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Have you been to the Beach this Summer? (2) Posted by jesa on Aug 28, 2014
Marhaba! Have you had the chance to go the beach yet? If not, then you better get a move on it before it’s too late! I personally feel it’s much more rewarding to swim in a beach or ocean rather than a swimming pool. It’s true that many folks spend too much time in the…
Have you been to the Beach this Summer? Posted by jesa on Aug 26, 2014
Marhaba! In most places across the globe August is one of the hottest and most humid months of the year! I for one love the summer season but just simply hate the long hot August days. I am not a fan of August especially when I have to work. However, if I am able to…
Farewell Robin Williams: 5 of his Most Famous Movie Quotes in Arabic Posted by jesa on Aug 16, 2014
Marhaba! I am sure you’ve all come across the latest news that the Hollywood star (النجم السينمائي) Robin Williams has passed away. Although the Hollywood star decided to end his life voluntarily and there are many contrasting views on suicide (الانتحار) around the world which cut across religions and nations, the important fact remains that…
3 Popular Ramadan Drinks Posted by jesa on Jul 26, 2014
Marhaba! As you have realized from earlier posts, friends, TV shows or newspapers, millions and millions of Muslims around the world are celebrating Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic Calendar. A bunch of religious traditions and activities take place every day for around 28-29 days. Muslims are required to fast between sunrise and sunset…
Tears in Tunisia: Farewell to the Revolution’s Poet (2) Posted by jesa on Jul 20, 2014
Marhaba! I am confident you enjoyed learning about this great late Tunisian poet. His poetry is certainly inspiring in every possible way. Poetry is another beautiful artistic way to express thoughts and feelings about real world significant issues and problems. The grievances of the Arabs in different states are immense and different poets, scholars, painters…
Tears in Tunisia: Farewell to the Revolution’s Poet Posted by jesa on Jul 19, 2014
Marhaba! A couple of days ago, a much loved and respected poet in the Arab world passed away. The late Ali al-Aswad Marzouki, one of Tunisia’s greatest poets, died at the age of 75 after a long illness. If you have come across his work, you would know that he is one of the greatest…
An Arabic Crossword Puzzle on Ramadan (2) Posted by jesa on Jul 14, 2014
Marhaba! If you are Muslim or you have Muslim friends, you would know that the Holy Month of Ramadan is really about self-evaluation and self-reflection. You would also immediately realize that many of the traditions and activities related to Ramadan are common in other Abrahamic religions as well as other religious traditions. Prayer, fasting, inner…