Allah's Messenger (S.A.W) said, "Whoever possesses the (following) three qualities will have the sweetness of faith...
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Narrated Anas (R.A):
Allah's Messenger (S.A.W) said, "Whoever possesses the (following) three qualities will have the sweetness of faith (1): The one to whom Allah and His Apostle becomes dearer than anything else; (2) Who loves a person and he loves him only for Allah's Sake; (3) Who hates to revert to atheism (disbelief) as he hates to be thrown into the fire."
Sahih Bukhari, Volume 9, Book 85, Number 2
The 4th of July marks the birth of the United States of America as a sovereign nation.
The 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, is a significant national holiday in the United States of America. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on 4 July 1776, when the 13 American colonies declared their independence from British rule. This day marks the birth of the United States of America as a sovereign nation and is celebrated with great pride and patriotic fervour throughout the country.
Before independence, the American colonies were under the control of the British Crown. Over time, tensions grew between the colonies and the British government due to issues such as unfair taxation, lack of colonial representation in the British Parliament, and increasing restrictions on colonial trade and governance. These grievances led to unrest and, eventually, a call for complete separation from Britain.
On 2 July 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favour of independence, and two days later, on 4 July, the Declaration of Independence, primarily drafted by Thomas Jefferson, was formally adopted. This powerful document not only announced the colonies’ break from British rule but also outlined the fundamental principles of liberty, equality and the right to self-governance - ideals that continue to shape the American identity.
Since then, 4 July has been observed as a national holiday. Traditional celebrations include fireworks, parades, concerts, patriotic displays, and family gatherings with barbecues and picnics. Cities and towns across the US host various events to honour the day, and the American flag is prominently displayed.
By remarkable coincidence, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, the only two signatories of the Declaration of Independence later to serve as presidents of the United States, both died on the same day: July 4, 1826, which was the 50th anniversary of the Declaration. Although not a signatory of the Declaration of Independence, James Monroe, another Founding Father who was elected president, also died on July 4, 1831, making him the third President who died on the anniversary of independence. The only American president to have been born on Independence Day was Calvin Coolidge, who was born on July 4, 1872.
Over the years, the 4th of July has become a symbol of American culture and a celebration of the enduring spirit of freedom and independence. Whether through grand public events or quiet family traditions, the day remains one of the most meaningful and widely observed holidays in the United States.
