Salat (prayer)

We, as Muslims, pray five times everyday. We pray so that we are constantly reminded of God to seek guidance and forgiveness if we need to.The first Prayer we do is at pre-dawn(fajr) Performed before sunrise sometimes i don't do this as it is very early morning. then we pray at noon (Dhuhr) but again sometimes i do not do this as i will probably be at school. after that we pray in the afternoon ('Asr) this is when we remember God and the greater meaning of our lives. after that we pray at sunset(Maghrib) and then the evening('Isha). This shows our faith in Allah because constantly through the day we are remembering him and seeking guidance or forgiveness.

Ramadan

I have started fasting! This means I am not allowed to eat or drink till sunset! fasting teaches us as Muslims to be patient, modest and spiritual. we ask forgiveness for past sins, pray for guidance and help in staying away from everyday evils, and try to purify ourselves. we fast for the sake of god. after sunset we eat all sorts of food to resemble the end of fasting. At the end of Ramadan, we celebrate Eid ul-Fitr. Eid falls after 29 or 30 days of fasting. Eid ul-Fitr means the Festival of Breaking the Fast a special celebration is made. Food is given to the poor, everyone puts on their best clothes and communal prayers are held in the early morning, followed by feasting and visiting relatives and friends. I found it very hard at school today to concentrate so my parents say I have to stay home tomorrow in case I get ill from dehydration.

My Role Models!

I have quite a few role models. One of them is Michael Jackson. I admire him because he got though loads of troubles and he was the greatest singer of all time and achieved his dream. I admire Lady Gaga, not only because of her catchy songs, but also her sense of style and her costumes! I also admire my mum for being such a lovely mother and helping keeping the family organised!

A Day In The Life Of Me!

Sometimes I get up at 5:30-6:00 am to do fajr (pre dawn prayer) but not all the time because school starts early and depending on what time of the year it is, the dawn is at a different time. I put on my school uniform and have breakfast. When I have checked all my stuff is in my bag I say bye to my family. I have two lessons before my first break. In this break it is near noon and I usually snack on something, at this time I might do Dhuhr (noon prayer) but sometimes I forget. In the afternoon when I get home from school whoever is at home will do asr (afternoon prayer). After dinner we pray twice more before bed at 9:30. On weekends I always do fajr. I might go to mosque with my family, laze around at home, or meet up with friends!!