Islamic Greeting Cards


Greeting cards have been around for a long time. The concept and practice was originally started by the Chinese and the Egyptians, who used written messages to convey messages and greetings and glad tidings of the New Year and other occasions. The practice has since taken up speed and evolution. The small gesture of remembrance has since evolved into a religious activity. Not only that, it has also evolved into a full-fledged industry, speaking in terms of economic evolution.
The evolution of the Industry
This industry has also caught on to the Islamic culture, which is a fresh breath of air. One usually sees people underestimating the freedom Islam has offered to its followers. Outsiders believe that Islam essentially attempts to put an end to all things fun. However, this is so not true!
Concept of Greeting Cards in Islam
Islam allows a lot greater freedom and liberation. The only thing it emphasizes is moderation. This concept can be seen for one, in the Greeting Cards industry. Islam does not restrict the enjoyment one can derive from occasions. Therefore, it is perfectly halal to send and receive greeting cards. Exchange of greetings brings people closer, so what's stopping you from exchanging Eid Greeting Cards with those who are far away, or even with those who are nearby? It's always pleasant to receive something specially customized for you. Even Islam propagates caring for others and sharing happiness. So why not make the other person happy J If it brings a smile on another's face, and takes away his or her tensions even for a little while, if it makes someone feel loved and cherished and missed, why hold back the good deed? Exchange Islamic Greeting Cards and share the love the Islamic way.
Themes
Several themes are available for you to choose from so that you have a large array of options to assist you in expressing your feelings to your loved ones, be they far away or close by. These themes range from Eid, Wedding, Birthdays, and other special occasions such as important dates. It depends on you and what occasion and what day you feel is worth being celebrated. You decide when you want to remind your loved ones in a sweet and Islamic way that they are loved, being thought of, missed, and cherished.
These themes also include Wisdom - what better than a sweet Islamic Greeting Card to share Islamic Wisdom such as sayings, or pointers, or gentle and polite reminders; what better way to earn a good deed too!
Furthermore, there's no restriction on personalization of the cards. You can have your names you're your personalized greetings printed and written in live calligraphy too! There's no restriction to what occasion you want to celebrate, be it the fresh start of a new month, especially a month like Ramadan, or the joyous occasions of Eid, or the joyous occasion of Hajj.
Find artistic Islamic greeting cards at [http://www.artofdhikr.com]. The website offers a wide range of Islamic cards for different occasions along with original Islamic art for sale.

Peace In Islam


Today, many non-Muslims regard Islam as a religion that promotes terrorism and war. A common misconception is being spread by the west that Islam is a religion of Violence. They forget Islam is the latest version of the same message already sent by God through various other Messengers including Hadrat Moses and Jesus. The series of prophets and messengers coming from God throughout the ages is to call the people again towards their innate identity of love and friendship. Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be upon Him) was sent finally to convey God's message to the whole world. It is, "To convey the message of Islam to all people, to deliver it freely, to ensure the freedom of religious beliefs, and to establish justice on earth within the system of Islam."
Islam was sent to whole mankind through the last Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be upon Him). Islam teaches us non-violence. God wants a Muslim to live in a safe and peaceful environment and to make efforts for the spread and continuity of peace. Islam is in fact a religion that promotes peace and understanding among people of all faiths, and it strongly prohibits all forms of violence and aggression against all people regardless of their faith or race. Evidence of these ideals can be found in the Holy Qur'an, which is the word of God revealed to the messenger of God, Mohammad (Peace Be upon Him). It can also be found in the Hadith, the sayings of Mohammad (Peace Be upon Him), and in his teachings to Muslims. In Islam, the right to life is an absolute value. The Holy Qur'an tells us that God does not love disorder (2:205).
"The taking of one innocent life is like taking all of Mankind... and the saving of one life is like saving all of Mankind" - Holy Qur'an, 5:33.
These are the verses from Holy Qur'an. These verses project the universe as a model of peace and harmony. These verses teach us right track of what Islam directs. Allah Almighty says in Holy Qur'an "whoever kills a single innocent it is as if he has killed the whole mankind and whoever saves a single human it is as he has saved the whole of humanity. By teaching that Islam promotes the sense of brotherhood and equality in human society-all are equally related to God in the same way. According to the Holy Qur'an all people are children of Adam. Satan (Shaytan) is considered the enemy of humanity, causing enmity among all people. Religious tolerance is an essential principle of Islam and Muslims are ordered to have good relations with people of all religions and be kind and courteous to everyone.
God has given us free will to choose our own belief system. I am a strong believer in freedom of religion, and condemn no-one for believing something other than what I myself believe. Muslims are expected to invite non-Muslims of the truth of Islam with words of wisdom, sound arguments and a pleasant manner. Tolerance is the basic teaching of Islam. There is no teaching of Holy Qur'an directing that Muslims should kill others just because they are not Muslim. The Holy Qur'an emphasizes peace and reconciliation as basic to all social and even international relations. In the Holy Qur'an and the Hadith, there are many such references that go to prove that Islam is a religion of peace, love and human brotherhood. The Prophet Mohammad (Peace Be upon Him) commanded us to maintain social solidarity and cooperation, to open our hearts to our fellows, and to help one another at all times. He said, "Do not cut relations between each other! Do not turn your backs on each other! Do not grow hatred between each other! O God's servants! Become brothers and sisters!"
Since Islam means living in a peaceful environment that emerges as a result of submission to God, the Qur'an asks that all humanity should embrace Islam. Islam not only talks about Peace but also guides us how to bring Peace in the world. "Islam" is the word which means peaceful, willing submission - submission to the code of conduct ordained by God. The Holy Qur'an, avers that, 'reconciliation is best' (4:128), and judging by the consequences, the way of peace is far better than that of confrontation. By the law of Nature, God has decreed that success will be met with only on a reconciliatory path, and not on a confrontational or a violent course of action.
Muslims need to work together with other groups that oppose oppression, bloodshed, corruption and perversion. It is true that jihad is one of the most important teachings of Islam. But jihad is not synonymous with war. Jihad does not mean killing innocent Humans. Some people portray the picture of Islam as a religion of violence by using the word Jihad. They say that Jihad in Islam is a holy war. But there is no concept of holy war in Islam. Islam clearly prohibits all kinds and forms of aggression and violence against anyone, except in self-defense. Jihad has nothing to do with war or violence; it actually means a struggle, a peaceful struggle. 'And make Jihad on them, with the help of the Quran' (25:52), says the Quran.
Nowhere does it say, 'with the help of the sword'. Islam prohibits oppression, revenge or injustice to the people of the enemy in case of victory against them. Nor must there be control over the sources of the wealth of the nation or people, or even establishment of colonial regimes. Justice and freedom must be established. Tolerance towards cultures and peoples is to be respected at all times. In order to be able portray a fair image of Islam; we have to consider its divinely inspired purposes, which yield, as a result, a just worldly order. By applying preventive measures to ensure security of wealth, life, mind, religion, and reproduction, Islam aims to build a society in peace, serenity, friendship, collaboration, altruism, justice, and virtue
Shaukat Masood Zafar is an experienced banker and rural development professional. He is well known freelance columnist writing for daily Pakistan Observer, and several other national and international websites and newspapers. Economy, Politics, and Agricultural & Rural Development are especially areas of his interest. Currently he is associated with Pak News and Pakistan Tribune
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