How necessary is it to observe Ashurah?

Are there some who don't?

Are there some who put more significance on it?

How fundamental is it to Islam?

They are Women of the Year because: “They are fearless. Their life’s purpose is to be of service to Somali refugees, and their unwavering fortitude in the face of insurmountable obstacles is a testament to the warrior spirit of women.”
—Iman, cosmetics executive, model and 2006 Woman of the Year, born in Somalia

Her lifesaving efforts started in 1983, when she opened a one-room clinic on her family farm. As the government collapsed, refugees flocked to her, seeking food and care. Today she runs a camp housing approximately 90,000 people, mostly women and children because, as she says, “the men are dead, fighting, or have left Somalia to find work.”

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My nephew pulled out my keys (on this laptop), the 'A','S','3','4' have all been removed - so I'm pressing the sort of rubber button thing underneath. Anyway, i told him off and then stomped upstairs and shut the room door. Now i feel pretty bad.

The question is not whether i was right or wrong about telling him off but rather when someone is angry, how do they go about controlling it?

The only way i know is by sitting if standing, laying down if sitting etc (as the Hadith of the Prophet).

Does anyone know of other ways?

Keeping in mind that in the heat of the moment things are not always as simple as ABC.

Shokran!

*EDIT* Since writing this, my nephew opened the room door with a tiny tear in his eye and said 'choya [then my name]'. My heart melted - silly beautiful baby.

*EDIT 2* I didn't hit him! No way, never ever ever! =0 Just told him off in a really stern voice!

Salaam

It's Ashurah. A holy time in a sacred month.

Make du'a, capitalise on a good time to pray.

Remember God's help to Moses AS and the children of Israel.

If you had a tattoo/were interested in getting one...what design would you go for?

- please post your designs/pictures
- please let your designs/pictures be beautiful
- I hope your idea of beautiful is not retarded

thank you.

Did anybody watch this documentary on ITV last night by John Pilger

it was fantastic...

Check this out for me please?

Legit? Too good to be true? Useless?

Would you consider it?

Any drawbacks to Internet degrees in gen?

http://www.islamiconlineuniversity.com/

It is a bit boring isnt it?

Just boring hackers hacking sites, either being pro or anti wikileaks.

Meanwhile Julian assange is being held in solitary confinement.

Either way, brace yourself for more boredom - the first cyber war has begun.