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See you there, insha Allah!
Illustrations for ‘The Islamic Calendar’ book from IIPH
Here are some brand new illustrations from a new book I have just completed illustrating called ‘The Islamic Calendar‘ by International Islamic Publishing House:
This Islamic calendar (or Hijri calendar) is based on the phases on the moon rather than the movement of the sun. Here’s an illustration of a group of Muslim kids observing the moon’s phases through a telescope!
Young Muslim kids looking at the new moon. Also, the monthly phases of the moon.
Dhul Hijjah is the month of Hajj! And here’s an illustration of some young children making the tawaf around the ka’ba with full devotion!
Muslim Boys making tawaf around the ka’ba
Muslims celebrate ‘Eid twice a year: ‘Eid ul Fitr at the beginning of Shawwal (at the end of Ramadan) and ‘Eid ul Adha on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah (after the Hajj). Here’s some Muslim girls having fun on ‘Eid and wishing one another with the sunnah ‘Eid greetings: Taqabbal Allahu Minnaa wa Minkum (May Allah accept from us and from you!)
‘Eid is the time for celebration – ‘Eid Mubarak everyone!
Jum’uah (Friday) is the best of all days! How should Muslims spend Jum’uah? Here’s an illustration to explain…
Here are some Muslim kids showing us how to spend our Jum’uah (Friday): Make ghusl, read the Qur’an, make lost of du’aa and send prayers and blessing upon the Noble Prophet (SAW)
Men must attend congregational Jum’uah (Friday) prayers which include a khutbah (sermon).
Young boys attending Jum’uah (Friday) prayers
The month of Muharram is an extremely virtuous month, full of blessings. Many important events in Islamic history took place during the month of Muharram. The 10th of Muharram is called ‘Ashoora’ and Rasool Allah (SAW) recommended that Muslims should fast during this time as it was the same day on which Musa (AS) and Banu Israeel (Jews) were saved from Pharaoh by Allah.
The illustration below depicts some aspects of the month of Muharram… the sea splitting to show how Allah saved Banu Isra’eel and the water and dates illustrate the importance of fasting during ‘Ashoora.
The importance of the month of Muharram
So what did you think of my work? Let me know in the comments below!
And keep a look out for the book soon from IIPH insha Allah!
My Interview about ‘Life with the Ahmad Family’
Assalaam-u-alaikum…
I haven’t posted anything in the longest time… But I thought I would share this interview I had about my comic series, ‘Life with the Ahmad Family‘.
Hope you enjoy it!
Jazakum Allahu khair to Ummah.co.ke for taking the time out to helping me tell people about the Ahmad Family!
Motivation Is…
How do you motivate yourself to face the day each morning? Some blessed individuals just need to hear the words of their beloved Lord… Here’s another little illustration I did for IIPH’s Facebook page.
Motivation is listening to the Qur’an at Sunrise
Interview with Sufi Comics
Assalaam-u-alaikum!
I recently was interviewed by Sufi Comics. They were interested in my comic series, ‘Life with the Ahmad Family‘, how it came about, etc.
Click here to read the whole interview:
Jazakum Allahu khairun to Sufi Comics for giving me a notice! 🙂
Leaders of Tomorrow – Infographic
Here’s an infographic I recently completed for a brother named Shakeel Romero who does a lot of great work ‘inspiring’ the youth! It will soon be available at http://www.shakeelromero.com.
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Leaders of Tomorrow – Infographic
‘Happiness is…’ Posts for Muslim Families
Here are some ‘Happiness is…’ posts I’m doing for International Islamic Publishing House’s (IIPH) Facebook page. The idea is to encourage Muslim families to read, learn and teach… Enjoy!
Happiness is – Memorizing a New Surah
Happiness is when your child begins reciting the Quran without ever being taught!
Happiness is Reciting the Qur’an after Fajr Prayers!
Happiness is… Learning the Seerah of the Habib (SAW) [Rasool Allah]
Happiness is… Being the Parent of a Scholar!
Happiness is… Realizing that your daughter has read more books than you!
Happiness is when you remember Allah in solitude and cry
Happiness is when the whole family learns together
Happiness is… When you are standing in prayer and you understand the Qur’an
Happiness is… When your Child Reads to You!
Jamal’s Bad-Time Tale – My Own Book!
Assalaam-u-alaikum!
Alhumdulillah, my own book, ‘Jamal’s Bad-Time Tale’ is soon to be published by IIPH (International Islamic Publishing House) insha Allah!
As you may have guessed, it’s based on the characters from ‘Life with the Ahmad Family’ comics. Bad-Time Tale is about one day in the life of Jamal. Jamal’s day started out bad, then got worse, then became a nuisance, then horrible, then disgusting and just when Jamal thought it couldn’t get any worse… it became ABOMINABLE!!
Here are some illustrations from the book… enjoy!
Jamal Sleeping Soundly in His Bed
Jamal sleeping soundly in his bed… things are about to get bad..
Jamal Has a Rude Awakening
Jamal has a rude and fuzzy awakening!
Jamal’s Breakfast Gets Ruined… What a Nuisance!
Jamal’s baby sister kills his breakfast… What a nuisance!!
Jamal Missed the School Bus… How Awful!!
There goes Jamal’s school bus! Time for a long walk….
Jamal Gets Chased by a the Most Feared Dog in the Neighborhood… How Terrible!!
Oh no!!! The most feared dog in the neighborhood (complete with ribbon) gives Jamal a horrible chase!
Jamal Gets Punched in Both Eyes in Karate Class… Can things get any Worse???!
Jamal gets punched in both his eyes in Karate class! Can things get any worse??!!!
What do you think happens in the end?? Does Jamal’s day improve or does he go to bed miserable??
You’ll have to wait for the book!!! Look for it from IIPH insha Allah!
Ahmad Family Comics – There’s No Such thing as a ‘Eid Bad Gift!
‘Eid-ul-Adha Mubarak Everyone! Taqabbal Allahu Minnaa wa Minkum!
Here’s an episode from the Ahmad Family to bring a smile to your face this ‘Eid ul Adha…
Jamal’s grandmother brings him an ‘interesting’ ‘Eid present which not every boy would love. But, to his parents’ surprise, Jamal LOVES the gift! Find out why…
Jamal’s grandmother buys him a seemingly awful ‘Eid gift… but Jamal LOVES it!
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Life with the Ahmad Family Comics – ‘The Secret to Jamal’s Courage’
So, in this episode Jamal is attending his very first Karate class. At first his sensei (karate teacher) seems a bit irritated by Jamal’s constant questioning, but he soon discovers that there is something very special about this young lad… he seems very courageous.
Wait till he finds out the secret to Jamal’s courage….
The Secret to Jamal’s Courage – In this episode Jamal’s sensei discovers what really makes Jamal so fearless
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Muslim Kids Read 