The annual initiative by RTA was run in collaboration with UNICEF, public and private entities
transport1 hour ago
This was stressed by the Imam of King Faisal Mosque in Islamabad, one of Pakistan’s largest mosques built with funds from Saudi Arabia, during a lecture on Islamic teachings on service to humanity, at the Pakistan Sports and Recreation Club in Dubai on Friday.
Professor Abdul Jabbar Shakir, who is also the chairman of Dawaa (Call to Islam) Academy, cited several events from history and encouraged Muslims to learn from the examples set by the prophets and their followers who spent all their lives serving humanity in every possible way.
“Understand and adopt the Islamic culture which places a strong emphasis on respect for others, justice and the need to be a source of assistance to those in need,’’ he told an audience of over 700.
He said that while ‘belief’ was an integral part of Islam, almost three quarters of its teachings were regarding dealings in society at every level — be it family, business or governance.
He especially highlighted the Islamic system of Zakat and how it ensures circulation of wealth in societies and discourages hoarding. He also urged the audience to learn from the society that existed in Madinah 1,400 years ago as it was a shining example of a multicultural society where people from different faiths and demographics coexisted peacefully.
The lecture was the first event organised by the newly elected office bearers of Pakistan Association Dubai. qudoos@khaleejtimes.com
The annual initiative by RTA was run in collaboration with UNICEF, public and private entities
transport1 hour ago
The team's impressive 5-1 victory over Southampton moved them to second place in the Premier League standings
sports1 hour ago
Nandi-Ndaitwah, 72, became the first woman to rule the mineral-rich nation, governed by her South West Africa People's Organisation party since independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990
africa1 hour ago
The digital unit has enjoyed a blistering rally since the November 5 election of Trump, who pledged to make the US the 'bitcoin and cryptocurrency capital of the world'
americas1 hour ago
France is strongly opposed to the EU signing off on the deal with Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay, saying French farmers would face unfair competition undercutting their livelihoods
europe1 hour ago
The win leaves Arsenal in third place in the Premier League, behind Chelsea on goal difference and seven points adrift of leaders Liverpool
sports2 hours ago
Abu Dhabi-based musician Nadine Kabbani's piano composition 'No Gravity' was recently played at the International Space Station (ISS)
music2 hours ago
The event highlighted the importance of fostering transparency and credibility in the forex industry
kt network2 hours ago