#five pillars

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Do Ismailis Have to Fast in Ramadan? Zahiri & Batini Fasting in Ismaili History

In contemporary Ismaili Muslim practice, the obligatory religious duties (wajibat) for all Ismaili Muslims are Du‘a (daily prayer), Dasond (zakat), and obeying the farmans of the Imam of the Time. Click to Read the Full Article

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The 6 Pillars Of Iman – A Roadmap To Meaning, Purpose, And Connection

In Islam, the concept of Iman, or faith, is built upon 6 pillars of Iman. These pillars serve as the bedrock of a Muslim's belief system, guiding their understanding of God, the universe, and their place within it. Let's delve into each of these pillars to understand their significance and how they shape the life of a believer.

The 1st Pillar: Belief in Allah (Oneness of God)

The first pillar of Iman is the belief in Allah, the One and Only God. It goes beyond mere acknowledgment; it's about recognizing Allah's sovereignty, submitting to His will, and devoting worship solely to Him. This belief entails Tawheed, which is the recognition of Allah as the sole Creator, Sustainer, and Ruler of the universe. It emphasizes His uniqueness in attributes and the exclusive devotion of all acts of worship to Him. Embracing this pillar provides a foundation for faith, shapes one's worldview, and brings peace and contentment by freeing from associating partners with Allah.

The 2nd Pillar: Belief in Angels

Angels, beings of light created by Allah, serve as messengers and agents in the universe. Acknowledging their existence, understanding their roles, and appreciating their guidance and protection strengthens faith in the unseen aspects of Islam. Belief in angels reminds believers of Allah's constant presence and care, motivating them to seek their assistance and guidance in life.

The 3rd Pillar: Belief in the Holy Books

Throughout history, Allah has revealed His guidance through various scriptures, including the Torah, Psalms, Gospel, and Quran. Belief in the authenticity, preservation, and acceptance of these scriptures provides a roadmap for righteous living, connects believers to the wisdom of previous prophets, and reminds them of Allah's mercy and desire to guide humanity.

The 4th Pillar: Belief in the Prophets and Messengers

Allah has chosen prophets and messengers throughout history to guide humanity towards righteous living and Islam. Acknowledging their divinely chosen role, emulating their conduct, and respecting their diverse missions provide role models for righteous living, highlight the universality of Islam's message, and strengthen faith by understanding the continuity of divine guidance throughout history.

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The 5th Pillar: Belief in the Day of Judgement

Belief in the Day of Judgement serves as a reminder of ultimate accountability, emphasizing the importance of living a righteous life. It entails belief in resurrection, judgment, rewards, and punishments, promoting accountability, providing hope and motivation, and strengthening faith by reflecting on Allah's justice.

The 6th Pillar: Belief in Divine Predestination

Belief in Divine Predestination explores the relationship between free will and Allah's overarching plan for the universe. It entails acceptance of Allah's control, simultaneous belief in free will, and trust in Allah's wisdom. This belief cultivates patience, promotes gratitude and appreciation, and deepens faith and trust in Allah's ultimate wisdom and justice.

By embracing these six pillars of Iman with conviction, Muslims lay the groundwork for a strong and unwavering faith, guiding their lives and actions according to the principles of Islam.

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Howdy Pillar x Reader

Warnings: tickling aghahbg, howdy uses his many hands for evil lol, kissy kissy fluff yuhhh, I was gonna scrap this fic n don't wanna look at it anymore so it may have mistakes lol

You and Howdy bake a batch of cookies together, and it is quickly learned how impatient you are.

“And there we are!” 

Howdy placed the sheet of cookies on the stove top, shutting the oven. Two hands rested on his hips, the other pair crossed over his chest, puffed with pride.

 “They look perfect!” He grinned. “Surely because of your help, of course!” He hummed, nudging you gently as you ogled the freshly baked treats.

“They smell so good,” is all you could utter. 

You were so tempted just to grab one of the ooey-gooey pastries, despite the fact it would more likely than not immediately fall apart. Howdy could sense this oozing desire.

“Now, don’t go burning yourself. I know that look of temptation in your eye,” 

Your gaze met his, your eyes widened slightly in surprise. You flashed a sheepish smile, slumping.

“They just look so tasty…” you sighed dreamily, eyes returning to your awaiting prize. The two of you had put so much work into making them. Howdy made a great mixer with all those arms! Made for easy cleanup, too!) How could you not want to test a sample?

“They’re not quite ready yet. Just a little longer, bug,” he assured, watching your hands clench in and out of fists with resistance, finding it to be nothing less than amusing. 

“No touching, okay? I’m just going to run these eggs we borrowed back to Sally, then I’ll be right back!” one of Howdy’s hands set on your back as he moved around you to grab the carton. 

“No touch,” he pointed a finger at you, squinting playfully as the others rested on his hips. He repeated, “I’ll be right back. I’m sure they’ll be cooled by then. Just wait for me,”

“Yeah, yeah. Hurry up!” You laughed, pushing him along towards the door. 

With a final promise he would return quickly, Howdy was off, leaving you and the cookies alone. Unsupervised…

And man, it was tempting. It really, truly was. You looked over your shoulder at your foe on the stove, glaring. You’ll be mine soon…

You stole a glimpse at the clock, exhaling dramatically. The two of you had already tidied up your mess while waiting for the timer, so what were you to do now? Admire your wondrous creations from afar?

Unable to come up with anything else, that’s quite precisely what you did. 

Your elbows rested on the countertop, chin on top of your hands. The sweet aroma wafted through the house, a gentle breeze flowing in from the open window.

Tick, tock, tick, tock 

The steady click of the clock made time feel like it was moving extra slow. Each second dragged on for what felt like an eternity. Huh. You had less self control than you thought…

Your fingers drummed against the counter. Your toes tapped against the floor. Your eyes darted between the cookies and clock again. Come on, Howdy, what was taking so long?

Another hefty sigh escaped you. A look at the clock, a look at the cookies. Just one couldn’t hurt, right? It was Howdy’s fault you were waiting an eternity!

Despite the slight pit of guilt in your belly, you reached toward the sheet, knowing the satisfaction of the cookie would fill that pit right up. Finally, it was yours!

A hand grasped your wrist, an arm looping your waist.

“Ah-ah-ah,” 

 Whelp, spoke too soon. You tried!

“What do you think you’re doing, you little stink bug?” Howdy hummed, amusement dripping from his tone as he turned you around to face him. Ah. Trapped between him and the counter. Not a good place to be for what you reckoned the consequences to your actions would be

“Come on!” You drew out, giving a pleading pout. “You were taking so long!” 

Please let you be spared, please let you be spared… it didn’t look too promising with the quirk of his brow and smirk he wore.

“I was barely gone five minutes!” He cackled with mirth. “And you know how I feel about thieves,” 

That smirk seemed much more threatening all of a sudden.

“No.” You eyed him warily, knowing exactly what was to come. “Don’t you dare,”

“I think you deserve some form of punishment,” he shrugged with a grin. His upper set of hands had taken yours into his grasp…

“Howdy…” You attempted to reason. “Please!”

No chance.

His fingers glided along your sides, digging into the carefully. You laughed and squirmed, begging for him to stop.

“You need to learn your lesson somehow!” He chuckled, pausing his attack to give you a chance to own up to your actions. “Will you try to defy me again?”

You only giggled, body twisting away with what you knew would come after your response. 

“You’re asking for quite a lot there, mister…” You really weren't doing yourself any favours, were you?

His fingers returned to their attack, poking and jutting into your sides.

“Okay, okay, okay! I yield!” You cackled, the pitch to your voice fluctuating. To your pleas, Howdy paused.

“Have you learned?” He eyed you warily.

“Yes,” you panted out with a grin. “Yes, I have learned.”

“Well, I think you owe me an apology,” he said, “some compensation, you know?” He smiled innocently, earning a roll of your eyes. His hands had found your waist, the two that had trapped your hands trailing to rest on your sides.

“Yeah, yeah. Close your eyes, there, big guy,” you played along, a hand cupping his face. Once his eyes were closed, though, you made your move.

Your free hand snuck to the stove top, snatching up a treat.

“Mm,” you hummed in delight as you took a bite, 

“Why, you deceiving little–”

“Have a taste!” you grinned, pulling him in for the smooch you knew he desired. It took him by surprise, but he was not opposed. 

When you pulled away, you snickered softly at the shock on his features.

“We did pretty good, right?” You flashed an innocent smile, taking another bite.

“I’ll forgive you this time,” he grumbled, cheeks pink and a playful glare on his face. “But you’re a little scoundrel sometimes, you know?”

“Yeah, I know.”

howdy!! I hope you liked this lil oneshot B) this is just something to fill in some space so I can hopefully have some more time to try to get ahead again on wally stuff. I was going to scrap this fic, its been in my docs for like a week and a half or two, n I'm not the biggest fan, but maybe I've looked at it for too long. I'm not sure if I'll write for howdy again, this may be all I've got in me for him, but I hope you enjoyed it B) here is a link to my silly lil wally fics in their recommended order if you would like :) these can also be found on my ao3 B) I also have a ko-fi if you'd like to support me!

likes and reblogs are extremely appreciated!! DOPAMINE!!! RAGGGHHH!!

Posted Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 12:06 PM

[carnivalcarriondiscarded]

I have the smallest crumb of a theory. But what if howdy is mean to Latter because he’s self-conscious of being the only caterpillar (and repressed) and takes it out on his brother as a consequence. Because social expectations at the time gave him an excuse to do so?

no. ok. hoo boy. Allow Me To Be Insane Over The Most Prominent Thought I've Had Since Seeing The Update (about howdy)

i will try to be as eloquent and articulate as possible. ahem:

THAT FRUITY ASS CATERPILLAR IS REPRESSED AS FUCK, ARE YOU KIDDING ME??? DID YOU SEE THAT SHIT?? MY GOD. HOMEBOY HAS ISSUES STACKED ON ISSUES. GET HIM SOME THERAPY.

ok. ok ok ok. Now allow me to be articulate and eloquent

so obviously Howdy is almost certainly queer in the men-loving flavor. if i'm wrong about this my confidence will never recover. But I'm Willing To Take That Chance. so he's definitely queer, right? his.. well his everything points to it, but the final nail in the coffin are his rainbow suspenders from the group Homewarming artwork from Eddie's prolonged breakdown.

but this update i think showed us deeper into that part of him. and i take the shipping goggles off for genuine analysis, so when i say this i believe that there is Serious Evidence and seems Genuinely Plausible - if Howdy doesn't have feelings for Barnaby, i'll eat my cat.

the above is important to say because it Directly ties in to how Howdy treats Latter AND Eddie.

so. Howdy is likely gay or bi, what have you. i'm guessing gay. he obviously has feelings for Barnaby. SO WHAT I'M SAYING IS that i don't think Howdy treats Latter the way he does because of the caterpillar thing, I think Howdy treats Latter the way he does because Latter is genuine and Howdy is not.

what does this have to do with Eddie? well. look at Latter and Eddie in relation to each other. they're both... how do i say... Open. and not - not effeminate, but yes, for lack of of a better word, effeminate. just enough to make one go "huh." and Howdy treats them the same way - dismissive, apathetic, one could even say avoidant.

i wouldn't be shocked if Howdy picked up on their queerness (and if Latter isn't queer, his comfort with himself / his behavior & interests) and is on the defensive about it - likely subconsciously.

and with Latter specifically. Howdy could have also picked up on the way his other family members treat him if they're all also dismissive - as Seeya seems to be as well. i mean, it fits right in line with the time period! homophobia - internalized in Howdy's case (again, most likely). the blatant favoritism, the dismissive nature, it all adds up. even if no one outright knows, that subconscious recognition (or outright suspicion!) will do this

i mean, Latter makes me think of two things. 1) being the only queer kid in a family (especially large). 2) being a middle child. there was a third but i forgor. it felt important! it's gone now! anyway it's also Super telling comparing how Howdy treats Latter (emotional, earnest, open) to how he treats Beeya (oozing stereotypical masculinity)

tl;dr so i don't think it's really "expectations giving Howdy an excuse" as it is "subconscious / internalized homophobia causes Howdy to act the way he does"

as always, take all this with a Hefty grain of salt!

[iwuvcofi]

I'm older!❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜🩷

[spoofyleaf]

LMK SEASON 5 SPOILERS

I attempted to use Google translate to translate the trailer, but I was fighting it the entire time, and I know it’s shit but anything is better than nothing!

[arnplays]

Fnaf Shidposts

Pilliam Afton

2. Crying Snickers

3. Sprizzgyat

4. FREDDY FAZBEAR IN OHIO REAL NOT CLICKBAIT

5. Chica smoking weed

6. Monglee

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Constellations Magic System: Five Pillars

There are five pillars of magic that can be used as a base to cast spells. These pillars serve as the foundation of magic, and it takes centuries to be proficient in any single one.

It is possible for new pillars of magic to be introduced, but they must maintain the same properties and operate in the same way as the other pillars to be considered (versatility, able to be mastered, how they interact with spells, etc.). There hasn't been a new pillar in some time, but constant study of magic is being performed not only in the Celestial Realms, but the Realm of Death and Moral Realm as well (by demons or descendants of demons, etc.)

It's also possible for someone to master multiple pillars. This is exceptionally hard to do, as some divine believe that it's impossible to master a pillar of magic unless one has lived for eons (Jade Emperor), but mastery can be achieved with dedication and time.

The easiest pillars to master are Celestial and Elemental. Shadow is third hardest and Cosmic is fourth. Death magic is the hardest pillar to master. When training someone in magic, it's standard practice to teach them to use Celestial magic as a base and then, if needed, move on to Elemental.

For funsies, let's see which pillars the celestial primates are proficient in.

Wukong

Proficient in: Celestial and Elemental

Developing/Training in: Cosmic

No experience in: Death and Shadow

Macaque

Proficient in: Celestial, Elemental, and Shadow

Developing/Training in: Cosmic and Death (to an extent)

No experience in: N/A

MK

Proficient in: None (😭)

Developing/Training in: Celestial, Elemental, and Shadow (slightly)

No experience in: Death and Cosmic

Little Star

(Fucking RIP I don't have a picture of them?? I should C0mm one LMFAO)

Proficient in: Celestial, Elemental, and Cosmic

Developing/Training in: None (MIA)

No experience in: Shadow and Death

More examples

Nezha: Celestial/Elemental

Red Son: Celestial/Elemental

Princess Iron Fan: Celestial/Elemental

DBK: Elemental

Lady Bone Demon: Elemental/Death

[starlightcleric]

Hazel turned out so cute, I did all the Bramble family in this picrew!

Hazel (fighter), Heather (priest), Hollis (cipher), Hyacinth (wizard), and Honeysuckle (ranger).

[devotedly-jovialb1ossom]

[alustadh01]

Understanding And Practicing The 5 Pillars Of Islam

In today’s world, people are searching for meaning and purpose in their lives. The 5 Pillars of Islam offer Muslims a clear path towards spiritual fulfillment and personal growth. This comprehensive guide will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the five pillars of Islam and their significance in the Islamic faith. By the end of this article, you will be well-equipped to practice these pillars in your daily life and gain a deeper understanding of the teachings of Islam.

[halogalopaghost]

I'm the backbone of our household because I'm always already awake when weird shit happens at night.

Something screaming in the woods like a murdered woman? It was a particularly large fox dw about it

Sounds like a gunshot on our quiet road? Some poor fuck just hit our metal mailbox with a metal bat dw about it

Sounds like someone just broke several fuckin windows to get in our house? Christmas tree fell over and none of you even woke up. Disappointing. Get ur ass out of bed there's broken glass fucking EVERYWHERE

[franeridan]

no but talking about the beginning of the kaido fight i dunno if it's just a personality of the characters involved sort of thing but i love the difference between the way lu zoro and law interact with each other vs with kidd and killer, there's an ease to their working off each other that's missing from how they move around kidd n killer and you would say it's normal since they've spent months together by then and all three of them fought doflamingo together already, but i love that oda keeps these things in mind when writing dynamics sm

[2012apocalypsesurvivor]

[deadtower]

i do have to say in this shitshow of a world currently that i've started wearing my magen david out again recently and i've gotten a ton of compliments on it which is... really nice. like it's so sad that the bar is basically underground re: being nice to jews but

[spoofyleaf]

LMK SEASON 5 SPOILERS

I attempted to use Google translate to translate the trailer, but I was fighting it the entire time, and I know it’s shit but anything is better than nothing!