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| BroHanif |
| 03/08/03 at 14:38:23 |
| Salaams, So the date has been set its 17th March. US/UK will most likely declare the intentions of going into Iraq. In response to this and the question arises to what is your community doing to help avert war. (Sis Maliha was going to ask this but I didn't see the thread so seeking ideas) Responses can be in two sections, The Islamic Communty, i.e. the mosques, cultural centre, study circles etc and also other community groups for example, Stop The War, etc etc. Insha-Allah, I'll post my areas efforts and maybe we can share notes and ideas. Salaams Hanif |
| NS |
| Could be doing a lot more! |
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| Maliha |
| 03/08/03 at 15:07:51 |
| [slm] Thanks for posting it Bro Hanif...I was gonna do it...but you know how things go ::) Our community *could* do a lot more...But we have some things planned: a)A conference at the end of March (this is coordinated by the Local University and anti war groups): We'll have everything from teach ins to workshops, poetry readings etc. (its in the Minaret: Reclaim!). b) A series of Civic classes being taught at the Masjid, to make people aware of their rights and responsiblities in this country. c)Tonight we have a meeting to brainstorm more things. Is it March 17th? Is that the date? d)I have been playing around with this idea for a while...a bunch of Muslims work downtown(including myself), i was thinking of running flyers/pamphelts that will carry some important facts and items of action for people to help avert the war, and distribute them during lunch....My family thinks this idea is stupid..what do you guys think? Will it work? Or will people think I am like those Jehova's witnesses...and throw the paper the minute I turn my back? Let me know please. I wrote an email to our Imam blasting him (in a good respectful way) for not doing enough to galvanize our community. I just get mad our Khutbas are *not* addressing the pertinent issues of the Ummah, and every time after Jumuah, the only thing we are told to do is "Don't forget to make duah for your brothers and sisters". I know Duah is the believers best weapon, but at the same time, if our duahs are made while we are sitting in the comforts of our homes doing nothing, what will that really achieve? Its really like there is just no spark, no fire, just a deafitist attitude on everything that's going on..and that's sadly reflected in the whole congregation. I am involved with the University here (although I've *been* out of school), but at least its the only place that seems to have Muslims still willing to make a difference. May Allah helps us all (Amin). Sis, Maliha [wlm] |
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| BroHanif |
| 03/09/03 at 06:10:00 |
| Salaams, Masha-Allah Sis you seem to better organised than us. What we are doing or have done is the following: Had an InterFaith Commnity Gathering, people of faiths and no faiths invited, speeches were held and a declaration signed that there is no war on our name. The Town Hall where this took place was packed, upto 500 people came. Had a Stop The War gathering to discuss how false and hypocritical this war is. Questions were raised to what we can do and it was pretty good I must say. Had a Muslim get together of a few brothers and we discussed what we can do as Muslims, I was one of the speakers and I think it went kinda ok. All three events were good yet the last one concerned me most as to what we can do as an Islaamic community. Some of the action points were: We need to get the scholars together and highlight what the hell is happening. We need to work together as a community, it won't be long before people realise that the Muslims are sitting on their backsides and not doing much. Control our emotions, and use our intellect, theres no point crying and shouting when the 3,000 cluster bombs hit on Iraq because we were told indirectly that it was going to take place but we were too busy occupied in other matters and did not pay notice. Set an e-group or group that has access to the latest information to what are the consequences on the war on Iraq and how they are going to affect us. Work smarter. [quote]A conference at the end of March (this is coordinated by the Local University and anti war groups): We'll have everything from teach ins to workshops, poetry readings etc. [/quote] Whatever you do, shorten your project task to a week or so, according to many US/UK pro war websites, a few days after 17th March the forces go in. The British Secret Air Service (SAS) are already operating inside Iraq. [quote]i was thinking of running flyers/pamphelts that will carry some important facts and items of action for people to help avert the war, and distribute them during lunch....My family thinks this idea is stupid..[/quote] I think it'll work, I think many of us need to think outside the box and come up with ideas such as yours, least of all the Muslims should be supportive in this. No matter how stupid it sounds or it feels, the action of stopping the war is better than no action. If it makes people at least think, then you've done your bit. Sure people will chuck it, but think of this, people like yourself are challenging the very Fox News, CNN and other tools that are used to control the people, i.e. dumb them out, show irrevalant facts, even lie and put on Hollywood performances to sell the war. Your work is cut out but hey isn't that the beauty of striving hard for justice and truth in Islaam? I like the idea of writing to the Imam, I think I'll do the same over here!. [quote]Its really like there is just no spark, no fire, just a deafitist attitude on everything that's going on..and that's sadly reflected in the whole congregation. [/quote] Hey for a second I thought I was speaking!, sadly the same is reflected over here in the UK. I really do not know how we can overcome this, the silence at times is tearing my heart out. Yet you've got to carry on yourself, sometimes it feels that are you the only person doing this. Yet a sister reminded me that the path to Jannah is not of a bed of roses its one of hardship and difficulty, isn't that the case everywhere, inspiration when I needed it. Anyway be strong and inspire others to carry on. Salaams Hanif |
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| merimda |
| 03/10/03 at 00:29:25 |
| Salam, Other than writing letters to the government, signing petitions and taking part in anti-war demonstrations..here are some things that are being done for the anti-war effort. One of my friend's class-mates volunteered as a Human shield. So my friend and some of his other classmates helped him raise money to pay for his ticket and other travel expenses. This is one thing we can do. Since most of us can't go to Iraq ourselves we can at least support someone else that is willing to go. This is humanitarian. The MSA on my campus started a World Justice committee last year. One project they're doing is an orphan sponsorship program. Right now as a group they are sponsoring an orphan from four different war-torn countries. I'm not sure if you've heard of the Lysistrata project. I'm not gonna put up thier address because some of the content is Islamically inappropriate. Instead I've cut and paste some info from their site. The reason I'm putting this up here is because the concept is really interesting and we can learn from this. Many campuses and high schools are taking part in this project..I know of at least one high school in my city that doing this: About the Play Lysistrata, a comedy by Greek dramatist Aristophanes (c. 447 - c. 385 b.c.e.), tells the story of a group of women from opposing states who unite to end the Peloponnesian War. After matronly stormtroopers take over the building where public funds are kept, the women rise to end the war by withholding sex from their mates -- Until, desperate for intimacy, the men finally agree to lay down their swords and see their way to achieving diplomatic peace. Though we are not necessarily suggesting these tactics be used to end this war (but, wouldn't it be fun if the First Lady ...), Lysistrata provides a humorous entree into a healthy community dialogue: What CAN we do on a local level to stop "diplomacy by violence" in our world? In many countries, women have progressed to greater positions of power since Aristophanes wrote this play. Many of us do have a voice now. We are free to run for office. We are free to speak out for humanitarian foreign policy. We are free to teach our youth about conflict resolution through compassionate negotiation, rather than violent domination. And we can do much more. For the sake of women who DON'T have those freedoms (the very women who will feel the brutality of Bush's war in a direct way), we must speak out. We must unite. About Lysistrata Project On Monday, March 3rd, 2003, the first-ever world-wide theatrical event for peace will happen in a city near you. Don't miss this unique opportunity to stand up for peace in your community, and provide a humorous entree into a healthy dialogue about current affairs. Attend or help plan a reading of Lysistrata, Aristophanes' anti-war comedy, to protest the rush to war on Iraq. Many of the readings will benefit non-profit organizations working for peace and humanitarian aid in Iraq. Lysistrata Project participants have a wide variety of backgrounds and views, but we all believe the Bush Administration's rush to war on Iraq is a bad idea. And we're taking tangible action by THINKING GLOBALLY, ACTING LOCALLY. On the menu to the left, click on WHAT YOU CAN DO to start planning your reading. To find out if there's ar reading in your area, click on IN A CITY NEAR YOU. salam, merimda |
| 03/10/03 at 00:35:30 |
| merimda |
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| Maliha |
| 03/10/03 at 08:53:38 |
| [slm] What's everyone else doing? Bhaloo, Jannah, Se7en, princess, Abu Hamza, Kathy, Barr, UmmWafi, etc etc...I know more is going on, please share :) Alhamdullillah We have a couple more ideas... I will share soonest. I contacted a local activitist and hope Inshaallah to join forces with like minded people of all faiths. [color=Blue] Update: -I talked to the anti war activitist in Richmond (www.richmondpeace.org) and we are meeting this Wednesday for coordination of the conference etc. -At our Masjid a Jewish guy is working with this sister to do an Ad for Muslims. They were fearing a back lash on Muslims when/if the war begins, so they want to do something that shows Muslims as Americans...Like different clips of sisters, babies, etc..and in the end she will say "I am Muslim and I am an American". OR something like that. Its still in the works. A Catholic guy donated $2500 to this cause. And they are asking us for a fund raiser so that it will be aired nationally. I thought it was cool. Inshaallah Kheir. -This lady I work with, who is really into peace etc. Suggested instead of flyers with info we should just do images of war, something really heart rending...and write something like WHY? on top. And just leave it like that. I thought it was interesting and might make a stronger impact. Maybe on the back we will write Contact the White House..or something...still in the works. -On March 24th, Richmond City council is voting on Joining 100 other cities in a No War stance. I thought it was awesome! And Inshaallah we will work on filling up the city hall that day :) -Stay tuned...more updates on activities at a monitor near you:-* [/color] Sis, Maliha :-) [wlm] |
| 03/10/03 at 14:52:38 |
| Maliha |
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| BroHanif |
| 03/12/03 at 02:23:04 |
| Salaams, A few more updates. Today: Meeting with the scholars and concerned people to what we can do, Islamicly from the mosque. Start to contribute to the humanitarian aid, a recent report on the Guardian http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,3604,910816,00.html highlights why the situation is tragic. That's why we are going to get in touch with Islaamic relief organisations to help distribute aid and make people aware of what's going on. Discuss personal safety and what can we do is war kicks off, do we need people looking after the mosques or not ?. This weekend another meeting is organised with the Christians and Muslims about No War on Iraq, sigh. And in all honesty I'm a bit surprised at the response of the people especially Muslims wherever they are. This war is going to be a massacre in the first few days, the most who are going to suffer are the poor and weak who represent most of the Iraqis. Yet we as Muslims must ask ourselves what are we doing ? Why is it that we find the Kufr doing the most to stop this war and we, like the lazy and pathetic Arab countries have become toothless to do much. Just look at the cricket thread in the brothers folder its got a over a thousand views unbelievable, yet what are we doing each of us, the active brothers and sisters on ths board surely you must be doing something to stop this war. What's our priority in our lives now?. Read a couple of reports on the Guardian web site , the Independent and you'll find how shabby this war is. Yet I keep asking myself where are you my Muslim brothers and sisters, this is the time for real jihad. Jihad is the struggle of fighting of what is right over evil, of what is good and just over lies and falsehood. Isn't the lives of saving humanity a struggle, this war is nothing but a big lie, a despot with an American view will be placed in Iraq and ties with Israel will be strengthened and we may lose more than we ever have, look at this thread. http://www.guardian.co.uk/comment/story/0,3604,909027,00.html. And then perform a search via Yahoo or Google for this value: General John Abizaid Another Hamid Karzai should I say, no someone even worse Ask yourselves what are we doing to save the lives of the innocent people, and please do not give me the old tale of making Dua and going on marches. Salaams Hanif And no I won't apologise if I've upset someone. |
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| jannah |
| 03/12/03 at 04:57:32 |
| [quote]Just look at the cricket thread in the brothers folder its got a over a thousand views unbelievable, yet what are we doing each of us, the active brothers and sisters on ths board surely you must be doing something to stop this war. What's our priority in our lives now?. [/quote] [slm] Bro I realize you're frustrated, like we all are, but just because we don't post or click on this thread doesn't mean it's not our priority and we're not doing anything. Hmmm maybe they just don't see why detailing their personal lives and what they're doing will be beneficial to post ? |
| 03/12/03 at 04:58:17 |
| jannah |
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| BrKhalid |
| 03/12/03 at 06:22:04 |
| Asalaamu Alaikum ;-) [quote]Its really like there is just no spark, no fire, just a deafitist attitude on everything that's going on..and that's sadly reflected in the whole congregation[/quote] [quote]…and make people aware of what's going on…[/quote] A lot of the apathy stems from many Muslims not knowing what exactly is going on and what the consequences are. It’s a real challenge convincing people that this is not just a political issue [which turns them off instantly] but an issue which affects the whole Ummah. |
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| Maliha |
| 03/12/03 at 07:42:18 |
| [quote author=jannah link=board=bebzi;num=1047152304;start=0#6 date=03/12/03 at 04:57:32] [slm] Hmmm maybe they just don't see why detailing their personal lives and what they're doing will be beneficial to post ? [/quote] [slm] I don't understand why people won't want to share in this forum, especially when it *will* be beneficial in exchanging ideas and encouraging each other. Why is that not important or beneficial? I don't understand... I was really upset last night that a Member of our community called me to "caution" me about my involvement. Especially since I am "representing" the Muslim community and the Muslim community has worked hard *not* to rock the boat, and establish good ties with the local officials..blah..blah..blah. I almost threw up listening to him, and have been feeling sick since :'( I don't understand since when we have become sooo cowardly!!! Subhana Allah. Sis, Maliha [wlm] |
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| Twilight |
| 03/12/03 at 08:24:15 |
| [slm] I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask, but anyway, Uncle Hanif, i believe u live in the uk, apparently among other things there is going to be another march soon, have u any info about this. Thanks 4 ur help T |
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| sofia |
| 03/12/03 at 10:32:17 |
| As-salaamu ‘alaykum wa rahmatullah, Not sure if everyone’s aware (or how much our rallying ever bothers the President), but there will be another “emergency” rally in DC organized by International ANSWER on Saturday, 3/15/02 (see the Minaret Folder). As far as the Muslim community is concerned, there are quite a few student-led protest organizations gaining ground throughout the US, mashaa’Allaah, but sadly, that’s where the political activism ends, besides CAIR and other such orgs (MPAC, AMJ, etc). With too few exceptions, the rest of the Muslim community definitely seems more concerned with the backlash than for standing up for justice, and I’m reminding myself first. And another sad note is that we (as a Muslim community) may stand up for ourselves (if that), but rarely do we ever collectively stand up for others who have been wronged. I’ve been thinking, maybe there should be an MSA-offshoot organization for graduates/non-students, who want to be involved, but can’t find an organized enough group to stand up with (is there something like this already?). Standing up on your own, as an individual, is honorable, but strength is in numbers. Something like IMAN (based in Chicago), which is very much into social issues, but with more of a political-activism edge to it (which may or may not have anything to do with voting, since that's somewhat of a controversial issue. There are so many other facets to "political activism" that we're ignoring). Unfortunately, there are not enough masaajid that are active in either issues, and it’s something we have to work on, inshaa’Allaah. Allaahu A’lim. |
| NS |
| 03/12/03 at 10:36:26 |
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| BroHanif |
| 03/13/03 at 18:45:04 |
| Salaams, Thanks for the replies everyone. [quote]Bro I realize you're frustrated, like we all are, but just because we don't post or click on this thread doesn't mean it's not our priority and we're not doing anything. Hmmm maybe they just don't see why detailing their personal lives and what they're doing will be beneficial to post ? [/quote] Its beyond frustration Jannah, sometimes I think I've got a hold on my emotions and at other times its just I don't know... All I'm asking for is ideas to what everyone is doing and maybe this is a way to share information. For example, it may be that you guys in the US could teach us something over here and vice versa. Thats all I'm asking for, I know everyone is concerned about this war, I'm sure the innocent iraqis don't want our concerns or our sad smiles, its action. However small it may be, trust me it will inspire people across the other side of the world to do something. True not many of us have the courage to become a human shield or an action as noble but I believe we can all do something. [quote]stems from many Muslims not knowing what exactly is going on and what the consequences are. [/quote] Seriously ? What makes you say this ? [quote]i believe u live in the uk, apparently among other things there is coing to be another march soon, have u any info about this. [/quote] In the week that war starts, that weekend will be a march in all the major cities of the world. If I find out anymore I'll let you know. Marches are effective to a certain extent but what really matters is what we do after the march. [quote]As far as the Muslim community is concerned, there are quite a few student-led protest organizations gaining ground throughout the US, mashaa’Allaah, but sadly, that’s where the political activism ends [/quote] Sad but true, we really need to have the same energy and zeal after we graduate and leave uni. Why do you think our motivation dies down?. Anway, insha-allah couple of ideas generated from last nights meeting: * invite a brother from Humanitarian Hands UK(specialists in Iraqi relief work) is going to come and give us a presentaiton on the effects of war. We are also thinking of other fund raising events, for example, auctions, charity dinner, guest speakers. * Insha-Allah, another idea that is a bit dangerous was to send a couple of brothers over to Iraq, see the mayhem and destruction and when they come back deliver a presentation to key places in the Yorkshire area. * A sister proposed that the whole community should get together and pray salatul nafl for the innocents. Once again thanks for your comments. Salaams Hanif |
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| Tesseract |
| 03/14/03 at 02:11:42 |
| Assalamu 'alaikum, Something to share, not what my "community" is doing, but what my city is doing :) My community, however, might be participating in some of the events. [url]www.austinagainstwar.org[/url] Wassalam. |
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| BrKhalid |
| 03/14/03 at 06:09:01 |
| Asalaamu Alaikum ;-) [quote]stems from many Muslims not knowing what exactly is going on and what the consequences are. Seriously? What makes you say this?[/quote] By the level of apathy that we have amongst *some* (but by no means) all Muslims. [quote]* invite a brother from Humanitarian Hands UK(specialists in Iraqi relief work) is going to come and give us a presentaiton on the effects of war. We are also thinking of other fund raising events, for example, auctions, charity dinner, guest speakers. * Insha-Allah, another idea that is a bit dangerous was to send a couple of brothers over to Iraq, see the mayhem and destruction and when they come back deliver a presentation to key places in the Yorkshire area. * A sister proposed that the whole community should get together and pray salatul nafl for the innocents[/quote] And these are exactly the kind of activities that help galvanise us, and keep us united. On a side note I just wanted to mention something about Muslim Unity. One of the things my Imam always keeps saying to us is that we should always be appreciative if other Muslims are taking the lead and fulfilling a need for the Ummah. If we are unable to help them directly, then we should at least given them our moral support. Indeed, there are Brothers and Sisters out there working in a whole range of different fields for the Ummah and this is nothing new. Since the time of the our Prophet[saw], the Companions use to incline towards one part of the deen. Hence Abu Hurairah(ra) was a Muhadith, Ibn Abbas(ra) a Mufasir, Aishah(ra) a Faqihah, Khalid bin Walid(ra) a Mujahid and so on. What’s important is that we maintain our unity by encouraging each other in our respective fields and recgonising the need of each. What’s really destructive is when one particular group suggests their way is the *only* way and other ways are incorrect. And a suggestion for all those in the UK who have a Labour Member of Parliament. Make sure he/she votes against the war when it’s debated in Parliament especially if there is no second UN resolution. Ideally get your Masjid to write to your MP. We have to tell these leaders that what they’re doing is unjust irrespective of whether we are successful or not. We do the best, and as much as we can, and then (and only then) do we put our trust in Allah. [NB I don’t want this thread to be an argument over whether we should be involved in the political process or not. There are differences of opinion on this issue and hence some of us will have to agree to disagree] |
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| Shahida |
| 03/14/03 at 06:26:13 |
| [slm] everyone... Just wanted to update on a little something people from South Africa are planning, inshaAllah. We will be sending a delegation of "human shields" to Iraq soon. The group is made up of professionals, students, even housewives...this is one of the BIG things we are up to. (May Allah keep their intentions pure, ameen) Tonight there will be a feedback session led by some brothers from our MSA who recently visited Iraq. They have pictures and many stories to tell. InshaAllah, it should be great, and I hope there will be loads of non-Muslims there as well. We have been actively encouraging our government to take a HUGE stand against this war. Our deputy foreign minister has led several delegations to Iraq, along with some South Africa weapons experts, and our UN ambassador has been of the most vocal against this war... The usual marches and campus activities have been good, although slowing down for some reason...:( Our paediatrics lecturer happens to be Muslim, and we spoke the other day about the impact of war. He mentioned in the lecture, with specific reference to the upcoming war on Iraq, that the major losers and casualties will be the children and women and poor people, exactly the one Bush says he wants to liberate!!! He had the statistics and everything there, and made a huge impact on all of us present at the lecture. Anyway, bro Uncle Hanif, I realise and share your frustration, I have been reading all the great ideas here, and formulating ways in which we could do some of those things too, inshaAllah. I just didnt have anything new or innovative to add, that's all... Salamat, Shahida |
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| Red |
| 03/14/03 at 10:15:50 |
| [slm], [quote] We will be sending a delegation of "human shields" to Iraq soon. The group is made up of professionals, students, even housewives...this is one of the BIG things we are up to. (May Allah keep their intentions pure, ameen) [/quote] I wish i could do something like that...thats probably the best i could offer in helping somebody, i am really no good at writing.... [quote] The usual marches and campus activities have been good, although slowing down for some reason...:( [/quote] I wonder if that is because the US has had to slow down in their plans...alhumidallah they could have attacked earlier but i really believe with what everyone is doing, they have had to stop. It seems when things get prolonged people's energy, and ,for lack of better word, ethusaism goes down about events. Like the Palestinain cause barely comes on the news now, because its soooo prolonged nothing is working and its just the same thing day after to day...so maybe the same thing has happend with the Iraq cause? [quote] One of the things my Imam always keeps saying to us is that we should always be appreciative if other Muslims are taking the lead and fulfilling a need for the Ummah. If we are unable to help them directly, then we should at least given them our moral support. [/quote] This is defintely true for people who truly are busy because of family they should give out there support to those who are doing endless efforts. My community so far has done the usual fundraising dinner, which is good, there was march downtown, but i don't think our MSA's were aware, so very few came out. Also i think some muslims got together with org. at the college to sign a petition to local congresses.Thats what usually happens we just do marches and dinners, but there really should be more dawahs discussions with nonmuslims, which i think we are trying to work on. Of course everyone can and should do letter writing to congress, etc. I know people hate it when you make excuses about not being able to do more...but it really is difficult at least for me to make time, i have to do mentoring everyday monday thru thursday, and work weekends, and make time to help family. by that time one get incredibly tired...i don't get much of an oppurtinity to talk with the msa, or be involved in taking action at the masijd, and it seems if i came now and tried saying something people would think it was ridiculous because i never did anything before. i try to do my part but its difficult, but i know i have got to do more. I really liked some of the ideas here. Inshallah may allah give us the ability and strength do what need to be done. |
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| Rameeza |
| 03/14/03 at 10:28:35 |
| [slm] Bulwark of Islam! Hey I knew I should have moved to Austin. You guys are the best. You even ranked in the top five for the friendliest city. Great job! [] [] As for "human SHield"... Is this right by Islamic law? Will these people fight or..? because I heard that many indians have gone in this capacity too. If I am offending any one by my line of questioning, it is not my intension and may ALlah and the person forgive me. My knowledge on this subject is limited. Jazaka Allah |
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| BroHanif |
| 03/21/03 at 03:44:48 |
| Salaams, Simple Question, [size=2]Whats your community doing now ?[/size] |
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| Maliha |
| 03/21/03 at 08:13:23 |
| [slm] Our Islamic community is still not doing much. I called yesterday at the Masjid to ask if they are even holding a Qiyam ul Layl or something..and the president said.. "We are making lots of Duah and that's what we are asking you to do." He also added "we are pretty much in waiting mode now!" I was like ??? "Waiting for what? Everyone to die"....I am really frustrated. Alhamdullillah the wider peace activists (who aren't Muslim) are still holding a huge anti war conference and rally this weekend. We are supporting them Inshaallah. I wrote a guilt letter to all the Masajid and businesses (Islamic) in the whole of Virginia to come and take a part in this, as it is our duty...if you want I will post it here Inshaallah. I really hope Muslims show up. The details for the conference which is now aimed at educating the public and stopping the war are on this site: [url]http://www.richmondpeace.org[/url] My hubby and I, went around the city and plastered images of Iraqi babies with deformities after the first gulf war. We were followed around by a redneck in a big huge truck >:( I was mad, and scared. But Alhamdullillah we managed to get a lot out. The ones in our neighborhood were all taken down the very next morning :'( Oh well... ::) We also held a quick protest yesterday, at downtown richmond. Mashaallah close to 100 people came out...I was the only Muslim :'( But Inshaallah Kheir. It was good, a lot of people were honking, giving us their support. About 4 people camped on the opposite side of the street protesting us:) It was cute. Sooo many cops came out. I think we had more cops than protestors. Its funny how paranoid they become. The maddening part was when they closed the road so that cars wouldn't be able to see us... >:( We took off and marched to the main street which they couldn't block! Anywayz, it was funny I had to walk to my parking deck when it was over, and there was a cop escorting me all the way. I felt special :-X I got interviewed by the local paper, and local news...It was cool, that the local news actually didn't misquote anything i said :) Alhamdullillah, there's a lot of work to be done, but Inshaallah Kheir. Make lotsa duahs, and when you get a chance check out my speech at the shahada and give me some pointers...I will put up the other one soon. Take care y'all and stay strong. In struggle, Sis, Maliha. [wlm] |
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| Tesseract |
| 03/21/03 at 10:36:16 |
| Assalamu 'alaikum, My community hasn't done anything except that they told people to make du'a as much as they can, do Qiyam-ul-Lail and stay in the masjid overnight if they can. But, we had a good protest here in our city, almost all of them students. Here is a link for the pictures. Don't miss pic. # 25, that 5-month-old child taking a nap during the protest is VERY cute :) [url]http://www.austin360.com/aas/photos/032003_protest/photo01.html[/url] Wassalam. |
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| a_Silver_Rose |
| 03/21/03 at 18:40:48 |
| [slm] awwwwww that baby is so adorable, Mash'Allah |
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