Monthly Archives: November 2016

6 African Muslims Who Brought Islam To America You Should Know

Posted on November 30, 2016 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum, please read an article I wrote for MVSLIM here or below. #Alhamdullilah *** As a Muslim of West African origin living in the United States, my Muslim-ness is always contested by Europeans, Americans, and even clueless Africans. They … Continue reading →

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…Centric — Hayati Magazine

Posted on November 25, 2016 by Papatia

“Yacüb,” she said to him calmly as she paused her series on TV, trying not to loose her temper like nth times before when this topic was back on the table. “I told you, in our culture, we address people … Continue reading →

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Muslimah Capsule Wardrobe Winter 2016 — Hayati Magazine

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum, It’s that time of the year where the cold wind is making itself acknowledged to remind me that my Muslimah Capsule Wardrobe for the Winter is in order. Down here in Texas, it’s certainly not 86 Fahrenheit anymore. … Continue reading →

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The Revival of The Muslim Golden Age : Generation M

Posted on November 20, 2016 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum ! Please share 🙂   Jazakh’Allah khair, Papatya*  

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Sleep in God’s Protection – An Interfaith Children’s Book Review

Posted on November 19, 2016 by Papatia

Originally posted on A Ducktrinor Mom:
Author:  Elizabeth Lymer Publisher : Aneesa Books Description: A bedtime book for young Muslims, Jews, and Christians, in which flowers close their petals, plants close their leaves, and babies close their eyes. ‘God’s peace be…

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Personal Finance Tips Part 4 — Hayati Magazine

Posted on November 17, 2016 by Papatia

Bismillah, Islam advises us to be moderate in all things we do. One such important aspect is financial security. The Sunnah tell us that being too rich is a test to our faith while being extremely poor can do the … Continue reading →

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Flash Fiction Stories — Hayati Magazine

Posted on November 13, 2016 by Papatia

upRoots Mansa wanted his kingdom to remain prosperous and powerful so he had to act fast. The depopulation of the area was quite alarming. Becoming a slave or a slave seller were out of the question. Depleting sources of gold … Continue reading →

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Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work — Hayati Magazine

Posted on November 13, 2016 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum, I stumbled on a manual I used during counseling class before I got married, and thought I would share some of the wisdom I learned in this class with you insha’Allah. They are based on John M. Gottman’s … Continue reading →

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We are bringing it…, Change.

Posted on November 10, 2016 by Papatia

Originally posted on my sXy specs!:
If you are an Indian reading this, then stop to whatever you are doing and pat yourself thrice, because we have again held ourselves high. Reason …….??/ It’s not about the recent Olympic medals…

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What (Race) Am I?

Posted on November 8, 2016 by Papatia

Originally posted on A Ducktrinor Mom:
Bismillah, I was on maternity leave when one day I decided to turn on the TV and watch what kind of shows were on while I was at work. This is how I came…

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Erotology, Islam, and More.

Posted on November 7, 2016 by Papatia

Assalamu aleikum! I just reviewed two books on Marriages, Erotology, and the Islamic Perspective. Please check them out on my website. Like A Garment  by Shaykh Yasir Qadhi Read review here. and Illuminating the Performance by Historian Habeeb Akande Read … Continue reading →

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I Can Wear Hijab Anywhere! – A Review

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Papatia

Originally posted on A Ducktrinor Mom:
Author:  Yasmin Ibrahim Illustrator : Azhari Zulkifli Publisher : The Islamic Foundation Distrubutor: KUBE PUBLISHING LTD Series: I Can Series ? Description: This book explains that Hijab, which Islam prescribes for girls and women, is not…

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Written Vs.Not Written Stuff: Forcing Muslim Women Marriages With Holy Quran

Posted on November 3, 2016 by Papatia

Originally posted on The Human Lens:
Part 2 Written by Papatia Feauxzar of Hayati Magazine You learn something new every day. The practice of “Haq E Bakshish” was new to me, and I had to check with my relatives, the…

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Written Vs.Not Written Stuff: Forcing Muslim Women Marriages With Holy Quran

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Papatia

Originally posted on The Human Lens:
Part I, Written by Saadia Haq of The Human Lens When I first heard of this, I was like numb for seconds until my good friend from Sindhi community proceeded to narrate how young…

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