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The life of the Holy Prophet sa Hadith and the history of Islam

Date: 25/04/2025 Join Raza Ahmed and Danayal Zia for Friday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad' and ‘Allegations Answered to Satanic Verses' Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the current Khalifa of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, has led with wisdom and compassion since 2003. Advocating for peace, justice, and interfaith dialogue, he champions education, minority rights, and poverty alleviation. Through his speeches and humanitarian efforts, he continues to inspire unity and global harmony. Allegations Answered to Satanic Verses Salman Rushdie's book 'The Satanic Verses' caused controversy around the world with its allegations against Islam. Parts of his book raise allegations against the Holy Prophet of Islam ﷺ& the Holy Quran, whilst others ridicule Islamic figures and general beliefs. Muslims of course deny these allegations, but what is the truth of the matter? Join us as we go directly to the source of Islam and debunk these myths rationally. This episode looks at Miracles and Leadership Guests: Imam Abdul Azeem Ahmad Producers: Baasmah Nadeem and Faiza Mirza

Join Hanif Khan & Imran Akram for Monday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: Gender Roles and Health Day. Health Day Join us this World Health Day as we explore what's really at stake when it comes to our health. We'll be discussing the issues that affect the population today. We'll also look at the Holy Prophet's teachings on physical wellness and why staying healthy is so important. Don't miss this important conversation about protecting our well-being. Gender Roles Modern discussions on gender often push absolute equality, treating men and women as identical. Islam, however, emphasises equity—recognising differences and assigning complementary roles. Men provide, women nurture, ensuring harmony. Ignoring this balance weakens families and dismisses divine wisdom. True empowerment lies in embracing our differences, not erasing them. Guests: Iffat Mirza - member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Women's association Dr Jay Belsky - internationally recognised expert in the field of child development and family studies. Professor Neena Modi - British physician and Professor of Neonatal medicine at Imperial College London. Producers: Zohra Mobashir, Misbah Tariq and Hania Mubarik

Join Raza Ahmed and Danayal Zia for Friday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Free Speech and Palestine' and Response to ‘Satanic Verses' Free Speech and Palestine Free Speech is championed in the West. But recent events with Columbia student and Palestinian activist, Mahmoud Khalil, show us that maybe that's only when it favours a certain narrative. Why is speaking up for Palestine and the plight of innocents being murdered by war crimes seen as a crime in itself? Is free speech under threat in today's world? Join us as we discuss how free 'free speech' really is and why Palestine is such a contentious issue. Response to ‘Satanic Verses' Salman Rushdie's book 'The Satanic Verses' caused controversy around the world with its allegations against Islam. Parts of his book raise allegations against the Holy Prophet of Islam ﷺ & the Holy Quran, whilst others ridicule Islamic figures and general beliefs. Muslims of course deny these allegations, but what is the truth of the matter? Join us as we go directly to the source of Islam and debunk these myths rationality. Guests: Abbas Najib - CEO of Better Communities Bradford, a charity uplifting the Bradford community by enhancing the availability of essential services, facilities, and knowledge for residents. Producers: Baasmah Nadeem and Fezia Haq

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Topic I: City of Culture unveils projects to improve health Topic II: The Promised Messiah (as): love for the Holy Prophet (PBUH) Introduction and NEWS Presenter(s): Sharjeel Ahmad Abdul Haleem Guest(s): Shanaz Gulzar Maniprabha Zafir Mahmood Malik Shahil Munir Faiza Farooq Producer(s): Maria Sheikh, Muneeb Mirza, and Hania Yaqub (Lead Producer) Researcher(s): Nurah, Jazeeba, Maleeha, Sarah

The life of the Holy Prophet sa Hadith and the history of Islam

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Topic II: Surah Maryam: A Chapter of the Qur'an Dedicated to the Faith-Inspiring Story of Maryam (as) Lead Producer: Researchers: Faiza, Nabeela, Azka, Nuzhat Lead Presenter: Murabbi Daniyal Ahmad Sahib Co-Presenters: Murabbi Jalees Sahib Guests: Murabbi Abdul Azeem Ahmad Sahib Imam Ibrahim Noonan Sahib Mrs Hafia Khan Mrs Qudsia Ward Trainee / Assistant Trainee Producer(s) Producer(s): Sabika Ahsan

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Why are the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) particularly relevant in today's world Producer(s): Dania Nasir & Shanzy Mubarik Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researchers: Tashifa, Faiza, Faryal, Saleha, Hibba Lead Presenter: Danayal Zia Co-Presenters: Mb Nabeel Ahmad & Bilal Mehmood

He was born in Babylon, of the priestly tribe of Levi, during the captivity of the Jews. After their return to Jerusalem, the Jews began to rebuild the Temple and to worship there according to the Law, but were discouraged by opposition from the local population (many of them Jews who had not gone into captivity). So God raised up the holy Prophets Haggai and Zechariah (February 8) to stir the people to complete their sacred work. Haggai's prophecies reveal that the drought that the Hebrews were suffering was brought about by their failure to complete the rebuilding of Jerusalem, and would only end when they rededicated themselves to their work. He is ranked tenth among the minor Prophets.

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He prophesied in the time of Joachim, just before the Jewish people were taken into captivity in Babylon. He himself escaped captivity, and after Jerusalem was destroyed, returned to his homeland. Once he was taking some food to his harvesters when an Angel transported him to Babylon to feed the Prophet Daniel in the lions' den, then bore him back to Judea (this is told in the full version of the book of Daniel, ch. 6 LXX). The third chapter of his prophecy is used as the Fourth Ode of the Matins Canon(the Ode is usually sung in full only in monasteries during Lent, but the eirmos of the Fourth Ode, sung in many parishes, usually refers to the Prophet). His holy relics were found through a revelation in Palestine during the reign of Theodosius the Great, and a chapel built there. His name means "Father of the Resurrection."

He was a Galilean of the tribe of Simeon. The Old Testament book that bears his name foretells the destruction of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria, by the Medes, and the restoration of the Kingdom of Judah; all of this came to pass. Nahum is counted as the seventh of the Minor Prophets. He reposed in peace. His name means 'consolation' or 'repose.'   Five of the Prophets (Nahum, Habbakuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, and Daniel) are commemorated in December. At one time a Feast of the Twelve Prophets was celebrated on December 4 at the Church of the Resurrection, but this feast is no longer on the calendar. The days leading up to Christ's Nativity contain many commemorations of the faithful remnant of Israel, all of whose hopes were fulfilled in the birth of the Messiah.

Obadiah's is the shortest prophetic book in the Old Testament. The scriptures tell us little of where or when he lived. Some believe that he is the Obadiah who served as steward of King Ahab's household and, when Jezebel was killing the prophets, hid a hundred of them in a cave and fed them. It is said that this Obadiah later became a disciple of the Prophet Elijah (Elias). His name means "servant of God."

13.11.24 Join Aneeq Ur Rehman and Tariq Bajwa for Wednesday's show where we will be discussing “World Conflict and Interfaith” and “Kindness of The Holy Prophet (saw)” World Conflict and Interfaith Religion has played a dual role in conflicts, sometimes fuelling division while also fostering peace. This show will explore historical and modern instances where faith both deepens tensions and promotes reconciliation. We'll ask: Can interfaith dialogue be the key to resolving global conflicts? And how might cooperation between religions shape the future of global peacebuilding? Kindness of The Holy Prophet (saw) The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had a profound love and compassion for his companions. In this show we will look into the authentic accounts from the Islamic history, which illustrates the Prophet's (PBUH) mercy, kindness, and deep concern for the well-being of his companions. Guests Michael Yoshii - a Former United Methodist Clergyman Dr Angus Slater - a Senior Lecturer of Theology and Interfaith Studies at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David Usama Mubarik - a missionary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, serving in the Media and Press department Producers Mutbashra Ahmed, Manahil Khalid and Azka Hina

He was the last of the Judges of Israel, and was appointed by God to anoint the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. Read the Old Testament book 1 Samuel for his story. Many believe that he is the author of the books of Judges, Ruth and the first 24 chapters of I Samuel.

Read his prophecies (which include the prophecy that Christ would be born in Bethlehem, Micah 5:2) in the Old Testament book that bears his name. He was a contemporary of the prophets Isaiah, Amos and Hosea, and is ranked sixth among the "minor" prophets. It was he who prophesied that the Christ would be born in Bethlehem. (This is a different Micah from the one mentioned in 1 Chronicles 22:8, who lived earlier). Micah was buried in his home village of Morasth in the land of Judah; his holy relics were found along with those of the prophet Habbakuk during the reign of St Theodosius the Great — their location was given by a revelation to Zebennus, Bishop of Eleutheropolis.

The life of the Holy Prophet sa Hadith and the history of Islam

Philip and the Ethiopian—moved by the Holy Spirit telling Philip what to do to convert him into the Holy Prophet in Jesus Christ in his own words.

The life of the Holy Prophet sa Hadith and the history of Islam

Al-Inshirāḥ ( الانشراح, "Solace" or "Comfort"), or ash-Sharḥ ( الشرح, "The Opening-Up of the Breast") [1] is the ninety-fourth chapter of the Qur'an, with eight or verses. Because of its subject matter, length, style, and placement in the Qur'an, this sura is often coupled with Surah ad-Dhuha (Sura 93). They are generally considered to have been revealed around the same time. Al-Inshirāḥ's subject matter seems a continuation of the reassurance and encouragement given in the preceding chapter and so closely resembles it that both these Surah seem to have been revealed in about the same period under similar conditions. It is an earlier "Meccan surah", which means it is believed to have been revealed in Mecca, instead of later in Medina. It is typically assumed that this sura is referring to the early days of Muhammad's prophethood when he would have been unsure about how his people would receive him Summary 1-4 God made Muhammad's mission easy for him 5-8 He is exhorted to labor and pray after the mission is ended The passage asks the reader, who is Muhammad specifically, if God has been a comfort and a remover of obstacles. Whatever personal sorrows this may bring to mind, "Surely, with each difficulty there is ease" This may indeed be the key phrase of this sura; it is repeated in lines 5 and 6 Conversely, the reader is asked to continue their work diligently, even when it grows simple again - for God, Himself is what you are working for. The aim and object of this Surah too is to console and encourage the Holy Messenger (upon whom be Allah's peace) Before his call he never had to encounter the conditions which he suddenly had to encounter after it when he embarked on his mission of inviting the people to Islam. This was by itself a great revolution in his own life of which he had no idea in his life before Prophethood. No sooner had he started preaching the message of Islam than the same society which had esteemed him with unique honor, turned hostile to him The same relatives and friends, the same clansmen and neighbors, who used to treat him with the highest respect, began to shower him with abuse and invective. No one in Makkah was prepared to listen to him; he began to be ridiculed and mocked in the street and on the road; and at every step he had to face new difficulties Although gradually he became accustomed to the hardships, even much severer ones, yet the initial stage was very discouraging for him. That is why first Surah Ad-Duha was sent down to console him, and then this Surah In it, at the outset, Allah says: "We have favored you, O Prophet, with three great blessings; therefore you have no cause to be disheartened. The first is the blessing of Sharh Sadr (opening up of the breast), the second of removing from you the heavy burden that was weighing down your back before the call, and the third of exalting your renown the like of which has never been granted to any man before Further below in the notes we have explained what is implied by each of these blessings and how great and unique these blessings indeed are! After this, the Lord and Sustainer of the universe has reassured His Servant and Messenger (upon whom be peace) that the period of hardships which he is passing through, is not very long, but following close behind it there is also a period of ease. This same thing has been described in Surah Ad-Duha, saying: "Every later period is better for you than the former period, and soon your Lord will give you so much that you will be well pleased" In conclusion, the Holy Prophet has been instructed, so as to say, "You can develop the power to bear and resist the hardships of the initial stage only by one means, and it is this: `When you are free from your occupations, you should devote yourself to the labor and toil of worship, and turn all your attention exclusively to your Lord'."This same instruction has been given him in much greater detail in Al-Muzzammil: 1-9

Al-Ḍuḥā ( الضحى, "The Morning Hours", "Morning Bright", "The Early Hours") is the ninety-third chapter of the Qur'an, with 11 or verses. Qur'an 93 takes its name from Arabic its opening word, al-ḍuḥā, "the morning" The chapter begins with oaths. It is often coupled with sura al-Inshirah, sometimes without the basmala between them. It should be taken into consideration that according to many narrations, it is said that surah Ad -Dhuha and surah Al-Inshirah are one surah and should be recited in prayers (salah) together. One can also see the close relation between the subject matter of both the surahs.[1] Summary 1-3 Muhammad comforted by the assurance that God is with him 4-5 The life to come to be preferred to the present life 6-11 Muhammad exhorted to care for the orphan and beggar [2] Theme and Subject Matter Its theme is to console the Holy Prophet (upon whom be peace) and its object to remove his anxiety and distress, which he had been caused by the suspension of Revelation. First of all, swearing an oath by the bright morning and the stillness of night, he has been reassured, so as to say: "Your Lord has not at all forsaken you, nor is he displeased with you." Then, he has been given the good news that the hardships that he was experiencing in the initial stage of his mission, would not last long, for every later period of life for him would be better than the former period, and before long Allah would bless him so abundantly that he would be well pleased. This is one of the express prophecies of the Quran, which proved literally true, afterwards, whereas when this prophecy was made there seemed not to be the remotest chance that the helpless and powerless man who had come out to wage a war against the ignorance and paganism of the entire nation, would ever achieve such wonderful success. Then, addressing His Holy Prophet (upon whom be peace) Allah says:"O My dear Prophet, what has caused you the anxiety and distress that your Lord has forsaken you, and that We are displeased with you? Whereas the fact is that We have been good to you with kindness after kindness ever since the day of your birth. You were born an orphan, We made the best arrangement for your upbringing and care: you were unaware of the Way, We showed you the Way; you were indigent, We made you rich. All this shows that you have been favored by Us from the very beginning and Our grace and bounty has been constantly focused on you."Here, one should also keep in view vv. 37-42 of Surah Ta Ha, where Allah, while sending the Prophet Moses to confront a tyrant like Pharaoh, encouraged and consoled him, saying: "We have been looking after you with kindness ever since your birth; therefore, you should be satisfied that you will not be left alone in this dreadful mission. Our bounty will constantly be with you." In conclusion, Allah has instructed His Prophet (upon whom be peace) telling him how he should treat the creatures of God to repay for the favors He has done him and how he should render thanks for the blessings He has bestowed on him

Al-Balad  البلد, "The City" is the 90th Surah or chapter of the Qur'an. It is composed of 20 verses Summary 1-7 Man, though created in misery, yet boasts of his riches 8-16 Captives to be freed and the poor and orphan to be fed 17-20 Description of the companions of the right and left hand The subject matter and style of Qur'anic chapter al balad resemble those of the earliest Surahs revealed at Mecca,[2] but it contains a pointer which indicates that it was sent down in the period when the disbelievers of Makkah had resolved to oppose Muhammad, and made it lawful for themselves to commit tyranny and excess against him In this Surah a vast subject has been compressed into a few brief sentences, and it is a miracle of the Quran that a complete ideology of life which could hardly be explained in a thick volume has been abridged most effectively in brief sentences of this short Surah. Its theme is to explain the true position of man in the world and of the world in relation to man and to tell that God has shown to man both the highways of good and evil, has also provided for him the means to judge and see and follow them, and now it rests upon mans own effort and judgment whether he chooses the path of virtue and reaches felicity or adopts the path of vice and meets with doom First, the city of Makkah and the hardships being faced therein by the Holy Prophet (upon whom be peace) and the state of the children of Adam have been cited as a witness to the truth that this world is not a place of rest and ease for man, where he might have been born to enjoy life, but here he has been created into toil and struggle. If this theme is read with verse 39 of Surah An-Najm (Laisa lil insani illa ma saa : there is nothing for man but what he has striven for), it becomes plain that in this world the future of man depends on his toil and struggle, effort and striving After this, man's misunderstanding that he is all in all in this world and that there is no superior power to watch what he does and to call him to account, has been refuted Then, taking one of the many moral concepts of ignorance held by man, as an example, it has been pointed out what wrong criteria of merit and greatness he has proposed for himself in the world The person who for ostentation and display squanders heaps of wealth, not only himself prides upon his extravagances but the people also admire him for it enthusiastically, whereas the Being Who is watching over his deeds, sees by what methods he obtained the wealth and in what ways and with what motives and intention he spent it Then Allah says: We have given man the means of knowledge and the faculties of thinking and understanding and opened up before him both the highways of virtue and vice: one way leads down to moral depravity, and it is an easy way pleasing for the self; the other way leads up to moral heights, which is steep like an uphill road, for scaling which man has to exercise self- restraint It is man's weakness that he prefers slipping down into the abyss to scaling the cliff Then, Allah has explained what the steep road is by following which man can ascend to the heights It is that he should give up spending for ostentation, display and pride and should spend his wealth to help the orphans and the needy, should believe in Allah and His Religion and joining the company of believers should participate in the construction of a society which should fulfill the demands of virtue and righteousness patiently and should be compassionate to the people The end of those who follow this way is that they would become worthy of Allah's mercies On the contrary, the end of those who follow the wrong way, is the fire of Hell from which there is no escape

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim Sheykh Lokman Efendi answers a question about a Hadith sharif naksibendi.us

We have another episode based on a listener request! Join us as we talk about the wonderful Prophet Micah.

We have another episode based on a listener request! Join us as we talk about the wonderful Prophet Micah.

Powerful first segment on the briefing by ELIJAH, THE HOLY PROPHET OF ISRAEL, as He details, expounds, and revelas the following scripture to the present day Church and Israel.  Ref Scripture: Malachi 4:6 5 “See, I will send the prophet Elijah to you before that great and dreadful day of the Lord comes. 6 He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents; or else I will come and strike the land with total destruction.”   https://www.jesusislordradio.info

Powerful first segment on the briefing by ELIJAH, THE HOLY PROPHET OF ISRAEL, as He details, expounds, and revelas the following scripture to the present day Church and Israel.  Ref Scripture: Malachi 4:6 5 “See, I will send the prophet Elijah to you before that great and dreadful day of the Lord comes. 6 He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents; or else I will come and strike the land with total destruction.”   https://www.jesusislordradio.info

Powerful first segment on the briefing by ELIJAH, THE HOLY PROPHET OF ISRAEL, as He details, expounds, and revelas the following scripture to the present day Church and Israel.  Ref Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:17-20 17 David fought them from dusk until the evening of the next day, and none of them got away, except four hundred young men who rode off on camels and fled. 18 David recovered everything the Amalekites had taken, including his two wives. 19 Nothing was missing: young or old, boy or girl, plunder or anything else they had taken. David brought everything back. 20 He took all the flocks and herds, and his men drove them ahead of the other livestock, saying, “This is David's plunder.” Ref Scripture: Malachi 4:6 5 “See, I will send the prophet Elijah to you before that great and dreadful day of the Lord comes. 6 He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents; or else I will come and strike the land with total destruction.”   https://www.jesusislordradio.info

Homily, 01.06.2023 - Synaxis of the Holy Prophet, Forerunner & Baptist John; the Acts of the Apostles. (19:1-8);  the Holy Gospel according to St. John. (1:29-34)

He was born in Babylon, of the priestly tribe of Levi, during the captivity of the Jews. After their return to Jerusalem, the Jews began to rebuild the Temple and to worship there according to the Law, but were discouraged by opposition from the local population (many of them Jews who had not gone into captivity). So God raised up the holy Prophets Haggai and Zechariah (February 8) to stir the people to complete their sacred work. Haggai's prophecies reveal that the drought that the Hebrews were suffering was brought about by their failure to complete the rebuilding of Jerusalem, and would only end when they rededicated themselves to their work. He is ranked tenth among the minor Prophets.

He was born in Babylon, of the priestly tribe of Levi, during the captivity of the Jews. After their return to Jerusalem, the Jews began to rebuild the Temple and to worship there according to the Law, but were discouraged by opposition from the local population (many of them Jews who had not gone into captivity). So God raised up the holy Prophets Haggai and Zechariah (February 8) to stir the people to complete their sacred work. Haggai's prophecies reveal that the drought that the Hebrews were suffering was brought about by their failure to complete the rebuilding of Jerusalem, and would only end when they rededicated themselves to their work. He is ranked tenth among the minor Prophets.

The Message of the coming of THE MESSIAH is meant to change the Way that we live now, not tomorrow.  In this 6th and final segment, the Holy Prophet of THE LORD, Prophet Dr Owuor, details the visions of the rapture for the church inside the Throne Room of GOD, and how to prepare for that irretrievable day, which is fast closing in on the church.  Nobody knows the day or the hour so preparedness is at a premium and highly valued before THE LORD. https://www.jesusislordradio.info/ “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God believe also in me. 2 My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. (John 14:1-3)

The Message of the coming of THE MESSIAH is meant to change the Way that we live now, not tomorrow.  In this 5th part, the Holy Prophet of THE LORD, Prophet Dr Owuor, details the visions of the rapture for the church inside the Throne Room of GOD, and how to prepare for that irretrievable day, which is fast closing in on the church.  Nobody knows the day or the hour so preparedness is a premium and highly valued before THE LORD. https://www.jesusislordradio.info/ “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God believe also in me. 2 My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. (John 14:1-3)

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim Sheykh Lokman Efendi gives a Cuma Hutbe about the message of the Holy Prophet alayhi salaat o salaam which gave people good news and also warned humanity. naksibendi.us

He prophesied in the time of Joachim, just before the Jewish people were taken into captivity in Babylon. He himself escaped captivity, and after Jerusalem was destroyed, returned to his homeland. Once he was taking some food to his harvesters when an Angel transported him to Babylon to feed the Prophet Daniel in the lions' den, then bore him back to Judea (this is told in the full version of the book of Daniel, ch. 6 LXX). The third chapter of his prophecy is used as the Fourth Ode of the Matins Canon(the Ode is usually sung in full only in monasteries during Lent, but the eirmos of the Fourth Ode, sung in many parishes, usually refers to the Prophet). His holy relics were found through a revelation in Palestine during the reign of Theodosius the Great, and a chapel built there. His name means "Father of the Resurrection."

He prophesied in the time of Joachim, just before the Jewish people were taken into captivity in Babylon. He himself escaped captivity, and after Jerusalem was destroyed, returned to his homeland. Once he was taking some food to his harvesters when an Angel transported him to Babylon to feed the Prophet Daniel in the lions' den, then bore him back to Judea (this is told in the full version of the book of Daniel, ch. 6 LXX). The third chapter of his prophecy is used as the Fourth Ode of the Matins Canon(the Ode is usually sung in full only in monasteries during Lent, but the eirmos of the Fourth Ode, sung in many parishes, usually refers to the Prophet). His holy relics were found through a revelation in Palestine during the reign of Theodosius the Great, and a chapel built there. His name means "Father of the Resurrection."

He was a Galilean of the tribe of Simeon. The Old Testament book that bears his name foretells the destruction of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria, by the Medes, and the restoration of the Kingdom of Judah; all of this came to pass. Nahum is counted as the seventh of the Minor Prophets. He reposed in peace. His name means 'consolation' or 'repose.'   Five of the Prophets (Nahum, Habbakuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, and Daniel) are commemorated in December. At one time a Feast of the Twelve Prophets was celebrated on December 4 at the Church of the Resurrection, but this feast is no longer on the calendar. The days leading up to Christ's Nativity contain many commemorations of the faithful remnant of Israel, all of whose hopes were fulfilled in the birth of the Messiah.

He was a Galilean of the tribe of Simeon. The Old Testament book that bears his name foretells the destruction of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria, by the Medes, and the restoration of the Kingdom of Judah; all of this came to pass. Nahum is counted as the seventh of the Minor Prophets. He reposed in peace. His name means 'consolation' or 'repose.'   Five of the Prophets (Nahum, Habbakuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, and Daniel) are commemorated in December. At one time a Feast of the Twelve Prophets was celebrated on December 4 at the Church of the Resurrection, but this feast is no longer on the calendar. The days leading up to Christ's Nativity contain many commemorations of the faithful remnant of Israel, all of whose hopes were fulfilled in the birth of the Messiah.

Obadiah's is the shortest prophetic book in the Old Testament. The scriptures tell us little of where or when he lived. Some believe that he is the Obadiah who served as steward of King Ahab's household and, when Jezebel was killing the prophets, hid a hundred of them in a cave and fed them. It is said that this Obadiah later became a disciple of the Prophet Elijah (Elias). His name means "servant of God."

Obadiah's is the shortest prophetic book in the Old Testament. The scriptures tell us little of where or when he lived. Some believe that he is the Obadiah who served as steward of King Ahab's household and, when Jezebel was killing the prophets, hid a hundred of them in a cave and fed them. It is said that this Obadiah later became a disciple of the Prophet Elijah (Elias). His name means "servant of God."

He was the last of the Judges of Israel, and was appointed by God to anoint the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. Read the Old Testament book 1 Samuel for his story. Many believe that he is the author of the books of Judges, Ruth and the first 24 chapters of I Samuel.

He was the last of the Judges of Israel, and was appointed by God to anoint the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. Read the Old Testament book 1 Samuel for his story. Many believe that he is the author of the books of Judges, Ruth and the first 24 chapters of I Samuel.

Read his prophecies (which include the prophecy that Christ would be born in Bethlehem, Micah 5:2) in the Old Testament book that bears his name. He was a contemporary of the prophets Isaiah, Amos and Hosea, and is ranked sixth among the "minor" prophets. It was he who prophesied that the Christ would be born in Bethlehem. (This is a different Micah from the one mentioned in 1 Chronicles 22:8, who lived earlier). Micah was buried in his home village of Morasth in the land of Judah; his holy relics were found along with those of the prophet Habbakuk during the reign of St Theodosius the Great — their location was given by a revelation to Zebennus, Bishop of Eleutheropolis.

Read his prophecies (which include the prophecy that Christ would be born in Bethlehem, Micah 5:2) in the Old Testament book that bears his name. He was a contemporary of the prophets Isaiah, Amos and Hosea, and is ranked sixth among the "minor" prophets. It was he who prophesied that the Christ would be born in Bethlehem. (This is a different Micah from the one mentioned in 1 Chronicles 22:8, who lived earlier). Micah was buried in his home village of Morasth in the land of Judah; his holy relics were found along with those of the prophet Habbakuk during the reign of St Theodosius the Great — their location was given by a revelation to Zebennus, Bishop of Eleutheropolis.