RESEARCH GRANT: ETNO-FALAK IN MARITIME ACTIVITIES

ISDEV Director, Dr Shahir (2nd from tright) presenting a token to the representative from the
fisheries department in Kota Kuala Muda.

One of the research grants awarded to the members of the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is on Etno-Falak in Maritime Activities. 

A view of the Kota Kuala Muda.

The Director of ISDEV, Dr Shahir Akram and ISDEV lecturer, Dr Mohd. Shukri Hanapi are among the group members of the grant. The grant covers data to be collected throughout Malaysia including Sabah and Sarawak. 

Interview in session with Ms Aida, the Research Officer taking down notes of the session.

The team has divided their data collection stage into several zones. The members of this research team went about to collect data in Kedah Darul Aman in May as well as in Terengganu Darul Iman in June this year. 

Attending to filling up the questions for the structured interview.

The empirical stage of this grant for North Zone in this phase started in the district of Kuala Muda, Kedah Darul Aman on a Sunday, 5th May 2019. During this phase data were collected by means of interview as well as a visit to the  Kota Kuala Muda Museum. Here the team also learnt about the heritage of Kota Kualan Kedah.

A group photo for the data collection in the East Zone.

For the East Zone, the research team,  went to Terengganu for three days and two nights. On 11 June, 2019 they first paid a courtesy visit to the Akademi Perikanan Malaysia (Malaysia Fisheries Academy) and the Institut Marin Asia Tenggara (ISMAT) (Southeast Asia Marine Institute). Both these institutions work closely with the fishermen as well as on fisheries activities. 

The interview session in Marang, Terengganu.

The next day, on 12 June 2019 the research team went to the district of Marang, Terengganu to interview the fishermen there before they proceeded to interview the fishermen and officers related to the fisheries department in Tok Bali on Thursday. 

Interviewing one of the fisheries personnel.

A NAS A WEEK - 18 DZUL QI'DAH 1440H

And behold We said to the angels: "Bow down to Adam"; and they bowed down not so Iblis he refused and was haughty he was of those who reject Faith.  ⁴⁹ [English translation of al-Baqarah, 2: 34 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

Notes:

49 The Arabic may also be translated: "They bowed down, except Iblis." In that case Iblis (Satan) would be one of the angels. But the theory of fallen angels is not usually accepted in Muslim theology. In xviii, 50 Iblis is spoken of as a Jinn. We shall discuss later the meaning of this word. 

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A NAS A WEEK - 11 DZUL QI'DAH 1440H

Anas ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Ask your Lord for pardon and wellness in the world and the Hereafter. If you are given pardon and wellness in the world and the Hereafter, you have succeeded.” [Source: Sunan Ibn Mājah 3846. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Suyuti]

عَنْ أَنَسِ بْنِ مَالِكٍ قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ سَلْ رَبَّكَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ فَإِذَا أُعْطِيتَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ فَقَدْ أَفْلَحْتَ

3846 سنن ابن ماجه كتاب الدعاء باب الدعاء بالعفو والعافية]

[1246 المحدث السيوطي خلاصة حكم المحدث صحيح في الجامع الصغير

FOREVER AFFECTIONATELY IN OUR HEARTS: YDM PEHIN ABDUL RAHMAN IN REMEMBRANCE

Allahyarham Yang Dimuliakan Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman 

A truly heart wrenching news when the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), received the solemn news on 7 July, 2019 that ISDEV Advisor, Almarhum Yang Dimuliakan Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman bin Haji Abdul Karim had passed away that day. ISDEV founder, Professor Dr. Muhammad Syukri Salleh and former ISDEV Director, Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari, representing USM and ISDEV respectively, were in Negara Brunei Darussalam when the heartbreaking news on his passing away was received.

Prof Syukri at the burial grounds.

Having a magnanimous personality and renowned for his generosity, it was difficult to grasp that ISDEV had to finally bid farewell to its advisor that has served ISDEV splendidly well. A brilliant man known for his love for books, reading as well as a man with a very critical mind combined with the extraordinary gift of writing but deeply rooted within Islamic worldview based on Islamic epistemology, had inspired the hearts of many ISDEV members. A man of exceptional characters. 

His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam.

Apart from Ministers and Brunei dignitaries, even His Majesty the Sultan and the Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddin Sa'adul Khairi Waddein as well as His Royal Highness  the Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah, were there to pay their last respects to the late Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman which also received coverage in the official media of that country.

The write up of the official media in Negara Brunei Darussalam.

The coverage made by Borneo Bulletin on 9 July, 2019.

ISDEV news takes this opportunity to share a brief write up on Allahyarham Yang Dimuliakan Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman Bin Haji Abdul Karim (1943 - 2019) that was received by ISDEV members from the Rector of Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Negara Brunei Darussalam.

He was born on 9 January 1943 at Kampung Ujung Bukit, Brunei Town (presently known as Bandar Seri Begawan).

He receive his early education at Sultan Muhammad Jamalul Alam Malay School and Sultan Omar 'Ali Saifuddien College (both in Bandar Seri Begawan), he then continued his studies at the London School of Economic and the London University. 

He received his Degree in Economic Studies in 1970. He tthen continued his Post Graduate Studies in Economic Development in Tokyo, Japan in 1972; and also at University of Manchester, United Kingdom in 1977.

With his background traced from a family with business background, the late Pehin was appointed as the Director of Financial Services and Managing Director of the Brunei Investment Agency. He was known tto those who know him and his family as a generous businessman who always contributed or the sake of other people. He was described "seorang hartawan dan ahli perniagaan yang pemurah dan banyak membantu orang-orang yang memerlukan."

On his service to the nation, He was appointed as the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Finance in October 1986, and Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Defence in December 1991.

After his retirement, the late Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman was appointed as the Managing Director of Islamic Bank of Brunei.

He was bestowed the title of Pehin Manteri 32 as Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja in May 1996, and was also awarded the Most Distinguished Order of Paduka Seri Laila Jasa (2nd Class) or Dato Seri Laila Jasa; the Most Distinguished Order of Paduka Seri Laila Jasa (3rd Class); and the Meritorious Service Medal (PJK).

The late Pehin Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman  passed away on 7 July 2019 in Bangkok, Thailand at the age of 76. was laid to rest at the Ranggas cemetery near the capital.

It is ardently prayed that Allah SWT places Almarhum Yang Dimuliakan Orang Kaya Lela Raja Dato' Seri Laila Jasa Haji Awang Abdul Rahman bin Haji Abdul Karim among the victorious and among those whom Allah SWT love. Aamiin.

Al-fatihah. 

A NAS A WEEK - 4 DZUL QI'DAH 1440H

And this was the legacy that Abraham left to his sons and so did Jacob; "O my sons! Allah hath chosen the faith for you; then die not except in the faith of Islam." [English translation of al-Baqarah, 2: 132 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

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A NAS A WEEK - 26 SHAWWAL 1440

Abdullah ibn Amr reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, would seek refuge in Allah from four things: from knowledge that does not benefit, from a heart without reverence, from a supplication that is unanswered, and from an ego that is never satisfied [Source: Sunan al-Nasā’ī 5442. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Ahmad Shakir] 

عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ عَمْرٍو أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ كَانَ يَتَعَوَّذُ مِنْ أَرْبَعٍ مِنْ عِلْمٍ لَا يَنْفَعُ وَمِنْ قَلْبٍ لَا يَخْشَعُ وَدُعَاءٍ لَا يُسْمَعُ وَنَفْسٍ لَا تَشْبَعُ

5442 سنن النسائي كتاب الاستعاذة الاستعاذة من قلب لا يخشع]

[10/66 المحدث أحمد شاكر خلاصة حكم المحدث إسناده صحيح في مسند أحمد

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5 RISDEV STUDENTS TO SUBMIT PHD THESES

Ibrahim Musa Gani, a RISDEV student from Nigeria.

For the month of May, 2019, the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) allocated two specific sessions for five RISDEV (ISDEV Postgraduate by Research) students to present their draft  theses. The first session was on 17 May, 2019. It started at 9:30am at ISDEV Resource Room.

Prof Syukri taking the opportunity to ask question about the candidates' theses.

Two RISDEV students presented for the first session. Ibrahim Musa Ghani presented his findings of his PhD research which centred on the impact of the Islamic financial system to Malaysia's development. He hoped that his research findings could be of benefit to his home country in Nigeria. Ibrahim's main supervisor is Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari. His draft thesis was evaluated by Dr Azreen Hamiza.

Puan Kasimah presenting her findings.

The next in line to present her PhD thesis findings was Kasimah Kamaruddin whose research endeavours was on the field of Islamic Research Methodology with focus on the quranic verses of ahkam (legal rulings). Kasimah embarks her PhD under the supervision of Dr Mohd. Shukri Hanapi. Her draft thesis that day was evaluated by Dr Azrin Ibrahim.

Dr Azrin Ibrahim commenting on Kasimah's draft thesis.

The second session was held on 30 May 2019 from 9:30 am which ended close to 1 pm. It was also held at ISDEV Resource Room. For that day another three RISDEV students presented their draft PhD theses. 

A very confident Wan Nornajwa presenting her findings that day.

The first in line was Wan Nornajwa Wan Othman with her PhD research endeavours on Well-being in the context of the book Al-Hikam. Her draft thesis was evaluated by Dr Rehanah Mohd Zain from the School of Health Sciences. Her supervisor is Dr Fadzila Azni Ahmad.

Caturida, a RISDEV student from Indonesia.

The next in line that day was Caturida Meiwanto Doktoralina with his quantitative research areas on zakat on income of academicians in Indonesia. He is a student of Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari. His draft thesis was evaluated by Dr Nor Asmat Ismail from the School of Social Sciences.

Dr Nor Asmat commenting on Caturida's findings.

The final RISDEV student for the month of May to present his findings was Mohd Haidzir Auzir whose research centred on the Islamic worldview vis-a vis the transformation of pagan rituals prior to the coming of Islam during the period of Rasulullah SAW. His draft tPhD thesis was evaluated by ISDEV Director, Dr Shahir Akram Hassan.

An interesting research conducted by Mohd Haidzir Auzir which he shared with ISDEV members.

A NAS A WEEK - 20 SHAWWAL 1440

The believers are but a single Brotherhood: So make peace and reconciliation between your two (contending) brothers: And fear Allah that ye may receive Mercy.  ⁴⁹²⁸ 

Notes:
4928 - The enforcement of the Muslim Brotherhood is the greatest social ideal of Islam. On it was based the Prophet's Sermon at his last pilgrimage, and Islam cannot be completely realised until this ideal is achieved.  

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DISCOURSE ON GOVERNANCE OF HIGHER EDUCATION WAQF

The poster on the Waqf Discourse. 

In conjunction with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) 50 years celebrations, the Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), is organising a Discourse on the Governance of Higher Education Waqf  ("Waqf Discourse") . The one day Waqf Discourse will be held on Thursday, 20th June, 2019 at University Conference Hall (DPU), USM from 8:30am until 5:00pm. 

ISDEV cordially invites all who are keen to be part of the Waqf Discourse. There is no fee for attending the Waqf Discourse. However if you intend to attend the Waqf Discourse, please do register using the scan code found on the poster above.

A NAS A WEEK - 13 SHAWWAL 1440

Abu Ayyub reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan and then follows it with six days of fasting in the month of Shawwal, it will be as if he fasted for the entire year.” [Source: Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 1164. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Muslim]

عَنْ أَبِي أَيُّوبَ الْأَنْصَارِيِّ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ قَالَ مَنْ صَامَ رَمَضَانَ ثُمَّ أَتْبَعَهُ سِتًّا مِنْ شَوَّالٍ كَانَ كَصِيَامِ الدَّهْرِ

[1164 صحيح مسلم كتاب الصيام باب استحباب صوم ستة أيام من شوال إتباعا لرمض]

 

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https://abuaminaelias.com/dailyhadithonline/

A TIGHT SCHEDULE IN BANDUNG

Prof Syukri delivering his Keynote Address.

The Founder of Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Professor Dr. Muhammad Syukri Salleh was in Bandung, Indonesia from 1 May until 5 May 2019.  Prof Syukri was there to fulfill the invitation from Universitas Islam Bandung (UNISBA).

A group photo taken for the Seminar Nasional SDGs

On 2 May, 2019, Prof Syukri was given the honour to deliver the Keynote Address to the audience at the Seminar Nasional SDGs Dalam Masyarakat Islam di Asia Tenggara (National Seminar on the Accomplishments of SDGs for Muslims Society in Southeast Asia). The seminar was held at Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati, Cirebon, Indonesia.

Prof Syukri donned a special attire before visiting the Makam Sunan Gunung Jati.

In the afternoon of the second day, Prof was given a treat to visit the much revered Makam Sunan Gunung Jati (or Syeikh Shariff Hidayatullah) and later the Kraton (palace) built by Sunan Gunung Jati. Prof, led and guided by Ibu Ratu Mawar, daughter of Sultan Cirebon, was given the privilege to be near and close to the grave of Sunan Gunung Jati situated at the peak of the hill. It was an honour to Prof, as in contrast, the public could only visit the grave from afar.

Prof Syukri with Ibu Ratu Mawar (centre).

The third day was research day. From Cirebon, Prof was brought to Sumedang to conduct the field work on the Islamic Sustainable Development Planning in Muslim Society in Southeast Asia project that was headed by Dr Atih Rohaeti, Deputy Rector II of UNISBA. 

The FGD, conducted by Prof Syukri and Dr Atih, taking place at a hall in Sumedang.

While in Sumedang, Prof did not miss the opportunity to interview a few staff of Baitulmal wa Tamwil that provides Islamic Micro-Finance/Credit services.

Prof Syukri interviewing a few staff at Baitulmal wa Tamwil.

During dinner on the third day with the Rector of Universitas al-Ghafiri (UNFARI), Dr Didin Muhafidin, Prof Syukri took the opportunity to discuss smart network cooperation between ISDEV UNFARI and Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Administrasi (STIA) Bandung. The Letter of Intent has been signed by both the representatives of these two institutions.

With Dr Didin Muhafidin (left), Rector of UNFARI.

It was back to academic for Prof Syukri on his fourth day. Before the start of his lecture to UNISBA students, Prof Syukri paid a formal visit to the Rector of UNISBA, Prof Dr (Juris) Edi Setiadi to discuss further collaborations on ISDEV-UNISBA.

Prof Syukri with the Rector of UNISBA.

Prof. Syukri gave a lecture to UNISBA undergraduates of Development Economics who were all students of Deputy Rector II, Dr Atih and Ade Yusrita Mafruhat (an ISDEV, USM Alumni member).

UNISBA students giving their full attention during Prof Syukri's lecture.

Prof Syukri provided a lecture regarding poverty from the Islamic-based development management perspective. His lecture consisted of the analysis centered on today's diabolical stand between eliminating poverty and managing poverty.

Expressions of gratitude and gratefulness after listening to Prof Syukri's lecture on poverty
from the Islamic-based development viewpoint.

As usual hearts are touched upon listening to Prof Syukri's lectures especially when knowledge is given and shared from a very analytical viewpoint transforming information that is known into new knowledge, enabling and motivates the seekers of knowledge.

A NAS A WEEK - 6 SHAWWAL 1440

O ye who believe! persevere in patience and constancy: vie in such perseverance; strengthen each other; and fear Allah; that ye may prosper.  ^{502   503} [The English Translation of Al-i 'Imraan, 3:200 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

Notes:

502 - The full meaning of Sabr is to be understood here, viz.: Patience, perseverance, constancy, self-restraint, refusing to be cowed down. These virtues we are to exercise for ourselves and in relation to others; we are to set an example, so that others may vie with us, and we are to vie with them, lest we fall short; in this way we strengthen each other and bind our mutual relations closer, in our common service to Allah.  

 503 - Prosperity (falah here and in other passages is to be understood in a wide sense, including prosperity in our mundane affairs as well as in spiritual progress. In both cases it implies happiness and the attainment of our wishes, purified by the love of Allah. 

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GREETINGS OF 'EID MUBARAK FROM ISDEV

The Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), prays that the joy of 'Eid be multiplied a thousand times and stay with us forever in reaping Allah SWT pleasures. Aamiin. 

ISDEV wishes all our Muslim brothers and sisters 'Eid Mubarak! 

A NAS A WEEK - 29 RAMADHAN 1440

Ibn Umar reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, made it an obligation upon people to pay charity at the end of Ramadan (zakat al-fitr), a portion of dates or barely upon every freeman and servant, every male and female among the Muslims. [Source: Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 1433, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 984. Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim]

عَنْ ابْنِ عُمَرَ أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ فَرَضَ زَكَاةَ الْفِطْرِ مِنْ رَمَضَانَ عَلَى النَّاسِ صَاعًا مِنْ تَمْرٍ أَوْ صَاعًا مِنْ شَعِيرٍ عَلَى كُلِّ حُرٍّ أَوْ عَبْدٍ ذَكَرٍ أَوْ أُنْثَى مِنْ الْمُسْلِمِينَ

1433 صحيح البخاري كتاب الزكاة أبواب صدقة الفطر باب صدقة الفطر على العبد وغيره من المسلمين]

[984 صحيح مسلم كتاب الزكاة باب زكاة الفطر على المسلمين من التمر والشعير

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A NAS A WEEK - 22 RAMADHAN 1440

Peace!... This until the rise of Morn!  ⁶²²⁰ [English Translation of al-Qadr, 97:5 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

Notes:

6220 - When the Night of spiritual darkness is dissipated by the glory of Allah, a wonderful Peace and a sense of Security arise in the soul. And this lasts on until this life closes, and the glorious Day of the new world dawns, when everything will be on a different plane, and the chequered nights and days of this world will be even less than a dream. 

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KAPPI@MEDAN TRIP - A MANY "FIRST" TO SOME

After the Keynote Address by ISDEV Founder, Professor Dr Muhammad Syukri Salleh.

The Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) recently organised the Konferens Antarabangsa Pengurusan Pembangunan Islam (or KAPPI) trip from 21 April to 25 April 2019 to Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia known as KAPPI@MEDAN for short. A total of 30 students comprising of both RISDEV (ISDEV Postgraduate by Research) students and MISDEV (ISDEV Postgraduate by Mixed-mode) students took part in KAPPI@MEDAN.

The delegates from ISDEV while waiting to board the plane bound for Kuala Namo, Medan.

ISDEV Director, Dr Shahir Akram Hassan led the more than 30 strong delegates in the KAPPI@MEDAN trip to participate in The 2nd International Conference on Politics of Islamic Development (ICoPOID 2019) on 22-23 April 2019. Besides ISDEV Director, ISDEV Deputy Director, Dr Wan Norhaniza Wan Hasan and other ISDEV lecturers and alumni consisting of Professor Dr Muhammad Syukri Salleh, Associate Professor Dr Zakaria Bahari and Dr Shereeza Mohamed Saniff accompanied the students too. 

The concurrent sessions at ICoPOID 2019.

It was a packed five days four nights trip. The second and third day of the trip were dedicated to exposing students to present their research papers away from local soil at ICoPOID 2019. On the first day of conference, Professor Dr Muhammad Syukri Salleh gave a keynote address while the second day was the D-day for ISDEV students to present their research papers before the audience consisting mainly of postgraduate students of Universitas Medan Area (UMA).

A day to experience hands on between the wants and the needs based on Islamic worldview and epistemology.

After the academic exposure was accomplished, the fourth day provided a real social lab of the inner-self exposure to all. Known as the time to educate the heart, balancing between the wants and the needs, the delegates were exposed to the dynamics of the free market ideology. Here delegates were brought to the popular shopping bazaar of Medan known as "Pajak Ikan Lama" where all sorts of items of memorabilia can be purchased at such amazing prices either to be used for the coming Hari Raya or simply as souvenirs for the loved ones back home.

Tazkirah in sessions after the solat jemaah.

However all in all, it is the establishing of solat jemaah daily and the ensuing tazkirah sessions that can be dubbed as the highlight of this trip. Besides ensuring the physical intellectual development of the students, the spiritual aspects are not forgotten at all. The ukhuwwah was definitely felt as the delegates were fed with the practical aspects of Islamic concepts and principles from the tazkirah sessions that were delivered by ISDEV Alumni such as Dr Warjio, Professor Sukiman and Dr Shereeza as well as from Dr Shahir Akram, Dr Wan Norhaniza, Professor Dr Muhammad Syukri and Associate Professor Dr Zakaria, most of whom shared personal accounts of what ISDEV meant to them as students of Islamic development management.

The many hosts to the meal times for ISDEV delegates.

It was meant to provide an international exposure to ISDEV students. However this trip signified a lot of firsts for some of them - a first to be abroad, a first to take a flight, a first to travel without family, a first to present before a non-local audience, a first to try Indonesian food, a first to be away from Malaysian soil - all of which enriched them in honing their academic outlook and experience. Some students, only after the trip realized how fortunate and blessed their lives were in Malaysia. 

 It's time to say  "Till we meet again".

On the fifth day, after having lunch at a nearby restaurant en route to the Kuala Namu International Airport, it was finally time to bid a farewell to ISDEV Alumni members in Medan and friends of ISDEV from Medan. ISDEV delegates touched down at Pulau Pinang International Airport at about 8:30pm on 25 April, 2019. Alhamdulillah it was mission accomplished for KAPPI@MEDAN.

A NAS A WEEK - 15 RAMADHAN 1440

Ubaida ibn al-Samit reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, came out to inform people about the Night of Decree (laylat al-qadr) in Ramadan, but two Muslim men were insulting each other. The Prophet said, “Verily, I have come out to tell you about the Night of Decree, but two men were insulting each other. Thus, its knowledge was removed and perhaps it is better for you. Look for it during the seventh, ninth, or fifth night of the last ten nights.” [Source: Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 49. Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Bukhari]

عن عبادة بن الصامت أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ خَرَجَ يُخْبِرُ بِلَيْلَةِ الْقَدْرِ فَتَلَاحَى رَجُلَانِ مِنْ الْمُسْلِمِينَ فَقَالَ إِنِّي خَرَجْتُ لِأُخْبِرَكُمْ بِلَيْلَةِ الْقَدْرِ وَإِنَّهُ تَلَاحَى فُلَانٌ وَفُلَانٌ فَرُفِعَتْ وَعَسَى أَنْ يَكُونَ خَيْرًا لَكُمْ الْتَمِسُوهَا فِي السَّبْعِ وَالتِّسْعِ وَالْخَمْسِ

[49 صحيح البخاري كتاب الإيمان باب خوف المؤمن من أن يحبط عمله وهو لا يشعر]

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A NAS A WEEK - 8 RAMADHAN 1440

O ye who believe! fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you that ye may (learn) self-restraint.  ¹⁸⁸ [Translation of al-Baqarah, 2:183 by Abdullah Yusuf Ali]

Notes:

188 - As it was prescribed: this does not mean that the Muslim fast is like the other fasts previously observed, in the number of days, in the time or manner of the fast, or in other incidents; it only means that the principle of self-denial by fasting is not a new one.

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