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RAMADAN AT IT'S PEAK : When fasting clashes with famine!

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     What prayer can a hungry person pray?. It is no longer news that Nigeria is presently experiencing famine . The shortage of food and irregularities of meal is central to this suffering and it is all as a result of economic crisis in the country. How beautiful and easy it would have been if after fasting, one is able to grab a healthy meal to eat , but now that food is not plentiful, how would that be possible?,Tell me!      Sarcastically, I would say Ramadan is at its peak , because fasting has clashed with famine.      Prayer is meant to be said wholeheartedly and, with the aim that what has been whispered is heard by God . Ramadan is a holy season of prayer and consecration to God .During Ramadan, Muslims aim to grow spiritually and build stronger relationships with Allah. They do this by praying and reciting the Quran, making their actions intentional and selfless, and abstaining from gossiping, lying, and fi...

MODESTY: An Act of Simplicity

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What firstly comes to your mind when the word "Modesty" is uttered?. Of course, dressing comes to mind . Now not just any kind of dressing, but one that is simple , beautiful, and decent .        In my own community, When you wear a dress that covers your whole body, you are considered a modest person and , that's really fair , no doubts . But what if modesty is more than dressing?and, what if modesty is not restricted to women only ?. I know you want to question me right now but let me dig down to the soul of my discuss for more clarifications on this subject. Over the years, there have been different conceptions and misconceptions of the word "modesty" and , how it works. I have seen a decently dressed person who lacks manners and vice versa. Decency is not measured on the outside appearance alone , It is an act of simplicity , that is being practiced overtime and developed as a character. This character is what i call " Modesty...