Shatteredinks-blog - Faani

‘Children of Shatila’ (Lebanon, 1998) film by Mai Masri. In this scene the youth of the Palestinian refugee camp interview an elder with a video camera.

For @orangesara

“The most memorable people in your life will often be the ones who loved you when you weren’t very loveable. Realize this, and return the favor whenever you can.”

— Angel Chernoff

Stephanie Garber, Once Upon a Broken Heart

the ways were hard, somewhat

the sorrows collared my neck, as well

the townsfolk were harsh, somewhat

the death wish, I had, as well

Poetry: Muneer Niazi

Translated by – Jasdeep

Seven Qualities that Allah Loves…

1. Tawbah (Repentance)… “For Allah loves those who turn to Him constantly (in repentance)” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:222]

2. Taharah (Purification)… “Allah loves those who keep themselves pure and clean.” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:222]

3. Taqwa (Piety)… “For Allah loves the righteous (the pious).” [Surah Al Tawbah 9:4]

4. Ihsan (Goodness & Perfection)… “For Allah loves those who do good” [Surah Ali ‘Imran 3:134]

5. Tawakkul (Trust in Allah)… “For Allah loves those who put their trust (in Him).” [Surah Ali ‘Imran 3:159]

6. Adl (Justice)… “For Allah loves those who judge in equity.” [Surah Al Ma'idah 5:42] “For Allah loves those who are fair (and just).” [Surah Al Hujurat 49:9]

7. Sabr (Patience)… “And Allah Loves those who are firm and steadfast (As-Sabirin (the patient)).” [Surah Ale Imran 3:146]

― Louise Glück, October