there are some wooden boxes, which are adorned and artistically carved. Shah Abbas (I) Safavid presented some copies of valuable hand- written books as gifts to the graveyard library, but a Russian warlord called Passkowich in 1828 plundered the library. Dating back to over 2500 years ago, Hamadan, the cradle of Median civilization, has numerous historical monuments. It is located in the mountainous area of Zagros in the western Iran. The city of Hamadan the ancient name of which is Ecbatana, has been given an account of the great Median palace of Hegmetaneh, the ruins of which are in the central part of Hamadan as a hill. During the Seljuk period it was the capital of Iran for 50 years. Five kms. from Hamadan there are two inscriptions in cuneiform, called Ganjnameh which is one of the most ancient inscriptions found in the world. In Hamadan we can also find the Mausoleum of Avicenna and Baba Taher the great Iranian doctor and scientist. Mossalla and Abbasabad hills are both the places worthwhile visiting. Mosalla hill, on the slop of which there is a huge stone lion, and Abbasabad hill date back both to the first civilizations of the world. Alavian dome under which there are two tombs belonging to the Alavian Family has impressive plasterwork. Dating back to 800 years ago, it has been decorated with colored tiles.
Alisadr CaveBut the most attractive site in Hamadan is Alisadr Cave which is the longest cave including a lake inside, in the world. GANJNAMEH Dating back to the Achaemenid period, and belong to Darius (550-486 BC) and his son Xerxes, Ganjnameh like other Achaemenid inscriptions, contain prayers to Ahura Mazda (the chief deity of Zoroastrianism) for the protection of the country, and genealogy of the Achaemenid dynasty. MAUSOLEUM OF AVICENNA & BABA TAHER The Mausoleum of Ibn Sina (Avicenna), the great Iranian philosopher has been built on 1954. There is a library with a number of manuscripts in this building. The tomb of Baba Taher-e Oryan (C. 1000 after 1055), the Iranian poet and mystic, has been built in a beautiful park northwest of Hamadan in recent years. ALISADR CAVE According to the specialist Alisadr Cave is one of the most astonishing caves in the world. It is located 60 kms north of Hamadan. Alisadr is a vast cave that contains a lake and a labyrinth of chambers along which one can sail for tens of kms. The clear water of the cave is several meters deep and the cave's walls, floor and ceiling are covered with an abundance of marvelous stalactites and stalagmites and various natural stones that have taken the shape of animals. Locating in the central part of Iran plateau Isfahan province is very well known among the tourists for its rich history and handicrafts. This city was probably constructed under the Achaemenian era. Under the Sassanian Isfahan was conquered by the Moslems on 19 AH. On 1000 the capital of the Safavids was transferred from Qazvin to Isfahan. The tourism potentials of the province are religious sites and buildings with their own antiquity scattered throughout the province annually attracting so many tourists who are interested on the rich history of Iran. Moreover some of these sites, as invaluable and important memorials of the past, reflect great national, cultural, and religious heritage of residents of this region in different historical periods. Among them Chehel Sotun Palace, Jameh' Mosque, Chaharbagh School, Imam Square, which includes itself three magnificent buildings:Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Place of Ali Qapu, Khaju Bridge, Sio-Seh Pol and tens of Imamzadeh, Shrines and tombs, can be pointed. Dating back to circa 2500 year ago, Isfahan has been the capital of Iran in three historical periods. After Islam, the city of Isfahan was under domination of Arabs, like other cities of Iran, till the early 4th century AH. After the invasion of Mongols on 630 AH. Isfahan flourished again especially in Safavid time under the Shah Abbas who ordered the construction of most of the important sites in the city Isfahan. CHEHEL SOTUN The Chehel Sotun Palace (Forty Columns), built amidst a vast garden, is a triumph architecturally. The wall paintings by the famous painter of the Safavid period are superlative in their kind. The building has a veranda with 18 pillars, being mirrored in the still water of a pool lying in front of it. The building and the pool create a beautiful view.photo by Ali Moayedian
The frescoes and painting on the walls depict specific historical scenes such as a reception for an Uzbek King in 1646 when the palace had only just been completed; a banquet in honor of the King of Turkestan in 1611; the battle of Chalderan against the King of Osmanlis in 1514 in which Persians fought without fire-arms and so many historical events. The superb wooden roof of the porch was painted with a series of geometrical decorations interspersed with flowers. The waterproofing of this, and other palaces, was achieved by covering the roof with a fresh layer of beaten earth every year, the weight of which has caused many other collapses. JAME' MOSQUE The Friday Mosque (Masjed Jame') is the oldest mosque in Isfahan. The greater part of the building dates back to the 11th century. Changes and additions were made is subsequent period. Comprehensive restoration and clearing work around the building have been carried out during the past few years. The central courtyard is one of the largest in Iran: 65 meters by 76. The architecture of this mosque is a different from the Safavid mosques. The southern porch opens up on a very wide and elegant arch, the proportions of its architrave, which is wider than it is high, are perfect. This layout reflects a "Mongol" influence and was built under the Timurid dynasty (Tamerlane) in the 15th century. This fine example of an early four-Ivan mosque is situated in an oasis town on the edge of the central Iranian desert. The plain brick arcades of its courtyard are highlighted by a simple monumental inscription while the interior arcading of the dome chamber is ornamented with carved stucco panels and a superb stucco mihrab. CHAHARBAGH SCHOOL The most frequently visited madresseh (school) in Isfahan is Chaharbagh or Sultani formerly Mada-e Shah (the Shah's Mother) situated at the Chahar bagh Avenues. This Coranic School was founded upon the initiative of Shah Sultan Hossein's mother. The Shah was the last of the Safavid sovereigns who, after taking refuge in this very enormous building, was put to death by the Afghan invaders (1622). In order to finance the school, Hossein's mother got a large caravanserai built nearby, the income of which went to the foundation. Nowadays are very few students in the Madresseh, but the caravanserai has become the most famous luxury hotel in Iran. The blue and gold flower-decked cupola flanked by two magnificent minarets can be photographed from the balconies of the hotel rooms. The madresseh was skillfully restored. The caravanserai has become the Abbasi Hotel Imam Square Imam Square (Nagsh-e-Jahan Sq.) is a magnificently impressive sight, known by UNESCO as a unique historical complex. It is surrounded by Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Imam Mosque, Palace of Ali Qapu and Qeysariyeh Bazaar. In Safavid period, the great square was used as a field of horse riding games. IMAM MOSQUE This Mosque is situated to the south of Naqsh-e-Jahan square. Built in the reign of Shah Abbas, tile work and architecture of this mosque are amazingly superb. Its minarets are 48 meters high. This Mosque is one of the finest monuments in the world. The color of ceramic ornaments is the first cause of surprise and admiration. But the size of the buildings surrounding the courtyard is more enormous. The Muslim architect of the building used space and stone for mystical purposes. The first impression of this Mosque is its completely unusual surroundings, the second a breathtaking reaction to the immensity and vacuum of the courtyard, the third the monotonous rectangle of arcades and loggias where minarets mount their blind guard. Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque The Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque stands to the east of Naqsh-e-Jahan Sq. Built in the reign of Shah Abbas, it represents the best example of architecture and tile work of Iran in the 17th century. The beauty of its buff dome fills visitors with enchantment. Shah Abbas and his family used to worship in this mosque. This mosque differs from all others in several respects. While turquoise, blue and pink predominate in the motifs on the facade, elsewhere, especially on the dome, both inside and outside, the main color is yellow. The artist painted on the background delicate interlacing and black or blue flowers. The cupola is recognized as the most perfect in Iran. Uncanny lightening seeps through the windows at the base of the vault. Widespread use is made of the decorative value of calligraphy in the "sols" lettering stile, but there are also realistic miniature- style motifs: flower-bowls, peacocks, cypresses, etc. Another peculiarity of this mosque is that it has neither courtyard nor minaret, since it was not a place for public worship, but was exclusively intended for the King, his family and his close collaborators
ALI QAPU The Ali Qapu Palace is situated to the west of Naqsh-e-Jahan Sq. In the Safavid period it was used for the reception of ambassadors and envoys from other countries. It is a six-storied building, the painting and plasterwork of which are extremely impressive.
photo by Ali Moayedian
The entire upper floor of the palace gatehouse consists of numerous rooms whose walls are decorated with a fretwork of niches and bottle shapes cut into a wood and plaster membrane which lines the walls. KHAJU BRIDGE Turning back toward the city, the first bridge encountered is the Khaju Bridge. It is a magnificent structure with two tires of arches. The lower arches are fitted with locks. When they are lowered, a small lake forms opposite the Royal Palaces built under Shah Abbas II (1650) on the right bank. In the middle of the bridge, the King got a pavilion built which is still intact. On each of the bridge's piers, he got stone seats built so that his subjects could sit there to watch the Zayande River. SIO-SEH POL Another extraordinary bridge in Isfahan is the Sio-Seh Pol (thirty three Arches), also called Allahverdikhan Pol (Allahverdi Bridge), after the architect who built it in 1600 and who was also Abbas the Great's Army Chief. The bridge is about 300 meters in length.
photo by Ali Moayedian
A row of delicate arcades (about 100 of them) lightens its silhouette and lengthens its lines.The city of Kashan, which is situated in the margin of the central desert of Iran, contains several sites and historical monuments attracting many visitors each year. Vestiges found on Seek hills, located 3 km. distant from the town, indicate that this area was a home of prehistoric man. The charm of Kahsan is mainly due to the contrast between the parched immensities of the Kavir (desert) region and the greenery of the well-tended oasis, to the lively atmosphere of this almost compulsory halt, the restful shade of cupola covered houses and the coolness caused by these cupolas are a strange architecture specialized for the cities of desert. This city has a variety of magnificent building, whose constructions refer to past as well as late times, among which the Garden of Fin, the House of Brojerdies, the Mosque and Scholl of Aga Bozorgand so many other interesting sites for the tourists, are notable. FIN GARDEN This Garden, which is located 6 km of Kashan, has been constructed under the command of Shah Abbas Safavid to be used as a water supply for Kashan. The architecture of the garden is in the old Iranian stile, due to which it is of great importance among the monuments of the town. The garden, in which there are historical buildings and two baths with pillars made of marble and ceiling decorated with paintings , is a splendid complex. BORUJERDIS HOUSE The House of Borujerdies was constructed in 19th century and it took about 18 years to be built by about 150 architects and painters and artists. This house containing impressive wall paintings of Qjars Kings portraits, plasterwork, decorations with mirrors and beautiful wind towers above the roof, is an architectural triumph, which attracts numerous visitors each day. THE MOSQUE & SCHOOL OF AGHA BOZORG The Mosque and School of Agha Bozorg with an impressive facade, two lofty minarets and an eye-catching dome follows the original Iranian architecture. Being a province of great antiquity, Kerman contains numerous monuments dating back both to pre-Islamic and post- Islamic periods. It is located in the southeastern of Iran. Being a town of considerable past history, Kerman is attractive for its several ancient monuments of particular originally, among them a group of utilitarian buildings date back to Sassanian era and also Safavid period in the 17th century. The governor of Kerman Ganj Ali Khan, founded notable buildings, most of which have survived and now are called Ganj Ali Khan Complex. Among the monumental buildings in Kerman we can notify Bazaar and the Dome of Jabliyeh. The style of building in Kerman is high walls, narrow alleys and domed roofs. THE GANJ ALI KHAN COMPLEX Taking the mosque, bath, bazaar, school, caravanserai, reservoir and a vast square, this complex is a triumph architecturally. The bath, containing many statues representing different stages of taking bath in traditional fashion, is used as an anthropological museum. The tile-mosaic used in the complex is of considerable beauty. DOME OF JABALIYEH Dating back to the Seljuq period, it was built on the site of Zoroastrian fire-temples. It is an octagonal building roofed with a huge dome. BAM Bam is a city of great antiquity, 200 kms southeast of Kerman. Dates, citrus fruits and henna are the most important crops cultivated in Bam. Dating from 2000 years ago, it was on silk route. The ruins of the ancient city of Bam called Arg-e Bam, are of great attraction. Being one of the world wonders covering 6 sq. kms, Arg-e Bam is the greatest mud-brick construction in the world. Surrounded by lofty walls and towers and a moat, it includes a great number of houses encircling the seat of the ruler, which stand in the center. ARG-E BAM (DAMAGED) Being one of the world wonders covering 6 sq. kms, it is the greatest mud-brick construction in the world.
Surrounded by lofty walls and towers and a moat, it includes a great number of houses encircling the seat of the ruler, which stand in the center. MAHAN Mahan is an impressive town, 42 kms northeast of Kerman, which is probably founded in Sassanid period. Spectacular natural sights and the Mausoleum of Shah Ne'matollah-e Vali, the renowned Iranian mystic and poet, and the Garden of Prince, make it a point of interest. It has the most beautiful minarets of Iran.Lying west of Iran, Kermanshah province with numerous monument and beauties of nature is of great attraction for visitors. In general, it enjoys a mild climate. Kurds, Lors, Arabs and Turks are peoples living in Kermanshah province. According to historical documents, it has been always an important center. Considering its great antiquity and its various historical monuments, this city can represent a remarkable part of the history of Iran. Pol-e Kohne (Old Bridge) having the herring bone arches made of bricks, and Jam'e Mosque, dating back to the 18th century with beautiful brickworks and plasterworks are of more importance. In the suburb of Kerman shah, relics surviving from Circa 900 BC on the hill of Ganj Darreh and three catacombs dating back to the Median age, near Deh-Nou, Ishaqvand village, are very impressive. But the most attractive sites in this area are Bisotun and Tagh-e Bostan, which are both among the astonishing attractions of Iran. TAGH-E BOSTAN This monument, dating back to the Sassanian period, is located 5 km northeast of Kermanshah. This world-famous monument has two magnificent arches carved on the mountain with extreme dexterity.

One part of the carving represents a hunting scene in which the king is hunting and some animals are running away. Another part of the carving shows the ritual of taking crown from God. This is of high importance to those in the ritual of ancient Iran. BISOTUN Situated 25km from Kermanshah, Bisotun is world-famous and magnificently impressive for visitors. A relief of Darius, the king of Persia (512-486 BC), showing him after the victory over the rebels, is a fascinating monument. Some of the other ancient relics are inscriptions in the Babylonian, old Persian and Elamite languages. In historical studies, these inscriptions are extremely important, because they provide a clue to the decipherment of cuneiform. Being one of the centers of Iranian civilization, Khorasan has been of high importance since ancient times. As a satrapy in Achaemenid age and a part of Iranshahr in the Sassanid period, it was regarded as an influential region. After the Arab invasion the people of Khorasan converted to Islam. The shrine of eight Imam of Shiite Muslims Imam Reza (c.768-818) in Mashhad, has increased the province's importance. This is the most important pilgrimage in Iran. TUS The famous city of Tus, located 24 kms west of Mashhad, was the home of Ferdowsi (c.935-1020) the great Persian Poet who spent about 35 years writing his great epic, Shahnameh. Ferdowsi's tomb
MASHHAD Mashhad the provincial capital of Khorasan, containing the holy shrine of Imam Reza, is the most pilgrimage in Iran. The holy shrine and all its courtyards are the significant of the Islamic architecture.
Aqiq and Azadi courtyards belonging to Gowhar Shad are eye-catching places. The sepulcher is enclosed by a golden transenna made by craftsmen from Isfahan. GILAN Enjoying a splendid natural beauty, a pleasant climate, lofty mountains covered with lush vegetation and luxuriant forests the province of Gilan attracts large number of visitors each year. Situated to the south of Caspian Sea, Gilan covers an area of 14709 sq kms. It is also bounded to Talesh Mountains westward and Alborz mountain range southward. The history of Gilan is not so clear till the 6th century BC. But archeological excavation show that the antiquity of the lands in southern parts of the Caspian Sea dates back to the last Freezing Period estimated to 50-150 millennia BC. The most important towns of this province are: Rasht, Astara, Astaneh-Ashrafiyyeh, Anzali, Rudbar, Rudsar, Souma'eh Sara, Talesh, Fuman, and one of the most villages, Masouleh. RASHT Located in the center of the plateau of Gilan, Rasht is 323 kms distant from Tehran. It has a mild humid weather. Dating back to the pre-Islamic period, this city has been an important center for trade and agricultural activities. The Park of Qods, Saafi Mosque, Haj Mohammad khan Mosque, the town hall, and the Mausoleum of Mirza Koochak Khan are among places worthwhile seeing. ANZALI Situated 40 kms northwest of Rasht, this town is the most important northern seaport of Iran. It is a peninsula, 33 kms long separating Anzali swamp from the Caspian Sea. Fishing, exporting Caviar and tourism are among the main sources of income in Anzali. Pol-e Ghazian, the palace of Miyan posht are among interesting places to see.
Anzali swamp, having fascinating landscapes, attract many visitors. The seaport links Iran with Black Sea via Volga-Don channel. FOUMAN The beautiful village of Masuleh is an impressive place situated 35 kms west of Fuman in the mountains of Talesh. Lush vegetation and beautiful nature on the one hand, and low humidity on the other, afford this village a distinctive position. Apart from natural beauty, the unique architecture of the buildings with lattice windows and exquisite decorations attracts many tourists each year. Due to its original architecture this village was registered by the UNESCO. Orumieh is located 18th kms west of Orumieh Lake in a luxuriant plain. The weather in this city is cold in winters and moderate in the summers. The latest archaeological discoveries in Orumieh indicate that the history of this region dates back to 2000 BC. Some historians believe that Orumieh is the birthplace of Zoroaster, the most famous Persian prophet. There had been many historical sites and monuments in Orumieh, which were unfortunately destroyed, in some historical events and invasions of different tribes and clans. The most important historical and eye-pleasing places are as follows: Orumieh lake and its islands Kaboodan, Ashk, Arezoo and Espeer, Mineral waters of Zanbil, Church of Saint Thaddeus, Haftabeh and Qaynarjeh, and many other mosques and monuments. ORUMIEH LAKE "The most beautiful blue" in the world is how people used to describe that water, which contains a concentration of salt almost as heavy as that of the Dead Sea.
photo by NASAThe ancient Persians called it the "Royal Sea". TABRIZ Regarding as the center of Azarbayjan, an immense area in the northwestern Iran, Tabriz has been the center of trade and tourism since the distant past.
photo by Iason Athanasiadis
It is a city of great antiquity and has been the capital of Iran in different periods, as a result of which monuments of rich variety are found in it. The following are of more prominence: Blue Mosque, Arg of Tabriz, IL Goli, the historical Bazaar, Jame' Mosque, City Hall, Clock Tower, Castle of Rashidieh, and many other attractions. Near Tabriz there are so many villages and towns, who are attractive sites for tourists. Some of these villages are: Kandovan, Ahar, Jolfa, Shabestar, Kaleibar and Maragheh. BLUE MOSQUE It is a famous mosque, the interior and exterior facades of which are decorated with some of the finest tile-mosaic in Iran. Dating back to the 15th century, it is a triumph architecturally. ARG OF TABRIZ Arg or citadel of Tabriz, dates back to the 14th century. It is an evidence of heroic resistance of the city's people to the invaders. Arg is a leading tourist attraction of Tabriz. EL GOLI It is a park containing an impressive building and a vast pool encircled by lofty trees in the center. From this garden, you can see a large red cliff overlooking the valley of the Taikel River which was through Tabriz. This beautiful pavilion dates back to Qajar's era. KANDOVAN Kandovan is situated in Oscoo town, near Tabriz. In this village, a unique architecture suitable for mountainous areas has developed. The village's people have managed to preserve their traditions in the course of history. Apart from architecture, the mineral springs of Kandovan has endless fascinating for many tourists. JOLFA Church Saint Stephen, being of considerable attraction architecturally, is in 16 kms west to this village. The construction of this church dates back to 10- 12 AC. There are so many calligraphies in Armenian language in this church, which refers to the way of its construction. Another attracting Church in this city is Holy Mary's Church the construction of which refers to 16 AC. KALIBAR This town is located 165 kms northeast of Tabriz. The Arras River crosses this district from the northern part, and the famous Castle of Babak in this town is located on the mountain. It is located 2600 meters high, west to Kaleibar. Semnan is located 221 kms distance from Tehran. During its long history, this city was occupied by many tribes and its name has been mentioned in many historical books. Semnan was one of the main provinces of ancient Iran. Its inhabitants speak in a specific language, which seems to be one of the ancient dialects of the ancient Persian. The Seljucid minarets with an epitaph in Koofi script on it and the Friday Mosque beside the Minarets, and the Gate of Semnan Citadel, are of the valuable monuments of Semnan. SHIRAZ Situated in Fars province, which is one of the most famous provinces of the Old Persian Empire, Shiraz is known in the entire world as the city of roses and poets, and is located in a specious region of the oldest human civilizations of the world.
Before the Islamic period, two commanders rose from this region and each established a big monarch; the first, the Achaemenid by the king Cyrus, and the second is Sassanid, by the king Ardeshir Babekan. It is remained some attractive and enormous palace worthy of the empire of Achaemenids, Persepolis, Naqsh-e-Rostam, and Pasargad which are among the most attractive sites of the world. The long history of Shiraz has left many historical and cultural places a long side with the natural views, such as Bagh-e-Eram Narenjestan, Vakil Mosque, Bazaar and Castle, Aghigh Mosque, and many other mosques and beautiful houses along with the tombs of two famous Iranian poets Sa'di, Hafez, and the holy shrine of Shah-e-Cheragh. PERSEPOLIS Persepolis is a large bare plain surrounded by mauve cliffs with sharp edges. It is there, in the center of the Marv Dasht basin, 60 km from Shiraz, that Cyrus the great chose, toward the end of his region, to build under the shelter of a fold in the mountains, a palace worthy of the Empire.photos by Syma SayyahPersepolis includes the Achaemenid kings' palaces and tombs, inscriptions carved in the stone, and massive columns. This majestic complex represents the ancient Iranian architecture and art in its superb manifestation. Alexander burned Persepolis the completion of which took 120 years, on 330 BC. The largest building of this complex is Apadana, which belonged to Darius and was used as a place for public audience in New Year celebration. NAQSH-E ROSTAM Naqsh-e Rostam is a sort of "Valley of King", dominated by tall Ochre-colored cliffs, cracked and wrinkled by the wind with half-way up, the cross-shaped cavities of the tombs cut right into the stone.The gaunt beauty of the mountains and the immense landscape are appropriate for the sacred character of this necropolis sheltering, the toms of the main Achaemenian Sovereigns. Form right to left the tombs are those of Xerxes, Darius, the Great Artaxerxes I and Darius II. PASSARGAD Pasargad the capital of Cyrus the Great and Cabyses is to the north of Persepolis in Dasht-e Morghab. It includes the mausoleum of Cyrus, a palace and a stone tower.Mausoleum of Cyrus
Here Cyrus fought and won his last battle against his former suzerain, the Median king Astyages in 550 BC. And Pasargad named for the chief tribe of the Persian, was built as Strabo relates, as a memorial to that epic victory. ERAM GARDEN Baghe Eram or the Eram Garden with old impressive cypress trees and a building with beautiful mirror-incrusted stalactites is a place worthwhile seeing. This is famous for its unique plants and is typical late Qajar Palace, now donated to Shiraz University. NARENJESTAN This famous 19th century Palace consisting of a museum and a garden is among points of interest; its architecture, mirror-incrusted stalactites and paintings are of considerable beauty. The garden consists chiefly of orange-groves from which the Palace acquired its name. VAKIL MOSQUE, BAZAAR & CASTLE The Castle of Karimkhan belonging to the Zand dynasty (1750-1794) is a splendid building located in the center of Shiraz. The architecture, plasterwork, stylized doors and windows, and the four lofty towers of the castle are highly impressive. The Vakil Bazaar also dates back to the Zand period. At the end of bazaar is the traditional Caravansary of Seray-e Moshir.photo by Syma Sayyah
Today it is a center for selling handicrafts produced in Fars. The Vakil Mosque, having four Ivan, a vast sanctuary, massive stone pillars and a stone pulpit, is in the vicinity of the bazaar. HAFEZ & SA'DI The Mausoleums of Sa'di (c.1213-1292), and Hafez (c.1325-1389), the great Iranian poets attract large number of visitors SHAH-E CHERAGH The most important shrine in Shiraz is the mausoleum of Seyyed Mir Ahmad whose title is Shah-e Cheragh (the King of Lights). He is the brother of Imam Reza the eight Imam of the Shi'ites. TEHRAN With nearly 9 million inhabitants Tehran Province is Iran's most densely populated province. The cities of Tehran, Ray who has been destroyed by Mongols on 1220, Damavand, Varamin, Karadj, and Shemiranat are in the province of Tehran. The metropolitan city of Tehran slopes of mountains of Shemiran and Damavand is the world-famous capital of the Islamic Republic of Iran. It has been Iran's capital for only 200 years now.Tehran is a city of four seasons, with hot summers, freezing winters, and brief spring and autumn. The old historical monuments of Tehran date back to Qajar period. Some of them are: The Golestan Palace and Museum, the Shamsolemareh Building, the Imam Khomeini Mosque, the Museum of Carpets with lots of valuable and old carpets, Anthropological Museum, National Iranian Museum containing both the pre-Islam and post-Islam parts, Abgineh or Glass Museum, and the complex of Sa'd Abad and Niavaran, beside a large number of other museums and attractions. YAZD Immense desert and scanty rainfall are the causes of unique architecture emerged in Yazd, attracting many visitors. Moreover, the mysterious silence of the deserts has endless fascination for those who love deserts. Numeral historical monuments date back to Sassanid period, are also counted of the attractions of this city, among which the most important ones are: Jame' Mosque, Amirchakhmagh Mosque and Bazaar, Fire Temple and so many other sites attractive fir tourists. JAME MOSQUE Dating back to 600 years ago, with its huge dome, lofty minarets and impressive tile work is a triumph of architecture. The minarets of this mosque are the highest in Iran; the portal's facade is decorated from top to bottom in dazzling tile work. AMIRCHAKHMAQ BAZAAR & MOSQUE The Bazaar and Mosque of Amirchakhmaq, founded by Amir Chakhmaq, the governor of Yazd, are of great attraction from historical and architectural point of view. The entrance of Bazaar is the greatest one in Iran. FIRE-TEMPLE A Fire-Temple, the fire of which has been brought from Fars Fire- Temple and has been burning since 3000 years, is in the center of the city. This monument, the architecture of which is highly impressive, represent the beliefs of Zoroastrians in a symbolic way.
... Payvand News - 03/23/08 ...

ALLAH-WHOM ALL NEED AT ALL TIMES

Dear brothers and sisters,

Who is not aware of the fact that they all need air, food, water which are the essentials of life, to be alive for all and every one of us?

So learn now, who's behind the scene, who has created all of these for us?

ALLAH, The Almighty is the ONLY ONE who claim authority and ownership to all the things of in the creation including, water we drink, air we breathe, food we eat and so on....

ALLAH gave all human beings a brain to think and also he gave a conscience and wisdom. By having these common things, we recognise ourselves as human beings and we can understand the languages of each other, if we have studied them.

When you study the Book of God Almighty Allah, you will learn so many things. You teach your baby the basics of the language and as he or she grows up, they start learning themselves also by reading the books, looking around etc.

ALLAH gave His Books in different parts of the world, in different times. He gave these books to not to the irresponsible people who could have destroyed it or thrown it away or dishonour it. But he entrusted His Message and His Books to His Chosen, Noble persons called by Himself as His Messengers.

The Four main books that Muslims must believe without any ifs and buts and the essential part of all muslims and they are:

1. Zaboor (Psalms) given by Almighty Allah to Dawood or David -Alaihi salam (peace be upon him).
2. Taurath (Torah) given by Almighty Allah to Moosa or Moses- Alaihi salam (peace be upon him).
3. Injeel (Gospel) given by Almighty Allah to Isa or Jesus or Esu or Yesu Alaihi salam (peace be upon him).
4. Qur'an given by Almighty Allah to His Final Prophet and Messenger and the Leader of all mankind, Prophets and Messengers, the Genie world, the Angels and the whole universe -MUHAMMAD -SALLALLAHU ALAIHI WA SALLAM (peace & blessings of Allah be upon him).

His position was declared by ALMIGHTY ALLAH HIMSELF and who's that who can deny and fight against, Allah's words and still won against ALLAH? Just impossible. Just look at the mosquitos, viruses, bacterias (bacterias and viruses which are not even visible to our bare eyes) but they can cause human deaths by effecting us with a disease. Then how can people think they are stronger? How can the people who do not believe in ALLAH think that they can deny ALLAH, Allah's books, His Prophets and Messengers and still can be victorious?

To be straightforward and put it 100% in a justified way, we must know that we are here not for a useless purpose. If you see beside the road, some poles or cement bags, it it not kept there for useless purpose. It's the property of government or some company and they want to contruct something and as a part of that the workers stored these items beside the road. It's not necessary that government or the company should tell us what they are going to do. But in the case of Allah Almighty, He has conveyed the purpose of creating us and sending us humans on this earth. So he sent Prophets and Messengers to do the duty for telling us how to live as per His Will and Commands. This is called as ISLAM or surrendering to the will of ALLAH ALMIGHTY, peace, success, consolation, salvation etc.

We are here for a test from God Almighty ALLAH and the result will be given after our deaths and the Final Judgment is on the DAY OF JUDGMENT when all people on the earth who came and lived and died will be resurrected or raised again and they will see the truth of Hell and Heaven and the Truth of Allah and His Religion Islam, and the actions and the life style they lives on the earth, in front of their own eyes. There will no saviour except Allah. If you did not believe and worship Allah in your life on the earth (life is given only once on this earth, there is no more lifes on the earth. Once you die, you are taken means your soul which is eternal, by Allah's angels to either Illiyin or Sijjin. These are two stations or compartments where in the souls of good and the bad are stored until the Resurrection or Day of Judgment by ALLAH's command and decision.

Nobody can make change Allah's decision. So the truth is that we are here for a test from Allah. Our actions and thoughts are monitored by Allah. And His Angels (two are there one on each side) are monitoring and recording our actions. So a thief or a murderer can get away from the worldly laws or governments. A minister or ruler can put people to punishment illegally in the sight of Allah by breaking Allah's Laws, by being brutal etc. But Allah has His records with Him and on the Day of Judgment, Allah will show this record and his /her actions will come in front of them (like we can say now to understand, the video images on your ipod or mp4 players etc).

The rich people think they are the chosen ones because they are special people and God has chosen them over other poor suffering people. But actually this is a testing instrument like, for your test, which will decide your fate on the Day of Judgment. If you did not believe in Allah, and your money will be a disaster for you. Such a rich person will come on the Judgment Day in front Allah without any money and wealth and relatives. His wife, children and relatives will be unto their own (such a difficult day will be the Day of Judgment because here on that Day, the Judge will be the Majesty of Allah, the God and Ruler of all whom all must fear and if one does not fear ALLAH, then be prepared to be destroyed but still no death will be given there, to prolong the punishment unto eternity or without end).

This rich person who denied Allah will plead with Allah to send him or her back to earth so that they can do good acts, believe in Allah and do good acts as per His commands and guidance (Islam) but they will be said by Allah that there was one chance only available, and that the Prophets and His Books were sent to guide and He gave man also judgement power, there will be no more chance. Then this miserable doomed person will plead with Allah that he or she will given Allah the world of wealth as ransom to be liberated or saved from the Hell which is shown to them by Allah in front of them, then Allah will reply them that they can not do this because there is nothing left with them now (all they had was in the worldly life only and only once it came),

Now here see the case or the deadly scenario for such miserable rich persons who once were on this 4 days life of the earth! Then what do you think this rich man or woman will do? They will plead passionately and hopelessly with Allah to save them from the punishment by saying that they will give as ransom, double their wealth they possessed on the earth (they are still in a hazy way of thinking that they still possessed the wealth or just were trying to get rid of the impending disastrous permanent life of Hell Fire).

See here what reply they will get from Allah? Allah will see that that is not acceptable and they will cry with utter hoplessness and despair saying that, "if only they were made as dust". But Allah replies them that even that will not happen (that means they had lost their chance-not once, but the daily chances that came to them in several ways, knocking on their minds; one of them may be some news or tv show about Allah, Islam, Quran, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) or a visit and meet with a good muslim or a chance of working with a good muslim co-worker or a travel with him or her, recitation of Qur'an and call to prayer (Azan or Adhan) from the mosques five times daily calling to Allah's worship only, Islamic Books, Magazines, Book fairs etc.)......Then these men and women would cry out that if only they had made as dust and living no more (forgotten for ever) or would not have been born at all....You see how desperate are they now, even though you said in this life that your boss or such and such person is a millionaire or a billionaire, or he is in the top (on in such and such position) in the Forbes list of richest persons....How miserable and doomed situation and life for such deniers of Allah, those who did not believe and worship Allah...These were the people who opposed Allah or just shrugged off the belief in Allah, His Prophets, His Divine Books and His Message and Commands (Islam) which was given by Allah to all His Prophets and Messengers beginning from First man and First Prophet, Syedna Adam-peace be upon him, the father of whole mankind. The people who came later went along with false prides, false prophets and false leaders and the arrogant rich people. So they are doomed for their punishment from Almighty Allah, in the Hell fire.

Allah has not sent us to send us to Hell Fire. He sent us here for a Test. But if we did not utilise our brain and wisdom, persisted in His Denial and mockery of Allah, Prophets, His Books and Islam, then the punishment of Allah is decided as the fate of such people and it's not befitting for human beings to jump into fire, even the animals avoid it doing so. Howcome then humans are so heedless and careless with regard to God Almighty Allah, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), Qur'an and Islam!!!

So let's decide today whether we stand with Allah or against Him in our life (lifestyle, eating style, dressing style, thinking style, reading style, governing our life etc), our actions, our thoughts etc.

May Allah save us all from Hell Fire and Satan's misguidance. Aameen.

DUTCH OFFENSIVE CAMPAIGNS AGAINST ISLAM

Brothers and sisters,

Of late there has been a spate of hateful campaigns by media to outrage other communities against Muslims, Islam and the Final Prophet of Mankind Muhammad (peace be upon him) and Leader of all the Prophets of Almighty God Allah. This is nothing but the most heinous criminal act against God and His Prophet (peace be upon him). We are here on the earth by the Existance of God and His permit.

If He did not create us, sustain us by food, water, air etc we would not have been living here on the earth (it's immaterial were we live, whether we are part of European Union or United States or we live in Africa or Asia, we are all sent by Allah on this earth to Worship Him, see the truth of His creation and thus imagine His existance and power leading to surety that God is there and He has given us all things that we have).

If God did not create Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), He would not have created anyone else, and the whole creation itself. Because then all things would have been meaningless. So much importance is there for this noble personality that we know Him as Almighty God Allah's Prophet and Messenger and Leader of the whole creation.

All of the Prophets and Messengers (peace be upon them all) of Allah had conveyed the good news of future advent of this Greatest Prophet of Mankind, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). All the Prophets had wished and let known their desire to Almighty God Allah that they be allowed to be his followers. But only Prophet Eisa or Jesus' wish was accepted. Why? Because after one death, none is allowed to come back and live on this earth. All the previous Prophets died when their term ended on this earth. But Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him, who lived approximately 600 year before Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was rescued by Allah from falling into the hands of murderers when they came searching for him at the incitement of the some people of his time. He was lifted onto the second heaven and is alive, safe from being harmed by the enemies of Allah and Himself, who came to destroy the Prophet of Islam.

Allah gave all Prophets and Messengers His True Religion, Islam only and nothing else. First Prophet and First Father of all of us (mankind) was Prophet Adam (peace be upon him). He was sent on this earth from the heaven by Allah and then Satan followed as per the Scheme or Plan of Allah for us. Man was created in the heaven and sent to Face The Test from Allah (as in our whole lives, we face it in different ways, daily) until our death. In this Test, Allah wants to see how do we follow His Prophet and thus Allah Himself, because the Prophet and the Messengers are passing us the message and commands of Allah only. The obedience and respect to the Prophet and the Messenger is part of this Test and it's how we respect Allah because they represent Allah. They don't have any other mission than to convey us the Message of Allah and that is called as Islam (meaning Peace, Surrendering to Allah Only and Salvation, Consolation etc).

By surrendering to ALLAH (by means of honouring Him, His Prophets, His words, message, books, etc and following His message strictly and obediently with True Love and Belief),

ALLAH, The Only True God, Lord, Master, Creator, Sustainer, resurrecter, we will get peace in this world and in the Hereafter. The Hereafter life is a permanent one. There is no time limit. It's not millions or billions of years. It's beyond that and has no end. So who wants to suffer here in this world waiting for anything, even for a few moments (let's say, in the restaurant, to be served the food, we can't wait for a few moments and in the railway station or airports, if there is some delay we lose patience and start cursing... Then imagine, if we can't live with a problem for a few moments, how come we are going to burn in the Hell for ever????)

Now you can imagine, how Islam, Qur'an (Allah's Final Book) and Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) play the perfect role in helping us to pass this "DIVINE TEST" of life and lead us to safety by the Will of God Almighty Allah and that will be Truly evident once you face death (when the Angels of Allah come to take your life by His Decree and Command) and then on the Day of Judgment, Allah will show all humans, Hell and Heaven. Then you will think how lucky you have been in that you followed Allah and His Prophet and the Messenger.

The ones who declared Islam as false, rejected Islam, Allah, Qur'an, Allah's Prophets (from Adam to Muhammad-peace be upon them all), made a mockery of them (like they are making in the western countries, evil movies and cartoons now to say that they are true humans, caring for humanity and most civilised and advanced ones on the earth today), they will plead with Allah after seeing the TRUTH of what Allah's Prophets, Messengers, Books and the followers and believers (Muslims) informed while they lived on this earth, to these people that Islam is the Truth and believe therein, lest you should face a Terrible & Everlasting Punishment in the End (in the Hereafter permanent Life), from Almighty Allah for your horrible follies of the Denial of Allah's Truth. But their pleading will not be heard of on that Day even as they today did that to totally nonbearing with and mocking of Allah's Religion-Islam, His Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and Allah's Final Book Al-Qur'an.

Then the winners will be those who believed and did good as per Allah, His Message & Religion -Islam and His Prophets, including Jesus or Eisa (peace be upon him) who will come again as per Allah's Book Al Qur'an, to lead mankind on the Path of Allah when Islam & Muslims will face difficult situations.

....to be continued...

excerpts from the news.....

The 17-minute film, "Fitna," the Arabic word for strife, was first posted late Thursday on Wilder's Freedom Party website. The site crashed immediately with heavy traffic.........

Dutch Prime Minister Jan Peter Balkenende said in a statement that "the vast majority of Muslims reject extremism and violence." "In fact, the victims are often also Muslims. We therefore regret that Mr. Wilders has released this film. We believe it serves no purpose other than to cause offense."

The 17-minute film by Dutch politician Geert Wilders, Fitna juxtaposes passages from the Islamic holy book with graphic footage of terrorist attacks in the United States and Europe. In one scene,the sound of paper ripping can be seen as a reader pages through the Quran.
Put together as a warning that Islam poses a threat to the Netherlands, Fitna includes newspaper headlines about terror attacks, graphic images of beheadings at the hands of Islamic radicals, and a riot-provoking Danish cartoon from 2005 that depicts the prophet Muhammad with a bomb in his turban.
..............Prime Minister Jan Peter Balkenende has reacted to the film Fitna that MP Geert Wilders has released on the internet.
Prime minister Jan Peter Balkenende:
'On behalf of the Dutch government, I would like to respond to the online film by Mr Wilders.
The film shows images of violent acts and holds Islam and the Koran responsible for them. The government condemns such acts and those who commit them.
The film equates Islam with violence. We reject this interpretation. The vast majority of Muslims reject extremism and violence. In fact, the victims are often also Muslims.
We therefore regret that Mr Wilders has released this film. We believe it serves no purpose other than to cause offence. But feeling offended must never be used as an excuse for aggression and threats. The government is heartened by the initial restrained reactions of Dutch Muslim organisations...........