Close Encounters of the Large Kind

Salaams,

Alhumdulillah we spent this last weekend on the North Coast visiting the Hluhluwe and Imfolozi Parks. It is amazing to think that only a couple of hours away from Durban, you can come close to the most amazing wildlife created by Allah Ta'ala.

This elephant was grazing at the side of the road about 50 metres away from us. He eventually became annoyed with us and walked towards us - we had to move away in a hurry! For those of you who have not taken the time to visit our game parks, you should make the time. You will see the splendour of the Almighty's Creation first hand and be amazed.

Aslam

Alhumdulillah

Alhumdulillah Saaleha gave birth to a healthy baby boy on Thursday. Both mother and baby are well alhumdulillah. Insha allah he will grow up to be the coolness of his parents eyes.

Feel it, it's here

From the semi-final at Moses Mabhida Stadium on 7 July 2010

Grand Musjid, Cordoba, Spain

This is the interior of the Grand Musjid in Cordoba. Alhumdulillah an amazing place. Maybe in time Azaan will be called for prayer at the Musjid again insha allah.

Aslam

Andalucia

Alhumdulillah we have just returned from a visit to Spain. As part of our itinerary, we visited the cities of Cordoba, Granada and Seville in the Andalucia region of Spain. This area of Spain was ruled by Muslims from the 700s to 1400s and is full of Islamic history. It is fascinating to visit these areas where the Muslims have left indelible marks attesting to their prosperity and power.

The accompanying picture is that of the Mehrab of the Musjid in Cordoba. After the fall of the muslims, the musjid was converted into a cathedral but the Mehrab remains as well magnificent open areas lined with double-arched pillars lit by naturall light. It was in its time, the largest musjid in the west and could hold 40 000 worshippers at one time. It is an amazing place to visit as its grandeur and beauty is amazing to behold.

More pictures later insha allah.

Was-salaam,
Aslam

Subhanallah

(1) For, believers are those who, when Allah is mentioned, feel a tremor in their hearts, and when they hear His signs rehearsed, find their faith strengthened, and put (all) their trust in their Lord. (2) Who establish regular prayers and spend (freely) out of the gifts We have given them for sustenance: (3) Such in truth are the Believers: they have grades of dignity with their Lord, and forgiveness, and generous sustenance.

Surat Al-Anfal

Allahu Akbar ...

A Picture that is worth more than a thousand words....

Prayer, a great act of worship that is still obligatory...

Even when trapped in the prisons of the oppressors...

What excuse do we have for not reading ours.

Aslam

Salzburg

Salaams

Alhumdulillah we are all well with your duas. Still travelling in Germany. Today we crossed into Austria to visit the City of Salzburg. This city's main claim to fame is that it is the birthplace of the musician Mozart. This statue of him was erected in 1842 - 50 years after his death.

Insha allah tomorrow we will travel to Munich. Please continue to remember us in your duas.

Aslam

Berchtesgarden

Salaams

Arrived safely in Berchtesgarden alhumdulillah. This is an amazingly beautiful area situated in the Alps near a National Park. Our accommodation is quaint and rustic and just perfect alhumdulillah.

Aslam

Greetings From Bavaria

Salaams

Alhumdulillah we are travelling through Bavaria in Germany. This area of Germany has been blessed by Allah Ta'ala with great natural beauty.

This picture is of the house in Garmisch where we are staying. Please make dua that we return safely.

Aslam & Family

Latest Addition to Bhorat Family

Salaams,

Alhumdulillah Qasim and Sameera now have a healthy baby boy born 25 September. Please make dua that Allah Ta'ala will make him the coolness of his parent's eyes insha allah.

Aslam






PS> Please email pictures to me if you would like to post them on the blog. I can also email instructions to you if you would like to do it yourself

Double Trouble?

Salaams,


Alhumdulillah Yunus and Zakeeya from Sasolburg have welcomed twin boys to their family. Haná's brothers are Muhammad Ismaeel and Muhammad Yassir. May Allah Ta'ala make them the coolness of their parents eyes insha allah.

Ramadaan Mubaruk to you and your family. Please remember us in your duas.

Aslam

Pictures from Qasim

Yusuf and Hamza at Alpine Heath

Baby Is'haaq

--
Dr As'ad E Bhorat

Dome of the Rock

This is the Musjid of the Dome of the Rock. It is a separate musjid located on Temple Mount within the borders of Musjidul Aqsa. This Musjid is often shown when the media refer to Musjidul Aqsa but we should know better. It is built over the rock from which our Nabi (SAW) ascended to the heavens on his Mehraj. Although it is a significant place in our history, Musjidul Aqsa is the Third Haram of Islam.

Aslam

As-salaam-u-alaikum

 

Thank you Aslam for letting everyone know about our new addition,life has gotten a bit more hectic around here but we are very grateful that baby is now home and doing well. Baby's name is Ishaaq, he weigh 2.2kg at birth but appears to have gained a little since then.I am not sure who he looks like because he is changing everday.Hamza and Kadijah's birthday's is coming up HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you both.  Sumaiya.

Musjidul Aqsa

Asalaamu alaikum,

The blog has been very quiet recently...please send me news, information and pictures to post to the blog. Alhumdulillah we travelled to Musjidul Aqsa in December 2008 just before the Israeli's assault on Gaza. This picture is of the entrance to Musjidul Aqsa. It was very clear to us that this is truly the forgotten haram. Every Muslim should struggle with all their might and being for the day that Musjidul Aqasa is liberated. May Allah Ta'la grant us all the glory of contributing to the day when Musjidul Aqsa is free again.

Alhumdullilah As'ad and Summaiya have a new addition to their family - a baby boy. May Allah Ta'la make him the coolness of their eyes and a warrior in the path of Islam.

Was-salaam,
Aslam

Look Mummy...my eyes are open

But is it Art?

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by Muhammad Bhorat

Cape Town - Sunset from Table Mountain

Asalaamu alaykum,

This picture was taken from Table Mountain at sunset. You can see one of the old buildings in the foreground.

Was-salaam,
Aslam Bhorat