Moqheeta's Musings

by Moqheeta Mehboob The title sounds astonishing, doesn’t it? Even I was taken aback when this young boy asked for a knife. We often watch short inspiring stories on social media or read them in Reader’s Digest or other good books. But I feel truly privileged to have experienced a real-life moment of inspiration—one worth sharing. During my work stay at Tamani School in Zanzibar, one Sunday, my husband and I decided to visit the local market just for the experience.You learn so much about a place’s culture and practices from raw, unpolished spaces like local markets. To fully immerse myself, I opted to take the same local transport the residents use. As I was boarding the dala dala —the public minibus—I was pleasantly surprised to see a group of boys from Tamani School also getting on. They greeted me enthusiastically, and I was impressed to see them so early in the morning, dressed neatly and ready for the day. They got off at Kinyasini—the very market I was headed to. Curious, I ask...

Child’s Nutrition: Nourishing the Body and Soul    By Moqheeta Mehboob   Food—the first love for many—is not merely a necessity for survival. It is a source of joy, comfort, and togetherness. Sharing meals or feeding loved ones brings immense happiness. For parents, the simple act of watching their child eat well serves as a soothing balm, filling their hearts with a sense of fulfillment and relaxation. In Islam, this act of love holds spiritual significance, as Allah smiles upon the sincere expression of a parent's care. By nourishing their children, parents mirror Allah’s attributes of being the Provider and Sustainer.   However, the question arises: Are parents overdoing this act of love? Are they overly fixated on feeding their children "the best," to the extent that they become distraught if a meal is skipped or left unfinished?   In this article, we’ll explore how Muslim parents should approach their child’s nutrition, focusing on two key ar...

Practical Learning at Schools By Moqheeta Mehboob It was a significant day—the day you decided to contribute to the community, the next generation, and the betterment of humanity by starting a school. You worked tirelessly to ensure the highest quality of education and instill good morals in the students. However, as time passed, other priorities may have overshadowed some finer details. Yet, it is often these finer details that define our identity and purpose. I have a few simple, actionable suggestions that can be implemented at any school. These can help shape students into responsible, empathetic individuals. One for You as My Gratitude:   This is a heartwarming idea that could make a difference: dedicating one day each month when students bring an extra portion of lunch for the school’s support staff. This small act would mean a lot to the staff and instill a sense of gratitude in students. A different class could take turns each month to invite the staff for lunch, foste...

I generally avoid wedding parties, as they often feel overly extravagant. However, today I made an exception, and I’m glad I did. The simplicity surrounding this event drew me in from the very start. The story is heartwarming: the groom, seeking a halal companion, expressed his wish to marry early. His parents, supportive of his decision, found a suitable match but reminded him that providing for the bride’s mehar was his responsibility, which he graciously accepted. Without any unnecessary fanfare or traditional pomp, they set a date and conducted the nikah in the bride’s city, bringing her home in a simple, heartfelt ceremony. The walima was a beautiful reflection of this simplicity. The invitation even included a clear end time, which was a refreshing change from the typical drawn-out events. Usually, the bride is either still at the parlour or the groom is busy with a celebration dance when guests arrive, leaving the stage empty and food unserved until they arrive. It always felt s...

ASCEND, led by Moqheeta Mehboob for the past nine years, is an organization dedicated to helping individuals attain the highest level of Jannah by fostering mutual support. With the tagline "Helping each other reach greater heights of Jannah," ASCEND believes that collective effort leads to greater spiritual success. The organization has touched many areas of Islamic education and community support, offering a wide range of services, including: - Tajweed classes   - Nazera classes   - Hifz classes   - Teacher training   - Developing Islamic-integrated curricula for schools   - Parenting workshops   - Islamic will workshops   - Funeral washing and shrouding workshops   - Charity drives   - Supporting madaris with quality education   ASCEND is always expanding its team, encouraging sisters to join and help others in Quran memorization. They offer a personalized Hifz program specifically for...

 

Help to the new writers by Moqheeta Mehboob Language is a unique skill we humans possess. We are constantly using language. Either mentally, verbally or in writing. There are plenty who have mastered the art of presenting the thoughts in the form of speech, whereas some are more proficient at pouring out the thoughts on paper.   Today we will look at the common hiccups faced by novice writers. (To read on why everyone should take up writing, read the article  https://edutopm.blogspot.com/2022/11/seven-reasons-why-people-should-write.html  )   Writing is a great hobby plus a very useful skill. There are many who want to write and take up writing as a regular activity.   ‘I want to write. I need to write. I have to write’.   Most of the budding writers tell this to themselves multiple times in a day. But somehow they don’t manage to sit down to complete the task. Call it procrastination, lack of zeal or lack of confidence, maybe a mixture of all these.  ...