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Superstitious and Irrational Beliefs and Faiths Reflection in the Poetry of Rahman Baba
Full text linkUnnatural, idealistic ideas, thought, events are termed as superstitious in nature. These types of thoughts and beliefs may easily be found in almost all the societies around the global. This reflects the evolutionary process involved in the traditional & societal life. Literature, the mirror of life, also reflects the same. Abd Ur Rahman Baba the most prominent classical poet has his own school of thought, way of expression, attitude, also discussed the same phenomenon in his poetry. By this way he had tried to expose the common perception, cultural and traditional attitude and manners of the people. In this paper the same aspect of the poetry of Rahman Baba will be discussed in depth
The mystical color in the poetry of Tahir Kulachi
Full text linkTahir Kulachi is a shining star of Pashto literature. Also known as Rehman Baba of the Southern Districts. In this a article discusses the short life of Tahir Kulachi, and its services to Pashto literature are also briefly described. By the way, Tahir Kulachi has tried to write poetry on different genres in Pashto literature, but his poems have a mystical color. That is way we have tried to bring out the mystical color in his poetry for the fans of literatur
The Concept of Accounting in Islam: A Management Perspective
Full text linkAlmighty Allah created jinn and human beings for His worship, but it does not mean that man will sit idle and reject working to earn legally and leave indulging without doing any business activities. Although earning of money is not the final goal of an individual in this world, Almighty Allah said:
﴿وَرَهْبَانِيَّةً ابْتَدَعُوهَا مَا كَتَبْنَاهَا عَلَيْهِمْ﴾[i]
"And they themselves invented the monkery; we did not ordain it for them."
Islam encourages the safekeeping of money, and its investment in the best and most efficient means. Similarly, Islam provided rules and regulations for managing money in a legal business and prohibited it’s misspent, giving it in the form of interest, gambling, bribery, or to eat money of others in illegal methods i.e. stealing and gharar etc.
Record keeping of business transactions is the main tool in ensuring profit or loss distribution among the partners without any dispute. Similarly, the success and existence of all forms of Islamic Finances like Musharika, Mudaraba, and Istisnaetc., are totally based on proper recording of business transactions which is the job of accounting. Moreover, accounting assists in the real management of assets including money, where wastage is avoided because in accounting all transactions spread over the lifetime of firm(s) are recorded. Likewise, journalized (recorded) transactions are posted to respective ledgers and summarized into financial statements for the calculation of profit or loss which are further distributed among the partners (owners) rules and regulations.
From an Islamic perspective, the income distributed by a firm among owners must be legal and Sharia-compliant. Now there are questions:
What is the concept of accounting in Islam?
What are the contributions of Muslims to this subject?
What are the developmental and evolutionary procedures of Accounting?
In Surat Al Baqra(Al-Madaaniverse)Almighty Allah recommended writing of credit business transactions in documents (i.e. when payment is related with to a future date or if the cash is made now and delivery is made on some future date). In this verse, there are some indications that profession or occupation of writing business dealings is an obligatory order, Islam care welfare of human beings because in the glorious Quran it is the longest verse which is about public transactions not about prayers, keeping fast, hajj, or other pure worship. This is one verse from which we can derive that writing of transactions and keeping of witnesses is mandatory. Diligent religious scholars elicit regulation regarding business and record keeping from other verses. We will mention some of these
پاکستان سے حلال پروڈکٹس میں بین الاقوامی تجارت کے مواقع :ایک تجزیہ
No full textNations that recognize the rapidly expanding worldwide Muslim market will dominate the trillion-dollar halal marketplace. Pakistan's geographic location gives it access to key markets and trade opportunities. The worldwide halal market is growing rapidly, with Muslim nations and non-Muslim countries making strides in various sectors such as pharmaceuticals, hospitality, tourism, and fashion. Pakistan's position in this market is currently uncertain. The Muslim population in Pakistan makes up 96.5% of the country's total population and 11.1% of the global Muslim population. Despite being an appealing market for halal firms, Pakistan's current stake in the worldwide halal trade is less than 0.3%, indicating untapped potential for halal exports that could help reduce the country's trade imbalance. Among the Muslim countries, only a select few, including Bangladesh, Iran, Malaysia, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and the UAE, are actively capitalizing on the Halal meat sector. Pakistan, as one of the top 10 worldwide meat producers, has an annual production of 1.82 metric tons. In the fiscal year 2020-21, the cattle sector accounted for 11.5% of the country's GDP and 0.9% of its total exports. Islamic finance dominated the halal sector in 2021, capturing a market share of 51.6 percent, while the halal food industry represented 31.46 percent of the whole worldwide halal market. In Pakistan, the concept of halal has expanded beyond just animal slaughter and exclusion of certain products. To succeed in the global halal market, Pakistan needs to establish a halal value chain and warehouses that comply with halal storage standards. Currently, there are no halal supply chain facilities in Pakistan. In Pakistan, most brands are categorized as Conventional Islamic brands, where the halal status of the product is presumed but not explicitly mentioned. Studies show that about 90% of products lack certification confirming their halal status. For example, in a research study in Hyderabad, only 35.2% of food products and 4.09% of non-food products were certified as halal. Many brands do not adhere to halal requirements throughout the entire process, from sourcing raw materials to the point of sale. It is imperative for Pakistan to establish comprehensive halal standards and certification criteria that encompass all sectors and stages of the supply chain. This can enhance trade connections with other Muslim nations and establish a significant halal trade industry
Islamophobia: A Hindrance to Global Halal Trade
Full text linkIslamophobia has recently emerged as a significant social and economic issue affecting Muslim communities worldwide. This study explores the ramifications of Islamophobia in the global halal trade industry, which encompasses products and services compliant with Islamic law. Drawing on a multidisciplinary approach, this study examines the interconnectedness among Islamophobia, consumer behaviour, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics in the halal trade sector.
This paper begins by defining Islamophobia and its various manifestations, including discriminatory practices, negative stereotypes, and biased policies. It then delves into the economic implications of Islamophobia on halal trade, analysing how prejudice and misinformation hinder market growth, investment, and innovation within the industry. Furthermore, this study investigates the role of the media, politics, and social discourse in perpetuating Islamophobia and its adverse effects on consumer trust and market confidence.
Through case studies and empirical data, this study highlights the challenges faced by halal businesses in navigating Islamophobic environments, including barriers to market entry, supply chain disruptions, and reputational risks. Additionally, it examines the responses of governments, industry stakeholders, and civil society in addressing Islamophobia and promoting inclusivity within the halal trade ecosystem.
The paper concludes by proposing strategies to mitigate Islamophobia's impact on global halal trade, such as enhancing consumer education, fostering interfaith dialogue, and strengthening regulatory frameworks to ensure transparency and authenticity in the halal certification processes. By addressing the root causes of Islamophobia and promoting cultural diversity and tolerance, stakeholders can unlock the full potential of the halal market, fostering economic growth and social cohesion on a global scale.
This study aims to determine whether Islamophobia acts as a hindrance to global halal trade or businesses and whether it is a myth or an established reality. The researchers assert that Islamophobia is indeed a hindrance and barrier to global halal trade or businesses and is not a myth but an established reality. To investigate the economic impacts of Islamophobia, the study focuses on three main objectives: to explore Institutional Islamophobia, to examine Islamophobia in politics, and to analyse Islamophobia on the ground
A brief introduction to Pashtun folklore and their Kinds
Full text linkFolk lore is a genric term. It has multidimential aspects . Every nations of the world has its own Folkloric colors and shads. Actually Folkloric characteristics of a nations reflects feelings and emotions of the masses. Similarly Pashto Folklore has its own charms and very rich history. Whenever literature is evolved, it encircles history, culture, religion and related activities prevailed in a society. Pashto Folklore is rich in presenting all aspects of life and particularly religion, Pakhtun wali, customs and traditions which is discussed widely in it.
In this paper some of the important Folkloric features will be analyzed and discusses in depth
A research based study of the phonological features of south-east varieties wtih the reference of vowels, Simi vowels and diphthongs.
Full text linkVowel sounds can be considered the most important and significant element of a language, because without vowel sounds, others sound like consonants, cannot move or connect with each other. in other words, it can also be said that these are the voices that give life to the silent voices, give them breath. another important thing is that a sylable is created only with the help of an vowel sounds. every syllable must have at least one vowel sound. a word that can be considered as the foundation of a language or dialect cannot come into existence until the process of making the sylable is done. like language, the role of vowel can be considered important in the development of a dialect or rigional varieties the important thing is that when evaluating the phonological features of a dialect, it is necessary to study and analyze the vowel sounds of that dialect, as well as rigional varieties. the south-east dailect (southern pashtunkhwa), which can be considered a part of the south-west dailect (soft or kandahari dialect), has its own phonological features like some other dialects of the pashto language. especially in terms of vowel sounds, there are significant differences with other dialects. in this research paper, a research review of the vowel of the south-east dialect has been made. and in the light of them, an attempt has been made to explore the special phonlogical features that arise as a result of the vowel sounds
Traffic etiquette in the light of the Quranic verses and hadiths
Full text linkIslam is a religion of perfection and comprehensiveness of all aspects of life, whether it is associated to economic, political, moral, educational, social or other rulings. Allah SWT (almighty) and His Messenger have guided us to all aspects of life, and these are the Islamic characteristics, that Islam includes all decrees from the beginning of the universe to the end. Among these rulings are the etiquette of roads and their functionality, additionally, the guidance of the road instruction is comprehensively highlighted in Islam. Unfortunately, people currently believe that traffic provisions are a non-binding legal responsibility rather than mandatory in Shariah. That is why they do not follow it effectively and most of the time they violate it. Undoubtedly, this concept is absolutely wrong, in addition, following traffic rule is mandatory and is a moral responsibility, hence, violating the traffic rule is a major sin. Thus, this article attempts to explain this subject briefly, that following traffic etiquette is a legal and Shariah responsibility; moreover, it is a moral obligation as well
An exploratory study of the applications of Wilayat Nikah in Sharia
Full text linkIslam defines marriage as an intrinsic relationship between a male (husband) and a female (wife) legally tied nuptial Knott for the whole of their life . In Islam marriage is the very fundamental unit of the structure and functioning of a society and is acting as a vital pillar for strengthening the basis of a society. Therefore, every man and woman chooses a spouse to live their married social life with modesty and chastity. In the happiness of marriage life , prosperity and happiness increase, and to achieve this goal, the guardian of marriage. Whether or not, begins his new life by exercising his or her guardian’s powers. Then the family and the society are on the verge of destruction due to not exercising these powers and the province of marriage properly, violating the rules of Nikah or not enforcing it through oppression. Now days some writing scripts on the subject of Nikah have become an adornment of the market, but this subject has been sabotaged by entangling it in the mire of chaos. That when a man and a woman like each other and want to live together, why does religion or Sharia deprive them of their rights and give them to their saints who live apart from them? Therefore, in order to present the subject of province of marriage properly in a well-defined and researched manner Therefore, to present the subject of Wilayat Nikah in a well-defined and researched manner, the applications of Wilayat Nikah will be presented in a clear manner
The Real Lifestyle and Characteristics of a Good Teacher and Administrator in the Light of Seerah (Biography of Prophet)
Full text linkThe success of a nation is linked to the excellence of its educators and administrators. A nation getting good teachers and administrators is a sign of its nation’s happiness. A healthy society cannot be formed without an educator. A teacher who is a good administrator, his best personality is the focus of education and training. Islam has given a teacher the position of a mentor and spiritual father. The greatness of the teacher’s role can be estimated from the fact that the first teacher is the Creator of the universe as mentioned in Surah Al-Baqarah verse 31. In the same way, Seerah of the Prophetﷺ mentions the position, greatness, importance, character, administrative qualities, etc. of a teacher. Therefore, this statement of the Prophetﷺis enough to clarify the positionof the teacher: “I‘ve been sent as a teacher.” (Ibn e Majah. 229) The Seerah (Biography) of the Prophetﷺ has clarified not only the rank and position of the teacher but also put his characteristics and true lifestyle in front of the Ummah.
The prophetﷺ showed all the qualities of a teacher with his lifestyle. The qualities of a teacher that attract his subordinates to him were present in the Holy Prophetﷺ,for example, perfection of knowledge, great attitude, perfection of compassion and mercy, etc. The study of Seerah leads to the qualities of a good teacher and administrator.
Everywhere in the world, there is chaos and anxiety due to differences and disagreements, which need the best teachers with administrative skills to find a solution. The best results can be achieved by adopting Islamic principles for management and control. This paper summarizes the qualities of the best teacher and administrator in the light of lifestyle of the Prophetﷺ