Messages

Peace

I think no true Muslim can ever be on Hamas's side. They are terrorists, unfortunately. Religion is involved from both sides. It's not just over land.

On top of killing innocent Jews, Hamas even killed an innocent Christian lady in the most brutal way because they thought she was a Jew. They hate Jews just for being Jews which is WRONG considering a lot of Jews do not even want war with Palestine. Even hateful Jewish civilians should not be murdered. It's wrong.

Look at this video from a lady who was butchered by Hamas but survived in 2010:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSaY4k2CEZo

Hateful hadith against Jews have obviously influenced Hamas.

Peace

...who financially abuses you?

Is it a form of oppression Quranically speaking? Do I have to fight against them even if it means taking them to court? Or leaving them as soon as I can? Please don't judge as my situation is very complex and do not take the 'if you're homeless just buy a home' approach because it's not as simple as that.

Peace

Palestine has been unjustly occupied and oppressed by Israel for decades. However, we must condemn Hamas for killing innocent civilians but keep the big picture in mind and continue to condemn the Israeli terrorist state as well.

What would be the Qur'an alone solution for this conflict? Why should Palestine just give up and give the thieves what they want?

Peace

I actually recently watched this video days before you posted it lol

Peace

Welcome, newcomer!

Peace

I also hate and am disgusted by this evil practice. Perhaps giving and supporting animal charities and spreading awareness. I remember Gordan Ramsay doing this on a cooking show once. I can't stand the guy ever since I watched that.

Peace

It's only topped by Universal Credit if I do not surpass the income threshold they've set. According to their guidelines, "For every £1.00 you earn in take-home pay, your Universal Credit is reduced by 55 pence." In a previous month for example, I earned a total of £721, which exceeded the threshold, resulting in £0 Universal Credit for that specific month. They only help you a bit regardless of how much your rent is. They expect you and your family to pay rent even if you lost your job or your hours were cut.

I was just trying to find info on how long it would take a landlord to evict a tenant. It seems like a month or 6 weeks although in some cases it could take longer. I always talk to my landlord whenever I can't pay rent properly.

Yes, I want a permanent solution. I've just had bad luck when it comes to jobs. All I can do is keep searching for full-time positions and apply. I'm also practicing a skill I could potentially freelance with in the future but it takes time as at the moment I'm not confident enough/ lack the skill level needed to freelance.

I think I will send you a message regarding all this.

Peace

Is there anything in the Qur'an that talks about lookism?

I think this is a common problem; every female probably feels it to a certain extent in all areas of life i.e. professional and personal. What is the smartest way to handle this issue? Look your best, lose weight, wear makeup etc. so that you are not bullied or held back in both your personal and professional life? Even then, some people will still find certain people unattractive and mistreat them after they've put in full effort. But there must be a way around it because other females who do not fit into conventional beauty standards seem to overcome lookism and still manage to become successful professionally and personally. But it seems like it takes longer or is harder for less beautiful women to become successful. However, I do realise that looks aren't everything and factors such as intelligence, EQ, connections, work ethic etc. also come into play. But I definitely think there is a looks bias in the workplace.

You could say personality and confidence matter most (which is true) but we live in a shallow world where certain people will try to hold you back in your job or career and even personal life because they look down on your appearance regardless of how good, kind or nice your personality may be. So morally yes our goodness and character matter most. But practically, we are trying to live and survive in a world full of shallow people who are often in positions of power and authority. On the other hand, if you're seen as prettier or too pretty, jealous people might try to hold you back. But even though this is a disadvantage for attractive females, men are often the people who are in positions of authority and I personally sense that they tend to make it harder for women they don't find attractive. Perhaps it's just in my head but I doubt it because of a gut instinct. To further complicate things, perhaps certain men will also make it harder for women they are attracted to if they sense that they do not like them back. 

Keep in mind that this post isn't about pleasing men. Why would I want to please men I'm not interested in? It's about avoiding discrimination based on looks.

If you've had similar problems and know what I'm talking about, how are you handling it?

Salaam Sarah,

I trust you are well.

Do you not receive a Housing Benefit component as part of your Universal Credit claim?

Peace.

Sajda.

Wa alaykum assalam

No, I don't because my Mum is a carer. I tried to get help from them multiple times but I couldn't get it. 

My situation is complicated though because my family are dysfunctional. I'm trying to get a full-time job but haven't had any luck so far. Pray for me.

Thank you for reaching out to me Sajda as this situation is a lonely one to be in and asking me if I'm okay does help a bit emotionally.

Peace

Muhammed is the seal of the prophets is he not? I know not every messenger is a prophet but, why would you think there will be any new messengers?