WALIA MING
Neighbour's passing brings life and death into focus
The death of a good neighbour brings the mysteries of life and death into focus.
What is the cause of the callous behaviour plaguing Bermuda?
Bermuda has recorded yet another senseless murder this week. My friend Kent said to me that it seems young men are being murdered without an ounce of conscience.
When you have faith Friday the 13th holds no terrors
Statistics report many people will not leave their homes, partake in business transactions or enter into anything significant on the date of Friday the 13th because they believe that something bad or sinister is associated with the date.
No room for gossip as we prepare for Ramadan
Walia Ming: Ramadan is around the corner, and in an effort to be fully prepared for the spiritual aspects of the fast and all the benefits it brings we need to prepare ourselves like yesterday.
Strong, kind fathering gives kids a 'winning edge'
A strong exterior, but a heart of kindness describes my dad - I am ever so thankful for him and the influence he had over my life.
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We should place a higher priority on our family
Walia Ming: Islam teaches that both close family, as well as the extended or more distant family, is important - as the lines of lineage are considered to be of high significance.
Ramadan night of devotion worth a 1,000 months
Walia Ming: In this blessed month of Ramadan, we have arrived at the last 10 days of which we should seek refuge in Allah.
Ramadan experience is one of spiritual renewal
Ramadan is over, however we must cling to its tenets that are so beneficial to our spiritual well-being and our eternal life.
Seeking knowledge is one of the central tenets of Islam
Walia Ming: This year more than ever, teamwork will be required as the classrooms are bigger and the resources smaller.
Follow the instincts of a sincere heart nourished by love
I believe the highest cause of death in the western hemisphere is heart disease, hence, it is my opinion that the highest cause of sin and vile actions is the poor emotional condition of the heart.
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Disrespectful people lose their own dignity and value
Walia Ming: Many times at many of our local businesses I am simply amazed at the rude and indignant attitudes that exist among many of the workers.
Rekindle your kindness to strangers
God has shown me, through random acts of kindness from literal strangers, that though there are tons of mean and unkind people in the world, there are even more kind and loving people still around.
Ensure your word and commitment are binding
When one gives their word, one is duty bound to carry through with one's promise. By so doing, a person attains a high degree of dependability and people trust him and feel secure in dealing with him.
Allah gave mothers an awesome but joyful task
The role of the mother in the Islamic family is as equally important if not more as the role of the father, who is the provider and protector of his family... she dedicates the whole of her life to nurturing and caring for her children.
Allah will guide us on to a straight path
Walia Ming: The holidays are over, the New Year is here. We now have to buckle down and get serious about the direction we as a people on our island home will take to reach the path of success and prosperity for ALL.
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