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What initially appeared to be an ordinary night after attending a Maulid Nabi Muhammad SAW celebration turned into a surprising experience for a local resident. At around 11 p.m., after returning home from the religious event, the resident noticed that his motorcycle was unexpectedly covered in dust. At first, he was puzzled by the condition of the motorcycle. Since he had not realized what had caused the dust, he briefly suspected that some children might have been playing around and throwing dust at the vehicle. However, the assumption turned out to be incorrect. The real explanation became clearer the following morning. The resident's mother and younger sibling noticed that the terrace of their house was also covered with a considerable amount of fine dust. The family initially had no idea where the dust had come from. Their questions were eventually answered after they learned from the news that volcanic activity had occurred in the Anak Krakatau area. Volcanic ash was reported...

In life, human beings are expected to make every possible effort, but as people of faith, we must also recognize that not everything is within our control. No matter how hard we work, how much time we devote to learning, or how diligently we teach, there are matters beyond human ability. Ultimately, everything remains under the will of Allah. Therefore, prayer is not merely an additional part of our efforts; it is an expression of our humility and our recognition that we are dependent on God. For teachers, praying before and after teaching carries a profound meaning. Before entering the classroom, a teacher should not only prepare lessons and teaching materials but also ask Allah for guidance so that the knowledge being delivered can be understood, accepted, and beneficial to students. After teaching, prayer becomes an expression of gratitude and a sincere hope that the knowledge shared will become useful and bring goodness to the lives of the students. The same principle applies to le...

We live in an age that is often described as an era of progress. Technology is developing at an extraordinary pace, information can be accessed within seconds, and knowledge that was once difficult to obtain is now readily available through the internet and social media. These developments have brought many benefits to human life, including education. Technology has opened countless opportunities for students to learn, explore new ideas, communicate, and develop skills beyond the traditional classroom. However, behind this remarkable progress lies an issue that should not be overlooked: the gradual shift in educational values, particularly in respect for teachers, discipline, manners, responsibility, and student behavior. Times have changed, and children today are growing up in an environment very different from that of previous generations. They have greater access to information, are more willing to express their opinions, and are often more critical of the world around them. Being c...

In today’s digital era, smartphones have become an inseparable part of everyday life. Almost every family owns a device that is used for communication, information, education, work, and entertainment. For children, smartphones also provide access to a wide range of games, videos, and other forms of digital entertainment. Technology itself is not something that should be avoided. When used wisely, smartphones can provide many benefits. Children can access educational materials, watch learning videos, read digital books, and even develop various skills through technology. You may also like to read this article Do Not Be Too Quick to Judge by Appearances However, problems arise when smartphone use is no longer under control. What was initially given to a child as a means of entertainment or a useful facility can gradually become a habit that is difficult to control. Even more concerning is when parents excessively indulge their children by giving them smartphones without establishing clea...

We live in a world that often teaches us to judge things by what we can see. The clothes someone wears, the way they speak, the environment they come from, their job, and even their physical appearance can sometimes become the basis on which we decide whether they are good or bad. Without realizing it, we often draw conclusions simply from what appears before our eyes. Someone who dresses simply, has an untidy appearance, lives a modest life, or does not seem to fit our idea of a religious person may easily be looked down upon. We may assume that such a person is uneducated, immoral, or far from God. Yet, the truth is that we never truly know what lies within another person's heart. Perhaps the person with the simple and unpolished appearance has a very gentle heart. Perhaps they do not like hurting others, taking what belongs to someone else, or interfering with anyone's life. Perhaps when they see someone else succeed, they are able to feel happy and grateful rather than jeal...

    Elmaskun Qur’an Learning Center (TPQ Elmaskun) Bismillahirrahmanirrahim. Alhamdulillah, during every Qur’an study session, the children at Elmaskun Qur’an Learning Center (TPQ Elmaskun) continue to learn how to read and love the Qur’an. As adults, we certainly want to teach them not only how to read the Qur’an, but also how to respect, honor, and properly care for the Qur’an. However, because the children are still young and learning about proper manners, sometimes they unintentionally place the Qur’an on the floor. Although we regularly remind them, they are still children, and sometimes they simply forget. For this reason, we are trying to find a simple solution. We plan to provide small plastic tables for the children to use during their Qur’an lessons, so that the Qur’an does not have to be placed directly on the floor. Unfortunately, due to our limited funds, we are not yet able to provide enough small tables for all the children. Therefore, with humility, we are op...